Outdoor Wedding Venue With On-Site Accommodations
Friday Harbor, WA
Service area
Holds ceremonies and receptions
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OfferPermanent
Spring & Summer Sale
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Merriss Waters
CO-OWNER
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
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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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!
TM 5.0
12/28/25
We’re big off season travelers and had the magical experience of having this place to ourselves over Christmas. Our Scandinavia-inspired guesthouse was exactly what we were looking for – thoughtfully designed with huge windows, nestled among to...
wering trees, and every amenity was extremely considered and of the highest quality. The property itself is spectacular with a communal garden, hot tub, and sauna plus plenty of space to wander. There’s also a trio of goats and views of the North Bay for days. Core memories made!
Alyssa Donaldson (Lyssalashell Photography) 5.0
12/16/25
I had the absolute pleasure of photographing Kristin & John’s wedding at Saltwater Farm in Friday Harbor, WA, and this venue is truly something special!
Saltwater Farm offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and thoughtful design. The water...
front views, open landscape, and peaceful island setting create an atmosphere that feels both elevated and deeply personal. Every corner of the property is stunning and intentional, making it a dream to photograph from start to finish.
From a vendor perspective, the space is incredibly well laid out and functional, allowing the day to flow effortlessly. The setting provided beautiful light throughout the day, endless backdrops for portraits, and a relaxed yet refined ambiance that allowed Kristin & John’s celebration to feel intimate, joyful, and timeless. The blooming lavender and garden spaces were a dream to photograph.
What stood out most was how the venue enhanced the entire experience—not just visually, but emotionally. It gave the couple and their guests space to slow down, connect, and truly savor the moment, which translated beautifully in the photos.
I would wholeheartedly recommend Saltwater Farm to any couple looking for a stunning, serene wedding venue in the San Juan Islands. It was an honor to capture a wedding there, and I would love the opportunity to return.
Kelly Robbins 5.0
1/10/26
I have been lucky to photograph here each season of the last three years, and it is always a joy to visit. Saltwater Farms is such a special place, with so much to offer for an incredible wedding experience. Some highlights for me are -
1. The...
landscape and property, with the hillside overlooking the water and sea planes, the large gardens for photos and an amazing garden party cocktail hour, the long gravel roads, and the field in front of the reception barn
2. The architecture of the large house, reception barn, and all the amazing cabins. The dark, modern structures look stunning against the natural landscape.
3. The staff and food have always been wonderful - the cocktails and food in the summer have always been delicious, and staff are super helpful, friendly, and make everything run smoothly!
This is my favorite place to visit each summer and I can't wait for my next wedding there this July!
David Fischman 1.0
12/31/25
Unfortunately, we had to cancel our reservation due to an unexpected death in the family. Though we attempted to contact them, including four phone calls, leaving two voicemails, and sending one email as well over a two week period, they never ...
answered their phone, called back, nor responded to our email. The website looks nice but the customer service was the worst I have ever experienced with a rental. I cannot recommend this location considering how bad our experience dealing with them has been.
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