The Preserve at Chocorua

Historic Estate / Mansion in Tamworth, NH. Wedding venue pricing, packages and fees.

• Estimated cost: $21k–$42k est. rental for 120 guests
• Capacity: up to 250 guests
• Services: Venue rental only
• Address: 88 Philbrick Neighborhood Road

Founded in 1778 by Nathaniel Hayford as a working farm, The Preserve at Chocorua is a 26-acre historic estate in Tamworth, New Hampshire, that overlooks Mount Chocorua. The property features the Hayford Barn—a timber-frame structure rebuilt in 2018 with vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, and rooftop cupolas—as well as a custom Sperry sailcloth tent supported by handcrafted timber poles. Additional event spaces include the Ice Pavilion, an open-air venue with an outdoor hearth stone fireplace built on an old ice house foundation, and the Sap House, a former maple sugar shack. Overnight accommodations host up to 72 guests across a 13-bedroom Farmhouse, a Carriage House, and several guest cottages, including the Lilac, Whip-Poor-Will, and Veery cottages. The estate accommodates up to 250 guests for seated or standing receptions, providing a professional kitchen and staging areas for couples who arrange their own external catering.

Food

Venue provides professional kitchen and catering staging areas; couples arrange their own external catering.

Packages

• Exclusive Property Rental (3-Night, 4-Day Stay): Total package price (Legacy Investment + Lodging Fee) ranges from $20,000 to $40,000 for a 3-night, 4-day exclusive property rental, varying by season and guest lodging capacity.
  Includes: Exclusive use of entire 26-acre property (Barn, Farmhouse, Cottages, Tent, etc.), 3 nights/4 days lodging for 48-72 guests (seasonal capacity), Tables & chairs for up to 225 guests, ceremony benches, birch arbor, Onsite venue coordinator, professional kitchen, bar areas, lawn games, fire pits, Complimentary additional night for wedding couple

Taxes and fees

• Legacy Investment: $10,000-$20,000
• Lodging Block Fee: $10,000-$20,000
• New Hampshire Rooms & Rental Taxes: 8.5%
• March One Day Rental: $6,500

Good to know

• Pricing is for a 3-night, 4-day exclusive property rental, including lodging for 48-72 guests (seasonal capacity).
• 8.5% New Hampshire Rooms & Rental Taxes apply to all lodging.
• Sperry Sailcloth Tent is installed and included during Spring, High Summer, and Autumn seasons; unavailable otherwise.
• Catering and bar services are not included; venue provides professional kitchen and bar areas for external vendors.
• A separate one-day rental option for $6,500 is available in March, including barn & bridal salon only.

Common questions

How much does a wedding at The Preserve at Chocorua cost?

Based on The Preserve at Chocorua's published pricing, renting the venue for 120 guests runs about $21,000–$41,500. 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 Preserve at Chocorua hold?

The Preserve at Chocorua can host up to 250 guests seated.

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