The Oceanview of Nahant Reviews

I got married on 8/11/18, and I’m still smiling from what a perfect day it was! We only visited two venues, and when we left Oceanview we both knew that was the place we wanted to get married. It’s an absolutely beautiful venue, and since we first booked they did huge renovations which made it even more beautiful! When we first visited, there was a sign with our names on it and we were greeted by Matt (owner). That warm, friendly vibe from that initial moment was felt throughout the whole process. All of the staff there are true professionals and truly care about making your big day as special as it can be. The food is absolutely delicious, and the menu has a lot to choose from! We also used many of their preferred vendors as we were not from that area and are so happy we chose them. Allison is a true gem. She walked us through our entire day for our final meeting and made us feel so at ease! She is such a positive, genuine person who will do whatever it takes to have your day go as smooth as possible! She was with us the entire night of our wedding and did a fantastic job setting up all of our decor beforehand! Caitlin did our rehearsal and took careful notes of how we wanted everything to be set up and made us feel so comfortable heading into the big day! We got married outside, and it was raining all day leading up to it but Matt, Allison, and Ralph had backup plans ready if needed. It stopped raining right before the ceremony, and they all quickly made sure the outside was ready for guests as they arrived. Richard the bartender is so personable and so attentive. Ralph is like the hero of your wedding. He makes sure everything runs smoothly and is so attentive to the bride and groom all night. I can’t even name everything that he does because it is so much! He actually had to sew my dress for me so I could bustle it. The fire pit finale at the end is cool and unique! Our guests really enjoyed that part. It is such a great way to top off your night! Best venue!

It's really hard to throw the word PERFECT out, especially when you planned your wedding 2600 miles away, but we are pretty sure in this case it's the only word to describe our experience with The Oceanview of Nahant! Brenda, Mike, Matt and the whole staff made our day more amazing than anything we could have ever imagined. There are so many details as you all know, and everything was flawless. One of our friends said, "I am pretty sure this is the best place you could EVER get married at" And boy was he right. If you are planning a wedding.. look no other place.. this is where you will have the PERFECT wedding. Thanks you for making our dreams come true!!!! Our vision of a fun, beautiful beach wedding was PERFECT!!! THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!

Clambake was excellent. Delicious. The servers and staff were wonderful and worked for the quests every need. I loved every minute of it. Wish I could do it again today!!

We recently had the pleasure of hosting our destination wedding at the breathtaking Oceanview of Nahant, and it was an experience beyond our wildest dreams! Hailing from Nashville, we took a leap of faith by choosing this venue without ever setting eyes on it in person. And let me tell you, from the moment we arrived, every expectation was not only met but exceeded in the most spectacular fashion.

First and foremost, the location is nothing short of enchanting. Perched on the edge of the Atlantic, the Oceanview of Nahant provides a picturesque backdrop that is unparalleled. The sweeping views of the ocean, the pristine beach, and the beautifully manicured grounds create a magical ambiance that sets the perfect stage for a fairy-tale wedding.

The culinary experience at Oceanview of Nahant was unparalleled. We chose to go with the swordfish and the chicken piccata, both dishes that our guests are still raving about. The hor devours were also spectacular and it was such a perfect touch to have those available to the wedding party in the VIP room during cocktail hour.

The service at Oceanview of Nahant was nothing short of exemplary. The staff exhibited a level of professionalism and warmth that made us feel like royalty. They seamlessly orchestrated every detail of our celebration, ensuring that everything flowed effortlessly. From the attentive waitstaff to the coordinators who meticulously executed our plans, their dedication to making our day perfect was evident in every gesture.

What truly sets Oceanview of Nahant apart, however, is their unwavering commitment to ensuring the bride's happiness. Throughout the planning process and on the big day itself, the staff went above and beyond to make sure the bride never had a care in the world. From handling logistics to offering a calming presence, they allowed the bride to focus on the joy of the occasion, creating an atmosphere of pure bliss.

In conclusion, if you're seeking a wedding venue that combines natural beauty, exceptional cuisine, outstanding service, and genuine care for the couple, look no further than Oceanview of Nahant. Our destination wedding was a seamless, stress-free celebration of love, surrounded by the enchanting beauty of this hidden gem on the shores of Nahant. Our heartfelt thanks go out to the entire team for making our special day an absolute dream come true!

