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James River Country Club
4.6 ★★★★★ 229 Google reviews · Waterfront wedding venue in Newport News, Virginia · 0.2 mi to the sand
Membership-only venue for golf, tennis, swimming and racquets, plus weddings.
Plan your tour
- Setting waterfront venue, 0.2 mi to the sand — verified by its distance to a real shoreline
- Capacity couples mention 500–500-guest weddings in reviews — ask the venue for their stated maximum
- Phone (757) 595-3327
- Website jamesrivercc.com — most venues book tours right on their site
On the property
“My bridal party and I loved having the large bridal suite to get ready in.”
What couples highlight
“We had a beautiful October wedding for our daughter and son-in law at the James River Country Club!”
“The venue staff's helpfulness during this crucial run-through foreshadowed the seamless coordination on the big day.”
“Our wedding journey was perfect, and the orchestrator of that experience was none other than Kristin, our incredible wedding venue coordinator, and the excellent venue staff.”
From the reviews
I had my wedding here on the 7th and it was FANTASTIC! The entire team worked so hard to make our day special, specifically Brad & Conrad. I could not be more thankful for them both. The entire day was beautiful and the attention to detail was incredible. The food was all so delicious as well.
The club was the venue for our son's wedding. Everything about the experience was above and beyond what we expected. Kristin was attentive in every aspect from planning to delivery! The food was delicious and plentiful. They provided everything we needed and provided assistance anytime we asked.
Beyond Expectations - Shoutout to Kristin and the Unforgettable Venue Team! Our wedding journey was perfect, and the orchestrator of that experience was none other than Kristin, our incredible wedding venue coordinator, and the excellent venue staff.
Second wedding within six months held yet again here. Oct 1st our youngest daughter had her Halloween Wedding and it was amazing. Once again Kristin and her staff were wonderful. They did all the decorations for us and just took time to make us feel welcome and stress free. Food yet again was amazing.
Getting married at James River Country Club
Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see the ceremony spot at the exact time of day you'd say your vows — a west-facing beach glows at sunset but bakes at noon, and you'll want to feel the wind, watch where the sun sits, and walk the path your guests take across the sand. Second, bring your real questions: the weather backup (where does the ceremony move if it rains or the wind kicks up?), who pulls the beach permit, the sound-ordinance curfew, the catering and bar policy, and exactly what's included — chairs, setup, and teardown on sand are where quotes quietly diverge. Peak beach dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
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