Island View Waterfront
2542 Island View Rd, Essex
(410) 687-9799
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We hosted our daughter's 18th birthday and graduation party at the Island View and it could not have been more perfect. If you're looking for amazing views and a stress-free environment, this is the place. Upon arrival, everything was set up and ready to go. There are plenty of indoor and outdoor spaces for guests to enjoy. Do not hesitate to book the Island View for your next event!
Me and my husband had our wedding here and the whole process from start to finish was Astonishing. Jessica is amazing and made everything feel like home from the moment we toured islandview to the moment we said our goodbyes on our wedding day. She is very accommodating and very helpful. The food was fantastic and the whole place is yours for any special event you book. You have the inside and outside we used the inside for our food and outside we got married under the two beautiful trees and did our first dance in the middle of the yard. She made sure everything was perfect and even did set up and clean up for us. This venue I would recommend to everyone a thousand times over and will use this venue in the future. We can't thank Jessica enough for the amazing service and day she provided us with. Please if you are thinking about getting married by the water you have to check this place out!!
Knowing of The Island View from their Restaurant days we had our mom’s celebration of life at Island View the food and service was excellent. Jessica and crew did a fantastic job and you cant ask for better scenery over looking the bay!
We hosted a surprise 50th birthday party for my boyfriend at Island View Waterfront. We could not have been more pleased with the way Jessica handled every detail of our small event. She was friendly, down to earth, and always steps ahead of any potential problems. Your event can be as extravagant or as simple as you would like. She has a collection of vendors for any extras you would like to include at your event. I mean, it really does not get any easier!
The day of the event when we arrived- the food was ready, the drinks were poured, the decorations were up, the music was on…..all we had to do was simply show up and have a good time. Booking our event here made it so we didn’t have to worry about all the details. We simply had to show up and enjoy ourselves and each other- which we did!
I would not hesitate to book an event with Jess. She is truly a gem and her venue reflects that!
Jess is extremely accommodating and made arranging our event very easy. I was able to enjoy the day- everything was nicely taken care of !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We recently book Island View for my wife's Suprise 50th birthday party. Jessica made things easy with planning the party down to the big day. Food, drink and service was great. Beautiful water front view.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
We celebrated our wedding at Island View in September 2024, and it was truly a dream come true! My husband and I envisioned a charming backyard-style wedding by the water, complete with romantic lighting and dancing under the stars, and Island View delivered beyond our expectations.
From the very first moment we toured the venue, we knew it was the perfect place for us. The picturesque setting created an intimate atmosphere that felt both magical and cozy. Jess, the owner, was an absolute gem throughout the entire planning process. Her warm and approachable nature made everything so easy and relaxed. She even helped calm my nerves during a few freak-out moments the week before the big day—her support was invaluable!
If you're looking for a stunning venue that offers a beautiful backdrop and a stress-free experience, I wholeheartedly recommend Island View. It made our special day unforgettable!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
First off let me say how amazing the venue manager Jessica was when I contacted Jessica in a email to set up a date and time to come visit the venue for a baby shower I was planning for October she answered my email with great enthusiasm willing to work with us with whatever budget we had that day. She was accommodating, courteous, and set a time and date to visit. Jessica was a wonderful person to work with from beginning to end. She answered every question I had in a timely manner, and even set up a FaceTime chat to go over details on tables and food placement. She also guided me on details of how many tables needed, which linens to rent, and how much food would be needed for the amount of people we planned on coming. She didn’t pressure me on sending the remaining balance till I was completely satisfied with the proposal. She also didn’t pressure me on how much food to purchase or any packages she felt I needed to get for our guest for our day. Overall If I could give her a 5+ rating I would for her expertise, kindness, courteous of our needs, and generous ways about her.
The venue was picture perfect that day from beginning to end. The tables were already set up, linens pressed, food placement out on deck( go with this on an autumn day) you won’t be disappointed. We were greeted by Jessica a couple minutes early said we could come in and set up. Ashley was our warm, sweet, caring assistant that day. Boy did she help us tremendously in setting up, bringing tables as we needed them, and putting centerpieces on our tables, and as the shower got underway made sure ALL of our guest were taken care of. She helped our senior guests so they didn’t have to get out of their seats and she still managed to work the bar for all our guest to have drinks when they wanted them. Never had a line at the bar. She helped my husband and I move the gifts and put them in other room once opened. Set out all the desserts, and even at the end of the shower helped us packaged it all up and take down to put in vehicles. Couldn’t have asked for a better assistant to Jessica.
Jessica also put our corn hole boards out for our guest to get outside to enjoy the grounds on our beautiful day in October.
Overall if I could give this venue a 5+ star I would. The venue was amazingly clean, bathrooms were clean, food area clean, and grounds also clean. Overall the venue manager and assistant get a 10/10 for effort, kindness, went above and beyond, and very professional and courteous to All our guest.
We look forward to coming back for another event in the coming years. We left this venue not saying goodbye, but see ya later because we feel we started out as strangers, but left as being lifelong friends and family.
Thank you Jessica and Ashley for sharing your venue with us and our unborn son. It was a day we will never forget and the memories we made are truly appreciated.
Brianna and Gary
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My wedding was 9.28.24. Jess was amazing to work with from the start. She was always quick at responding and had the most calming demeanor. Every question I asked she already had a plan for! My experience at island view was amazing and I wish I could relive the day over and over again. Jess and her team truly made my day more magical than I could have wished for. Don’t second guess booking this venue! You won’t regret it!!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
My wedding was 9.28.24. Jess was amazing to work with from the start. She was always quick at responding and had the most calming demeanor. Every question I asked she already had a plan for! My experience at island view was amazing and I wish I could relive the day over and over again. Jess and her team truly made my day more magical than I could have wished for. Don’t second guess booking this venue! You won’t regret it!!
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My friends are using this venue to get married. It is so beautiful there. The host of the venue has been more than accommodating, her main goal was to make sure my friends got what the wanted. I would recommend this place to anyone! This place is only available for parties, weddings, and such so no food and that will be from vendors.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
My family used to come here for New Years Eve for dinner for many years. My family stopped coming because the prices was getting to expensive. I remember when this place was called Island View Inn so shows how long it has been. I do not understand why this place is now closed to the public. Look this isn't New York or California. This area is not a 5 star place. Need to be realistic with the customers in your area
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Wish you would be open to the Public again. Not just private events ?
The Island View Waterfront was the most wonderful place to host our Celebration of Life. The location was absolutely stunning, beautiful in every way. Working with Jess was a dream. She answered my million questions always with a smile and the patience of an angel. She helped me figure out the best placement for our tent with the most gorgeous view. The way in which she and her team set everything up for us was perfect. She made wonderful accommodations for the nature of the event, caring and so kind as we celebrated my husband's life. I am so grateful for their help. Guests have since complemented me about the venue. They were equally pleased with their experiences. The celebration could not have been better in any way. I highly recommend the Island View!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We went thinking it was still a restaurant but it is now event only. A wedding ceremony was being held on the waterfront when we pulled up. It is a lovely place for any outdoor event overlooking the water.
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