Bonnet Island Estate by Merri-Makers

5 stars. Everything about Bonnet Island Estate is perfection. I dreamed of getting married here since I was in 6th grade and my actual day was perfection. Mary was truly incredible to work with every step of the way and ensured our day was amazing. The staff on site day of was attentive and made sure the day ran smoothly. It POURED rain all morning, and everyone made sure there would be no hiccups. Thankfully, by the ceremony, the sun came out and I truly wouldn't have changed a thing, We received so many compliments on the venue and how perfect it was. Don't even question it - BIE is the perfect venue for your wedding!

I cannot say enough about how incredible the venue and staff were for our daughter's recent wedding. The Bonnet Island Estate team guided us through every aspect of our daughter's wedding from the day we hired them throughout every second of her actual wedding day and post wedding day, and they did so with patience, smiles, and ease. We felt so pampered and assured. We have gotten only wonderful feedback about how much our guests enjoyed the food, the service, and being at such a beatiful location. Our daughter glowed with happiness the entire weekend as we felt completely taken care of in everyway. We cannot thank them enough for the incredible wedding that will remain in our hearts and minds forever.

I could not thank everyone enough at Bonnet Island for making our day so perfect and special to us!! They were amazing through out the whole planning process and helped me figure out so many little details that I didn't eve think of! I was always able to contact them and Andrea would get back to me right away. You can really tell they love what they do there. Anything I needed they had and on my wedding day there were always there making sure everything was going exactly how I envisioned. Even the next morning, everything from the venue was packed up and ready to go by the front door. They took the best care of us and our guests! I was told so many times by my guests that it was the best venue they had ever been to!

THE BEST DAY EVER. The entire Bonnet Island Estate property, the staff, the food and ambiance exceeded our expectations. We couldn't have asked for a better experience overall. The entire day was catered to us, what we wanted and loved and it just came out so perfectly. The staff was so helpful and knowledgeable, they were kind and accommodating and helped us through planning and the actual day seamlessly and with great attention to detail. The food was delicious and they catered to my celiac (gluten free) needs without hesitation. Our guests continue to reach out to us about how much they enjoyed themselves and how impressed they were...that is so meaningful to us. We have people coming to celebrate our love and we want them to be happy too. I could sit here and write for hours but all I can say is, if you're trying to make a decision and want to have the most beautiful, glowing, happy memories, choose Bonnet. Get the rooms, stay overnight, make the most of it. Life is short and we wouldn't have done anything differently. Cheers!

A dream come true. The estate, it’s amenities, the staff, the food, the grounds….all of it is a 10/10 and made our wedding weekend beyond our expectations!! It’s more than a beautiful venue…it’s an experience. We often reflect on how choosing Bonnet was the best decision we made around our wedding and how we’re so grateful. Andrea is incredible — so attentive, patient, professional and a joy to work with. The whole team is!! They truly make you feel like Bonnet is yours - for the wedding weekend and forever. We cannot recommend Bonnet Island Estate enough - it’s absolutely gorgeous and every single thing is taken care of so seamlessly and professionally. Thank you for everything Bonnet team!!!!!!

Unbelievable and unforgettable! I want to get married again and again! Everyone was awesome and they know how to make your day so special. It is worth the money!

The entire wedding day was pure bliss and I am so thankful for the great Merri-Makers staff that put on the wedding of my dreams! The ceremony was exquisite, the food was mouth-watering and the party quite literally did not stop until after midnight. We got so many compliments and great comments from our guests that the servers were professional and our cocktail hour had some of the most delicious foods etc. One family member Terry even commented about how it seemed like some of the staff in particular were so passionate about the job and were so happy to be there he even offered one of the servers Sean a job in PA because he was so fantastic and always had a smile on his face no matter what he was doing. Things like that when you hear it from a family member make it even more worthwhile because when you have a group of people trying to make your day special it shows, and I am so glad that Merri-Makers put on my dream wedding. When it was time to walk down the aisle with our friends and loved ones beside us you can really see the beauty of it all & I would not choose another venue to have done this then at Bonnet Island. From the planning stages with our wedding coordinators to the great staff on the day of, it truly felt like the day went by so fast and I am still just reliving all the great memories with the notes and pictures taken on the day of from family. I absolutely hope I can come back and attend a wedding here as a guest in the future because it will always hold a special place in mine and my husband's heart.

