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Recommended by 100% of couples

About this venue

Located in beautiful Branford, Connecticut, Owenego Beach & Tennis Club offers couples a casually elegant beachfront setting for an unforgettable wedding celebration. Perched on top of a grassy knoll overlooking Long Island Sound, the venue showcases sweeping coastal views with the picturesque Thimble Islands scattered across the horizon. This family-owned venue has a relaxed seaside charm that creates an easy atmosphere where couples and guests can fully unwind and enjoy every moment of the big day.

Facilities and Capacity

Designed to highlight its stunning surroundings, Owenego Beach & Tennis Club features an expansive waterfront lawn where couples can exchange vows beside the venue’s charming garden. Cocktail hour can be enjoyed on the spacious seaside deck before moving into the historic inn for the reception. Large surrounding windows flood the space with natural light, while offering panoramic water views. Accommodating up to 200 guests, the venue is ideal for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations, offering flexibility for couples envisioning a relaxed yet sophisticated event.

Services Offered

The team at Owenego Beach & Tennis Club offers a wide range of serices to ensure every spceila occasione xceeds all expecations, in cluding attentive service and thoughtful coordination. Couples arrange venue rental and bar service directly through the club, while catering is selected from a list of preferred caterers to ensure a high-quality dining experience. Throughout the celebration, the dedicated staff focuses on every detail so couples can enjoy time with loved ones and fully embrace the magic of their wedding day. Reach out today to check availability and start planning the occasion of a lifetime.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 179 years in business

  • We speak English

Links

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Weddings at this venue

Cate & Andrew's wedding
Cate & Andrew
28 photos
Paige & Alan's wedding
Paige & Alan
41 photos

FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$600

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

100

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Beach
Historic Building
Inn/B&B
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

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Reviews of Owenego Beach & Tennis Club

Weddingwire
5.0/5 14 reviews
Google
4.8/5 64 reviews
Kaela
Kaela Sent on 07/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Best Venue Ever

My wife and I got married at The O in September 2025 and we cannot recommend it enough. Jon, Pat, Brenda, and the entire team are wonderful people who made us feel so taken care of from our very first walk through to our wedding day. Throughout the process, they were in touch with us regularly, super organized, and so easy to work with. We had about 185 guests and the space accommodated everyone perfectly.

Can't emphasize enough how much care, kindness and warmth they showed us throughout our wedding-planning process. It was their hospitality that took our great experience to an extraordinary one!

We had the BEST time at our wedding and our friends and family were blown away by the beauty and charm of the O. It's a stunning property. We were so proud to host everyone at this beloved and one of a kind venue.
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Alexander Sent on 05/17/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Wedding Venue

There cannot be a better place to get married in New England. The inn is breathtaking with beautiful views of the sound and perfectly manicured gardens. The inn itself is perfectly New England. Just do yourself a favor and visit.

But there are beautiful venues in many places. The hosts and staff made our wedding perfect. They will move mountains to support you, are incredibly honest and a dream to coordinate with. They truly make you feel like you are being hosted my family.

Particularly if you are looking to bring in outside catering, choosing the Owenego will be the best wedding decision you make.
Alexandra
Alexandra Sent on 02/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing August 2023 Wedding!

The Owenego's amazing service and beautiful grounds made our truly the best day of our lives. I cannot stress enough how amazing the service was! The staff and owner went above and beyond in every way! Our wedding was about 114 people, and every one of them was astounded by how beautiful, fun, and memorable our wedding was! Thank you so much to the Owenego!
Kelsey
Kelsey Sent on 09/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful location, wonderful staff, magical feeling

The Owenego was such a beautiful place to get married and the people there are wonderful to work with. John, walked us through everything we needed and helped with everything along the way. Brenda was such a wonderful and warm human being who made sure all my nerves on the day before were smoothed out. They allowed us to do a walk through of what the ceremony would look like the day before and worked with me to ensure our timing was appropriate for the song choices and more. I’m excited to share my pictures with John and his team and am thankful we were able to get married in such a beautiful place.
C
Christina Sent on 06/13/2022
5 out of 5 rating

June Wedding at the owenego

We had our wedding at the Owenego in June and we couldn’t have dreamed for a more beautiful day. John and his team were incredible. They made us feel at home the minute we toured the venue. It was a no brainer to have our wedding at the Owenego. We must have received a comment on the venues beauty from every guest!!
K
Kristen Sent on 08/03/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Absolute Perfection!

