Abby and Leander’s Castle Hill Inn wedding in Newport, RI, was everything you’d want in a late-summer celebration—warm, joyful, and effortlessly elegant. The perfect way to commemorate the final days of summer.
Castle Hill Inn Wedding in Late Summer
There’s something undeniably magical about a Castle Hill Inn wedding. Nestled on a peninsula on the Newport coast, this historic venue is one of our favorites to photograph. Classic New England charm, sweeping ocean views and a grand lawn overlooking Narragansett Bay set the stage for a beautiful day. After photographing Kelley & Otto’s Castle Hill Inn Wedding in May 2023 we were so excited to return this summer.
Coastal Wedding Design by Rafanelli Events
Working with Rafanelli Events to bring Abby and Leander’s wedding vision to life was an absolute privilege. The team was led by Abby’s uncle, Bryan Rafenelli. Best known for planning Naomi Biden’s White House wedding, the team went above and beyond to make their day beautiful. Every little detail was intentional and came together in a way that felt both luxurious and personal to A + L.
Abby & Leander’s Story
These two are the kind of people who make you feel right at home—easygoing, generous, and always laughing. Throughout their wedding, I felt like I got a real glimpse into who they are and how beloved they are by their friends and family.
From getting ready to first looks to the last song of the night, the energy of their day was overflowing with love. Capturing every little interaction on digital and film —between them, their families, and their guests—was a total joy.
Abby and Leander’s wedding was a perfect reflection of who they are—kind, generous, and surrounded by people who absolutely adore them. Documenting their love story was truly an honor, and I’m just so grateful to have been part of it.
Planning a Castle Hill Inn Wedding?
Let’s chat! Whether you’re dreaming of a coastal celebration in Newport, New England or beyond, I’d love to document your day exactly the way it felt. To chat about capturing your love, reach out through my contact form here. To browse through my recent photography work, chat up on my the blog here.
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