Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is a 2,400-acre destination resort community on the Emerald Coast stretching from the Gulf of Mexico to Choctawhatchee Bay, offering every amenity of a private town — four championship golf courses, seven miles of private beach, a full-service marina, a Village of Baytowne Wharf entertainment district, and more than a dozen on-site dining options. Wedding venues within the resort range from intimate beachfront pavilions to the grand ballroom of Hotel Effie, with capacities from 20 to 1,000 guests. The dedicated Sandestin wedding team coordinates across the resort's multiple event venues, accommodations, and recreation offerings to create seamless multi-day destination celebrations for couples and their guests.
Best seasons to marry here
Starts in 17h 20m
Sunset faces
West-facing Gulf and bay; dual sunset options
Capacity
Up to 700
Price
$$$
Setting
Both
Airport
Destin Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) · 15mi
Accessibility
ADA Accessible
Best for photos
Gulf beachfront ceremonies, Choctawhatchee Bay views, golf course backdrops, Baytowne Whar…
Sunrise
11:00 AM
Solar Noon
5:42 PM
Sunset
12:24 AM
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
In-house resort catering
Bar / Alcohol
Full resort bar service
Music Curfew
11:00 PM
Rental Hours
6 hrs included
Vendors
Preferred vendor list; outside by approval
Rain Backup Plan
Multiple indoor ballrooms across resort
Hurricane Season Note
June–November; large resort with comprehensive storm protocols; multiple backup venues on property
Verify Before You Book
Multiple venue spaces available — confirm specific space and pricing with resort wedding coordinator
Rob Craven
Lead Photographer · Prospect Photography
Sunset faces
West-facing Gulf and bay; dual sunset options
Shade coverage
Indoor ballrooms and covered outdoor areas
Best shots & hidden gems
Gulf beachfront ceremonies, Choctawhatchee Bay views, golf course backdrops, Baytowne Wharf marina setting, resort grounds at sunset
9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy W
Destin, Panhandle
Parking
Resort parking throughout property
Nearest Airport
Destin Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) · 15 mi
Guest Hotels
On-site resort accommodations; Hilton Sandestin on property