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Our Favorite Pet And Animal Friendly Wedding Venues

04-20-23

Your wedding day should be surrounded by everything you love and hold close to your heart! This is the time for all your friends and family to surround you. And speaking about families, a lot of us consider our precious fur babies to be no less than our own family. So why not celebrate the most important day of your life with them? Pet-inspired wedding ideas have gone up in recent wedding trends as more and more paw parents are coming up with amazing pet-inclusive wedding details and ideas that are marked by the gracious presence of their four-legged babies. We often think about dogs and cats when it comes to pet wedding ideas. But your favorite pet can be a horse, a rabbit, a reptile, a donkey, a bird, or even a pig! In this article, we have come up with adorable pet-friendly wedding venues so that you can incorporate your four-legged BFF into the celebrations. Whether you want to be walked down the aisle by your pup dressed up in a bow tie and a hat or you want to use your cat as the flower girl or ring bearer, find out some of the most pet-friendly wedding locations for a memorable celebration.

 

Top Pet-friendly Wedding Venues That We Love:

 

The Edgewater Hotel

 

Sitting atop the waters of Puget Sound on Pier 67, The Edgewater Hotel is Seattle’s most iconic and only over-water hotel that offers breathtaking views of the snow-capped Olympic mountains and downtown city skylines. This pet-friendly Seattle wedding venue is known for its flexible indoor and outdoor spaces that provide the ideal backdrop for your dream event, offering more than 10,000 square feet of event space for small wedding celebrations of 8 to large wedding affairs of 200. Your pets are also more than welcome to attend your wedding! The Edgewater Hotel wedding venue takes pride in accommodating your four-legged friends to make sure their stay is as memorable as yours, from the getting-ready area to the ceremony.

 

The Westin Verasa Napa

 

Finding a hotel wedding venue that not only ensures that the fine wine is flowing but also that your beloved pet feels welcome and pampered too, like the Westin Verasa Napa, should be at the top of your list of wedding venues in Napa. If you have always dreamed of getting married in the wine country while being surrounded by your closest friends, family members, and your pet, bookmark this location in your wedding venue search plan. The hotel pampers visiting dogs with custom-designed beds and duet covers and welcomes K9 travelers with open arms. They have also hosted a lot of pet-friendly weddings where the couple's pets took center stage on the altar, walked down the aisle, posed as "pups of honor", or ran amok in a pet-friendly reception area.

 

Montage Palmetto Bluff 

 

Your very own furry wedding ambassadors will be provided by the pet-friendly Montage Palmetto Bluff Resort in South Carolina, which is tucked between Hilton Head and Savannah. Specifically, River, May, New, and Cooper, four adorable English Labrador retrievers, will be on hand to greet and play with your guests. Additionally, one of their puppies can dress in your wedding colors and serve as your ring bearer, flower girl, or simply mingle with your guests for an additional donation to the neighborhood animal shelter!

 

The White Magnolia

 

Imagine holding your ceremony in a chapel that combines the best aspects of the city's charm and the countryside's natural beauty. Over 100 acres of gently rolling hills and stunning sunsets, the gracious open-air arches warmly welcome the breezes at this beautiful Louisiana pet-friendly wedding venue. While the chandeliers add an ideal touch of elegance and romance, the shiplap walls in between those arches catch and reflect the evening light. The front entryways and the steeple's stained glass both add to the charm. Would you like to start your ceremony with the sound of romantic church bells ringing through the countryside? Imagine the excitement as you, the bride, enter the front doors of the adorable little chapel for the ceremony of your dreams after leaving the White Magnolia and walking just a short distance down the brick sidewalk. 

 

Mill Pond Estate

 

Looking for a wedding venue that will welcome your furry best friend wholeheartedly? For the fashionable couple who enjoy the great outdoors and want to give their furry friends and loved ones an unforgettable experience, this location is ideal. The most beautiful pet wedding photos are taken when the sun sets across their expansive meadow. Most importantly, good-natured pets are welcome! When you reserve Mill Pond Estate for your wedding, you are welcome to bring your four-legged best friends along because they don't want them to miss out on your special day. 

