Sweet Escapes: 12 Cozy Coastal Wedding Venues Outside Of Boston
You don't have to travel very far from Boston to find a storybook New England venue full of seaside charm. In fact, a serene setting that will make all your coastal wedding dreams come true may be closer than you think! From a charming historic inn with a private beach to an elegant cliffside resort, these waterfront locations provide a jaw-dropping backdrop for your big day while making you feel a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
CAPE COD
CAPE COD
Oceanview of Nahant
Nahant, MA
Fab Features: secluded event center nestled on a gorgeous stretch of coastline in Nahant Harbor • exchange vows on the waterfront Beach Stone Terrace • the contemporary grand ballroom affords floor-to-ceiling windows and custom lighting
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Wequassett Resort and Golf Club
Harwich, MA
Fab Features: meticulously landscaped luxury resort hideaway • ceremonies on the manicured seaside lawn, surrounded by lush flower gardens overlooking tranquil Pleasant Bay • receptions in the canopied Garden Terrace with floor to ceiling accordion-style glass doors and an expansive outdoor terrace
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Ocean Edge Resort
Brewster, Massachusetts
Fab Features: 429-acre seaside retreat • variety of event spaces from the luxurious Nickerson Mansion and Ballroom to the tentable front lawn • a perfect destination wedding getaway where guests can enjoy the Nicklaus-designed golf course, pools, beaches, and biking trails
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
RHODE ISLAND
RHODE ISLAND
OceanCliff
Newport, Rhode Island
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
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Galilee Beach Club
Narragansett, RI
Fab Features: beachside ceremonies with spectacular views from Galilee to Block Island • cozy up around the fire pit on the private beach • receptions in the handsome clubhouse or the renovated dining room
Catering: In-housePrice: $$
NEW HAMPSHIRE
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Craving serene lakeside vibes over crashing waves? These waterfront wonders in New Hampshire are just as close!
The Margate on Winnipesaukee
Laconia, NH
Fab Features: one-of-a-kind resort on the water’s edge of Paugus Bay • ceremonies on the Lakeside Pavilion with a picturesque lake and mountain backdrop • tented receptions for up to 500 on the West Lawn • dazzle your guests and light up the night sky with the brilliant fireworks package
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
The Wolfeboro Inn
Wolfeboro, New Hampshire
Fab Features: say "I do" on the manicured lawn that looks over Lake Winnipesaukee • board the 65-foot paddlewheel boat for a unique celebration on the water • cozy accommodations in the modern and elegant guest rooms full of 18th-century charm
Catering: In-house, Preferred listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
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