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Central Massachusetts' Unique Wedding Venues
by Norm Goldman
Artwork by Lily Azerad-Goldman

Sturbridge Host Hotel & Conference Center on Cedar Lake

If you prefer a less "daring wedding" and would rather tie the knot overlooking a beautiful romantic lake, check out the Sturbridge Host Hotel & Conference Center on Cedar Lake.

Sturbridge is a charming town that has welcomed visitors since the 18th century, and is within easy reach of Boston, Providence, Albany, and Hartford. Its rolling hills and abundant hiking trails, covered bridges, historic taverns and events throughout the year make it an ideal venue to pledge your love.

The Sturbridge Host Hotel offers several options:

• For a party of not more than 150 persons, you can choose the three season lakeside tent overlooking Cedar Lake:
• For a larger celebration you can rent the grand ballroom with high ceilings, dramatic chandeliers and sconces, suitable for a wedding of 135 to 350 people:
• If the wedding is an intimate affair with nor more than 100 people, the commons, is the ideal site or the lakeside grove & gazebo, that includes white garden chairs with center isle, rain space in case of inclement weather.
• If the season is not conducive to an outdoor happening, how about the climate controlled indoor garden terrace courtyard with lush surroundings.

Be sure to inquire about the hotel's value added packages, such as special overnight group room rates, and discounts for your bridal shower, rehearsal dinner or post wedding brunch.

Guests staying at the hotel can enjoy paddle- boats, miniature golf, fitness center, racquetball courts, indoor pool, whirlpool, boating, beach, and three restaurants. An added plus is that the hotel is only minutes away from Old Sturbridge Village, an attraction that is very appealing and you wonít want to miss.

If you wish to have one-stop wedding planning, the hotel's wedding coordinator can put you in touch with the many different services available in the area. They are ìold hats at the gameî and they know their property inside out. They would be delighted to provide you with valuable information from food to photos, as well as spending as much time as need to explain their several menu packages.

As for those sought after "Kodak Moments", the beautiful lake and grounds of the hotel provide the perfect settings.

Other Unique Venues You May Want to Consider

• The Harding Allen Estate
• Tuckerman Hall
• Higgins Armory Museum

Central Massachusetts Wedding Venues