Outdoor Wedding Venue With On-Site Accommodations
Friday Harbor, WA
Service area
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Deals
OfferPermanent
Spring & Summer Sale
Merriss Waters
CO-OWNER
Typically responds within 24h
Just outside the town of Friday Harbor on San Juan Island in Washington State, sits our beautiful 162-acre wedding venue. With on-site lodging, three stunning event spaces, and breathtaking ocean and mountain views, Saltwater Farm is the ideal wedding venue for couples who love to be surrounded by nature and their loved ones! Saltwater Farm believes in providing exceptional hospitality to all of our couples by operating always with kindness, respect, and integrity. Our ethos is community-based and climate-positive, with an emphasis on local and organic products and practices, as we continue to strive to make a positive and lasting impact in our island community.
Saltwater Farm at Friday Harbor is a fabulous wedding venue in Friday Harbor, WA.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 250
Settings
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Garden
Loft
Mountain
Trees
Vineyard & Winery
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Bar Rental
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Destination Wedding Planning
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
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Meet the team
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- Valeri LogueGeneral ManagerValeri's love for hospitality and years of domestic and international hospitality management are demonstrated through her leadership of our staff, dedication to our clients, and continuous stewardship with our community and local partners. As a pnw native, her international training and hotel experience sets her apart from the rest. 'It is an absolute blessing to work at Saltwater Farm. I tell people we farm love because you can truly feel how much kindness and genuine intention was placed into this property as it was built. I'm grateful for the incredible team we have here, the compassionate owners who created this business, the wonderful community of local vendors we get to work with, and the couples who trust us to share their special day with us-it truly fills my heart with so much joy.'
- Savannah OberreitSales Lead & In-House Co-OrdinatorSavannah is our sunshine and has been with us for two full years. She started as a co-ordination assistant here Saltwater Farm but quickly blossomed into a powerhouse Sales Lead and brilliant Co-Ordinator. She loves seeing our clients visions come to life and makes every interaction and planning call feel easy and empowering! She is an incredible Mom to two young boys, a creative foodie, our teams fitness inspiration, and is an absolute gem to work with.
- Jenna BurchEvents LeadWe are so lucky to have Jenna join our team this year! As our Events Lead, she guides our clients through our venue policies, booking guidelines, and works with our vendors and planners to make sure our guests have the best events! Her years of experience in rural locations as an Operations Manager and Event Co-ordinator combined with her gentle and calming nature and stellar personality makes her an absolute asset to our team.
- Merriss WatersCo-OwnerA veterinarian by trade, Merriss has a love of animals, an eye for detail, and is responsible for all the finishes and design elements you see at Saltwater Farm. When she is not stewarding Saltwater Farm's organic garden, you may find Merriss serving as Medical Director at the local animal shelter and traveling to provide intensive high-quality spay & neuter services to underserved communities around the country.
- Andrew FlemingCo-OwnerPsychologist, husband, father, pilot, ESPN ultimate frisbee star, aspiring pickleball pro, overcommitter extraordinaire — Andrew is our visionary and our dreamer. Without his crazy ideas and willingness to leap, Saltwater Farm would not have come to be. Thanks Andrew for making this dream come true! These days, along with leading the vision for Saltwater Farm, Andrew provides speciality clinical care for families, couples, and kids, including intensive retreats here on the island.
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Olivia Knoellinger 5.0
12/19/24
I recently had the pleasure of collaborating with Shayne, Valarie, and Savannah from Saltwater Farm for a number of events, and I am incredibly impressed by their professionalism, hard work, and dedication to excellence. The team at Saltwater F...
arm truly goes above and beyond to create memorable experiences for every client they serve.
Shayne, Valarie, and Savannah are a perfect example of what it means to work tirelessly to ensure that every detail is meticulously planned and executed. Their commitment to our mutual clients is evident in the care they put into understanding their needs and desires. From the initial stages of event planning to the final touches, their efforts make every event a resounding success.