Simply perfection! Hosted our daughter's wedding here in June, while the bride and groom will tell you the day was the" best ever", we're also still receiving messages from guests, including teenagers who usually have nothing to say about anything, raving about it having been the most beautiful wedding they'd ever attended with the most delicious food! The chef is extraordinary, and very accommodating, many guests commented they felt like they were dining in a fine restaurant as opposed to attending a wedding. Andrea and the team of coordinators are all stellar and minimize the stress of planning for the big day. From the open air chapel to the natural light filled ballroom everything about this venue is stellar. Don't think twice, it's simply perfect ❤

Where to begin!? Bonnet Island was the very first venue we seriously toured, and while we did our due diligence by looking elsewhere, we knew it was the place instantly. From the setting to the design details to the stellar staff, everything was perfect. Andrea and her team at Weddings of Distinction took such good care of us. When we had to postpone by a full year due to COVID, they were incredibly flexible and let us transfer to a new date we felt more comfortable with. They were helpful with vendor recommendations but were also happy to work with new faces. Though we brought in our own independent weekend coordinator to help us out, Andrea still inspired confidence that she could have handled the whole weekend herself with her eyes closed — you'd be in great hands with just the Weddings of Distinction team. The whole team, from the bridal attendants (yay Jordan and Kayla!) to the maître d' to the overnight manager, was so great. If there were any logistical hiccups day of, we were blissfully unaware. Everyone hopes for perfect weather on their wedding day, but I think where Bonnet shone brightest might have been how it faired even on a sub-optimal day with a weather contingency. We had high winds, cloudy skies, and a sprinkle of rain for our October wedding day, but guests could enjoy the open-air, yet covered Boathouse Chapel ceremony and Veranda cocktail hour while still taking in the gorgeous waterfront views. We ended up with about 165 guests and an 11-piece band, all of which fit very comfortably in the ballroom. I understand the occupancy can go higher, but this was perfect for us — we filled the space but didn't feel overly crowded. We loved the overnight accommodations (all 12 on-site guest suites are OUT OF THIS WORLD and such a value add) and the fact that we had the full run of the property for an on-site after party. After many hours of dancing in the ballroom, we set up late-night karaoke in the main floor of the house, which went until the wee hours of the morning. The Bonnet/Weddings of Distinction team really helped our unique vision come to life and encouraged us to be creative with the space! Our guests keep saying it was the most beautiful setting for a wedding, and they're 100% right. For that, we can't thank the team at Bonnet enough!

It was a dream come true getting married at Bonnet Island Estate. My husband and I are so pleased with how they executed our wedding. The estate was flawless, the food was incredible, and the staff was so and accommodating. I'm hoping one of my friends chooses this as their venue so we can go back soon!!!

Our daughter had her vow renewal in August this year after it was postponed due to Covid. We absolutely loved Bonnet Island Estate.! This was her dream reception. The venue is gorgeous. Very bright and airy inside due to all the large windows throughout. The detached chapel is beautiful in it’s simplicity. All the summer flowers were in bloom which we wanted! Our wedding planner ,Gianna ,made us feel very much at ease during the planning process most especially during Covid. Our maitre D Joanne was at our beckoning call for anything during the cocktail hour and reception. The food was excellent! Best wedding reception food I’ve ever eaten. Thank you Bonnet Island and staff for making our daughters reception exceptional. Oh and all our guests were very complimentary of this venue.

