The Oaks Waterfront Inn Wedding: Courtney + Zach

Although Courtney and Zach grew up in the same town and attended high school together, they only knew each other as acquaintances. A year after college, both ended up back in Baltimore and ran into one another at a local bar when they were out with their respective friends. Six years later they owned an old farmhouse that they are slowly renovating, and are proud parents of 2 cats, 2 dogs, 3 goats and a mini pig!

On one fine evening, Zach popped up the question to Courtney. He proposed with her great-great-grandmother’s ring while they were enjoying drinks and dinner on the edge of their property that overlooks the fields where the sun sets. A perfect setting for such a special occasion.

Bride and Groom posing with their dogs. The Oaks Waterfront Inn wedding, St Michaels, Eastern Shore, Maryland, by wedding photographers of Leo Dj Photography. http://leodjphoto.com

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A beautiful pink wedding bouquet by florist Sophie’s Poseys.

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Zach and Courtney chose St. Michaels and specifically, The Oaks, for their ceremony because both wanted to feel like they were having a destination wedding with the convenience of only 1.5 hours away from home. Being near the water in a historical town on a holiday weekend allowed their families to celebrate the wedding and enjoy a long weekend in a beautiful place.

Bride and Groom laughing during their vow and wedding ring exchange. The Oaks Waterfront Inn wedding, St Michaels, Eastern Shore, Maryland, by wedding photographers of Leo Dj Photography. http://leodjphoto.com Bride and Groom kissing at the end of the aisle after the ceremony. The Oaks Waterfront Inn wedding, St Michaels, Eastern Shore, Maryland, by wedding photographers of Leo Dj Photography. http://leodjphoto.com Bride and Groom kissing on the dock. The Oaks Waterfront Inn wedding, St Michaels, Eastern Shore, Maryland, by wedding photographers of Leo Dj Photography. http://leodjphoto.com Bride and Groom kissing in front of their cottage with their dogs looking. The Oaks Waterfront Inn wedding, St Michaels, Eastern Shore, Maryland, by wedding photographers of Leo Dj Photography. http://leodjphoto.com

After the ceremony, the Bride and Groom took their dogs for a short stroll along St. Michaels pier area..

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For the casually dressed wedding dinner, the Bride and Groom brought their families to The Crab Claw for a taste of local culinary such as the popular Maryland steamed crab and crab cake.

Wedding bands and engagement ring on top of a steamed Maryland crab. The Oaks Waterfront Inn wedding, St Michaels, Eastern Shore, Maryland, by wedding photographers of Leo Dj Photography. http://leodjphoto.com

Congratulations Courtney and Zach!

May you live happily ever after! 🙂

Leo Dj

 

Vendors

Ceremony Venue: The Oaks Waterfront Inn and Events

Officiant: Rev. Mary Powers

Make up and Hair: Serendipity Salon

Dress (designer name and store): Tadashi Soji, Nordstroms

Tuxedo/Suit: Charles Tyrwhitt

Florist: Sophie’s Poseys

Reception Dinner Venue: The Crab Claw

Wedding favors: St. Michaels Winery

Decorations: DIY

Cake: Grauls

 

 

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