The unique charm of Cape Cod will always fill my heart with equal parts nostalgia and peace. There is simply nothing like the distinct character of the area, especially when incorporated into the heart of a meaningful celebration. Let’s review the best Cape Cod wedding venues. I promise you won’t be able to stop thinking about them! Recommended for wedding weekends.

 

The Best Cape Cod Wedding Venues

The Dune at Wychmere Beach Club

The Dune, Wychmere’s newest event space, is a stunning example of classic New England architecture with a fresh, contemporary flair. The frameless glass-walled rooftop terrace is a standout feature, offering sweeping views of the Atlantic and mesmerizing sunsets (hello romance and alfresco cocktail hours). With a soft, neutral color palette, the space is a blank canvas ready to reflect your personal style and vision. Your guests will love the thoughtfully arranged lounge spaces, ideal for sipping a signature drink and soaking up the atmosphere. Outside of the Dune’s notable individual features, Wychmere Beach Club’s 20-acre property has pristine private beaches and manicured lawns filled with lush hydrangeas and coastal gardens. From the waterfront to the interior spaces, your event will be one for the books.

Features of Dune at Wychmere

• Accommodates up to 240 guests
• On-site accommodations 
• Covered, uncovered outdoor, and indoor spaces
• In-house catering and bar services
• Use of tables, chairs, and linens
• Wheelchair accessible

 

Chatham Bars Inn

Chatham Bars Inn is a Cape Cod gem that offers historic character, luxurious amenities, and first-class service. Originally built in 1914 as a private hunting lodge, this award-winning oceanfront resort spans 25 acres of picturesque land, complete with a private beach and New England-style cottages along the shore. With six distinct ceremony and reception locations — including the iconic front lawn, the picturesque beachfront, and the intimate boathouse — this venue offers countless opportunities for memorable scenery and moments. 

The best part? It’s one of the only venues on Cape Cod where you can host a toes-in-the-sand beach ceremony. For your wedding weekend, you and your guests can enjoy classic New England experiences like private bonfires, oceanfront pools, and boat charters to nearby sandbars or the islands of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard. Whether it’s a relaxed beachside gathering or an elegant reception in the Harbor View Room, Chatham Bars Inn embraces that Cape Cod charm with timeless sophistication.

Features of the Chatham Bars Inn

• Accommodates up to 250 guests
• On-site accommodations
• Covered, uncovered outdoor, and indoor spaces
• In-house catering and bar services 
• Use of tables, chairs, and linens
• Wheelchair accessible

 

Wequassett Resort & Golf Club

Spanning 25 acres of beachfront property, the Wequassett Resort and Golf Club offers breathtaking views of Pleasant Bay and Nantucket Sound with intimate, English-style gardens. The result is an unfadingly beautiful backdrop, regardless of where you are on the property. Although there are seven location options at this venue, the Grand Lawn stands out as the favorite for its open-air setting and sweeping ocean scenery — fitting for alfresco ceremonies and tented receptions. The Pavillion, the resort’s premier indoor space, reflects Cape Cod’s charm with blue and white accents, a wraparound porch, and floor-to-ceiling windows, creating a welcoming yet upscale atmosphere. For wedding weekends, your guests will enjoy elevated accommodations from private cottages to signature suites, as well as unforgettable indulgences like the neighboring championship golf course or Cape Cod’s only Forbes five-star dining experience at Twenty-Eight Atlantic. 

Features of the Wequassett Resort & Golf Club

• Accommodates up to 350 guests
• On-site accommodations
• Covered and uncovered outdoor, and indoor spaces for ceremonies
• In-house catering and bar services 
• Use of tables, chairs, and linens
• Wheelchair accessible

 

Pelham House Resort

Overlooking a private beach, the Pelham House Resort features a sleek, nautical-inspired architecture that sets the perfect backdrop for a modern, yet time-honored celebration. The sprawling ocean views make waterfront ceremonies breathtaking, while the tailored menu selections and personalized service ensure that every detail of your vision is attended to. With 33 guest rooms and the rare opportunity for a full buyout, you can turn your wedding into a full weekend of festivities. You and your guests can enjoy immersive excursions like deep-sea fishing charters, whale-watching tours, and other recreational activities coordinated by the venue. From pre-wedding festivities to sunlit ceremonies framed by the stretching horizon, the Pelham House offers an incredible setting for your Cape Cod wedding.

Features of the Pelham House Resort

• Accommodates up to 250 guests
• On-site accommodations
• Covered and uncovered outdoor, and indoor spaces for your ceremony
• In-house catering and bar services 
• Use of tables, chairs, and linens
• Wheelchair accessible

Nauticus Marina

The Nauticus Marina is a hidden gem in Osterville, MA that embodies the quintessential feeling of Cape Cod’s nautical history. As a private marina, this venue houses dozens of graceful sailboats and yachts, adding a one-of-a-kind atmosphere for boating enthusiasts. Here, you can even arrive at your ceremony by boat to add a dramatic but unforgettable touch. After a ceremony backdropped by the iconic lighthouse, your celebration continues with a sailcloth-tented reception, blending the coastal charm with elevated details. The venue’s accommodations deserve their own moment in the spotlight, especially the Mellon House — a luxurious 7,000-square-foot retreat that lets you host your wedding party for a memorable wedding weekend spent together.

Features of the Nauticus Marina

• Accommodates up to 220 guests
• On-site accommodations
• Covered and uncovered outdoor spaces
• Wheelchair accessible

Feeling swept away by one of the best Cape Cod wedding venues?

As a wedding photographer in New England, I feel the same way. The opportunity for unmatched personalizations and heartfelt celebrations lends each of these venues to a memorable wedding weekend. Let’s discuss the possibilities together. You can see more New England work on my Instagram.