Lovely and stately mansion adjacent to the Salmon Falls lake and Vaughn Woods, Hamilton House is…read morenamed for the first owner . It is built for a wealthy merchant/privateer and it clearly shows with its rich wood carvings and grand front hall. Tour guide is friendly and shows the house at a good pace. No awkward silences. There is one bathroom on the grounds and lovely gardens for visitors to walk through. People book the venue for weddings.

This gorgeous historical site is the perfect bit of peace when we don't want to sit among the…read morenoisy, too-close-for-comfort crowds lining every inch of southern Maine beaches. It's an oasis of green trees, bushes, and grasses dotted with the most beautiful variety of flowers. There's classic statuary, stone walls, an artists cabin, scattered chairs and benches, the stately old home and, of course, marvelous views of the calm Salmon Falls River. If you look closely, you might spot a heron or several turtles coming out of the mud, marching slowly toward the tidal waters as the river's edge fills back in. You can even access Vaughan Woods from a footpath, if you'd like to get a hike in. Of course, you can always bring a blanket, a picnic, and just enjoy the gorgeousness that surrounds you. Bathroom situation: in season there's a wee house-type structure that opens into a single, large bathroom. It appears to be cleaned and stocked regularly.

We were invited to an event at the Red Barn last night and were pleasantly surprised by the place…read more The Barn has been completely redone by a carpenter who really knows their craft. I was constantly amazed by the workmanship. The main space was really bright and the light colored timbers make the space feel cozy. The food that they catered was pretty good, nothing too crazy, but tasty. And the staff working the event were cheery and helpful. This would be an amazing venue for a large wedding!

My partner and I got married 10/4/25 at the Barn and we could not recommend this venue enough! Our…read morecoordinator from The Red Barn, Emily, was with us every step of the way. She went above and beyond on our wedding day to ensure we had drinks, food, even going as far as helping my mother in law get to and from photos. She helped keep our little one entertained throughout the night so we were able to truly enjoy ourselves. Every single guest commented on how incredible she was-- if I could give her more than 5 stars I would.

My husband and I cannot say enough wonderful things about the stunning York Harbor Reading Room. We…read morevisited numerous potential wedding venues in southern Maine, but nothing felt right until we came across the Reading Room. We fell instantly in love with the incredible ocean view, the beautiful interior, the out-of-this world food, and with Mary, the on-site wedding coordinator. A month has passed since our wedding, and my husband and I are honestly a little sad we no longer have an excuse to interact with Mary. She has coordinated weddings at the Reading Room for years, and is a master. There is no detail that escapes her inquiry. She will ask about set up, timelines, preferences, food, flowers, and will coordinate with all your vendors. My husband and I pride ourselves on being detail oriented, but we were surprised by the things that had escaped our attention that revealed themselves during discussions with Mary. But more than just details, Mary is a joy to work with. She is kind and funny, and it is obvious that even after dozens of weddings, she really enjoys them. In fact, Mary seemed to enjoy our wedding day as much as us. You will not be disappointed by the York Harbor Reading Room. We highly recommend it.

The perfect Maine wedding venue. Amazing food and the service couldn't be any better. Definitely…read moreget the raw bar as it was beautifully arranged and was incredible. The rooms are divided but it made having a conversation that more easier and our guests loved to be able to actually talk to each other. Highly recommend you checking this out!

From the owner: The York Golf and Tennis Club is proud to offer a range of exceptional amenities and events open to…read moreboth members and the public. Our historic property features an 18-hole Donald Ross-designed golf course, a stunning layout that winds along the scenic York River, offering both a challenge for players and breathtaking views. In addition, our facility boasts eight meticulously maintained outdoor tennis courts, perfect for casual matches or competitive play. At the heart of our community is the Old Clubhouse, a charming venue perched on the banks of the York River. This timeless space serves as the perfect backdrop for a variety of events, including weddings, corporate meetings, social gatherings, and community celebrations. Open to both members and non-members, the Old Clubhouse combines historic elegance with modern amenities, ensuring every event is as seamless as it is memorable. Whether you're looking to host a private celebration or simply enjoy the natural beauty and recreational opportunities we offer, The York Golf and Tennis Club is your destination for unforgettable experiences.

This venue will not disappoint as it a brings beauty, and a great location…read more Kevin is very professional and easy to work with. I chose this venue for a celebration of life for my husband because I did not want a dreary sad place but a place to truly celebrate my husbands life and the many lives he touched. This place did not disapoint. Food was very good and Kevin provided servers that did an amazing job.

Officiated a wedding 9/24/23 and the room was huge, plenty of room for dancing and the owner and…read morestaff were fantastic!!

