Weddings/Anniversaries
Many feel the ambiance of the historic Cove is perfect for that special wedding celebration.
We would be happy to provide you with any or all of the wedding service, your choice of reception and/or the guest accommodations.
Weather permitting, a ceremony in our landscaped gardens overlooking the water is a perfect setting for your special day.
Our dining area can accommodate approximately 100 guests and your menu can be varied to meet your specific needs.
Our prices range from $30-45/plate and we do not charge extra for our facility.
For detailed discussions and planning, we ask you to contact your hosts Mary or Terry Cowan personally or please read below.
1. Menu information - We can offer buffets (roast beef, ham, turkey) or Salmon as well as a served meal of your choice. We prefer buffets. Our kitchen staff can supply any specialties such as vegetarian dishes or dishes for those with food allergies, but we're very flexible for menus and our prices vary from $35-45 per person.
2. Music - May be provided by the Cove or the client is welcome to book something suitable. We have a weekly jazz trio, DJ, Cuban guitarist or pianist available anytime. The Cove is a fully licensed resort with lounge, patio overlooking the water and dining room. Our decor is quaint and traditional but we've successfully transformed the rooms many times into a completely different and desirable atmosphere.
3. Our facility - In the past has comfortably accommodated approximately 100 guests. We are situated right on the water overlooking the Upper Rideau Lake so our site is an ideal location for beautiful photos or if desired, a picturesque wedding ceremony (tents may be rented for outdoor functions). There are several locations on our site for the ceremony as well. We have a sculpted lawn with rock gardens by the lake, a cozy setting off of our patio, or a beautiful lower lawn overlooking the pond and mountain (All weather permitting). We can also hold the wedding in our Lobby in the event of rain. Our lounge, dining room and lobby are all well appointed with lots of natural light and our staff is warm and helpful.
4. Bookings and deposit - We find that most interested couples prefer to visit us for a meeting and tour of our facility. At this point a deposit for payment will be made.
5. Rental fees - Our room rates are anywhere from $90 -$165 per night including full breakfast but we do not charge for the rental of the lounge or any of our facility. Please see our website for more details and prices under the "weddings" link.
6. Extra fees - There is no charge for cake-cutting, set-up, clean up, etc. Corkage fees are $15 per bottle or guests may order from our house wine list.
7. The event - Includes all we presently have available at the Cove i.e.: tables, chairs, linens, glassware/china, dance floor, tea light candles. Any extra or different tables, chairs etc. can be rented from several rental companies at cost or the client may bring there own.
8. Ammenities - We have a wheel chair entrance ramp and we have ample parking. We also have a sauna, whirlpool, and above ground pool available to all of our guests. We've also just recently added a fully functional fitness centre to the Cove and we have canoes, paddleboats and kayaks for guest use. There are many shops and boutiques in Westport and many walking trails and sites to see in the surrounding area.
