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Planning An Unforgettable Wedding & Reception At Bonnet House

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If you are searching for a truly unique place to get married and/or host your wedding reception, look no further than Bonnet House Museum & Gardens. Bonnet House is an outdoor, garden setting that embodies old-world charm and understated elegance.With it’s stunning natural beauty, and proximity to downtown Fort Lauderdale, the Bonnet House estate is considered one of the most beautiful places to host a destination wedding or reception in South Florida.

Located in the center of sunny Fort Lauderdale, the beauty of Bonnet House Museum & Gardens can be enjoyed year-round. Our pristine estate spans 35 acres and offers a variety of exquisite settings for weddings, ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners of any size.

Bonnet House Museum & Gardens offers a unique combination of the grandeur of the past with modern amenities, including a private parking lot, to ensure that the needs of any and all guests are accommodated.  Bonnet House is available for rentals during morning and evening hours, and guests have the exclusive use of the tree lined allee, outdoor terrace, veranda lawn, hibiscus garden, and inner courtyard. Bonnet House’s rental fee includes the venue only, although the estate works with many pre-approved caterers and vendors to suit every budget and design goal. To help with the decision making process, we have compiled a list of preferred vendors with extensive experience on the property. Please note that Bonnet House does not have air-conditioned banquet halls, however an air-conditioned bridal room is available for use by the bride bridal party. The renting party is also responsible for all services including catering, tables, chairs, staging, etc.

Whether you are planning an intimate gathering, or a grand and lavish affair, Bonnet House will set the scene for romance and timeless memories. If you’re planning a wedding, or looking for wedding reception ideas in South Florida, you can fill out the form here, or contact David Wooden [email protected] to set up a tour!

Unique Venue for Your Wedding Ceremony and Reception

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If you are looking for a unique venue for your wedding ceremony and reception, you have found the perfect South Florida location. Known as Ft. Lauderdale’s best kept secret, Bonnet House Museum & Gardens embodies old-world charm and understated elegance. Originally built in 1920, Bonnet House exudes the whimsy and eclectic taste.  Artwork and decorative flourishes can be seen at every turn and the love for nature is evident in the surrounding grounds.

Exquisite Settings for Events of Any Size

Spanning 35 acres, Bonnet House offers a variety of exquisite settings for events of any size, each uniquely beautiful.  Whether you are planning a close and intimate gathering or a grand and lavish affair, Bonnet House Museum & Gardens sets the scene for romance and timeless memories.  Our dramatic spaces, such as the Hibiscus Garden, fountain courtyard, water front veranda, and tree-lined alee all provide memorable possibilities for weddings.  Aside from the exclusive use of Bonnet House property for your wedding, we also provide:

  • Use of the property for photography two hours before ceremony
  • Private use of upstairs bridal suite
  • Personal Bridal Assistant
  • Ceremony and Front Door Hostess
  • Complimentary tram service for guests to be escorted from the parking lot to the main house.
  • Free parking
  • Rehearsal and Ceremony coordination
  • Ceremony microphone and speakers
  • Two hours for set up and one hour for clean up

Bonnet House is a unique venue for your wedding ceremony and reception and was awarded Wedding Wire Couple’s Choice Award. The Estate is shown by appointment only. For additional rental information, please visit our estate rental page or contact David Woodin, Events Manager at 954-703-2608 or [email protected]