The Summer You Got Married: 23 Wedding Venues That Feel Like a Love Story

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Charm

Oceanfront Ceremonies

Cozy Cottages

Fab Features: a classic Maine coast resort with 21st century amenities • ceremonies on the oceanfront deck followed by receptions inside the impressive Pemaquid Hall with a peaked pine ceiling accented by locally crafted cast iron chandeliers • your guests will love the upscale lodging, paired with a warm, attentive staff

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Breathtaking Views

Luxurious Accommodations

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

Venue Superpowers:

Classic Lighthouse

Sustainable Cuisine

Calm Bayfront Setting

Fab Features: historic waterfront destination highlighted by a classic Maine lighthouse, just 90 minutes from Boston • lawn receptions under a peaked tent while the sun sets over the Atlantic • plenty of cozy overnight lodgings for guests, plus fabulous on-site amenities like three restaurants, a marina, and scenic boat tours

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Inspired Menus

Overnight Accommodations

Fab Features: gorgeous setting on one of the Keys' only private beaches, with a bevy of local attractions nearby • walk down an aisle of white sand with waves lapping gently in the background • dance the night away at your beachfront reception under a beautiful lighted tent

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Al Fresco Celebrations

In-House Design Services

Fab Features: classic New England-style Inn set on 40 serene acres overlooking the sea and a historic lighthouse • panoramic views of the Atlantic and Narragansett Bay from the oceanfront lawn and the breezy tented Chalet Terrace • enjoy world-class event design by visionary David Tutera and delectable cuisine from the in-house restaurant

Venue Superpowers:

Panoramic Ocean Views

Romantic Elopements

Affordable

Fab Features: family-run Inn nested on the rocky coastline of the Marginal Way • enjoy cocktail hour around a fire pit in the unique Rotunda illuminated by bistro lighting • spectacular ocean views whether your celebrating inside the Marginal Way Salon or on the Victorian Side Lawn

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Destination Weddings

White Sand Beach

Fab Features: exquisite full-service resort set on a private beachfront at Clearwater's most coveted address • recite your vows barefoot on the sugary white sand beach while watching the sun sink below the horizon • host your elegant evening in one of three elegant ballrooms or on a velvety event lawn steps from the Gulf

Venue Superpowers:

Panoramic Atlantic Views

Delectable Menu Options

On-Site Accommodations

Fab Features: historic resort set on 10 acres of rolling lawns • sunset ceremonies overlooking Narragansett Bay • the Grand Ballroom offers a gleaming wood floor, tasteful chandeliers, and an ocean panorama through its wraparound windows

Venue Superpowers:

Coastal Elegance

Waterfront Cottages

Weekend Weddings

Fab Features: romantic Cape Cod resort with cozy waterfront cottages and lavish dining • exchange vows on the beautifully manicured seaside lawn, offering unobstructed bay views • the Garden Terrace is a tented structure with floor-to-ceiling accordion-style glass doors that open to Pleasant Bay

Venue Superpowers:

Understated Luxury

Private Beach

Culinary Artistry

Fab Features: gorgeous resort and club blending classic Americana style with exceptional service and elegant design • exchange vows on the private beach or on a spectacular rooftop terrace, surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty • follow your ceremony with a reception in the wood-accented Harbor Room or the stylish two-story Dune Room, both of which boast panoramic bay views from walls of windows

Venue Superpowers:

Private Beach

Laid-Back Vibes

Waterfront Tent

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

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive 

Lush Garden

Overnight Accommodations

Fab Features: elegant club surrounded on three sides by sparkling Barnegat Bay • the grounds boast a collage of gardens, white picket fences, window boxes overflowing with lush plantings, and manicured landscaping • the elegant ballroom makes a statement with its Tiffany-blue coffered ceiling, romantic chandelier lighting, and detailed woodwork

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Panoramic Views

Historic Details

Fab Features: a stunning oceanfront location offering picturesque backdrops • exchange vows at the end of the pier with the surrounding sounds of waves crashing • celebrate in the third-floor loft event space with chic decor and panoramic views

Venue Superpowers:

Private Beach

Seasonal Menus

Spectacular Sunsets

Fab Features: laid back family-friendly restaurant with fabulous water views • the 200-foot private beach is perfect for ceremonies or tented receptions • internationally-influenced seasonal menus made up of locally-sourced produce

Venue Superpowers:

Cliffside Ceremonies

Panoramic Views

Glamping

Fab Features: breathtaking ceremonies on a grassy bluff overlooking Muir Beach • glamping and late-night celebrations on the adjoining campground • intimate, laid-back receptions in the Yurt, a circular canvas structure with a clear skylight, wooden floor, and wood-burning stove

Venue Superpowers:

Luxe Coastal Resort

Wooded Ceremonies

Contemporary Styling

Fab Features: stunning resort nestled among old-growth forests along the coastline • receptions in the cozy Wine Cellar, intimate boardroom, or expansive, contemporary ballroom • gorgeous, luxe guest rooms with private beach access, a dreamy spa, and more

Venue Superpowers:

Lush Landscape

Historic Details

Picturesque

Fab Features: 1884 Victorian farmhouse perched on a striking bluff overlooking the Pacific • the 22 private acres provide unfettered ocean and headland views, a private meadow, a garden cottage, historic barn, and garden • the rental includes 3 nights lodging for up to 27 guests in plush yet cozy accommodations

Venue Superpowers:

Sweeping Ocean Views

Rooftop Patio

Luxe On-Site Spa

Fab Features: stunning views of the sea from the Pacific Terrace, an expansive rooftop patio, or Seagrove Park, a grassy knoll on the water's edge • French doors in the plush Platinum Ballroom open onto a lovely patio with a waterfall wall • luxurious Spa L'Auberge offers a full menu of soothing indulgences, plus a private couple's garden on the spa's lush grounds

Venue Superpowers:

English-Inspired Style

Intimate Celebrations

Nearby Muir Beach

Fab Features: whimsical Tudor-style inn steps away from Muir • rent out the inn's seven rooms and celebrate in the light-flooded conservatory, a glass-walled space with abundant vines and flowers • lawn ceremonies are set against rolling, chaparral-covered hills, or opt to say "I do" on nearby Muir Beach

Venue Superpowers:

National Historic Landmark

Panoramic Ocean Views

Elegant Accommodations

Fab Features: striking Victorian landmark on 28 oceanfront acres • ceremonies set on the landscaped Windsor Lawn, the Garden Patio’s gazebo, or right on the sand! • magnificent Crown Room boasts a 33-foot-high rib-vaulted ceiling, unique crown-shaped chandeliers, and dreamy vintage décor

Venue Superpowers:

Waterfront Setting

All-Inclusive

Customizable Menus

Fab Features: historic bungalow with deck right on the beach • celebrations indoors or on the sand—bonfire optional! • customized décor, cuisine, and services

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Beachfront Setting

Coastal Chic

Fab Features: luxurious hotel boasting magnificent views of the coast and lavish accommodations • variety of event spaces from the chic ballroom to the light and airy Gate House to the seaside garden • professional staff and on-site wedding planners create curated events tailored to match your vision

Venue: Crook Point