Perks: Commercial kitchen, wedding equipment available, dining space for 100+
No need to trim your guest list for your nuptials just because your venue is a little off the beaten path. The Cabin Creek Lodge is what cabin wedding dreams are made of, with room to sleep over 40 guests on the premises. This DIY space—meaning there are no required vendors, and you can really make it your own—offers up to 10,000 square feet to do as you please: set up a dance floor with a DJ, bring in a food truck or two, and get the party started. The commercial kitchen here has plenty of room to support a full catering service and the chairs, tables, tablecloths, glassware, and dinnerware on hand even allow you to forgo the party rental company. From $6,500 per night.
Perks: Chef’s kitchen, additional apartment, screened sleeping porch, pool, beach access
For a ritzy Southern wedding to remember, you’re going to need the right location. Thankfully, this massive beach house (with room for around 16 guests) has the right idea with a main home and an apartment for you to throw your own Gatsby-like affair. The vibe is polished Southern elegance, complete with plenty of stripes and florals, a coastal color palette, and sweeping balustrades in the entryway that would make a classy backdrop for family snapshots. There’s also plenty to keep your guests occupied before and after the ceremony, between the oceanfront pool and spa, an outdoor kitchen, and tons of sun-drenched spaces for lounging. From $1,958 per night.
Perks: Private pool, patio dining area, butler and bartender service
Cabo San Lucas is the place to be for those craving a destination wedding and this five-bedroom villa ensures that you have everything you need for a day to remember, from an optional butler and concierge service to transport to and from the airport for your guests. The home itself has a beautifully manicured lawn and modern poolscape leading to a sandy beach that would make a desktop-worthy backdrop for wedding photos. Inside, floor-to-ceiling windows perfectly frame your tropical surroundings (one side of the living area faces the sea, and the other faces a reflecting pool next to a twinkle-light-lit tree). With an outdoor dining area that’s primed for dinners, plus proximity to nearby golf courses and restaurants, your wedding day could easily turn into an extended getaway. From $6,493 per night.
Things to consider when choosing an Airbnb wedding venue
Before we jump into the best Airbnb wedding venues, let’s go over some of the basics. Unlike more traditional wedding venues, Airbnbs are not likely to have a planner fine-tuning on-site logistics or corralling reception chairs or tables. If you’re opting for an intimate wedding with a small guest list, this may not be an issue. On the other hand, those expecting a crowd for the wedding ceremony might want to call in a furniture rental company and bring their own wedding planner.
The beauty of an Airbnb wedding is that you’re not pressured to hire a specific catering company (something that some venues require when you sign an event contract). You could hire a private chef, order takeout from your favorite restaurant, host a potluck, or even take on the dinner prep yourself (or assign the task to the home chef in your wedding party).