Private home / The hinterland, avon ct

Sam + Kait

Sam and Kait’s elopement story was the perfect reminder that weddings don’t have to follow just one timeline to be deeply meaningful. Just before Thanksgiving, these two brides gathered at a cozy Airbnb for an intimate elopement filled with laughter, quiet moments, and the most beautiful rainbow skies that felt like pure magic. The day was relaxed, emotional, and completely centered around connection, allowing them to celebrate their love in a way that felt personal, intentional, and true to who they are.
When summer arrived, they brought the celebration to life again with a joyful outdoor party  at The Hinterland in Avon CT that was equal parts playful and heartfelt. A bounce house, lawn games, a live painter capturing the energy in real time, and an ice cream truck created a vibrant, inclusive atmosphere where everyone could simply have fun and be present. Their two-part celebration showed that elopements can be intimate and expansive at the same time, blending quiet moments with big joyful energy, and creating a story that felt authentic from beginning to end.

holiday elopement + summer party with friends + family