Flag Hill Distillery & Winery Reviews

I could not have asked for a more perfect place or a perfect day. Nicole was such an amazing help, she made the entire process seamless and easy taking away many stresses! She helped cover all bases to make the day go perfect! Ryan was also amazing, she made day of go so smoothly and helped us with everything we needed making the day feel like a dream! The venue is so gorgeous, from the outside to the inside. It is such a perfect place to have your special day, I will absolutely be returning to enjoy some of their other services and I would recommend to anyone!

I highly recommend Flag Hill to any Bride-to-be looking for a wedding venue! Flag Hill is like the unicorn of all venues! They do it all! I was searching for a venue where the bridal party could stay and get ready at. Flag Hill not only offers that, but they make the entire planning process so smooth and seamless! They are so accommodating and truly ease the stress of planning a wedding. We received so many compliments from our guests on how organized our wedding day was. Along with many compliments on how great the food was! Which was another great feature took the stress of finding a food vendor off the to-do list! Thanks to Flag Hill and their amazing staff for making our special day perfect!

Flag Hill & their staff were absolutely fantastic throughout the whole process. We couldn't have asked for a better venue and better staff. Nicole and Ryan were absolutely fantastic and were always there to answer any questions and tackle any special requests we had. Nicole was extremely responsive and thorough, and Ryan made sure everything ran super smooth on the wedding day. The food & drinks were delicious, and all the guests kept on complimenting how truly gorgeous the venue is. Truly cannot recommend this venue enough!

My husband and I can not speak highly enough of Flag Hill and their entire wedding staff! Right from the beginning, Nicole was there to help us. She guided us in some directions but was also totally open to all the unique ideas we had. She answered all my questions and I never felt like I was a bother. The day of team put everything together SO perfectly. Everyone commented on how beautiful the vineyard was, how well put together the ceremony/reception space was and how professional and kind all the staff were! The food was also delicious and everything came out nice and hot! I could go on and on about all the good things I have to say! We truly can not recommend this venue enough! You will not be disappointed!!

My wedding on 11/5/22 at Flag Hill was absolutely perfect. Christa, Candance, and the rest of the team go the extra mile to make sure everything goes smoothly. My ceremony outdoors overlooking the vineyard was amazing and gave such great photo opportunities. The Post and Beam room was perfect for my ~60 guest wedding and is so beautiful at nighttime. It honestly does not need a lot of decor. And the food....omg. No matter your budget, they provide such delicious options. Everyone loved the food and wine (shout out to the whiskey BBQ meatballs and pastry bar that got tons of compliments). If you are looking for an outdoor venue in NH with great food/wine and the best coordinators, Flag Hill should be at the top of your list.

When we got engaged we knew we wanted to get married at a vineyard, we contacted the few in NH but they didn't fit our budget or we didn't really loved the way they looked or the vibe, until we found Flag Hill! From our first meeting when we heard that in September the vines would be in full bloom, to the ceremony area overlooking the vineyard, to the amazing menu, we new this was our wedding venue. We were unsure of a tented reception area at first, but they did an amazing job decorating and we opted for drapery on the ceiling as well which was beautiful, and having the open sides to allow cool air in was perfect for dancing. The backdrop on the dance floor is super pretty and perfect for photos as well. One of the best things they did was our menu! We were having a smaller wedding and we knew there was just no way we could meet the food minimum requirement realistically, but Christa and the chef worked together and gave us amazing food upgrades to help us get there! We loved the food and so did our guests. The day of we had 2 coordinators that were super helpful and on top of everything. Christa, was amazing to work with and was always there whenever I emailed her with questions. We also added on fireworks which our guests loved, especially because we kept it a secret! At one of their wedding showcases we won the lawn package which was super cool and included a fire, lawn games, and uplighting, the fire in particular was a hit! Hands down the best winery to get married at in NH I would absolutely recommend Flag Hill to anyone getting married.

My Husband and I would not change ONE thing about our wedding day and it’s all because of Christa and the Flag Hill banquet team! Christa and the team’s attentiveness was top notch and their attention to detail throughout the day/night did not go unnoticed! From day one of planning, we truly enjoyed the entire process leading up to our big day!

