Chocorua Island Chapel (Church Island)

Ceremony

Squam Lakes Natural Science Center

Wedding Boat Shuttle

Fall

Our Wedding

Join us for a small, friends- and family-oriented gathering at: <a href="https://www.churchisland.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Church Island Chapel, Squam Lake</a>followed by a lunch reception at<a href="https://www.squamlakeinn.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Squam Lake Inn, Holderness, NH</a>

Details

Photos

Wedding Party

Church Island is an outdoor chapel, accessible by boat only. In addition to getting on and off a pontoon boat, you will be walking along a path with roots and pine needles. Low- or no-heeled shoes would be best. Be casual and dress for comfort!

Dress

You're getting married on an island? Yes! It is a beautiful sanctuary and a magical place.How will everyone get there?All guests should arrive by 10 a.m. at Squam Lake Science Center Lake Charters, 28 NH-113, Holderness, NH 03245. Charter boats will bring guests to and from the island.Do I need to be able to swim? No!Do I need a life preserver? Yes, if you are under 13 years old.You're really getting married outside in September? Yes!Dress appropriately. Dress to be comfortable. We do not expect formal wear. What happens if it is raining? We will notify everyone of an alternate indoor location nearby for the ceremony. Reception details stay the same.Do I need to stay overnight? No!But it's a beautiful time of year to be at Squam and in the foothills of the White Mountains, and it might be easier than traveling from a distance. So, why not?I can't come! That's A-OK, we completely understand. It's not our first rodeo!

Q + A

<a href="https://www.squamlakeinn.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Squam Lake Inn</a>Squam Lake Inn rooms have been blocked for our special event. Call the Inn direct to book.Other places to stay nearby:<a href="https://www.curryplacenh.com/rentals" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Curry Place</a><a href="https://www.innongoldenpond.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Inn on Golden Pond</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Boulders-At-Squam-61556164880326/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Boulders at Squam Lake</a><a href="https://www.cottageplaceonsquam.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cottage Place on Squam</a><a href="The Van Horne Estate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Van Horne Estate</a>Be sure to book early!

Karen & John

Karen & John

Where to Stay