The entire story of this farm is a love story. I met a Vermonter at a reunion in Massachusetts. He invited me to Vermont. I borrowed his car, had an adventure ( ie got lost), and discovered a run down old dairy farm. It was love at first sight. It took longer to fall for the Vermonter. We married and I secretly visited ‘my farm’. Twenty three years, two children and two countries later, we bought Des Marais Farm! We’ve worked hard to restore it, conserve it and preserve it. Our farm is now actively managed as an organic farm and wildlife sanctuary with an active Bobolink nesting program.

Earnings from wedding and event bookings on our farm go back into the important conservation done here. Not only do couples get a special location to host an event, you can feel great about where you money is going. This historic farm along Otter Creek has lovely views of the Green Mountains, a large beaver pond and our farm buildings. We have built beautiful gardens, fences, benches and viewscapes. In 2021 we will celebrate our 29 th year of a very happy marriage. We welcome being at the start of your long, happy beginnings as well.