Belle Mer’s glamorous and contemporary aura provides the perfect venue for an exquisite oceanside wedding, cocktail party, or gala. Seven acres of manicured green lawns on the edge of Narragansett Bay allow 1,500+ guests to mingle in style, epitomizing the Newport society experience.
UNIQUE AND SPECIAL ROOMS
Providing an ideal setting for intimate wedding ceremonies, romantic garden receptions, the Water Salon + Lawn at Belle Mer exemplifies the luxury and sophistication of Newport. The lawn is the perfect location for afternoon lawn games or team building activities under the stars.
CAPACITY
16,781 Square Feet
N/A Ceiling Height
300 Theater Style
1,000 Garden Reception
500 Seated Event + Program
500 Dinner + Dancing
HIGHLIGHTS
fire pit • ceremony circle • crushed oyster shell paths • stunning sunsets
Dressed in soft whites and sparkling crystal, the Water Salon personifies sophistication and glamour. As the largest un-tented, four-season event space in Newport, the Salon features a wall of glass doors offering nearly unobstructed views of the ocean, while warm weather means an organic transition through the entirely open wall onto the lawn.
CAPACITY
6,859 Square Feet
14′ Ceiling Height
600 Theater Style
950 Cocktail Party
270 Crescent Rounds of 6
450 Seated Event + Program
280 Dinner + Dancing
HIGHLIGHTS
retractable glass Nana walls • crystal chandeliers • flowing white sheers • fireplace
The Island House creates a space of relaxed luxury, a short walk down a shell path past illuminated fountains. The private space away from the main building features view of the Newport Bridge and the romance of the Vanderbilt Light post lend an atmosphere of soft intimacy to any event.
CAPACITY
5,122 Square Feet
12’1″ Ceiling Height
300 Theater Style
325 Cocktail Party
150 Crescent Rounds of 6
250 Seated Event + Program
180 Dinner + Dancing
HIGHLIGHTS
Vanderbilt light posts • two water fountains • fire pit • private entrance
On the second floor of the Island House, the spacious and airy loft is an ideal location for a respite from an event. The area makes for a perfect VIP lounge, bridal suite, or regatta observation room.
CAPACITY
1,788 Square Feet
N/A Ceiling Height
40 Theater Style
40 Cocktail Party
24 Crescent Rounds of 6
40 Seated Event + Program
30 Dinner + Dancing
HIGHLIGHTS
dramatic 360-degree views • high ceilings and open layout • white-washed floors • full bath

CULINARY & COCKTAILS
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