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What event types can be hosted at the Sea Haven Estate?

Weddings, rehearsal dinners, vacations, family reunions, anniversaries, corporate events, holidays, birthdays, engagements, and all special occasions are possible uses for the Sea Haven Estate! Our reserved guests can use the estate for any event type as long as everyone on the premises follows our official Rules and Regulations and all vendors abide by our Vendor Agreement.

Does the Sea Haven Estate have an event staff?

No, the Sea Haven Estate is a rental-only venue and does NOT provide any event staff. The client is responsible for providing their own wedding/event staff and vendors. Our preferred wedding & event planners will coordinate any additional event staff for you. Our team offers a list of preferred wedding & event planners who are familiar with our venue and can accommodate your needs. Please see our official list of preferred vendors below (in the fourth section of this page).

Does the venue offer wedding planning services?

No, the Sea Haven Estate does not offer included wedding planning services, but complete wedding planning services can be arranged through our preferred planners, who are familiar with our venue and can coordinate your entire event. Please see our official list of preferred vendors below (in the fourth section of this page).

Does the Sea Haven Estate provide food and beverages?

No, the Sea Haven Estate does not provide food or beverages, nor do we have an in-house chef, waitstaff, or commercial kitchen. However, our catering recommendations are included on our preferred vendor's list. These recommendations are familiar to our venue and will accommodate your food, beverage, and waitstaff needs. Please see our official list of preferred vendors below (in the fourth section of this page).

Does the Sea Haven Estate provide alcoholic beverages and/or bartenders?

No, the Sea Haven Estate does not provide any alcoholic beverages and does not have a bar staff or pour staff. However, we offer recommendations for many bartending or pour services that are familiar to our venue. Our venue features a custom-built bar, specifically designed for each event's bar/pour staff to use. The bar can be relocated to various locations within the venue, depending on your preference. You can see photos of our custom-built bar on  Our Gallery   page. Please see our official list of preferred vendors below (fourth section of this page) to view our bar services recommendations. All vendors and guests handling and/or consuming alcoholic beverages must abide by our alcohol regimes in our official Rules and Regulations.

How can the Sea Haven Estate space be used? Where does the ceremony, reception, dining, dancing, etc., occur?

The space can be used however you prefer, as long as your event layout, decor, installations, and vendors comply with our official Rules and Regulations. Our preferred wedding & event planners will suggest and coordinate the best arrangement for your event, tailored to your specific needs and requirements. Visual examples of previous weddings and events can be found on  Our Gallery   page. See our recommended planners on our official list of preferred vendors below (fourth section of this page).

Can there be a rehearsal at the Sea Haven Estate the day before the wedding?

(Can we have the ceremony rehearsal in the venue space the day before the wedding? Can we have our rehearsal dinner at the venue? What about a morning-after breakfast/mimosa brunch, etc.?)

Yes, as long as you have the Sea Haven Estate reserved for all the dates and times of your planned itinerary. The client and/or event planner must coordinate all accommodations for additional gatherings at the Sea Haven Estate. All clients and vendors must abide by our Rules & Regulations and Vendor Agreement, and fully understand our rental-only process. "Morning-after events" must occur the day before your checkout date since checkout is prompt by 10:00 am. Clients will incur an additional $500 per hour late checkout fee if they are not checked out of the property by 10:00 a.m.

What amenities and indoor/outdoor spaces does the Sea Haven Estate offer?

The Sea Haven Estate offers beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces with panoramic water views, a pavilion for wedding ceremonies, a large rear fenced yard, several outdoor areas for cocktail hours and receptions, a private outdoor pool, a private hot tub, an interior elevator to all levels, several front and rear porches, 12 bedrooms in the Sea Haven and over 20 bedrooms onsite, seating for over 100 guests, up to 50 on-site parking spaces, a fully stocked kitchen, paper goods, beach towels, and all bedding and bath linens.

Is there a contingency plan in place for inclement weather?

Many inclement weather plans are possible; however, all backup plans for inclement weather are the responsibility of the client(s) and/or event planner and must comply with the Sea Haven Estate Rules and Regulations and the Vendor Agreement.
 

What is the Sea Haven Estate's capacity?

The Sea Haven Estate's on-site accommodations include seating for more than 100 guests, up to 50 parking spaces, and over 20 bedrooms for on-site guest accommodations. See below for the additional guest accommodations.

Are there additional guest accommodations nearby?

Yes, many beach home rentals are conveniently located just minutes from the Sea Haven Estate! These additional beach home accommodations can be found below under the "Accommodations" section of this page and are  available for booking through our   Booking Department . Several hotels nearby can also accommodate your guests who prefer not to stay at a beach home property. A public lot is located just south of the Sea Haven Estate for additional parking.

Can the wedding be on the beach?

(Can the ceremony, rehearsal, or any event be physically on the beach/off the Sea Haven Estate premises?)

Yes! Your wedding can be on the beach, right in front of the ocean! A permit is not required to have a wedding or event on the public beach at North Topsail. If you do have a wedding or event on the beach, the Town of North Topsail Beach asks that you leave the beach in the condition that you found it. Our preferred wedding & event planners will advise on and plan the most suitable beach location, accommodate other vendors, and coordinate logistics for your ideal oceanfront event.

Are pets allowed at the Sea Haven Estate?

Yes, the Sea Haven Estate is a pet-friendly property, and dogs are permitted on the beach, provided they are on a leash no longer than 20 feet in length. You must clean up after your pet; complimentary bags are supplied at beach accesses. **PLEASE SEE and abide by the detailed pet regulations listed on our  Booking Page .

(Condensed Version)​ Our extended “Rules & Regulations” can be found in the official contract agreement and must be thoroughly reviewed and signed to complete the reservation. The following is a condensed list of rules and regulations that all clients, vendors, event planners, and individuals involved in the planning and execution of a wedding or event on the premises of the Sea Haven Estate must adhere to.