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You’ll be swept awaywhen you say “I do” on the
coast! British Columbia’s coastline has a wide variety of beautiful and
diverse locations to make your special day even more magical. Whether
you’re exchanging vows on the beach in midsummer, or in the heart of a
winter storm, the coast is the perfect, picturesque destination yearlong.
Coastal weddings offer the opportunity to relax and enjoy the brilliant
landscapes where the mountains and temperate rainforest meet the
ocean. Surrounded by enduring elements, you and your partner will
feel the permanence of your bond, filled with the knowledge that you
will spend the rest of your lives together.
There is no need to spend money creating intricate backdrops to make
your wedding special, because the natural environment has already cre-
ated the perfect scenery. From lush, old forests with dappled sunlight
to calm rolling seas and sandy beaches, the British Columbia coast has
a variety of beautiful landscapes. Local photographers have the exper-
tise to utilize the natural landscapes and lighting to create snapshots of
the memories that you will treasure for the rest of your life, whether
your wedding takes place in bright sunlight or darker weather.
Coastal destinations may be a staggering prospect, as the planning has
to be done at a distance, but the inns and resorts that cater to wed-
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dings take great pride in making the process as easy as possible. With
consultations, advice on vendors, and experienced wedding planners
on hand, the stress of planning your big day melts away. With so many
venues to choose from, not only will you find your dream location
and the best support staff, but also avoid the troubles of overbooked
locations closer to home.
The coast is not just for intimate elopements, but can also accommo-
date grand weddings with over a hundred guests. Customized wedding
packages allow you to organize all the details and a huge variety of
venue destinations mean you can have your wedding your way, wheth-
er you want an intimate, natural wedding with lodging in a small cabin
nestled between parkland and ocean, or an elegant, romantic wedding
with formal, traditional rooms close to the heart of a city.
British Columbia’s coastline is renowned for its natural beauty. Where
the forest meets the sea you can have the most beautiful elements of
any setting. Treat yourselves and your guests to a magical day away,
where the serenity of nature will make it a day no one will ever forget.
To help you on your way to planning your perfect day, we’ve selected a
handful of beautiful coastal treasures.

E N G L I S H I N N
The English Inn, located in Victoria, British Columbia, is a 107 year old
historic landmark to the township. The inn is a Tudor style manor house
designed by famous architect Samuel McClure and is located on just over
an acre of sprawling gardens. The tranquility of the private estate, only
seven minutes from the city’s inner harbour, makes it a popular destination
for a peaceful ceremony within the city.
Despite the secluded feeling of the Inn, just a forty minute walk along the
harbour is the downtown core. Closer at hand, only ten minutes away, is
Saxe Point Park, a beautiful location for oceanside photos. Guests are also
within walking distance to the water taxis on the west bay marina, which
can take them to the inner harbour or dockside restaurants.
The existing beauty of the Inn means that very little additional décor is
needed to make it a magical setting. The stone and water features and lush
garden provide a stunning backdrop for your wedding ceremony. The inner
manor has undergone considerable renovation to add modern touches that
still hold the old world charm that makes the site truly special.
The English Inn offers a variety of options for wedding parties to ensure
your day is unforgettable. Parties can book the entire estate exclusively and
guarantee a private affair or they can book the venue and rooms individual-
ly. The Inn offers room block discounts, rates on the front and back side of
your event date, as well as being flexible, when possible, to help you make
your dreams come true.
From the day of inquiry to the night after, you will be given the undivided
focus of one of the event planning staff. It is their goal to make each bride
and groom as comfortable as possible throughout their entire wedding. Al-
though the English Inn operates as a hotel, they are driven, dedicated, and
experienced when it comes to making your event as flawless as possible.
venue details
W E D D I N G P A C K A G E S :
The English Inn has two elopement packages for groups under 10 people.
Package 1: Includes 30 minutes in the Sunken Garden, table and chair for
signing the marriage license, bridal bouquet and groom’s boutonniere, and a
marriage commissioner.
Package 2: Includes one hour in the sunken garden, one night in the Crown Jewel
Suite, wedding cake for two and a bottle of bubbly, plus all of the above.
There are no specific packages. Each wedding is custom tailored. Prices vary
depending on choices.
