As a wedding guest, I'm going in with the assumption that all food was provided by The Oceanview…read more Our friends wanted to get married at The Oceanview, and they were so booked that the wedding ended up being a weekday event, beginning before sunset, when the sun was just drifting behind the trees. Talk about great timing for avoiding the possibility of any sunburns. This was just my second beach side wedding experience, so it is a very real risk. The wind was a silent participant, blowing the bride's veil as it wished, and then declining to blow when it would have been helpful. Nothing Oceanview could do about this. More of a warning to future brides with an eye to an outdoor wedding. The outdoor wedding ceremony space is covered in fake grass and faces the rocky beach. So it is safe for heels. But anyone planning a walk on the beach should be aware. Parking is along the beach side of the road as their across the street neighbor is a golf course that needs its own parking spots as well. Stairs lead to the lobby of The Oceanview, where a two stall ladies room resides. However, the indoor party space is all up on the second level, up a flight of stairs, where the cocktail hour was set up in a room to the left, down a couple of steps. The open bar at the end had printed drink menus which included mocktail options. The room also opened to an outdoor patio where smokers were welcomed with ashtrays. There was a boat of jumbo shrimp cocktail and shucked shellfish, and passed appetizers, of which the short rib quesadilla was my favorite. Later, doors opened to the space to the right, to expose a grand dining room. Everything looked nice. Indeed it is a pleasant setting for a wedding! Water and champagne toasts were already poured out, with one empty wine glass apiece for us to pour our choice of white or red. The champagne was a nice one. An assorted bread basket arrived warm with seasoned swirls of butter, followed shortly by the salad course. Which in our case was a tasty spinach salad with fresh sliced pear, goat cheese, dried cranberries and walnuts. My entree was short rib, served as two hearty slices of tender beef on a bed of pilaf, and 4 spears of asparagus. I later discovered an assortment of desserts displayed in the cocktail room along with self serve coffee and tea. Whole sliced cakes, along with mini cakes, cream puffs, cannoli, and cookies. The cake was tender, and perhaps was the same cake base as the wedding cake which was lastly served. Our drink glasses were cleared from the tables all too soon. It left me without water to drink when enjoying my slice of wedding cake that I retrieved from the corner under a screen with the wedded pair's names, and still dancing guests without a way to sooth their parched throats.

Extremely Disappointing Experience at Oceanview of Nahant…read more I am writing this review regarding the unacceptable level of service provided by Oceanview of Nahant during my brother's wedding on July 27, 2025. After paying approximately $45,000 for what was marketed as a luxury, full-service venue, the experience was riddled with serious issues that negatively impacted the entire event. 1. Major Security and Privacy Concerns The bridal suite was left unlocked during the event, allowing anyone to enter freely. This was extremely distressing, as it contained personal belongings and valuables. For a venue of this caliber and price point, basic security should never be overlooked. 2. Underage Drinking There were instances of underage drinking taking place during the reception. This reflects a serious failure in bar oversight and alcohol service compliance. A professional venue should be strictly monitoring IDs and ensuring responsible service at all times. 3. Failure to Provide Promised Service During Photos While the wedding party was taking photos, no food was served to them as promised. The only beverage available was sangria served in plastic cups, and the bride herself did not even receive any. A designated sangria station was supposed to be set up and properly staffed, but it was poorly managed and lacked the presentation expected at a high-end venue. 4. Guest Book & Welcome Table Mismanagement My sister-in-law provided a beautiful guest book along with cameras for guests to use, yet there was no clear signage or staff guidance directing guests where to sign in or participate. Many guests were confused or missed the opportunity entirely, which is incredibly disappointing given the sentimental value of these items. 5. Dining & Food Service Failures Dinner service was disorganized. Seating guidance was minimal, causing confusion among guests. Even more concerning, food was cleared away prematurely -- some guests had not even finished or, in some cases, had not yet received their meals before plates were taken. This level of service is unacceptable, especially at a wedding where guests should feel accommodated and unrushed. For the price paid, we expected professionalism, coordination, and attention to detail. Instead, the event was marked by disorganization, poor communication, and preventable oversights. A wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime event, and it is deeply disappointing when a venue fails to deliver the level of service that was promised and paid for. I strongly encourage future couples to ask detailed questions about security, staffing, alcohol monitoring, and event-day coordination before booking. I advise anyone to look elsewhere where for your big day.!

