Pickering House and Barn-Lake Winnipesaukee


All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $5,000 for off-peak dates, and $25,000 for peak dates

Guest capacity

Up to 150 seated guests


About this venue

Welcome to Pickering House, New England’s nationally acclaimed, award-winning historic 10-room boutique hotel, located near the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. Here, unforgettable celebrations come to life in our event Barn venue, where historic charm meets modern comfort. Thoughtfully restored and designed for gatherings both intimate and grand, our property offers an inviting and elegant setting for weddings, celebrations, and special events. The versatility of our event spaces — Pickering House, The Barn, and Samuel Avery’s, located next to Pickering House — allows guests to curate an experience that is both seamless and exceptional. We welcome all inquiries and are delighted to work closely with our clients to create a truly memorable event.


Our event spaces

Pickering House

Pickering is designed for both intimate gatherings and large celebrations. Inviting and settings for weddings, celebrations, and special events.

The Barn at Pickering House accommodates up to 150 guests for seated events, seasonally, and offers a seamless balance of historic charm and contemporary comfort. The 40’ x 60’ open-concept space is anchored by a dramatic central staircase leading to open lofts above, creating an airy, light-filled setting ideal for unforgettable celebrations. Furnished with handcrafted farm tables, cross-back chairs, curated antique pieces, and a built-in bar, our spaces are the backdrop for your dream event.

Guest capacity

Up to 150 Seated

Up to 150 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Engagement party, After party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

Exclusive use of the ten-room Pickering House, reserved entirely for you and your guests (two-night minimum during Premium Season), offering an intimate and private estate experience. Your stay includes daily gourmet breakfast for all House guests.

Room cost

Pricing starts at $5000, seasonally.

Pickering House

Pickering is designed for both intimate gatherings and large celebrations. Inviting and settings for weddings, celebrations, and special events.

The Barn at Pickering House accommodates up to 150 guests for seated events, seasonally, and offers a seamless balance of historic charm and contemporary comfort. The 40’ x 60’ open-concept space is anchored by a dramatic central staircase leading to open lofts above, creating an airy, light-filled setting ideal for unforgettable celebrations. Furnished with handcrafted farm tables, cross-back chairs, curated antique pieces, and a built-in bar, our spaces are the backdrop for your dream event.

Guest capacity

Up to 150 Seated

Up to 150 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Engagement party, After party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

Exclusive use of the ten-room Pickering House, reserved entirely for you and your guests (two-night minimum during Premium Season), offering an intimate and private estate experience. Your stay includes daily gourmet breakfast for all House guests.

Room cost

Pricing starts at $5000, seasonally.


Available services that can be provided by Pickering House and Barn-Lake Winnipesaukee

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event rentals
  • On-site accommodations
  • Service staff
  • Wedding cake services
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting
  • Sound / AV
  • Standard Chairs

Accommodations

  • Bedroom suites
  • Luxury suites
  • Room blocks offered
  • Single king rooms
  • Single queen rooms
  • Twin bed rooms

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