Chesapeake Bay Beach Club Reviews

We could not have been happier to get married at CBBC this past weekend! Our coordinator Erin was so helpful on the day of the wedding, and we truly didn't need to take care of anything. The food was amazing, view was stunning, and our guests were raving about everything from start to finish. We stayed at the Inn and had our rehearsal dinner at the Tool Shed, which I also highly recommend. All around- they made us feel so special. I wish I could rewind and live the day all over again!

I can't say enough great things about the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club and our wedding in September 2023.

Wedding Coordination: Samantha Rutherford is exceptional at her job. The planning process was seamless. She answered all of my questions thoughtfully and always had the most helpful advice. On the day of the wedding, the strap of my dress broke and Samantha quickly tackled the task. Samantha handled the day of coordination for vendors and guests, timeline prep, all of my decorations/requests, and any problem with ease. She's exactly the kind of person you want by your side on the day of your wedding.
The food: best wedding food I've ever tasted in my life, hands down. My parents attended the wedding tasting with us and my father kept wandering away mid conversation to get more food. He had the time of his life. Just check out their menu on their website, you won't be disappointed in anything. There's something for everyone and they make it easy to accommodate people with food allergies like gluten free, vegetarian, etc. Something else I didn't need to worry about since they were already experts. The food came out to the tables perfectly cooked and timely.
Venue: CBBC was the first venue we visited and we immediately fell in love and nothing else compared. The Inn on site was great for pre-wedding photos. The beach house ballroom is stunning and we got married in the sunken garden, but the rain option is also stunning. Go for the open house Saturday and you'll see how beautiful it really is.

A few more things:
-We used the Spa onsite for hair and makeup. They came up to the suite and I couldn't have been happier for the ease and service.
-Any staff member you interact with, whether it's at the Inn, the Market, the Bell-boy or wedding staff, they're incredibly accommodating, kind and helpful.
-Use their preferred vendors list and book early!

Thank you so much CBBC for everything. I'd 1000% recommend this venue to anyone looking for a team to guide you and help you on the best day of your life. We plan to spend our anniversaries at the Inn on site since the place brings back such happy memories.

The Chesapeake Bay Beach Club was everything we dreamed of and more. Teresa was our planner and was phenomenal to work with. She was attentive to every detail and allowed us to enjoy the day without worrying about a thing! The food was just amazing and we still have folks talking about that tater tot bar and ahi tuna tacos! CBBC was the perfect venue and I would recommend it again and again.

From our open-house tour to the end of our wedding day, we had nothing but wonderful experiences working with CBBC! Everyone on staff, and especially their coordinators, are extremely knowledgeable and responsive. My coordinator was Samantha and she was so helpful, responsive, and understanding throughout the planning process. She was amazing during the rehearsal and on the wedding day, making sure that we had everything we needed.

They also host food tastings for all the couples to try many samples from their menu, and this was one of our favorite events of our wedding planning! There are many food options to select from and every bite that we had was delicious! Our guests raved about the food.

Part of our reason for picking CBBC was that we loved both indoor and outdoor options, which was great to consider as it was pouring rain on our wedding day. The efforts of the whole team to keep the parties and guests as dry as possible despite the heavy rain was amazing. It is so clear that everyone at CBBC are professionals and experts in what they do! We are SO happy to have gotten married there.

I pretty much knew CBBC was the one before I even saw it in person. We toured a couple other venues but nothing compared to the beauty of the sunset ballroom. Since we were planning from California, I especially loved that they offered so many services on site (catering, coordinator, hair & makeup, hotel for me and my guests, etc)

All of my wedding guests said my wedding was the BEST EVER and I owe sooo much of that to CBBC and the amazing staff.
I was lucky enough to work with Teresa as my coordinator and she was so helpful from the very beginning. My husband and I live in Los Angeles but planning from out of town was a breeze thanks to CBBC. Teresa was so quick to answer any questions I had about the venue.
My husband and I truly had so much fun at our group tasting. We felt like we really got to know the space before the big day and act like guests at our own wedding! Trying all the amazing food and drinks and meeting the staff and other couples was a blast. I love how they set up the tables with different centerpieces so I could visualize my own decor.
Our actual wedding weekend ran so smoothly and I have Teresa and Marta to thank for that. These ladies worked over time to keep our guests happy, and our event on time without making anything feel too rushed. They took such great care of me, my husband, and my parents. Marta stayed with me leading up to the ceremony holding the train of my dress and even wrapped a blanket around me in between family photos because it was chilly by the water. They greeted us with champagne after our ceremony and a tray of appetizers in the bridal suite so we could catch a breath and some food before joining cocktail hour.
I could not recommend CBBC for your wedding enough. This was truly the best day of my life and I will treasure the amazing photos, videos and memories forever.

