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The Candlewood Inn

4.8(358)
Wedding Venue

About

Set on the shores of Connecticut's largest lake, Candlewood Inn offers a serene waterfront setting with sweeping lawns and panoramic lake views, ideal for intimate corporate events and receptions. The venue features an elegant ballroom with 8-foot-high windows, a stylish indoor cocktail area, and scenic outdoor terraces for mingling and networking.

The experienced team ensures seamless event execution with attentive service and in-house catering, allowing hosts to focus on their guests. For multi-day groups, the inn provides comfortable accommodations, blending lakeside luxury with professional hospitality in one distinctive destination.

Best for

  • Lakeside client dinners with panoramic views
  • Executive offsites in a refined waterfront setting
  • Cocktail receptions on scenic outdoor terraces

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Not sure which package fits? Tell us about your event and the venue will work with you to build the right experience from scratch.

What's typically included

  • Space & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Location
Romantic Waterfront Setting on Candlewood Lake
Set on the shores of Connecticut’s largest lake, the venue offers panoramic lake views and sweeping lawns that provide a natural, picturesque backdrop for events. The outdoor terraces allow guests to enjoy cocktails with scenic water views.
Event Spaces
Versatile Indoor and Outdoor Areas with Lake Views
The main ballroom features 8-foot-high picture windows framing lake vistas and seats up to 250 guests. Additional spaces include a stylish indoor cocktail area and bar, plus scenic waterfront terraces adaptable to both elegant and casual event
Culinary Experience
Highly Praised Food with Crowd-Pleasing Options
Guests consistently rave about the delicious food, with recommendations to upgrade to specialty bars like the mac & cheese and spud bars. The culinary offerings are a standout feature that guests remember long after the event.

At a glance

Rated 4.8 on Google · 358 reviews