Wedding Planner DESTINATION: Happily Ever After SUNSET BEACH • OCEAN ISLE BEACH • HOLDEN BEACH • OAK ISLAND CASWELL BEACH • BALD HEAD ISLAND • LELAND • SHALLOTTE • SOUTHPORT • CALABASH2 NC’S BRUNSWICK ISLANDS WEDDING GUIDE A wedding is a time to pause, return to your senses, and celebrate what life is all about with those you love. NC’s Brunswick Islands sets a stage of pure joy. Weddings here feel fresh, natural, meant to be—as awe-inspiring as the endless horizon, as playful as a dolphin’s jump, as perfect as our stunning sunrises and breathtaking sunsets. Here we like to say, “There’s a beach for every bride.” After all, we have 45 miles of them. But we’re also quick to say there are sweeping emerald fairways, inspiring lighthouses, historic sites, museums, intimate restaurants, and elegant venues to consider for your perfect celebration setting. Wherever you choose, you’re always met with the relaxed and inviting island ambiance that brings a picture-perfect smile to every face. You’ve dreamed of these special moments forever. Now, you’ve found the place where dreams come true—from rehearsal events to taking your vows to honeymoon escapes just for two. This guide will help you find what speaks to your heart among our six beautiful island beaches and charming coastal towns. NC’s Brunswick Islands celebrates the wonders of true love and the wonders of nature in a place that allows time to stand still long enough to make memories that last forever. And when the celebration comes to an end? We find most couples begin plans for many happy returns for anniversaries to come. You found each other. And the perfect place to tell the world. Before you say I do… Before you get carried away with the planning, remember, a wedding is only real if it has a marriage license. To get yours, go to the Register of Deeds office in any county in North Carolina. In Brunswick County, you’ll find the Register of Deeds office in the Brunswick County Government Center on Highway 17 Business (Old Ocean Highway) in Bolivia, NC. For more information on required documentation, call 910-253-2690 or visit rod.brunsco.net/marriages.html. With license in hand, the only other requirements are: • a wedding couple • two witnesses • church-authorized clergy or magistrate Now, let the planning and the fun begin! 800.795.7263 | NCBRUNSWICK.COM 3 Photograph by Chloe John Photography4 NC’S BRUNSWICK ISLANDS WEDDING GUIDE The key to a great destination wedding? Fun for every guest. You simply can’t fail when it comes to offering your guests options for fun here. Plan a special event or let them explore on their own. Let’s see, what sounds good? •Fishing charters (inshore, nearshore, and deep sea). •Kayak expeditions in marshes and waterways. •Amazing sunrise or sunset strolls along idyllic beaches. •A round of golf on one of 30 championship courses. •Cocktails and seafood overlooking the water. •A visit to a winery or brewery. Yes, that’s a good start. But never forget the ultimate allure of the surf, a beach chair, a cooler of drinks, and the chance to simply hang with your friends. 800.795.7263 | NCBRUNSWICK.COM 5 As you celebrate your wedding surrounded by people who mean so much to you, let’s be sure to treat them right. Once you choose your wedding venue, it’s time to plan accommodations. Whether it’s just the two of you, or your family, wedding party, and guests, this is where NC’s Brunswick Islands exceeds all expectations. There are so many welcoming options—intimate bed & breakfasts, beachfront hotels and inns, sprawling beachside vacation rental homes that accommodate a crowd, or side-by-side rental homes for individual families and the wedding party. There are golf villas and resorts, rental cottages on the Intracoastal Waterway with dock access, and condos with water views. Trust us, you can find something for every taste and budget. One gentle reminder: book early. Our beaches and seaside towns are popular with vacationers year-round, so when you find your spot, make the call or reserve online. Once that’s secured, you can relax a bit. Perhaps spend a little time planning a treat for your wedding party or guests. Matching shades and flipflops? Golf balls and koozies? Beach bags, sunscreen, and a romance novel? May we suggest a North Carolina's Brunswick Islands Vacation Guide for everyone? It’s free and packed with great ideas for dining, entertainment, and recreation. To order multiple copies, email info@ncbrunswick.com or call our office at (910) 755-5517. Big weddings, small weddings, we’ve got room for it all. 6 NC’S