We are visiting Maine on vacation with another family. We had 3 kids in tow. Our server Jess was…read moreattentive and accommodating. She made sure the kids had their drinks and food right away. She even went as far as to offer them bocce ball to play out on the lawn while the grownups finished up their cocktails. The food and drinks were delicious and atmosphere quite lovely. Overall our experience was top notch and we look forward to visiting again next year!

We got off to a clunky start. There's signs everywhere saying see hostess at end of tent. So I…read morewalked around the tent. There was no hostess. I was confused. I went in the building and ran into a waitress. I asked her and she told me go see the hostess at the tent. So I go back over the tent wait a couple minutes and then finally one of the waiters asked me if I'm being helped. I tell him that I have reservations at 7:30 and he tells me that I need to see the hostess. I said who's that? So finally I figure out that the hostess is this little old lady that has been cleaning these chairs and tables the whole time. So I wait for her to get done. The waiter that talked to me before goes talks to her and points over at me. She gets done and goes to the other side if the tent and takes two guests to seats. Now I'm like what the heck. So I go to the other side of the tent cause clearly I'm on the wrong side. Then she ignores me on that side! So after about 15 minutes, she comes over and she's very pleasant and sees that I have my reservation and takes me to my table. I'm really not sure what the issue was. It was pretty strange. All the service after that was perfectly normal. And like I said, even after she finally was taking me to my table she was super nice and got me a glass of water. So I got a Maine root beer because it's Maine. I got clam chowder because it's Maine. The clam chowder was excellent. Then I got the haddock sandwich, which was so good. The breading was so light that the fish just fell apart when you bit into the sandwich. Just really well cooked. I used to love when things were heavily breaded, but I think I've gone the total opposite nowadays. There was also live music tonight, which was really fun. The outside seating is just so enjoyable on a nice upper 60s night with a little breeze.

Where to begin, The View is Amazing! Our wedding was on May 1st 2021 and was truly a magical day. I…read moreplanned our wedding from across the country during the pandemic and couldn't have done it without Donna's help, she really does make you feel like family & wants the best for your special day. Being a NH local, as soon as we toured The View we knew it was the venue for us. Donna & team made every step of the process exceed expectations - from our tasting to the wedding day it was everything we could have hoped for and more. The food was incredible, thank you Chef Eides! We had people complementing it for weeks after the wedding (the house made lemon cheesecake, wow). We wish we could go back and re-live our day over and over again because it was that good. The service and execution that Donna, Eides, and the entire Pepperrell Cove staff offer is next level. We can't recommend this venue enough. Thank you SO MUCH for making it the best day of our lives. Taylor & Justin Jones

I had my wedding reception at The View in September and it was absolutely perfect! I planned the…read moreevent on a short timeline and Donna was great to work with throughout the process - very responsive and accommodating. Of course the view of Pepperrell Cove is breathtaking, but the real star of the show here is the food. We were able to custom tailor the menu to be exactly what we wanted to serve, and it was all made on-site from fresh ingredients - something that is not easy to find at event venues. My family is Italian, from New York and hard to please when it comes to food, and they were all raving about every single dish that was served. Donna's assistance leading up to the event in coordinating with vendors and her hands-on presence during event night made the process seamless. I didn't have a wedding planner / day-of coordinator, and ended up not needing one - she made everything happen perfectly, even making sure our elderly guests had easy access to their seats. I couldn't recommend The View more for a wedding!

UNH Conferences and Catering did our post-wedding brunch. The food was truly delicious and the…read moreservice was wonderful. They were very accommodating around food allergies and preferences. This is great value for any event. Highly recommend!

Took a drive up this past weekend for the Disney After Dark Burlesque show. It's a classic old…read moreschool theatre tucked in the downtown area of Dover. The facility and property has been well maintained. The new ownership and staff working were very outgoing and kind and helpful. I think the lady serving the liquor was part of the ownership or management. Very nice and welcoming. They are going to be showing Hocus Pocus, classic 90s Halloween film this season. Along w Rocky Horror Picture show and other classics from the golden era of film. Horror movies like Halloween or Friday the 13th would be great as well. It's a great and perfect throwback to yesteryear with the layout and how they do things. The owner said they do trivia and Cuban dance lessons among other fun events there. It's really a great find and I wish more towns had these small local joints where it's intimate and fun and a great experience. The burlesque show was awesome. All the woman were attractive and the show was great. My first ever. Looking forward to my next visit at the Strand. A great spot when in Dover to visit.

I like this place it has...... Movies. Not only that if you…read morelive nearby and know the area you would know it has a secluded ally type of parking lot that's great for finishing up that " cigarette" before the........movie.