The Best Park & Garden Wedding Venues in Selbyville, DE

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6 Wedding Venues in Selbyville, DE

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Bellevue Hall 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Up to 250 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $14,000

This notable estate is truly a one-of-a-kind property at which to host your wedding celebration. The mansion was built in the 1850’s and is the former home of William DuPont Sr. and his family. Start your celebration early in our spacious bridal getting ready suite. There's a groom's lounge as well! Your ceremony can be held on the sprawling lawn alongside a charming gazebo and gorgeous perennial garden. Or choose one of the marble patios with the stately mansion as your backdrop. An elegant reception then follows beneath a pristine clear outdoor tent or, for a more intimate crowd, in one of the mansion’s luxurious indoor rooms. Bellevue Hall features stylish dining rooms, elaborate marble fireplaces, a sophisticated wood-paneled library, and an enormous central foyer with a grand staircase. Celebrate your happy occasion at Bellevue Hall. It’s sure to be a memorable event!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Space for a large guest list
  • Both indoor and outdoor options
  • Dressing room available

Venue considerations

  • Dance floor not included
  • No on-premises lodging options
  • Does not allow pets
“From the moment we started planning, Bellevue Hall's team responded to our emails right away, which made the whole process stress-free. The venue itself is stunning with its lush gardens and floral backdrops, and we loved how flexible they were with customizing the space to match our vision. Our coordinator was there the entire day and jumped in to help whenever we had questions or needed something adjusted. They also took our dietary restrictions seriously and went out of their way to make sure all our guests with allergies were taken care of. The spacious grounds gave us so many options for photos and different areas to use throughout the event. We'd recommend Bellevue Hall to anyone looking for a beautiful, well-run venue.”
Joan M., 3 months ago
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The Barn at Cauffiel 
Rating: 4.8 (4 reviews)
  • Up to 160 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $14,000

The Barn at Cauffiel Estate is a historic estate set atop a grassy hill in Bellevue State Park that provides spectacular views of the Delaware River. This enchanting former summer residence and working farm with exquisitely landscaped lawns and gardens and its charming façade offers an enchanting backdrop for outdoor ceremonies and lively receptions. Inside the house, bright sun porches, a parlor, and a classic dining room provide the perfect setting for an intimate celebration. The newly restored Pennsylvania bank barn makes Cauffiel Estate perfect for those looking for a rustic-elegant wedding venue. With an abundance of historic charm and natural beauty, this estate is the perfect place to gather your loved ones to toast your new marriage!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Private area for the wedding party
  • Provides catering services
  • Offers convenient lodging options

Venue considerations

  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • Not for you if you don't want a rustic vibe
  • Lighting and sound are not included
“We're counting down the days to our wedding at Cauffiel House! This venue's historic charm and beautiful setting are perfect for our special day. The gazebo and exquisite gardens are ideal for our private vows and outdoor ceremony. The Cauffiel Barn provides a rustic-elegant reception space that we absolutely love. Veronica’s tour made us feel welcomed and cared for, and the venue’s charm immediately won us over. We highly recommend Cauffiel House to anyone looking for a unique and picturesque wedding venue. We can’t wait to celebrate our love in such an enchanting setting!”
Mike M., 2 years ago
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Breckenridge Barn 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Vienna, MD
  • Up to 250 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $5,000

Rooted in the natural beauty of Maryland's Eastern Shore, our venue pairs the charm of a barn setting with a polished, timeless aesthetic. From it's open air views, refined architectural details, light filled spaces, and effortless elegance - it's a space that lets your celebration shine.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Offers full-service amenities
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Offers full flexibility in setup and decor

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you prefer a more modern aesthetic
  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • No all-inclusive dining options
“I can't say enough good things about my experience having my wedding at Breckenridge Barn. I knew from the first minute I toured the venue that it was the place I wanted to get married. The staff was so laid back, friendly and accommodating. The venue itself was stunning and my wedding day could not have been more perfect.”
Lindsey O., 5 months ago
Furnace Town Historic Village 
Snow Hill, MD
  • Up to 250 guests
  • Raw space
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $1,600

The Furnace Town Foundation, Inc. is a private not-for-profit corporation charged with the responsibility of preserving, restoring, and interpreting the twenty-five acres of Furnace Town Historic Site, the 19th-century village of the Nassawango Iron Furnace. They say that love makes the world go-'round, and Furnace Town has been around for a long time! If you're looking for a place that's beautiful, natural, and historic, look no further than Furnace Town Historic Site. Our quaint forest village offers a number of stunning and unique backdrops that are perfect for your special day; including the Nassawango Iron Furnace and the Old Nazareth Church. For your reception, our large outdoor pavilion will fit any party you can plan with plenty of space for tables, food, drinks, and dancing! You'll be able to enjoy the natural beauty of our location and the history of it all—email today to book a tour of the best town to tie the knot in!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Venue is completely outdoors
  • Accommodates more than 200 guests
  • Dressing room available

Venue considerations

  • Additional event staff required
  • Does not have a dance floor
  • Couple must handle cleanup and setup
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Virginia Hotel & Cottages 
Cape May, NJ
  • Up to 60 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

