Venue at the Ponderosa

Guest capacity

Up to 150 seated guests

About this venue

The Ponderosa is a family-owned property. Our packages offer a 3-day use of the outdoor property and a 1-day use of the Ranch on the day of your event. Make your wedding day into a getaway with your family and friends. Plenty of time and space to plan, decorate, and celebrate.

Seated guest capacity

2-150

Venue type

Farms, Barns, Ranches
Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

Covered Outdoor
Indoor
Outdoor

158 Governors Rd, Milton, NH 03851

Our event spaces

Venue at the Ponderosa

A Venue for Every Occasion

The Ponderosa is a picturesque New Hampshire farm venue offering stunning outdoor spaces for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. Our team provides personalized service and can arrange for tents, tables, and chairs. The Ranch, a nearby remodeled home, offers a bridal suite, a "get ready" room, and spacious rooms for smaller events. It can also accommodate overnight stays for up to 10 guests.

Guest capacity

Up to 149 Seated

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Outdoor Ceremomy & Reception area

The views are breathtaking and the surroundings are peaceful.

This outdoor space features beautiful views of fields, forestry, and mountain ridges. Nested off a long private drive, The Ponderosa embraces a "welcome home" vibe to your family and friends. The garden ceremony area is just steps from the Ranch where a bridal suite outfitted with a bridal bar and spacious rooms for your VIPs can prepare and relax on your special day. The Ranch provides 3 bedrooms for overnights and great space for rehearsal dinner and breakfast farewells.

Guest capacity

1-150 Seated

1-199 Standing

Square footage

4,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Vendor coordinator, manicured field, parking attendants, 20 hand-cut wood benches, trash receptacles, and removal.

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

The Ranch

Spacious and rustic elegant.

The Ranch provides a preparation and relaxation space before and after your event. It also provides 3 bedrooms including a bridal bar to prepare for your event or stay overnight with family and friends, sleeping 10 guests comfortably. Full kitchen and dining area available for buffet-style serving. The Great Room seats 40 guests at round or long tables. Outstanding views from every room. Great pluses for a weekend celebration.

Guest capacity

Up to 40 Seated

Up to 70 Standing

Ideal for

Elopement, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Dimmers in the Great Room and Dining Room. Outside deck, television, and plenty of room.

Room cost

$500/day, $600/overnight (3-day rental includes 1 day house rental)