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Merri-Makers at Mallard Island Yacht Club is a waterfront wedding venue in Manahawkin, New Jersey. This idyllic property provides a classic chapel, outdoor plaza, and spacious ballroom to accommodate any couple’s wedding vision. The elegant interior matches with the panoramic view of the Barnegat Bay, for a sophisticated, nautical aesthetic for the special day.

Facilities and Capacity.

The Mallard Island Yacht Club is nestled west of Long Beach Island, with an extensive dock leading into the bay for oceanside photo sessions. Boathouse Chapel is the designated ceremony venue, which features floor-to-ceiling windows for plenty of natural light and sea views. Its high ceiling is adorned with metal beams, which can be easily customized with your preferred drapery. The couple will exchange vows with a backdrop of a large natural-stone fireplace and mantle, basking in the light of an elegant crystal chandelier. For receptions, the Ballroom can host up to 250 guests for a fun-filled evening. Its detailed chandeliers and grand architecture adds a classic touch to any couple’s theme. French doors open to the venue’s scenic atrium and outdoor plaza, modeled after the Rathskeller’s Gothic Architecture to make you feel like you’re time-traveling. The venue has two separate get-ready suites, for the soon-to-be-weds to prepare with their respective entourages. The 3,000-square-foot penthouse occupies the entire fourth floor, and is fully equipped with an in-suite salon, leather chairs, and a relaxing rainfall shower. Their second dressing suite is created from restored army barracks, and is an ideal space for history enthusiasts. The property has full wheelchair accessibility, to ensure that all your guests can enjoy your special day.

Services Offered

Tables, chairs, and various décor will be provided by the onsite staff, and will handle the set-up and tear down while you focus on the important things. The team’s event coordinator will work to make sure everything goes according to plan, and that the venue matches your ideal vision. Merri Makers at Mallard Island Yacht Club will handle all your catering needs, with servers available at your reception. The catering team has an array of menu items to choose from, and can accommodate allergy and dietary restrictions.

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Venue details

Hotel/Resort, Private Estate, Ocean/Waterfront View, Ballrooms, Luxury

Guest capacity:

Accommodates up to 250 guests

Ceremony / Reception

1450 East Bay Avenue Manahawkin, NJ 08050

Description:

If you are looking to provide your guests with a destination wedding experience without leaving the Jersey shore, Mallard Island Yacht Club may be the venue for you. The beautiful Barnegat Bay surrounds this gorgeous Long Beach Island estate. There is nothing more romantic than exchanging vows in front of a stacked stone fireplace. The feeling of intimacy is augmented by the presence of loved ones, the soft glow of candles and a crisp ocean breeze. If you prefer an al fresco ceremony, exchange vows out on the lush lawn under the warmth of the golden sun. The gothic sanctuary is an outdoor plaza with grand archways and ornate ceilings that evoke a sense of Old-World Charm. This space is a great location for cocktail hour as your guests mingle, enjoying cocktails, appetizers, and a coastal breeze. Your wedding celebration reaches its peak with a grand reception in the club’s elegant and lavish ballroom. Tiffany blue ceilings and romantic cove lighting set the stage for an enchanting evening. After dinner, French doors lead into a scenic atrium where you and your guests can dance the night away under a sparkling array of romantic lighting. The dedicated staff will assist you to ensure that no detail is spared when planning your special day.

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Service options, venue notes.

The rental fee ranges from $13,000 to $19,000 for a reception and includes up to 6 hours of event time excluding set up and clean up time. A refundable security deposit of $5,000 is required.

Amenities and Restrictions

- Wedding planning services

- Bride's dressing area

- Groom's dressing area

- Dance floor

- Coat check room

- Upgraded chairs

- Linens, silverware, glassware provided

- Outdoor lighting

- Venue set up and clean up

- Overnight accommodations available

- Day-of coordinator

- Champagne toast

- Complimentary bridal suite

- Full kitchen facilities

- Large parking lot

- Tables Provided

Restrictions

- All food and beverage handled by venue

- Food & beverage minimum

- Venue must approve all decorations

- General liability insurance required

- No rice, birdseed, confetti, etc.

- Catering provided by venue

- Amplified music OK indoors and outdoors

- Smoking outside only

- Alcohol must be provided by venue

- Music must end by 2:00AM

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Mallard Island Yacht Club Rates

Overnight and 5 hour rental packages, plan your perfect wedding, two rental options to suit your needs.

Mallard Island Yacht Club has a site fee to reserve the estate and a separate fee from the exclusive caterer for all food and beverage.  For the site fee you have two options to reserve the estate, renting the entire estate or renting the estate for a five-hour event plus the onsite ceremony in the Boathouse Chapel. The site fee includes use of the estate, the tables and chairs that are in the Ballroom for your reception, and the chapel if you wish to have your ceremony on property.

Catering not included in rental price.

Full Estate Rental

Includes accommodations for 24 guests, may-october.

• Friday: $24,000
• Saturday: $30,000
• Sunday: $24,000

November-April

• Friday: $18,000
• Saturday: $22,000
• Sunday: $18,000

5 Hour Venue + On-Site Ceremony

Not available for saturday rental.

• Friday: $20,000
• Sunday: $20,000
• Friday: $15,000
• Sunday: $15,000

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