There is something timeless about a Cape Cod wedding and Jacquie and Matt’s celebration at the Underwood Estate in Chatham captured that coastal charm perfectly.

This privately owned historic home overlooks Stage Harbor and offers couples the rare opportunity to host a tented wedding with stunning water views. For Jacquie who grew up on the Cape the venue felt like home with classic Cape Cod elegance and lulling sound of the ocean.

Getting Ready on the Cape

Jacquie started her day getting ready at her parents’ home, surrounded by family and the comfort of familiar surroundings. She worked with a couture bridal studio, Bremelia, to create a custom gown, and every detail, from the dress to her personal touches, reflected her style. Her stationary, which she designed herself, featured clean modern lines that complemented the sophisticated and understated florals of greens and whites throughout the day.

Oceanfront view of the Underwood Estate in Chatham Cape Cod wedding venue

Candid moment of the bride and bridesmaid first look

A Private Estate Wedding Overlooking Stage Harbor

The Underwood Estate provided a picture perfect backdrop for their wedding. The ceremony was held right by the water and the reception under a clear tent, allowing guests to enjoy unobstructed views of the harbor. The private estate setting gave the day a sense of intimacy and elegance while highlighting the natural beauty of Cape Cod.

Ceremony aisle lined with brown chairs at Underwood Estate

Exchange of vows with ocean backdrop in Cape Cod

First kiss as newlyweds at the Underwood Estate in Chatham

Couple walking up the aisle together after the ceremony

Couple Portraits on the Water and at Sunset

One of the highlights of the day was the couple portraits. Jacquie and Matt took to a boat in Stage Harbor for stunning images that captured the romance of their surroundings. Later, we returned to the estate for sunset portraits, where the golden hour light created warm glowing images that felt both timeless and cinematic.

Newlyweds cheering from the dock during their private estate wedding

Couple laughing together while walking on the edge of a dock

Bridesmaids in pastel dresses standing beside the bride

Bridal party standing together on the lawn in Chatham

Wide view of tented reception overlooking Cape Cod coastline

Bridesmaids holding bouquets of calla lillies at Cape Cod wedding

Golden light portrait of couple by the water in Chatham

Elegant private estate wedding venue in Cape Cod with ocean views

A September Celebration

With the season perfectly in between summer and fall, the Cape provided a beautiful natural palette. Guests enjoyed the tented reception, where the clean elegant florals, carefully designed stationary, and thoughtful details made the celebration feel personal and refined.

As a Cape Cod wedding photographer, days like Jacquie and Matt’s are particularly meaningful. There’s something magical about documenting a private estate wedding with coastal views, intimate personal touches, and golden hour portraits over the water. From the couple’s boat portraits to the glow of the waterfront tent, every image tells a story of love joy and celebration.