Posted on Tue, Jul 03, 2012 @ 02:00 PM
When it comes to planning your wedding, things can definitely get a bit stressful. Whether you're planning every little detail down to the tablecloth cover or taking a laissez-faire attitude and leaving everything to the last minute, it can be a hectic time. Here at the Belfry Inne and Bistro, we want to make your wedding as stress-free as possible, so we've broken down the event planning process into three easy steps:
1. Picking a Ceremony Venue
One of the best parts of planning your Cape Cod wedding is just that: the location. The Cape is filled with a variety of possible event venues. From beaches to parks to hotels, the possibilities are really endless. When choosing a ceremony venue, it's important to consider these factors:
- Size: Is the venue big enough to hold all your guests? Or, if you're planning a small, intimate ceremony, is it too big? Be sure to consider guest seating, bridal party positions, and aisle length.
- Weather: Does the venue require a sunny, rain-free day to work properly? If so, do you have an alternate rain location picked out?
- Driving distance: Is the venue within reasonable driving distance for your guests and bridal party? Is their adequate parking on-site, and if not, will there be reliable group transportation?
The Belfry is only a short driving distance from a variety of beaches, churches, hotels, and event halls. So whatever you choose, the Belfry is always a convenient reception option.
2. Picking a Reception Venue
While we obviously HIGHLY recommend booking your wedding or event in the beautiful Belfry Inne and Bistro, we ultimately leave the decision up to you. Be sure to consider the following when choosing a reception location:
- Menu options: Does the venue offer the food you want at a price that works for you? If not, do you have a catering company picked out instead? In terms of beverages, do you want an open or cash bar?
- Size: Are there enough tables for all your guests? Is there room to dance? Is there adequate parking?
- Does the venue have a romantic feel- or at least the "feel" you're going for? How do you feel about the decor?
I've already written about
the deliciously unique menu options the Belfry Bistro has to offer, but just to remind you, we offer a variety of classic dishes with delectable twists for less than $100 per head! Customize your personal menu and take advantage of our medium-sized space for all the lounging and dancing your guests will need. Not to mention, the decor is something you will never forget!
3. Figuring Out Guest Accomodations
The last thing you want is to throw your close family into some half-price motel to cut costs. There's plenty to consider when choosing accomodations for your guests, but all that really matters is: Will my family be comfortable here?
If you don't know the answer to that question, chances are they're not. If you book your event at the Belfry, we will reserve up to five beautiful, comfortable rooms for you and your guests complete with a complimentary breakfast, free wi-fi, and no creepy budget motel rooms. Your guests will thank you later, I promise!
There's a LOT that goes into planning a wedding or event, but the Belfry WANTS to help you every step of the way.
Check out our "Events" page to learn more and take the first step to booking with us.
Posted on Sat, Jun 30, 2012 @ 01:46 PM
I wanted to start this post with something like "wedding season is in full swing," but let's face it: modern-day weddings have no season. Whether you're dreaming of blue skies and lots of sun, a snow-frosted winter wonderland, or a cool, crisp autumn feel, the Belfry Inne & Bistro is the perfect venue for any wedding.
Instead of dealing with overpriced, below-par catering or hotels that try to trick you into having a "magical" reception in a conference room, check out how the Belfry goes above and beyond to make your wedding memorable, classic, and fun for everyone.
1. Delectable Dining
At the Belfry Bistro, you will never be asked "chicken or fish?" Instead, we offer unique, delicious dishes that your guests will absolutely love. Some of our favorites include:
Butler-Passed Hors d'oeuvres:
- Crispy Mango Jalapeno Chicken Skewers - served with an exotic Mango Chipolte Salsa
- Lamp Chop "Lollipops" - in a mouth-watering Rosemary and Mint marinade
Appetizer, Soup, or Salad Course:
- Seared Yellow Fin Tuna - served with Cucumber Avacado Salad in a Citrus Soy Vinaigrette
- Salad of Baby Iceberg Lettuce, Cumbled Blue Cheese, Marinated Hot House Tomatoes, Apple Smoked Bacon, and Buttermilk Herb Dressing
- Cape Lobster Chowder - with Celery Root and Local Sandwich Lobster
Entrees:
- Pepper Crusted Loin of Berkshire Pork - served with Pancetta Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, and Lemon Herb Jus
- Line Caught Atlantic Swordfish - served with Herb Risotto, Grilled Asparagus, and Roasted Tomato Buerre Blanc
- Pan Seared All Natural Filet Mignon - served with Fingerling Potatoes, Asaparagus, and Baby Carrots in a Cabernet Reduction
Not to mention, our extensive drink menu will be fully available to you in the form of either an Open or Cash Bar, depending on your preferences.
For this caliber of food, you'd expect to pay at least $200 per head, right?
Wrong! The Belfry Bistro offers these gourmet options at an average of about $90 per head.*
2. Comfortable Accomodations
At the Belfry, we know how important the comfort of your loved ones is, and the last thing we want is for them to end up at some low-end motel or cooped up in their in-law's guest room. When you book your wedding or event with us, we will reserve up to 6 incredibly beautiful guest suites in The Abbey as long as you book for at least two nights.
