If you are planning a wedding near Colonial Heights or Fort Lee, guest lodging is often one of the first questions families ask. Sunset Cove is about 11 miles from Colonial Heights, which makes it workable for out-of-town guests who want a central place to stay while still attending your waterfront ceremony on the James River.
A room block is a set of rooms held at a nearby hotel at a group rate for your wedding weekend. We cannot reserve hotel rooms on your behalf, but we can help you think through timing, guest count, and drive times so your block matches how people will move between lodging, the venue, and any welcome events.
Couples with military ties at Fort Lee often have guests flying into Richmond (RIC) or staying in the Colonial Heights and Petersburg corridor. From those areas, Sunset Cove is a straightforward drive on local roads. If your guest list includes family from out of state, share your wedding date early so they can book before peak weekends fill up.
Questions to ask hotels when setting a block: how many rooms they will hold, the nightly rate, the cutoff date for guests to book, and whether unused rooms roll off without a penalty to you. Ask about shuttle options if you expect a large group arriving from one hotel.
Ready to see the venue and talk through your weekend timeline? Schedule a tour or call us at 804-392-9900.
Colonial Heights couples often need a venue that works for local guests and out-of-town family near Fort Lee. Sunset Cove is a James River waterfront venue in Prince George, about 11 miles from Colonial Heights, with dock ceremonies, garden and pond options, and an 8,000-square-foot indoor ballroom if weather shifts.
Our waterfront lawn sits under mature trees that give you shade for an outdoor ceremony and a natural backdrop for group photos. Colonial Heights couples often use this space for the ceremony and move to the ballroom or lawn for the reception.
Garden paths and tree cover work well for intimate ceremonies and cocktail hours. Pair the garden with the ballroom if you want an indoor reception later in the evening.
From the dock to the garden paths and indoor ballroom, you get several distinct looks without coordinating multiple locations. Our team can walk you through the best spots during your tour based on your guest count and timeline.
Our 8,000-square-foot ballroom works for seated receptions, dances, and rainy-day ceremonies. Large windows bring in natural light, and the layout can flex for different guest counts. Pair it with outdoor cocktail hour on the lawn when weather allows.
Located upstairs in the venue is your beautiful getting ready suite. Hair/Makeup stations, great natural light and seating for a relaxing pre-ceremony spot.
We believe we have one of the most unique venues around with lots of eye-catching details. Come and see for yourself!
We offer a full-service bar and catering service. We will have a consultation to create your ideal food and beverage menu. At this time you are also welcome to bring in your own catering service if preferred.
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