Events at Mayflower Inn and Spa A gathering for every occasion
We help make memories, beginning with our open-hearted welcome and our exceptional location, nestled among 58 acres of landscaped gardens and beautiful woodland less than two hours from New York City. Our venues and accommodations give you space to connect with each other—whether you’re planning a family reunion, milestone anniversary, or other celebrations.
Total Rooms: 30 luxurious rooms and suites
Largest event space: Teahouse | 75-person capacity
Located 90 miles from New York City, and easily accessible from Oxford Airport (private) and Bradley International Airport
Venues
From welcome drinks to farewell brunch, our alchemy gives each event special meaning in its own distinctive setting. You might treat your siblings and their families, typically scattered across the globe the rest of the year, to a private dinner set in our cozy Parlor, with a table set around a gas fireplace. Thousands of square feet of outdoor and indoor space exude natural eloquence and understated sophistication, allowing you to host events without repetition. One constant? Unparalleled New England charm.
Event and Banquet Facilities
| Room Name | Square Feet | Reception | Dinner | Conference | U-Shape |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Shakespeare Garden
|
Acres | 150 | - | - | - |
|
Event Tent
|
3,500 | 150 | 150 | - | - |
|
Parlor
|
616 | 40 | - | - | - |
|
Garden Room
|
630 | 25 | 15 | 10 | 10 |
|
Tap Room
|
630 | 50 | 20 | - | - |
|
Library
|
325 | 6 | - | - | - |
|
Wicker Porch
|
688 | 40 | 20 | 12 | - |
|
Teahouse
|
1,200 | 75 | 40 | 20 | 30 |
Exceptional Services
Warm and present, our team has a true talent for sparking joy. We’ll work to make your special event your own and handle any plot twists gracefully.
Catering
Event Amenities
Outside Vendors
Our professional staff can help with any technical requirements, from a state-of-the-art speaker system for your reception to DJ setup.
Receiving and set-up
From greeting your guests upon arrival and providing in-room amenities to setting up a Champagne toast, no detail will be overlooked.
Music and entertainment
Our specialists can arrange everything from a live instrumental band to local wedding djs or harpists.
Welcome amenities & VIP gifts
From assorted snacks and beverages to exquisite one-of-a-kind Connecticut countryside offerings,
Family Programs
Adventures the whole family can enjoy range from cycling a scenic 8-mile loop around the banks of Lake Waramaug to taking an artisan cheesemaking class at a nearby dairy farm.
Couples program
Enjoy a romantic candlelit side-by-side massage and more intimate experiences designed just for couples.
Photos from Past Events
Be inspired by beautiful moments we’ve created for guests celebrating extraordinary life occasions.
Perfect for Every Occasion
Reunions
Birthday Parties
Holidays
Fun For Groups
From a private naturalist-led hike through meadows, wooded ridge and wetlands and cycling along the banks of Lake Waramaug to taking a Field and Farm Cocktail Class with our expert beverage team, the unrivaled pleasures of the Litchfield Hills await.