Went for a rehearsal dinner....THE BEST food I've EVER had at a venue!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!…read moreThe food was PERFECTION!....atmosphere was lovely and the servers were great as well.

Attended a wedding here this past weekend. I can honestly say, I have never had a better meal at a…read morefunction! The food was OUTSTANDING. We were served hors' d'oeuvres while they were taking photos, then after we were seated we had salad, rolls and our main entree was beef, potatoes and asparagus. The meal was above and beyond what I was expecting! The venue itself is very elegant and the beautiful fountain outside is such a nice touch. The bride told me the staff was very attentive, they were able to mend a broken strap on her gown in a moment's notice and guided the couple throughout the evening. It was a wonderful night and I will recommend this venue to everyone I know.

This is the perfect retreat for any family, business or group of friends looking to get away. The…read morestaff is outgoing and fun to be around and the property itself is gorgeous. The owner works in his shop creating new works of art to place around the conference center, his artwork can be seen both inside and outside. There is a Jacuzzi and Sauna on site as well as a large fire pit. The location also features several trails and even an obstacle course.

We have come to this center for our annual staff retreat each year and they never fail to please…read more The grounds are beautiful, the ropes course extensive and the food service provided is great. Be warned, bring bug spray and plan to use all of it.

Cruiseport Gloucester It's a beautiful place don't get me…read morewrong, but don't let life happen to you. Not only will they keep your security deposit, but they will keep the rest of your payments you made as well. So unless your family is in perfect health, you have a great job and nothing is ever gonna happen by the time you get married, I would not recommend booking with this place.

Amazing! Me and mom had lunch here and it was amazing. Staff was great and all around nice place…read more Seems like a very busy place too. Dessert was huge!

It is highly regrettable that not only I, but also my significant other, family, and other vendors…read morehad to endure the complete unprofessionalism, poor communication, and discourtesy from both you and your staff. From the very first day I visited the venue, I was informed that several modifications were being made prior to my scheduled event. However, I was never updated that these changes were not occurring, which was the initial indication of the communication breakdown. I had to reach out to the venue a second time to confirm the event date and other details. As the event date approached, I had not finalized any food menu nor signed the contract. I had to make several calls before I could speak with someone to receive the menu and options. You later mentioned that they had entered my email incorrectly, and after I provided my email again via text, I still did not receive the menus or contract. I ultimately had to visit the venue in person, as I no longer felt comfortable communicating through email or text. During my meeting with you and Jacklyn, whom you mentioned was new, it became evident that there was a lack of communication between the two of you. The way you addressed her in front of me and my significant other was entirely unprofessional. It was also apparent that she was new and you had not given her the knowledge of how the business runs, as she had to frequently consult you for answers to my questions. However she was the nicest person we dealt with there. This included inquiries about both the back green room and our bar preferences. Specifically, we requested that the green room be empty, and we were assured it would be, yet it was not. On the day of the event, the room was filled with furniture and storage chairs stacked inside. Rather than attempting to accommodate the situation and understand, you offered excuses, explaining that it was not your fault but rather the fault of your new hire, and that you had been up until 4 AM for the previous event. Meanwhile, my event was just a few hours away. We were told that the children would receive juice boxes, but they did not. Additionally, we were promised a mimosa bar would be set up, but on the day of the event, nothing was prepared. When asked if there were any specific drinks we wanted, we requested sangria and margaritas, along with a particular drink for which we provided specific ingredients. They claimed to have all the ingredients except grapefruit juice, which they assured us they could obtain without issue. However, on the day of the event(just hours beforehand), there was absolutely no mimosa bar. The bartender did not have grapefruit juice or the necessary ingredients. I was informed that this was a fully stocked bar. While my family was preparing for the event, I was made aware that you exhibited a complete lack of professionalism and were exceedingly rude to everyone involved in the setup. My family and event planners could hear the shouting directed at the bartender, who was in her office and in the kitchen, just an hour prior to the event. This was once again very uncomfortable and unprofessional. After we attempted to resolve the initial issue with the green room not being vacated, we encountered the problem with the bar, which we then tried to address. However, the unprofessional behavior persisted among the entire staff. I received multiple complaints regarding the bartender's rudeness. He also took it upon himself to close the bar before 2 o'clock. He claimed he had already informed patrons that last call was at 1:58, despite the fact that our contract stipulated we had the venue until three. Once again, there was a complete absence of communication between the you/staff and myself. Additionally, several family members and friends reported that the serving staff were also quite rude when inquiries were made. It is regrettable that this venue is exceptionally beautiful; however, the lack of communication and professionalism significantly detracted from our experience. Many guests praised the beauty of the venue, but I regrettably informed them that I would never consider booking this venue again. There were additional minor points I could mention, but ultimately it came down to you and this business being a poor communicators and unorganized. This is the email I sent to the owner nilzelia santos who was also the point of contact and the main one giving excuses. Not worth your money. She hasn't even responded which goes to show you how much she cares. I'm sure bad review will get a reply tho.

