Editor’s Letter

Hayley Bryant Photography “I want to get married by the lake.” “We love the Lakes Region. It’s our happy place and we want to get married there.” “I’ve always dreamed of a wedding by the lake.” These are often-heard sentiments of couples planning a Lakes Region wedding. The recent pandemic surely has not stopped that idea and indeed, the desire for lakeside weddings has only increased. At Lakes Region Bride, we know couples love the area and especially the lakes and mountains. This year, we decided to bring the lakes front-and-center and it was a joy to plan a wedding photo shoot as close to the water as possible (page 9). We also sought a Real Wedding Story that took place lakeside at the Margate on Winnipesaukee in Laconia (page 43). These beautiful photos show just how special the lake is and how it enhances a wedding. The area has so many great places, so we are also featuring weddings at some fabulous locations in the Lakes Region countryside. Each and every wedding is full of wonderful ideas to inspire. The good news is that Lakes Region wedding professionals offer so much creativity and expertise, you cannot go wrong with a celebration in the area. Read on and enjoy the lakes and the mountains and - of course - your wonderful Lakes Region wedding. Happy wedding planning,

Kathi Caldwell-Hopper Editor

Your Dream Realized

The Almagra Barn at Waukewan Golf Club, located in the heart of the Lakes Region, was an 1800’s operating farm, but now operates as a golf club and has everything you are looking for in a charming New England setting. The function facility is an elegant post and beam barn with a beautiful field stone fireplace, all of which is surrounded by beautiful mountain views and greenery.

The Almagra Barn is a perfect venue for wedding ceremonies and receptions, rehearsal dinners and all types of special occasion celebrations. The full-service bar area is rustic, yet elegant, and is just right for your country wedding.

Waukewan Golf Club

166 Waukewan Rd, Center Harbor, NH 03226 Contact Kathy Baker at khwaukewan@metrocast.net or 603-677-2513

Welcome - 5 Editor’s Letter - 6 Lakeside Wedding Love - 9 Trending - 15 Celestial Bridal Shower - 25 Cakes We Love - 30 A Beautiful Wedding Day - 35

Blissful Wedding - 39 Lake Love - 43 Wedding Day Wonderful - 47 Music for Your Wedding - 64 Photographers’ Favorites - 66 Advertiser Index - 72

photo courtesy JAS Weddings

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Kels Converse Photography

Kathi Caldwell-Hopper - Editor/Publisher Proofreading - Thomas Caldwell ABOUT THE COVER: A happy couple at Birch Hill Farm, Gilford, NH; bouquet & florals by Lakes Region Floral Studio. Hayley Bryant Photography

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YOUR FAIRYTALE BEGINS AT OUR HISTORIC MOUNTAINTOP ESTATE

Stunning views of Lake Winnipesaukee for your Ceremony, Cocktail Hour and Reception

Marina Zinovyeva Photography

vintage trolleys custom packages professional coordination

Rick Bouthiette Photography

Say “I do” in the oval garden of the historic Lucknow estate. Enjoy cocktail hour on the terrace overlooking the lake.

Eye Sugar Photography Rachel Buckley Weddings

Dine and dance with a view in our window-filled Winnipesaukee Room.

Celebrate under your own tented space in our sprawling meadow.

2019 & 2020 Best of the Lakes Region 2019, 2020 & 2021 Best of the Lakes Region GOLD winner for Best Wedding Venue! GOLD winner for Best Wedding Venue! Begin planning your special day

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“If you want the perfect wedding, have your wedding at Castle in the Clouds. You will not be disappointed.” - Brytani, The Knot