12 Cool Connecticut Waterfront Wedding Venues

Fab Features: historic resort set on the shores of the Long Island Sound • al fresco celebrations on the oceanside lawn or one of their two terraces • the 3 ballrooms are enhanced with private patio spaces, crystal chandeliers, fireplaces, and large windows

Fab Features: lovely riverfront museum in charming Essex • breezy receptions on the River Front Lawn with panoramic views of the water and colorful sailboats passing • from the museum's dock, make a grand entrance or a memorable exit via boat

Fab Features: charming, historic inn & resort • exchange vows next to a peaceful lake, in the gardens, or under the tented pavilion • weekend wedding packages include use of their cozy 83 guest rooms

Fab Features: wonderful museum designed as a faithful recreation of a 19th-century seaport village • exchange vows at Lighthouse Point, overlooking the Mystic River • receptions in the rustic, open-walled Boathouse, with its beautiful weathered wood siding

Fab Features: state-of-the-art event center nestled on a ridge above the Connecticut River • exquisite al fresco celebrations on the Ceremonial Patio and Terrace under a fabulous, pavilion-size gazebo • indoor events in the light-flooded Ballroom, with its high-ceiling, Palladian windows and impressive chandeliers

Fab Features: 1903 mansion boasts a winding marble staircase, a two-story fireplace, and warm, hand-carved wooden interiors • romantic Grand Ballroom opens onto a sprawling veranda with panoramic views of the Long Island Sound • expert on-site coordinators for no-stress planning

Fab Features: pretty Cape Cod and Arts and Crafts-inspired architecture is the hallmark of this gorgeous club on the banks of the Mystic River • 360-degree water views from its secluded grounds and oversized windows • rich wood accents, delicate, vintage-style fixtures, a graceful staircase, and abundant natural light accent the two-story clubhouse

Fab Features: exclusive, purpose-built venue on 19 manicured acres surrounding a private lake • exceptional menus crafted to impress the most discerning palates • beautiful al fresco ceremonies beneath a willow followed by celebrations in the modern ballroom, with its massive windows and coffered accents

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 spa treatments

Fab Features: exchange vows on a secluded beach with uninterrupted views of the Long Island Sound and Norwalk Islands • cocktail hour on the pier and invite guests to play games on the lawn • seasonal, bespoke menus are the signature foundation of the venue's exclusive caterer ONTHEMARC

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

Fab Features: stylish restaurant where you can arrive by boat for dockside dining • chic, authentic Provencal décor incorporates 200-year-old terra cotta tiles, a fireplace from a country castle, and oak cabinetry made from French window frames • inventive menu brings a special French flair to everything from hors d’oeuvres to desserts