We just had our wedding at Bonnet Island in May and it was the absolute best. After a cancelled destination wedding (due to Covid), we felt so defeated and even contemplated not having a big wedding reception, but that changed the second we saw the estate in person… because well, it’s just stunning. BIE is gorgeous but even more importantly: the staff, service and food was impeccable. All of our guests raved about how amazing the food was. The service was exceptional. From the moment we arrived to the property, every need was tended to – everything was so seamless, and they took control of everything, allowing us to fully and completely enjoy our wedding day. Not only were they attentive and taking care of my husband and I, but also our parents. We had the best time and so did our guests – our guests continue to rave about how it was such an amazing wedding!!!

We just had our wedding at BIE and it was SPECTACULAR from start to finish. Mary is the best of the best and helped us plan the entire event from the moment we took a tour of BIE almost a year ago. She guided us through the entire process and bent over backwards to accommodate every request we had. The property itself is gorgeous, the food was excellent and the staff/service was exceptional - especially the day of the wedding. I was shocked at how many people were dedicated to taking care of myself, my husband and our immediate families. Our guests cannot stop talking about what an amazing wedding it was - I would get married there again if I could!!

We left Bonnet Island a 1 star review and they feel the need to delete their reviews to appear as a 5 star venue... they are not. They called my fiance and I a liability and treated us as though we were beneath them and not welcome to use the venue. After talking with other people and checking yelp it only further confirmed that their customer service is terrible, their employees are rude and that they only care about money, we urge you to go else for your wedding. (We've also screenshotted this just incase they decide to continue to delete comments.

Bonnet Island Estate is the most PERFECT wedding venue! We knew as soon as we pulled in for our tour that this was the place for us. We were grated by Mary from Merri Makers during our tour and from that day forward Mary became our right hand girl for everything from start to finish. The venue speaks for itself, it is beautiful winter, spring, summer, fall- it truly is stunning. We rented the entire estate so our bridal party had a gorgeous room to stay in (with a view of course) the night of our wedding. The day of salon was a brides dream and the groomsman suite was the ultimate pre-game room for the big day. Not only is the venue perfect, the service is unmatched! Between Mary, the maîtres d, the kitchen staff, all the way down to the girl who held my dress as I walked around for pictures- the best of the best. They were all so nice, helpful, and accommodating. The food was insane! The staff made sure we both were able to try everything our cocktail hour had to offer. Overall our day was a dream come true. We can't thank Mary, Merri Makers, Bonnet Island, and the entire staff enough. I'd give 10 stars if I could. Thank you for making our day perfect!

From day 1, Bonnet Island Estate did not disappoint!! Gianna with Merri-Makers is the BEST! Planning an executing an event during COVID was challenging, but Gianna was there every step of the way. The service, the staff, the food, the atmosphere, every.single.thing was on point!! We have received compliment after compliment from our guests saying how wonderful everything was, and most saying it was "the best wedding they have ever been to"... and its all thanks to the team at Bonnet Island! If you are considering this venue, go for it... you will not be disappointed!!

Bonnet Island Estate is beautiful!! We’ve gotten so many compliments on how perfect the venue was, from the romantic boathouse ceremony , to the pretty cocktail hour outside under the lights, and finally the absolutely beautiful reception space with the view of the boathouse behind it. Absolutely stunning! The groomsmen and my husband enjoyed the grooms room before the wedding and myself and my lady’s had so much fun getting ready in the bridal room! I can go on and on about Bonnet, it was perfect!

Our wedding at the Bonnet Island was an absolute dream come true. The venue is stunning and couldn't have been more perfect for our wedding day. The staff is incredible and they attend to your needs the entire day. Not only do they attend to the bride and groom, but your parents/wedding party as well which made everyone feel special. Our guests couldn't believe how beautiful the grounds were. They were also very impressed with all of the food especially the cocktail hour. Andrea was our wedding coordinator. She is simply amazing and always took the time to discuss any questions I had and go over all of the details time and time again. The Bonnet Island is such a unique place. It is not easy to find a venue that you are able to get ready there and stay overnight, which makes for an endless night of partying. If you are unsure about booking your wedding here - you should not look any further. The Bonnet Island will forever hold a special place in our lives and I already cant wait to go back and visit!!

