Venue Series: Golf Clubs
The second installment of my venue series takes us all over the area to some of the best options for large weddings (200+). Golf clubs inherently provide a beautiful backdrop for your photos and are generally well-oiled machines when it comes to large events. Remember, this list is non-exhaustive and there are some other great golf club options in the area!
Newcastle Golf Club
Newcastle, WA
Closest hotels: Lots of options within ~7 miles in Eastgate, Issaquah, and northwest Renton
Capacity: 350
Price: $3,000+
You truly cannot beat Newcastle Golf Club’s panoramic views of the entire region - perched at the top of a hill next to Cougar Mountain, this venue is a showstopper for out-of-town guests looking to be wowed by our surroundings. The Golf Club offers both indoor and outdoor options with onsite catering, complimentary parking, and lovely bridal suite options. They also include use of golf carts for photos and can host your post-wedding brunch in addition to your wedding day festivities.
Photos (L to R): Betty Globa Photography via The Golf Club at Newcastle, GH Kim Photography via The Golf Club at Newcastle
The Club at Snoqualmie Ridge
Snoqualmie, WA
Closest hotels: Salish Lodge & Spa (3 miles) and The Hotel America (1 mile)
Capacity: 300
Price: $1,000+ for packages, $8,000+ for F&B
The Club at Snoqualmie Ridge is a great option if you’d like a little distance from the city without sacrificing some level of convenience. There are a couple great hotel options close by along with some great activities for your guests (Snoqualmie Pass, Snoqualmie Falls, hikes, and Snoqualmie Casino). The natural surroundings of the Cascades provide an unbelievable backdrop for your photos and they offer small wedding packages starting at an incredibly reasonable $500.
Photos: The Club at Snoqualmie Ridge
Echo Falls Golf Club
Snohomish, WA
Closest hotels: Lots of options in Woodinville (7+ miles)
Capacity: 200
Price: $750+ room rental, $1,200+ for F&B
Moving northeast of Seattle, this picturesque Snohomish venue boasts some stunning water features throughout the golf course including a waterfall you can choose as your ceremony backdrop (!!!). Echo Falls pricing is structured a bit more like traditional venues with separate pricing for rental, F&B, and decor, though weddings do include event staff at no additional cost. The location near Woodinville means your guests can conveniently explore wineries and all that the area offers.
Photos (L to R): Karissa Roe Photography via WeddingWire, Madison Elle Photo via WeddingWire
The Plateau Club
Sammamish, WA
Closest hotels: Lots of options within ~8 miles in Issaquah and Redmond
Capacity: 200 seated, 250 standing
Price: $300+ room rental, $1,300+ for F&B
If you’re sensing a “beautiful views” theme, you’re correct - and The Plateau Club doesn’t disappoint as you can see both of our nearby mountain ranges (Olympics and Cascades) from the venue. The Plateau Club is among the only large venue options on the Sammamish Plateau and offers both an indoor space and a beautiful, spacious balcony.
Photos (L to R): The Plateau Club, Toni Christine Photography via WeddingWire