Weddings at Resthaven

Resthaven's private setting and unique attributes make it a perfect place to host weddings. Where else could you find manicured, level grounds with mature landscaping, a grand historic house with flowing, spacious rooms and a caterer's dream kitchen, the sounds of a babbling brook to provide a soothing backdrop, and most importantly, a private chapel tucked into the corner of the lawn, surrounded by woods and stone walls? The dearth of non-denominational chapels available in the Blackstone Valley make Resthaven even more of a hidden gem, as local Justices of the Peace have told me that they must refer their clients all the way to Sudbury to find another facility with all of these attributes. Indeed, when the Nathan C. Aldrich House and Resthaven Chapel were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2006, a member of the Massachusetts Historical Commission commented that they believed that this was the only chapel on private residential property in the state. So it comes as no surprise that owners of the property have often used the estate to host weddings throughout the years. I can't imagine a more idyllic spot, particularly for those who prefer a more intimate ceremony, to share such an important day with their closest loved ones.