Wow! Is all I can say! Chesapeake Beach Club was amazing. My daughter had the most beautiful stress free wedding. Samantha was amazing as well as all the staff involved! The food was delicious, the service was wonderful. I could not have asked for more. The place is beautiful! My daughter got married upstairs as the sun was setting and it did not look real. The more beautiful setting you have ever seen! There were absolutely no problems with anything. Samantha took care of everything!
If I had another daughter I would marry her at the Beach Club for sure! Thank you to everyone who made this day so special!

We just got married about 10 days ago, and I cannot say enough great things about the Beach Club and their staff. Everything went flawlessly. The team at CBBC are consummate professionals, which took so much stress off me and really allowed me to enjoy the day. The food was excellent, and the space and view are unbeatable. Our day-of coordinator, Teresa, handled all the logistics and the vendors and got myself and my husband wherever we needed to be with efficiency and a smile. The staff set up and then subsequently packed up our personal decor, which was such a help. You will not regret getting married at CBBC!

The Chesapeak Bay Beach Club is the ultimate place to host your wedding or any event. They have so many different options and places to chose from, perfect for any occasion. The wedding team and staff is top notch! We had our wedding on 1/7/2023 which had to be changed last minute from our original day in June, and everything went flawlessly!!! Erin and her wedding team made the wedding planning process stressless. They are on top of everything leading up to the big day and on the big day itself. Communication throughout planning and up to the big day was constant and reassuring. I cannot say enough good things about this venue. It was worth every penny to have our wedding here. The food was also incredible and our guests kept raving about it.

We stayed at the Inn and loved our room. The decor, style and room itself truly felt like a home and high end resort. So many details of the room made our stay comfortable. We can’t wait to come back in the future when in town or for our anniversary.

The entire staff at the Chesapeak Bay Beach Club made us feel so special on our day and made us feel like family.

We couldn’t have picked a more perfect wedding venue! Everything was amazing! The venue, the staff, the FOOD, the Spa, the Inn all deserve 10 stars! Thank you so much for making our special day absolutely incredible! If we could do it all over again, I wouldn’t change a single thing! Perfection!

I am so happy we chose CBBC for our wedding. We used the Tavern Ballroom for our reception and had just over 100 guests. Our ceremony was on the lawn and we didn't even need a ceremony arch or anything - having the bay as our backdrop was just perfect. The service was top notch all night, guests were able to get drinks at the bar quickly, and the food was delicious. I highly recommend the tater tot bar and crab cake station for cocktail hour!
The entire planning process went very smoothly thanks to our coordinator, Samantha. She was always quick to respond to my emails with random questions and menu changes in the months and weeks leading up to the wedding. She was also super helpful on the day of, even packing up our decor items at the end of the night! It was so convenient staying at The Inn, and I used their salon/spa for hair and make-up for myself, the moms, and bridesmaids. They came to our suite in the barn and they did an amazing job!
Just a fair warning that you will EASILY surpass the food & beverage minimum if you want multiple options at cocktail hour, desserts, late night snacks, etc. But it's totally worth it.

We had the best wedding weekend. The staff and the atmosphere at the beach club were outstanding! We wish we could relive the weekend over and over again. The food was incredible, the hair and make did an amazing job. We loved everything about our experience with the venue.

The venue really speaks for itself in beauty but the staff were the ones that really sold us on this venue. They were so accomidating and really made us feel special and heard throughout the whole process. Our guest loved the venue, the view and especially the food! It was everything we were looking for in a venue.

