A waterfront wedding venue in Easton, Maryland, The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events has been an integral part of the wedding community since 1997. Located on a cove off the Chesapeake Bay, the venue provides the picture-perfect setting for celebrating your union. Locally owned and managed, The Oaks Waterfront Inn is the perfect choice for a joyous gathering of family and friends!
Facilities and Capacity Surrounded by 10 acres of scenic landscape, The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events boasts an abundance of versatile event space. Offering both indoor and outdoor settings, the venue comfortably accommodates a maximum of 230 guests.
Services Offered Those who book The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events for their festivities benefit from a wide array of services. In addition to all-inclusive wedding packages, the venue also offers the following:
Setup
Cleanup
Event planning
Event rentals
In-house bar
In-house catering
Lighting/sound
Accommodation Overnight lodging is provided for couples and their guests in the form of well-appointed waterfront rooms and cottage. Each room features either a King or Queen bed, modern bathrooms—some with jetted bathtubs—irons and ironing boards, hairdryers and toiletries.
History The history of The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events dates back to the 17th century. Nestled on 42 acres of land, the venue was first sold to Frederick and Louise Harper in 1884. The Harpers began running the Inn as a boarding house in 1902 to help with farm expenses. In 1971 the couple sold it to the German Company Schwaben International who ran it as a corporate resort and cultural conference center. Purchased by a St. Michaels couple in 1996, the venue was completely renovated and now features spacious rooms with water views and modern conveniences.
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The Oaks does it all! First, let me say that my wedding weekend went off without a hitch. All thanks to the amazing staff at The Oaks who anticipated my every need and coordinated with all my vendors so I was able to be completely hands-off on my wedding day. You do not need a planner if you choose The Oaks. They provide you a list of vendors who they work closely with. This is how I found my florist, who I absolutely loved. I even brought in a few new vendors, all of whom told me that The Oaks staff were welcoming and helpful. The FOOD - they feed you all weekend! They cover your rehearsal dinner, two breakfasts, cocktail hour, reception and desserts - all absolutely delicious. In reflecting with friends and family, we all agree the best part about our wedding at The Oaks was that our families and wedding party were able to stay on-site at the Inn for the whole weekend. Their 14 rooms + private Bridal Cottage are extremely well kept and managed. Candi, Tracey & Missy were all wonderful to work with and provided me the support I needed during planning and on my big day. We are so happy we chose The Oaks!
Sent on 01/29/2021
Susan W.
· Married on 03/04/2021
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Amazing Wedding Weekend
Our families had an amazing experience at The Oaks. Start to finish, all aspects of the wedding weekend were excellent. We could not have asked for anything different. The staff was amazing and Tracey made sure every detail was perfection. The Oaks staff allowed us to have the wedding our kids had dreamed of. Can't thank The Oaks enough!
Susan Wojciechowski
Sent on 05/01/2019
The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events's reply:
Dear Sue (and all the Wojo's & Kruegers) ~
Thank you so much for your kind words! We absolutely loved working with everyone to make Kelly and Collins dream wedding happen! What a fantastic wedding it was and we wish them a lifetime of happiness! Cheers!
Collin K.
· Married on 03/04/2021
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Dream Wedding Weekend at the Oaks
There are no words that can adequately capture just how incredible our wedding weekend at the Oaks was. We emphasize weekend because that was one of our favorite features of the Oaks – your wedding party gets the entire property to yourselves for the weekend, which allows your wedding to be so much more than the ceremony and the reception, it makes for a truly relaxing and warm getaway. Everything about the Oaks itself is top notch. The facilities are breathtaking, clean, and accommodating; the food is incredible; and the bar selection plentiful. But above all else, what sets the Oaks apart is the staff. Everyone goes out of their way to make sure that you and your guests feel at home and have an incredible time. We cannot tell you how many of our attendees remarked that what struck them most was the friendly demeanor of the entire staff. Tracey, the on-site wedding coordinator, stands out among this phenomenal group. She made every minute of our experience seamless and easy – all while ensuring that our dream wedding stayed on schedule. We would unreservedly recommend everything about the Oaks!
Sent on 05/12/2019
The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events's reply:
Dear Collin and Kelly ~
You fit so perfectly together! You respect each other, you cheer for each other, you always consider each other and you truly just love each other. All this because you have been surrounded by such an amazing support system of family and friends! They will always have your best interests at heart just like the two of you do for each other! I am so honored and so blessed to have been a part of your special weekend! Many thanks from me and the entire team at The Oaks and we wish you a lifetime of joy and happiness!
Cheers ~ Tracey
The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events is a beautiful venue with a great location and an amazing staff. Their professional service is always a pleasure to work with for events. We work often with them for weddings and special events. A must see for your Wedding venue!
It is an absolute delight to work with the staff at the Oaks, your home away from home.
Their goal is relaxed perfection in the beautiful, peaceful setting of our beloved Eastern Shore.
From calling to check on information to final set up of our brides floral designs the staff is always professional and helpful. Tracey is inspired confidence, we adore her! The food is always amazing. The ballroom space and linen colors give us limitless possibilities. Thanks to all the behind the scenes personnel who support us and help us carry out our delightful task of setting up for our events. Paul and Candy we thank you for the vision of constant improvement.
Needless to say we love working with and for the Oaks.
Shirley and Roxanne
Seasonal Flowers
How much can I say about such a perfect wedding/event venue? I honestly have to see how much space I have since I will have to cut short my accolades! The Oaks is all one could want in a venue- lovely setting, personal, caring and professional staff, great food, self-contained so it really is yours for your wedding. I know that the folks there take great pride in all these things and truly want your wedding to be perfect. As a photographer, I have worked there often and yet never feel I've used all the lovely backgrounds that the setting offers. I truly love working there!
The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events frequently asked questions
What items and services are included in the starting site fee at The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events?
The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Transportation
At The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events, what items and services related to wedding catering are included in the cost?
The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
Cake Cutting
Server(s)
At The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events, what does the bar service starting price include?
The bar service starting price at The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events includes:
Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
What are the most important characteristics of The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events in terms of venue type, style and location?
The space offered by The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events for wedding events is known for:
Ballroom
Historic Building
Inn/B&B
Waterfront
What kind of indoor/outdoor options are available at The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events for wedding events?
The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor
Scenic Views
What kind of wedding events does The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events offer?
The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events offers the following types of wedding events:
Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner
What services does The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events offer for wedding events?
The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events offers the following services for wedding events:
Accommodations
All Inclusive Packages
Bar Services
Cake
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Lighting / Sound
Set Up
Wifi
What furniture and decorations does The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events have available for wedding events?
The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
What percentage of users recommend The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events and which are the most valued aspects of their wedding services?
The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events is recommended by 95% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in professionalism, 4.7 in flexibility and 4.7 in value.
