Seeking a private, elegant & formal event venue? Look no further, because Lairmont Manor will not…read moredisappoint. Located a few minutes from historic Fairhaven in a private & quiet residential neighborhood several miles from Western Washington University & downtown Bellingham, WA, this exclusive venue is ideal for small to medium size weddings; outdoor & indoor options; excellent staff; private parking; picturesque photo ops; beautiful grounds. Book your wedding or special event today.

Stunning venue! We attended our sons wedding there. The grounds and beautiful and allow for a lot…read moreof different options for event styles and accommodations. For events 150 people and less you can lay your event out in phases and shift from one space to another inside and out easily if you have a good day of planner. Possibilities endless. Only thing to be considered is event must be over by 10 as this is in a residential area.

Ordered the jerk chicken, veggies, slaw and cucumber tomato sides. TA DIE FOR. Fresh, flavorful and…read morelooks amazing. Just how food should be!

I just had my 60th birthday at Ponderosa Bar and Calypso catered the event…read more I had so many compliments about the food! Sarah, the owner, was very helpful and quick to respond to my numerous questions. I will definitely be a returning customer!

The venue is so beautiful. It has many sections or quarters that you can run multiple events at the…read moresame time. We rented this place for my daughter's wedding. We needed a venue that has multiple sections as the wedding has both traditional ceremony and ethic ceremony. We had different groups working on different things at the same time. The only downside of this venue is their sound system does not match the quality and beauty of the venue. The audio of the sound system was more of a distraction and than an enhancement. On the day of the rehearsal, I had asked for the system to be checked to ensure it meets our needs. I was assured that everything was checked out well. On the day off, the mic went on/off during the whole wedding ceremony. It was so annoying and distracting. Finally, the system went out by itself, which was better. Even if there is no enhancement of the audio, at least no distraction. So, talked to the DJ about it and I was told they were informed that the wireless tends to have that issue. Instead of fixing it, they just let it be a distraction. It very disappointing experience. They assured me that we will be using a wired mic during the reception and it should be okay. NOT! The mic was so low that we could not hear the speaker. Unfortunately, there were so many wonderful messages that were shared and only a few tables close to the speakers could hear the message. I was this place up their sound system to match the elegantness of the venue. The sound system seems to downgrade their entire venue value.

Trying to find the right photographer to capture a special moment is a tedious and stressful…read moreprocess. There are so many photographers to choose from that it can be overwhelming. You want someone who is easy to work with, responsive, professional, and above all that will give you a QUALITY product, right?! Makenna Hickman Photography hits ALL those marks! Makenna is really easy going, super fun to work with (she's hysterical), and a total professional. What makes Makenna a real pleasure, is that she will do just about anything to get the perfect shot, whether that's indoors, outdoors, rain, shine, storm, or whatever; she's kind of been there done that. This is a fantastic trait; especially if you're uncomfortable in front of the camera, you're a family with small children, or have a pet that struggles to sit still. Makenna will take care of you throughout the process. She is A perfectionist so you know you're going to get quality pictures that you'll want to hang in your home for years to come. I've trusted Makenna Hickman Photography with the most important moments in my life - baby pictures, engagement pictures, and maternity shoots. I have hundreds of her pictures in my gallery. She delivers above and beyond my expectations EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. I wouldn't choose any other photographer - there's just no point. What's really special, is that Makenna will bring you behind the lens and let you see the shots she's taking so you feel great with what she's capturing. She truly wants her clients to be happy. After the session, she will get to work on her incredible editing and polishing. She really takes her time and makes sure she digs into all the little details. Because she is a solo artist, working with her is really a top notch experience. I highly recommend her services.

Such a disappointment. Charcuterie trays looked like they were purchased at costco. They…read morepromised beautiful boards. They were on plastic trays. The bride showed them pictures of what she wanted and was assured that was how they do it And they charged 2700 for 2 trays with 1 salami flower and some nuts and cheese. Also some very simple salads in plastic bowls . Not very classy.

We worked with Donna Raimey at Crave Catering for our wedding at Lairmont Manor this summer. Donna…read morewas so great to work with - very responsive and adaptive and worked with us to create the perfect menu that fit our budget. We ended up working through 3 versions and adding desserts with no problem and had an appetizer spread, chicken and vegetables dinner and a dessert bar (we brought our own alcohol, but Crave coordinated a bartender). The food was delicious! We got many compliments and everything went smoothly on the big day! We would highly recommend.

