Lyman Estate

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

• Estimated cost: $2k–$6k est. rental for 120 guests
• Capacity: up to 200 guests
• Services: Venue rental only
• Address: 185 Lyman Street

Commissioned in 1793 by shipping merchant Theodore Lyman and designed by architect Samuel McIntire, the Lyman Estate is a historic country estate located at 185 Lyman Street in Waltham, Massachusetts. The 37-acre property features landscaped grounds, a covered veranda, and historic greenhouses containing camellias, grapes, and orchids. Inside the mansion, a grand staircase with a Palladian window leads to two second-floor suites, while the first floor houses a Victorian library, an east parlor, a dining room, and an oval parlor with original hand-carved woodwork. The grand ballroom is detailed with classical columns, crystal chandeliers, and a marble fireplace. The centrally heated and air-conditioned venue accommodates up to 200 guests for a seated reception or 150 standing, with tables and chairs included in the rental.

Food

Clients must choose from an exclusive list of caterers, which averages $180-$250+/person including linens, glassware, flatware, appetizers, dinner, and desserts.

Packages

• Venue Rental: Rental fee only. Catering and tenting are contracted separately.
  Includes: Use of the historic mansion and thirty-seven acres of landscaped grounds, Centrally air-conditioned and centrally heated, Two suites available for use 2 hours prior to event start time, Venue Manager throughout the duration of the event, Use of 200 white padded resin garden chairs and 90 wooden Queen Anne chairs, Tables (twenty 60" round, eight 48" round, six 36" round, and six high-top)

Taxes and fees

• Overtime Fee: $800

Good to know

• Must choose from exclusive list of caterers (averages $180-$250+/person) and exclusive tent providers (averages $6,000-$15,000+).
• All bar service must be open; cash bars, kegs, and shots are prohibited.
• Events are contracted for 8 hours (2 prep, 5 event, 1 breakdown) and must end by 11pm.
• No open flames, flower petals, rice, confetti, or indoor/outdoor fog machines permitted.
• Venue does not own AV equipment; must be rented or brought in.

Common questions

How much does a wedding at Lyman Estate cost?

Based on Lyman Estate's published pricing, renting the venue for 120 guests runs about $1,500–$6,000. 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 Lyman Estate hold?

Lyman Estate can host up to 200 guests seated, or 150 for a standing reception.

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