It made us SO happy to see all of our guests having a blast and enjoying every aspect of of our wedding from the beautiful grounds, amazing food, drinks, dance floor, s’mores fire pit, cigar lounge, lawn games, etc! Everyone was truly impressed, so THANK YOU!!

The food/drinks were delicious and overall service was outstanding. Everyone raved about the signature cocktails, appetizers and late night bites!

I truly can’t say enough positive things about Flag Hill. I would recommend this venue to any couple looking for a unique, hidden gem in New Hampshire with an amazing staff to top it off!

Flag Hill really knows how to run a wedding! My now husband and I decided in March 2022 to get married in September 2022 - and Flag Hill just so happened to have an opening on a Saturday in September.

With such a short planning timeline, I was looking for a venue that would take care of as much as possible to ease the burden, so I was delighted that Flag Hill handled food, alcohol, linens, and setting up/breaking down decorations.

From the moment we first reached out, working with the Flag Hill team was such a breeze. Christa was our coordinator and she was super friendly and responsive the entire 6 months. She remembered little details and made us feel like the only couple she was dealing with, even though Flag Hill was busy every weekend!

I felt like I never had to lift a finger, and I was never concerned about any issues. We ran through visions for decor the day before and Christa and the team set up everything beautifully. The weather was perfect for the wedding day, though I loved that Flag Hill had good backup options for rain.

We’ve gotten so many complements from guests on how beautiful the ceremony space and vineyards were, and how fun the wedding was (we did the package with lawn games and fire boulder and hired a live band as well!). Everyone also mentioned how much they enjoyed the food; we did the backyard BBQ package and the brisket and mac and cheese were highlights.

We booked the Villas next door for 2 nights and had an absolute blast staying there. Not only is it incredibly convenient to be right next to the venue, but hanging around the fire pits at night with close friends and family made everything extra special. We also hosted our own casual breakfast buffet in the lobby area which was a big hit. I would highly recommend booking the Villas if you can!

Flag Hill is a great venue and we highly recommend it. We will be back in the future for tastings (their rose and sparkling cayuga are delicious)!

Photos by Anna Ivanova Photo and Film

Flag Hill as a venue sells itself with a stunning vineyard backdrop for your ceremony and reception. But what really makes Flag Hill stand out is their Wedding/Events team and the food!

The team: Christa is the best hype woman anyone could ever ask for. If you have an idea, Christa is there cheering you on and helping you turn that idea into something even better than what you could have imagined. If you're feeling overwhelmed by family or friends opinions on what you should do, Christa is there to calm you down and remind you that you are planning the wedding of YOUR dreams. Christa is also the kind of person that you meet and after 5 minutes you feel like you've been friends your whole life. Christie and Candace, our day of coordinators, were equally as amazing. As soon as we arrived at Flag Hill for our rehearsal, they were there to help unload the cars filled with decor, go over every single detail to make sure the decor and the ceremony flow are exactly as we had envisioned. They also made sure that they took care of our wedding party - making sure that drink orders were taken and served as soon as the ceremony was over, apps are reserved specifically for the wedding party during cocktail hour and making sure we had everything we needed throughout the night. Because of this amazing team, we didn't need to worry about one thing on our wedding day.

The food: Flag Hill offers multiple menus, a few of which are non-traditional wedding menus. We decided to go with BRUNCH for dinner and we'd choose to do it again a million times over. We loved that this was something that we have never seen at a wedding before and who doesn't love brunch! The Flag Hill team even helped us with adjusting the menu to include some items off of another menu so we got to have everything that we loved!

From the first email sent to schedule a tour of the venue up until our wedding day the service we received was impeccable. We appreciated that they have prepared a list of their favorite vendors, vendors who have glowing reviews from past Flag Hill couples, which saved us so much time researching. If you're still reading this, I hope you've heard enough to book yourself a tour of this amazing venue, you will not regret it!