 

W South Beach 

 

Finding a place where the weather is sunny all year long and where your pet will receive special treatment may be high on your priority list when choosing a pet-friendly wedding location. Whether you own a horse or a little guinea pig, The W South Beach will make your pet feel part of your wedding adventure from the second you check in. At this amazing wedding venue in Miami, Florida, every pet is given a toy, treat, clean-up bag, pet tag from the W Hotel, information on the hotel's pet services, a pet bed, a food and water bowl, and a floor mat. With more than 10,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor pet-friendly event space, the hotel makes it simple to plan a wedding with your pet friend in mind.

 

Abeja Winery & Inn

 

Abeja Winery & Inn wedding venue's 38-acre farmstead, which is located in the heart of Walla Walla wine country, is the setting for destination weddings in Washington of unmatched beauty and charm. Couples can choose from small, private ceremonies to lavish celebrations that bring their loved ones together for a once-in-a-lifetime occasion, or they can choose to elope. Two historic barns that have been restored for weddings, receptions, and private dinners combine with a working winery to create an exquisite setting. The picturesque pet-friendly wedding setting is enhanced by vineyards, big lawns, fragrant gardens, and a meandering creek. You might say that the experience is completed by Abeja's top-notch wines and their pet-friendly wedding policy.

 

The Wilburton Destination Resort 

 

The Wilburton Destination Resort in Manchester Vermont is so dog friendly, their canine concierge, Jetson, was featured on Animal Planet! From dressing up your dog for the wedding to preparing them for walking the aisle, dogs are welcomed at this pet-friendly wedding venue in Vermont. This pet-friendly wedding resort can even participate fully in all aspects of the wedding weekend, including the rehearsal dinner, welcome party bonfire, breakfast at the mansion, lounging by the pool, and even having a special spot at the reception under the marble pavilion tent. A dog-friendly bridal suite at The Wilburton features a jacuzzi, fireplace, and deck with breathtaking views of Vermont's emerald mountains. Weddings in Wilburton are a family affair, which can include all your pets. The Wilburton is a historic 30-acre hilltop estate with guest rooms, vacation homes, and historic mansions that can accommodate up to 125 visitors. Up to 225 guests may attend catered wedding receptions at The Wilburton in its striking marble pavilion tent. The Wilburton Resort offers the most breathtaking views in Vermont along with a pool, tennis courts, sculpture gardens, and miles of wooded hiking trails. Each weekend, The Wilburton only permits one wedding, ensuring that each couple has privacy and the staff's undivided attention. The Levis family has been running Wilburton for 35 years. A couple can plan for an ideal Vermont destination wedding weekend on this magnificent canvas.

 

Inn at Perry Cabin

 

When looking for pet-friendly wedding venues, you may be looking for a location that not only has stunning views but also has staff members who can help make sure your pet is taken care of both on your big day and throughout the wedding weekend. Both are available at Perry Cabin Inn. The classic Maryland wedding venue has long been a favorite for pet-friendly weddings and offers bayside views of the Chesapeake Bay. The staff can assist in planning a couple's grand entrance, which of course includes their pet best friend, and help the pets walk down the aisle and serve as ring bearers. Additionally, the inn offers a dog bed, organic house-made treats every day, and a customized menu of meals for your dog. Whether you want a pet-inspired engagement photoshoot or to get married in a pet-friendly location, this wedding venue can be a great choice.

 

The Mayflower Hotel

 

To be a Mayflower couple is to join a distinguished social set bound together by the iconic signature details that make your special day a time-honored treasure. Wedding trends may come and go, but this Washington DC wedding venue's timeless elegance never goes out of style for a happily ever after. And let's be honest, what could be more classic than a pet-friendly reception where you and your little one can get dressed in chic wedding attire to represent your relationship?

 

Jekyll Island Club Resort

 

In this breathtaking wedding location near Atlanta, Georgia, charming gardens and old-world charm come together. Dancing the night away under the Georgia sky has a distinctly magical quality especially when you can do it with your beloved pet! The Jekyll Island Club Resort welcomes well-behaved pets and has ten different venue spaces on its grounds. Their locations featuring lush gardens and grand cottage grounds to ballrooms and beach settings are made for observing pet-friendly ceremonies and celebrations.

