Wedding weekends on the river. — Sunrise on the River, Grant-Valkaria on the Indian River, Florida
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Wedding weekends on the river.

Eleven vetted venues within a short drive per WeddingWire, plus Sebastian Inlet for beach ceremonies. Book the house for the immediate family or the bridal party.

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WeddingWire — Grant, FL directory (11 vendors)

The single most useful starting point for Grant-area weddings. 11 vetted venues, plus caterers, photographers, and florists with reviews and price ranges.

Local tip · Filter by 'outdoor' + '<$5,000' to see the small-wedding options in our zip code.

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Riverfront venue · < 5 mi

Nearby waterfront wedding venue (pinned)

Riverfront venue pinned by our owner as the best local ceremony site. Small ceremonies to 150 guests. Ask us for the current contact and pricing when you book a wedding weekend with us.

Local tip · This venue pairs beautifully with our house as bridal-party lodging — book both together for a full weekend.

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Beach / inlet ceremony · 5 mi · 12 min

Sebastian Inlet State Park

$200 permit + $8/vehicle
Address
9700 S A1A, Melbourne Beach

Beach and inlet ceremonies with a Florida State Parks special-use permit. Up to 50 guests without a full event permit; larger requires a formal booking.

Local tip · Apply for the permit 90+ days ahead. Sunrise ceremonies avoid the crowds and heat.

Full-service resort · 9 mi · Sebastian

Capt. Hiram's Resort

Address
1580 US-1, Sebastian

Full-resort weddings on the Sebastian River. Multiple venues from tiki-casual to a formal dockside pavilion. On-site catering, bar, rooms for guests, rehearsal dinner space.

Local tip · Their off-season package (May, September) is often 30% below peak. Ask.

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Bridal-party lodging · 0 mi

Sunrise on the River (our house)

Sleeps 8 with a private dock, gazebo, and fire pit. Perfect for the bridal party, the couple's suite, or immediate family for the whole wedding weekend. Photo backdrops built in.

Local tip · Book 3+ nights for a wedding weekend and ask about our wedding-party direct rate.

Rustic ceremony · Free permit · 12 mi S · 20 min

Sebastian River Preserve State Park

$100 special-use permit
Address
10365 79th St, Fellsmere

22,000-acre wetlands preserve with a rustic pavilion, oak hammocks, and a boardwalk over marsh. Small ceremonies (up to 60). No electricity — plan for battery lights and acoustic music.

Local tip · The oak pavilion at sunset is stunning; book the permit 60 days out through Florida State Parks.

Nature venue · 200 guests · 18 mi S · 25 min

Environmental Learning Center (ELC)

$3,500–$6,500 site fee
Address
255 Live Oak Dr, Vero Beach

Non-profit nature center on a 64-acre island in the Indian River Lagoon. Indoor/outdoor ceremony sites, boardwalk photos, dolphin sightings from the reception deck.

Local tip · The 'Twilight Ceremony' package (6pm–10pm) with lagoon-side deck reception is the buzz-worthy option.

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Waterfront club · 150 guests · 22 mi S · 32 min

Riomar Bay Yacht Club

$$$$ · Member-referral required
Address
2401 Bay Rd, Vero Beach

Private Vero Beach yacht club open for member-sponsored weddings. Formal ballroom, sunset deck, dock ceremonies. In-house catering.

Local tip · Ask your Vero Beach realtor or hotel concierge for a member introduction — it opens up otherwise closed dates.