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The 10 Most Luxurious Places to Get Married

If you desire a fairytale wedding – be it in a castle, an opulent mansion, or a private island – these venues deliver. Many offer a full wedding planning team at your disposal. Here are the 10 most luxurious wedding venues.

10. Pleasantdale Chateau: West Orange, New Jersey

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Photo from @pleasantdalechateau, Instagram

This is one of the most sought-after celebrity wedding venues in America. The venue specializes in high-profile wedding coordination. It sits on a 40-acre estate that’s hidden and offers a fairytale wedding amid a magical landscape. It can accommodate 350 guests. The Châteaux is the epitome of luxury, with a crystal chandelier, limestone columns, and 17th-century Spanish floor tiles.

9. The Biltmore Estate: Asheville, NC

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Resting on a sprawling 8,000 acres, The Biltmore Estate was completed in 1895 and is considered one of the most highly regarded luxury venues in America. It’s the largest privately owned home in the US. The stunning landscape features perfectly manicured lawns and peaceful Koi ponds in its Italian gardens. Couples have a wedding, culinary, and event team at their service.

8. Belmond Hotel Caruso: Ravello, Italy

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Photo from @belmondhotelcaruso, Instagram

One of the most exclusive luxury hotels in Italy is the Belmond Hotel Caruso, located on the Amalfi Coast of Ravello. This former 11th-century palace overlooks the cliffs of the Tyrrhenian Sea. There are terrace gardens, opulent furnishings, fine dining options, and more. It’s considered a haven of romance and one of the most exclusive luxury hotels in Italy.

7. Beacon Grand Hotel: San Francisco, CA

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By Joltex – Own work, CC0, Wikipedia

There are many places to host your wedding at the Beacon Grand Hotel. It offers 17 meeting rooms, including its 3,081 square-foot grand ballroom. It is centrally located in the heart of San Francisco. Because of the numerous places to host your wedding, it’s recommended to contact the hotel’s event team for a personalized wedding quote.

6. Oheka Castle: Huntington, NY

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Historic Oheka Castle sits high atop Long Island’s highest location on 23 acres in Cold Spring Harbor. There are 127 guestrooms and it can accommodate 700 attendees. It provides serenity and privacy by only hosting one wedding each day. European-inspired architecture, gardens, and fountains abound. It’s been featured in numerous TV shows and films, including Citizen Kane and The Others.

5. The Richard Nixon Library & Birthplace: Yorba Linda, CA

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Elegance is what you’ll find at the Richard Nixon Library and Birthplace. This enormous venue includes an event center, grand ballroom, and outdoor event space. It can host events for 700 guests. In addition to the large grounds, there is a cottage nestled inside towering pepper trees and the largest public rose garden in Orange County.

4. The Oceana Restaurant: New York, NY

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Photo from @oceananyc, Instagram

The Oceana Restaurant resides in the heart of NYC a few steps from Rockefeller Center and Radio City. This elegant restaurant provides an expert team of chefs, coordinators, and sommeliers. The floor-to-ceiling display of the restaurant’s wine collection is legendary. It accommodates 80 guests in the Grand Salon, 18 in the Wine Room, and 150 in the main dining room.

3. The Savoy Hotel: London, UK

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The Savoy offers ample assistance from a variety of wedding professionals. They will guide couples through the wedding planning process. The staff includes planners, florists, butlers, and banqueting experts. The hotel features 276 guestrooms, a breathtaking view of the River Thames, and a celebrated chef. The Lancaster Ballroom can accommodate 400 guests. Smaller ceremony and reception locations are available.

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2. Velaa Private Island: Noonu Atoll, Maldives

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Velaa Private Island offers the ultimate island escape with one-of-a-kind views, total privacy, and luxury service. It’s located in one of the most serene settings in the world – the Maldives. It can accommodate 50 guests. Stay for your honeymoon and enjoy the latest in high-tech water toys, snorkeling, rock climbing, golf, big game fishing, and more.

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1. Châteaux Vaux-le-Vicomte: Maincy, France

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By Jean-Pol GRANDMONT – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikipedia

The Châteaux Vaux-le-Vicomte is a theatrical and majestic event venue designed in the 17th century. It is capable of hosting weddings of unparalleled luxury. It’s home to the original French Formal gardens. The Châteaux Vaux-le-Vicomte is located 31 miles from Paris. It also offers helicopter service for guests, fireworks, carriage rides, and more.

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