The Reluctant Panther

All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $5,500

Guest capacity

Up to 65 seated guests

About this venue

Nestled in the picturesque town of Manchester, Vermont, The Reluctant Panther Inn & Restaurant offers a charming and intimate setting for your special day. Whether you envision a romantic garden wedding or a private elopement, our venue provides the perfect backdrop for your celebration.

Seated guest capacity

  • 1-65

Venue type

  • Hotels, Inns, Resorts
  • Restaurants, Breweries

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
39 West Rd, Manchester, VT 05254

Our event spaces

The Reluctant Panther

Celebrate Love, Vermont Style

For intimate elopements to weddings of up to 65 guests we can customize your day to create lasting memories. From rehearsal dinner to reception, or simply booking luxurious accommodations for you, family and friends — we’re more than ready to handle every aspect of your wedding needs. Superb service, elegant dining and unending attention to detail ensures the two of you can relax and enjoy one another in the first few days of your life together.

Guest capacity

Up to 65 Seated

Up to 120 Standing

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

The Reluctant Panther

Celebrate Love, Vermont Style

For intimate elopements to weddings of up to 65 guests we can customize your day to create lasting memories. From rehearsal dinner to reception, or simply booking luxurious accommodations for you, family and friends — we’re more than ready to handle every aspect of your wedding needs. Superb service, elegant dining and unending attention to detail ensures the two of you can relax and enjoy one another in the first few days of your life together.

Guest capacity

Up to 65 Seated

Up to 120 Standing

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Available services that can be provided by The Reluctant Panther

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • On-site accommodations
  • Pet friendly
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Accommodations

  • Bedroom suites
  • Honeymoon suite
  • Room blocks offered
  • Single king rooms

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

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1 review

  • BB

    Bailey B.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 28, 2026

    The Reluctant Panther is fabulous.

    We stayed here for our entire wedding weekend, and we had our rehearsal dinner and welcome party here as well. For starters, Morgan is amazing. She was so flexible, easy to work with, and so organized. She is so attuned to the finer details and was always available to answer any questions. She was reliable, and I could feel her genuine sense of excitement for us when she was helping us plan. Nothing felt stressful while planning with Morgan, and she made our experience amazing. The welcome party was so much fun, and they hit the nail on the head. The food was spectacular. Kudos to the Reluctant Panther chef, as everything was absolutely mouthwatering. From the passed hors d'oeuvres to the main meal, it was some of the best food I've ever had. The inn itself is so beautiful. Each room has its own sense of self and such striking character. You really feel like you're in a Vermont inn rather than a commercial hotel. The bathroom in every single room is ginormous, with so much space. And don't even get me started on the breakfast picnic baskets! My friends and I couldn't get over how cute they were. Such a special touch for them to be delivered to each room as well. We love it here and can't wait to visit in the future! I would highly recommend staying here or planning any event here.

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