BRUNSWICK ISLANDS WEDDING GUIDE Ceremony and Reception Venues VENUEADDRESS AND CONTACT INFOWEBSITE 801 Ocean Event Center 801 Ocean Drive, Oak Island, NC 28465 (910) 933-6090 | 801oceanoki@oakislandnc.com www.oakislandnc.gov/residents-visitors/ parks-facilities/801-ocean-event-center Brunswick Event Rentals Multiple Locations, Supply, NC 28462 (910) 754-2300 | sberry@bsrinc.org www.brunswickeventrentals.com Brunswick Plantation Resort and Golf 380 Brunswick Drive NW, Calabash, NC 28467 1-800-332-8576 | (910) 685-7979 | robin@bpemail.com www.brunswickplantation.com/weddings Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson Historic Site 8884 St Phillips Road SE, Winnabow, NC 28479 (910) 371-6613 | brunswick@ncdcr.gov www.historicsites.nc.gov/all-sites/brunswick-town-fort-anderson Carolina National Golf Club 1643 Goley Hewett Road SE, Bolivia, NC 28422 1-888-200-6455 | (910) 755-5200 | dgreco@greatlifegolf.com www.carolinanationalgolfclub.com Endless Summer Sailing Charter 5009 O’Quinn Blvd. Dock C, Slip 45, Southport, NC 28461 (910) 612-3279 | jimc@atmc.net www.endlessummer.net Events at Brick Landing 1882 Goose Creek Road SW, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469 (910) 755-6642 | artcateringsales@atmc.net www.bricklandingvenue.com Greenlands Farm 668 Midway Road SE, Bolivia, NC 28422 (910) 253-7934 | info@greenlandsfarm.org www.greenlandsfarm.org/venue Ingram Planetarium 7625 High Market Street, Sunset Beach, NC 28468 (910) 575-0033 | pinfo@museumplanetarium.org www.museumplanetarium.org Islander Inn 57 W First Street, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469 1-888-325-4753 | (910) 575-7000 | info@islanderinn.com www.islanderinn.com Lockwood Folly Country Club 19 Clubhouse Drive, Supply, NC 28462 (910) 842-5666 | events@lockwoodfolly.com www.lockwoodfolly.com/wedding Magnolia Greens Golf Course 1800 Tommy Jacobs Drive, Leland, NC 28451 (910) 383-0999 | kelly@magnoliagreensgolf.com www.magnoliagreensgolf.com/events/weddings Museum of Coastal Carolina 21 E Second Street, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469 (910) 579-1016 | minfo@museumplanetarium.org www.museumplanetarium.org Ocean Isle Inn 37 W First Street, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469 1-800-352-5988 | (910) 579-0750 | info@oceanisleinn.com www.oceanisleinn.com/weddings Sea Trail Golf Resort 75 Clubhouse Road, Sunset Beach, NC 28468 1-800-764-6070 Ext. 4 | events@seatrail.com www.seatrail.com/weddings Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Road, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469 (910) 287-2800 | info@silvercoastwinery.com www.silvercoastwinery.com/weddings Slate & Cypress Weddings and Estate 802 Hickman Road NW, Calabash, NC 28467 (910) 363-6402 | events@slateandcypress.com www.slateandcypress.com Southport Community Building 223 E Bay Street, Southport, NC 28461 (910) 457-0665 | communitybuilding@cityofsouthport.com www.cityofsouthport.com/Southport-community-building St. James Community Center 4136 Southport-Supply Road SE, St James, NC 28461 (910) 253-3012 | communitycenter@stjames.town www.townofstjamesnc.org/communitycenter The Barn at Rock Creek 5900 Rock Creek Road, Leland, NC 28451 (910) 253-4012 | thebarnatrockcreek@gmail.com www.thebarnatrockcreek.com The Village Chapel of Bald Head Island 105 Lighthouse Way, Bald Head Island, NC 28461 (910) 457-1183 | admin@villagechapelofbhi.org www.villagechapelofbaldheadisland.org/weddings 800.795.7263 | NCBRUNSWICK.COM 7 CEREMONYRECEPTION MAX. CAPACITY ON-SITE ACCOMMODATIONS # OF GUEST ROOMS INDOOR SPACE OUTDOOR SPACE IN-HOUSE CATERING OUTSIDE CATERING ALCOHOL DANCE FLOOR/ AREA 150 200 200400 200 200 6 1604 200 80 6070 200 150 125 6070 40070 120 2004 160 300 200 110We make wedding planning a breeze . One thing people notice when they come to NC’s Brunswick Islands is how people go out of their way to make you happy. This quality of care and level of service means everything when it comes to your wedding celebration. We love weddings! And our local professionals truly enjoy sharing their knowledge and your joy. We’ve collected a list of wedding planners and photographers here. Our local wedding experts will be able to connect you to everything from boutiques and bakeries to caterers, DJs, equipment rentals, limo services, and more. We think you’ll find the people you meet here will soon feel like family. 8 NC’S BRUNSWICK ISLANDS WEDDING GUIDE Photograph by Chloe John Photography 800.795.7263 | NCBRUNSWICK.COM 9 SEE MORE WEDDING PHOTOS AT WWW.NCBRUNSWICK.COM/MEDIA-GALLERYNext >