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The Lighthouse Inn
"We just had the most magical wedding at the Lighthouse Inn in West Dennis this September. Kelly,..."
"The Lighthouse Inn was the perfect venue to bring our vision of a classic Cape Cod wedding to life...."
Why couples loved this venue
- Quality catering
- Guests comfort
- Amenities
What is the story behind The Lighthouse Inn?
The Lighthouse Inn is a historic oceanfront resort in Cape Cod, near West Dennis, MA, with a working lighthouse, 80 guest rooms, and cottages. Our dining venue was completely renovated in 2026 and renamed The Meridian Cape Cod, featuring a classic Cape Cod coastal vibe with beautiful lighting and decor that will complement any waterfront wedding.
Our food and beverage options are now unmatched in the area, providing the highest quality and elegance you and your wedding guests would expect.
Wedding-bound couples and their loved ones can enjoy customized weekend packages with spectacular views, exceptional cuisine, and memories to cherish for a lifetime.
Couples can tie the knot in an open-air ceremony by the waterfront vistas of the Nantucket Sound. Surrounded by an azure sky and the calming presence of the water, you and your loved ones will feel entirely rejuvenated. Inside The Lighthouse Inn, you'll be welcomed into a brightly lit ballroom for your anticipated reception festivities.
Complete with entiring new flooring, elegant table settings, and large windows overlooking the waterside views, this venue offers a beautiful space to mark your milestone occasion. Ideal for 230 guests, The Lighthouse Inn suits most medium and micro wedding styles.
As far as seaside weddings go, The Lighthouse Inn provides couples with a blissful beach vacation vibe. Guests with dietary preferences need not worry as the chefs can accommodate any need, from vegan to pork-free, nut-free, or gluten-free. We have an entirely new culinary team in place for 2026 that can make your wedding dreams a reality.
Everyone can toast to their happy future together as newlyweds with a glass of champagne or any other beverage from the bar. The team would be delighted to assist with planning and can link you and your guests to overnight lodgings. You can opt for either their cottages or suites with cable TV, air-conditioning, and oceanfront views.
As many as 230 guests can join couples for their wedding at The Lighthouse Inn. Couples can wed on a lawn space overlooking the blue waters of the picturesque Nantucket Sound. The charming white inn with black shutters and rooftop also makes a quaint backdrop for a wedding celebration, or for wedding portraits while guests enjoy cocktails on the deck. Inside, the venue’s ballroom has green carpeting with a wooden dance floor. The columns in the room and the walls are crafted from matching brown wood, giving the venue a rustic feel. Plenty of large bright windows overlook the lawn and the water as the sun sets.
Couples can host any wedding-related event at this venue, including ceremonies and receptions, but also bridal showers, elopements, engagement parties and rehearsal dinners. Accommodating services welcome couples with a charming bridal suite, onsite parking for guests and wireless Internet to help everyone stay connected on the wedding day. Accommodations ensure that couples and guests can enjoy the night without worrying about how they’ll get home or where they’ll spend the evening. Other services at this historic hotel include:
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A completly renovated dining venue with unmatched waterfront elegance on Cape Cod. A fully stocked bar, complete with bartenders to pour a champagne toast and a signature drink, means that couples don’t have to worry about providing alcohol for the celebration. The wedding menus can be prepared with gluten-free, lactose-free, no pork, nut-free, organic, vegan, and vegetarian options for guests with dietary restrictions. The culinary masterpieces from the kitchen can be served in the following catering styles for a couple’s wedding:
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- Cocktail reception
- Dessert
- Hors d’oeuvres
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Accommodation
This inn offers rooms with the option of an oceanfront stay, suites, and cottage spaces. All of the lodging options at The Lighthouse Inn offer a full bath, cable TV, a small refrigerator and air conditioning. These quaint accommodations are located in or steps away from the main facility for the convenience of any overnight guests. Couples can spend their first night as newlyweds in one of the inn’s private cottages.
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The Lighthouse Inn delivers a quintessential Cape Cod wedding with beachfront ceremonies, charming cottages, and stunning views. Guests praise the responsive coordinator and attentive staff, flexible menu options, and delicious food and drinks. Onsite lodging, reasonable pricing, and smooth problem-solving made it a highly recommended venue.
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