We were invited to a party by dear friends and we were impressed…read more The buffet food was better than most restaurants with an incredible variety. The most important praise goes to the servers who made sure that there was no mess anywhere. They quietly took care of the little things, a dropped fork replacement, clearing used dishes, topping off water, etc. Those seem base line but happened swiftly without ever interrupting a conversation. Seems like well trained staff.

Always the best perfect service and attention…read more Tried the Lobster Risotto and exceeded all expections! Of course, the Clam Chowder was the best NE chowder. The Steak Frites looked so good but will have to wait for next time.

I saw a posting online about a turkey raffle here, and because others hadn't fit in with our…read moreschedule, we gave it a try. Because it's in the boonies of Westford (30 minutes from home and far from the hustle and bustle of the Market Basket area) we left early. Got there 20 minutes before noon, which was when the listing said the raffle started. A comedy of errors ensued...no idea where to go inside, tried a Members Only door to no avail, stood outside looking silly for awhile, and finally decided to enter the Hall door only to learn the raffle was actually at 1. Fortunately the beers were cheap and the members bar was open to us "outsiders" during the raffle. Looked like a good place to hang out/join if you're a local.

I called today to see if there was available to reserve a date for my daughters birthday. The…read moreperson that picked up was very rude and just hung. He said "No availability, sorry." This is very unprofessional.

I spent a few days at the Castle Manor Inn while helping my son move to Gloucester. All in all,…read moreI'd recommend it with a few caveats. The pluses. Front desk staff was extremely friendly and nice, added a lot to the experience. While not in the center of town, it was a pleasant walk and good location. Easy and plentiful parking, including for a big van. Room had an air conditioner unit that, while noisy, kept the room cool. The few caveats. I stayed at the motor lodge, did not realize from the pictures not the beautiful main building but something more out of the 60s that lacks curb appeal. They do not make the rooms during the stay (though happily provided additional towels). Overall a solid option with a good team.

Easy check in with a very friendly host. The room was clean quiet and comfortable. Who could ask…read morefor more? Well just sit back and relax on the deck. The sunset was lovely. The sunrise was spectacular.

