Jacqui + Mark at Hastings House Salt Spring Island
Jacqui + Mark chose Hastings House Salt Spring Island for their celebration, and it’s easy to see why. This Salt Spring Island wedding venue pairs oceanfront views with heritage charm, tucked above Ganges Harbour.
Photographed by Folklore wedding photographer Stasia Garraway, their gallery leans into the feeling of a weekend wedding here. It captures slow moments, gorgeous light, and the kind of backdrop that lets the people (and the connection) stay at the centre of every frame.
Why Hastings House is such a standout Salt Spring Island wedding venue
Set on 22 acres of oceanfront property with 18 guest suites, Hastings House is designed for a destination-style stay. Guests can settle in, wander the manicured gardens, and take in the water views across the harbour.
A few venue highlights couples love:
- Multiple ceremony locations, including a wedding arbor overlooking the ocean
- Glassed-in Verandah dining with vaulted ceilings for up to 40 guests
- Tented reception option with forest + ocean views for up to 100 guests (with an 18-suite buyout requirement)
- Customized gourmet menus designed by Swiss Executive Chef Marcel Kauer
A little history (and why it photographs so beautifully)
Part of what makes Hastings House Salt Spring Island feel so transportive is its layered history. The Manor House was built in 1939 by English naval architect Warren Hastings. It was designed to resemble his Sussex-style family home. Historic buildings on the estate include the Farmhouse (converted into suites in 1980) and the Post Cottage. The Post Cottage was once the island’s first Hudson’s Bay trading post.
That mix of heritage architecture, garden paths, and harbour views gives photographers (and couples) an incredible variety of settings. You have all this without ever needing to leave the property.
Planning notes for couples considering Hastings House
If you’re exploring Hastings as your Salt Spring Island wedding venue, it helps to know how flexible the property can be. Hastings House hosts everything from elopements and micro weddings (their package option is noted as up to 20 guests) to small weddings and larger celebrations. The reception structure shifts depending on guest count and whether a full property buyout is needed.
On-site experiences can also shape the flow of a wedding weekend—Hastings House has Manor Dining and a Wellspring Spa on the property. This makes it easy to build in slower moments for you and your guests.
Folklore Weddings: media + wedding curation support
At Folklore Wedding Company, we love photographing weddings at Hastings House Salt Spring Island because the venue team has built such a thoughtful experience. You get accommodations, dining, ceremony options, and those iconic ocean-view grounds all in one place.
If you’re dreaming up a day here, Folklore can support you with:
- Wedding media: photography and videography coverage with a documentary-meets-artful approach (including teams, depending on coverage needs)
- Wedding curation + planning: vendor guidance, timeline building, logistics support, and on-the-ground coordination—built around how you want the day to feel
If you’re planning your own celebration and want a steady hand for the key pieces, we can step in where it’s most helpful. We also collaborate closely with Hastings House’s events team to keep everything running smoothly.
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