The Romantic Willowdale Estate Wedding of Eliza and Clarke 10-27-24

Located in the heart of Topsfield, Massachusetts, Willowdale Estate offers a level of charm and elegance that wedding dreams are made of. For Eliza and Clarke, it was the ideal place to celebrate a love story that is as classic as it is uniquely theirs. With the rich history and lush greenery of Willowdale Estate, their wedding was nothing short of magical.

From the first look between the couple in the estate’s garden courtyard to the joyful moments beneath the high timber ceilings of the reception hall, each and every detail showed the couple’s shared love for simple beauty, timeless style, and most of all, each other.

Eliza and Clarke’s Love Story

Eliza and Clarke’s story began many years before a romance was sparked. It is unconfirmed if they were in the same class, but they were in the same preschool. They also grew up in the same town and were in the same third grade class. In their junior and senior year of high school they became friends before dating their first year of college.

Their relationship grew and a proposal came. Clarke brought Eliza to the place where they shared their first kiss the day before their ninth anniversary. Eliza was taken by surprise by the proposal and overjoyed. Thus began the planning process of their wedding!

Willowdale Estate: History Meets Romance

Willowdale Estate is a turn-of-the-century mansion, beautifully restored and an ideal location for couples looking for romantic but down to earth venues. It is set within Bradley Palmer State Park, and the estate offers a serene location just north of Boston, Massachusetts. The architectural details add in a timeless backdrop to any wedding, while the team’s dedication to personalized service ensures that every couple’s story is important and honored on their big day.

For Eliza and Clarke, the estate’s natural beauty and architectural details were ideal. The couple describe themselves as adventurous, carefree, and charismatic – qualities the venue also seems to possess.

Details That Made It Their Own

Eliza and Clarke planned a dream, Jewish wedding with details near and dear to their hearts. Before the ceremony, the couple exchanged meaningful gifts and letters before the first look. They also had a first look with the father of the bride, mother of the bride, and bridesmaids. Before the ceremony the Ketubah, a sacred document that serves as the foundation of a Jewish marriage.

Guests enjoyed cocktails on the patio surrounded by gardens, followed by a dinner filled with laughter and heartfelt toasts, and the ever energetic and fun Horah where the newlyweds were lifted in their chairs and celebrated by their family and friends. The evening wrapped with dancing under the estate’s twinkling string lights, a perfect end to a day filled with love, intention, and joy.

A Venue That Captures the Heart

Willowdale Estate isn’t just a wedding venue, it’s a place where stories like Eliza and Clarke’s come to life. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, its mix of history, nature, and hospitality provides the perfect canvas for your story. To learn more about the venue, please see Willowdale Estate’s website.

A Note to the Couple

Eliza and Clarke,

To film your special day was an honor. From the moment we met over Zoom to discuss the details of your upcoming wedding and to the day we finally met in person to video your beautiful day, it was an honor to witness the joy. We hope that your wedding film will bring you back to those moments for years and years to come. We wish you a lifetime of adventure, laughter, love, and dancing together. Cheers to a beautiful journey ahead!

With gratitude,

Mike + The Team at Humblebee Wedding Films

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