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Surrounded by the ocean, The Sullivan House is Block Island's premier wedding venue. With natural beauty, historic elegance and fine cuisine, The Sullivan House is the perfect place for your Block Island wedding.

Our guest rooms blend antique décor with modern comfort. Guests enjoy our majestic wrap-around porch, the elegance of our Cypress Dining Room, and the relaxed vibe of the Snug, our lounge.

As for beach resort activities, we have on-site kayaks, SUP boards, bicycles, yoga, beach access and more.


Welcome to The Sullivan House, an Island original.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes

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

No

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

Chairs
China
Flatware
Glassware
Parking
Tables

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

20

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Inn/B&B
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
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
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

Reviews of The Sullivan House

Leah
Leah Sent on 11/26/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding venue!

Our experience at Sullivan House for our June 2024 wedding was absolutely incredible! From start to finish, the planning process was seamless, and Linda and Sean (as well as the entire staff) made everything so easy. They were attentive, professional, and went above and beyond making sure all the details were taken care of. The setting itself is breathtaking — the perfect backdrop for our special day - and the ceremony space and tent were set up exactly as we had envisioned it. The food was another highlight and was absolutely delicious! We received so many compliments from our guests about how amazing everything was. We truly couldn’t have asked for a better venue for our wedding day. Highly recommend to any couple looking for a beautiful celebration on Block Island!
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Sarah Sent on 07/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Above & beyond

Sean & Linda truly went above & beyond for our wedding week. While a lot is left to the last minute with seating charts, vendor coordination, last minute guest cancels... Sean & Linda were calm and collected through it all and put me at ease that everything would work out. They were extremely responsive that whole week and offered to help when it was outside of their job description. By the end of the weekend, they felt like part of our family.

The venue also speaks for itself. You couldn't have a prettier view in New England than the Sullivan House. The proximity to the beach for pictures in the dunes & the wraparound porch create a truly unique experience.

I wouldn't do anything differently! Best weekend ever.
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Meghan Sent on 07/21/2019
5 out of 5 rating

June 2019 wedding - amazing!

I honestly could not have asked for a better wedding. Of course, The Sullivan House is a spectacular venue, situated between two bodies of water on one of the most beautiful islands along the eastern seaboard. How can you go wrong?

However, Sean and Linda do not rely solely on the naturally gorgeous location of their establishment. They do everything they can to ensure that the bride and groom plan their wedding in an organized and detailed fashion, offering helpful pointers along the way. They are the perfect balance of professionalism and friendliness. So many people talk about how planning their wedding is a nightmare. As someone who generally dislikes planning large events, they made it so very easy for me. I actually enjoyed the process (as did my husband)!

The food is incredible - Sean is a gifted chef. The staff were so kind and welcoming to our guests. I can't tell you how many people came up to me to say that it was both the most beautiful AND fun wedding they had ever attended.

Linda deserves special kudos for making sure that the ceremony and reception flowed seamlessly. There were no hiccups. So many couples say that they don't get the chance to eat/dance/drink during their own wedding. Because of Linda and how she organized everything, we had ample time to enjoy food, mingle with our guests, and let the joy and beauty of the day sink in. I honestly enjoyed every single moment of my wedding, and nothing felt like it went by too quickly.

Finally, the Sullivan House is a great choice if you want your wedding to be more than one afternoon. We arrived on Thursday, had our rehearsal dinner on Friday, and the ceremony and reception on Saturday. Strongly recommend having the rehearsal dinner at the Sullivan House, as it allows you to settle in to the weekend (and they do a great job). Having it be a weekend, versus just a day, made the entire experience that much more memorable and lovely.

I could write a novel about how much I love this place. We plan to return to celebrate anniversaries :) Thank you so much, Sean and Linda!!
Meredith
Meredith Sent on 10/24/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Wedding!

Sean and Linda are so amazing to work with. They made our wedding day absolutely perfect! Both Sean and Linda were super helpful when it was raining on our wedding day, they were able to offer advice and back up plans that helped take the stress out of the weather. The food Sean and his team made was amazing, my guests are still talking about it! The Sullivan House has such charm and the views are truly amazing. I would highly recommend Sean and Linda and the entire team at The Sullivan House!
M
Margaret Sent on 09/06/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Our June 2017 wedding at the Sullivan House was everything we could have hoped for and more. Sean, Linda and the rest of the team made sure that every single detail was taken care of. We had 225 guests and the entire event was handled flawlessly. The food was amazing and everything about the event was timed perfectly. You absolutely cannot beat the beautiful views that the Sullivan House offers for a wedding. We will be forever grateful to the Sullivan House and Block Island Gourmet for making our wedding day the best and most amazing day of our lives.
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Tina Sent on 08/21/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Our guests cannot stop raving about the amazing views and food at the Sullivan House. We had a truly magical wedding day thanks to the welcoming staff at the Sullivan House.
J
Jenna Sent on 09/19/2014
5 out of 5 rating
We LOVED the Sullivan House and found working with Sean and Rosalie very easy and pleasant. Our guests were blown away by the beauty of the location. The food was delicious and every plate was clean. It was a bit late coming out but Sean and his team worked hard. He was available to answer any question at any time during the planning process and very thoughtful in trying to help you accomplish your dream wedding. I would recommend this venue to anyone.
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User1779134 Sent on 08/24/2014
5 out of 5 rating
The Sullivan House was the site of our wedding reception on BI this summer - choosing the venue was the best decision of the entire planning process! Sean was so great to work with from beginning to end and made our day so amazing & special. If you are thinking about getting married on BI you must choose The Sullivan House, you will have the greatest wedding!
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Wendy Sent on 06/26/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Absolutely amazing!!! Sean and staff were incredible and made my day a dream come true!!! <3
J
Jay Sent on 09/25/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Sean does a great job and you can not be the price. It was a dream come true and worth every single dollar we spent.
Jay
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The Sullivan House frequently asked questions

The Sullivan House includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by The Sullivan House for wedding events is known for:
  • Historic Building
  • Inn/B&B
  • Waterfront
The Sullivan House offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Sullivan House offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Sullivan House offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Wifi
The Sullivan House offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
The Sullivan House 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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