River Forest Manor — Hotel in Belhaven

Macy & the team at River Forest Manor are so kind and professional, they will literally bend over backwards to make sure your wedding day is flawless. We found River Forest Manor through a family friend’s referral. Not being local to the Belhaven area, we toured over 15 very nice wedding venues from Maryland to Asheville, but nothing could truly top the experience we knew we would have at River Forest, so we booked it! There isn’t another gorgeous old mansion on the water you can rent for a whole weekend- this is it!! We did their weekend long package and it was definitely worth it. We were able to house close family, bridesmaids, and of course us, for the weekend. Most of our guests (90 total) were able to stay at vacation rentals in Belhaven too. We did our rehearsal dinner in the River room, and I had my bridesmaids luncheon on the front porch. If I would have added one more event, it would have been either a cocktail welcome party on the first floor or a Sunday brunch in the front parlors! Our weekend was stunning and after our wedding, I really miss my time at River Forest. This venue really has it all and can accommodate weddings both large and small, and many styles. We are so happy we chose River Forest and have the most joyous memories of this...

My daughter was married at River Forest Manor this past weekend and had the reception under the pavilion. The wedding party, and some immediate family stayed in the Manor. We also had the rehearsal dinner in the elk room and enjoyed Sunday brunch at the manor as well. Everything was phenomenal. The owners and staff were beyond flexible, accommodating, thoughtful, kind, nice and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect and exactly as we desired it to be. Every room in the manor was a work of art - amazing in beauty, comfort and elegance. The bridal suite was like something out of a movie.We made wonderful use of the parlors to visit with our of town family and friends, as well as the sitting area upstairs (the inner sanctum). The manor and grounds are impeccably maintained. I highly recommend River Forest Manor for a dream wedding or special event, romantic weekend, or...

River Forrest marina was great. Once through the Belhaven breakwater turn hard to starboard (90°) and follow the red day marks to the Tee pier (eastmost pier) and enjoy 8+ ft all the way. Henry or Eddie will meet you on the dock.

The primary dock connects in front of the single building. Diesel at the tee pier. Gasoline is all the way in under the flag pole (left side of tee inbound ) at the face dock in front of the building. 4.5 ft of water at the face dock.

Odd numbered slips are on the right side of the tee I bound. These are between the dock and the parallel riprap that protects the dock from waves out of the East.

The amenities, service, and town impressed this first timer. We will return! Those laundry machines are AWESOME! The two bathrooms are huge family sized!

All Just a short walk (5 blocks) to the town center.

There are complimentary 4 passenger...