19Planning Your Wedding at 19 Birch Lane

Birch Lane is an intimate greenhouse and botanical garden wedding venue in South Thomaston, Maine. We host a limited number of weddings each year for celebrations of up to 75 guests, offering couples a relaxed full-weekend experience surrounded by five acres of evolving gardens.

Below you'll find answers to frequently asked questions about wedding weekends, guest capacity, what's included, vendors, parking, pets, tours, booking, and celebrating your wedding at 19 Birch Lane.

A bride in a white wedding gown holding a bouquet stands outside a transparent greenhouse, talking to a groom in a dark suit, in a garden at sunset.
A bride and groom standing face-to-face holding hands at their wedding, in an outdoor setting with autumn trees and a small reflective pond in front of them.
A bride and groom sharing a kiss under a wooden pergola during their outdoor wedding at sunset.
A bride and groom kissing outdoors near a reflective water feature at sunset, with trees and a wooden pergola in the background, and a close-up inset of their hands showing wedding rings.
House address sign on brick pillar reading '19 Birch Lane' with greenery and flowering bushes in the background.
A garden with a greenhouse, trees, and wooden structures, with a rainbow in a partly cloudy sky.
A lush garden with a young tree, colorful flowers, rocks, a manicured lawn, and a wooden trellis structure, set against a background of tall evergreen trees under a partly cloudy sky.
A peaceful garden scene at sunrise with trees and plants, a wooden staircase, a white planter with flowers, and fog in the background.
A bride and groom seated at a wooden table during an outdoor wedding reception, with a woman giving a speech or toast next to them and a garden backdrop.
A wooden patio with a pergola, string lights, and pink flowering bushes outside a glass greenhouse.
A couple standing under an archway, smiling at each other during a wedding or romantic outdoor event, surrounded by green foliage.
A couple getting married outdoors by a water feature, with a dog present, surrounded by lush greenery.
A couple dressed in wedding attire smiling at each other among yellow flowers in a garden setting.
A bride and groom kiss during their wedding reception as guests gather around in a glass-walled venue at dusk.
A newlywed couple shares a kiss during their outdoor wedding ceremony, with guests seated on benches and a decorated arch surrounded by trees in the background.
A bride and groom stand close together during their wedding, gazing into each other's eyes. The groom is wearing a green plaid suit and the bride is in a white wedding dress with off-the-shoulder sleeves. They are indoors in front of a rustic, weathe
Bride and groom holding hands walking through a tunnel of friends and family with arms raised on a grassy outdoor area during a wedding celebration.
A bride and groom share a kiss on a rustic outdoor wooden deck, surrounded by green foliage, with a weathered metal structure and hanging light bulb above.
Young woman with brown hair, wearing a white lace dress, smelling pink flowers in a garden.
A bride and groom feeding each other cake at a wedding reception inside a decorated tent with string lights.
A woman with red hair wearing a green dress, holding a wine glass and a smartphone, speaking at an indoor event in a sunlit room with large windows and greenery outside.
A dessert table with various cookies, fruit tarts, and cupcakes, set in a sunlit greenhouse, decorated with pink flowers.
An outdoor dining table decorated with flowers and candles, set for a meal in a garden with lush green trees and plants in the background.
Indoor garden party or reception setup with long dining table, floral centerpieces, and place settings, in a glass greenhouse or sunroom with sunlight streaming in.
Indoor dining area with tables set for a meal, decorated with flower centerpieces, in a greenhouse-like space with glass walls and a view of a garden outside.
Indoor event space with glass walls and ceiling, decorated for a celebration or gathering. Two long tables are set with flowers, plates, glasses, and silverware, with sunlight streaming in and a view of greenery outside.
Stainless steel chafing dishes with lids arranged on a table inside a greenhouse or sunroom with glass walls and outdoor greenery visible through the glass.
A well-lit greenhouse with wooden accents, surrounded by landscaped garden, trees, and decorative stones, during dusk or evening.
Nighttime scene of a glass greenhouse or conservatory with colorful purple, green, and orange lighting, with people inside dining or socializing, set against a dark sky.
Nighttime illuminated garden with trees, shrubs, and pathways under a dark blue sky.
Nighttime view of a pergola with string lights in a garden setting, surrounded by trees and illuminated plants.
Night view of a garden with a greenhouse, colorful trees, and landscape lighting.
A cozy, well-lit glass house in a garden at night with trees and pathway lights in the background.
A warmly lit wooden house with a porch at night, surrounded by trees and garden, under a clear dark blue sky.
An outdoor dining setup featuring a long wooden table under a wooden pergola with black chairs around it, set with white plates, silverware, and floral centerpieces of white hydrangeas. The area is surrounded by greenery and gravel ground.
Outdoor dining setup with a long table, chairs, and a wooden framework, set in a grassy area with trees and a blue sky in the background.
A backyard patio with four chairs, three umbrellas, a green wall with a built-in fireplace, and lush green trees in the background under a clear blue sky.
A backyard garden patio with walking paths, garden beds, outdoor furniture, and umbrellas surrounded by lush trees and plants.
A garden with a greenhouse, a rectangular pool lined with purple lavender plants, and various trees and shrubs in the background under a clear blue sky.
A stone fountain with water flowing into a basin, surrounded by yellow potted chrysanthemums, set on gravel with lush greenery and trees in the background.
Seven women and one girl posing outdoors near a body of water, with some raising their arms, dressed in colorful dresses.
Bride and groom smiling and interacting under a wooden pergola surrounded by trees and greenery, with the bride holding a bouquet of colorful flowers, on their wedding day.
Menu for event venue with photos of outdoor tables and benches, listing furniture and glassware details.

