How to Plan an Airbnb Wedding

 

How to Plan an Airbnb Wedding

Written by Cortlyn Adams and all graphics created by Sophie at Mod Bird Design

I am a big fan of weddings that raise the bar creatively, but an Airbnb wedding truly takes the cake for me as one of my all-time favorite creative wedding venues! Airbnbs are great locations for anyone planning a small, intimate wedding or an elopement. I love when couples utilize Airbnbs on their wedding days as lodging for family members, spaces to get ready, ceremony locations and reception spots. This blog post will cover all the things you need to know and understand when planning an Airbnb wedding, so keep scrolling and start dreaming up your dream Airbnb wedding day!

Can I get married at an Airbnb?

I’m so glad you asked! The answer is yes, and I’m sharing a list of the best Airbnb wedding venues in the country in this post to convince you. Whether you’re planning to elope with just you, your love and a couple of witnesses, or you’re planning for the whole family to be in on the wedding-day-fun, Airbnbs can be a great fit for both options! This post will answer all of your Airbnb wedding questions, and, hopefully, inspire you to book your dream Airbnb before you tie the knot.

Click here to see how a couple used an Airbnb as their ceremony and reception site for their intimate wedding day. Juliana and Zach wanted to elope, but they realized their families wanted to be a part of their wedding day. So, they landed on the idea of a small, intimate wedding ceremony at a lodge tucked away in the woods of the Columbia River Gorge. After their first look in the forest, they said to their guests at the Airbnb, “Let’s walk outside and get married!” The guests stood and gathered around them in the forest as they said, “I do!” Their entire wedding day was so laid back and truly their own.

Still wanting an adventurous ceremony location? Book an Airbnb for your wedding reception! 

Another option would be to have an adventurous wedding ceremony at a mountain overlook or base of a waterfall. Then, you and all your favorite people can celebrate together at an Airbnb for your reception. Cassidy and Jason’s adventure wedding ceremony was on the shore of a lake, then their family shared a meal together at a super unique Airbnb. Click here to see more photos from their winter Airbnb wedding reception. Also, Sierra and Vanessa’s families joined them on a hike to an amazing view in the North Cascades. Then, they all went to a cabin for an Airbnb reception. Truly, the ways to utilize an Airbnb for your adventurous wedding or elopement are limitless! Am I getting the wheels turning for you to envision getting married at an Airbnb? Keep reading, because I’m sharing my list of top Airbnb recommendations for your adventurous Washington wedding.

How to book an Airbnb for my wedding? Ask these questions before booking.

While searching for the best location for your Airbnb, it’s important to consider these factors:

Where is the Airbnb located?

Do you want to have your ceremony at the Airbnb and travel to the mountains after? Or, do you want to adventure to your ceremony and return to the Airbnb for the after party? Either way, it’s important you plan to find a location that is conveniently located to the mountains you’re wanting to explore. Curious where to elope in Washington or Kauai? Check out these resources:

  1. Best Places to Elope in Washington

  2. Kauai Elopement Guide

  3. Top Three Places to Elope Near Seattle

Does the host allow gatherings?

When choosing your Airbnb, it’s important to read through all the details listed about the home or cabin. The last thing you’d want is to put a deposit down on an Airbnb that does not allow gatherings to take place on the property. If you have doubts on whether the hosts allows gatherings, you can always contact the host and read through the reviews on the listing.

Is there parking available on-site?

 This is a big detail to consider for all who are planning a mountain wedding with friends and family members planning on being present. This is a great question to contact the host with prior to booking, just to ensure grandma isn’t having to park her rental car far from the Airbnb.

Is there a noise ordinance in place in the area?

Again, don’t be afraid to ask questions of the host! If you’re planning on using the Airbnb as a reception space, the last thing you need is a noise ordinance putting a damper on the music selections. So, double check this detail prior to booking!

What’s the bathroom situation?

Last, but certainly not least, you will need to consider how many bathrooms are at the Airbnb. This is so important to think about when you’re searching for the perfect Airbnb. If you’re inviting 20 or more people to be a part of your elopement or wedding, one bathroom just is not going to cut it. You do not want a Meet-the-Parents-backyard-overflowing-septic-tank fiasco on your hands (anyone else love that classic movie?!).

Did this list of things to consider make you ready to search for the perfect Airbnb? Keep reading because I’ve compiled a list of my top Airbnb recommendations in the country for weddings and elopements!

Hire vendors experienced with Airbnb weddings

Are the details to consider and understand about an Airbnb wedding making you sweat a little bit? Girl, you do not need to stress! There are some amazing vendors who have helped plan and execute some amazing Airbnb weddings who will be some of the best teammates to make your dream wedding a reality. Here’s some of my advice when it comes to hiring vendors with experience in Airbnb weddings:

Your vendor team will be your favorite people.

As you’re planning your Airbnb wedding, think through the type of experience you are wanting to create. Vendors like food trucks or mobile bars are great vendors to consider for receptions at Airbnbs. Another important vendor to consider would be a mobile bathroom (see the link to Meet the Parents reference above if you need convincing). A weddings and elopements planner would be able to connect you to great vendors in all of these categories who are willing to travel to remote locations in the mountains. I’m always pro-planner and day-of coordinators because they take all of the logistical stress and worry off of the people who don’t need to be thinking about details on the day of the wedding (you, your love, and anyone else who isn’t the planner!).

Meet my tried and true, go-to vendor recommendations.

Washington Vendors

Kauai Vendors

Contact me directly for my Kauai vendor list.

Where is the best Airbnb wedding venue in Washington?

Airbnbs perfect for your friends and family to join in on the celebration:

Venues that feel homey:

Airbnbs for just you and your love to enjoy:

Please note, there is an additional charge for photography at these locations.

Best Airbnbs near Mount Rainier National Park:

Best Airbnbs near Olympic National Park:

Best Airbnbs near North Cascades National Park:

Colorado

Best Airbnbs in Aspen

Best Airbnbs in Breckenridge

Best Airbnbs in Durango

Best Airbnbs near Rocky Mountain National Park

Nevada

Best Airbnbs in Reno near Lake Tahoe

Best Airbnbs in Las Vegas near Valley of Fire State Park

 
 

Ready to plan your Airbnb adventure wedding?

Ready to start planning the most epic Airbnb wedding or elopement? As your elopement photographer, I can help you craft the perfect timeline, talk through logistics and make your day the best one yet! Reach out and let’s have an Airbnb adventure!

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