Stetson Mansion Wedding Info and Rates
Info: Historic Elegance
Available Nov 1-14 and Jan 1-15
The Stetson Mansion Estate is available for outdoor weddings with tenting and is capped at @125.
Built as Florida's most modern and elegant mansion in 1886 by John B. Stetson, the famed hat maker, the Stetson Mansion is an architectural masterpiece embellished with rich details including 16 different intricate parquet floor patterns and the 10,000 panes of antique window glass. On the wedding day our brides step down the grand staircase once graced by the Queen of England, Countess of Portugal and First Lady of the United States. Florida's First Luxury Estate sits on 3 private gated acres and has been enhanced with a multi-million dollar restoration and complete update to today's standards and style. The interior will be thoroughly decorated for Christmas so keep this in mind when planning interior photography.
The couples who chose our National Historic Place for their wedding have a keen interest in history and provenance. Their curiosity about Florida’s finest example of luxurious 19th century architecture attracted them to the mansion for one of our historic or Christmas tours. They are overwhelmed by the story and beauty of the home and know this is where they desire to get married. For this reason we do not offer wedding site tours. The mansion grounds and interior can be seen on our Christmas Tours (Nov 1-Jan 20.) The grounds are open to view without charge twenty minutes before posted tour times. The interior can be seen on a tour. Please refer to our Book A Tour page to see the tour dates and tour times.
The Perfect Day
"My coordinator and I planned the most perfect day which reflected my own personal style. The estate is a versatile backdrop for any imagined event from the elegance of the "Gilded Age" mansion, the country charm of the grand front porch and gazebo to the stunning redwood equestrian carriage house doors. Our small ceremony was perfect in the shaded meditation garden that always has a comfortable cooler temperature." AW
You and your guests will join the exclusive list of presidents and royalty who have celebrated in this glamorous estate. Let your "happily ever after" begin at the Stetson Mansion Estate.
Wedding Venue Rates
Ceremony and Reception 1-125
$3,500
What's included?
The Stetson Mansion Estate grounds and gardens
Outdoor ceremony and reception locations
Dressing room for the bride
Bride and groom access to Mansion for photography, interior decorated for Christmas
Night time lighting of the Mansion and the Meditation Garden
Two beautiful indoor restrooms
11 hour rental ~ 6 hours event time
3 hour set-up time
2 hour break-down
Wedding Equipment Rental
All equipment is rented from SES. Chair rentals. Approximate rental rates: Resin $3.50 or Chiavari $6 per chair with pad, 3 colors are available. Tables with poly linen and napkins $30 per table. Bar $85. Led Property Floods $50 each. Tenting for up to 100 people $2,000-$2,400. All prices approximate and subject to change. (Additional rental fee if a larger tent is required.)
Catering
Non preferred caterers are welcome and must be approved. There is a $500 fee for non preferred caterers to use our facility.
We offer five preferred caterers. Each serve delicious cuisine and have menus that fit all desires and many budgets. Preferred Caterers: Arthur's, Aunt Catfish, John Michael and Puff'n Stuff.
Complete seated lunch buffet from $23. Dinner $33 - $75+ per person depending on caterer. Plated prices have additional fees.
Liquor ~ You can provide your own to give you a huge savings on your celebration or you can inquire rates from our caterers. Fee for bartender and set ups if serving any liquor.
Add 6.5% tax for rental, equipment and catering. Caterers usually add $18-20% gratuity.
Wedding Packages
They are only a guide provided by one of outside vendors. You do not need to purchase these packages. You may select your own vendors except for the tent, tables and chair vendor.
Package FOR 50 GUESTS $12,995 (BY WIO)
Venue Rental, Reception Tent, Tables, White Folding Chairs, all Linens, Buffet Catering Package and Coordinator for both Rehearsal and the Day Of.
Enhanced package FOR 100 GUESTS $22,195 (BY WIO)
Venue Rental, Dinner-Buffet Catering Package by John Michael’s Events, Officiant, All Weather Reception Tent, Tables, Chiavari Style Chairs, All Linens, Floral Package (includes Guest Table Centerpieces, Personal Floral and Ceremony Decor,) DJ Services, Photographer, Tuxedo for Groom, Limousine Service and Coordinator for both Rehearsal and the Day Of.
Note: The above packages are offered by WIO (Weddings Inc of Orlando and catered by John Michael's Events. Bar setups, bartender(s), equipment, mixers and alcohol are not included but may be added for a reasonable fee. You may wish to supply your own alcohol for a large savings (all alcohol must be served by a licensed and insured bartender). Contact John Michael’s Events for full details and custom pricing.
You will be required to place wedding insurance in case you do not order a tent.