We came across this venue and fell in love not only with the location and food, but also the people who work there. From our very first interaction through our wedding day we felt the easy going vibe and everyone knows exactly how to help everything run smoothly. Event manager Christa is AMAZING - she will answer all of your questions. This venue has day of coordinators included in the price and they are also AMAZING. They will make sure you are calm, have food, drinks, and everything you need. Truly the best venue (and we toured and saw many). Highly highly recommend to have a smooth day where you can focus on marrying your favorite person.

We cannot praise Christa & the Flag Hill team enough - Stop your venue search right now if you want guests to still be talking about how gorgeous and fun your wedding was weeks later. Aside from the obviously stunning hidden gem venue (a beautiful tent in a private vineyard) Christa and team are an absolute dream to work with. Vibes are immaculate - They are professional, reliable, responsive, and organized, yet handle everything with a manner of poise and hospitality which truly takes the stress out of wedding planning. They have a way of making you feel like you’re the only wedding they work on - from the planning process, down through the day-of. They knew exactly how to execute our vision - from the gorgeous decoration and satellite bar setup, to the day-of flow (including their time management and direction so everyone knew where they needed to be and when). One thing that sets them apart is they are experienced professionals in the wedding business - even when something went off-book on the Big Day (because it will! who doesn’t have the perpetually late cousins, or the crazy aunt who decides to go rogue and use the bathroom right as the wedding procession begins…) Christa and team had all-hands on deck addressing any unexpected side situations that were out of our control, so we didn’t need to worry about a thing. Flag Hill’s priority was allowing us to relax and be in the moment enjoying our special day.

Also worth noting our entire wedding party had unsolicited rave reviews about Christa & team – Christ was "The MVP". From the ease and direction during the rehearsal, to helping us with everything we needed on the wedding day - including ensuring the bridal suite was stocked with fresh champagne and that our entire party's drink orders and bites were waiting for us all immediately following the ceremony. Christa truly gave us the VIP treatment as a bridal party. Many folks in our party even said it was the most enjoyable wedding they’ve been in simply because Christa and team were so awesome.

We couldn't have asked for a smoother day from start to finish. We had the time of our lives as did all of our family and friends. So thrilled with our decision to work with Flag Hill!!

There are not enough words to describe how amazing our experience with Flag Hill was. We originally had booked another venue and after months of little to no communication, we decided to move on. THANK GOODNESS we did! Christa, Maddy, and Candace are one well-oiled machine of a team! I was scared to switch venues but the minute I met with them I knew it was a great decision. Prior to the wedding they had everything very organized on their online portal, answered all my questions, and made sure we had everything we needed.

The day before the wedding they walked us through everything, check-in with us to make sure they knew exactly how we wanted things set up, and made us feel extremely comfortable and confident our wedding would go off without a hitch.

Day of the wedding they were on top of everything! Things I didn't even think of, they took care of. Everything was set up perfectly. They made the day seamless, always knowing where to be and when. They helped us through every step of the way while also staying out of the way. I was warned multiple times that something always goes wrong at a wedding and to be prepared but that is not true when you're at flag hill. The team there is ready for everything and we did not run into a single problem all day, it was perfect!
I can not recommend Flag Hill enough and I am so happy to be able to return there for wine tastings and chef dinners and always remember what a special place it holds in my heart.

Christa is a magical wedding coordinating wizard and though the food is delicious and the venue is absolutely beautiful, I do not think our day or our experience at Flag Hill would have been as easy or enjoyable without her. She really makes the day special. She keeps the energy of the process cool, calm, and collected but knows how to h u s t l e. She's very flexible, prompt, and offers accommodating solutions and compromises. She picks up on details that you didn't even know were important. She snuck behind me during dinner to pin up my falling out hair-do. She whipped out a sewing kit and stitched my mothers ripped dress during the reception. She never once made me feel rushed or pressured in my decision making, just supported and at-ease. All through the planning process I felt like I had a friend who was helping me plan a wedding and that was so important and special to me.
The food was delicious and the staff always made sure my husband and I had food on our plates--a portion from every course--and drinks in our hand. We had great feedback from our guests about the meal, appetizers, and desserts. If I had one thing to "complain" about it would be that we were under the impression the staff would make us a couple to-go boxes with some leftovers but we didn't get that. I would've like to enjoy some of that food at home with more time to focus on it.
There is also no AC or option for airflow in the bridal sweet. So if it's a warm day, bring a fan!! We opened the outside door but it was very warm and a little uncomfortable.
We experienced rain/sun/rain/sun on our wedding day and the staff was quick to make adaptations for weather.
All in all, if I had to redo the process, I would pick Flag Hill again. I wouldn't change a thing!

