The Crane Estate

Historic Estate / Mansion in Ipswich, MA. Wedding venue pricing, packages and fees.

• Estimated cost: $5k–$30k est. rental for 120 guests
• Capacity: up to 250 guests
• Services: Venue rental only
• Address: Ipswich, MA

The Crane Estate is a historic, 2,100-acre seaside estate in Ipswich, Massachusetts, centered by the Great House, a 59-room Stuart-style mansion designed by architect David Adler and completed in 1928. Set atop Castle Hill, the property overlooks the Atlantic Ocean, Crane Beach, and local salt marshes, with outdoor ceremony locations including the half-mile-long Grand Allée and the stone-columned Italian Garden. Receptions for up to 250 seated or standing guests can take place under a high-peaked sailcloth tent on the mansion's east terrace, or at the property's historic Italian-style Barn featuring terra cotta walls and a post-and-beam interior. Standard venue packages provide a 5. 5-hour event rental period, a 30-minute ceremony with a choice of locations, and access to hospitality suites, though catering and food services are not included in the rental fees. For overnight lodging, the on-site Inn at Castle Hill offers ten guest rooms.

Food

Catering and food services are not included in the venue rental fees.

Packages

• Venue Only Rental: Rental fee is a flat rate depending on the chosen location (Great House vs. The Barn) and day of the week.
  Includes: 5.5-hour event rental period, 30-minute ceremony with choice of locations, Access to hospitality suite(s)

Taxes and fees

• Great House Saturday Venue Fee: $30,000
• Great House Friday and Sunday Venue Fee: $24,000
• The Barn Friday through Sunday Venue Fee: $5,000
• Great House Additional Hour: $2,000

Good to know

• Sunday Holidays are the same price as Saturdays ($30,000) at the Great House.
• Great House additional hours are priced at $2,000.
• Initial payments are non-refundable.

Common questions

How much does a wedding at The Crane Estate cost?

Based on The Crane Estate's published pricing, renting the venue for 120 guests runs about $5,000–$30,000. It's a venue rental, so catering and bar are priced separately. Your actual quote will depend on date, season and final guest count.

How many guests can The Crane Estate hold?

The Crane Estate can host up to 250 guests seated.

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