15 Cool Connecticut Waterfront Wedding Venues


Connecticut’s coastline makes an irresistible backdrop for events. Each of these waterfront wedding venues has its own style, but all of them possess the unique quality that being on the water bestows.


Water's Edge Resort and Spa

Westbrook, Connecticut

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

Connecticut River Museum

Essex, CT

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

Catering: BYO
Price: $

Interlaken Inn

Lakeville, Connecticut

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$

Mystic Seaport Museum

Mystic, CT

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$

Riverhouse at Goodspeed Station

Haddam, Connecticut

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$

The Candlewood Inn

Brookfield, CT

Fab Features: relaxed lakefront setting with plenty of plush amenities in their fabulous all-inclusive packages • exchange vows beneath a quaint pergola at the water's edge, then toast with craft cocktails on the sprawling lakeside lawn • dance into the night in the elegant ballroom before stepping outside to capture a kiss beneath the sparkling stars

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

Branford House Mansion

Groton, Connecticut

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

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$

The Waterview

Monroe, Connecticut

Fab Features: secluded and serene event venue by the shores of Lake Zoar • outdoor ceremonies on the waterfront patio beneath a stately white arbor • elegant winter celebrations in their window-lined ballroom

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$

Mystic Yachting Club At Willow Point

Groton, CT

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$

The Lake House

Wolcott, CT

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

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 spa treatments

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

The Point at Norwalk Cove

Norwalk, CT

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

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

Amarante's Sea Cliff

New Haven, CT

Fab Features: stunning clifftop resort surrounded by lush greenery • charming waterfront ceremony gazebo set among fragrant blooms • vintage Grand Ballroom with breathtaking water views and a spacious deck

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: $$ • $$$

l'escale

Greenwich, Connecticut

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

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