We would rate BIE 6 stars out of 5! We can’t say enough positive things about this place. In the months leading up to our wedding, despite having hundreds of weddings to keep track of at any given time, Mary and her team made us feel like we were their only client. Their execution on the day of was perfect, and we continue to hear unsolicited comments from friends and family that genuinely thought it was the nicest wedding that they had ever been to. The food was incredible — not just the lukewarm banquet food that you typically get at a wedding. We also really appreciated the outside vendors that BIE referred us to (eg Neptune Liquors and Mike’s Affordable Transportation), which were great to deal with and very professional. The chapel and water backdrop is perfect for pictures The only minor point to be aware of was that we used the cocktail hour room for our after party (which was super convenient because no one had to travel between the reception and after party) and they weren’t able to dim the lights. I think they do this for liability purposes. So was a little brighter than we would have liked it. Not a dealbreaker but wouldn’t want anyone to be surprised.

Bonnet Island Estate was the most amazing venue. From the way the staff help decorate to the food, it was absolutely amazing. My wedding was on a Friday, so I was lucky enough to be able to get into the Estate at 9am to get ready the whole day. Lauren, my bridal attendant was absolutely the star of the show for me. She was so attentive and so nice. Every time I turned around she was there to see if I needed anything. She also helped me with my train the whole time I was taking pictures. She really helped keep my stress level down! Everyone came up to me throughout the night telling me how amazing the food was and they weren’t wrong! The food was the best wedding food I have ever had. The next morning everything was already packed up and waiting for us by the door to easily load our cars. The service was outstanding and they made it so easy for us to have an amazing time. They really made my day a dream and I wish I could do it all over again!

I had my wedding at Bonnet Island Estate last weekend and everything was wonderful! I could not have dreamed for a more perfect venue for my wedding. Mary and Ellie were both wonderful and the Bridal Attendants were absolutely amazing. The food was delicious and all my guests have been raving about the day! I cannot thank Weddings of Distinction or Merrimakers catering enough for making our special day perfect!

My husband and I recently got married at Bonnet and it was the best decision we ever made. Mary made the whole process stress-free and fun. She was very accessible and was always prompt with her responses. The venue itself was gorgeous and the wedding went off without a hitch. The food was amazing and the staff was polite and efficient. We would highly recommend having your wedding at Bonnet, you won’t regret it!

Our wedding at Bonnet Island Estate was unreal. If we had to choose a wedding venue over again, we would choose Bonnet again and again! The venue has the most picturesque setting, and creates such a nice backdrop for the entire wedding. Mary helped us plan our wedding and was fantastic! She was available 24/7 for every question we had during the planning process (many) and was always really patient with us. Ellie was absolutely incredible the day of. She was there every time we needed anything and such a true professional. Our bridal attendants, Lauren and Alyssa, were also so helpful. They anticipated all of our needs throughout the day and really made us feel taken care of. Bonnet is perfect for anyone looking for a waterfront venue that is unique, without having to worry about a single detail. The food was also amazing. Our guests are still raving about our wedding and Bonnet gave us the wedding of a lifetime!

Could not have picked a better venue! As soon as I saw Bonnett I knew i wanted to get married there. First, I loved that it was on the water. I loved that you could be outside if the weather was nice, but the wedding would not be ruined if it did rain. Luckily, we had nice fall weather. I had 175 people, which was perfect for the space. I also loved that the ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, and after-party was all in the same venue. Transitions were so nice and guests did not have to worry about going to multiple places. Everything flowed so nicely. Also pretty awesome that we had rooms right upstairs! Which was great after a very long day and night. All rooms are beautiful. Everyone we worked with at Bonnett was amazing. Andrea we worked with mostly to plan the wedding and she was easy to work with. On the wedding day, the wedding attendants were so friendly, helpful, and very attentive. They made the day basically stress free. Food was AMAZING. Received so many compliments on the food and the overall venue. Couldn't have been happier with the way things turned out. Bonnett made it the perfect night.

