8 of Our Favorite Wedding Venues on The Chesapeake Bay
Ready to have the waterfront wedding of your dreams? With its expansive views of shimmering waters and its stunning natural beauty, the Chesapeake Bay can't be beat. From elegant resorts right on the water's edge to historical colonial mansions and charming marinas, you’re bound to find the perfect venue here!
Black Walnut Point Inn
Tilghman Island, MD
Fab Features: secluded private island estate surrounded by the sparkling waters of the Chesapeake, 52 acres of bird sanctuary, and lush wildflower gardens • cozy lodgings in the 1840s main house, or in charming cabins, complete with breakfast each morning • celebrate on the expansive lawn, beneath a breezy tent, or beside the sparkling pool, with no restrictions on the fun
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Chesapeake Bay Beach Club
Stevensville, MD
Fab Features: stunning coastal club offering custom-curated, all-inclusive packages for stress-free planning • four venue options each include multiple spaces, like landscaped ceremonial lawns, modern ballrooms, and photo-ready gardens • grand soirees in the chic Beach House Ballroom or the light-flooded Sunset Ballroom, both located steps from the Bay
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Knollview House
Pasadena, MD
Fab Features: lovely, private estate with spectacular, unparalleled views across Chesapeake Bay • exchange vows on the patio or the waterfront lawn, followed by cocktails and lawn games or an intimate indoor dinner • stunning photo ops around the Dutch-style manor home with its crisp, whitewashed siding and impressive gambrel roof
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
Saint Michaels, MD
Fab Features: a tranquil waterfront setting on Navy Point and Fogg’s Landing, overlooking the beautiful Miles River • make unforgettable memories on land or aboard one of the historic Chesapeake boats • celebrate a one-of-a-kind event with a large, tented affair or a small intimate gathering
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $$ • $$$
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay
Cambridge, MD
Fab Features: an idyllic resort located on over 342 waterfront acres • the perfect location for a weekend wedding with beautiful accommodations and a spa, golf course, and private marina • celebrate with your guests in the formal ballroom or outdoors on the Crescent pool patio
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Celebrations at the Bay
Pasadena, MD
Fab Features: stunning wall of windows with a panoramic view of the bay • elegant, climate-controlled tent for outdoor parties under a silk-lined ceiling with chandeliers • bay-view ceremonies on the balcony, lawn, or ballroom
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Swan Harbor Farm
Havre de Grace, MD
Fab Features: breathtaking ceremonies overlook the Chesapeake Bay • lovely historic farmhouse with dressing rooms, a playroom, and a wonderful screened porch • stunning receptions beneath an elegant, permanent tent with sparkling chandeliers
Catering: BYOPrice: $
The Bayfront Club
Edgemere, MD
Fab Features: gorgeous ceremony lawn at the edge of the Chesapeake Bay • elegant, airy ballroom with a soaring ceiling and massive windows framing dreamy sunsets • generous all-inclusive packages even boast a personal wedding planner!
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
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