Katherine Kroll & Neil Coppinger

August 26, 2023

RSVP by June 10, 2023

Schedule

August 25, 2023

Welcome Drinks

7:00 pm

For those in town Friday, join us for drinks  overlooking the beach at Elwell Hall on Great Diamond Island, a short walk from the second ferry stop. 
Cocktail casual/smart casual attire.

Elwell Hall

August 26, 2023

Dock Jump

9:00 am

Take the plunge with Kate and Neil for an instant wake up! Optional for those on the island.

Great Diamond Island Ferry Stop, Great Diamond Island

August 26, 2023

Ceremony and Reception

3:30 pm-9:00 pm

Celebrate the marriage of Kate and Neil at 3:30 pm, followed by cocktail hour, dinner and dancing. The event is in eyesight of the third ferry stop.
Cocktail attire.

Diamond Cove Tent Site, Great Diamond Island

Getting to the Island

We will post contact information, hours for dining, and further detail in the coming weeks when made available.

Click here for the ferry schedule to the Cove

Great Diamond Island, Portland, ME, USA

About Great Diamond Island

Diamond Cove is an area of Great Diamond Island, which is only accessible by boat. Located a short distance off the coast of Portland, the island is serviced by a regular ferry schedule or water taxi. The ferry terminal and taxi harbor is a 15 minute drive from Portland International Jetport (PWM) and a little over 90 minutes from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). There is a non-stop bus that departs regularly from (BOS) with Concord Coach Lines. It is a short Uber ride from the bus station in Portland to get downtown. There is also a train. We will be coordinating rides for those coming from out of town. If you would like to be part of a carpool, please let us know. 

Parking

Parking is available in various lots in downtown Portland. The Ocean Gateway Lot at 2 Commercial St is right next to the ferry terminal, at $20/day. Another option is Angelo’s Acre located at the corner of Park Street and Commercial St at $5/day and a 20-minute walk from Casco Bay Lines.
Neil and Kate have frequently missed their ferry having failed to prepare for adequate time to find parking. Don't worry: another ferry is on its way, and you'll likely have time to grab a drink or a lobster roll while you wait. If you would rather be in more control of your destiny, you can call ahead for a water taxi.

Ferry

The Casco Bay Lines Ferry is the easiest way to get to Great Diamond Island. Plan on being on the boat for 20-30 minutes - it's a beautiful trip! You only need a ticket on your way out to Great Diamond- going back to Portland you are able to board any scheduled ferry.

There are two "Great Diamond Island" ferry stops, the second and third stop out from Portland respectively. If you are staying at the Inn or coming from Portland on Saturday for the wedding, you will get off at the third stop or the "Cove" stop. The Inn will have shuttles to take you and your luggage to your room. For the wedding, the ceremony site is a ~5 minute walk from the ferry.

If you are staying on the Island side in a rental house, you will get off at the second stop, and we will coordinate a golf cart to bring you to the airbnb. This stop is closer to the location of the Welcome Party. However, you can walk between the Cove and the Island stop in ~20 minutes.
https://www.cascobaylines.com/schedules/

Water Taxi

If you miss the ferry, you can take a water taxi which can carry 6 people and you can divide the cost of $65 between passengers. 
In Portland, they pick you up and drop you off at the public dock which is next to the Fire Boat and in front of Casco Bay Lines. On Great Diamond, they will drop you off and pick you up from either ferry dock. 
Since the ferry terminal and the water taxi pick up location are next to each other, the parking and driving directions are the same for both.
Fogg's Water Taxi and Charters (207.415.8493)
CBA Water Taxi (207.370.9044)

Housing

Stay with us on Island! The Inn at Diamond Cove

Visit Site

This is the only on-island hotel. The Inn is centrally located to the entire weekend's events. We have a small block of rooms reserved for family and the wedding party. Additional rooms may be available, please contact Crystal Ingerson <[email protected]> if you are interested in staying at the Inn.

Great Diamond Island Rentals

There are a select number of homes available for rent on the island with 2- or 3-night minimums and different numbers of bedrooms and capacities. Please inquire with Neil or Kate for options and booking instructions. 

Airbnb/VRBO - Portland

Visit site

There are many wonderful apartments and homes for rent in the greater Portland area that are a wonderful substitute for a hotel or rental on the island! Some great areas to look into are: West End, East End, and the Old Port.

Portland Hotels

Dining

Coordinating dining options on the island is helpful, as hours vary. If you're staying on the island on Friday and flying in from out of town, you are welcome to join the wedding party for rehearsal dinner. Please let Kate and Neil know. Dinner Saturday will also be served. For breakfast and lunch on Saturday for guests on GDI, the below are options. We also will have a number of snacks available.

Diamond's Edge Restaurant + Marina

Visit site

This was the first restaurant on the island. Offering lunch, dinner, bar bites and brunch on the weekends, you can either dine inside, on the covered deck, or on the lawn overlooking Diamond Cove. This is the best place to accommodate bigger parties. 

The Crown Jewel

Visit site

One of the island's two restaurants, the Crown Jewel serves small plates of elevated seafood classics in a fun, casual setting. Popular, so reservations are always a good idea in the summer!

Diamond's Edge Market

Visit site

Diamond Edge's Market has prepared foods, beer, wine, and a variety of salads and sandwiches available, as well as prepared picnic lunches and “grab and go” meals. 

The Lobby Bar + Café

Visit site

The Inn has a classic hotel bar and a cafe serving breakfast, snacks, sandwiches, salads, beverages, and more. You can dine inside or outside on their side patio

Portland Mainland

If you’re looking to explore Portland and check out the famous culinary scene, these are some of our favorites:
Luke’s Lobster
Duck Fat
Eventide Oyster Company
Flatbread Company
Rising Tide Brewery

RSVP by June 10th