The Candlewood Inn Reviews

We are happy we've decided to go with The Candlewood Inn as it is not only a beautiful venue but their staff was phenomenal. They made our day very special and we are forever grateful for their service!

This venue is an absolute dream. It was the second venue we saw and immediately fell in love. We couldn't have asked for a better spot to host our wedding.

We had a Sunday fall wedding and myself and the bridal party stayed at the venue all day getting ready. The bridal attendants were phenomenal, tending to our every need. Brook was my day of attendant and was absolutely amazing, she was able to anticipate my every need, was always checking in on me to make sure I was okay and wasn't overwhelmed. I felt so safe and at ease with her. Plus, she is a RIOT. We were cracking jokes all day and she even through on a wig and fake mustache during our ceremony (which made for an epic photo opp).

Krista the event manager is such a sweetheart. She was so easy to talk to and plan with and was a gem the day of, making sure everything was running smoothly. The day would have not been possible without her. She also came up to me throughout the night with photo opp ideas that I would have never thought of, and made sure my husband and I were taken care of.

All in all, I could rave about this venue and the staff forever. We definitely made the right choice booking here and highly recommend to everyone. The views are phenomenal, the building is gorgeous and the staff is 10/10.

we had attended three wedding as guests in the past and were very impressed. As the host this time, the whole staff went above and beyond. Exceeding our expectations and making it a magical day. Krista led the charge for the Candlewood team and She was a pleasure to work with. We had team of 18. Each was outstanding.
The venue was perfect. We highly recommend the venue and the team from Candlewood Inn

I had the privilege of attending my daughter's wedding at this beautiful venue, yesterday. Everything was fantastic. The professionalism of the entire staff was evident from the beginning of the day and continued throughout the entire wedding. The food seemed to be never ending and was delicious. The backdrop with the lake made for a beautiful wedding. I would like to thank everyone at the venue for making it such a memorable occasion.

You’ll like what you “C”
Care. Captivate. Communicate.

As a serial entrepreneur, I completely appreciate and focus on the complete client experience. Of course, at Candlewood Inn, the views are breathtaking but in addition to the majestic scenery, you’ll like what you “C”.

Every one from senior manager to server cares - they care about every detail. They captivate the spirit and vibe of each wedding with individualized service and creative solutions. And lastly, they communicate clearly and frequently so there are no surprises, just planned perfection.

Thank you!

We just got married at Candlewood Inn in May and I seriously can’t recommend them enough. Great location, beautiful cocktail hour area, beautiful outdoor area, plenty of parking, and a stunning view for photo opportunities. It was my dream venue for my perfect day. Outside of the amazing location, the wedding packages are phenomenal and what sold me on this venue. Christian and Krista were amazing and so helpful and attentive throughout this entire experience. I feel like every other day I was asking them questions and they had the answers back so quickly. Gina and the bridal attendants on the day of were equally as amazing. I didn’t have to get centerpieces, table cards, sweetheart table decorations, or table numbers as this was all included. They set up everything that I brought beautifully and broke it down and packed it into my car at the end of the night. I swear I didn’t have to lift a finger the entire day. The bridal attendants were always by me or my husband making sure that we had everything we needed – drinks, food, privacy, fixing my hair or veil for photos, holding things for me, you name it, they helped me do it. Additionally, the entire team at Candlewood worked seamlessly with all of our vendors before and on the day of the wedding. If something went wrong, I never found out about it! I swear, the day could not have gone any more perfect. If you are type A like me and want to make sure that you will have absolutely nothing to worry about on the day of your wedding… choose Candlewood Inn. You get so much more than you can ask for. I promise you will not regret it. I am telling everyone that will listen.

The Candlewood Inn was the absolute best wedding venue I could have asked for. First - the price. The amount that is included for the price makes the venue an option for ALL budget sizes. Second - the food; we can’t rave enough about how fantastic the food was, how much food there was, and how we were able to get exactly what we wanted, and what our guests wanted. Third, the spot is gorgeous by a beautiful lake while still being close enough to hotels and transportation and finally - the staff. Krista, our wedding planner held our hand and made sure that all of our details were taken care of. Gina made sure our food was delicious and food crew were operating wonderfully. And Delilah and Brook made the day - as the bridal assistants, they really set the tone for the day-of experience for the couple, and their thoughtfulness, patience, support, humor, and dedication ensured I had the most perfect day. My mom was so moved by their amazing work she wrote them personal thank you cards as well! Overall - go for it. Book this spot for your wedding and you won’t regret it for a minute.

