{"id":13,"date":"2025-05-21T21:34:27","date_gmt":"2025-05-21T21:34:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/higherloveeventco.com\/?p=13"},"modified":"2025-05-23T22:32:22","modified_gmt":"2025-05-23T22:32:22","slug":"planning-a-dreamy-st-johns-wedding-at-the-historic-st-johns-inn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/higherloveeventco.com\/?p=13","title":{"rendered":"Planning a Dreamy St. Johns Wedding at the Historic St. Johns Inn"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Nestled in North Portland, St. Johns offers a blend of historic charm, natural beauty, and neighborhood magic that makes it one of the city\u2019s best-kept wedding secrets. From the iconic St. Johns Bridge to sweeping river views and quiet tree-lined streets, this pocket of Portland is full of character \u2014 and the perfect setting for couples dreaming of an intimate, personalized wedding day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the heart of it all is the St. Johns Inn<\/a><\/strong>: a historic, boutique-style venue that feels like a destination without ever leaving the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why St. Johns?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As a Portland-based wedding planner, I\u2019m a little biased \u2014 but there\u2019s something special about St. Johns. It has this timeless, lived-in feeling that pairs beautifully with modern celebrations. You\u2019ll find historic buildings, sweeping views of the Willamette River, and an incredibly supportive local community that takes pride in making moments memorable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For couples looking to skip the chaos of large ballrooms and focus on something more personal, it\u2019s a neighborhood that feels just right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Venue Spotlight: The St. Johns Inn<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of my favorite hidden gems is the St. Johns Inn<\/strong> \u2014 a lovingly restored 1910 mansion perched on a bluff above the river. Originally built by a lumber baron, the home retains its old Portland character while offering a cozy, flexible space for small weddings and elopements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s why I love it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n