My husband and I had our wedding ceremony and reception at the Owenego in June and it was more amazing than we ever could have imagined! Our guests could not stop telling us how stunning the venue was and how delicious all of the food was. The staff was extremely available, knowledgeable, and helpful throughout our entire wedding planning process and wedding day. I felt so comfortable and relaxed that they had everything we wanted and needed under control. Our wedding ran so smoothly and was exactly what we wanted. You cannot beat the amazing scenery at this venue! On top of this, food is plentiful and delicious and the staff is extremely good at what they do. I highly recommend the Owenego and can't thank them enough for making our day so unforgettable!
Noel
Noel Sent on 06/17/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The owenego - a hidden gem!

John and all staff at the Owenego felt like family by the time my wedding was over. The Owenego is a hidden gem - beauitful views make for great picutres. The raw bar and cocktail hour was absolutely delicious. John was always very honest and flexible with us and even suggested ways we could save money. No hidden fees. What made us most happy was how happy our guests were. The staff at Owenego made everyone feel so welcome and Lynn did such a great job making sure we stuck to our timeline. Between the beautiful views and the beautiful staff - good vibes were everywhere the night of our wedding!
J
Jennifer Sent on 07/02/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Owenego is a hidden gem! We could not be more grateful to John & the entire staff who were so patient and kind throughout the entire process. Everyone is so relaxed and flexible to accommodate our requests, whether it was bringing in rentals, changing the house wines, and beyond. The venue is so beautiful, and Reid & I couldn't imagine getting married anywhere else. Everyone loved it and raved about the food. Though they don't do food tastings, rest assured that everyone will be well-fed with great portions! We love you Owenego & are so grateful!!
U
User2335552 Sent on 09/26/2015
5 out of 5 rating
The Owenego Inn is simply amazing. It was the first and only place we looked at for our wedding. The venue, grounds and the view here is gorgeous. The staff is so professional, helpful, flexible and extremely easy to work. The atmosphere here is so relaxed, comfortable and beautiful and our guests loved it. The food and service was also amazing and we received so many compliments. The extensive passed appetizers were delectable and the fancy buffet was delicious. Everything was perfect. The staff also made it so easy for us by setting up and cleaning up all our favors/decorations/"extras" so we did not have to worry about a thing on the day of the wedding! They only do one wedding a day here and you can tell it is their priority to help you have an amazing experience. We are so happy we chose the "O" for our wedding and would not hesitate to recommend to anyone!
S
Sarah Sent on 08/04/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Everything was perfect and amazing from the initial meeting down to the day. Everyine we dealt with was nice, accommodating and extremely professional. It was clear that they cared to make sure our day was perfect. We felt like part of the family. We received multiple compliments from our guests regarding how perfect everything was from the atmosphere to the service. We couldn't have asked for anything more perfect.
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Owenego Beach & Tennis Club frequently asked questions

Owenego Beach & Tennis Club includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Owenego Beach & Tennis Club includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Owenego Beach & Tennis Club includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
The space offered by Owenego Beach & Tennis Club for wedding events is known for:
  • Beach
  • Historic Building
  • Inn/B&B
  • Waterfront
Owenego Beach & Tennis Club offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Owenego Beach & Tennis Club offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Owenego Beach & Tennis Club offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Owenego Beach & Tennis Club offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Owenego Beach & Tennis Club is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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