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Exceptional Place
Celebrations Entertainment

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The Leading Bay Area Wedding Venue

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Walk down the aisle in the historic St. Mary’s County… at Villa Merla, The Mansion on the Bay.  You and your guests are invited to step back in time, immersed in the natural splendor of the Chesapeake Bay.  Built in 1787 as a private residence and transferred to Villa Merla two hundred years later, you will feel at home at this boutique resort.

 

Enjoy a waterfront view, 800ft of sandy beach, a serenity 

pond, and the shade of Beech, Magnolia and Crepe Myrtle

trees… and an Apple tree.

 

Whether you’re hosting an intimate celebration or an all-out, 100+ person party, the Mansion on the Bay delivers… 10 private rooms and a guest house, private boat dock, a beautiful nearby golf course in the serene and idyllic setting of historic Leonardtown.  First-class food and service, tons of indoor and outdoor amenities… kayaks, laundry service, fishing gear.

 

Enjoy historic points of interest such as the 1st Maryland landing of the Dove and Arc, Solomon’s Island, and Calvert Cliffs.

 

Children will also enjoy the on-site pier for fishing and crabbing and nearby Patuxent Adventure Center.

 

Villa Merla, The Mansion on the Bay, a unique, secluded, waterfront destination.  We hope to see you soon!!

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Our Services Include

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Wedding Ceremony

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Private Gatherings and Corporate Retreats

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Bed and Breakfast

Satisfied Customers

It was such a beautiful location. I would stay again to experience spring.

Ian

The cottage was very comfortable, clean and in a quiet area. Would stay again A+

Joel

Loved everything about [the] cottage....Would definitely stay there again.

Colleen

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