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118 years in business

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5 team members

The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant is one of Cape May's most historic and iconic homes. From our beautiful ocean views to our award-winning chef and newly renovated guest rooms, this beachfront Georgian Revival mansion offers everything a couple could need to plan the wedding of their dreams!

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$22,550 starting price $22,550 starting price
$25,300 average price
Reception
$500 starting price

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FAQ

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

Yes

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

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$500

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

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Beach
Historic Building
Inn/B&B

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
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
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?

May
June
July
August
September
October
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November

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Reviews of Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant

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Peter Shields Inn in Cape May is highly praised by multiple reviewers for hosting stunning and memorable weddings. The venue's wedding coordinator, Amy, is commended for her exceptional assistance and calming presence throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Reviewers appreciate the beautiful beachfront location, delicious food, and the convenient BYOB policy at PSI. With excellent service, a charming venue that requires minimal decorations, and a positive overall experience, Peter Shields Inn is highlighted as the perfect choice for a dream wedding, as expressed by satisfied couples and their guests.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Peter Shields Inn in Cape May is highly praised by multiple reviewers for hosting stunning and memorable weddings. The venue's wedding coordinator, Amy, is commended for her exceptional assistance and calming presence throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Reviewers appreciate the beautiful beachfront location, delicious food, and the convenient BYOB policy at PSI. With excellent service, a charming venue that requires minimal decorations, and a positive overall experience, Peter Shields Inn is highlighted as the perfect choice for a dream wedding, as expressed by satisfied couples and their guests.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 34 reviews
Google
4.7/5 799 reviews
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Victoria Sent on 10/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect venue for our intimate wedding

My wife and I were searching for a wedding venue in Cape May that would accommodate a smaller guest list on a weekend day; we also wanted to prioritize the reception food for our guests, and had heard that Peter Shields is the best in town (it is!). As soon as we walked into the inn, we knew we had found our venue and right after called another venue to cancel the other tour we had scheduled that day. Not only is the inn right across the street from the beach (with ocean views from the reception area and guest rooms), it is also a beautiful historic building. Amy, their in-house event coordinator, was incredibly helpful throughout the planning process. I was an anxious bride and in the lead up to the wedding I lost count of all the emails I sent her with my questions, which she fully and promptly answered. We also brought A LOT of decor with us (we used silk flowers for our florals), which Amy and her team set up beautifully the morning of. As for the wedding day itself, staying over the night before and after with all our family members is something I'll never forget. PSI was a stunning backdrop to the ceremony, which was held on the front steps of the inn and lawn. It was the perfect space for our 60-person wedding, and during the reception guests flowed easily from the covered porch, to the dance floor, to the bar and dining room. Additionally, my biggest worry was that not many people would dance, with it being a smaller daytime wedding, but the dance floor was packed the entire time! So many guests came up to us to tell us that ours was one of the best weddings they'd every been to, and we have PSI, Amy, and all of the staff to thank for making our dream wedding come true!
Kathleen
Kathleen Sent on 08/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Selecting Peter Shields Inn = Game-Changer!

Selecting Peter Shields Inn as our wedding venue was an absolute game-changer in wedding planning and made our lives so much easier!

By booking PSI, it was almost like booking a wedding "kit"--the venue was nailed down for both the ceremony & reception (it included enough chairs for our ceremony), food/catering staff was handled by PSI, and Amy stepped in as our wedding coordinator. Amy was super helpful throughout the entire process and was just such a calming force on the day itself. She is an absolute pro!

The venue is obviously stunning and has made for both wonderful memories and photos. We got tons of positive feedback from our guests and everyone loved the food! PSI being BYOB ended up being a blessing in disguise...we were able to pick out and splurge on exactly what we (and our guests) like most.
We had a very small wedding (24 total) and booked all of the rooms at the inn. One somewhat overlooked bonus at the time of booking: once the restaurant closed, since we had all of the rooms at the inn, we had the place to ourselves. My husband and I, along with our closest friends and family, were all able to continue to hang out in the common areas (downstairs lounge, outside porches/patios, etc.), which ended up being some of our most special time from the day...everyone just sitting around together into the late hours of the night, laughing and talking.

If we had to do it all over again, or if we ever need a venue for another event, I will no doubt book PSI again. It was just lovely, easy (or I should say, "made easy" by all the staff), the location is fabulous (both by the beach but also being in Cape May), and everyone had a great time!

PHOTO CREDIT: Zora Photography
Thomas
Thomas Sent on 06/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our 5/18/24 Wedding at Peter Shield Inn, Cape May

In light of the weather, PSI provided a tremendous wedding experience for us. From the accommodations to the staff to the amazing food, it could not have gone any better. All our guests were very impressed with PSI and we highly recommend. 5 stars all around!
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