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Micro Ceremonies & Weddings

Small guest count. Big experience.

Our micro weddings are designed for couples who want something meaningful, beautiful, and well-run — without the pressure, production, or guest list of a traditional wedding.

Set along the Chesapeake Bay in Maryland, Island View Waterfront offers an intimate, relaxed setting where you can focus on what matters most: getting married, celebrating with your favorite people, and actually enjoying the day.

Whether you’re planning a quiet elopement or a thoughtfully hosted micro wedding, we’ve created options that feel simple, elevated, and fully supported — with a dedicated on-site team to help your ceremony flow and handle the details behind the scenes.

More Than Just a Venue

We’re Here to Support Your Day

✔️ Ceremony guidance

We’ll help cue your walk down the aisle and keep things flowing smoothly

 

✔️ Setup & breakdown

So you can stay present and enjoy the moment

 

✔️ Dedicated on-site team

Available to assist, answer questions, and support vendors

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Choose Your Micro Wedding Experience

Both options include the beauty of Island View Waterfront, access to our indoor and outdoor spaces, and

on-site support to help your ceremony flow smoothly.

The difference comes down to time and felt experience —

whether you’re here for a beautiful “just married” moment or a relaxed celebration with room to linger.

Elopement Ceremony
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An intimate, unforgettable experience —

just for the two of you (plus your closest guests).

Celebrate your love in a serene waterfront setting where every detail is thoughtfully handled. From the sweeping Chesapeake Bay views to the curated champagne toast, this experience is designed to feel effortless, personal, and truly memorable.

 

Perfect for couples who want beautiful photos, a meaningful ceremony, and a moment to savor without the stress of a full wedding day.

What’s Included:

  • Exclusive 1.5-hour access for your ceremony and photos

  • Outdoor ceremony with breathtaking waterfront views (indoor option available for weather backup)

  • Ceremony arch & seating: 30 chairs included

  • Bluetooth speaker for your curated playlist

  • Soft drinks for you and your guests

  • Champagne toast to celebrate your moment

Micro Wedding 
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The full Island View experience —

intimate, beautiful, and effortlessly executed.

Perfect for couples who want all the magic of a wedding day with a guest list of up to 30 people.

 

Celebrate with your closest friends and family in a stunning waterfront setting, with time to linger, toast, and enjoy every moment. 

(Up to 10 additional guests - 40 total - may be added for an additional fee.)

What’s Included

 

  • Exclusive 6-hour access (including 2 hours for decorating)

  • Outdoor ceremony & reception with breathtaking waterfront views (indoor option available for weather backup)

  • Ceremony arch & seating: 30 chairs included

  • Reception tables & chairs: 5 tables and 30 chairs,

  • White linens for all reception tables included

  • Soft drinks for you and your guests

  • Single-tier wedding cake for a sweet celebration

  • Champagne toast to mark your day

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Enhance Your Day

Want to linger a little longer or add extra touches? These options make your day even more effortless and memorable — all handled by our team so you can enjoy every moment.

Optional Enhancements

Catering Options

Choose from our partnered caterers menus or bring your own licensed caterer. From casual bites to plated dinners, we’ll help you serve a meal that feels effortless and elevated.

 

Bar Packages & In-House Liquor License

Professional bartenders, full setup, and cleanup —

no BYO rules or outside coordination required. Just smooth service so you and your guests can toast without a worry.

 

Additional Time

Extend your celebration for cocktails, dinner, or dancing under the stars. Extra hours are available to make sure you have the full experience — all on your schedule.

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Two simple ways to celebrate at Island View:

Whether you’re planning a small ceremony or a micro wedding with time to linger,

we offer two thoughtfully designed options to fit your vision.

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They have the perfect outdoor set up for a water front wedding. Their wedding prices are amazing so affordable. You could have any size wedding you would like here. Trust me when I say, it will be one you will never forget.

Maryann M.

Chesapeake Bay Waterfront Weddings and Celebrations

Invest in your perfect waterfront wedding at Island View Waterfront, one of the most charming and highly rated venues on the scenic Chesapeake Bay in Maryland.

We offer a variety of wedding and event options to suit your vision.

 

Whether you’re dreaming of an intimate micro wedding or a full weekend celebration, we’ll help you create a day that’s beautiful, relaxed, and unforgettable.

Find the package that’s right for you:

Explore Our Offerings:

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Island View Waterfront

2542 Island View Road, Essex, Maryland 21221

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