1. Powel Crosley Estate

Address:8374 North Tamiami Trail • Sarasota • FL 34243

Website: www.bradentongulfislands.com

The Powel Crosley Estate is another remarkable wedding venue that holds historical charm and elegance. Situated in Sarasota, Florida, this estate offers a blend of vintage allure and waterfront beauty, making it a popular choice for couples seeking a romantic and unique wedding experience. Built in the 1920s by inventor Powel Crosley Jr., this Mediterranean Revival mansion exudes a sense of grandeur and history. Its ornate architecture, intricate details, and vintage furnishings create an atmosphere of timeless elegance, providing a captivating backdrop for wedding celebrations. The mansion's interior spaces are equally enchanting, featuring opulent ballrooms, intricately designed ceilings, and antique furnishings. The grandeur of these spaces sets the stage for glamorous receptions and elegant indoor ceremonies. Photographers like myself often take advantage of the mansion's lavish interiors to capture moments that exude sophistication. This venue truly is a a pice of art.

2. Vizcaya Museum House

-Miami, FL

Address: 3251 South Miami Avenue

Miami, FL 33129

Website: hhttps://vizcaya.org

Estate Florida wedding venues with a blend of Italian Renaissance and Mediterranean Revivalold charm and sprawling landscapes can be difficult to find but this one is an absolute GEM! The Vizcaya Museum House has a sweet spot in my lil ole heart, and believe me, she is going to take your breath away. Offering you multiple options of ceremony spaces, various outdoor spaces within its gardens that can serve as enchanting ceremony locations. The Waterfront Garden, with its terraces, fountains, and beautiful views of Biscayne Bay, is a BEAUTIFUL choice for wedding ceremonies. With the jaw-dropping courtyard, located in the heart of the main house, is a charming space for smaller receptions. The terraces overlooking the water can also be transformed into elegant reception areas. Couples can choose to have a tented reception on the East Terrace, which provides shelter while still enjoying the outdoor ambiance. This will be a venue with all of the most gorgeous nooks and settings to capture a classic, documentary, vintage wedding in south east Florida! Situated in the Coconut Grove neighborhood of Miami, overlooking Biscayne Bay. This unbelievable South East Florida wedding venue will make all your, Italian/Mediterranean wedding venue dreams come true. 

3. The Howey Mansion

Location: 1001 Citrus Avenue Howey-in-the-Hills, FL 34737

Website: www.thehoweymansion.com

Nestled amid the rolling hills and citrus groves of Howey-in-the-Hills, the Howey Mansion emerges like a timeless fairytale setting. As the sun begins its descent, the mansion's courtyard becomes a stage for nature's grand spectacle. The hues of the setting sun create a painterly backdrop, casting a warm and enchanting glow. Against this breathtaking canvas, you and your partner share your first dance as the stars emerge one by one, bearing witness to your love story. Stepping into the mansion is like stepping back in time, as the grand architecture and ornate details transport brides to a bygone era. The mansion's stately columns, intricate moldings, and majestic ballrooms evoke a sense of regal splendor. As your photographer I would seize the opportunity to blend history with the present, crafting images that tell a story of elegance and grace. The Howey Mansion truly is everything and more so many brides dream of.

4. Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club

Location: 1830 Epping Forest Drive, Jacksonville, FL

Website: www.efyc.com

Okay... I know I said I couldn't choose a favorite, and I stand by that. But........ This venue absoloutly takes my breath away. Nestled on the tranquil shores of the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, Florida, the Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club stands as a timeless haven for love and celebration. This enchanting venue weaves together the elegance of a country club with the romance of a waterfront escape. Imagine a sun-kissed afternoon, where the gentle rustling of leaves in Epping Forest's lush gardens sets the stage for a dreamlike ceremony. Stepping into the grand ballroom, a space of refined opulence, the aura of romance deepens. Crystal chandeliers cast a soft, warm glow, illuminating the dance floor where the couple's first steps as newlyweds will be etched in memory forever. Ahhhhh my heart can't handle it! This place feels truly enchanted and will absolutely take your breath away. The photographs from this dreamy venue will have you looking back on the most timeless moments of your life.

5. Hardemans Secret Garden

Location: 3505 N. GALLAGHER ROAD, DOVER, FL 33527

Website: www.hardenmanssecretgarden.com

The Orchid House is the primary facility, a European-engineered 50’x120’ greenhouse that is twenty feet tall with a retractable roof and walls. The eastern side is a brick and masonry block, a 12’ high wall designed to display orchids and serve as a backdrop. Centered in the middle of this wall is a raised stage flanked by coral boulders. This can be used for a band, speaker, tables, etc. The flooring has high-quality, short-knap artificial turf. This space also features market lighting, lighting throughout the garden, and optional air conditioning in Orchid House. The Raised Garden immediately south of Orchid House is a paved area in the shape of a Roman Cross. This space is elevated for a different perspective of the garden. It features several benches for seating and several planters with a gorgeous variety of plant life. This venue is the most beautiful for a clean, garden escape type wedding.

6. Art and History Museum – Maitland

Location: 231 W Packwood Ave., Maitland, FL 32751

Website: www.artandhistory.org



The breathtaking cornerstone of the National Historic Landmark campus of A&H’s Maitland Art Center, the Mayan Chapel & Courtyard boasts a truly unique atmosphere. Your guests are enveloped by stunning architecture that appears to be cradled in the surrounding nature. The intimate size of the enchanting chapel is enhanced by ornate sculptures and carved floor tiles that lead the way to a small pond where couples can recite their vows.

The Courtyard that stands steps away is the perfect location for a reception or a larger ceremony. A lovely covered walkway will guide guests into the garden-like outdoor room. Surrounded by embellished tiles and beautiful landscaping, the Mayan Courtyard makes guests feel like they have been transported to a different time.

7. Villa Veintiseis

Location: 23550 SW 187th Ave, Homestead, FL 33031

Website: www.villaveintiseis.com

Oh my gosh where do I even begin... The Villa Veintiséis is nothing but a GEMMM. The Villa Veintiséis is an intimate, whimsical, & cozy venue that seats up to 150 guest. The Villa has a beautiful botanical garden estate spanning over 2 acres just outside of Miami, in Homestead, Florida. This secret paradise & be instantly transported to a whimsical, intimate space. It is perfect for wandering through private paths & absorbing the sounds of tropical birds & gentle waterfalls, while relishing the shade of an 80-ft tall, captivating canopy. This unique property is the PERFECT venue for any brides who are looking for an intimate garden setting that will send you into every whimsical wedding vibes you could ever want.

8. The Mansion at Tuckahoe

Location: 1707 NE Indian River Drive

Jensen Beach, Florida, 34957

Website: www.martin.fl.us/Mansion

Talk about a BREATHTAKING VIEW... The Mansion at Tuckahoe is a historic waterfront wedding venue located in Jensen Beach, Florida. The Mansion at Tuckahoe offers a unique space of southern elegance and old Florida charm, in a classic tropical setting. Set against a backdrop of beautiful sunsets and tropical palm trees, offering breathtaking waterfront views overlooking the Indian River Lagoon, the Mansion at Tuckahoe is one of the most historically significant sites in Florida. So for all my classy brides out there, the Mansion at Tuckahoe is the perfect mix of classy and sleek.