Merri-Makers At Waters Edge

1465 Ocean Ave, Sea Bright, NJ 07760

Reviewed by Amanda J.

I got married at Merri Makers Water's Edge last month and the day was as perfect as you could have asked for.

My contact at the venue, Sally, and the DOC, Jason, really took care of everything. We also had a wonderful young lady who would offer me and my bridesmaids food and drinks in the suite (they have a huge bridal suite) and a great waiter who was always asking if we needed anything during the reception. We were well taken care of!

They had to move my wedding down the beach a few weeks before the ceremony because they are experiencing beach erosion, so like any bride, I worried a little bit, but nothing could be done, and in the end it was perfect. If anything, it was better because it was completely private! There was nobody else on that area of the beach! They had large golf carts to transport my guests who would have trouble walking so there was no problem. They provide white chairs and a boardwalk so the guests are comfortable. There is also a power outlet down at the beach so my keyboard player could plug in and my officiant used her microphone.

The cocktail hour was great, the food was magnificent- make sure you get the mushroom soup, the french toast, and the little phyllo cups with goat cheese! MMMmmm! My keyboard player from the ceremony played the piano that they have in the cocktail room.

Our reception went perfectly. They provide all the food, alcohol, linens, dishes, etc. They also include a cake (which was delicious- we picked chocolate and yellow cake with raspberry filling.) You can choose from about 25 designs that are included in the wedding price or if you want a fancier cake you can pay to upgrade. You also get to choose from about 50 linen colors. We chose 2 colors and had them alternate on the tables. It looked great. They will set up all your centerpieces and seating cards so you don't have to worry about that stuff. There is also a great patio that my guests enjoyed since it was a beautiful day.

If you are thinking about a beach wedding in NJ, you cannot pass up a tour of this venue. The venue itself, the food, and the service are all excellent!


Dear Lindsay & Jason

I am so sorry that is has taken me this long to sit down and write this note to you.  I can never thank-you enough for making
Kera & Jason's wedding so special!  I had such a short time to pull it all together but you both made it so very easy for us.

Starting with all the great advice.  I could not have asked for things to go as smooth as they did if I had two years to plan it.
The Waters Edge was beautiful, the food, the staff, were all fantastic.

Giving me Chris Garrown's name was by far the best. On a Monday night right after Christmas he had the place hopping.  I
have actually spoken to him since and I think he has actually gotten a few calls from people at the wedding.

Once again thanks for making this day so very special!