Teresa and the CBBC were amazing to work with. They worked with our budget and were flexible when we needed to make changes! We could not have imagined a more beautiful day. It went so smoothly!
I will never forget when Teresa pretended to be the groom and danced with me to make I could with my train! She is amazing and even checked in to make sure I drank water throughout the night. THANK YOU!

I cannot say enough amazing things about Samantha and the staff at the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club. From our very first Saturday tour, to our follow up email interaction to create a contract we knew that we were dealing with true professionals that were going to ensure we had the smoothest day possible. I work 50 hour work weeks, and I wasn’t sure initially how a DOC would stack up against a full wedding planner. Samantha and the team over at the beach club conducted frequent check-in’s with me throughout my entire planning process, and not only did they encourage that I reach out with any questions or concerns, but they were always timely with their communication back to me. I had the biggest weight lifted off of my shoulders after our wedding planning session with Samantha back in January. Every last detail of our special day had been accounted for! The beach club was very accommodating in allowing me to bring over all of my supplies and décor throughout the week of the wedding and they even allowed me to stage it all. Samantha was constantly checking in to make sure we were all squared away for Saturday. Our rehearsal was held the day prior - Samantha just has a way of engaging with others, commanding a room, and keeping everyone on task while also maintaining a fun energy and ensuring an enjoyable experience for everyone. Now on to the big day itself – people are still complementing the day and sharing that they have never seen a wedding flow so smoothly. From start to finish there were no questions about where to go or when, and there were none of those awkward moments between events that you sometimes see occur at weddings. We had a rather large bridal party, and a wild one at that, but Samantha ensured everyone knew their places and where to be. Samantha was the last person everyone saw before taking their places. She fixed my strap that popped off (twice) seconds before walking down the aisle, and I was flustered in the moment but she was so calm and corrected it with ease. She fluffed my dress, she fed me before photos, she helped bustle my dress, I could go on and on. Bottom line- she knows what the heck she is doing and you would be incredibly lucky to have her as a part of your special day. As previously mentioned, the rest of the staff is fantastic. From Erin and Teresa answering emails during the initial planning process and supporting Samantha throughout her time off, to the staff in the parking lot and the serving/bartending staff ensuring our guests knew where to go and that they were well fed and taken care of, to Jess ensuring Tyler and I had everything we needed the entire day and even wiping my feet down after sunset beach photos, to Tyra and Emily at the Inn ensuring that Tyler and I along with our guests felt welcomed and comfortable (they even handed out our goodie bags for us!) not to mention the Inn/Beach Club left a sweet note and flowers in our suite the night of the wedding. The beach club was actually hosting more than one event on my wedding day but you would never be able to tell, we never even crossed paths with another bridal party/group of guests. I’m sure that I am missing some recognition, however I am so very impressed with this Venue and their entire team, I can assure you that if you book with the CBBC, that you will have a beautiful and memorable wedding weekend that your guests will be talking about for months.

Teresa and Marta were the most amazing day planners and coordinators who helped to make our day run flawlessly. Teresa took care of everything from working with décor and lighting rentals to providing a schedule and running the rehearsal and wedding itself. Marta was right there with us the whole night, bringing us appetizers during photos after the ceremony to make sure we ate and grabbing bobby pins when we had a hair malfunction. I could not be more grateful for their expertise and attention to detail.

The venue itself is beyond gorgeous, luckily we had a nice day that we could take photos outside, but I knew that the inside was just as pretty if weather didn't cooperate and we had to keep everything inside (great for peace of mind).

The food was INCREDIBLE. Everything from the apps to the dinners to the late night snacks were so, so good. You will not be disappointed with anything you order from CBBC.

CBBC was simply amazing for our 09/04/21 wedding. From the hotel staff at the Inn to Samantha at the venue, everyone made the process extremely smooth, stress-free, and easy. We received many compliments about the food (especially the chicken) and atmosphere. You simply can not get this view anywhere else on the bay. The sunset is unlike anywhere else!

