Just had my wedding here in March and 100% recommend. Heather was very easy to work and communicate with. The venue is so beautiful. From the giant Oak tree outside to the back up option for sub optimal weather to the get ready rooms, cocktail hour space and the main ballroom. The main ballroom is spacious with enough room for a live band and stage. We set up our buffet line outside however would have had room inside. They have pre hung chandeliers and drapery which adds a beautiful touch. The get ready rooms are everything you could wish for! Tons of mirrors for the ladies, a large table to sit around, comfy chairs and a mini fridge. The men has a pool table, comfy sofas and a bar which make getting ready fun! Really couldn't have wished for anything better! read more

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What a hidden gem! The pictures do not do this place justice! Such a beautiful property- I felt like I was in Savannah with all the beautiful oak trees. I had a blast being in my bestie's wedding this weekend and I 1000% understand why she picked this venue! Easy to get to, yet hidden and so peaceful. Property had so many lovely details from the swank bridal and groom suites, to the paver covered patio, to the numerous chandeliers. The acoustics were great for the live band that played, and everyone had tons of room to dance! I really loved the balance of nature vs amenities! read more

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I attended an event at Bowing Oaks this past week and I was impressed. Even though it was raining, the natural beauty of this place still shined through. They had a huge tent setup just outside the main building. And there was an open barn like building a short walk away. I loved the brick paver sidewalks. And in between were huge gorgeous old trees with several benches throughout. It was magical! A great space for a wedding or other special events. The main building had lots of space. There were tables in the center and vendors lining the wall. In front, on stage, was live music with restrooms down the hall. There was a paved parking lot and they offered golf cart rides to your car for those who parked further away. I hope to attend an event here in the future! read more

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What a beautiful place! I would never have known about Bowing Oaks if not for a Florida Theatre-sponsored event. The grounds are immaculate, and the various areas are so well coordinated. I knew when the event stated it was at Bowing Oaks, it was a must-go. The only problem was that it didn't last long enough for me and my friends. It was so enjoyable. I would definitely recommend Bowing Oaks as an event space for small or large-scale events. read more

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Attended this location for a wedding, beautiful place, very charming and the people were very hospitable.

This is a lovely venue. We attended for the Blues, Brews, and Ribs in Sept 2023. The buildings and the outdoor landscaping is a beautiful setting for a birthday, wedding, anniversary, or any big celebration. read more

I attended a wedding at Bowing Oaks Plantation. It was gorgeous yes, but the yoga-pants wearing wedding coordinator was horribly unaccomodating. I felt awful for the bride & groom. Unexpectedly 50 degree rainy windy weather, and Bowing Oaks made no attempt at making the guests comfortable. They held the wedding ceremony under a pergola, with NO propane heaters for what was very unexpected weather for 100 guests. The wedding coordinator then insisted everyone wait outside, in rainy weather, so there could be pictures taken of the tables, instead of capturing them prior to people arriving. Nevermind that all the guests were freezing outside, as rain fell, many guests without winter coats. Clearly, Bowing Oaks cared more about a contract(maybe) than the comfort of individual guests. But word of mouth goes a long way and a few propane heaters would have gone a LONG way to happy attendees, than annoyed guests who were kicked out of the reception hall, where people simply went to escape the wind, rain and cold temps. I know I won't ever hold an event there, nor support any family member in doing so. Unfortunate and disappointing, on so many levels. read more

Bowing Oaks Plantation - Through the windshield, in the rain, as attendees were required to have Cocktails on the patio, with no heaters in 50 degree rainy weather. - Wedding Chapels Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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We came to Bowing Oaks Plantation for a friends elegant rustic country style wedding and had a blast! Bowing Oaks Plantation is located on 5 acres in the historic Bayard area of South Jacksonville, Florida and features the perfect balance of country ambiance and modern elegance for a wedding. There is a large list of event caterers to choose from so there is an ample variety of food styles to match anyones particular tastes. This wedding was catered by Mojo Barbeque who had quite a nice variety of 6 sauces and 3 kinds of barbeque meats. The bartenders and staff were quick, friendly, and knowledgeable. The centerpiece of the property is a 6,000 square foot event venue with the aesthetic look of a country barn but all the modern conveniences for you and your guests. The heated and cooled 3,400 square foot Oak Ballroom can accommodate up to 200 guests with an unparalleled sense of rustic elegance. The barn also features handicap accessible restrooms, two spacious lounge/dressing areas for the wedding party and a large catering kitchen. Bowing Oaks Amenities include: Wrap-Around Porches and Large Patio Area, Two Outdoor Ceremony Sites Surrounded By Beautiful Oak Trees, Two Spacious Dressing Rooms/Lounges For The Wedding Party, Catering Kitchen With Coolers And Oven, Indoor Restroom Facilities, Ample On-Site Parking, Secluded And Private Location, Minutes From I-95, I-295 And 9b In South Jacksonville. Unfortunately, no overnight parking is allowed and the closest hotel to here is 10-20 minutes away. read more

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I came here for a wedding, and I was surprised by how beautiful it was, considering the neighborhood you have to drive through in order to get there. It's almost like a hidden gem that no one knows about yet. They have an outdoor wedding patio with chairs, and a covered barn almost that could be used as well. There is the main barn that is enclosed, with swooping white sheets and three big chandeliers. They have bathrooms, a kitchen, a room for the babies of guests, a room for the wedding party to get ready in, and an outdoor covered porch for the bar and food. They also have a fire pit for cold weather, several rocking chairs for guests to sit in, and a wagon for wedding presents. Overall, I was impressed by the beauty and simplicity of the venue. I'm sure it is going to quickly become one of the most popular wedding venues. read more

We attended a wedding here in February. Absolutely beautiful venue. However, the gnats were terrible as the sun started to set and were biting guests. I understand that the place is in the woods - in Florida - and on a rather warm evening, but they should be better prepared and either spray ahead of time or hang bug-zapping lights. The DJ for the night of the wedding played the incorrect father/daughter dance song and had to stop and replay the correct one. Another thing that turned us off was a sign that said "No overnight parking." The venue should recognize that guests will be drinking alcohol and if decided, people should be able to leave their car safely parked overnight there without being reprimanded. The outside grounds where the ceremony was held was beautiful though. read more

I knew from the first time I saw this venue that it would be the one for us. I am so thankful for everyone at Bowing Oaks, they truly created a magical backdrop to our special day. From the bride and groom getting ready suites, to the huge outdoor patio, spacious covered porch areas, and gorgeous oak tree, everything was perfect. Even though it rained for a few minutes on our day, the covered porch kept everything dry and the patio pavers actually dried up very quickly and were dry by the time cocktail hour started. Bowing Oaks was a dream! We loved the outdoor/indoor spaces so much and were receiving compliments on it all night long. I love the stringed lights outside, they made for a very romantic setting. Bowing Oaks also provided a list of preferred vendors which made the planning process easy and effortless. Heather especially was very professional to work with, she helped with our final walk through in planning all of the little details and table arrangements. They even reduced our price due to not needing the space for the rehearsal or wedding ceremony. The location could not be beat, it was extremely close to our church and hotel where most of our family/friends were staying. Thank you so much for everything! read more

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