Welcome Party: Take a Bite Out of Love

Wychmere Beach Club

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

Once upon a time, Lia and Paul had a crush on each other. They had their first kiss on Paul's roof deck, and the rest was history. Through many ups and downs, they found their way through life both apart and together, building a strong relationship throughout the process. After a hiatus, they found their way back to each other, and a year and a half later, Paul surprised Lia by asking her to marry him. Of course, she said yes! They share a love of oysters, seafood, cats, concerts, the movies, ramen, hotpot, Taco Bell, Happy Meal toys, coffee, sharks, road trips, the beach, thrifting, fun nights out with friends, and new adventures. They are looking forward to all this and more together forever!

Our Story

Photos

Welcome Party

If you arrive to the Cape early to enjoy everything this beautiful location offers, please join us at our Airbnb (the address will be disclosed closer to the event) for our Take a Bite Out of Love welcome party. We will host family and friends to kick off the weekend celebrations! Food and drinks will be provided.   Date: August 7, 2025 Time: 5:00pm Location: 745 Main Street, Harwich, MA 02645

Our ceremony will take place on the beach at Wychmere Beach Club. Please arrive at 3:00 p.m. to find a good seat for a 3:30 p.m. start.

Cocktail Hour

Immediately following the ceremony, enjoy cocktails at the open bar and oysters at the raw bar. Cocktail hour will be from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the Ocean Room deck at Wychmere Beach Club.

Join us from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for dinner, dessert, dancing, and undying love! We can't wait to celebrate with all of our family and friends.

Beach Day

If you plan on staying one more day on the Cape or have later travel plans, join us at Bank Street Beach in Harwich Port for a relaxing, ocean-filled beach day!Date: August 10, 2025Location: Bank Street Beach, Harwich Port

Events

Here is a list of some beautiful hotels and accommodations in the area, all very close to our venue and events. If you have difficulty booking rooms, wish to stay in bigger groups, or want to try out some of the amazing beach houses on the Cape, Airbnb or VRBO both have great options. Click the links at the bottom of the page to browse.

Bluebird Hotel is a 9 minute drive to and from our venue. It is a family (and pet) friendly boutique hotel located in Dennis Port with rooms for approximately $340 a night. It is nestled into a beach forest, creating a feeling of exclusivity, yet it is also approachable and features two pools, fire pits, loungers, and expansive lawns for play.&nbsp;And the beach is not far at all!

Bluebird Dennisport

The Chatham Motel is a 12 minute drive to and from our venue. Rooms are approximately $250 a night. It is only minutes from Downtown Chatham and Harding's Beach.&nbsp;Many of Chatham's restaurants and shops are also within walking distance.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Chatham Motel

Cutty Sark is a 12 minute drive to and from our venue. It is located in Dennis Port, and rooms are approximately $320 a night. The Cutty Sark is 150 yards from the beach. Several restaurants are within walking distance, and nearby attractions include The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, Dennis Highland Golf Course, and Hyannis Whale Watching Cruises.

The Cutty Sark Motel

The Tern Inn is a casual and historic bed and breakfast located in West Harwich. It is a 9 minute drive to and from our venue. Rooms are approximately $290 a night. All guest rooms include a full breakfast each morning, complimentary Wine &amp; Cheese hours on summer weekends, and 'pop-up' cocktail events. The beach is a 10 minute walk away.

The Tern Inn

The Inn on the Beach is just 4 minutes away from our venue. It is located in Harwich Port, and every room is just steps from the pristine waters of Nantucket Sound. Rooms are approximately $400 a night. The oceanfront rooms are three steps from the private beach. Several of their rooms can be combined to accommodate larger parties.

Inn on the Beach

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Travel & Accommodations 

Things to Do

And most of these are Favorites of Ours!

Our wedding is located on Cape Cod. The Cape is one of our favorite places in the world and features so many fantastic beaches, antique shops, restaurants, etc. We've included some great spots below to check out in and around our venue.If you plan to visit any of the beaches on the Cape, you will most likely need a beach sticker. You will be able to purchase here:<a href="http://www.capecodbeachstickers.com/#:~:text=Enjoy%20the%20beach.&amp;text=Make%20the%20most%20of%20your,at%20Town%20Hall%20upon%20arrival." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.capecodbeachstickers.com/#:~:text=Enjoy%20the%20beach.&amp;text=Make%20the%20most%20of%20your,at%20Town%20Hall%20upon%20arrival.</a>

Bank Street Beach

Harwich boasts a beautiful shoreline facing the Nantucket Sound, and Bank Street Beach is one of the prettiest. Locals love the softness of the sand and the exquisite views of Nantucket across the water. This beach is great for swimming, sunbathing, walking—there’s even fishing nearby off the Wychmere Harbor jetty.<a href="https://capecodtoday.com/beaches/bank-street-beach/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://capecodtoday.com/beaches/bank-street-beach/</a>

