Getting married at Amelia Island

Hi there,

My fiance and I are looking into getting married at Amelia Island either late summer or early fall. We want it to be a very private ceremony--just the two of us, the minister/justice of the peace and photographer--no guests. My first thought was having it on the beach somewhere, but I%26#39;m open to any beautiful setting. I guess what I%26#39;m looking for is simple, elegant and private since we%26#39;re going to do a big reception/party when we return to Atlanta.

Does anyone have any suggests on locations, hotels, restaurant to eat at afterwards, etc? It seems like a lot of the hotels will let you have a wedding on the beach, but cater more to big affairs, and want you to have a big reception there as well, so I%26#39;m not sure if should even approach them on something this small.

Any help or advice would be appreciated.

Thanks!

Claire

Getting married at Amelia Island

I%26#39;m sure the Ritz or the Plantation would do something small. However, it will be expensive! You might check with the Elizabeth Point Lodge (B%26amp;B). Its on the beach. They are accomodating on most things and I%26#39;m sure they%26#39;d help on this as well. You might also check with Windward Sailing School--since you have such a small party, you could consider doing it aboard a sailing charter--sunset and all that neat stuff. Lots of great local restaurants to choose from (Espana, Bonitos, Joe%26#39;s 2nd Street Bistro, Beech Street Grill, Les Clos, 29 South, etc.).

Getting married at Amelia Island

frey - congrats on your wedding, I would recommend Elizabeth Point Lodge, it is really nice and they will certainly take care of your every need. You may also check with Ft. Clinch the park, I have heard they now allow weddings.