Owls Nest Resort Wedding | Anna and Anthony

Real Weddings

May 7, 2026

An Owls Nest Resort Wedding in the White Mountains of New Hampshire

Some couples tour a dozen venues before finding the one. Anna and Anthony toured exactly one. From the moment they discovered Owls Nest Resort in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, they knew it was right. Their late summer wedding, photographed by Esra Y Photography, was a celebration of love, family, and the kind of joy that keeps everyone on the dance floor all night long.

A Love Story That Started at Work

Anna and Anthony met as coworkers in Boston. Friendship came first, and then something more followed naturally. During the pandemic, Anna moved in with Anthony and his family, bringing everyone closer together. That experience showed them both just how much they value family and showing up for the people they love. It set the tone for everything that came after.

When Anthony proposed, Anna had absolutely no idea it was coming. He chose their regular four-mile walking loop with their dog, Millie. Anna was in shorts and an oversized sweatshirt. Toward the end of the walk, Anthony got down on one knee. Moments later, his cousin and her husband appeared from the woods with champagne. It was perfectly them.

Why They Chose an Owls Nest Resort Wedding

Anna and Anthony spend most of their free weekends in the White Mountains, hiking, skiing, and camping. The region holds a special place in their lives. Since Anna’s family had never visited the area, they loved the idea of sharing it with everyone they care about in one unforgettable weekend.

Their first tour of Owls Nest came with an unexpected twist. Their car broke down in the parking lot. While waiting for a ride, they headed to the bar and ended up chatting with guests from a wedding happening that same weekend. Those guests raved about the experience. Then the wedding program manager covered their tab. After that, no other venues stood a chance.

Beyond the warm welcome, Owls Nest offered something important to Anna and Anthony: a full destination experience for their guests. With plenty to do on and off the property, friends and family could make a whole weekend of it.

Timeless, Elegant, and Completely Them

For their wedding aesthetic, Anna and Anthony leaned into timeless elegance with personal touches woven throughout. Shades of green felt just right for a late summer day in the White Mountains. Anthony styled a standout green suit for himself and his groomsmen, while Anna pulled together every detail to bring their shared vision to life.

The personal touches made all the difference. Cocktail napkins featured their dog Millie’s face. Fun signage added personality throughout the reception. And in place of a traditional wedding cake, Lighthouse Local provided donuts for dessert. True to them in every way.

Music, Dancing, and a Mission Accomplished

Music is a big deal in Anna and Anthony’s household. Their goal was simple: get every single guest on the dance floor. Thanks to the Silver Arrow Band and a carefully curated playlist, that mission was absolutely accomplished.

A Ceremony Full of Love and Meaning

The ceremony held the most emotion of the entire day. Anna and Anthony kept things lighthearted, yet they also wanted to honor the weight of the vows they were exchanging. There was also a bittersweet note, as they felt the absence of Anthony’s mom, who passed away a few years earlier. Even so, her presence was deeply felt throughout the day.

In fact, they chose to honor her in a deeply meaningful way. Anna’s engagement ring carries the diamond from Anthony’s mom’s ring. His wedding band incorporates the gold from her bands. Even though she could not be there in person, her love remains part of their marriage every single day.

Advice from Anna and Anthony

Their biggest piece of advice? Don’t overthink it, and throw the big party. Anna and Anthony nearly skipped the big wedding altogether. Looking back, they are so glad they didn’t. There is no other time in life when every person you love will be in one room together.

On the practical side, they suggest leaning on friends and family, tracking milestones in a spreadsheet, and ignoring social media pressure. Most importantly, add touches that reflect who you are as a couple. It will all come together.

Photographer: Esra Y Photography | Venue and Catering: Owls Nest Resort, NH | Florist: Magnolia and Vine Floral Design | Band: Silver Arrow Band | Cake and Dessert: Lighthouse Local | Hair and Makeup: Mel Gagnon Painted by Mel, Makeupjunkybyhilda | Invitations: Minted

