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On WeddingWire since 2017
River Forest Manor & Marina is a waterfront mansion in Belhaven, North Carolina, that has been around for a century. The property is set on 4-plus acres of land, and the venue itself offers 13,000 square feet of space to use in various ways for your grand celebration.
Facilities and Capacity
River Forest Manor & Marina offers indoor and outdoor settings for your pre-wedding events, including the rehearsal dinner, as well as your wedding ceremony and reception (the outdoor wedding photos are spectacular, with such vibrant colors and pure emotions featured). There’s a private bridal suite and dressing area for brides and their relatives and attendants. Up to 500 people can partake in the fun. River Forest Manor & Marina’s kitchen is fully set for catering purposes; their list of preferred vendors includes caterers for you and your sweetheart to consider, as this venue doesn’t offer catering.
Services Offered
If you’re seeking a venue that could be used multiple times leading up to your big day as kind of a one-stop shop, this is it. River Forest Manor & Marina is equipped to host bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, ceremonies, receptions and even elopements. Some of their services include:
- Liability insurance
- Outside vendors
- List of preferred vendors
Accommodations
River Forest Manor & Marina has space to accommodate you and your loved ones to spend the night, for anywhere from one night to more, like a weekend stay. The options align with packages that the manor offers. There are 10 guest rooms for use (but nine are available for weekend wedding packages).
Location
There is parking at River Forest Manor & Marina as well as wheelchair access. There’s also wireless internet for you and your guests to use. The setting is perfect for a destination wedding; extend a warm welcome and Southern charm to your visiting guests from out of town.
- Woman-owned
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Reviews of River Forest Manor & Marina
Review summary
River Forest Manor received glowing reviews as a wedding venue, with multiple guests praising the stunning setting on the river, delicious food prepared by Chef Jeremy, and the attentive and professional staff including Peyton, Macy, and Montana. The venue's picturesque backdrop, elegant rooms, and option for a whole weekend rental were highly appreciated, providing a seamless and stress-free experience for couples and their guests. River Forest Manor was recommended as a dream wedding location that exceeded expectations and created joyous memories for all involved.
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- Bridal Suite
- Parking
- Historic Building
- Hotel
- Mansion
- Marina
- Waterfront
- Indoor
- Covered Outdoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Elopements
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Accommodations
- Get Ready Rooms
- Liability Insurance
- Outside Vendors
- Wifi