12 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



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: $ • $$ • $$$
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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: $ • $$ • $$$
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NEW HAMPSHIRE



Seacoast Science Center

Rye, NH

Fab Features: spectacular oceanfront events with panoramas that encompass sparkling seas dotted with sailboats, four different lighthouses, and the Isles of Shoals • exchange vows on the rocky shoreline before dinner & dancing under the airy al fresco tent • guest are welcome to explore the interactive exhibits and aquariums inside the Center

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $$
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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: $ • $$
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Overbrook House

Bourne, MA

Fab Features: classic New England-style clapboard mansion set on a hilltop surrounded by 22 acres of Nantucket woodland • spacious lawns and fields lined with trees create a gorgeous natural backdrop for an outdoor ceremony • make it a weekend wedding and have exclusive use of the property from Thursday-Tuesday

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Oceanview of Nahant

Nahant, MA

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: $ • $$ • $$$
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RHODE ISLAND



Galilee Beach Club

Narragansett, RI

Fab Features: beautiful beach club with a laid-back vibe and fresh, artfully prepared menus • beachfront ceremonies with sweeping views of the Atlantic • variety of event spaces from the handsome clubhouse to the 3-season deck and cozy lounge

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



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: $$ • $$$
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