S E R V I C E S :
The Inn has tried and true suggestions of partnerships that have worked well with
the property in the past including four partnered caterers with different styles,
techniques, and price points.
venue details
C E R E M O N Y :
The Sunken Garden & Stone Pavilion have a
capacity of 150–180 guests
The Fireside Ceremony has a capacity of 10 guests
R E C E P T I O N :
The Rosemeade has a capacity of 75 guests seated
or 150 cocktail
The Courtyard Garden has a capacity of 110 seated
or 150 cocktail
The Ivy Room has a capacity of 20-25 seated for a 3
course plated service
A C C O M M O D AT I O N S :
The English Inn has 14 unique boutique suites.
$139–$269 subject to further discount based on
duration of stay and time of year
O T H E R A C C O M M O D AT I O N S :
Cottage Pirouette, The Lord Nelson, Hemingway’s
By the Sea within walking distance, and the Delta
Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort and Spa; 6 minutes
from the English Inn
P A R K I N G & T R A N S P O R TAT I O N :
Free parking on site
B O O K I N G & I N F O R M AT I O N :
Ph: 1.250.388.4353 | Email: events@englishinn.ca
P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y : Chelsea Dawn Photography & Makeup Artistry

E A G L E ’ S N E S T R E T R E AT
The Eagles Nest Retreat is located on the southernmost tip of Galiano
Island, on a 20 acre estate, surrounded by 200 acres of park and protected
land on the three inland sides. With an entire kilometre of ocean front
views and trails leading through 75 acres of wilderness it is a picturesque
venue to host your wedding.
The Retreat is perfect for small, simple, and intimate weddings. For your
reception, the marquee tent, with its silk ribbon ceiling and soft lighting,
has a whimsical atmosphere. The artistically designed and distinctively
crafted home, built almost entirely of cedar from the property, has been
featured in “Northwest Best Places.” The beautiful surrounding landscape
and the unique character of the Retreat create something truly magical.
Natural and quiet surroundings will help you relax and unwind in prepar-
ation for your big day. The romance of ocean views and raw wilderness are
the perfect setting for wedding photographs. The retreat is a five minute
walk to the Mount Galiano trail head and ten minutes from the nearest
beach, providing a variety of landscapes to explore or act as natural back-
drops that will lend themselves to stunning and memorable pictures.
Not only does the site have a sauna house, but the hot tub has an incredible
ocean view. If you’re lucky you will spot some of the local wildlife. Eagles,
whales, racoons, sea otters, sea lions, ravens, and deer all make appearances
near the Resort.
The intimate property does not have a restaurant, but the full size kitchen
has everything you may need to cook a grand dinner, including a herb gar-
den right outside. Although, the large maple table only seats twelve people
the local market and the pub are only five minutes away by car.
venue details
C E R E M O N Y :
The ceremony site has a capacity of 50 guests
R E C E P T I O N :
The Marquee tent has a capacity of 50 guests
A safari tent, converted 1954 coachline bus, a
private cabin, and five unique bedrooms in the main
house for a maximum capacity of 20 guests
Rooms cost $70–$700/night
Driftwood Village Resort, Cain Cottage, Galiano
Oceanfront Inn and Spa, Bellhouse Inn Ltd; within
a 16 minute drive
Free parking on site (transportation can be
arranged)
Ph: 1.888.454.8899
Email: info@perfectretreat.com
wedding details
Packages start at $2,500 and vary depending on choices.
Package 1: Full use of the Eagles Nest Retreat for 16 hours, marquee tent, audio
system, tables and chairs, separate food and beverage tent, ceremony and recep-
tion on site, separate cabin for two nights
Package 2: The same as above, with the addition of flower arrangements, bou-
quets, boutonnieres, wedding cake, photographer, and disk jockey.
Two Day Wedding: Same as above, including the full use of the property for two
days and up to 12 guests.
Last Minute Wedding: Last minute simple weddings can be arranged with as
little as three days notice, subject to availability.
S E R V I C E S :
Line Marie, host and wedding planner, can assist couples in finding local vendors.
P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y : The Nickersons

S O O K E H A R B O U R H O U S E
Sooke Harbour House is located less than an hour outside of Victoria
where you can enjoy the view of the distant Olympic Mountain across
the Strait of Juan de Fuca. This destination has a pet friendly service and
assistance with childcare, so guests of all shapes and ages can join you on
your special day.