My husband and I got married at the Oceanview of Nahant on August 10, 2019. Let me start by saying it was truly the best day of our lives. From the day we booked, Allison was my go-to with any questions. She was amazing. She answered me so quickly and was always happy and willing to do anything to help. There was always reminders sent out so that you know exactly what you should be thinking about in the timeframe you have. There was never any pressure placed to go with any type of extras that they offer. I see that Oceanview’s goal is truly to make your day how you envisioned it.
The day of the wedding, Ralph and Caitlin were there. They were available for anything we needed and thought of anything we didn’t think of. I think Ralph found my phone more than twice that night, and also searched for the box that our champagne flutes came in so they didn’t break on the ride home. Above and beyond. Mike also expressed to me how much fun he and the groomsmen had with him, and enjoyed hearing his many wedding hosting experiences. Oceanview as a team is a well–oiled machine. They are professionals at making your day beautiful. You can let go of everything and enjoy. Our wedding was nothing short of perfect. A month later, guests saying, “that was the best wedding I have ever been to”, and “I can’t get over the views at your venue!” Thank you Oceanview of Nahant, I would recommend you to anyone.

Our morning wedding and afternoon reception at Oceanview of Nahant surpassed all expectations, leaving us absolutely delighted! From start to finish, our experience was nothing short of exceptional. The team's flexibility in accommodating our timelines made the day flow seamlessly. They went above and beyond to ensure every detail was perfect, from capturing a picture with every table before serving food, to ensuring we actually got to enjoy our meal amidst the excitement. A special shoutout to Lish, our incredible coordinator, who was an absolute joy to work with. From our initial tour to the final meeting and throughout the big day, Lish was our go-to person, making us feel completely at ease and ensuring everything ran smoothly. Thank you, Oceanview, for an unforgettable celebration and for making our dream day a reality!

This setting is amazing and the people are great. I didn't have to think for a second on my wedding day, they had everything covered and told me whenever I needed to be somewhere. Food was amazing, lots of compliments. Outside tent was great as well. Highly recommended!

The oceanview was our first venue we toured and we immediately fell in love. We had Allison as our coordinator and cannot thank her enough! Her patience with us and commitment to detail throughout the entire planning process was outstanding!! She and the Oceanview staff are truly amazing and love what they do. They made sure every single detail was accounted for, even the small details we didn’t even think of. We cannot thank everyone at the ocean view enough for making our day so perfect and special for us!!

The oceanview of Nahant made our wedding day truly amazing. Everyone helped out with whatever we needed help with and our guests were very impressed by their hospitality. The venue itself was absolutely beautiful and the outdoor ceremony was perfect. The concierge Ralph went as far as bustling my dress which was truly amazing! I couldn't have asked for a better place and staff for our special day! Everyone went above and beyond to make it perfect for us!

Caitlin and Allison, along with the whole Oceanview staff, made our wedding day truly amazing! With COVID changing our plans so frequently, we were able to have a micro-wedding. They made it easy to plan from a 200 person wedding to 40, and were super accommodating through the whole process. Even when I got sick during the reception, Caitlin and Allison were quick to make last minute changes and it went so smoothly! I am beyond thankful for their hard work, they’re terrific!!

Our wedding day, although not what we'd originally planned, turned out perfectly thanks to the staff at the Oceanview. We got married this past July, when rules and restrictions were changing weekly due to COVID. But despite the uncertainty, the staff still seamlessly and professionally helped us alter our 180 person ceremony down to 50 people family-only. We were thrilled we were able to still get married on the Oceanview property, the view and atmosphere they have is stunning and feels so private. Upon arriving the morning of my wedding and from that moment on, Matt made sure everything ran smoothly, and was so dependable and helpful. It truly felt like everything was under control and I could breathe and relax and focus on what mattered. Even leading up to the ceremony and pre-COVID we were so happy with the customer service we received. Allison was so helpful and knowledgeable when we first toured the property and was efficient and friendly in all her communications following. I really can't recommend the Oceanview enough, my husband and I are so thrilled we chose them for our special day.

Bonnie and I would like to give thanks to The OceanView of Nahant for providing such wonderful service and accommodations for our wedding! Everything went great! Although windy, the weather held up and there was even sun and a rainbow! We appreciate everything their team did for us to make our wedding go smoothly and seamlessly. It couldn't have gone any better than how it went from arrival, departure and even during the entire planning leading up to our big day. We're very glad to have picked their venue and to have shared our wedding with everyone at OceanView. We hope that everyone at OceanView also enjoyed their time!

From Mike, Ralph, Heather, Lydia, Richard, Chef Kenny and to anyone else I may have not named here, we give our thanks!

We absolutely recommend The OceanView of Nahant to our family and friends as the top choice here in their search! We hope to return there during their weddings if chosen.

Thank you very much again The OceanView of Nahant and keep up the great service!