GUEST REVIEW: Attended a wedding here on a Saturday in September…read more I assume most wedding parties have a similar setup consisting of: - Ceremony outside in the designated area with an artificial grass/turf to the right of the building. - Happy Hour/ Cocktail and Light Apps upstairs and to the left with deck access and some outside seating. - Reception Dinner & Dancing upstairs and to the right, also with deck access. As a guest, everything seemed great and to go well. They were well staffed and everyone was friendly and busy with their tasks and stations. They were timely with moving us between spaces and activities, and had everything set up and ready to go. The only real "waiting" was between HH and Reception which can take time, but there was light bites and drinks to keep guests occupied. For this wedding it was a beautiful day and the weather was pretty good. It was a little chilly outside and a non-complaint was that it was a little windy.. just something for brides to consider but that should be expected when choosing an outdoor venue, and one that is beach/water front! The outside ceremony area was nice. They have some fake grass down that helps with shoes, so ladies can wear heels without the "beach" concerns like sand and rocks. The musicians were set up to the left and it was a nice area with the bride/groom sides and aisle in between. It is "enclosed" along the back and side with a wall and pretty doorway - doors were closed and opened for the brides entrance. The microphone/speaker had some interference - unsure if that was quality, connection, or wind reasons - likely a mixture but it was more "cutting out" then static or ringing, etc. The building was nice and simply decorated. Downstairs had the restrooms and I think also the bridal suite. The stairs are to the left as you walk in and there is also an elevator. It did get a little crowded to get in after the reception as everyone is trying to get up stairs. The bathrooms were a little tight with only 2 stalls in the womens, but it was manageable. As mentioned, there are two rooms upstairs and the hallway area where the seating chart and wedding items (decor, envelope holder, sign in book, etc. - and later party favors) were placed. The HH room is a little smaller and had a long barstool seating table down the middle, a cute little corner with sofa and chairs, plus tables set up along the perimeter. There was also some seating on the deck which was nice for fresh air as it did get crowded, depending on the guest size. The bar was on the far end of the room. The reception room was larger in comparison and had sliding doors - those were kept closed during HH and then opened once it was time to transfer. The layout had the tables right as you entered, and then the dance floor and "stage" at the far end. There was a door or two to access the deck from the reception room on the left-window side at both ends. The only complaint I had with the setup is that there wasnt really a proper "aisle" or entry way for the bridal party to make their entrance - they had to weave through the space between tables... not a big deal though. We were seated in the middle - only one table between us and the stage but it was a little difficult to see the happenings on stage at times - but all in all, it was a nice space with enough room where it was needed. They had a bar only in the HH room, so you did have to go between the two rooms for bevs - outside of red and white wine, which was conveniently on every table. I did not see a water station which I think is one thing I would recommend they add... The staff was very good about getting the courses out and tables cleared to keep the night going... but almost too good during the after meal/party time... i understand wanting to have an easy or quick cleanup for the night end but for example, they started removing the wine and water carafes and glasses... and again, with no water station that I could see, when you went back to your table to drink your water or wine, and it was gone, it left you surprised and thirsty! The food was pretty good - we had option of a chicken, steak, and maybe pasta? dish. Everyone at our table got the meat... they were all cooked slightly different temp/doneness wise, so mine was a little more well done than I would have preferred - still tasty though.. lots of flavor and seasoning! They had the cake slices put out at a table up front so guests could help themselves... and they set up a coffee/tea station in HH room. All in all, I thought it was a nice venue. Well staffed and the staff were friendly and all where they needed to be doing what they needed to do! The space was decorated nicely (base) and I'm sure each bridal party has the ability to decorate to their style and liking. And it was a pretty decent size allowing for a good group of guests.

As a wedding guest, I'm going in with the assumption that all food was provided by The Oceanview…read more Our friends wanted to get married at The Oceanview, and they were so booked that the wedding ended up being a weekday event, beginning before sunset, when the sun was just drifting behind the trees. Talk about great timing for avoiding the possibility of any sunburns. This was just my second beach side wedding experience, so it is a very real risk. The wind was a silent participant, blowing the bride's veil as it wished, and then declining to blow when it would have been helpful. Nothing Oceanview could do about this. More of a warning to future brides with an eye to an outdoor wedding. The outdoor wedding ceremony space is covered in fake grass and faces the rocky beach. So it is safe for heels. But anyone planning a walk on the beach should be aware. Parking is along the beach side of the road as their across the street neighbor is a golf course that needs its own parking spots as well. Stairs lead to the lobby of The Oceanview, where a two stall ladies room resides. However, the indoor party space is all up on the second level, up a flight of stairs, where the cocktail hour was set up in a room to the left, down a couple of steps. The open bar at the end had printed drink menus which included mocktail options. The room also opened to an outdoor patio where smokers were welcomed with ashtrays. There was a boat of jumbo shrimp cocktail and shucked shellfish, and passed appetizers, of which the short rib quesadilla was my favorite. Later, doors opened to the space to the right, to expose a grand dining room. Everything looked nice. Indeed it is a pleasant setting for a wedding! Water and champagne toasts were already poured out, with one empty wine glass apiece for us to pour our choice of white or red. The champagne was a nice one. An assorted bread basket arrived warm with seasoned swirls of butter, followed shortly by the salad course. Which in our case was a tasty spinach salad with fresh sliced pear, goat cheese, dried cranberries and walnuts. My entree was short rib, served as two hearty slices of tender beef on a bed of pilaf, and 4 spears of asparagus. I later discovered an assortment of desserts displayed in the cocktail room along with self serve coffee and tea. Whole sliced cakes, along with mini cakes, cream puffs, cannoli, and cookies. The cake was tender, and perhaps was the same cake base as the wedding cake which was lastly served. Our drink glasses were cleared from the tables all too soon. It left me without water to drink when enjoying my slice of wedding cake that I retrieved from the corner under a screen with the wedded pair's names, and still dancing guests without a way to sooth their parched throats.

