Business Details
Your Rustic Wedding Venue in New Hampshire
Dell-Lea is a premier, full-service wedding venue nestled on 236 acres of scenic New Hampshire countryside. Our historic 1788 post-and-beam barn combines rustic elegance with modern amenities, offering couples a customizable backdrop for their special day. With over 700 weddings overseen by our experienced team, we pride ourselves on meticulous attention to detail, award-winning service, and a commitment to creating unforgettable experiences.Our in-house catering, professional staff, and picturesque groundsincluding mountain vistas and manicured lawnshave earned us recognition as New Hampshire's #1 barn wedding venue. Founded by hospitality veterans David and Toutou Marsden, our venue blends personal touch with operational excellence, ensuring seamless events from ceremony to reception.
Services
Wedding Venue
Catering Services
Day-of Coordination
Wedding Planning
Decoration Rentals
Reception Facilities
Vendor Recommendations
Bar Services
Rehearsal Coordination
On-site Accommodations
Highlights and features
- We offer 700+ weddings overseen by experienced planners
- Our venue includes in-house catering and decoration rentals
- We provide personalized day-of coordination with 5-hour receptions
- Our 236-acre property features scenic mountain and sunset views
- Consistently voted New Hampshire's #1 barn wedding venue
What people say
Best day ever
Flawless execution
Beautiful backdrop
Excellent food
Attentive staff
Services
Wedding Venue
Our historic 1788 barn accommodates 180 guests with rustic charm and modern comforts. Featuring 20-foot ceilings, original timber beams, and panoramic mountain views, the venue includes handicap accessibility, climate control, and a private wedding suite. The scenic grounds offer ceremony sites, photo opportunities, and reception areas for unforgettable celebrations.
Catering Services
Gourmet in-house catering features New England comfort dishes and Asian-inspired cuisine with customizable menus. Our executive chef prepares fresh, high-quality ingredients plated or buffet-style, including carving stations and late-night snack bars. Dietary accommodations and signature cocktail service ensure guest satisfaction at every event.
Wedding Planning
Full-service planning includes vendor recommendations, timeline creation, and budget management. Our certified planners offer site visits, contract reviews, and day-of execution support. Packages include 6-8 weeks of pre-wedding consultations and discounted vendor partnerships to streamline your planning process.
Decoration Rentals
Affordable rental options include table linens, centerpieces, signage, and seasonal accents. Our curated collection allows customization while reducing costs and logistics challenges. Packages range from simple arrangements to elaborate thematic decorations for complete venue transformation.
Day-of Coordination
Professional coordination ensures seamless execution with timeline oversight and vendor management. Services include rehearsal direction, setup supervision, and real-time problem solving. Coordinators handle guest needs, meal distribution, and cleanup logistics to maintain stress-free celebrations.
People
David Marsden
Co-Owner
Co-owner David Marsden manages finances and grounds, ensuring pristine 236-acre property maintenance. With hospitality experience from Mt. Washington Valley venues, he brings financial expertise and operational leadership to Dell-Lea.
Toutou Marsden
Co-Owner & Wedding Planner
Toutou Marsden oversees operations and marketing with 18 years in corporate sales and 700+ weddings managed. Her hospitality background from family restaurants informs her personalized approach to event planning and client relationships.
Laurie Russell
Wedding Coordinator
Certified coordinator Laurie Russell specializes in flawless execution with attention to detail. Her background in education and event management ensures organized, emotionally responsive support for couples during high-stress moments.
Adam Martin
Executive Chef
Chef Adam Martin brings 30+ years culinary expertise, creating comfort food-inspired menus with gourmet presentation. His restaurant experience across New Hampshire ensures exceptional quality and innovative catering solutions for diverse guest preferences.
Maddi Guerrera
Wedding Coordinator
Certified coordinator Maddi Guerrera combines event planning expertise with social media management. Her creative background in music and visual arts enhances aesthetic coordination and client communication for personalized wedding experiences.
Questions
What is included in the wedding venue rental?
Rental includes tables, chairs, linens, china, silverware, glassware, professional staff, 5-hour reception, and day-of coordination with setup/breakdown services.
Can we host weddings in rainy weather?
Yes, inclement weather ceremonies move indoors with guest seating at tables. We monitor forecasts and decide venue changes up to 30 minutes before ceremonies.
Do you offer catering services?
Yes, we provide in-house catering with customizable menus featuring New England comfort food, Asian-inspired dishes, carving stations, and late-night snack bars using fresh ingredients.
Are decoration rentals available?
We offer affordable rental options including table numbers, centerpieces, signage, and seasonal decor to simplify planning and reduce costs for couples.
What planning services do you provide?
Our full planning services include vendor recommendations, timeline creation, budget management, site visits, and day-of coordination with 6-8 weeks of pre-wedding consultations.
What is the guest capacity?
The venue accommodates up to 180 guests in the barn with minimum requirements of 75 guests for Friday/Sunday events and 100 guests for Saturday weddings.