My experience with CWI was above and beyond fantastic. Everyone was professional, and flexible; all my questions and concerns were answered by someone. The entire staff was extremely kind and generous and every detail is thought of. They will make sure that the day of goes as smoothly as possible!! My bridal attendants, Brooke and Delilah, were endlessly helpful and were there for us even when we were not looking.
Such an elegant, beautiful, stunning venue! The food is fantastic, the accommodations are endless, and the compliments received about the venue were heartwarming!
Search no more, CWI is a wonderful venue!

I can't even begin to express how pleased my husband and I were with our wedding experience at The Candlewood Inn. From our initial visit, to our final farewell on our wedding night, every aspect completely exceeded our expectations. Conor, Christian and the entire team were not only accommodating and on top of every single detail, but they truly made you feel like your wedding day was the most important thing to them and our happiness was their main priority. Every question or concern we had during the planning process was addressed quickly and thoroughly. There was always constant communication and I felt at ease through the many planning stages. There was also nothing that the team didn't have a plan for. The day of our wedding, a rainstorm decided to make its debut right before our outdoor ceremony. Before I could even dwell on the disappointment of this, the team jumped into action, pushing back the ceremony just a bit, tracking the storm, keeping our guests comfortable and ultimately making our outdoor experience a total success. The bridal attendants were nothing short of amazing, as well. They constantly made sure that I had what I needed, bringing me snacks, water, Advil, you name it! I can say I felt like an absolute princess that day! On top of it, my guests raved about this wedding experience as well. Multiple people told me they've never enjoyed the food at a wedding as much as they did here and that it was the most seamless wedding experience they had been to. Choosing The Candlewood Inn for our venue was the best decision ever. We are forever grateful to the staff for giving us such an amazing experience and memories that will last a lifetime!

The location bar none. The staff was so good!!! They catered to our every need as well as our guests. The food was very good from beginning to end! It was the perfect place to have my baby’s wedding!!!! Thank you to the entire group there! Special shout out to Gina who took care of me the entire day! Beautiful heart!!

I don't even know where to begin to review the Candlewood Inn because our wedding day celebration was absolutely perfect. The setting was beautiful and the food was delicious, but it was really the staff that made our event so special. From the moment we met with Conor two years ago, we felt like we were in the hands of people who truly cared about us and cared about making our wedding celebration magical. Christian and Kirsten were so responsive and helpful in the entire planning process, and of course, on the day of.

Speaking of the day of, our bridal attendants, Delilah and Gina, were incredible! They were so attentive and thoughtful and made the entire day (from our 10 am arrival to our 12:30 am departure) run seamlessly. They were one step ahead of us while we were getting ready, bringing us things we didn't know we needed until they brought them. They were there for me, my girls, Max, and his boys every moment and it did not go unnoticed.

I can not get over how easy it was to plan a wedding at the Candlewood Inn. From our drop-off appointment to loading up the car at the end of the night, everything ran like a well-oiled machine and made the wedding day itself go perfectly. I'm honestly so sad that the wedding is over and I just keep saying to Max, "why would anyone get married anywhere else??".

I know I glossed over the setting and the food in the beginning, but those aspects of the wedding were obviously also amazing. The lake and the gazebo are truly a beautiful backdrop to get married in front of, and the venue inside is equally as stunning.

The food was outstanding. Everybody LOVED the New England station and the gelato station, as well as their dinner. We've received a ton of compliments on how great all of the food was; many have said it's the best wedding food they've had.

So many of our guests have told us that our wedding was the best wedding they've ever attended, and I'd have to (with bias, of course), agree. It was a perfect event from start to finish. I highly highly recommend!!

Although our journey with Candlewood inn has just begun, i can not express the happiness ive experienced working with them thus far. The general manager, Conor is so warm and welcoming. the minute we met her we were welcomed with open arms. the facility is beautiful and the price makes everything so worth it.

So I had to reschedule my wedding maybe about 2-3 times during Covid. They helped me and didn’t cause any issue through the process. They helped me pick a new date and they were very helpful and courteous. My guests loved the weather and the sights. Honestly they spent a lot of time outside which was great! The view was awesome and the photos we got were amazing. My friends didn’t even want to leave when our time was up haha! Food was amazing and the service was helpful in making sure I was fed and had some extra in case of snacking! I would recommend, but be sure to schedule at least a year in advanced. They’re very popular!!

