The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events
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About
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.
- Woman-owned
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Carlin D. Married on 04/23/2022Elegant, Timeless, Personable Wedding Destination
We were just married at The Oaks on April 23rd and could speak for hours to the incredible venue, food, location, and most especially, the people. To Missy, Candi, and Lamond, they were the very best to work with – easygoing and professional from the start, and made us feel like we were the only couple in the world to get married there. The cost was affordable, but truthfully, considering the view of the bay, the remarkable condition of the venue, the steak and crab cake dinner, and service, it should have been much, much more. The flow of our wedding weekend included rehearsal dinner on the dock, the ceremony at the point overlooking the bay, cocktail hour alongside the Inn, and reception indoors. The Bridal Cottage and Grooms Suite made the perfect locations for our entire party to get ready (15 total!), and the entire Inn housed our families for four days. We had 150 guests who moved easily throughout the venue and explored St. Michaels during the day, plenty of activities to do before (and after) the wedding, it was easy to find for our out of town family. If there are any reservations in your mind about booking your wedding with The Oaks - get rid of them. This is your sign!! We are forever indebted to this lovely place and the people who manage it.-
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Kathleen L. Married on 11/13/2021Perfect place for a wedding!
The Oaks was the first and only venue that my husband and I toured. Tucked away on a peaceful cove, it had everything we wanted and so much more. It’s big enough to accommodate our family and friends so that we were able to spend extra time with them, but small enough that the staff could take amazing care of us. Attentive service, delicious food, not to mention the gorgeous views from every spot on the property. We will definitely be back for weekend getaways!The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events's reply:
Dear Kathleen. Thanks for the wonderful review. We just looked at your photos and they are GORGEOUS!! The property in November is always so beautiful. We look forward to having you and Pat come back for a visit soon.
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Sarah H. Married on 10/16/2021A dream!
Words cannot explain how LUCKY we felt to be married at this venue! The Oaks Waterfront Inn is a dream come true. We initially fell in love with The Oaks and their staff via FaceTime during the COVID pandemic. We visited one week later and it was true - the Inn is amazingly gorgeous!! We were floored by the hospitality, the delicious food, the thoughtful and friendly staff that feel like family, the beautiful landscaping and the homey-ness of the Inn. We got compliments all evening on how wonderful of a venue The Oaks Waterfront Inn is. People are still raving about the FOOD!!!!! We would 1000% not have had as amazing of a wedding day without Candi, Missy and Dolores - not to mention Paul the INCREDIBLE chef and every single staff member. They went above and beyond for our wedding and we could not have chosen a better place. The bridal cottage is one of my favorite parts.. and my now husband loved being able to play all the fun yard games on wedding day. Having a rehearsal dinner, your ceremony/reception and your suites in one place was what we were looking for and it felt like a private weekend getaway for us and all of our loved ones to be together. We love The Oaks Waterfront Inn and will visit for years to come!!! :)-
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The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events's reply:
Dear Sarah and Nick. Thank you so much for the glowing review. What we at The Oaks will always remember is THE WEATHER! The rain waited all day and then you were able to have your lovely ceremony on the covered dock and the photos are just gorgeous! Thanks for including those photos and we are hoping to see more please. Please come back to visit us from time to time. Congratulations to you both. Best, Candi, Missy and the entire Oaks Team -
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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!
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9am-5pm, 7 days a week
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?
- 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?
- Cake Cutting
- Server(s)
At The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events, what does the bar service starting price include?
- 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?
- Ballroom
- Historic Building
- Inn/B&B
- Waterfront
What kind of indoor/outdoor options are available at The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events for wedding events?
- Indoor
- Covered Outdoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
- Scenic Views
What kind of wedding events does The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events offer?
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Rehearsal Dinner
What services does The Oaks Waterfront Inn & Events offer 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?
- 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?