The Pavilion at Pirates Cove Marina

A Spacious Waterfront Wedding and Event Venue

Holds ceremonies and receptions

5.0

Praised by couples for:

Amenities

Guests comfort

Helpful staff

Pirate's Cove was the perfect venue for our wedding reception! Tammy went above & beyond to make sure everything we needed we had and all of our questions were answered. The sights of the boats and the water made the night even more special.

Sarah H.

5.0

My fiancé and I love the Pavilion! Tammy was so nice and easy to work with and was very helpful and accommodating for us, which was super helpful since we are an out of state couple. We had ~100 people at our wedding and there was so much space inside that we were able to move our ceremony inside due to the weather without disrupting anything we set up for the reception.

Megan S.

5.0

The Pavilion at Pirates Cove Marina is a wedding venue located in Manteo, NC, on the historic Roanoke Island. The waterfront establishment is perfect for couples who have been dreaming of saying "I do" in the state's picturesque Outer Banks. The Pavilion at Pirates Cove Marina can comfortably accommodate a wide range of celebration types and sizes. The world-class marina sets the scene for an idyllic day beside shimmering waters. Your bespoke ceremony can be held at the water's edge on the dock, with impressive boats as your backdrop. During the event, you can make the most of the setting by having your photos taken around the marina. After, you can enjoy a heartfelt reception in the pavillion. The interior features an exposed beam ceiling which can be enhanced with eye-catching decorations of your choosing, whether that be paper lanterns or romantic drapery. At dusk, you and your guests can admire stunning sunsets as you say "cheers" to your one-of-a-kind love story. On-site resort-style accommodations can be arranged for you and your guests, so you'll be steps away from a well-deserved rest once the celebration ends. Condos, villas, and other comfortable rental properties are available for you to consider. When booking The Pavilion at Pirates Cove Marina for your big day, you will have access to the venue for 24 hours. This way, you and your loved ones can create lifelong memories together at your own pace. You're invited to work with vendors of your choosing, and the venue's team would be happy to offer local recommendations upon request.

21+ years in business

Speaks English

Small team (2-10 members)

Amenities + details

Amenities

Ceremony Area

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

On-Site Accommodations

Outdoor Event Space

Reception Area

Ceremony Types

Civil Union

Commitment Ceremony

Elopement

Interfaith Ceremony

Non-Religious Ceremony

Religious Ceremony

Second Wedding

Vow Renewal Ceremony

Settings

Beach

Waterfront

Venue Service Offerings

Rentals & Equipment

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Sarah H

5/13/2023

Pirate's Cove was the perfect venue for our wedding reception! Tammy went above & beyond to make sure everything we needed we had and all of our questions were answered. The sights...

of the boats and the water made the night even more special.

Megan S

4/07/2023

My fiancé and I love the Pavilion! Tammy was so nice and easy to work with and was very helpful and accommodating for us, which was super helpful since we are an out of state coupl...

e. We had ~100 people at our wedding and there was so much space inside that we were able to move our ceremony inside due to the weather without disrupting anything we set up for the reception.

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Hannah D

10/06/2019

Pirate's Cove was the perfect venue for our wedding. They provide suggestions for vendors, but you get to pick whoever you want. You can truly make the space your vision. Tammy was...

a pleasure to work with. She explained everything clearly and was quick to respond to questions. We rented a condo across from the Marina that we used to get ready in and stayed the night there. Truly perfect!!

Jennifer G

6/29/2019

This venue is AMAZING and the staff are top notch. Our wedding of about 100 people fit in the pavilion and the lawn with no problems, and we even blocked of a space inside because ...

it was so big! It is only one of the few venues in the OBX that can accommodate large weddings and provides tables and chairs. Love, love, love.

Hannah G

5/29/2019

This venue was the absolute perfect spot to celebrate our special day! We had a larger wedding (170 guests) and there was plenty of room for everyone to dance and enjoy the evening...

. The set up was perfect. Tammy is a joy to work with and I would recommend this location to anyone!

Heather D

10/24/2018

This venue was perfect. The size, the lights, the view...I could not ask for anything more. It made our day completely perfect.

Kassie T

8/30/2018

Pirates Cove was the perfect place for our wedding and reception. Tammy is one of the sweetest people to work with and was always very helpful in answering all of my questions! The...

venue is very spacious and the marina provides a stunning backdrop. The entire space is able to be transformed into any bride's dream.

Lauren E

7/11/2018

I loved having my wedding here! The location is great and the people that work there are very friendly and helpful. It was exactly what I envisioned it to be.

Claire F

6/12/2017

Pirate's Cove was a beautiful place for our wedding reception! Tammy was great to work with and was super helpful with all of our questions! The staff at the pavilion set up the ta...

bles the morning of and made sure everything was perfect! Having the ability to bring in our own vendors and provide our own alcohol made this an excellent choice, too. The pavilion and marina were absolutely beautiful and we have some amazing pictures thanks to that! The ice machine and refrigerator space behind the bar made keeping beverages cool a breeze and there were plenty of stall in the bathroom for the guests. The space was huge and was more than enough space for our guests. I would highly recommend the pavilion if you are looking for a beautiful venue with everything you need!

Samantha M

12/30/2015

Pirate’s Cove was the perfect place for our Outer Banks wedding ceremony and reception. It was on the water, affordable, a huge space, had beautiful lit ceilings, and had a rain ba...

ck-up plan built in. Our guests raved about how beautiful the space was. I am a DIY bride and wanted to make a lot of my own decor, this large space allowed me to showcase everything I made without the space feeling cramped. I even was able to have a photo-booth and corn-hole in the space with no space issues. We loved that we were able to use an outside caterer since my dad is an amazing cook and wanted to cater. The sunset views with all the boats in the marina were absolutely beautiful!!! The backup plan for rain came in super handy too, since we ended up having a nor’easter come through the weekend of my wedding. A lot of the other Outer Banks venues I looked at did not have a very good (IF ANY) rain back-up plan. The venue suited my rustic coastal theme perfectly! We also LOVED working with Tammy and Jim. They were super helpful, responsive, and are just super nice people. I highly recommend this venue for a wedding or any event! It was absolutely perfect!!!

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2000 Sailfish Drive, Manteo, NC

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(252) 473-3906

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