Aerial view of Owl’s Nest Resort surrounded by green mountains, golf course fairways, and forested landscape in New Hampshire.
Wedding invitation suite with olive ribbon, greenery, rings, and RSVP card beside pearl drop earrings on textured surface.
Flat lay of wedding invitation, vow books, rings, and RSVP card styled with greenery and olive ribbon.
Pearl-strap bridal heels styled with greenery alongside wedding dress hanging by sunlit window.
Bride getting her dress fastened and putting on earrings in soft window light during morning wedding preparations.
Bride seated while a woman helps with her shoes and veil detail draped over her hair and gown.
Bride in simple wedding gown and floral veil standing by window with soft natural light.
Bride wearing floral veil and minimalist gown posing beside window during bridal portraits.
Groom accessories including tie, pocket square, cufflinks, tie bar, and gold watch styled on light surface.
Groom checking his watch and sitting in chair wearing green suit and tie during wedding day preparations.
Groom in a dark green suit sitting in a chair and adjusting his jacket during wedding day preparations.
Bride and groom smiling and reaching for each other during their first look with mountain views behind them.
Bride and groom reading private vows on a grassy overlook and walking together under trees holding hands.
Bride wiping a tear while the groom reads vows during an intimate first look overlooking forested mountains.
Close-up of the bride holding a white rose bouquet and a soft portrait of the couple embracing outdoors.
Close-up of groom’s boutonniere and tie with couple walking together through trees holding hands.
Bride and groom standing with their wedding party outdoors with mountain landscape in the background.
Bride and groom walking with bridesmaids and groomsmen across a grassy hill during wedding portraits.
Bride surrounded by bridesmaids in green dresses holding white bouquets during outdoor wedding portraits.
Groom walking with groomsmen in navy suits across a hill during wedding party portraits.
Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with white chairs and wooden arbor overlooking mountain views at Owl’s Nest Resort.
Bride walking down the aisle with family and smiling at the groom during an outdoor mountain ceremony.
Bride and groom holding hands beneath a wooden arbor during their outdoor wedding ceremony with mountains behind them.
Guests seated during an outdoor ceremony as the couple exchanges vows beneath a wooden floral arbor.
Wide view of bride and groom exchanging vows during a mountain-view ceremony surrounded by guests.
Bride and groom sharing their first kiss beneath a wooden arbor as guests celebrate during the ceremony.
Bride and groom share a celebratory dip and kiss while walking back up the aisle after their ceremony.
Bride laughing during the recessional and the couple walking together away from the ceremony site.
Cocktail hour drinks with lime garnishes served on a tray and a guest holding a drink beside a white bouquet.
Signature cocktails displayed beside a custom sign and a guest couple posing with mountain views in the background.
Guest holding a cocktail during outdoor cocktail hour and signature drink sign displayed at the bar.
Wedding guests mingling and enjoying drinks during outdoor cocktail hour with mountain views in the background.
Aerial view of the ceremony lawn and clubhouse during cocktail hour at Owl’s Nest Resort.
Golden hour aerial view of the ceremony setup and surrounding mountains at Owl’s Nest Resort.
Bride and groom kneeling on the grass with their dog during sunset portraits with mountains behind them.
Bride and groom embracing on a hillside during golden hour portraits overlooking forested mountains.
Bride and groom standing together on a grassy hill during sunset portraits with mountains in the distance.
Groom standing on a grassy hillside in a dark green suit during golden hour wedding portraits.
Bride and groom kissing during golden hour portraits with a flowing veil and mountain landscape behind them.
Bride standing in tall grass holding her bouquet as her long veil flows in the sunset light.
Groom lifting the bride in a grassy field during golden hour portraits with mountains in the background.
Bride and groom walking hand in hand through a field during sunset wedding portraits.
Aerial view of the couple standing on a hill surrounded by a golf course and mountain landscape at sunset.
Exterior of the reception building at Owl’s Nest Resort glowing in warm evening light.
Wedding welcome sign outside the reception entrance and a wide view of the wooden-beam reception space with tables set.
Long wooden reception tables set with glassware, candles, and greenery inside a bright reception hall.
Guest book and card table beside a dessert display with donuts and a small cake.
Small wedding cake with monogram topper beside delicate floral centerpieces on a reception table.
Bride and groom dancing together on the reception floor with a live band playing behind them.
Wedding guest giving a speech while the bride and groom laugh at their reception table.
A bride and groom toasting with champagne flutes at their sweetheart table, mountain sunset visible through the windows behind them.
A bride and groom cutting a white single-tier wedding cake surrounded by tiered donut displays at a rustic reception.
A sliced white-frosted chocolate wedding cake on a glass pedestal, flanked by donuts, with gold cake utensils in the foreground.
The bride in a white satin gown dancing with the groom in a navy suit, surrounded by cheering guests in a timber-framed venue.
The bride and groom celebrating with arms raised as guests cheer behind a sign reading "Introducing Mr & Mrs Colameta."
The bride dancing with hands raised alongside jubilant guests on a packed reception dance floor.
The bride laughing and dancing with guests holding drinks on a lively reception dance floor.
The bride singing into a microphone at the front of the live band stage, delighting guests behind her.
The bride in a white satin gown dancing with a crowd of energetic guests in a wood-beamed reception hall.
A candid reception table scene with donuts, a wedding program, an open silver clutch, and a cocktail napkin reading "Drinks on Millie."

Planning Your Own Owl’s Nest Resort Wedding?

Anna and Anthony’s story is proof that sometimes you just know. One tour, one broken-down car, and one very enthusiastic group of strangers at the bar — and Owls Nest Resort had them completely sold. With sweeping White Mountains views, world-class amenities, and the kind of warm hospitality that turns guests into fans, Owls Nest Resort is one of New Hampshire’s most beloved wedding destinations. If a White Mountains wedding is calling your name, Esra Y Photography captures it all beautifully.

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