Venues near Grant-Valkaria
The WeddingWire directory for Grant, FL lists 11 vetted venues within a short drive. Add Sebastian Inlet State Park (for beach ceremonies) and Capt. Hiram's Resort in Sebastian, and you have a full slate of options from casual to formal.
Venue types available within 20 minutes
| Venue type | Guest range | Price range | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach ceremony (state park permit) | Up to 50 | $200 + $8/vehicle | Sebastian Inlet State Park |
| Riverfront pavilion | 40–150 | $3,500–$7,000 | Capt. Hiram's Resort |
| Barn / country venue | 60–200 | $4,500–$9,000 | Marsh Landing (Fellsmere) |
| Full-service resort | 100–250 | $12,000–$25,000+ | Costa d'Este (Vero Beach) |
| Backyard elopement | 2–20 | $500 officiant + permit | Any waterfront home |
Why book Sunrise on the River for the wedding weekend
- · Sleeps 8: perfect for the immediate family, the couple's suite, or the bridal party's getting-ready morning.
- · Photo backdrops: private dock over the river, gazebo, fire pit, sunrise light on the water.
- · Space to breathe: 1,800 sqft plus a gazebo, fire pit and open deck by the water.
- · Pet-friendly: your dog can be in the pictures.
- · Boat/RV parking: for the vendor rig or the food truck.
Realistic budget for a 60-guest waterfront wedding
Based on our snowbird-turned-wedding-planner friend's actual 2025 numbers for a Sebastian ceremony + Capt. Hiram's reception:
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Venue (ceremony + reception) | $5,500 |
| Catering (60 guests × $85) | $5,100 |
| Bar (beer/wine, 4 hrs) | $2,400 |
| Photography (8 hrs) | $3,500 |
| Flowers | $1,800 |
| DJ | $1,200 |
| Officiant | $400 |
| Cake | $600 |
| Rentals (chairs, arch, linens) | $1,500 |
| Bridal-party lodging (Sunrise on the River, 3 nts) | $1,900 |
| Total | ~$23,900 |
That's roughly 40% less than the same wedding in Vero Beach proper or 60% less than West Palm Beach.
What we recommend
Book 3–4 nights minimum for the wedding weekend so the whole family can decompress before and after. Ask us about wedding-party direct rates — we discount 3+ night stays that fall on ceremony weekends.
Message us with the wedding date and we'll block dates around it.
More for wedding planning: the waterfront house on the Indian River · wedding venues in the area guide · photo gallery: dock, gazebo and sunrise light · guest reviews · nearby beaches for the ceremony · Barefoot Bay for out-of-town family · what guests do between events.
More from the river: wedding and event venues in the area guide · Sebastian Riverfront Fine Art & Music Festival · corporate housing on the Space Coast · why our lagoon stays sargassum-free
Boat and kayak launches near the house
Tap a launch to move the map. Drive times are from Sunrise on the River in Grant-Valkaria.
US-1 at Grant, Grant-Valkaria — Closest launch to the house. One concrete lane, boarding dock, straight into the lagoon with no bridges to Sebastian Inlet.
- Drive to Grant Boat Ramp at that hour: 4 min each way (15 min to unload and rig).
- On the water about 7:19 am, back home around 9:23 am.
- Total trip: 2.4 hours.
- Best departure for flat water and light traffic: 6:00 am — the lagoon is usually glass until about 10am.
| Launch | Drive | Fee | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 min · 1.2 mi | Free | Directions | |
| 5 min · 2.0 mi | Free | Directions | |
| 6 min · 2.0 mi | Free | Directions | |
| 18 min · 11 mi | Free | Directions | |
| 22 min · 14 mi | Free | Directions | |
| 22 min · 14 mi | $4–$5 per vehicle | Directions | |
| 20 min · 12 mi | $8 per vehicle | Directions | |
| 25 min · 17 mi | Free | Directions |
Three ways to stay and paddle
Kayaks are included with every stay at Sunrise on the River, launched from our own dock on the Indian River Lagoon — no rental counter, no trailer, no drive.
Sunrise Paddle Weekend
- · Kayaks included — launch straight off the private dock
- · Paddleboard-flat water from first light to about 10am
- · Fire pit and gazebo for the evening
Lagoon & Spoil Islands Week
- · Kayaks all week, no rental fees
- · Paddle the spoil islands and the Sebastian sandbar
- · Boat ramps under 2 miles for your own trailer
Snowbird Paddle Month
- · Kayaks, dock and screened porch for the whole stay
- · Manatee season on Turkey Creek and the St. Sebastian River
- · Two dogs welcome — $100 per dog per stay
Cleaning $150, dogs $100 each per stay, no resort fees. Check live availability.
Frequently asked
Can we host the ceremony at the house?
Small ceremonies (up to 20 guests, seated on the deck or dock) are welcome — please tell us in advance. Anything larger works better at a proper venue and we'll help you pick one.
Can vendors set up the day before?
Absolutely, when the calendar allows. Book 3+ nights and vendor access on day 1 is included.
The river, once a month
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