8 waterfront wedding venues around Chesapeake Bay
Hands up if you love Chesapeake Shores? The popular Hallmark show gives us all the comforting fuzzy feels and has raised the profile of this gorgeous region, which spans Maryland and Virginia. However locals have long known the appeal of Chesapeake Bay as a beautiful place to live, visit and of course, get married!
There's no shortage of beautiful waterfront wedding venues around Chesapeake Bay, from stylish beach clubs and country club hotels to picturesque inns and historic manors. We asked Maryland wedding photographer and Fine Art Curation member Manda Weaver to share her favourites to help you on your search to find the perfect Chesapeake wedding venue.
1. Inn at Perry Cabin
A short drive from Washington, DC, the Inn at Perry Cabin is a storybook setting for intimate ceremonies and vast celebrations. Nestled on the banks of the Miles River, the inn offers several unique spaces for ceremonies, receptions and honeymoons. You could exchange vows at the water's edge, in a grand ballroom, or in a garden surrounded by flowers. Or why not weigh anchor and get married at sea aboard a 55 foot Hinckley yacht? It's all possible here!
2. Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
Set on a private, 18-acre campus, with over 2,000 feet of waterfront in the village of St. Michaels, Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum offers spectacular views of the Miles River, and unique venues to host your rehearsal dinner, wedding ceremony and reception. Bringing the warm and casually elegant hospitality of the Eastern Shore to your special day, CBMM is not only beautiful but rich with history.
3. Kirkland Manor
A private estate located between Easton and St Michaels, Kirkland Manor boasts unrivalled views and hosting for up to 400 guests. Kirkland Manor overlooks the famous Miles River and offers an exquisite location for the perfect sunset over the water. Expect custom designed menus and unparalleled flexible service.
4. Osprey Point Inn
Located in Rock Hall on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Osprey Point Inn is surrounded by lavish landscapes and spectacular views of the water. It offers a variety of beautiful settings for your wedding day, including a pretty white gazebo; a waterfront lawn for tented wedding receptions, and an elegant restaurant that is perfect for smaller intimate events.
5. Antrim 1844
Surrounded by 24-acres of beautifully manicured lawns and historic architecture, Antrim 1844 is a timeless wedding venue located in Carroll County, Maryland. Choose from the enclosed glass pavilion with views of the lush rose gardens; the garden room or ballroom for your elegant all-inclusive dream wedding. The formal English tea rose garden is the perfect spot for wedding portraits, surrounded by a beautiful variety of roses, bronze fountains, and historic architecture.
6. US Naval Academy
Celebrate your wedding with legacy and tradition at the US Naval Academy, located in Annapolis, Maryland. Eligible brides and grooms (U.S. Naval Academy alumnus, military staff, faculty member, or local active duty military member) can wed at the any of the US Naval Academy chapels, followed by a reception at the Naval Academy Club, or at any of the other venues on the yard.
7. Chesapeake Bay Beach Club
Home to breathtaking views, attentive service and award winning cuisine, the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club is the perfect backdrop for your dream waterfront event on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. You can choose from four beautiful ballrooms, event with it's own distinct style, and take a romantic coastal stroll for a moment of wedding day calm.
8. The Tidewater Inn
Less than two hours from Washington DC, Baltimore, Wilmington and Philadelphia, The Tidewater Inn in downtown Easton offers guests an unparalleled escape in the heart of the Eastern Shore. The Tidewater Inn is designed to appeal to modern couples, with a choice of beautiful wedding venues and accommodation suites with exceptional style and service.