Our wedding could not have been more perfect. Let me start off by saying I have always wanted to get married at the Candlewood Inn since I was younger! My parents and I would pass by on the boat and I would point and say I am going to get married there one day! Sure enough we did and it absolutely exceeded my expectations!!! Being a COVID Bride and planning our 2020 wedding it was pretty heartbreaking when we heard we had to reschedule. The entire staff at the Candlewood Inn, especially Christian and Conor, made the transition and moving our date into 2021 much Less stressful. I know I must’ve called them 1 million times with a ton of questions but they always got back to me within the same day! when our wedding day finally came it couldn’t have been more perfect! Besides having a stunning location their food was absolutely incredible. We have had almost ever single guest come up to us and tell us it was THE BEST food they have ever had at a wedding. The day of staff and bridal attendants were so helpful and I couldn’t be more grateful for the reminders to make sure I ate my food (lol). I wish they day never had to end. Thank goodness for photos!!! Thank you Candlewood Inn for the most perfect wedding a bride could have asked for!

Candlewood inn was the perfect venue for a wedding. It is beautiful even on a rainy day. Christian and his staff were so helpful and organized throughout the whole process of planning my wedding. I was even able ti change my wedding day a year due to Covid without any financial penalty. The actual wedding couldn’t have gone any smoother. I had multiple guests come up to me saying how this wedding was the most organized they have ever seen. Bridal attendants assisted with our every need throughout the wedding. Would recommend this venue to anyone!

From the first time we saw it, the Candlewood Inn was the perfect venue for me and my wife. Everyone that worked there was incredibly informative, kind, understanding, communicative, and helpful, especially throughout the process of trying to plan a wedding during the pandemic. They consistently updated us on any potential changes or concerns (especially regarding the pandemic), answered all of our questions, accommodated special requests, and went above and beyond when providing for us both before and during our special day. Everyone that works there is incredibly kind, genuine, and supportive throughout the entire process (Thank you so much to Conor, Christian, and Kirsten!). When it rained on our wedding day, they moved everything inside seamlessly and made it look beautiful. The staff made sure that we had everything we needed and kept everything going smoothly throughout the entire day. They created the perfect atmosphere for our intimate wedding day without any problems, and they communicated with us throughout the entire process. And don’t get me started on the amazing food! Their menu options are outstanding and the food on our wedding day was delicious. A month later, friends of mine still ranted to me about wishing they could have the food again. When the event was over, they helped us move things out and shared such kind words and wishes to us as we began our marriage. I cannot speak highly enough of this venue and the people who dedicate themselves to making wedding days perfect and brides and grooms feel special.

We originally booked a July 2020 wedding at Candlewood, however due to COVID we needed to reschedule. We chose to reschedule to December and Conor was nothing but gracious and accommodating. As the months went on and COVID wasn’t going anywhere, we ultimately decided to have a much smaller wedding elsewhere. I was so sad to have to cancel our wedding at Candlewood because the venue is absolutely beautiful and the new renovations are stunning, and the food is amazing. Conor was, again, incredibly understanding and responsive to my many questions, and helped me every step of the way. I am sad we did not get married at Candlewood because it would’ve been an amazing experience, so I could not recommend this venue and staff more.

I cannot say enough about how wonderful all of the people at the Candlewood Inn were from start to finish. Our journey took so many twists due to Covid, and Conor was wonderfully supportive, thoughtful and helpful without fail. Once we actually got closer, Christian and team were helpful, excited and flexible as we worked together to plan the day. The day itself was perfect- not a detail overlooked or a flaw in the house. The renovated bridal suite was a wonderful surprise to add to the day and the perfect setting to sign the ketubah. The gazebo had beautiful florals and made for a fabulous setting for photos. The food was incredible and the cake exquisite. Choosing the Candlewood Inn for our wedding was the best decision we made and I could not be happier. The team there is really a special group of people.

The Candlewood Inn is amazing! This venue was our first choice and they did not disappoint at all! We worked with Conor who was always so responsive and supportive. Initially we planned to have a full wedding and reception, but then plans changed to an intimate ceremony only due to COVID. Conor was able to work with us to put together a small ceremony only package onsite for our original wedding date. The day of our wedding ceremony, Conor and Christian were proactively keeping an eye on details and timing to ensure seamless transitions. From arrival and set up, to walking down the aisle, and pictures they handled everything. Conor and Christian took the lead when needed, so we could enjoy and be in the moment. They took all extra precautions for COVID protocols to ensure our guests would feel welcomed and safe. We can’t wait to return to the Candlewood Inn next year for our reception and to enjoy the full Candlewood Inn experience!

