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
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-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
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-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
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 listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
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-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
MASSACHUSETTS
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 listPrice: $ • $$
Oceanview of Nahant
Nahant, Massachusetts
Fab Features: a private event center nestled in Nahant Harbor • exchange vows on the unforgettable Beach Stone Terrace with unfettered Atlantic views • receptions in the warm and contemporary grand ballroom with floor-to-ceiling windows and custom lighting followed by a Fire Pit Finale, where you can gather under the stars to roast marshmallows
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
RHODE ISLAND
RHODE ISLAND
Castle Hill Inn
Newport, Rhode Island
Fab Features: delightful inn set at the water's edge • a custom sailcloth tent provides al fresco dining and dancing for your reception • rental includes a 2-bedroom suite for the newlyweds, valet service, a custom-designed cake, and a three-course plated dinner
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Galilee Beach Club
Narragansett, Rhode Island
Fab Features: family beach club with a laid-back vibe • beachfront ceremonies with sweeping views of the Atlantic • variety of event spaces form the handsome clubhouse to the 3-season deck and cozy lounge
Catering: In-housePrice: $$
CONNECTICUT
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-housePrice: $$ • $$$
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-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
NEW JERSEY
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-housePrice: $ • $$
DELAWARE
DELAWARE
Salero
Rehoboth Beach, DE
Fab Features: picturesque beachfront venue • affordable all-inclusive packages • impeccable in-house catering services paired with quality dishes created by Johnson and Wales trained Chef and Owner, David Horton
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
MARYLAND
MARYLAND
Historic London Town and Gardens
Edgewater, MD
Fab Features: historic 1683 property just minutes from downtown Annapolis • shaded ceremonies on the lawn overlooking the South River • al fresco receptions under the large oak tree surrounded by 10 acres of woodland gardens or stay sheltered from the elements beneath a luxurious canopy draped tent or the covered deck
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
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, BYOPrice: $ • $$
NORTH CAROLINA
NORTH CAROLINA
Sanderling Resort
Duck, NC
Fab Features: dreamy destination on the Outer Banks offering toes-in-the-sand ceremonies • intimate events in the beach-chic Keeper's Loft or four diamond restaurant Kimball's Kitchen with gorgeous views • fabulous Event House and Deck with beachfront spaces for cocktails, lawn games, and dancing, along with an elegant indoor reception hall
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
SOUTH CAROLINA
SOUTH CAROLINA
Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort
Hilton Head Island, SC
Fab Features: relaxed, gorgeous resort nestled on 2,000 acres (including 3 acres of private beaches!) on Hilton Head Island • exchange vows with your toes in the sand or in the unique, peak-roofed Shelter Cove Harbour Pavilion • plush and well-priced accommodations include villas and multi-bedroom rental homes
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
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-housePrice: $ • $$
Seabrook Island Club
Seabrook Island, South Carolina
Fab Features: welcoming oceanfront community loaded with Lowcountry charm • ceremonies on the Ocean Terrace framed by towering palms • elegant receptions inside the Atlantic ballroom with ocean views and a gracious wrap-around veranda
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
GEORGIA
GEORGIA
Beachview Bed and Breakfast
Tybee Island, Georgia
Fab Features: sweet B&B on the Southend of Tybee Island • exchange vows on the sandy beach overlooking the water or the rolling sand dunes • all-inclusive packages with cozy accommodations for up to 50 people
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Villas by the Sea Resort
Jekyll Island, GA
Fab Features: relaxing resort set on 17 oceanside acres of lush landscape • beach ceremonies against a towering driftwood backdrop • guests can enjoy all the area's most popular activities: boating, biking the miles of trails, historic tours, and more!
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Filed under Beach / Ocean, Destination, Beach Wedding Ceremony, Outdoor, Wedding Venues / Locations, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Rhode Island, South Carolina
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