Your friends and family will feel more at home than ever in our rooms and will probably never stop thanking you, and once they've fully digested their amazing meals from the night before, they can fill up on a complimentary breakfast or just lounge out in their air conditioned rooms while watching flat-screen cable TV or using our complimentary Wi-Fi internet.
3. Have you SEEN the place?
Who doesn't dream of getting married in a fairy-tale worthy church complete with stained glass, beauiful artwork, and fancy table settings? It's every girl's (and maybe even some guy's) dream. At the Belfry, we can make this dream a reality and give you that "royalty for a day" feeling.
I could talk about it for days, but words just don't do it justice. To see more of the Belfry, check out our room pages or come by and visit!
*Call us for further pricing details.
Posted on Sat, Oct 08, 2011 @ 10:14 AM
The marriage of two lives is indeed a very special occasion and a special occasion such as this should occur in a very special place. The Belfry Inne and Bistro is the perfect location for this once in a lifetime occasion. The Belfry Inne wedding will be talked about by guests and remembered by the wedded couple for years to come for its beautiful location and exquisite
food.
Located on the coast of Massachusetts, the Belfry Inne and Bistro is just minutes away from the Cape Cod Bay. The architecture and design of the grounds will create an extraordinary setting for the perfect wedding. The many themed rooms offer guests a warm and beautiful place to stay after the festivities have concluded.
A Belfry Inne wedding will be long remembered for its incredible food. Even the most gorgeous setting for a wedding can be offset if the food is just mediocre. In this category the Belfry Inne does not fall short. It offers several delectable menus to accommodate the guests' tastes. The chefs at the Belfry take the utmost pride and care in preparing the cuisine for your special occasion because they see it as important and as special as you do.
Nothing says romance like a Cape Cod Wedding at the Belfry Inne in New England. To request cape cod wedding information about the Belfry Inne and Bistro and to check out some of the tastefully decorated rooms or to book a room for a romantic getaway go to www.BelfryInn.com.
Posted on Wed, Oct 05, 2011 @ 10:02 PM
Your wedding will perhaps be the most important and memorable occasion for you, your loved ones and your friends. Having your wedding in Cape Cod will make it that much more memorable, with its beautiful and majestic scenery surrounding the many mansions, gardens, and seaside locations that you have to choose from for your special day. There are plenty of details that will go into the perfect planning and assurance that the big day will go off without a hitch, and knowing what to plan for and what to expect can help make your day a little less stressful. But what should you include in your Cape Cod wedding check list? There is so much to do in the months before the big day, and every detail will need to be executed up to the very last minute. Determining the day and location are just the beginning. There will need to be catering, flowers, reception hall booking, wedding cake decoration, music, and photography that all need to be planned for. If that wasn't enough, that is just the tip of what will need to be organized before the wedding day. Hiring a wedding planner can greatly reduce the stress of planning everything yourself, and will allow you to put your focus into other aspects of your special day. No matter who plans the actual wedding, it is of vital importance that you or the planner take every single item into careful consideration and have everything finalized before the wedding takes place. Your Cape Cod wedding check list will no doubt seem undauntingly overwhelming, but taking the necessary steps to ensure that every detail down to the cocktail napkins on the tables is properly secured will help to create the most memorable event of your life. Develop a checklist that covers every aspect of the wedding planning and things will go smoothly. On the day of the wedding, wake up early and go for a quiet walk. Clear your mind with some easy exercises, and have a light breakfast if the nerves haven't got to you yet. Spend some time with your family members and friends before the wedding to alleviate some of the stress that you may be feeling. Then take the walk down the aisle, enjoy the moment, and get ready to spend the rest of your life with that special person that means the world to you.
Posted on Wed, Oct 05, 2011 @ 10:01 PM
There are many reasons for visiting beautiful Cape Cod, Massachusetts and one reason is to get married here. With the most exquisite beaches, quaint churches and vintage village life, a Cape Cod destination wedding is the ultimate choice for couples all over the United States and indeed the world. With all the convenience of accessing the best florists, caterers, and wedding planners in the business, Cape Cod also offers private, stunning wedding venues.
A Cape Cod destination wedding is ideal, as this area was named one of the 10 Most Beautiful Places in America by ABC's Good Morning America, and has various other accolades. Aside from being beautiful and completely relaxing, it is also very romantic and the perfect place to tie the knot. Various beach front bed and breakfast accommodation, as well as private vacation cottages will let you enjoy a carefree honeymoon without needing to travel anywhere else after your wedding. You can also enjoy romantic, candlelit dinners at the various New England restaurants and fine dining establishments around Cape Cod offering a large variety of cuisine.
Although a bit more expensive than other wedding destinations around the U.S, Cape Cod is one of the most sought after, and gives you that exclusive, high class feel without being over the top. It adds the perfect atmosphere to your beach or garden wedding and there are plenty of stunning mansions and guest houses with a charming colonial feel that would also make brilliant wedding venues. The entire wedding can take place at these homes, or to return for the reception after a beautiful beach ceremony. Whether you are interested in getting married in the Upper, Mid, Lower or Outer Cape Cod region you will have the pick of many exciting wedding venues and top suppliers. If you really want to plan the ultimate Cape Cod destination wedding, Martha's Vineyard is one of the most popular, well known wedding venues, as well as Nantucket Island. This gives you all the beauty, privacy and intimacy you require for the romantic, fairytale wedding of your dreams.