Wedding Testimonials
The Full Experience
Hear directly from couples who celebrated at Kingdom of the Hawk. From vineyard ceremonies to unforgettable receptions, their words bring each wedding to life. Discover what makes our North Stonington estate such a meaningful place to begin forever.
"Kingdom of the Hawk is not only a beautiful, family-owned and operated venue—they truly make you feel like part of their family. From our very first tour, my now-husband and I knew we had found something special for our wedding. It wasn’t just the incredible wine, the stunning modern and timeless aesthetic, or the amazing views of the rolling hills—it was the people.
Merrily, Eryn, and Mike made us feel genuinely celebrated, and we’ll never forget the warmth and excitement they brought to our big day. They were just as thrilled as we were and made every interaction feel personal and meaningful.
Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the venue—peaceful and picturesque on the outside, breathtaking on the inside. Even with over 100 guests, it still felt intimate and full of charm.
Throughout the entire planning process, the team was incredibly responsive and helpful, always quick to answer questions and offer support. Their trust and enthusiasm for their preferred vendors gave us so much peace of mind and made everything run smoothly. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect place—or better people—to celebrate our wedding."
— Jocelyn & Matt Nilson
“Merrily and Kingdom Staff,
Thank you so much for letting Kingdom of the Hawk be our dream Wedding Venue. The space is beautiful, the wine is great and the staff is lovely. We appreciate all that you did for us and our Big Day. Thank you.
We hope to see you soon at the Vineyard for some wine and music!”
— Nikki & Eric Helm
“Having our wedding at The Kingdom of the Hawk (KOTH) was the best decision we ever made!
From the moment my husband and I first arrived at the vineyard to tour the grounds, we immediately knew this was where we wanted to get married.
From start to finish, Eryn, Merrily, and Mike were amazing to work with. Their communication was clear, and they were always quick to respond if we had any questions. They went above and beyond for us; every time we went to the vineyard before the wedding day, they made us feel so special and confident in our decision to choose their vineyard for our special day.
Our wedding day could not have gone smoother - Mike was there every step of the way and had the vineyard wedding ready in no time. The bridal suite is bright, spacious, and comfortable, perfect for getting ready the day of! The entirety of the grounds are stunning, and looked extra beautiful with all of the decor.
I received countless compliments about how beautiful the building and the views were all night long. KOTH is so special. It's run by amazing people, and I can't wait to return for future wine tastings and events.
— Kat & Jon Conti
Eryn, Mike, Merrily, & Michael,
Thank you all so much for providing the perfect venue for our wedding day! We fell in love with the property the first time we went for a tasting during one of your soft openings and never considered another spot for our big day! From our first meeting with Eryn until now the planning process was seamless; every detail was handled perfectly. We had a picture perfect day & KOTH was the most stunning backdrop. We can’t wait to share more photos when we get them.
Have a wonderful holiday season!
— Meghan & Josh
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