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Destination Weddings on North Carolina’s Coast

Roanoke Island is one of the best known and most loved coastal villages along the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Surrounded by the tranquil waters of the Croatan and Pamlico Sounds, the quaint waterfront village of Manteo is tucked in snugly along the shoreline of Shallowbag Bay. The friendliness of the people, the unique coastal architecture, and the fresh seacoast cuisine will add a sunny and carefree atmosphere to an already special day. It is a setting that captures the hearts of its visitors.

With over 25 years of experience at the White Doe Inn, we will completely remove the stress out of your wedding planning and coordinate all aspects of the days special event. The splendid views, the superb food, and the goodness of people as they strive to make this a special time for the newlyweds and their guests, will exceed all expectations.

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Ceremony Sites

White Doe Inn and Gardens

Manteo Waterfront Overlooking Shallowbag Bay

Nags Head Beach

Micro Wedding Packages

If you dream of a romantic setting where time stands still and graciousness is a way of life, our Outer Banks wedding venue is the perfect place for your intimate wedding. As professional wedding planners with a passion for making dreams come true, we have helped hundreds of couples to create the perfect wedding or Outer Banks elopement. We take great pride in our professionalism and our dedication to personal service.

Coastal Wedding Package

Ceremony & Reception for the couple plus up to 28 guests

Gather together with friends and family to share this special event.  Enjoy the camaraderie, the joy, and the fellowship with those that have played a significant role in your life.  From this point on there will be two of you that will be sharing these special moments in life. Package is based on Wedding Ceremony for the couple plus up to 28 guests. This package requires renting the entire inn including the nine rooms and is not included in the package price. Rooms may be paid for by the wedding couple or by the guests.

  • Wedding Coordinator for planning and orchestrating the event on the day of your wedding
  • Bouquets and boutonnieres for the wedding couple and three attendants
  • Four floral table arrangements
  • Non-Denominational Officiant to perform the ceremony
  • Musician for wedding ceremony
  • An arrangement of hors d’oeuvres waiting at the inn after the ceremony
  • A three-hour reception dinner celebration in the garden catered by our private chef with servers
  • Table settings
  • Tables, Chairs and linens
  • Toast for the newlyweds with Champagne or Sparkling Cider
  • Two keepsake flutes for the wedding couple
  • Custom two-tier wedding cake
  • Five-hour professional photography package by Kristi Midgette Photography
  • Gift Certificate for $50 towards your 1st Anniversary celebration stay

$14,155

*Taxes and gratuities are not included in package pricing

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Garden Wedding Package

Ceremony & Reception for the couple plus up to 18 guests

Enjoy a beautiful ceremony in your choice of the Inn’s lush gardens or one of our nearby beaches. Return to the Inn to celebrate your union with a dinner reception in the gardens. The package is based on Ceremony for Wedding Couple plus up to 18 guests. This package requires renting the entire inn including the nine rooms and is not included in the package price.  Rooms may be paid for by the wedding couple or by the guests.

  • Wedding Coordinator for planning and orchestrating your wedding
  • Bouquets and boutonnieres for the wedding couple and two attendants
  • Three Floral Table Arrangements in your color scheme
  • Non-Denominational Officiant to perform ceremony
  • Musician for wedding ceremony
  • An arrangement of hors d’oeuvres waiting at the inn after the ceremony
  • A two-hour reception dinner celebration in the garden catered by our private chef with servers
  • Table Settings for Reception
  • Tables, chairs & linens for Reception
  • Toast for the newlyweds with Champagne or Sparkling Cider
  • Custom two-tier wedding cake
  • Four-hour professional photography package by Kristi Midgette Photography
  • Gift Certificate for $50 towards your 1st Anniversary celebration Stay

$11,405

*Taxes and gratuities are not included in package pricing

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Intimate Wedding Package

Ceremony & Reception for the couple plus up to 8 guests

A private elegant celebration for just two or include your closest family and friends. The package is based on Ceremony for Wedding Couple plus up to 8 guests. A two-night minimum stay is required and not included in the package price.

  • Wedding Coordinator for planning and orchestrating your wedding
  • Fresh flowers, chocolate-dipped strawberries and a bottle of wine or sparkling cider in your room on arrival
  • Non-Denominational Officiant to perform your ceremony
  • A bridal bouquet & matching boutonniere in your color scheme
  • One-hour reception in the gardens with a selection of hors d’oeuvres and non-alcoholic beverages
  • One-Tier Wedding Cake
  • Toast for the newlyweds with Champagne or Sparkling Cider
  • Two keepsake glasses
  • Two-hour professional photography package by Kristi Midgette Photography
  • Special breakfast the next morning served with Mimosas
  • Gift Certificate for $50 towards your 1st Anniversary celebration stay

$5,920

* Taxes and gratuities are not included in package pricing

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Make the Day Your Own

Enhance & Customize Your Wedding Package

  • Change of Location to Nags Head Beach
  • Ceremony Chairs
  • Additional Floral Package
  • Swedish Massage for Two*
  • Professional Photography by Kristi Midgette
  • Brunch Package for Morning Weddings
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Simplify Your Day

Elopements & Vow Renewals

If you prefer to have a more intimate ceremony, for either just the wedding couple, or plus up to four guests, then our Elopement and Vow Renewal Packages may be more fitting. Plan your ideal elopement on the Outer Banks, where you’ll be able to focus on what it most important – the two of you!

Elopements & Vow Renewals
White Doe Inn exterior

Lodging for Your Guests

Ceremony at the Inn or at a Nearby Venue

Are you considering our Garden Wedding Package or Coastal Wedding Package? This requires reserving all 9 rooms in the inn for a two night minimum. Our room rates vary depending on the time of year. Feel free to give us a call for a full inn rental quote. Room reservations can be paid by the wedding contract holder or by your guests.

While we do not provide room blocks, we would still love to be a part of your special day. Consider us for your wedding party, family and/or guest lodging. Some local wedding venues close to us are 108 Budleigh, Festival Park, Vista Creek, Westside Inn, Aquarium on Roanoke Island, Pirate’s Cove and Jennette’s Pier.

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Romantic Beach Wedding on the Outer Banks

We Can Perform the Service

The White Doe Inn in North Carolina hosts many small weddings. We can perform wedding and vow renewal ceremonies at the White Doe Inn, Manteo waterfront, and Nags Head beaches..

The service format is flexible, with a basic ceremonial order which can be structured by the wedding couple, including writing their own vows or making the ceremony more spiritual. Additional ceremonial components may be added, including Unity Candle, Wine, Rose, Sand, and Family Union rituals, as well as participation by family and friends through readings and song.

The Order of Ceremony is usually based on the following:

  • Gathering Words
  • Bible Reading (Optional)
  • The Giving of the Bride (Optional)
  • Charge to the Couple
  • Remembrance (Optional)
  • Opening Prayer
  • The Question, The Promise, The Marriage Vows and The Exchange of Rings, Concluding Blessings
  • Prayer of Benediction
  • Marriage Pronouncement and Presentation of Couple

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Weddings Are Poetry in Motion

It is our desire at the White Doe Inn to help you write the verses that will become your poem on the day of your wedding.

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