What a perfect venue. The wedding was a perfect 10. Andrea planned the perfect day and always got back to me as I was constantly changing the menu, changing the count, etc. I can not find one fault with the whole night. Ellie took care of my family and was there for any issues we might have. Made sure we had food, water, etc. I can’t find one fault with our whole experience. Perfect venue

The venue speaks for itself. Absolutely stunning setting for a wedding. Mary was very helpful leading up to the wedding day, answering questions whenever I had them. Ellie was PHENOMENAL the day of-- setting up and making sure things ran smoothly the whole night. My two bridal attendants (I wish I could remember their names right now!!!!) were actually the best part of the day. They were so sweet, so hard working, and went out of their way to make things easy and perfect for me. It was truly a perfect day.

We got married at Bonnet Island Estate on 6/2/18. It was truly the best day of our lives. The venue completely exceeded our expectations. From the food, to the drinks, the service and the beautiful ambiance, our guests were raving about how amazing it was! We are so happy we chose Bonnet Island for our special day. We will remember it forever!

It's hard to put all of the emotions from such a big day into words. I had my wedding at Bonnet Island Estate just 2 weeks ago and it was the absolute most perfect day ever! You never know what weather you will get down LBI but everyone we worked with made all the extra efforts to make sure Bonnet looked beautiful and picture perfect after an abnormally long and harsh winter. Mary and Ellie were wonderful to work with leading up to my big day and ESPECIALLY on the day of the wedding. They were so professional and on top of all the details I wanted apart of my big day. It really made for a smooth and stress free wedding day. One of the assistants, Lauren, was by my side the entire day helping with anything needed and an absolute DREAM all day dealing with 2 large parties and all the wedding day craziness. Lauren was the best!! My guests could not stop raving about the food and staying overnight at the estate with our bridal/groom party was one of the best parts of our evening. Bonnet Island is beautiful in itself. The Boathouse Chapel can be decorated to each bride's vision and there is so much charm down LBI. Bonnet will forever carry a special place in our hearts and we haven't stopped getting texts and calls about how wonderful of a time our guests had. I would HIGHLY recommend Bonnet for future weddings!

Bonnet is where wedding dreams come true. I wish I could live there. My husband and I woke up the next day in our bridal suite overlooking the gorgeous grounds and reminiscing about the best day of our lives. From the bridal salon to the groom's room, from the chapel to boathouse, from the grand staircase to the bridal walk, everything, I mean everything is just an absolute dream and I am so sad it is all over. Andrea is AMAZING to work with. She was there for every question to every detail. This place makes no mistakes and our day was stress free totally euphoric. It was worth EVERY penny, EVERY headache. I would do it all over again and again. My husband and I know we will renew our vows there too one day (and we are penny pitchers). It's that incredible! It is worth it! Book your dates brides, just do it. You will not regret it!!

Bonnet Island is, in my opinion, the most beautiful place in NJ to have an elegant, beachy wedding. The views are incredible, the staff is so professional and friendly, the barn is a romantic, intimate setting for an on-site ceremony, and the food is high-quality and delicious! We had 190 people and there was plenty of space. Throughout the entire day my family, in-laws, husband and I were so well taken care of. Everything was absolutely perfect from start to finish. The execution was flawless. Thank you for making our wedding day so memorable!

Dream wedding is an understatement. For years I told my family and friends that I would get married at Bonnet Island Estate, not ever thinking I would. My family and I knew the minute we walked in for the tour with Mary, from Merri-Makers, that this had to be our wedding venue. It was so beautiful by itself there wasn’t much left to do besides show up! Mary was definitely an added bonus. She was so helpful throughout the entire planning process. The day of the wedding went so smoothly. I was weary about a Friday wedding but being able to get into the estate by 10am made the day feel less rushed and allowed us to relax before the big event. Ellie and Colleen were AMAZING and were there for us every step of the way that day. Most importantly our wedding was a lot of fun. We felt like everything came together perfectly with the help of the staff. We have gotten so many compliments about the entire day. Everything from the beautiful venue, the delicious food, to the amazingly attentive staff. We cannot thank you enough for making our day one that not only we will remember but one that our guests will be talking about for years to come! We stopped by a few days after the big day to pick up a few things. As we left we were told to come back to visit anytime and come take anniversary and family pictures because we are now part of the Bonnet Island Family.

