20 Picturesque Sleepy Beach Town Wedding Venues on the East Coast

On the hunt for a cozy coastal destination for your East Coast wedding? The Atlantic seaboard covers over 2,000 miles and stretches from Maine's rocky and romantic shoreline down to Florida's pristine white sand beaches and impossibly blue waters. While there are endless options of where you can tie the knot, our favorites spots come in the form of historic seaside villages and sweet little sleepy beach towns. So if you're after a calming atmosphere with an off-the-beaten-path kind of vibe for your big day, check out these picture-perfect beachfront wedding venues that are small on crowds but big on charm!



MAINE



Asticou Inn and Restaurant

Mount Desert, ME

Fab Features: charming inn overlooking the picturesque blue waters of Northeast Harbor • endless photo ops thanks to lush gardens, forested hills, sprawling meadows • customized packages include locally sourced chef-driven menus and a variety of quaint accommodations

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

Chebeague Island Inn

Chebeague Island, ME

Fab Features: beautifully restored 1880s inn located on Casco Bay • cocktails on the wrap-around porch followed by tented receptions on the grand lawn • indulge in a round of golf, a private boat charter, hike or bike the surrounding trails, or lounge on the nearby beach

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

ViewPoint Hotel

York Beach, ME

Fab Features: romantic ceremonies beneath the picturesque Nubble Lighthouse • intimate receptions on the landscaped lawn or wraparound terrace • packages include a 10% discount off your first anniversary stay

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

Linekin Bay Resort

Boothbay Harbor, ME

Fab Features: 20-acre waterfront resort • choose from a variety of indoor and outdoor event spaces • rental comes with exclusive access to the entire camp-style property

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


MASSACHUSETTS



Chequessett Club

Wellfleet, Massachusetts

Fab Features: laid-back club designed with traditional shake-shingle siding and tasteful, rustic-chic décor • romantic ceremonies on the private beach • the grounds boast 106 scenic acres with views of undeveloped woodlands, Wellfleet Harbor, and the Herring River

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$

Oceanview of Nahant

Nahant, Massachusetts

Fab Features: a private event center nestled in Nahant Harbor • exchange vows on the unforgettable Beach Stone Terrace with unfettered Atlantic views • receptions in the warm and contemporary grand ballroom with floor-to-ceiling windows and custom lighting followed by a Fire Pit Finale, where you can gather under the stars to roast marshmallows

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


RHODE ISLAND



Castle Hill Inn

Newport, Rhode Island

Fab Features: delightful inn set at the water's edge • a custom sailcloth tent provides al fresco dining and dancing for your reception • rental includes a 2-bedroom suite for the newlyweds, valet service, a custom-designed cake, and a three-course plated dinner

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

Galilee Beach Club

Narragansett, Rhode Island

Fab Features: family beach club with a laid-back vibe • beachfront ceremonies with sweeping views of the Atlantic • variety of event spaces form the handsome clubhouse to the 3-season deck and cozy lounge

Catering: In-house
Price: $$


CONNECTICUT



Madison Beach Hotel

Madison, Connecticut

Fab Features: luxury resort with private beach • say “I do” on the sand or from a raised porch with stunning water vistas • guests can indulge in activities like golf, kayaking, and lavish spa treatments

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

Saybrook Point Resort & Marina

Old Saybrook, CT

Fab Features: exchange vows on a courtyard overlooking the marina • elegant indoor celebrations in the Lighthouse Gallery • charming accommodations in two historic guesthouses

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


NEW JERSEY



The Grand Hotel of Cape May

Cape May, New Jersey

Fab Features: ceremonies on the oceanfront Wedding Veranda • the 5th-floor ballrooms provide panoramic views of the beach, Atlantic Ocean, and Cape May • luxurious accommodations with fab amenities

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$


DELAWARE



Salero

Rehoboth Beach, DE

Fab Features: picturesque beachfront venue • affordable all-inclusive packages • impeccable in-house catering services paired with quality dishes created by Johnson and Wales trained Chef and Owner, David Horton

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


MARYLAND



Historic London Town and Gardens

Edgewater, MD

Fab Features: historic 1683 property just minutes from downtown Annapolis • shaded ceremonies on the lawn overlooking the South River • al fresco receptions under the large oak tree surrounded by 10 acres of woodland gardens or stay sheltered from the elements beneath a luxurious canopy draped tent or the covered deck

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$

The Tilghman Island Inn

Tilghman Island, MD

Fab Features: luxurious waterfront inn situated on the Eastern Shore • exchange vows while the sun sets over the water followed by garden receptions beneath twinkling lights • carefully crafted menus boasting fresh produce, seafood, and meats from local markets

Catering: In-house, BYO
Price: $ • $$


NORTH CAROLINA



Sanderling Resort

Duck, NC

Fab Features: dreamy destination on the Outer Banks offering toes-in-the-sand ceremonies • intimate events in the beach-chic Keeper's Loft or four diamond restaurant Kimball's Kitchen with gorgeous views • fabulous Event House and Deck with beachfront spaces for cocktails, lawn games, and dancing, along with an elegant indoor reception hall

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$


SOUTH CAROLINA



Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort

Hilton Head Island, SC

Fab Features: relaxed, gorgeous resort nestled on 2,000 acres (including 3 acres of private beaches!) on Hilton Head Island • exchange vows with your toes in the sand or in the unique, peak-roofed Shelter Cove Harbour Pavilion • plush and well-priced accommodations include villas and multi-bedroom rental homes

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$

The Cottages on Charleston Harbor

Mount Pleasant, SC

Fab Features: a private enclave of luxurious cottages with sweeping harbor vistas • 2 private lawns, a beach, and a clubhouse offer picturesque backdrops for intimate gatherings or larger affairs • plush accommodations with private porches and views of Fort Sumter and downtown Charleston

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$

Seabrook Island Club

Seabrook Island, South Carolina

Fab Features: welcoming oceanfront community loaded with Lowcountry charm • ceremonies on the Ocean Terrace framed by towering palms • elegant receptions inside the Atlantic ballroom with ocean views and a gracious wrap-around veranda

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$


GEORGIA



Beachview Bed and Breakfast

Tybee Island, Georgia

Fab Features: sweet B&B on the Southend of Tybee Island • exchange vows on the sandy beach overlooking the water or the rolling sand dunes • all-inclusive packages with cozy accommodations for up to 50 people

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

Villas by the Sea Resort

Jekyll Island, GA

Fab Features: relaxing resort set on 17 oceanside acres of lush landscape • beach ceremonies against a towering driftwood backdrop • guests can enjoy all the area's most popular activities: boating, biking the miles of trails, historic tours, and more!

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$


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