Glen Manor House — Attraction in Portsmouth

Stunning Mansion Style Event Venue located directly on Narragansett Bay, just off of Route 138 in Portsmouth RI. Beautiful Gardens abound throughout the Estate. To me, it looks like it might have been a Family Home at some point in its history. The room layouts do lead to some isolation among attending parties in larger events. Instead of one Major Ballroom layout like most places have, Glen Manor has 4 separate rooms. One of the rooms is larger than the others, more or less a "Mini Ballroom", which is where a Band would set up and people would use as the Dance Floor. Plenty of room for a Big Band and more than adequate dance floor. Big enough to place several smaller round tables around the edges for drinks or apertizers, but not tables where people would be seating and eating. Instead, the other three rooms is where your meals would be served. In addition, there is a beautiful outdoor room, under a canvas roof with very cool lighting, a room big enough for any "Main Party" to seat privately. Toward the back is the spectacular greenery and Garden area, and another outdoor covered patio, ideal for your Bar and serving apertizers. The apertizers where to die for, especially the Raw Bar, and the staff where all very friendly and helpful throughout the entire event. The main course, I think could have been better, so I was underwhelmed with that aspect of the place.

The biggest downside was the lack of AC in any of the rooms, as all the rooms are designed to be open to taking in the stunning water and garden's views, but something one would really have to take into consideration in the hotter times of year, like July and August. Probably best when humidity is low and temperatures are moderate, early Fall and Late Spring for sure.

Overall, a truly beautiful and impressive venue, with a very unique layout that many people can probably make work for them, as long as party size is not to large. It was my first time there, and I'm glad to of had the opportunity to see it. I would have loved a tour of the upstairs. Certainly recommended for the...

With views overlooking the waters and beautifully manicured grounds that flow with the season, Glen Manor is simple, elegant, and perfect when it comes to showcasing to friends and family what a wedding in Rhode Island is all about.

With the benevolent Katie as the manager of the property and guide throughout the process, even on the day of our wedding, always attentive to our needs, even those of friends, family, and our vendors, answering questions at a moment's notice, we were given an empty canvas to build and plan upon our dream wedding.

What we loved about Glen Manor was not only its charm but amenities offered with consideration of inclement weather. Plenty of space to enjoy with separation between the dining and reception area, all while having an outdoor covered area to lounge. Something to keep in mind when it comes to the number of guests you're planning all while considerate of potentially having an indoor wedding.

Three hours in advance to get ready, plenty of time before our ceremony and reception of 6 hours to do first-look photos. The grounds are fantastic for any wedding album. Roughly 170 guests in total, the space for the outdoor ceremony were plenty when facing the water, set in such a way we could walk in from the side without being noticed until walking up the aisle. The reception made up of rounds, the two of us having a sweetheart table set between the dining rooms. Two bars along with outdoor lounge furniture, bathrooms with plenty of space to offer personal amenities, parking on site with no issues and the ability to have transportation to and from the venue, Glen Manor was everything we could've ever hoped for with our wedding and Katie was wonderful in working with us throughout...

The Glen Manor and Katie were everything that a bride could want! The manor itself was stunning. Between the architecture, ballrooms/dining rooms, gorgeous red carpet staircase and the stonework outside- the whole building is a work of art. I have been to countless weddings and no venue was as breathtaking as the Glen. My guests came from far and wide, all over the country, and I had many of them state that the Glen was the most magical venue they have ever been to. They said it felt like you were in a fairytale. If you are looking for a unique and romantic wedding venue- the Glen is for you! Plus- you can’t beat the gardens, waterview, and pictures on the dock!

Now Katie was a godsend. She met with me, my husband and our families multiple times to show us the venue. She was accommodating and was happy to answer all questions. As the wedding got closer she gave me guidance and ideas on how to execute my last part of wedding planning. She even helped with the ever dreaded seating chart. She was always cheerful and positive through my entire experience. On the day of my wedding it was no different. She coordinated drop offs for all our extra items (i.e. pictures, card box, etc.) and ensured it all got placed. She coordinated with all our vendors and made me feel confident that I would not need to do or worry about anything the day of the wedding. Throughout our reception, she checked in with my husband and I and made sure we had everything that we needed. She was one of the main players in making our wedding day perfect. Please do yourself a favor and book...