What stands out the most, however, is their remarkable willingness to collaborate with our team at Cloud 9 Events. Working with Saltwater Farm has always felt like a seamless partnership. They are open to new ideas, receptive to feedback, and always willing to support our vision, making the planning process more enjoyable and smooth for everyone involved. Their collaborative spirit has been a true asset to our projects, and it's clear that they share our goal of making each event a reflection of our clients' unique personalities and tastes.
Whether it’s their meticulous attention to detail, commitment to quality, or their dedication to client satisfaction, I can always count on Shayne, Valarie, and Savannah to provide an exceptional experience. Their professionalism and passion for their craft make Saltwater Farm a standout venue, and I look forward to many more opportunities to work with this incredible team in the future.
Jeremy Waller 5.0
6/03/25
All i can say is TOP SHELF - In EVERY WAY.
I had the pleasure of working a wedding at Salt Water as a DJ/MC team (PJ PARSONS PRESENTS/RARE EVENTS). This was my first time working this venue, and from beginning to end, it was a pleasure. We wor...
ked alongside Savannah and Hannah, amongst others at SW, and they are an incredible team, not just for the couple we were serving but to the other vendors as well!
Can not say enough about their professionalism, communication, work ethic, and kindness.
Besides that, the venue was amazing to work at as well. They planned it out well for vendors, which is not always the case. As DJs, sometimes it’s difficult to find power sources in the right places, and consideration on setup. The Salt Water crew was on top of it the whole way, and successfully met all of our needs and more.
All that to say, cant recommend Salt Water enough to all vendors and possible couples/event planners. All class and top shelf service.
Cant wait to go back and work more events! Thanks SW Team!
Hallie Kathryn 5.0
6/30/25
as a wedding photographer, it’s such a gift when a venue gets it. for couples, guests, and the flow of the whole day. saltwater farm is one of those places.
the ceremony spot overlooks the water with open skies all around. there are goats in t...
he garden, trails through the woods, and a classic farmhouse style barn that feels both romantic and relaxed. the spaces are wide and welcoming! saltwater farm is perfect for outdoor weddings, portraits in golden light, and just letting the wedding day unfold.
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Madison Kraemer 5.0
6/03/25
We recently had our wedding at Saltwater Farm and had an amazing time staying on the property. The venue is absolutely gorgeous and spacious. The SWF team is kind and communicative. 10/10 would recommend for any event/wedding - doesn't get any ...
better than this!
Janell 4.0
10/07/24
My husband and I got married here at this beautiful venue this past summer. The venue is very helpful in having preferred vendors listed/available to review which is handy since this felt more so like a destination wedding for us and our guests...
, so planning wise it was extremely helpful to utilize vendors the venue trusted and were local to the island. It was really amazing to have the beautiful views and location for our special day. When we got on site, the main areas (e.g. the Inn welcome space and the barn) were not clean and our wedding planner and myself ended up trying to clean various areas until venue staff noticed us and assisted us in cleaning tables. It was a bit embarrassing that the venue wasn't clean or ready when we arrived considering how much we were paying for the venue. Luckily we had a few days before the big day, so there was plenty of time to prepare the location for guests. The Inn's upstairs bedroom where my husband and I stayed also did not have working air conditioning which was concerning as it was a warm weekend, and we were concerned our dog would get overheated in the space. They kept saying they'd have someone out to repair it, but nothing ever came of that. We also had issues with staff providing the golf cart to my mother to use as she was having her hip replaced in two weeks after the wedding and needed some extra assistance in going to and from the various locations at the venue, and the staff seemed to care less and would rather see her struggle across the property. It was disappointing to say the least, but luckily our wedding planner stepped in and helped use the golf cart to take her around the venue. The venue location is phenomenal though, so overall we were okay and happy with the whole weekend as we were able to make it work. It would've been nice to have things working as they should've been, but it still was truly a great experience and a wonderful wedding (thanks to all the amazing vendors we had making our day so beautiful).
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