The Space
Mallard Island Yacht Club is a breathtaking waterfront estate wedding venue in Manahawkin, New Jersey, where the beautiful Barnegat Bay surrounds a scenic Long Beach Island-area setting. The club, part of the acclaimed Merri-Makers family, pairs romantic ceremony spaces with an elegant ballroom and luxurious overnight suites, giving couples a genuinely immersive bayfront experience. From a candlelit boathouse chapel to a flower-bordered waterfront lawn, Mallard Island offers scenic, memorable settings against the backdrop of water and sky. That combination of a Barnegat Bay setting, romantic ceremony spaces, and an elegant ballroom makes Mallard Island a distinctive Jersey Shore choice. For couples who want a breathtaking bayfront wedding with a boathouse chapel, an elegant ballroom, and on-site suites near Long Beach Island, Mallard Island Yacht Club is a memorable and luxurious choice.
Capacity & Layout
Mallard Island Yacht Club accommodates up to 250 guests across its bayfront estate, giving couples room for both mid-size and larger celebrations. Couples can exchange vows in the Boathouse Chapel, a candlelit space set in front of a stacked-stone fireplace with bay views, or on the expansive flower-bordered lawn against the backdrop of water and sky, then celebrate in an elegant ballroom highlighted by a Tiffany-blue coffered ceiling, romantic chandelier lighting, and detailed woodwork. That layout lets couples pair a scenic bayfront ceremony with an elegant reception, giving the day a natural flow with a genuine weather plan, all surrounded by Barnegat Bay. Luxurious overnight accommodations in ten finely appointed suites, plus a 3,000-square-foot bridal suite occupying the entire fourth floor, keep the wedding party comfortable and close. That combination of a boathouse chapel, a waterfront lawn, an elegant ballroom, and on-site suites suits weddings from mid-size to larger, keeping the celebration scenic and connected from the ceremony through the last dance on Barnegat Bay.
Amenities
Mallard Island Yacht Club pairs its bayfront setting with genuinely luxurious, full-service amenities. As part of the acclaimed Merri-Makers family, the club is known for elegant service, catering, and scenic waterfront views, handling the food and coordination with real experience. Luxurious overnight accommodations in ten finely appointed suites let the wedding party and guests stay right on the estate, and the 3,000-square-foot bridal suite on the entire fourth floor, referred to as the “Crown Jewel” of the club, gives the couple a spectacular place to prepare. The Barnegat Bay setting, the candlelit Boathouse Chapel, the flower-bordered lawn, and the Tiffany-blue ballroom give photographers a beautiful, varied range of waterfront backdrops. For the entertainment, the enclosed ballroom gives a wedding DJ excellent structure and controlled acoustics to build sound and lighting into, so the reception fills the room and the dance floor stays lively at a breathtaking bayfront estate near Long Beach Island.
Location & Getting There
Mallard Island Yacht Club sits at 1450 East Bay Avenue in Manahawkin, New Jersey, surrounded by Barnegat Bay near Long Beach Island. That bayfront location is a genuine part of the appeal, since guests coming from the surrounding Ocean County area and Long Beach Island shore towns have a manageable drive, and Atlantic City International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport are each a convenient trip for anyone flying in, while nearby Long Beach Island offers hotels, restaurants, and beaches for out-of-town guests. The bayfront setting keeps everything scenic and easy to plan around. Barnegat Bay, the boathouse chapel, and the elegant ballroom give the property a luxurious, waterfront feel once you arrive. That combination of a breathtaking bayfront estate with a convenient Manahawkin location near Long Beach Island is a big part of what draws couples to Mallard Island Yacht Club.
Why Couples Book Dow Oak Here
You only get one reception at this venue, so it should be run by a team that already knows how to make a room like it work:
- We have actually performed at this venue, so we plan for its sound, layout, and flow instead of guessing on your night
- One team for your DJ and MC, photo booth, and custom lighting, on a single plan and one contract
- Backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team
- An online planning portal plus a planning call before the day
- More than 3,000 five-star reviews on The Knot, WeddingWire, and Google
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and just $400 reserves your date
Wedding DJ FAQ
Have you performed at this venue before?
Yes. Every venue in our directory is one we have actually worked, so we already know how to set up, light, and run the room for a wedding, from ceremony sound to the last dance.
How much is a wedding DJ?
Our wedding DJ packages start at $1,500, and just $400 reserves your date. Your final price depends on add-ons like a photo booth, uplighting, or ceremony sound.
Do you provide lighting and a photo booth too?
Yes. One team handles your DJ and MC, color-matched uplighting, and a modern photo booth on a single plan.
What happens if our DJ has an emergency?
We always have trained backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team, so someone can step in seamlessly.
How do we book you?
Check your date using the form on this page. We confirm availability, send your pricing, and a $400 deposit reserves your date.
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