Can you rent a house for a wedding?

Yes, you can absolutely rent a house for a wedding. Wedding house rentals are private homes specifically designed and permitted to host wedding celebrations, offering both ceremony/reception spaces and overnight guest accommodations in one location. WedStay offers 45+ wedding house rentals across the US and internationally, with properties sleeping 6-60 guests and accommodating wedding ceremonies for 40-350 attendees. Prices start at $4,000 for weekend packages.

How much does it cost to rent a house for a wedding?

Wedding house rental costs range from $4,000 to $41,000+ for weekend packages, depending on location, property size, and amenities. The national average is $8,000-$15,000 for a 2-3 night rental accommodating 20-40 overnight guests and hosting 75-150 wedding attendees.

What's the difference between a wedding house rental and a traditional wedding venue?

Wedding house rentals are residential properties you rent exclusively for 2-3 days that include both event spaces AND overnight accommodations for 6-60 guests under one roof. Traditional venues rent ceremony and reception areas by the hour with guests staying in separate hotels. Houses provide multi-day experiences, vendor freedom, and combine venue + hotel costs into one package.

How many guests can a wedding house rental accommodate?

Wedding house rentals accommodate guests on two capacities: overnight sleeping (6-60 guests) and total event capacity (40-350 guests). Small houses (6-12 overnight) host 40-75 person ceremonies. Medium properties (14-30 overnight) accommodate 75-150 person weddings. Large estates (30-60 overnight) host 150-350 person weddings.

How far in advance should I book a wedding house rental?

Book wedding house rentals 12-18 months in advance for peak season (April-June, September-October). Prime Saturday dates often book 18-24 months ahead due to limited inventory. Shoulder season (March, November) requires 8-12 months with 20-30% discounts. Start your search 18-24 months before your ideal date for maximum selection.

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Why Choose a Luxury Destination Wedding?

Luxury destination weddings deliver unparalleled elegance, world-class service, and unforgettable experiences at Forbes-rated properties. Here's what sets premium celebrations apart from standard weddings.

Five-Star Accommodations

Luxury destination weddings feature Forbes-rated properties with world-class accommodations. Napa Valley's Auberge du Soleil offers 50 hillside suites with vineyard views ($1,200-$4,000/night). Hawaii's Four Seasons Resort Hualalai provides 243 oceanfront bungalows with private plunge pools ($1,500-$8,000/night). Charleston's The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island boasts 255 coastal rooms with golf course and ocean access ($600-$2,500/night). These properties deliver superior service, premium amenities, spa facilities, and impeccable attention to detail that standard venues cannot match.

Exclusive Estate Buyouts

Ultra-luxury weddings secure complete estate buyouts for ultimate privacy and personalization. Napa's Meadowood Estate ($100,000-$150,000) provides exclusive access to 250 acres, 85 suites, Michelin three-star restaurant, golf course, and private wine caves for 150-200 guests. Colorado's The Broadmoor ($75,000-$120,000) offers 784-room resort takeover with three golf courses, five-star spa, and mountain lake access. These buyouts eliminate outside guests, provide complete schedule control, and create truly private celebrations impossible at standard venues.

Michelin-Starred Catering

Premium destination weddings feature world-renowned culinary experiences from Michelin-starred chefs. Napa Valley venues partner with three-star Restaurant at Meadowood ($500-$800/person for tasting menus). Charleston properties work with Husk and FIG James Beard Award winners ($200-$400/person). Hawaii resorts offer executive chef-designed menus with local seafood, tropical fruits, and fusion cuisine ($250-$600/person). These aren't standard banquet meals—expect personalized multi-course tastings, premium wine pairings, farm-to-table ingredients, and presentation artistry worthy of fine dining establishments.

White-Glove Service

Luxury venues provide dedicated concierge teams managing every detail. Five-star properties assign personal wedding coordinators 12-18 months before your event, handling vendor coordination, timeline management, guest services, and day-of execution. Premium service includes pre-wedding spa experiences, welcome gift baskets in every guest room, 24-hour room service, private transportation coordination, and post-wedding farewell brunches. Staff-to-guest ratios of 1:3 to 1:5 ensure immediate attention and seamless experiences throughout your celebration weekend.

Premium Photography & Videography

Destination luxury weddings attract top-tier visual artists. Leading photographers charge $8,000-$25,000 for full weekend coverage versus $3,000-$6,000 for single-day standard weddings. Premium packages include engagement sessions, rehearsal dinner coverage, same-day highlight films, drone cinematography, second shooters, immediate digital delivery, and custom Italian leather albums. Luxury venues' stunning architecture, landscaped grounds, and dramatic backdrops provide editorial-quality settings impossible at standard locations. Invest in world-class documentation of your investment celebration.

Spa Services & Wellness

Luxury destination properties feature world-class spa facilities integrated into wedding weekends. Pre-ceremony couples massages ($400-$800), bridal party spa days ($2,000-$5,000), post-rehearsal relaxation treatments, and morning-of styling sessions in private spa suites. Five-star spas offer signature treatments: Napa's Calistoga mud baths and hot springs, Hawaii's lomilomi massage and tropical body wraps, Colorado's mountain stone therapy. Schedule wellness experiences for guests throughout the weekend—yoga classes, fitness sessions, meditation workshops—creating holistic celebration experiences beyond standard venues.

Custom Multi-Day Itineraries

Premium destination weddings span 3-5 days with curated experiences. Thursday arrival with welcome reception and property tour, Friday rehearsal dinner at Michelin restaurant or private vineyard ($15,000-$40,000), Saturday ceremony and reception ($50,000-$100,000+), Sunday farewell brunch and spa experiences ($5,000-$15,000). Include group activities: wine tastings, golf tournaments, yacht excursions, guided hikes, cooking classes, or cultural tours. Luxury venues provide dedicated concierges coordinating every element, creating comprehensive celebration experiences versus single-event traditional weddings.