Sooke Harbour House serves local, organic, seasonal, and wild food. The
advantage of living on the sea is that the seafood they serve is often caught
by local fishermen the same day. The lush gardens that are an aesthetically
pleasing backdrop for your wedding photos are also used to create culinary
delights. By utilizing the natural resources of the area Sooke Harbour
House is able to create fabulous food, which brings fresh elements from
the stunning environment to the table. This commitment to freshness and
excellence has won the Sooke Harbour House the “Best Vancouver Island
Restaurant” vote by Vancouver Magazine.
To relax and prepare for your wedding day, the Sooke Harbour House
offers 25 spa amenities and the use of two infrared saunas to you and your
guests. Special spa packages include the Bridal Retreat, the Spa Retreat for
Men, and the Honeymoon Package.
For those who would prefer excitement and adventure to relaxation and
pampering before or after the wedding celebrations, there are a number of
adventure packages that can be arranged for an additional cost. Day sails,
whale watching and fishing charters are all available to small groups of
4–12 people each.
The Sooke Harbour House is committed to being one of the best destin-
ations in Canada. They have been awarded the “Travel + Leisure Second
Best Hotel in Canada” award, the “Green Tourism Canada’s Level Stan-
dard” award, and the “Weddingbells Canada’s Loveliest Wedding Venues”
award, among others.
P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y : Abby + Dave
venue details
C E R E M O N Y :
The Upper Gardens have a capacity of 75 guests
The Lower Gardens have a capacity of 45 guests
The Totem Site has a capacity of 150 guests
R E C E P T I O N :
The Sun Room has a capacity of 20 guests
The Potlatch Room has a capacity of 60 guests for
plated dinner, and 80 guests standing
The Summer Pavilion has a capacity of 150 guests
and is available May–September
Currently building a new event room with a
capacity of 110 guests
28 unique guest rooms, each individually decorat-
ed, which can accommodate up to 80 guests
Room rates range from$199–$450 (low season) to
$329–525 (high season)
Richview House Bed and Breakfast, Comfort Cove
Seaside Cottage, Salty Towers Oceanfront Cottages;
within 6 minutes from the Sooke Harbour House
90 free parking stalls on site
Ph: 1-800-889-9688
Email: info@sookeharbourhouse.com
wedding details
Each wedding is custom tailored. Prices vary depending on choices.
Secret Hearts Package: $1,500–$2,700: Three separate elopement packages all
including bouquet and boutonniere, wedding, one hour couples massage, dinner,
wedding cake, and turndown.
Keys to the Inn Wedding: $12,000: All 28 room, free movement throughout the
entire hotel, and access to professional staff available to assist you and your guests.
Honeymoon Package: $950: Unique wedding cake for two, multi-course candlelit
dinner, a bottle of sparkling wine, couples massage, turndown service, breakfast in bed.
S E R V I C E S :
Bachelorette parties and salmon fishing stags, in-house made wedding cake, local
flowers designed by florist Karen Stones, food and beverages prepared on site, hair
stylist who comes to the hotel, and assistance acquiring all other venders.

P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y : Chris Pouget Photography
W I C K A N I N N I S H I N N
The Wickaninnish Inn is located in Tofino, British Columbia, where the
old growth forest meets the beach. These diverse backdrops makes the
Wickaninnish Inn a special place to turn your dreams into magical mem-
ories. The Wickaninnish Inn also welcomes children and pets so everyone
can be included in your special day.
For a secluded beach wedding between mid-May through to mid-Septem-
ber, the Wickaninnish Inn offers the use of their beautiful, private Shell
Beach, named for the finely crushed shells underfoot. To make the time
on the coast even more unique and exciting for you and your guests, a
concierge is available to make arrangements for group activities such as surf
lessons or whale watching.
For a wedding in November through February, the Wickaninnish Inn of-
fers the unique opportunity to marry within a winter storm. The anticipa-
tion of the storm builds along with the anticipation of the wedding. As the
wind builds and the storm rolls in the large trees bend and sway, reminding
the couples that if they are flexible they can survive any storm that comes
once they’re married. From within the Inn the wedding party will feel safe
and secure until the storm ends, providing a feeling of clarity, tranquility,
and the beginning of something new.
The award winning Ancient Cedars Spa offers a variety of treatments.
Whether it be makeup application and a manicure to prepare the bride for
her wedding day, or a relaxing couples massage at the end of the day, the
spa will make your day that much more special.
