Weddings are once-in-a-lifetime events that join hearts, making a venue choice one of the most memorable places in a couple’s lives. Wedding destinations are the places that remain the same no matter how much time passes. Today, everything in the world, including wedding ceremonies, has become more modern. It has evolved from church and beach weddings to something more unique. Hence, here are the top ten unique wedding destinations in the United States
10 Treehouse Point - Issaquah, Washington
Treehouse Point is a private event center and overnight retreat located in the middle of a lovely forest brimming with natural grandeur and only 30 minutes from Seattle. It will undoubtedly be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for couples and their guests. The wedding packages at the center are designed to be affordable and include several free additions. It also provides Elopement alternatives, which have an overnight stay, for couples who choose a more intimate celebration. In addition, standard wedding packages include overnight accommodations for up to 20 wedding guests.
9 Santa Lucia Preserve - Carmel, California
The 20,200-acre Santa Lucia Preserve is the finest venue to book for couples who want a wedding ceremony in the woods, followed by a reception in one of the most lovely and ancient barns. The wedding ceremony will occur under the shade of huge and tall trees, surrounded by beautiful foliage, with just the closest family members present to witness the union of two lovers' hearts. There is also a honeymoon suite available and camping, hiking, horseback riding, and golfing.
8 Big Daddy’s Antiques – San Francisco And Los Angeles, California
Big Daddy's Antiques is the perfect place for vintage lovers and antique collectors to make a lifetime commitment to each other. Big Daddy's Antiques retails Asian, North American, and European reproductions and antiques in Los Angeles and San Francisco. It's fascinating to see an antique shop organize a wedding reception, with all of the antiques on display serving as wedding accessories. The shop's team decorates the space to make it even more magical, and couples can select between an indoor or outdoor venue.
7 Vibiana – Los Angeles, California
Vibiana was a former Catholic cathedral in Los Angeles transformed into an events venue. It was initially built in 1876 as the Cathedral of St. Vibiana. But after being damaged by an earthquake in 1994, it was renovated and turned into a full-service event space. Because the main hall is all-white, the architectural style of the venue is ideal for couples that choose a more simple design and classic décor. The interior is easily adaptable if the couple does not want a traditional white wedding backdrop.
6 Malibu Rocky Oaks – Malibu, California
Malibu Rocky Oaks is a vineyard estate that offers a gorgeous and romantic wedding setting with a helipad on top of a hill surrounded by picturesque vistas and lush vineyards. The location provides a bird's eye view of the Santa Monica Mountains and dazzling city lights at night. After the wedding ceremony, the reception area is on the infinity poolside featuring the guests' long tables and smiling faces. Additionally, it has three private rooms for the newlyweds to stay overnight.
5 Dunton Hot Springs – Dolores, Colorado
Dunton Hot Springs, a former ghost town turned into a resort, is nestled in the San Juan Mountains near Telluride. It offers a variety of packages, and what's more convenient is that the entire town may be booked for various occasions, including wedding ceremonies and receptions. Over 12 beautiful cabins, a bathhouse, a dancehall and salon, a yoga studio, fitness center, two spa treatment cabins, and an open-air church are among the amenities available in the town. Horseback riding, hiking, rock climbing, and other activities are also available for newlyweds.
4 Thorncrown Chapel – Eureka Springs, Arkansas
Thorncrown Chapel, a breathtaking glass cathedral situated in the Arkansas woodlands, is one of the world's most distinctive and gorgeous modern chapels. The interior design is equally outstanding, as it is surrounded by forested trees and rock formations, making the setting even more lovely and romantic. The chapel may appear small and private, but it spans 6,000 square feet and has 425 windows, accommodating up to 100 visitors. Furthermore, before the wedding day, any decorations carried inside the chapel must be approved first.
3 Basilica Hudson – Hudson, New York
Basilica Hudson is a contemporary wedding venue that opened in 2010 in a refurbished 19th-century warehouse. It's a place where couples may plan their dream wedding, complemented with a breathtaking setting in the heart of Hudson Valley. Indoor events can be held in the Main Hall, West Wing, and North Hall, but there is also outdoor space. Couples can book the entire venue for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and other corporate events, including indoor restrooms and parking.
2 Cedar Lakes Estate – Port Jervis, New York
Cedar Lakes Estate, which was initially a summer camp and is now a perfect location for camp weddings, is also located in the heart of Hudson Valley. The newlyweds and their guests can stay overnight in the cabins and on-site lodges, which are lovely and appealing. Outdoor wedding ceremonies with serene lake views are held in the refurbished balcony beneath a grove of towering pines, while indoor wedding ceremonies are done in the Mountain Top.
1 The Resort At Paws Up – Greenough, Montana
Paws Up Resort provides a breathtaking backdrop for couples who wish to say their "I Dos" in the wild. Its beautiful and scenic surroundings are excellent for couples who prefer a ranch wedding. Guests can stay in one of the resort's cabins and luxurious lodges, and the ceremony takes place outside, with the reception conducted in the resort's barn. It's also a fantastic honeymoon destination, with plenty of activities for newlyweds to enjoy and explore together. Horseback riding, shooting, trail hikes, and fly-fishing are among the most popular!