Host Your Portland Gathering At a Maine Island Event Venue

Stunning coastal beauty mixes with rare historic architecture; the tranquility of nature meets the life of the working waterfront; a spirit of adventure mingles with the comforts of home. Create memories with friends, family, or colleagues in an unforgettable place.

Keep reading for details & pricing information.

Venue Features

  • The Bastion.

    A beautiful space for cocktail hour or dinner by candlelight. The priceless framed views of the open water, the iconic Portland Headlight, and the perfect pastel sunset over Portland set this space apart from any other venue in Maine.

  • The Dock.

    Whether for dinner or dancing, our 1500 sq foot dock is a beautiful waterfront option for gathering with a view of Fort Gorges, Portland, and Falmouth Foreside.

  • The Community Tent.

    This 40’ diameter tent is a great place to get out of the hot sun or warm summer rain. This is where you go when you’re gathering to cook and eat a meal in our outdoor kitchen or simply want to pass your time playing cards and resting.

  • The Overlook Deck.

    On a clear day, you can see four famous Casco Bay lighthouses from this 500 sq ft deck. It’s a photogenic spot for anything from a micro wedding ceremony, to a casual dessert with your friends and family, to watching the sunset from a comfy Adirondack chair.

  • The Beaches.

    Whether you’re looking for a perfect picnic spot, a swim in the ocean, or a hunting ground for sea glass of all colors, each of our beaches has a different flavor of rest or adventure for everyone’s tastes.

  • The Sites.

    Our three well-appointed yurts and four tent cabins, with a total of seven queen beds and nine twins, sleep up to 23 people comfortably. We also offer additional pitch-your-own tent sites for island takeovers.

The Details

  • Pricing

    Our prices vary depending on the day of the week and scope of the event, starting from $3,000 for a non-overnight island takeover. To see the price for a specific date, click here. You may book directly for events hosting up to 50 people. Prices shown are for up to 23 people; fees apply for additional people. For events hosting 51 people or more, or to discuss hourly rental pricing for a shorter excursion to the island, please contact us.

  • Getting Here

    Your journey to House Island is seamless with Fortland's check-in and check-out boat services. For overnight takeovers, we provide a scenic boat ride for check-in and back to the mainland after check-out. Detailed parking and transport information will be provided via email before your stay, but you can check out our quick guide here. Boat times may be adjusted and rearranged to fit custom events in some cases.

  • The Accommodations

    We offer three well-appointed yurts and four tent cabins, boasting a total of seven queen beds and nine twins, comfortably sleeping up to 23 people. For those seeking a true Maine Island camping experience, we also offer up to ten additional pitch-your-own tent sites.

Tell us more.

Envisioning an Island Takeover of your own? Our team is here to help coordinate!

With a bit more information, we can provide additional details and begin planning the perfect event for your needs.