The Virginia Hotel provides the perfect intimate space to celebrate your special day, indoors at the Ebbitt Room dining room or outdoors on the back garden patio. If you dream of a wedding by the sea, begin your story at this charming and impeccably-restored 1879 landmark boutique hotel in Cape May, New Jersey. The Virginia Hotel provides the perfect intimate space to celebrate your special day, With luxury accommodations including private cottages and welcoming guestrooms, as well as state-of-the art facilities on-site and nearby, we can help you make your wedding in Cape May everything you’ve dreamed of.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Picturesque garden backdrop
  • Flexible event spaces
  • Has a warm and cozy vibe

Venue considerations

  • On-site parking not available
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Requires outside catering services
The Bayly Estate 
Cambridge, MD
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Raw space
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $8,000

First sited in the 1750s, the Bayly Estate was expanded in 1796 as a family compound by the Josiah Bayly family. There are many beautiful homes on the Eastern Shore from this era, but none like this. Set on High Street, in the middle of Cambridge on what novelist James Michener called “one of the most beautiful streets in America,” the Bayly Estate has been hosting family gatherings for nearly three centuries. We have now opened our homes and carefully manicured grounds on over one acre to help you celebrate the most important moments in your family’s history. With seven bedrooms on-site and the ability to expand to 25+ rooms in the Historic District (to host principal families – the Hyatt Chesapeake Resort in town can accommodate another 300 guests), the Bayly Estate is perfectly set up to host your entire wedding weekend in style.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Surrounded by nature
  • Offers full flexibility in setup and decor
  • Natural elegance with open spaces

Venue considerations

  • Does not allow pets
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
  • Dance floor not included

About wedding venues in Selbyville, DE

Why Choose Delaware for Your Wedding Celebration?

Delaware packs exceptional wedding venues into its compact size, giving you access to stunning waterfront settings along the Chesapeake Bay, historic mansions with roots in the 18th century and charming rural farm estates featuring centuries-old barns. You'll appreciate Delaware's strategic location that makes it easy for your guests traveling from Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington DC to attend without you having to pay the premium prices these metropolitan areas command.

What Does a Typical Delaware Wedding Cost?

Planning a wedding with 150 guests in Delaware? You'll want to budget around $38,281 with venue costs averaging $4,622 which represents about 12% of your total wedding budget. Here's what you can expect to spend based on guest count: - 50 guests (small wedding): $17,057 - 100 guests: $27,995 - 150 guests: $38,281 - 200 guests: $47,482 - 250 guests: $56,683 - 300 guests (large wedding): $65,884

Where Can You Find Delaware's Most Beautiful Venues?

You'll discover Delaware's wedding venues clustered in three main regions across the state. In Northern Delaware and the Wilmington Area you can celebrate at Hotel Du Pont with its ornate chandeliers European-inspired architecture and century-old craftsmanship or choose Winterthur Museum & Country Estate featuring 60 acres of breathtaking naturalistic gardens. The Delaware Beaches offer perfect settings for couples dreaming of waterfront celebrations with panoramic bay views and beachfront ceremony spaces. If you head to Southern Delaware you'll find The Farmhouse with its 1800s architecture massive timber beams and multiple outdoor ceremony sites nestled within lush gardens.

Which Delaware Venues Offer Accessibility Features?

You can count on Hilton Wilmington/Christiana for wheelchair accessibility throughout all spaces along with stylish event rooms and customizable packages that fit your vision. The Clubhouse at Baywood gives you wheelchair-accessible pathways connecting all ceremony sites to reception spaces and accommodates up to 250 guests with both indoor and outdoor options so everyone in your party can fully participate in your celebration.

How Can Delaware Venues Enhance Remote Participation?

Juniper by Tonic in Wilmington offers you contemporary design with floor-to-ceiling windows creating an ideal backdrop for incorporating interactive live streaming and digital platforms that bring distant loved ones into your celebration. At Hagley Museum you'll enjoy historic charm with lush gardens where virtual attendees can experience 360-degree views of your special day. Winterthur Museum & Country Estate can help you integrate virtual tours of its vast gardens and galleries for remote guests making them feel included in all aspects of your wedding day.

Which Delaware Venues Offer Outstanding Culinary Experiences?

You'll love Juniper by Tonic's famous seafood and steak options served in a chic dining atmosphere that impresses even the most discerning guests. Deerfield Golf Club near White Clay Creek State Park delivers refined catering options and comprehensive culinary experiences that can be tailored to your preferences. Hotel Du Pont provides you with luxurious dining experiences in a prestigious setting where every detail is crafted to enhance your celebration.

When Should You Book Your Delaware Wedding Venue?

You need to book Delaware venues about 16 months (484 days) before your wedding date with October being the most competitive month requiring even earlier planning. If you're eyeing prime Saturday dates in May June September or October you should move quickly as these book first especially at historic properties with limited weekend availability.

What Seasonal Considerations Matter for Delaware Weddings?

Spring weddings let you showcase Delaware's flowering landscapes while fall ceremonies feature dramatic foliage creating vibrant backdrops for your photos. Summer beach weddings give you extended daylight for stunning sunset photography opportunities. Winter celebrations benefit from existing holiday décor at venues like Hotel Du Pont and often come with attractive off-season pricing at waterfront properties that might otherwise be beyond your budget.

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