Frequently Asked Questions About Weddings at 19 Birch Lane

Is 19 Birch Lane a greenhouse wedding venue in Maine?

Yes. 19 Birch Lane is an intimate greenhouse and garden wedding venue in South Thomaston, Maine, in the heart of Mid Coast Maine. Our vintage-style greenhouse is surrounded by evolving botanical gardens and provides a distinctive setting for wedding celebrations, photographs, cocktails, and gathering with guests.

Can we have our wedding ceremony inside the greenhouse?

The greenhouse is an important part of the wedding experience at 19 Birch Lane, while most ceremonies take place outdoors within the gardens. Couples can choose from beautiful garden settings, including our pergola overlooking the pond. The greenhouse provides an additional space to enjoy throughout the celebration.

How many wedding guests can 19 Birch Lane accommodate?

19 Birch Lane accommodates weddings of up to 75 guests. Our intimate capacity allows couples and their guests to comfortably enjoy the greenhouse, gardens, ceremony spaces, open-air pavilion, Garden Bar, and other areas throughout the property while maintaining the relaxed garden atmosphere that makes 19 Birch Lane distinctive.

What makes 19 Birch Lane different from other Maine wedding venues?

19 Birch Lane combines a greenhouse wedding experience with five acres of evolving botanical gardens in coastal Maine. Rather than operating as a large traditional event venue, we host a limited number of weddings each year so that we can give greater attention to the gardens, the property, and each celebration.

What is included in 19 Birch Lane’s weekend wedding package?

Our weekend wedding package includes exclusive access to 19 Birch Lane from Friday through Sunday, giving you time to prepare, celebrate, and enjoy the property without the pressure of a single-day rental. Your wedding experience includes access to the greenhouse, gardens, ceremony spaces, open-air pavilion, and Garden Bar, along with tables, cross-back chairs, ceremony benches, tableware, glassware, and other wedding inventory.

Where is 19 Birch Lane located?

19 Birch Lane is located in South Thomaston in Mid Coast Maine, near Rockland, Camden, and Maine’s Penobscot Bay region. The setting offers couples a private garden atmosphere while remaining convenient to many of Mid Coast Maine’s coastal communities, lodging options, restaurants, and attractions.

Can we tour the greenhouse and gardens before booking our wedding?

Yes. We encourage couples considering 19 Birch Lane to experience the property in person. A private tour gives you an opportunity to walk through the greenhouse, gardens, ceremony areas, pavilion, and other wedding spaces while imagining how your celebration could unfold throughout the property.

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Experience the charm of a botanical garden wedding in Maine as you explore our greenhouse venue at 19 Birch Lane. Designed for couples seeking a unique and intimate celebration, the space blends natural elegance with refined simplicity. Wander through the images and imagine your ceremony bathed in soft light, embraced by blooms, and set within one of Maine’s most distinctive wedding settings.

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