Beach and Waterfront Wedding Venues in Defiance, OH

Plaz Vilka Beachfront House & Cottages on the southern shores of Lake Erie provides a beautiful waterfront backdrop for your special day. The 2 Bedroom/2 Bath House along with 5 restored vintage Cottages provides accommodations for your guests. The 1/3-acre backyard provides a large space for ceremony & reception tent, if desired. A grill area & outdoor patio kitchen is suitable for catering needs.

Canyon Run Ranch is a destination wedding venue in a lush, green, privately-owned nature preserve situated on 153 acres. Couples experience magical weddings in the forest on the ridge, get photos beside the creek above the waterfalls, and celebrate with their guests in the warmth of the authentic, historic bank barn under 1,000’s of twinkle lights, all powered by solar energy. Canyon Run practices sustainability without sacrificing comfort oe beauty. CRR is a private, secluded venue offering excellent, personal service with a touch of whimsy for a fun and eco-friendly wedding.

Our venue has the beauty and flexibility of a country club, the convenience and quality of a fine hotel, and the creativity of award-winning on-site catering. With our 15-acre campus, there are numerous options to choose for your wedding with our three distinct ballrooms and two outdoor ceremony locations. In addition, all our ballrooms do have the capability to have an indoor ceremony option.

French Hen Farm is an elegant rustic wedding venue located on 105 acres of farmland in union county, just a short drive from Columbus. We only book one wedding per weekend which allows you three days to celebrate you new beginning. you have waited your whole life for this day - that's why we give you the weekend. We want you to have a stress free best day ever! The Farm is a beautiful property with a pond, garden and willow trees, perfect for both your wedding and reception. We offer indoors and outdoors options. The barn features 50+ authentic vintage chandeliers and we will end your evening with a bonfire for your guests out side. Ample parking for your guests, and tables & chairs are included. We have an amazing collection of Pinterest perfect decor items that are all included from arbors to our own photo booth, furniture, signs etc to help lessen you load and help your budget! We allow your choice of outside vendors because it is your day.

The Sandusky Yacht Club in Sandusky, Ohio, is every couple's dream for a waterfront wedding. The Sandusky Yacht Club can accommodate 200 guest for your big day. This private club sits right on the Sandusky Bay, has breathtaking sunsets, provides a clear view of Cedar Point- and is only a short walk to downtown. Offering both outdoor ceremony space and indoor reception spaces, there are plenty of ways to make your wedding unique. The Sandusky Yacht Club can also offer dock space for your wedding party or guests should they choose to arrive by water. All meal and bar services are provided at the Sandusky Yacht Club. Established in 1894, this private club has a rich history and unique character to add to your special day.

Docks Beach House is the perfect place to have your beach wedding right on the Lake Erie waterfront. This venue includes a pavilion that is located conveniently next to a beach front resort. Weekends are booking fast please call or email Chassey at 419-357-6247 or sales@commodoreperry.com

A northeast Ohio 9-hole golf course located in Vermilion, Ohio across from beautiful Lake Erie. Six of the nine holes have out-of-bounds accuracy, making it enjoyable for all types of golfers. We have a large dining area, bar and grill, pavilion, practice and picnic area, and so much more. Located in the heart of vacationland, just 19 miles from Cedar Point and 2.5 miles from historical downtown Vermilion, Ohio. Come enjoy a fun, affordable, family-oriented golf course that will allow you to simply walk 9 or we can cater to a large group

Findlay Country Club is the premier upscale destination for weddings, office parties, corporate luncheons, anniversaries, graduation parties, and showers etc. We have both outdoor areas and spacious indoor rooms available. Our Executive Chef offers a wide variety of customizable breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. Let our experienced staff make your special event a memorable one!

Swan Lake Event Center is a campus-style venue in Powell, Ohio that offers the perfect location for spectacular wedding ceremonies and receptions. The magnificent setting is nestled on 20 wooded acres, including a 3-acre lake and featuring 4 outdoor ceremony locations. The Main Hall boasts an abundance of natural light, neutral color palette, an attached partially-covered terrace and more! Nearby, the spacious Parlors can be used as private bridal suites for you and your loved ones to relax and get ready for the big day!

Destination Wedding & Retreat Venue located in Norwalk , Ohio. The Milan Villa is a one of a kind stone mansion filled with history, beauty & art from around the world. Stay onsite and sleep up to 16 people. Relax and pamper your bridal party or host family from afar when you rent the villa for the weekend! Riverfront, a large pond, meandering paths, and beautiful lush gardens make the Milan Villa an easy choice for the discerning bride. You may also choose to simply rent the outside venue for your wedding day and enjoy use of our bridal suite for getting ready to walk down the isle. This historic and captivating outdoor venue is reasonably priced and ready to host up to 300 people for your special event! Email us at milanvilla@gmail.com for more details.

We do Farm I do's!! We love making your day special!! We are a family owned century farm and offer a vintage/ rustic/ romantic barn/farm setting for an outdoor wedding ceremony & reception up to 300 guests. We can set up a wedding ceremony at multiple locations on the property with plenty of parking. Tented receptions up to 300 guests are permitted on the property. We also have a historic century barn that is renovated and holds up to 200 guests with additional patio seating. We are located about 10 miles west of Toledo Ohio. Our specialty is our rehearsal/ wedding ceremony value package. Stay in the 5 bedroom farmhouse cottage on the property and have the rehearsal and dinner on the property or in the workshop party room and then have the ceremony the next day. Brides love staying at the farmhouse with their bridesmaids to prepare together for the wedding day. We are located on 10.5 acres with woods, barns, a pond, and rustic accents so there are many great photo opportunities!

We began our journey in 2015 with a dusty gravel pit and vision for a new home. The gem was the stunning 30 acre crystal clear lake. After purchasing the property we found ourselves hosting church activities and work functions as people truly loved being here. Slowly we began adding amenities to the property. First a huge rope swing, (that we have since taken down). It was fun watching the kids fly into the water. Then the 110’ water slide kept all the kids smiling as they splashed into the lake. Then in 2020 our daughter was engaged to a great guy. As she began looking for that special place to host her wedding we came to realize that it was right here. We wanted it to be a very special place and we went to work.

Lakeside is an ideal location for retreats, family reunions, business meetings and wedding celebrations. With an array of outdoor and indoor venues of varying capacities, our dedicated Conference & Event Planning staff will help you in selecting the perfect meeting space and accommodations for your group.

Tucked just beyond a private meandering lane, one will be taken back in time to our Old-World Tuscan, open-air Pavilion. Thoughtfully positioned on a 17-acre Nature Preserve, Cedar Springs Pavilion offers a panoramic view of Ohio’s nature. Venue Highlights & Rental Amenities: -Open-Air, Covered Pavilion(50×50) (Capacity: 225) -Pavilion Solar Screen Enclosure System (Retractable) -used via remote control for protection from sun, wind, and rain. -Adjacent outdoor Covered Veranda(50×50) Open-air setting. -Gazebo, waterside ceremony site -150ft wedding aisle – Meadow Sunset Ceremony -Pavilion which is used as a “Plan B’ ceremony location -Event Coordinator for the day of your wedding -Rehearsal Hour -Plethora of photo op locations scattered throughout the entire property; several gardens, waterfall, ‘Enchanted Forest’, and more -Air-Conditioned Restrooms and Bridal Room -Handicap Accessible Parking Lot -Golf Cart Available for bridal party - Decor Room -Safe-Drive Parking Lot