Words can't even begin to describe our experience at Oceanview! We got married on 6/28/18 and from the very first moment we stepped onto the venue to the actual wedding day, it was such an amazing experience and we are sorry to see it come to an end! The staff from beginning to end was so extremely helpful and committed to making our day perfect. During every step of the way, Allison and Matt were there to answer all questions, no matter how little or silly they were. On the wedding rehearsal and day of, Caitlin and Ralph were there to make sure everything was set up perfectly and our day went smoothly. Thank you to ALL the Oceanview team for making our day so special, amazing, and easy... full of amazing food, gorgeous oceanfront views, and fun, professional staff. Our guests can't stop talking about it and we will never forget how perfect our day was. You can't go wrong with the Oceanview!

Our wedding day at the Oceanview was nothing short of perfect! Everything about the venue is clean, up to date, and gorgeous. The new lounge gives it a more modern and chic vibe, but still ties in perfectly with the ocean-view theme. Allison and the rest of the staff are so easy to talk to and quickly responded to any and all questions that I had. They also recommended our photographer- Chris Connor from 26 North Studios- who is simply amazing. Allison got on the phone with me when needed and the online portal is very easy to use. In the final weeks prior to my wedding, Allison and Sammi were so helpful and made sure that they understood how I wanted all of my decor set up and helped us make final selections for our meals, etc. The day-of, not one person bothered me with any questions and everything ran smoothly. Ralph was our day-of concierge and we probably would have been lost without him! He looked out for us, made sure we had food and drinks, took care of my bouquet, and guided us throughout the night. From when we should say hi to our guests, to the dances with our parents, Ralph was on-top of everything and made sure we were where we needed to be. He even had the staff wrap up my food for me when I wasn’t able to finish it. On your wedding day it is SO important to have nice, personable people looking out for you and that is exactly what the Oceanview does for you. I highly recommend ending the night with a last dance on the beach and their Fire Pit Finale. It is something totally different that your guests will remember and gives you more time to be able to relax and hang out with your guests. On top of all that, the food was AMAZING and our friends and family are still raving about how delicious everything was. Thank you to the Oceanview to hands-down the most perfect day

If you are looking for your dream venue-- look no further than the Oceanview of Nahant! My husband and I were recently married there and our wedding was absolutely amazing! The views are breathtaking, the food is delicious, and the staff (from owners to head waitress to Maitre D') are wonderful! We could not be more please with our experience!

The staff at Oceanview made my day even more special than I could have ever imagined. Matt and Caitlin didn’t overlook a single detail, they made my family feel so welcomed and made wedding planning during a pandemic seem like a breeze. They accommodated everyone of my requests and made all my visions come to life ten times better than what I expected. The venue is beautiful, the staff is top of the line and I truly couldn’t imagine having my big day anywhere else. Thank you!

My husband and I were married on 12/2/17 and had our reception at The Oceanview of Nahant. From the day we toured the venue to the night of our wedding we were in love with the Oceanview. The staff ( Matt, Alison and Ralph) were so welcoming, professional and so attentive to our every need. The planning process was seamless and honestly, stress free!!! Matt listened and responded to all of our questions and concerns and was so accommodating. He made it so enjoyable to plan a wedding and is a true professional and exceptional at what he does. The night of our reception was perfect from start to finish. The food was phenomenal and we are still getting compliments from family and friends. It was a dream come true for us. The Oceanview Family are the BEST in the wedding industry and we recommend them to everyone. We are so sad it is over, but the memories we are left with will always make us smile! Thank You Oceanview!!! Alicia & Gino Borgonzi

Where do I even begin...

We looked at only one wedding venue in person back in the summer of 2018. We booked it officially 2 days after the venue tour. The Oceanview of Nahant is a hidden paradise in Nahant, MA that is completely private on a beautiful rocky beach. The staff at the venue goes above and beyond from that very first time you tour to the final goodbye at the end of your wedding day.

Our coordinator throughout the entire planning process was the lovely Allison and she was incredible. We are a covid couple, our original wedding date was 8.8.20 and in July of 2020, we made the difficult decision to postpone due to the pandemic. Allison was there to help with anything we needed and she made the postponement process as seamless as possible. She spent many hours with me on the phone and sent countless emails to answer all the questions and concerns I had.

Yesterday (8.8.21) we finally had our wedding celebration and wow, the team at the Oceanview did an absolutely incredible job. From the moment of arrival, Erica, Lish, Mike, the bartenders, all the staff on site that day made sure we were happy and ready for the big day. They kept the drinks flowing, the food hot, the dance floor clean. We were asked consistently if we needed anything and we just couldn't be more thrilled with our experience. Our guests raved about the raw bar, the signature drinks, the clambake menu, the photo booth and everyone was shocked and excited about the ice cream truck being on site at the end of the reception!

