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Hammock Dunes Wedding Venue Photo Guide
A photographer's guide to Palm Coast's Distinguished Emerald Club oceanfront venue
About Hammock Dunes Club
A Hammock Dunes wedding at this exclusive Club puts you at one of just 38 Distinguished Emerald Clubs in the world, sitting right on the Atlantic in Palm Coast with oceanfront ceremonies and top-tier service.
The 40,000 sq ft Links Clubhouse sits directly on the ocean. It has indoor and outdoor spaces for ceremonies and receptions. Want a lawn ceremony or a ballroom party? Both work here.
Spaces at Hammock Dunes Club
Why We Love Hammock Dunes Club
The ceremony lawn is one of the cleanest backdrops we work with. Just the Atlantic and open sky - nothing to compete with the couple. That keeps portraits feeling timeless. And since it's a private club, no crowds walk through your ceremony.
The variety keeps your gallery fresh. We move from the beach to the grounds to the ballroom - all without driving. The covered terraces work well for candid shots and give us soft, even light.
The light works well here. The event lawn and beach face east toward the Atlantic, so the sun rises over the water and sets inland behind the clubhouse. That means no squinting into direct sun during a late-afternoon ceremony — couples facing the ocean get soft, even front light, and the eastern sky still glows warm near sunset.
Best Photo Locations
Oceanfront Ceremony Area
Oceanfront event lawn with Atlantic views and open sky, directly in front of the dune walk-over to the beach. The east-facing lawn gives soft, even light through the afternoon.
Oceanview Ballroom
The Oceanview Ballroom has panoramic Atlantic views from every seat and a circular, inlaid dance floor. Large windows give soft indoor light for elegant portraits.
Beach Access
A dune walk-over off the event lawn puts the beach just steps away. Sand and ocean waves create dynamic backgrounds. The ocean faces east, so the sky over the water glows warm in the late afternoon.
Clubhouse Grounds
Large clubhouse grounds with mature plants, building details, and varied light across the property.
Outdoor Patio
Spacious outdoor patio where cocktail hour is hosted, with ocean breezes. Mixed natural and building light creates nice portrait options.
Golf Course Backdrop
Golf course views with trimmed greens and water features. Open light and varied height for wide portraits.
Planning Your Timeline at Hammock Dunes Club
We don’t publish generic timelines. They’re useless without knowing your date. Here’s why:
A 5pm ceremony works great in summer. In winter, it means dark portraits. Your timeline must match your actual date and what matters most to you.
Lighting & Golden Hour
Private club setting with ocean views. The beach and grounds offer varied lighting throughout the day.
Time for Photos
We recommend 60-75 minutes for portraits at Hammock Dunes Club, covering the beach, clubhouse, grounds, and golf course views.
Venue Timing Notes
- Private club—member or event access required
Build a Wedding Day Timeline for Hammock Dunes Club
Every timeline we build starts from three anchors — your ceremony start time, sunset, and your exit. From there we plan the best light for portraits, family photos, and everything in between at Hammock Dunes Club.
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Emerald Club Status
Named a Distinguished Emerald Club of the World since 2013 — one of only 38 private country clubs to hold the title. That means top service and close attention to detail.
Oceanfront Ceremony Setting
The ceremony area faces the Atlantic with wide open views. The open layout works for many ceremony setups and guest counts.
Sunset Timing is Key
Plan your ceremony to end about an hour before sunset. That gives time for cocktail hour portraits and beach sunset photos.
Multiple Photo Spots
Beach access, grounds, ballroom, and covered outdoor areas give you many settings. Your gallery will have natural variety.
Golf Course Portraits
If time allows, the golf course offers wide portraits with trimmed greens and water features for added variety.
In-House Services
The club handles catering and coordination in-house. That keeps vendor logistics simple on your wedding day.
Hammock Dunes Club Wedding Cost
Wedding packages reflect the club's top-tier service and ocean setting. Contact the Events Team for pricing based on your guest count and plans.
What to Expect
- Full-service event coordination
- In-house catering and bar service
- Ceremony and reception spaces
- Tables, chairs, linens, and rentals
- Dedicated Events Manager
The Distinguished Emerald Advantage
The Events Team handles every detail with care. They've run events here for years and know how to stay ahead of your needs.
For pricing and availability, contact the club at (386) 445-0747 or visit hammockdunesclub.com.
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