Our History

Love that endures the test of time

The Victorian Belle Mansion

Where time stands still and graciousness is a way of life.

The historic Victorian Belle Mansion was built in 1885 as a gift from David Cole to his wife, Amanda. Constructed of lumber milled entirely on the property, the original building cost came to $8,000, a large sum in those days.

Cole was a ship captain who later owned a chain of local hardware and lumber stores. The house is said to be one of the first in Portland to have running hot and cold water, central heating, interior electricity, and a windmill-powered water pump.

The house now holds historical artifacts from the 19th and early 20th centuries: antique furniture, art, vintage photographs, lithographs, and much more.

Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, the mansion has much of its original interiors, along with numerous Povey stained glass windows

The Victorian Belle was a private home until the 1990’s, when it was converted into an event venue.

The Victorian Belle Mansion was featured in The Oregonian. This lovely piece perfectly illustrates the storied past of the Victorian Belle Mansion. From the article: "Historians believe the Cole House was the first Portland-area residence to have indoor electricity and hot-and-cold running water supplied by a windmill-powered water pump." Another first: Rooms were vented to a wood-burning stove to provide central heating. A voice-powered intercom, similar to tube systems found on ships, summoned servants.

The second floor hallway of the Victorian Belle Mansion

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The Venue

The beautiful Victorian Belle mansion and gardens will take your breath away.

The Food

In-house catering with uncompromising quality and attention to detail. 

So many beautiful moments from Kyle and Katelin’s August wedding!  Elegant photography courtesy of the wonderful @catalinajean  #pdxwedding #pnwwedding #pdxweddingvenue #portlandwedding #victorianwedding #victorianhouse #gardenpartywedding #gardenparty
Looking for a Wonderland-themed fully inclusive micro-wedding package for next Spring? Contact us for details!  Email us at hello@victorianbelle.com or fill out the contact form on our website at victorianbelle.com/contact/  We’re partnering with @littlebananabakery , @coy_and_co Curatorial Florals, DJ Dawn Grischow, and Officiant Charlsy Affuso to offer a stunning Tea Party themed wedding package on select dates in March of 2024.  #microweddingsinwonderland 
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With 2 1/2 acres of gardens, vintage gazebo, classy tent and a historic mansion at your disposal on wedding day, dining at the Victorian Belle can be open air or sheltered. We also offer a variety of in-house table décor options to customize your place settings.  Contact us at hello@victorianbelle.com or visit our website at victorianbelle.com/contact/ to request rental info.  #pdxwedding 
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If dramatic flowers, vintage furniture, and stained glass rainbows are your vibe, we have the venue for you!  Email us for rental info at hello@victorianbelle.com or visit our website: victorianbelle.com/contact/  Photography: @megangallagherphoto 
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One of Portland's best wedding venues, the Victorian Belle Mansion is a private 2.5-acre estate located just 10 minutes from downtown, and 20 minutes from Portland International Airport (PDX).