Chatham Lighthouse Beach

It’s hard to explain the beauty of this beach. You have to see it for yourself.&nbsp;Located just 1.2 miles from&nbsp;The Old Harbor Inn, this ever-changing barrier beach system should be on your bucket list. New inlets, shoals, and sandbars can form almost overnight, attracting swimmers, kayakers, and kite sailors.&nbsp;This beautiful expanse of sand offers nature walks out to&nbsp;Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge, plus views of the daily migration routes of Chatham’s many seals and fishing boats. Bring binoculars to increase your view for some amazing bird and seal watching. Lastly, the Chatham Lighthouse beach is the best place to spot a sunrise and get a good stretch during beach yoga. The Chatham Lighthouse is a free beach; however, the parking is limited to 30 minutes. Public parking on Chatham Main Street offers a beach shuttle for a fee.<a href="https://www.capecodbeachsand.com/Cape-Cod-Beaches/Public-Access-Beach/View/BeachID/10/Lighthouse-Beach#google_vignette" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.capecodbeachsand.com/Cape-Cod-Beaches/Public-Access-Beach/View/BeachID/10/Lighthouse-Beach#google_vignette</a>

The Beachcomber

The Beachcomber is our favorite place on the Cape! We have so many amazing memories here: fun times, great food, live bands, awesome merch! It is a little far from our venue, but we think it is so worth it: A little slice of seaside heaven nestled in the dunes of Cahoon Hollow Beach, also a favorite beach of ours, the Wellfleet Beachcomber continues to receive accolades year after year. Among other awards, we’ve been voted “One of the Best Seaside Dining Spots in New England” by Yankee Magazine, “Best Raw Bar, Best Outdoor Dining, Best Specialty Cocktail and Best Entertainment” in the Cape Cod Life Readers’ Polls, “Best Bar on the Cape &amp; Islands” by Boston Magazine, one of the “Best Bars in America” by Esquire and ranked #10 of the Travel Channel’s “Twenty-One Sexiest Beach Bars in the World.”<a href="https://thebeachcomber.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://thebeachcomber.com/</a>

Marconi Beach

One of our go-to beaches on the Cape. Again, a bit further away from our venue, but worth it!Marconi Beach has a unique feel among the beaches of the national seashore. The area offers wild pristine nature in all directions. The coastal bluff that runs the backside of Cape Cod is around 50 feet in height here, and a stairway leads down to the sandy beach.Marconi Beach is popular for swimming and surfing, and its large parking lot provides access for beachgoers. Once on the beach, it is possible to walk for miles in either direction (be sure to check area tides), getting away from crowds and finding a sense of solitude.<a href="https://www.nps.gov/caco/planyourvisit/marconi-beach.htm" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.nps.gov/caco/planyourvisit/marconi-beach.htm</a>

Chatham's Main Street

Stop in downtown Chatham, where upscale boutiques, art galleries, antique stores, and fine dining establishments stretch for a mile along Main Street. The Atwood Museum, the Mayo House, and the Chatham Railroad Museum give visitors a taste of Cape Cod's history. If you get hungry while browsing Main Street, head to one of downtown Chatham's top-rated restaurants, such as sushi joint Bluefins or seafood spot Del Mar Bar &amp; Bistro. There are also more casual restaurants, cafes and ice cream shops. The Chatham Pier Fish Market is worth a stop if you want to pick up the fresh catch of the day to cook at home later. There are also a few nightlife spots here, including The Squire, which is a favorite among locals and visitors.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.chathambarsinn.com/life-at-the-inn/blog/a-guide-to-chathams-main-street-and-beyond" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.chathambarsinn.com/life-at-the-inn/blog/a-guide-to-chathams-main-street-and-beyond</a>

Cape Cod Rail Trail (Bike Path)

We love this trail...well, Lia does, hahaha; Paul wasn't so sure after riding 21 miles! 🤣 Bicycle and rollerblade rentals are also available at bike shops conveniently located along the trail in Dennis, Brewster, Orleans, and Wellfleet.Cyclists can follow the route of the old Cape Cod Railroad through six mid- to lower-Cape towns. The trail runs from South Yarmouth into Dennis, then winds through Harwich, Brewster (with a detour through Nickerson State Park), Orleans (through the beautiful Rock Harbor area), along a salt marsh to the Cape Cod National Seashore Center in Eastham and then to Le Count Hollow in Wellfleet. Several hotels, restaurants and attractions have Trail access. The name stems from the old railroad right of way it follows, which used to transport passengers and freight to Cape Cod in the early 1800s until around 1960. The route passes by many local points of interest and several lakes suitable for swimming and picnics, including Nickerson State Park in Brewster.&nbsp;Continuously monitored by local police bike patrols, the Cape Cod Rail Trail is a safe and enjoyable way to spend a Cape Cod summer day. There are parking areas at different starting points, with the main trailhead in South Dennis, just minutes from Route 6 on Route 134.This link has even more bike paths to look into:<a href="https://www.capecodchamber.org/things-to-do/outdoor-and-water-activities/biking/bike-paths/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.capecodchamber.org/things-to-do/outdoor-and-water-activities/biking/bike-paths/</a>