I got married in November 2019 and our reception was at the Candlewood Inn and I can’t say enough at how amazing the event and the staff were. From the second we pulled in to the time we left, everyone was extremely professional and helpful to make this the best day ever. We had a large party close to 230 and a cold day so everyone was inside the whole time. They handled it with ease and kept everything moving despite the large demand. It was the best decision we made next to the “I do”!

We had our wedding at Candlewood Inn on September 27, 2019 and we could not be happier with the experience from start to finish. We knew we were at the right venue the minute we stepped out of the car for our initial meeting. The grounds are beautifully maintained and the waterfront setting is spectacular. Even on a cloudy or snowy day the setting is unmatched. We initially booked with Filmonea who explained all the details with us and was extremely pleasant to work with. Christian, the event coordinator, met with us after to help us choose table settings, wines for the table, etc. He communicated with us throughout the months leading up to our wedding. On the day of, he was present throughout the event to make sure everything ran smoothly. He checked in with us frequently and met our every need. He truly was a pleasure to work with from initial planning to the final event. Kirsten, the administrative coordinator, helped us tremendously in the final weeks leading up to our wedding. She was quick to answer any questions we had via email or phone. She also met with us the week of our wedding, so we could finalize exactly how we wanted to the room set up with our various decorative items. Christina and Sabrina were assigned as our personal attendants on the day of the wedding. To say they were excellent is an extreme understatement. Both helped to bustle both my and my mom’s dresses, they made sure my husband and I always had a drink (even before we finished the first!), and had appetizers waiting for us following our ceremony both on the lawn during pictures and in the wedding party suite. They both checked in with us regularly to be sure we had everything we needed. Mario was also ever present during our event. He helped guide us prior to the ceremony and made through everything ran smoothly throughout the night. It was a pleasure to work with him. Aside from the superb staff, the food was incredible. From appetizers to main dishes, everything was absolutely delicious. We continue to get compliments. My husband and I continue to talk about how seamless the night was. We did not have to worry about a thing as the entire Candlewood Inn staff took care of every detail. We couldn’t be more pleased with how our wedding went. It was a night to remember and we cannot thank the entire team at Candlewood Inn enough for their services.

I can’t say enough about Candlewood Inn. The sunset was absolutely gorgeous, the staff was incredible throughout the process, and the food was incredible. We’ve received so much feedback from our guests about how amazed they were with the views, the food and the ambiance of the venue. Christian (event planner) and his staff are extremely accommodating, helpful and knowledgeable. Thank you for such an amazing day!!

We searched extensively for a reception venue that would be not only beautiful, but top notch quality and service. We found all of that and more at the Candlewood Inn. Christian and the bridal attendants and assistants were amazing. They ensured we were fed throughout photos and the cocktail hour, refreshed with drinks and water, and even carried a small table around with us with food and drinks during the family photos. They were amazing with helping to carry my train, bustle the dress with my sisters and positioning the train for numerous photos. We felt 100% taken care of throughout the reception, as they were there to check on us and make sure we were fed and happy with our dinner.

The food was absolutely delicious. Our guests raved about the new england seafood station and shrimp cocktail station, the hors d'oeuvres, and main entrees. The cake was SO good, and beautifully presented, and the cookie/pastry trays were a perfect touch for after dinner!

We lucked out with a great weather, and everyone was loving the venue setting on the lake. This place is beautiful, and will be the perfect spot for anyone looking for a picturesque wedding. Thank you to Christian and all the staff! We strongly recommend the Candlewood Inn!!

I am from NY, so originally was unsure if we should go with a CT wedding but once my husband and I looked at this venue we instantly fell in love with it. FFW to the wedding day and they were always one step ahead with EVERYTHING! Christian was excellent to work with and so accommodating. Both our bridal attendants were beyond helpful, professional and friendly. The venue setting, the food, the service and everything in between exceeded our expectations. We received multiple compliments from guests that this was the best wedding they've ever been to!

Christian and all is staff were amazing! We never had to ask for anything that we needed because they were on top of everything! Everyone went above and beyond to make sure our wedding was special and unforgettable. They did a beautiful job!