The atmosphere is very nice, however, food is atrocious. The planning is poor as well as at a…read morerecent function I attended we waited almost an hour for food to come out. When it did, the children's meals were cold, French fries were frozen and not edible. The adult food was also not fresh. The salad was already dressed with a dressing that tasted like dirty dish water. The person in charge clearly was not organized and turned to the hosts to distribute meals for kids and to carry a sheet cake. I'm thinking that there should be waitstaff to do this and for the money that the hosts paid for this facility they should NOT have had to do these tasks. This is why they had their party at a function hall....so they could entertain and be with their guests! Unless the Bayside gets a new party coordinator and a new caterer I would NEVER have a party/function here.

This venue was Perfect for my daughter and son-in-law's wedding yesterday!…read more The outdoor garden and fireplace was a beautiful backdrop for the ceremony and the gardens were perfect for the outdoor cocktail hour! The guests went inside for a wonderful dinner with several boufet stations, delicious food through and through . The service was impeccable and the dance floor was bright and cheery with lots of sunlight The best was it was ALL in one place , beautiful, comfortable and fun! I highly recommend Groveland Fairways Summer or winter for group events- many guests said the same Stephanie Crawford

Not really impressed. Lead bartender was rude and abrasive. The venue recommended DJ didn't even…read moreshow and sent someone else. Beef was dry. Apps were ok. Drinks were drinks.

MOB here. Our daughter and SIL recently had their wedding at this venue - outstanding. The…read moremansion was a great get-ready space for the bride and her party. There are several rooms in the mansion for great photo ops. The photographers loved the spaces. Ceremony space on the grass was gorgeous. The Misselwood-supplied Day-of Coordinator (Tara) was awesome. She made sure everyone knew where to be and that all the vendors had a point person for the day. The reception tent was perfect for our group of 125. It was a nice fall day so we were able to be out on the patio for cocktails. Just spectacular.

Attended a wedding here and the location, staff, and amenities were superb…read more Picturesque Beverly water views made for great photos. The air conditioning option in the large reception tent is key for summer events - but the cool coastal breezes kept everyone comfy. My favorite thing? Multiple spots to chat, take a break, and relax away from the party...but still feeling like you're in it. So so pretty!

Went to a 50th party here Friday. Great location right on the harbor. Meg the owner was very…read morehelpful to the hosts of the event. Large inside room and a outside deck.

We had our wedding in the harbor room last month. If I could give this venue 6 stars, I would. The…read moreoverall experiences with incredible. 1. The venue: The harbor room is an absolute gem of a find. First, you CANNOT beat the view. The balcony has the most amazing view of the pier with breath-taking sunset. The sea breeze entering the room make the entire experience even more amazing. Also, the room itself is beautiful and beautifully maintained with a great sound system as well as a nice bathroom upstairs and one downstairs. 2. The absolute BEST part was the owner Meg, who is absolutely amazing (the best owner you can ever dream of). She was very flexible with us, helped us with so many last minute details and was very present/hands on. She is an absolute sweetheart.