We couldn't be happier with how the day turned out. I would HIGHLY recommend the Oceanview to anyone looking for a beautiful seaside New England wedding venue.

My family booked OceanView of Nahant for my April 2014 Bridal Shower and we were all very pleased with this venue. The staff was great with working through the prep/planning process with my family, and also very good with my fiancé and myself the day of the shower. The venue has been totally renovated and is beautiful! We had been there for a wedding in 2011, nice, but definitely in need of a makeover, and that they did. The whole venue is clean, bright and new! Absolutely beautiful view of the water. You can't beat this venue for good food, reasonable pricing and new facilities with waterfront property and view for photos. Also a nice balcony outside which our party took advantage of on our beautiful, sunny day in April. Highly recommend OceanView of Nahant for any function!

We got married at the Oceanview venue this July 2025.  It is an absolutely beautiful wedding venue with gorgeous views and decor. Overall, everything ran smoothly and our wedding was a dream.  The food was great, staff attentive, and all of the add-on options are incredible.  We added on the Firepit Finale at the end and it was such a great decision.  The wedding planning portal and built-in check in schedule with event coordinators were incredibly helpful in the planning process.  The only blemish on a near perfect experience was the many changes in event coordinators we worked with.  We began with one assigned to us, switched to another a month or so before the wedding whom we had our final meeting with and went over all of our plans, but then had one whom we had never met before run our rehearsal, and then we had a completely different coordinator that we had not met before on our actual wedding day.  This did cause some slight stress/ anxiety as the wedding day approached.  We feel this aspect could have been communicated to us more clearly throughout the process so our expectations on the day were aligned.  That said, the coordinators did do an awesome job on the day.  We would highly recommend this venue to others. 

Simply the BEST!!!
Words cannot express how amazing our wedding was at the Oceanview of Nahant! The View, The venue, the food, the staff...every single detail was absolutely perfect! We not only had the best day of our lives, but our family and friends all raved about the venue, food, staff and view! They all said it was the best wedding they ever attended and it really was thanks to The Oceanview!! They went above and beyond to make our day perfect in every way...I could write for hours about how awesome everything was! Ralph was the most amazing and sweet wedding concierge! He helped us out throughout the whole night and made everything flow smoothly! He even brought me some dessert when he knew I was busy taking pictures to make sure I got some since he knew I love dessert!!! our DJ was amazing and fun!!! Allison, Brenda, Mike and Matt all were so great and helpful throughout the whole planning process.
Best of all...The price was unbeatable for the location and how perfect everything was. We did an all inclusive and it made planning our wedding that much easier!! I would recommend this venue to every bride out there!! Thank you Oceanview for making the best day of our lives perfect in every way! ??

My August wedding at Oceanview was amazing and every detail taken care of without any stress on my end. Al and the staff at Oceanview know what they are doing and make sure you have everything you need. The room captain Ralph is great at making sure you stick to the schedule chosen during the meeting 1 week prior to wedding. The only mistake was instead of serving sirloin steak as we had ordered, prime rib was served...but was delicious and didn't take away from the night at all!

The Oceanview of Nahant is simply amazing. I have nothing negative to say about my experience there. The staff at Oceavniew make it seem like your wedding is the most important wedding of the year. They are professional and kind! At the end of my wedding, I ended up hugging the staff because I was so happy and thankful for them! It was the best day ever and I have the staff of Oceanview to thank for that. The venue is beautiful with an amazing view. I told all my friends and family members to get married there, not only because of the amazing staff and beautiful view, but because the venue is beautiful and fun. I could go on and on about this place. You will not regret picking Oceanview for your wedding venue. It will be the best day ever. Thank you again, Oceanview!

5 stars isn’t enough for how amazing the team and venue at Oceanview of Nahant is. From the minute we toured the venue all the way to our wedding day, the team went above and beyond to make sure everything on our special day was perfect. I can not thank the team enough for everything!! The most perfect day ever thanks to them.

In 2013 on the 6th of July,
On the edge of the ocean and the sun setting in the sky,
The Oceanview for my husband and I,
Gave us the perfect day to begin our lives.
The food was a delight and the room what a sight!
From ceremony to celebration we danced all night!
And through it all, no matter what we needed,
The Oceanview staff made sure our request were completed.
We were treated like royalty, like a real queen and king,
and it was the Oceanview to thank for the entire thing!

My experience at the Oceanview was absolutely amazing! I didn't have to worry about anything, It was taken care of by the amazing staff at the Oceanview. I was able to enjoy my special day knowing it was in great hands! Its true the only thing they overlook is the ocean!!