We had an absolutely fairytale wedding at Bonnet Island this past June! From the moment we stepped foot on the property, we knew we had to have our wedding there. The grounds and the estate speak for themselves - it is rustic and beachy, but elegant and formal at the same time. Not only is the place beautiful, but the staff is AMAZING! Mary and Ellie were so accommodating - they made sure all of our visions came to life and everything was perfect! The food is also to die for - many of of guests are foodies and can be very difficult to please, but we've received nothing but the highest compliments! We rented the rooms and had an after party at the estate, which I highly recommend to anyone considering having their wedding at BIE. The day went by so fast, so it was so nice to have the time to enjoy the estate all night long with family and friends and to have breakfast there the next day. We could not be happier with our choice to have the wedding at BIE and wish we could go back and do it all again! Thank you to Merri Makers to being so amazing and helping us create the wedding of our dreams! You guys are the absolute BEST!

Perfect wedding day. Pricey, but you get what you pay for. I didn't have to lift a finger or worry about a single thing - Andrea, Cody and Ellie had me covered. The grounds are gorgeous (even with a chilly spring) and did not need special lighting or extraordinary floral arrangements as it was beautiful in itself. All of our guests raved about the venue, food, service and entertainment. Truly a perfect day, and we couldn't have asked for a more beautiful wedding. Thank you Bonnet. Amazing! - Amanda & Adam

This venue was absolutely stunning and worth every penny (lots of them!). We have received non-stop compliments on our venue and just how beautiful and perfect it was. It really feels like you're in your own home, although much bigger! The staff are incredible and super attentive. There are always a few minor snafu's but I wouldn't have changed a thing. Highly highly recommend Bonnet Island Estate.

I AM SPEECHLESS. There are absolutely no words to describe our wedding day!!!! The venue, the staff, the food, and the atmosphere exceeded both of our dreams. This is worth every single penny!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We cannot stop talking about our wedding day. Thank you for all of your help throughout this process and especially for your attention and help during our wedding day! It was flawless and truly the BEST DAY EVER! We cannot thank you enough!!!!!!!!! :) Lindsay & Brian

I was married at Bonnet Island Estate in June 2015. From the beginning of the planning process through the morning after our wedding, the staff was organized, professional and often knew what I needed even before I had thought of it. Mary, Ellie and Jess are amazing and really made our day so special and stress free. Yes, the venue is pricey, but if you can afford it, it is the prefect beach wedding setting and the staff is the best there is in the business. We spent our wedding day truly enjoying the party we had planned rather then chasing around vendors, worrying about timetables and other details of the day. Mary, Ellie and Jess made our day so enjoyable. I can't recommend this place and the staff enough. Top notch service, wonderful food and an amazing setting!

Fairytale Wedding Growing up going to LBI during the summers, it holds a special place in my heart. When I found out that Bonnet was available for our wedding, we were excited. But it was beyond what I have ever dreamed of... From the venue, to the food to the staff. Everything was perfect. Three weeks later and everyone is still talking about Bonnet and the food! Thank you for making this bride's dream come true

We held our daughter's June 13th wedding at Bonnet Island. The staff at Bonnet took care of every detail from the ceremony in the Boathouse Chapel to the last seconds of the reception. They were so courteous and attentive. The new salon on the main floor allowed the bridal party to be comfortable and gave the hair stylists plenty of room to work. Our friends and family could not get over the quality and quantity of the food. We kept hearing, "This is not wedding food. This is five-star restaurant food." The romantic ambiance made the day so special not only for my daughter and son-in-law but for all the guests. I am forever grateful to Bonnet Island for giving my family such an amazing experience that we will always cherish.