The menus for The Pointe Restaurant, Driftwood Café and On-the-Rocks
Lounge and Special Events catering are prepared by Executive Chef War-
ren Barr. From a seafood bbq on the private beach to a formal dinner in the
private dining room the Wickaninnish Inn can prepare you and your guests
a spectacular meal.
venue details
C E R E M O N Y :
North Chesterman Beach, a public beach, has no
maximum capacity
Shell Beach, a private beach, has a capacity of
60 guests
The Salal Room, an indoor venue, has a capacity of
50 guests
The Rainforest Venue has a capacity of 25 guests
sitting, or 40 guests standing
R E C E P T I O N :
Shell Beach has a capacity of 60 guests
The Salal Room has a capacity of 50 guests
75 guest rooms and suites in the Inn can accommo-
date 150 guests. Group packages of 25 guest rooms,
which can accommodate 60 guests
Room rates range from $300–$975/night (storm
season) to $520–$1,500/night (summer season)
Resorts, hotels, B&Bs, and campgrounds; 5 minutes
from Wickaninnish Inn
Complimentary valet parking on site
Ph: 1.800.333.4604 | Email: sales@wickinn.com
wedding details
The Elopement Package: Can accommodate 6 guests, two nights accommoda-
tion, marriage commissioner assistance, marriage license assistance, bridal bou-
quet and groom’s boutonniere, witnesses, professional photography, a single-tiered
wedding cake, romantic turndown, and a side by side hot stone massage for two.
All weddings are custom designed for couples.
Rental costs for the venues are:
Shell beach is $1,500 for the ceremony and $3,800 for the reception & ceremony.
The Salal room is $1,000 for the ceremony and $1,000 for the reception & ceremony.
The Rainforest Venue is $500 for the ceremony.
S E R V I C E S :
Personal consultation with a Special Events team. They will provide marriage
commissioner and license assistance, recommended vendors, and customized
menus and a wedding cake from their Chef and Chef Pâtissier.

P H O T O G R A P H Y C O U R T E S Y : Sunrise Ridge Hotel
S U N R I S E R I D G E H O T E L
The Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort is located on Vancouver Island, just
above Parksville’s Craig Bay. Overlooking the sandy beaches and the waters
of the Strait of Georgia the resort is situated on 10.2 acres with peaceful
surroundings. This serene property feels peaceful and calm, even when it
is busy. Group accommodation and wedding rates will allow everyone you
love to be there to enjoy your day with you.
There is ocean access from the property, so when the tides go out there is
a mile long stretch of beach and shallow water to explore. The sandy land-
scape makes a perfect background for photo shoots.
The Hummingbird Terrace is an outside, covered location perfect for
intimate, smaller weddings, but its location on Resort Drive means it is
perfectly situated for large wedding parties as well. The Resort works with
the local golf course to handle splendid larger ceremonies or receptions.
Ideal for far away brides, this destination will plan it all for you, or let you
bring your own vendors so you can have your wedding perfectly designed
for you and your budget.
The contemporary decor and elegant ambiance of the Resort’s reception
room create a unique space for any wedding. The room features a full
kitchen and visual functionality, allowing you to create the experience that
will match your needs. The lack of onsite food and beverage can actually
benefit couples, letting them choose the vendors that best suite their vision
and budget.
Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort offers fully furnished vacation homes
with gourmet kitchens and spa style soaker tubs. The warm west coast style
makes it a comfortable place to relax during the celebrations. Further relax-
ation can be found in the areas spas, or for the more adventurous wedding
party rainforest tours, skydiving or other activities can be arranged.
venue details
C E R E M O N Y :
The Hummingbird Terrace has a capacity of
64 guests
R E C E P T I O N :
The Sandpiper Room has a capacity of 50 guests
65 rooms ranging from studios to 3 bedroom suites
with kitchens
Room rates range from $199-$324/night (low
season) to $239-$429/night (high season)
Tigh-Na-Mara, and Oceanside Village Resort;
within a 10 minute walk
Free parking on site, and private shuttles can
be arranged
Ph: 250.248.4674
Email: guestservicesmanager@sunriseridge.ca
wedding details
Full Service Wedding $7,995.80
Bridal suite for two nights, welcome champagne and strawberries, rental of cere-
mony and reception venues, white padded ceremony seating, place settings, white
linens, dance floor, catering, bartending, dj services, silver photography package.
Do it Yourself $1,978.80
Rental of ceremony and reception venue, white padded ceremony seating, place
settings, white linens, and dance floor.
S E R V I C E S :
A list of prefered partners is available for those who wish to choose their
own vendors.

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