After postponing our wedding in Utah twice we decided to move it to Maryland by family and were on a time crunch. After touring both venues I completely fell in love with the atmosphere. We only had about 6 months to re-plan everything, and it was the most seamless 6 months we could have asked for. Our planner was Samantha and she was incredible! From my endless questions to a quicker timeline, she handled everything with grace, flexibility and professionalism. She felt like a friend more than a vendor. All of my guests commented on how much they loved staying at the Barn at the Inn and how beautiful everything was, and the guests who didn't stay were bummed they didn't. The food was fantastic as well. Unfortunately we didn't get to experience everything the venue has to offer due to wedding chaos, but our guests enjoyed Knoxie's grill and the dipping pools and bikes for rent. The actual wedding day was seamless thanks to Samantha and team. The timeline felt natural and there really were no hiccups. My husband and I were catered to and our guests were extremely happy. We got married at the Inn and although the Beach Club is more popular due to being by the water, I would have to say that being steps away from our room was so worth it as well as having our own tented, cozy dance floor outside of the reception space. We got our hair and makeup done from the Spa onsite and they were incredible as well - we even got to get ready in our rooms! The fireplaces outside were a good hang out spot for us for the night before as well. I could go on and on about the venue and its staff - thank you again to Samantha and the whole team at Chesapeake Bay Beach Club for making our day perfect. We will definitely be back for an anniversary!

Choosing the CBBC was the best decision we made through out this wedding planning process. We visited 10+ venues, and none of them compare to food, landscape, beauty, staff, coordinators, the inn, etc. We were blown away. I worked with Samantha as my day of coordinator, but she played such a key role in helping make my day a success. I didn't have a wedding planner so I emailed her 10 times a day, and she always answered my questions so quickly even when her away message was up. I expected to be a little nervous, but as soon as my girls and I pulled up to the venue and I saw Samantha I relaxed and trusted everything would go smoothly. She was truly phenomenal. My guests are still raving about the food, beach access, tavern lawn, and sunset. We couldn't have been happier with choosing the CBBC.

I had my eye on CBBC since before I was engaged in 2019, I knew they booked up fast and was so excited for our summer 2020 wedding, so much changed with Covid but I could not be more thankful to have chosen CBBC and have had Samantha Rutherford as our coordinator. They worked with us on rescheduling and providing accommodations for social distancing and safely during covid - especially with the delta variant. Yes this venue is pricey but it's worth every penny for what a well oiled machine and accommodating venue in all aspects. If you can have Samantha as your coordinator you will be so lucky she is THE BEST!

We had the absolute best day at Chesapeake Bay Beach Club and it was no happy accident. We truly had a very challenging weather day but the team at CBBC was so unbelievable I never had to think about a thing and I felt so calm through the entire process because I knew they had it all under control. Basically, we not only had a scorcher (100+ degrees and humid) but all of a sudden it started to storm (it was not in the weather forecast until the day of) and the team at CBBC had it all completely perfectly orchestrated I didn't have to fret about a thing. Samantha our venue contact and day of coordinator was the best of the best. She is incredible and everything you could want in someone handling your wedding. She responds so quickly (which as a millennial; I appreciate so much!) but she is also so knowledgeable and has a way to put you at total ease. I loved working with her and she is truly someone who is so positive and perfect on your wedding day! Everyone in our bridal party was so impressed by her and our flawless ceremony rehearsal and the logistics during photos and the actual wedding day; it was all thanks to Samantha. It was flawless! We can't thank her enough!

At this point in the review, I have to mention that I am actually a wedding planner and I deal with a ton of venues and vendors; CBBC exceeded every expectation and experience I have had thus far with a venue. They truly know their stuff, which is actually very rare in this industry. Venues are a dime a dozen in this area but it is so hard to find a venue that has the logistics down. CBBC knows the logistics and executes a wedding beyond your wildest expectations. Their staff is incredibly well trained which is something that is hard to put a dollar amount on. As a planner, having a venue that knows exactly what they are doing is not a norm and usually the reason a couple decides to hire a planner is because their venue is all over the place and they are so stressed trying to decipher what the venue is telling them from day to day. Throughout the entire process, we had a clear understanding of what was expected from us and how the process worked. The entire set-up, meal service, reception service, cake cutting, dancing, breakdown, etc. was perfect and planned to the T. I never had to worry about a thing and as a planner I definitely had my eye on everything "behind the scenes" and everything even from a trained eye was perfection.

