- 170 Spring St, Boston, MA 02132, United States
- 617-312-1408
- catering@johnnyburkecatering.com
Commander’s Mansion | Watertown, Greater Boston Area A hidden gem just 9 miles from downtown Boston, Commander’s Mansion in Watertown offers a stately, historic venue for weddings and events. Set on seven manicured acres, this venue includes a grand tented outdoor space, elegant parlors, a full-service kitchen, and private suites. With a capacity of up to 200 guests and flexible weekday and weekend pricing, it’s the perfect country-in-the-city venue for celebrations, galas, and corporate retreats. Johnny Burke’s renowned catering in Boston pairs seamlessly with this romantic and refined estate.
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Elegant and historic, Commander’s Mansion blends vintage charm with versatile indoor and outdoor spaces. From its wraparound veranda to hardwood ballrooms and a brick-paved tented area, this “country-in-the-city” estate offers flexible layouts for refined celebrations and memorable gatherings.
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Exchange vows under the grape arbor, then celebrate beneath the elegant tent. With suites for wedding parties and lush grounds for photos, Commander’s Mansion is perfect for a timeless wedding day.
Host your gala in a sophisticated, historic setting. The estate’s elegant ambiance and full event infrastructure set the stage for meaningful fundraising and community engagement.
From strategic offsites to team-building events, enjoy exclusive access to indoor meeting rooms, breakout spaces, and peaceful grounds ideal for focus and relaxation.
Mark birthdays, anniversaries, or reunions with charm and grace. The ballroom, veranda, and tented courtyard provide the perfect flow for indoor-outdoor entertaining.
Rentals include exclusive access to the mansion’s indoor spaces, tented reception area (May–October), changing suites, tables, chairs, and 5 restrooms. A venue representative is present for coordination, and all spaces offer indoor Wi-Fi and ADA access.
Located minutes from downtown Boston and near Arsenal Yards, Commander’s Mansion offers on-site parking for up to 200 cars and ADA-compliant indoor and outdoor areas. Easily accessible by public transit or rideshare.
Contact UsRentals include 9 hours total: 3 hours setup, 5 hours event time, and 1 hour breakdown.
Stage-ready ballroom and tent power accommodate DJs, bands, or guest speakers.
Ample power available in tent for entertainment; indoor AV needs require coordination with licensed vendors.
Wi-Fi available throughout the mansion.
Outside catering is welcome with licensed professionals. A full-service kitchen is available on-site.
Tables and chairs are included for indoor use. Tent upgrades and décor coordination available.
Outside vendors permitted with prior coordination. Alcohol service must follow licensed guidelines (no shots or self-service).
440 Talcott Avenue, Watertown, MA 02472