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Villa Serafina in Webster, FL – Central FL Wedding Venue Spotlight

The modern, Italian-inspired Villa Serafina in Webster, FL is a wedding venue that’s recently come across our radar, and we can’t wait to share more about this lovely space with you. Centrally located approximately 45 minutes from Orlando, Tampa, The Villages, and Ocala each, Villa Serafina has recently joined the ranks of Central Florida’s favorite affordable and thoughtfully-designed wedding venues. Featuring lush greenery, outdoor wedding ceremony options, and a modern, airy indoor reception hall, this Tuscan-style venue offers ample amenities for a seamless, unforgettable wedding day experience.

If you’re considering getting married at Villa Serafina and wondering what all is included, what the venue looks like, what amenities are included, and what packages are available, we’ve compiled all the necessary info here in this venue spotlight. Of course, we always advise couples to contact the venue directly for more information and for customized pricing.

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Irelis & Dillon’s classic elegance wedding at The Baughman Center in Gainesville, FL

Some weddings are filled with extravagant details, while others remind you that the heart of the day has always been about two people making a lifelong commitment. Irelis and Dillon’s wedding at the Baughman Center in Gainesville was one of those weddings. It was simple, intentional, deeply rooted in their Christian faith, and centered on the people who mattered most.

Their story began on Upward, a Christian dating app, where they met in mid-December. Just a few months later they officially started dating, and after a little over a year together, Dillon proposed during a trip to Paris with the Eiffel Tower as the backdrop. Their relationship also came with a few fun coincidences along the way, including discovering they had once lived in apartment buildings with the exact same apartment number! Long distance was part of their journey too, with Irelis’ family rooted in Florida while Dillon’s family traveled from London to celebrate alongside them.

For their wedding day, returning to Gainesville felt especially meaningful. Irelis had attended the University of Florida and had always loved the Baughman Center, making it the perfect place to exchange vows.

View their full wedding photography gallery and wedding video here!

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Gracie & Austin’s romantic country wedding at The Hidden Barn Venue in Apopka, FL

Gracie & Austin’s romantic country wedding at The Hidden Barn Venue was such a lovely blend of classic wedding traditions with western flair. We think that if you’re tying the knot at such an iconic and thematic venue as The Hidden Barn Venue, you’ve got to go all in just like Gracie & Austin did to perfection!

Dreaming of a country-style wedding that never sacrificed on elegance, the couple enhanced the theme of rustic romance with thoughtful details such as cowboy hats and boots, the dreamiest dress, and soft blush florals. The kind of couple who could spend 20 minutes crying during their first look and then spend the rest of the evening laughing the night away, this harmony of softness + strength was just so them! View their full wedding photography gallery here.

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Sydney & Jim’s floral springtime wedding at Lake Louisa Chateau in Clermont, FL

Sydney & Jim’s wedding day at Lake Louisa Chateau in Clermont, FL was in full bloom, literally! A vibrant sunny day, gorgeous weather, and colorful blooms adorning everywhere your eye looked: springtime romance was in the air.

From the moment we arrived, the property already felt alive with the spring energy. Sydney and her bridesmaids were in matching pajamas laughing around the house, while Jim and the groomsmen were getting ready nearby, keeping things relaxed and low-key. Kelly (photo) was moving between both sides of the property capturing all those anticipatory moments, while Rob (video) was focused on those small moments, laughter and gestures that make wedding films feel like reliving the day.

View their full wedding photography and videography gallery here!

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Lauren & Brett’s intimate beach wedding at Harbour House in Indian Harbour Beach, FL

Weddings are ultimately about you, your soon-to-be spouse, and your closest loved ones, and there’s a special magic about weddings that really emphasize all three beautifully. Lauren & Brett’s beachfront micro wedding at Harbour House had that exact feeling from the moment we arrived.

The happy couple hosted around 50 guests for their wedding near Melbourne, Florida, choosing Harbour House because it was close to their beach property and gave them enough room to celebrate without needing to host everything themselves.

View their full wedding photography and wedding videography gallery here!

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Amber & Phillip’s backyard wedding in Arcadia, FL

Amber & Phillip’s wedding day was riotous fun, a perfect reflection of their relationship as best friends and their chaotic yet laid-back personalities. The couple met on Tinder but quickly realized they had mutual friends and had probably crossed paths before. From their first date, they basically never separated, and 4.5 years later, it was obvious to everyone there that they still thrive off each other’s energy.

Set on a friend’s property in Arcadia, in rural Florida about 2hrs drive south of Orlando and a bit near Sarasota/Fort Myers area, this wedding leaned fully into the rustic, outdoor vibe. It was about having the space to bring their people together and celebrate without limitations. With around 150 guests, a tented reception, and wide-open land, it gave everyone room to spread out, connect, and settle into the day.

View their wedding photography and wedding videography gallery here!

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Wanderlust Okto in Lake Nona, FL – Central FL Wedding Venue Spotlight

We recently had the pleasure to capture our first wedding at the unique and unforgettable Wanderlust Okto in Lake Nona, FL, and we already can’t wait to go back! This charming wedding venue boasts that it’s a “one of a kind experience”, and we would absolutely agree. If you’re considering getting married at Wanderlust Okto, read on for our full, unbiased review!

Located just minutes from the Orlando International Airport in the up-and-coming Lake Nona region of metro Orlando, Wanderlust Okto is part wedding venue, part staycation property. Highlights of Wanderlust Okto’s property include its Airbnb accommodations, treehouse, Airstream, and (coming soon) container house, all of which form a “you have to see it to believe it” kind of space. These multiple features allow for a truly customizable wedding day experience that’s sure to be a hit with your guests.

If you’re considering getting married at Wanderlust Okto and want to know what a real wedding at this venue looks like, read our full wedding venue review!

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9 romantic garden wedding venues for your botanical wedding in Orlando & Central Florida

Is there anything as classy as a garden wedding? For couples choosing an outdoor wedding venue, a garden wedding brings a certain elegance, striking a balance between casual and formal. Not only do garden weddings exude sophistication and grace, but they also are incredibly practical, requiring little additional adornment to the natural beauty of the surroundings.

We’ve searched the Orlando and Central Florida area for the most popular garden wedding venues perfect for a romantic outdoor wedding, and are here to share our picks. Not to be confused with outdoor wedding venues in general, these wedding venues specifically feature stunning curated gardens for outdoor wedding ceremonies and outdoor wedding receptions. If you’re looking for your perfect, lush garden wedding venue, then this list is for you!

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