Bear Trap Dunes – Ocean View’s Premier Coastal Wedding Venue

Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club is a coastal Delaware wedding venue in Ocean View, Sussex County, offering indoor and outdoor celebrations for up to 200 guests. Just minutes from Bethany Beach, this scenic golf club combines beautifully maintained fairways, panoramic views, and a newly renovated clubhouse with floor-to-ceiling windows. It's a coastal wedding setting with all the charm of a beach getaway, minus the sand in everyone's shoes.

Surrounded by landscaped grounds and the natural beauty of Delaware's Eastern Shore, Bear Trap Dunes offers a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere for couples who want a memorable celebration close to the coast.

Event Spaces & Capacity

From outdoor ceremonies overlooking the golf course to receptions in the elegant clubhouse, Bear Trap Dunes offers flexible spaces for weddings of different styles.

• The Dunes Room: The signature indoor reception space features floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the golf course, bringing natural light and panoramic views into the celebration.

• Outdoor Ceremony Lawn: A picturesque setting surrounded by manicured grounds and golf course scenery, offering couples an open-air location for exchanging vows.

• Tented Reception Lawn: Located just outside the Dunes Room, this outdoor area can accommodate a tent for additional reception space, dancing, or cocktail gatherings.

• Renovated Clubhouse: An inviting setting with updated interiors, elegant finishes, and convenient access to the surrounding outdoor spaces.

Maximum Wedding Capacity: Up to 200 guests.

Catering & Bar Service

Bear Trap Dunes provides onsite catering with customizable menus designed around each couple's celebration. Options include plated dinners, buffets, passed hors d'oeuvres, and cocktail receptions.

The culinary team works with couples to personalize their menus, including dietary preferences and seasonal selections. Bar packages and beverage service can also be coordinated through the venue.

Why Couples Love Bear Trap Dunes

Some wedding venues offer a pretty view. Bear Trap Dunes installed floor-to-ceiling windows to make sure nobody misses it.

The combination of panoramic golf course scenery, landscaped outdoor spaces, and a beautifully renovated clubhouse gives couples plenty of flexibility for their wedding day. Outdoor ceremonies can transition into indoor receptions, while the surrounding grounds provide scenic opportunities for wedding portraits.

Another advantage is the availability of accommodations within the Bear Trap Dunes community. Guests can explore rental homes, townhouses, and condominiums nearby, making it easier to turn the celebration into an entire wedding weekend.

And with Bethany Beach just minutes away, couples and their guests can enjoy the restaurants, beaches, and attractions of coastal Delaware before or after the big day.

Ready for a coastal Delaware wedding with beautiful views and room to celebrate? Explore Bear Trap Dunes and inquire about your wedding date.