Words truly cannot describe our amazing experience with Flaghill. Our wedding was postponed and eventually moved states due to the pandemic, but Christa and team made the choice easy to have our special day at Flaghill. From the second we had our consult right down to every single detail day of Christa, Maddie and Sarah made our wedding a dream come true. We had the most perfect day at the most perfect spot. Every accommodation was met with grace and speediness, every question answered, every detail sorted out for us. I truly cannot imagine getting married anywhere is. It was a dream come true.

We just had our dream wedding at Flag Hill on 8/7/2021. We received a personal recommendation to check out Flag Hill from a co-worker of my husband. We were looking for a place with non traditional wedding food (BBQ) with an outdoor ceremony option and a tented reception. We are people who like to have a good time, and really wanted our wedding to be a huge fun outdoor celebration and Flag Hill gave us everything we could have ever wanted and SO MUCH MORE.

Christa, Maddie, and the whole Flag Hill crew run like a well oiled machine. They are exactly the people you want by your side through the planning process and on your wedding day. From the moment we met Christa, we felt like family. You can tell right away that they love what they do, and it showed from the first email to the thank you hugs at the end of our wedding night. Every email was responded to in a timely manner, every question we had was immediately met with an answer, and every “what do I do” with a seamless solution. Christa and Maddie even reached out a few times to check in. The planning part was made so simple all the information and checklists they provide you with. You know right away what you have to do and the timeline you have to do it. The communication with all of our vendors was easy because of the information Flag Hill provided us with for them from the beginning. We felt as though they were extremely fairly priced compared to other venues we looked at, and dare I say affordable. We never once worried about going over our budget and were able to include add ons like lawn games, a fire-pit, late night pretzels and beer cheese, the STUNNING new tent draping package, and the real MVP of our wedding… the surprise fireworks display! Rehearsal day was seamless, everyone knew exactly what to do, and they even took the wedding party’s drink order at rehearsal and had our drinks ready for us right after the ceremony! I gave Maddie full control of boxes of decorations and signs, and where to place them and everything was displayed perfectly.

Our wedding day was beyond what we could have imagined. The venue was stunning all decorated. They have a large get ready room and private bathroom for your wedding party to use freely which was a huge help day of. The room comes stocked with a basket of everything you never thought you would need which was a lifesaver multiple times. The BBQ food was the talk of the night (until the fireworks) and the drinks were killer. The endless list of flag hill wine options, great variety of beers on tap, and our 2 signature drinks one made with Flag Hill’s own gin(our fave) and the second a spicy margarita recipe they came up with for us were all a hit. It was really awesome knowing we were supporting a local winery and distillery at the same time. Not once did we have to worry about where we had to be, or what was going on. Christa and Maddie have a way of running the entire production while making it seem effortless. Because of them, we truly were able to be present and just enjoy it.

A lot of guests said it was the best wedding they had ever been to. Maybe it was because everyone had been cooped up in the house because of Covid for over a year and a celebration was just what they needed. Maybe it was because of all the awesome add on options or because our DJ had everyone on the dance floor all night. We personally think it had a lot to do with Flag Hill, Christa and Maddie, and the love they have for what they do. A day that would have been perfect regardless, was better than our wildest dreams because of them.

We had our July wedding at Flag Hill under the tent and were in awe at how easy and fun our day was thanks to the beautiful grounds and awesome staff. Every one from the coordinators (Christa and Kelly) to the wait staff and bartenders did their best to make sure everybody was happy and having fun which allowed us to have a stress free day. We got a lot of bang for our budget and wouldn't have changed anything.