If I could rate less than 1 Star, I would…read more.. As we began our wedding planning, finding a venue was a challenge. We struggled to find the perfect place, with a decent price, that had all the thing we were looking for, for our August wedding. My now husband found Selene Homestead and I fell in love with the few picture we saw. We scheduled a visit to check out their property and see what they had to offer--it was gorgeous! There was much land, a Saloon, Bridal Suite (that doubled as their bed and breakfast), the Magnolia Blossom Building for food/cake, a beautiful backyard, plus a large field where you can hold the ceremony. We quickly booked the venue and I was thrilled to get started on planning all the small details. As time went on and our date got closer, our bills got higher. And just as we were getting into the swing of things, my Nana--my mom's mom--passed away in March 2014. Everything was tossed in the air and not much time was spent on the wedding. We struggled for a long time, to get back on our feet (we still struggle daily), and really get things back on track. Debra, the woman who own/lives at the venue, with her husband, was less than sympathetic. It was all business. Then came the nickel-and-diming. The jars, the Shepard's hooks, the dance floor, the arbor.... We wanted two extra hours in the morning to work on set up (keep in mind we meant us working, and not wanting her or her husband to do anything more than just allow us to be there), and she hit us with a $200/hour price point! Pardon me? She booked us a bartender without clearing the individual with us, first (more on the bartender, later), and never kept in contact with us about anything. We scheduled a final visit before the wedding to make sure we covered all of our bases, speak with Debra about everything, and pay a remainder of fees. Debra couldn't even find the time to come outside and say "hello". We coordinated this time with her. She conveniently (for her) scheduled a conference call during our time there. Her husband is such a nice man and throughout the entire experience was so friendly. I have no negative things to say about him. I must also mention that they altered the venue with no warning or heads up to any of us. They laid a very large cement slab inform of the saloon for a dance floor. This struck a cord with me, as I booked the venue "as is" and was not expecting it to be altered. No where in the contract does it say they are entitled to unannounced changes to the venue, without notice. Then came the big day! It went very smoothly, during setup and there were no big hang-ups. Debra's small dog was running about the property during the wedding and I was most certainly NOT OKAY with that. I had my small dog, my mother's and a cousin's dog roaming around, as she approved of it, and was well aware they'd be there. By no means did that make it okay for her to have her dog running around, getting in my photos, the day of the wedding. Debra came outside to the wedding unannounced, took a lot of photos (without being given permission), and ate the food (again, no permission. And feeding her was not stated in the contract). She chatted with various people, and would go back inside. My point of view on this is... we are renting your space. You are not invited to the wedding. And you are not permitted to eat the food we paid for, chat with my guests, take photos of our day, and have your dog roam around my reception. A side note on the bartender--she has no clue as to what being a bartender entails. The majority of our guests complained about her, and she said several rude comments to multiple wedding guests. This is most definitely not okay. Breakfast, the morning after the wedding, was wonderful, and leaving the venue was just fine with me. The wedding was gorgeous, but the attitude and they way Debra runs her business, is NOT. I would not recommend Selene Homestead to anyone, unless they're ready for a large bill and an unfriendly attitude from her. Again, her husband was wonderful, pleasant to be around, and a comfort to talk to. But do yourself a favor and do NOT book Selene Homestead.

We got married there and it was absolutely beautiful! The grounds and both the Saloon and Magnolia…read moreBlossom room were perfect for drinks and pre-wedding hors d'oeuvres and for the reception food. The Saloon is beautiful and the only downfall is trying to get everyone out of there... The tent was perfect for seating everyone out of the sun for dinner too! Everything was in perfect shape, we loved it and the guests were in heaven from all the comments we got! The bridal suite was perfect to get ready in and relax before the walk down the aisle. Great prices, attention to detail, and we loved working with Debra & Ken! Highly recommend checking them out!

Loved the photos Kevin took for my elopement in May. He even ran with our request to get shots of…read moreus paddleboarding in our wedding gear!

Kevin and Katie were great to work with. They went above and beyond to take extra time with us, and…read moredid a great job communicating with my daughter, the bride (she is deaf). I would definitely recommend them and hold them in high regard. We met by accident, but I'm so glad it worked out that they were able to step in and photograph my daughters wedding. Thank You!!!

The doorbell rang yesterday on Mother's Day Sunday afternoon, and in came the most beautiful and…read morefragrant floral arrangement I've ever received. Kimberly Wilder is the designer, and really knows her "stuff!" I highly recommend her company, and look forward to enjoying her beautiful flowers in my home often!

Kimberly was extraordinarily helpful in making a meaningful impact on our family member who…read moresuddenly lost her beloved companion of 40+ year, two weeks before Valentines day. My wife and I live off island but we wanted to address the occasion for our family member anyway, delivering a bouquet, partly through the Spirit of the departed. Kimberly's presence engendered our trust and her sensitivity to the situation while keeping us updated as the flower order developed over time was impressive. And Kudos to Kelly, Kimberly's intrepid delivery service/husband!!