Sunbird

Sunbird is an awesome breakfast spot that we both love to hit up whenever we are on the Cape. We highly recommend checking it out. The wait can be long, but it is so worth it, and you can grab takeout and head to one of our favorite beaches mentioned above 😘.<a href="https://www.sunbirdcapecod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.sunbirdcapecod.com/</a>

Cape Cod Lavender Farm

Celebrating its 29th year, the Cape Cod Lavender Farm is family-owned and located at the heart of 11 secluded acres. Its small farm boasts over 7,000 plants. The property is surrounded by 75 acres of conservation land with woodland walking trails. The farm is free to visit and open March-December. The lavender harvest occurs between late June to mid-July (peak bloom).<a href="https://www.capecodlavenderfarm.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.capecodlavenderfarm.com/</a>

Harwich Antique Center

A group shop with something for everyone. If it's old, odd, collectible, and cool, they have it! Tons of furniture, vinyl records, primitives, victorian jewelry, nautical, coins, gold, silver, sports and entertainment memorabilia, military items, Native American jewelry and items, books, and so much more. Ranging from $1 to high-end.<a href="https://harwichantiquecenter.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://harwichantiquecenter.com/</a>

Windsong Antiques

This antique store has a full range of primarily 18th, 19th &amp; early 20th century antiques, including glass, Staffordshire, pottery and porcelain, small furniture, silver, jewelry, primitives, postcards, an extensive collection of vintage and antique books, and ephemera...and much more...<a href="https://www.windsongantiques.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.windsongantiques.com/</a>

Grand Slam Entertainment (Amusement Park)

Cape Cod Bumper Boats Grand Slam Entertainment is a 32 year old Cape Cod Family Fun tradition. Featuring Bumper Boats, Batting Cages, Zip Lines, an arcade room, panning for treasure, and more! Try your luck in any of our 7 baseball, softball and wiffleball cages with speeds for all ages. Feeling the need for a thrill? You can Zip Line over the Bumper Boat pool. The Bumper Boats are a perfect way to cool off on those hot Cape Cod days.<a href="https://www.capecodbumperboats.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.capecodbumperboats.com/</a>

Bud's Mini Golf

Bud's is located right in Harwich Port. It is a nautical-themed, 18-hole miniature golf course featuring dramatic waterfalls, a cave, a grand lighthouse, and more. It is a true haven for fun mini golf on Cape Cod and features go-carts!<a href="https://www.budsminigolf.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.budsminigolf.com/</a>

Devil's Purse Brewing Co.

Devil's Purse is a small craft brewery in South Dennis, just a 12-minute drive from our venue area. It specializes in brewing European-inspired beers and is known as the "home of the Handline Kolsch." The brewery features food trucks and many fun, curated events.<a href="https://www.devilspurse.com/home" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.devilspurse.com/home</a>

Registry

When should I RSVP by?

To help us with our planning, we ask that you kindly RSVP by July 9, 2025. If we do not receive your RSVP by then, we will unfortunately have to mark you as a "no". This is because we need to provide the venue with a total guest count in a timely manner. We hope that you understand.

Can I bring a "plus one"?

Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate additional guests outside of predetermined plus ones allocated via your wedding invitation. Your invitation will specify if we have given you the option to bring a plus one.

Can I bring my kid?

On your invitation, if your child is specifically listed along with your name, they are welcome! (However, if you or you and your partner would prefer a date night out without the kids, also fine by us.) If they are not on the invite, unfortunately we won't be able to accommodate them. We hope you understand.

Is there a dress code?

Yes! We are asking our guests to dress up with us. Since we are getting married on the beach, we figured beach formal attire would be most fitting. Our bridal party will be in blues and creams. We’d suggest not matching. And of course no white!😜

Can I take photos during the ceremony?

Yes! We will also be providing a QR code for you all to upload and share all the photos you take during the day.

Will there be food?

Yes! We will have a raw bar and will be serving hors d'oeuvres throughout the cocktail hour. Food will be served during the reception. A vegetarian option will be available! See our "Menu for the Day" page for the details!

Will there be an open bar?

Yes. Please drink on us! We will also have two signature cocktails as well as non-alcoholic options.

FAQs

Wedding Ceremony Program

Menu for the Day

First Course

Spinach SaladStrawberries, Shaved Red Onion, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Toasted Sunflower Seeds, Balsamic Vinaigrette ﻿Assorted Local Artisan BreadVermont Butter &amp; Herb Oil

Main

Grilled Petit Filet &amp; Butter Braised Local Lobster (GF)Lemon Herb Risotto Cake, Broccolini, Lemon Butter Seared Boneless Free-Range Chicken BreastBacon-Bourbon Jam, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Crispy Brussel Sprouts, Brown Butter Aioli Summer Vegetable TartPhyllo Dough, Grilled Summer Vegetables, Whipped Ricotta, Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto, Summer Greens, Tomato Vinaigrette

Lia & Paul

Lia & Paul

Registry