Ocean House · Watch Hill, RI
Ocean House Wedding Photography & Videography
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Ocean House is the big yellow hotel on the bluff in Watch Hill, Rhode Island, with a wraparound verandah, hydrangea-lined lawns and views over Block Island Sound. Move Mountains Co. has photographed and filmed weddings at Ocean House, and we're proud to be a preferred photographer there.
The yellow hotel on the bluff
Ceremonies take place on the South Lawn, bordered by hydrangeas and set below the verandah, for up to 150 guests. The Seaside Ballroom and Terrace seats 150 for dinner, and larger weddings put a sailcloth tent on the South Lawn for up to 250 seated. The croquet court beside the lawn makes for a lively cocktail hour, and with rooms, a spa and a beach on site, many couples turn the wedding into a full weekend.
The Ocean House team handles a wedding weekend with five-star polish, and nothing is ever left to chance.
Move Mountains Co. has photographed and filmed weddings across Newport, Boston and beyond for 10 years. We're a preferred vendor at 100+ New England venues, a ten-time The Knot Best of Weddings winner and a member of The Knot Hall of Fame.
Best photo spots at Ocean House
The Seaside Ballroom
Chandeliers, tall windows and a warm wood dance floor. Matthew + Courtney made their entrance here with their arms in the air and every guest on their feet.
The South Lawn
The yellow facade and the verandah rise behind the lawn, the most recognizable backdrop in Watch Hill.
The hydrangea gardens
Deep green hedges and white hydrangeas around the hotel give soft, shaded portraits even at midday.
The sweetheart table
White florals and window light, and a front-row seat for the toasts. Matthew and Courtney were in tears laughing by the end of them.
The boardwalk
White railings and weathered boards lead from the hotel through the dune grass.
The verandah
The long wraparound porch is an easy spot for cocktails and a quick portrait between dinner and dancing.
Planning your Ocean House wedding timeline
- 1
Getting ready
Suites inside the hotel keep the morning calm and close to everything.
- 2
Portraits
The South Lawn, the gardens and the boardwalk are all a short walk from the lobby.
- 3
Ceremony
Marry on the South Lawn below the verandah.
- 4
Cocktail hour
Croquet on the lawn and drinks on the verandah.
- 5
Reception
Dinner and dancing in the Seaside Ballroom, or under a sailcloth tent on the lawn.
Real Ocean House weddings
Start with Matthew + Courtney's photos, then see more Rhode Island weddings.
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Ocean House on the blog
Thank you to the Ocean House team for always going above and beyond.
All photos by Move Mountains Co.Ocean House wedding FAQ
How many weddings has Move Mountains Co. photographed at Ocean House?
Move Mountains Co. has photographed and filmed weddings at Ocean House.
Where are the best photo spots at Ocean House?
The best photo spots at Ocean House are the Seaside Ballroom, the South Lawn, the hydrangea gardens, the sweetheart table, the boardwalk and the verandah.
How many guests can Ocean House hold?
Ocean House lists 150 seated in the Seaside Ballroom and on the South Lawn, and up to 250 seated under a sailcloth tent on the South Lawn. Check with the venue for current terms.
Is Move Mountains Co. a preferred vendor at Ocean House?
Yes. Move Mountains Co. is a preferred photographer at Ocean House.
How much does a Ocean House wedding photographer cost?
Move Mountains Co. offers tiered photo, video and combined collections, so you can choose the coverage that fits your day. Reach out for current pricing. Travel within 120 round-trip miles of our Providence studio is included; beyond that, travel is $0.75 per mile.
Can Move Mountains Co. provide both photography and video at Ocean House?
Yes. Move Mountains Co. photographs and films weddings at Ocean House, and we also offer the Luxe Booth photo booth. Your photographer and filmmaker work side by side as one crew. Wedding films are delivered 16–20 weeks after the wedding, and MMC offers tiered photo, video and combined collections; reach out for current pricing.
Check your Ocean House date
We'd love to hear about your Ocean House plans. MMC offers tiered photo, video and combined collections; reach out for current pricing.