My husband and I got married this past April, 2015, at Bonnet Island Estate...I would highly recommend to anyone looking for delicious food, a beautiful venue with amazing water views, and an intimate quaint boathouse/chapel, which adds to the ambiance of your wedding...Merri Makers caterers do an excellent job! Mary R. was excellent to work with in the months leading to the wedding...we were invited down at any given time to look around, get ideas, ask questions...She was like having a best friend that I knew I could rely on for help! The food was incredible and delicious, from cocktail hour to dinner...They also give your guests fresh baked cookies and coffee upon their departure...We opted to book the 24 rooms as well...absolutely awesome to be able to check in, get ready there, have an after party, and then meet for breakfast in the morning! Special thanks also to Elle, Jessica, and the entire staff at Bonnet...everyone was so pleasant, and hospitable...We would highly recommend to anyone who wants a truly memorable wedding!!!

I was fortunate enough to get married at Bonnet Island Estate in September 2014 and feel Bonnet Island Estate is truly perfection in every possible way. The chapel and estate are breathtakingly beautiful and make for great photos. I strongly recommend utilizing the overnight estate rooms to help ensure your party never ends. This allows to have a brunch at the estate the next day which is a nice finishing touch to the weekend. As for the staff and service - they were absolutely outstanding. They were professional, organized and attentive yet always warm and friendly. They made sure everything ran smoothly and looked perfect. I highly recommend Bonnet Island Estate!

Upon the grand opening of Bonnet Island Estate, I went on a tour with my family of it when I was about 12 years old. I remember being dazzled by it at the time... but never would I have imagined I would one day have my very own wedding here. It was the key to our "fairy tale" wedding we were looking for. It is a combination of rustic, elegance, and class. It is simply stunning, from the interior decorations, the ambiance, the outdoor grounds with flowers in every direction, and views of the Barnegat Bay and LBI. The staff is outstanding and were ALWAYS available to answer any and all of my questions throughout the wedding planning process. Always polite, prompt, and friendly. The service on the day of the wedding was outstanding as well. My husband and I felt like a king and queen :) Once you step foot inside to check out Bonnet Island Estate.... you will see for yourself what I am talking about. My husband and our families still can't believe we actually had our wedding reception there!!! It was the perfect start to our happily ever after.

I had my wedding at Bonnet and it was absolutely AMAZING. My guests could not stop talking about the food or the venue for weeks afterwards. I am so happy I was lucky enough to get married there. Everything at the venue is simply stunning and thought out perfectly. The staff was wonderful, I was sick the day of my wedding and they made sure to get me whatever I needed. Mary and Ellie were extra wonderful; Mary was always there throughout the planning to answer any and all questions that I had. I would HIGHLY recommend Bonnet, your wedding will be sure to stand out from the rest!! It is also a great value compared to other venues that are the same price and do not provide as many amenities as Bonnet.

I knew I wanted to get married at Bonnet Island Estate 10 years ago. I was working for a newspaper down in Manahawkin and I remember going to the media tour of the opening of the Estate. I remember walking into the boathouse chapel and saying to my coworker, "This is where I am going to get married." Many years later, I did. During our wedding, a young girl named Meghan was assigned to follow me around to help me with anything I needed. She was with me most of the day. She was so great and friendly! And everyone I had dealt with at Bonnet from inquiring about dates to a follow-up email after the wedding was very helpful. Brides who are looking to book with Bonnet should check out the prices on their website, and remember that everything is booked separate, such as the caterer (you must use Merri-Makers), liquor, etc. But once you take a tour of the place, nothing else will compare. Take it from a girl who visited Bonnet 10 years ago and didn't look at any other reception sites when she finally got engaged.

Bonnet Island is a gorgeous setting, staff is wonderful!

The staff at BIE were all amazing to work with and so friendly. The site is so gorgeous, its hard to ask for / find a prettier location. I got married here in September 2013 and everything went flawlessly. The staff made sure everything was set up correctly and things happened on time, the food was amazing (MerriMakers), and I could not have asked more! It was a very memorable day that I will cherish forever!