Flag Hill is the perfect venue for a couple who is looking for a rustic, relaxed, yet elegant, feel. We had the BBQ menu and many guests remarked that it was the best food they had ever had at a wedding. The outdoor tent and grassy area makes for the perfect spot to enjoy lawn games, cocktail hour, and an evening fire pit. I can't imagine a more perfect place to celebrate our special day. They are even dog-friendly! I would recommend Flag Hill to anyone looking to tie the knot in the NH Seacoast area.

WOW, WOW, WOW, where do I even begin. Flag Hill Distillery & Winery gave my husband and I our perfect dream wedding. Not only is the venue itself absolutely breathtakingly beautiful the wedding planners are top notch. If you are thinking of having your wedding here, DO IT! I was a COVID bride and before switching venues, planning had been an absolute nightmare. We switched our venue to Flag Hill less than 4 months before the big day and it was the BEST decision we could have made, I just wish we did it sooner :) I cannot say it enough how phenomenal Christa, Maddie and Sarah were to work with. They made planning a wedding in less than 4 months easy and enjoyable! These ladies are AMAZING and really take the time to get to know you individually and as a couple, they truly become part of your family.

Communication throughout the entire process was impeccable. They use an online portal system where you have access to everything pertaining to your wedding such as banquet orders, timelines, payment due dates and messages between you and the venue. It was awesome having everything in one spot.

Now onto the food, the food is outstanding at Flag Hill . Every single one of our guests raved at how it was the best food they have ever had at a wedding! You won’t go wrong with any of the appetizers or meal choices you choose for your big day.

Our wedding day went off without a hitch from start to finish. There is not a single negative thing I would say about this venue. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect wedding day and we owe it all to Flag Hill.

Long story short: Choose Flag Hill!!
We got married in August, 2020 - right in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic. No surprise, our original plans had to be canceled. We toured Flag Hill just 31 days before our wedding and were sold from the moment we sat down with their coordinator, Christa. Christa had a great attitude: optimistic yet realistic. She took all of our covid concerns to heart and added her own industry perspective. She was knowledgeable and creative. The month we spent planning with Flag Hill was easy and relatively stress-free. Christa made things clear, was generous with deadlines, and supported us all the way through. The day of our wedding was gorgeous! Christa and Maddie ran everything perfectly; we didn't worry about a thing. Honestly, I didn't think about our original venue once throughout our entire day at Flag Hill. That's how wonderful the staff and the location are. I'm gonna say it again: choose Flag Hill!

Where do I even begin…Flag Hill is the absolute perfect wedding venue! From the beautiful vineyard, the delicious food, great bar service and the absolute best wedding coordinator Christa! Andrew and I looked a few different venues and ultimately couldn’t get past all of the above but Christa is really the big reason we went with Flag Hill. She is just so personable, charismatic and welcoming every step of the way. Christa was always there when we needed her, set up meetings and kept us updated every step of the way. As a wedding coordinator myself it was important to find someone I trusted and I found so much more. Our wedding was absolutely perfect because of her. Our day of couldn’t have been any better. Our decorations were put out exactly as we imagined and everything was handled so well. Our timeline was followed to a T. At one point during pictures Christa was even following me with my drink to make sure I had something and always checking to make sure we ate. Just so caring! The food was by far superior to any place I had ever been. Hands down the best steak I have ever had in my life. Our guests are still talking about the food to this day! Maddie, thank you so much for all of your help day of as well. You were great to work with from making sure we ate dinner to packing all of our decorations up and getting our sparkler send off together! You and Brian have the most beautiful wedding venue and we will forever be grateful to you all! We highly recommended you all to any couple getting married! Christa, such a pleasure working with you, we love you!