We had our wedding at Glen Magna and it was beyond our wildest dreams. The signature catereevent…read morecoordinator Paige was a dream to work with.

My review is not speaking on their service as a wedding host, but the land and farm overall. There…read moreis a pond and many animals and great vibes and views for going on a walk.

Claire and I got married in Groton at the Barn at Gibbet Hill on Sep 18th, 2026. We stayed at the…read moreGroton Inn, which is just down the road downhill from that venue. We have nothing but kind words for the folks running the Groton Inn. The Thursday night before, we had an amazing rehearsal dinner in the Keep's Conservatory - a perfectly elegant space that was perfectly sized for our wedding party and families to socialize and celebrate. My wife used their Fuller Lounge to get make up and hair done for her 9(!) bridesmaids and 3 mothers, and there was still plenty of space to relax for those waiting. The day after the ceremony and reception, we hosted our guests in the Prescott Room for a smaller brunch so people could see us one more time before traveling home or to other corners of New England for other adventures. All three spaces were beautiful, well-kept, and just right for the occasion. Special thanks to the Groton Inn for accommodating us with a wedding block of rooms, for being flexible with special requests (like keeping guest gift bags at the front desk), and for the beautiful rooms of course.

A beautiful boutique inn in the small town of Groton Massachusetts…read more The staff was warm and inviting, the room clean and well put together, and the facilities are gorgeous. You can't ask for a better place to stay in such a small town location. What a GEM of a location. To send this place into the orbit of perfection, They offered a continental breakfast, full of artisan delights and small local vendor treats!!!

The Inn was exceptional The staff was very friendly and…read moreaccommodating - Took care of any problem we had. The room was very spacious and included a fire place and a very big bathroom. They have a continental breakfast - We had some of the pastries made by a local bakery. THE BEST CHOCOLATE CROISSANTS WE HAVE EVERY HAD. Would come here just for the pastries !!!! Will be back !

Interesting place! Gorgeous grounds and beautifully kept. Very modern, with homey touch. Nice staff…read more- especially Kathleen at the front desk. Great coffee maker in the room! Nice continental breakfast, with good selection of coffees - including decaf - and fresh pastries, yogurt and cereal. One obvious glitch. The bathroom has a sliding door that is near impossible to close! Also, didn't make the bed - though maybe that was because we only stayed 2 nights. Overall, it gets a thumbs up!

The Pierce House was the perfect venue for our wedding (8/4/18). First of all, it's absolutely…read morestunning. The house itself is such a beautiful backdrop, and the surrounding gardens and rolling lawns add so much natural beauty. There really isn't a bad place for a picture here! The Pierce House is a very "DIY" venue, but that's what my fiance and I were looking for. I felt like they were very upfront from the beginning about what they would and would not provide - they made it clear that they would basically provide the space and we would provide everything else. This was perfect for us since we wanted freedom in choosing our vendors and didn't want a pre-packaged hotel deal. The only vendor you have to use is their tent rental company (Come Rain or Shine) for the outdoor tent and dance floor, but I found them to be very easy to work with. Nancy, the manager at Pierce House, was very responsive and helpful - we even showed up unannounced one weekend months before our wedding to show the venue to my parents, and Nancy welcomed us and gave us a full tour. Her assistant, Laura, also stepped in to help during the final walkthrough with our caterer. You will need to hire a separate wedding coordinator, but it's nice to have Nancy on hand to answer venue-related questions. Overall, we were very pleased with Pierce House, and our guests were definitely wowed by the house and gardens. It's a great spot!

We attended a wedding here. The grounds were beautiful and the building was clean and well kept…read more The atmosphere was very classy.