25 views

Gull Harbour Marina and Light House Inn

(No Ratings Yet)

Last reviewed: August 10, 2026 | St Andrews | Farm Weddings |

Business status: Active.

Last reviewed: August 10, 2026. Business status: Active.

Gull Harbour Marina and Lighthouse Inn is a Hecla Island wedding venue on Lake Winnipeg. Its official private-events information lists weddings and other celebrations, with a private beach for ceremonies and several facilities that can be reserved for functions.

For couples considering a destination-style Manitoba celebration, the property combines event facilities with accommodation, dining and marina services. It is located within Hecla/Grindstone Provincial Park, so travel and park-entry arrangements are practical factors to consider alongside the venue itself.

Services and specialization

Gull Harbour Marina and Lighthouse Inn lists weddings among its private-event services, alongside retreats, golf tournament wind-ups and family reunions. Its wedding offering is venue-led: couples may marry on the private beach and reserve the restaurant, waterfront sunset deck or screened patio for their function.

The official events page describes seasonal catering menus and says customized meal requests can be costed. It also publishes plated-dinner options for groups of 25 to 100 and buffet service for groups of 30 or more. Bar formats described include cash, host and corkage service; liquor arrangements are subject to Manitoba LGCA requirements.

Private-beach ceremony option
Restaurant, waterfront sunset deck and screened patio
Seasonal catering and customized-meal costing
Published plated-dinner and buffet formats for qualifying group sizes
Cash bar, host bar and corkage-bar options

Service area and who it may suit

The venue is on the northern tip of Hecla Island. Its contact page directs visitors to take Highway 8 north from Winnipeg and describes the trip as approximately 170 km. The official site places the property on Lake Winnipeg in Hecla Island & Grindstone Provincial Park.

It may suit couples who want a Lake Winnipeg setting, a beach ceremony and accommodation available on the same property. It is worth investigating for celebrations where guests are comfortable travelling to an island destination. Couples who need a city-centre event should compare travel, lodging and guest transportation needs before booking.

Hecla Island and Lake Winnipeg setting
Approximately 170 km from Winnipeg by the route described by the venue
On-site guest-room and cabin accommodation is advertised
Provincial-park location

Event spaces and guest capacity

For events held in 2026, Gull Harbour states that the indoor dining room seats up to 120 guests and the solarium seats 80 people. It also lists outdoor spaces for larger gatherings. The same page says the property can accommodate groups with seating for up to 120 guests, so couples should confirm which space configuration applies to their date and guest count.

The official site specifically names the restaurant, waterfront sunset deck and screened patio as reservable facilities. Its event information also lists a beach ceremony setup. Couples should ask about weather backup, accessibility and any timing restrictions for outdoor plans.

Indoor dining room: up to 120 guests
Solarium: 80 seats
Outdoor spaces: described as available for larger gatherings
Private beach: ceremony option with a published setup fee

Confirmed strengths and practical limitations

A documented feature is the venue's range of shoreline and indoor event settings: the official site names a private beach, waterfront sunset deck, screened patio, restaurant and solarium. It also documents food and beverage service, published event terms and accommodation options, allowing couples to assess several core wedding components through one business.

The reviewed official pages do not present a single all-inclusive wedding package or a complete per-person wedding total. Venue rental, ceremony setup, catering, bar service, taxes and service charge may each affect the final invoice. Request a dated proposal for the selected space, guest count, menu and bar plan.

Documented Lake Winnipeg waterfront setting
Multiple named ceremony and reception-space options
Published 2026 capacity and event-term information
A complete all-inclusive wedding price is not shown on the reviewed official pages

Pricing

Current pricing is explicitly published for events held in 2026. Restaurant venue rental is listed from $2,000 in November to $9,500 in July and August, depending on month. Solarium rental is listed where available, from $2,000 in May and October to $6,400 in July and August. The beach ceremony setup is listed at $1,050.

The venue states that a $1,000 non-refundable deposit is applied to the final bill, final payment is due 10 days before the event, and the guest count is due 21 days before as the minimum guarantee. Its event terms list 7% PST, 5% GST and a 20% service charge. Catering costs are not published as a complete wedding total, and the site says menus vary by season and group size.

2026 restaurant rental: $2,000–$9,500 by month
2026 solarium rental: $2,000–$6,400 in listed months
Beach ceremony setup: $1,050
Deposit: $1,000, non-refundable and applied to final bill
Published taxes: 7% PST plus 5% GST; service charge: 20%

Contact and booking

For general enquiries, group bookings and marina information, the official site lists +1 (204) 279-2180 and info@gullharbour.com. The contact page separately lists the Lighthouse Restaurant at +1 (204) 279-2187 for private functions, larger groups, special functions and menu planning.

The private-events page also lists eventsandweddings@gullharbour.com for weddings, special menus, graduations and family gatherings. Use the event contact to ask about date availability and request a written estimate; use the general contact for accommodation or property questions that affect the guest experience.

Events and weddings: eventsandweddings@gullharbour.com
General, rooms and rentals: +1 (204) 279-2180
Restaurant/private-function enquiries: +1 (204) 279-2187
General email: info@gullharbour.com

What couples should confirm

Before committing, confirm the exact room or outdoor area available for the intended date, the indoor backup plan for a beach or deck ceremony, and the guest-count limit for the chosen layout. The published capacities describe seating, but they do not replace a date-specific floor plan or event proposal.

Ask for the current catering menu and per-person pricing, required food-and-beverage minimums if any, bar format and staffing, and whether the quoted rental includes setup, furniture, décor, audio equipment or cleanup. Confirm accommodation inventory and booking arrangements for guests, as the site advertises several cabin-room and private-cabin options without presenting a wedding room-block policy on the reviewed events page.

Finally, clarify provincial-park pass requirements for guests and vendors, arrival and parking logistics, accessibility, vendor rules, music end times and applicable permits. The official site says a provincial-park pass is required while staying at the property, and liquor service follows Manitoba LGCA regulations. Last reviewed: 2026-08-10.

Exact space, layout and weather backup
Catering, bar and service-charge estimate
Guest accommodation availability and booking process
Park-pass, parking and vendor logistics
Permit responsibilities and event-day rules

Continue planning

Frequently asked questions

Can couples hold a wedding ceremony at Gull Harbour Marina?

Yes. The official private-events page says couples can get married on the venue's private beach and reserve facilities for their function.

How many guests can the venue seat?

For 2026 events, the official page lists seating for up to 120 in the indoor dining room and 80 in the solarium, with outdoor spaces for larger gatherings. Confirm the capacity for your chosen layout directly with the venue.

Does Gull Harbour Marina publish wedding venue fees?

Yes. The official events page publishes 2026 monthly restaurant and solarium rental fees, plus a $1,050 beach ceremony setup fee. It does not publish one complete all-inclusive wedding total.

Is accommodation available at the property?

Yes. The official site advertises cabin-room and private-cabin accommodations. Ask the venue about availability and arrangements for your event dates.

Who should couples contact about weddings?

The private-events page lists eventsandweddings@gullharbour.com for weddings and special menus. The restaurant phone for private functions is +1 (204) 279-2187.