Bonnet Island Estate was such an amazing place to get married, it was just perfect. The grounds, bridal suite, chapel & spectacular views are all just perfect. The management & staff of the estate are excellent and very helpful as well.

Beautiful and magical venue! Everything was perfect!

The venue is fantastic and the service was above and beyond what we expected! They helped us with all of our other vendors and answered all of our questions quickly and thoroughly throughout the entire planning process. We got a day of planner and our own helper just for the two of us the day of! The views are stunning and rooms are fabulous!

BIE hosted our dream wedding. The pictures say it all... what a gorgeous setting for a wedding. There is no where in the world I'd rather have had our wedding. Plus, the team at BIE assisted with every little detail.

Everything about Bonnet Island Estate is impeccable. The venue itself is gorgeous, and the setting is perfect. The service and attention we received leading up to the day, as well as the day itself, was phenomenal. I would recommend this venue to anyone, but especially if you have a love of the shore, particularly LBI.

Bonnet Island Estate is stunningly beautiful- the barn/chapel which was moved from VT, the gorgeous 3-tiered veranda for cocktail hour on the water, and the non-cheesy reception room with a vaulted tongue and groove wood ceiling- all make for quite a backdrop!!! This IS the place to have a destination wedding without being too far from home. Ellie, Ginny and Mary from Bonnet Island Estate made sure that the property was in tip-top shape, that Italian and Greek flags were flying, that the guest rooms and chapel were clean, and that all of the long dining tables were set perfectly, even with my very intricate seating plan and nearly 500 floating candles! There was no Friday evening wedding the weekend of our event, so even with a Church wedding 45 minutes away, my husband and I were able to get into Bonnet early and get ready at the property- super convenient and made for beautiful photo opportunities. The staff made sure that sandwiches and drinks were distributed during this getting ready time. Staff did a wonderful job of orchestrating all of the vendors starting the day before our wedding and making sure that traffic- including our 3 buses and special car- flowed smoothly on the big day. Bonnet assigned a waitress just for my husband and I, who was amazing and really helped us gain access to drinks and hors d’oeuvres amidst the excitement. There was only one small thing I would have changed. We had asked the staff to set up 150 mini champagne bottles (and a few bottles of non-alcoholic lemonade) around a flower arrangement on a table in the center of the chapel for when guests first arrived. Each champagne bottle was to be opened and outfitted with a gold straw. This was an expensive endeavor meant to create visual impact for the photographer and to be a special welcome from our family, who is in the wine & spirits business. Unfortunately, there was only a scattering of opened and unopened champagne bottles and lemonade bottles on the table when my friends arrived and two cases of the mini champagne bottles were never opened or used- which meant a third of our guests missed out. All in all, I would definitely have my wedding at Bonnet Island Estate again- the staff is warm and accommodating, guest rooms are luxurious and meticulously clean and everyone went out of their way to make our wedding a special day. We were lucky enough to have gorgeous spring weather, but even on the rainiest or coldest of days, Bonnet Island Estate would make you feel like a princess and would be a perfect wedding venue.

Fabulous venue. Ginny and everyone at the Estate made our special day perfect and stress free

Loved BIE - was the PERFECT venue to have our wedding. The service was fantastic and Laura from Merri Makers was always available to meet with us or answer questions. We received many, many compliments from our guests that it was the best wedding they had ever been to. I would highly recommend renting the estate for the night, it was so nice to get ready there and flow right into the after-party. The only issue we had was that we kept finding the door to the bridal room downstairs open... and sometimes guests in there as the estate lends itself to people "exploring" the different rooms. We had many valuables in the room - I would recommend that you ask for this room to be locked and for a key to the room. Everything else was top notch.

The Estate was a gorgeous place to have our wedding. We loved the view and the atmosphere. The staff was, for the most part, friendly, but could have been a little more helpful throughout the planning process. For the amount of money spent on having the Estate for your event, we felt that they should have been a little more involved throughout the entire process, not just on the day of. Otherwise, the staff took care of us pretty well.