We had our wedding at Flag Hill in October 2020 – and I cannot recommend them enough. Their ceremony space is stunning, their staff is warm and helpful, food was delicious, and everything was so well organized that I would recommend anybody thinking about it to get married there.
One reason I went with Flag Hill was because as somebody with an event planning background, I did not want to feel like I had to be the person with the clipboard on my own wedding day worrying about small details. So I knew going in to planning that I needed to hire a wedding planner. But, after talking with Flag Hill, I realized I didn’t have to. Christa, Maddie, and the team at Flag Hill were so organized and helped with so much planning, that I didn’t need an outside planner – I think they would have just got in the way. Christa helped with everything – planning out the day, finalizing the menu, setting the schedule, coordinating with the other vendors that were going to be there. Day of, everything went smoothly and Christa, Maddie, and the whole team Flag Hill team were there for anything we needed. Some people really like the idea of bringing in a bunch of different vendors and building their event from scratch – totally get that. But, Flag Hill handing so much (venue, food, alcohol, staffing) made wedding planning so enjoyable. I’m so glad that in the lead up to the day that I had less details to worry about.
I got married during COVID, our wedding went from 240 to 20 people (although we are hoping to have a big celebration with our original guest list at Flag Hill in the future). I sincerely hope that COVID is not something that others won’t have to deal with – BUT Flag Hill was so incredible through the whole replanning process. We had to change so much about our plans, with new contracts, and tons of uncertainty, but they were there to support their couples through everything. There were so many horror stories from couples in 2020 about being stuck with venues who wouldn’t work with them – our experience with Flag Hill couldn’t have been more different. Great place and people – would highly recommend.

Christa, Maddie, and their entire team are amazing to work with! If there was ever a team that was doing exactly what they are meant to do, it is them! Throughout our entire wedding planning experience and wedding day, they made us feel comfortable as well as made the process so easy and non-stressful. Christa and Maddie were extremely easy to get in contact with whenever we needed anything and went out of their way to check in with us. We got married during all of the COVID-19 restrictions and they kept us informed about everything that they could and could not do throughout the process as well as went above and beyond to make our guests feel safe and comfortable.

The venue itself is gorgeous, has a nice open flow and rustic look, and provides many places for amazing photos. You get married overlooking the vineyards rain or shine. One of the big things we were concerned with was the weather as we got married in October in New England and there were many venues that we saw where the backup location was not as good or required a room change over. At Flag Hill, their rain location was just as pretty as the non-rain location and you were still able to overlook the vineyards as you get married. It did rain on our wedding day, and the team was able to change over the venue in minutes and we still got an amazing view and photos both during and after the ceremony.

In addition to the view, set up, and amazing staff, Flag Hill also has amazing food and drinks. As a winery & distillery, their cocktails and drinks were on point! Their chef is fantastic and there was nothing that we ate that we did not like. We had been to a few weddings where the wedding food was, eh, or not that good due to the large quantities it was being produced in. That was not the case at Flag Hill! All of our guest raved about the food and drinks (fantastic and friendly bartending staff as well) throughout the entire night. The chef and team did a great job of serving everyone quickly and making sure that all the food was cooked perfectly! They were also able to accommodate all of the dietary restrictions our guests had. In general, they were very flexible with our requests.

We could not have envisioned a better place to get married!

My husband and I got married at Flag Hill on Sept 6,2020 and it was the most amazing experience!!!

We had changed venues 3 weeks prior to my wedding because our original venue was not able to hold our guest capacity due to COVID and when I say our coordinator Christa went above and beyond to make our experience seamless, stress free, and absolutely perfect that is an understatement. She was always available for questions and feedback and was extremely easy and fun to work with. She made sure we had our dream wedding and I am so glad we had our wedding at Flag Hill. Christa and her entire staff are amazing ! I would highly recommend Flag Hill for all events, especially weddings! The venue is absolutely breathtaking and our guests had a blast.

Our wedding at Flag Hill was perfect in October with the pandemic starting to pickup. We had 70+ guests in their large outdoor tented space. There was plenty of room to move around and keep proper distancing and no one felt uncomfortable. The tent was plenty heated even on a chilly October day, and the fire pit was a great touch for people that didn't want to dance. The venue looked great even with minimal decorations, and the staff was able to set everything up perfectly. The staff was so responsive and helped keep the event on track despite long photo sessions. Our bartenders were amazing and remembered most people's favorite drinks. Overall, Flag Hill greatly exceeded expectations and I wouldn't do anything different.