French's Point
Historic Estate / Mansion in Stockton Springs, ME. Wedding venue pricing, packages and fees.
- Estimated cost: $12k–$40k est. rental for 120 guests
- Capacity: up to 200 guests
- Minimum: 50 guests
- Services: Venue rental only
French’s Point is a 15-acre historic estate in Stockton Springs, Maine, situated on a waterfront point overlooking Penobscot Bay. First settled in 1764 by Colonel Benjamin Shute, the property served as a church retreat before architect Wilfred E. Mansur designed the shingle-style main cottage in 1909. The estate features 15 oceanfront event settings, including a seasonal seaside sailcloth tent, a cobblestone terrace, a promenade, a private beach, and a wood-paneled ballroom with floor-to-ceiling windows. On-site lodging is spread across three estate homes—the Retreat House, the Farm House, and the Beach House—which collectively offer 26 guest suites, guest kitchens, fireplace parlors, and a game library. Exclusive reservations from Friday noon to Sunday noon accommodate up to 200 guests for seated receptions, with catering provided by outside professional vendors and bar services not included in the venue fee.
Food
Catering is provided by outside professional vendors, with estimated costs ranging from $220-$350/guest (including bar service).
Packages
- Weekend Venue Rental: Weekend venue fee ranges from $12,000 to $40,000 depending on the season. Lodging and outside vendors are additional.
Includes: Exclusive weekend reservation from Friday Noon to Sunday Noon, On-site lodging in three estate homes with 26 luxury guest suites, Seaside seasonal sailcloth tent (May–October) with sidewalls, flooring, lighting, tables, chairs, bars, catering tent & restrooms, Access to 15 elegant, oceanfront & weather-proof settings
Taxes and fees
- Weekend Venue Fee: $12,000-$40,000
- Nightly Lodging Rates: $250-$500
Good to know
- Minimum reservation of 26 suites for 2 nights required ($250-$500/suite/night).
- Catering and bar services must be contracted separately through professional vendors ($220-$350/guest estimated).
- Total all-in wedding budget typically ranges from $62,000 to $315,000.
- Event capacity is limited to 50-120 guests during the off-season (November-February).
Common questions
How much does a wedding at French's Point cost?
Based on French's Point's published pricing, renting the venue for 120 guests runs about $12,000–$40,000. 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 French's Point hold?
French's Point can host up to 200 guests seated. It has a minimum of 50 guests.
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