When my fiance and I were looking for a venue, logistics and the overall management of the venue was soooooo important to me because I had seen so many venues really struggle with true service and the ability to manage and execute a wedding. Choosing a venue is so much more than just the views, the food, what is included, etc. It is the people and the management of the property. CBBC has a staff that has been with the venue for years. To someone in the industry, this speaks volumes. Most venues have extremely high turnover rate which results in a less than perfect experience for couples who are planning a wedding there. Usually, throughout planning a wedding with one of my couples we get passed off to 2-3 different "coordinators" within a year (because of staff leaving). CBBC knows how to retain a staff and everyone tells you the exact same thing. They actually have a process and a method to the madness which is so unbelievably refreshing to see (I can't tell you how many crazy things I have seen and endured!). Yes, it definitely isn't a property where you can totally go off the grid and do your own thing, but trust me, what you will get will be incredible and sometimes not having to sweat the small stuff is worth not having the totally unique experience. Guests will forget your flowers, they will forget the unique favors, but they won't forget (or really understand until they are at a poorly managed wedding) how seamless your event was or how great the food was, or how well timed and managed everything was. Logistics, staffing, timing, and overall management are everything.

I should mention the venue is beautiful. They really maintain the property and reinvest a ton of money in their venues. It always looks incredible no matter the time of year. We had our wedding in the Tavern Ballroom which my fiance and I loved for its intimate feel and beautiful aesthetic. We loved that the dance floor and bar shared a space as this helped to keep people on the dance floor. We loved the grounds and the hotel included in the property which aided in a stress free wedding weekend.

I really cannot recommend CBBC enough. I have never seen a venue go this far above and beyond and the service was impeccable. Every service member was smiling and so helpful. It was the best experience and I am so thankful we chose this venue!

If you are comparing venues, don't forget to compare the actual logistical element and who will actually be there on your wedding day. Are you working with a new venue working out the kinks? Or are you working with a venue with years of proven experience? Not all venues can be compared by price, you must look beyond the dollars to understand the true value and CBBC is worth every penny.

Our wedding at the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club was an absolute dream. We knew the CCBC was “the one” the second we stepped onto the campus. The word “venue” really doesn’t do justice to the whole operation of the CBBC. With over 25 years of experience hosting weddings, the CBBC is the complete package that will help ensure every aspect of your day goes smoothly. Located right on the water, the beauty and coastal charm of every single space is breathtaking.

After having to delay our wedding for nearly a year, Samantha Rutherford (our assigned wedding coordinator) kept our spirits high and helped navigate us through the uncertainty of the pandemic with incredible kindness, understanding, and responsiveness. The lead up to the wedding is such a huge part of the experience and Samantha played a major role in making it as enjoyable and special as possible. She talked us through every question big and small and helped lay out different options to work within our budget. Her years of experience with a wide range of couples and attention to detail gave us the comfort and clarity needed so that we felt confident with every decision made. She directed the set-up, made sure we had an orderly, cohesive timeline, and was always on the same page with our vision of the space. Throughout our wedding night, ALL the wedding reception staff were incredible and so attentive. We felt so cared for and couldn’t have asked for better service. They facilitated the party of our lives and provided DELICIOUS food for our guests (the crab cakes were some of the best we’ve ever had – coming from two lifelong Marylanders). We are so grateful for the level of professionalism and warmth given to us and will never forget the memories created that day.

Our wedding was 4/30/21 in the Beach House Ballroom and Tavern Bayside. The CBBC team was INCREDIBLE and such a reassuring voice guiding us through a year of uncertainty! Every aspect of the day was a dream, simple and beautiful. They executed masterfully. The food was beyond. They are responsive, accommodating, and truly focused on making your day all you imagine it to be. A small business with high integrity!

CBBC was a dream venue. They were the most helpful, supportive, responsive team ever. Planning the wedding through the pandemic was made so much easier by the CBBC staff. Samantha Rutherford and her team made my wedding dreams come true! They made the wedding day absolutely stress free and so fluid. I can't recommend them enough!

We constantly received compliments on how amazing the venue was, how delicious the food was and how friendly the staff was. Couldn’t have asked for anything more