 

Sunflower Hill Farm

 

This Missouri pet-friendly wedding venue is located conveniently close to Chesterfield Valley but tucked away in a serene setting for your special day, being only 20 minutes away. Their location has top-notch amenities to guarantee that your wedding or private event lives up to your expectations. Additionally, you are welcome to celebrate your union with your adorable pets!

 

The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills

 

What hotel has two bulldog puppies as its official mascots than one that welcomes pets? Winston and Churchill, two dogs at The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills, are available for daily meet-and-greets with visitors and their four-legged companions. How awesome is that! Additionally, the mascots of this dog-friendly wedding venue in Los Angeles can be seen roaming the grounds and relaxing by the pool, so if your dogs need some playtime during the day, they always have friends to hang out with. Over the wedding weekend, your dog can eat from Winston's menu, which was designed by the restaurant's executive chef and features dog-friendly reception dishes like "The London Pooch," which is made with fresh chicken, brown rice, potatoes, and whole eggs, and "Doggie Bags Treats," which come in flavors like veggie, fruit, and peanut butter.

 

Camp Colton

 

Looking for a magical wedding location near Portland, Orlando for your pet-friendly celebration? Camp Colton's dog-friendly spaces and structures provide unparalleled access to a magnificent natural wilderness that is complemented by exquisitely designed buildings. Their Historic Chapel was relocated from Camp Adair in Corvallis, the WWII Army quarters, to Camp Colton in 1947. Each board was numbered before being transported on flatbed trucks and reassembled when it arrived. The Independent Chapel now offers history and beauty for any event. 

 

Crowne Plaza HY36 

 

The Crowne Plaza HY36 is a paw-friendly wedding property that welcomes pets wholeheartedly and provides two roomy suites for private weddings. This dog-friendly wedding venue in New York's four-legged mascot, Wellington the Frenchie, is the real showpiece, so your pet can make new friends there!

 

The Brazilian Court Hotel

 

Looking for the perfect location for your pet-inspired wedding photos? Find a venue with a historic vibe and a program that will make your pet look and feel beautiful on your wedding day if you have always dreamed of having your pet accompany you through all the important moments in a fairytale wedding. You can host your event at the over-90-year-old Brazilian Court Hotel in Palm Beach, which is surrounded by a canopy of lush vegetation, vibrant Mediterranean hues, and a historic wishing well. Take advantage of their Bark Butler service, a program designed to pamper you and your pet over the course of your wedding weekend. It includes spa treatments, boat rides, and daily dog walking.

 

Trinity Tree Farm

 

Looking for the perfect wedding venue near Seattle where you can bring your beloved little friends? Couples can choose between two distinctive venues at Trinity Tree Farm. Trinity Tree Farm's The Barn is a rustic wedding venue that is ideal for outdoor weddings with lawn games, s'mores, and food trucks. For the wedding party's preparations, there is a rustic log cabin and a loft that is completed with a pool table and shuffleboard, as well as an old fire truck for amusing pictures. You can have a party that feels like it's being held at your house at The Lodge at Trinity Tree Farm. It is ideal for more formal wedding celebrations. The bridal suite is located upstairs and has a private deck. The wedding party can also use the side suite, which has a pool table and a foosball table. And the best part is, you can bring your fur babies along for all the fun! 

 

La Tourelle Resort & Spa 

 

La Tourelle Resort & Spa is a pet-friendly wedding venue in New York located in the stunning Finger Lakes region. It is a dream getaway for couples who want their pooch by their side all day. The pet-friendly wedding property is both a puppy's dream playground and a gorgeous location to say "I do," with 70 acres of lovely scenery.

 

Having your pet by your side on the biggest day of your life can mean the world to you. Whether you want them by your side as you get ready for the day or you want them to play an important part in your celebration, make sure to connect with your favorite wedding venue. Get in touch with these pet-friendly wedding venues to make your furry BFF a part of your celebration along with inviting other guests with their beloved pets too. From pet-friendly wedding activities to creating personalized wedding details with your pet as an inspiration, make sure to have an unforgettable celebration!


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