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Best Wedding Venue Tallahassee: Lewiswood Farm

Annette McGuffey

Apr 22, 2019
2 min

Best Wedding Venue Tallahassee: Lewiswood Farm

The Story Lewiswood Farm, a functioning tree farm, wildlife habitat and firewood processing operation. Owned and operated by Debra and John Lewis. The story of this barn raising is amazing. John, who was one of twelve children, was raised in Woodville on a farm and Debra was raised nearby on a plantation. The country life is all these two have ever known! Their life long goal has been to improve the land yet preserve a natural habitat for the many species of wildlife locate

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Annette McGuffey

Sep 26, 2016
2 min

What Your Wedding Dress Says About You

Arguably, one of the most special and important moments in any woman's life is when she finally finds her perfect wedding dress. It is something that most people have been dreaming about since they were little girls. So once the search for the dress of your dreams is over, it's time to evaluate what your selection may say about what kind of bride you will be for your special day. Here are a few types of wedding dresses and what they say about you: A-Line – You’re traditional,

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Top 10 Cut the Cake Songs Wedding Tallahasee

Annette McGuffey

Aug 7, 2016
1 min

Top 10 Cut the Cake Songs Wedding Tallahasee

Cutting the cake dates back to early Rome when it was traditional to "break the cake" over the brides head. This symbolized fertility and the beginning of power of the groom over the bride. In medieval England the cakes were made of un-sweeten bread and stacked in a tall pile. The bride and groom would kiss over the top of the cake. If they were successful this symbolized good fortune and many children. Today when a couple cuts the cake it is the first act they do together as

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Best Wedding Venues in (and Around) Tallahassee: Honey Lake Resort

Annette McGuffey

Feb 5, 2016
1 min

Best Wedding Venues in (and Around) Tallahassee: Honey Lake Resort

Recently reopened in 2016, Honey Lake Resort is perfect for your large plantation style wedding. With just under 5000 acres of beautiful land, indoor and outdoor accommodations, Honey Lake is ideal for both wedding ceremonies and receptions. Honey Lake Church, situated picturesquely on the edge of a large lake on the property, boasts and oldest stained glass windows in Florida and is convenient to multiple reception spaces that are bound to tickle your fancy. The Cottages and

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Best Wedding Venues in (and Around) Tallahassee: The Pearl Hotel

Annette McGuffey

Feb 4, 2016
1 min

Best Wedding Venues in (and Around) Tallahassee: The Pearl Hotel

Looking for a beach wedding venue within driving distance of Tallahassee? The pearl Hotel in Rosemary Beach Florida offers stunning Gulf Coast views of the ocean and lavish wedding facilities. The cozy hotel with its European feel and proximity to the beach is ideal for more intimate weddings of less than 150 people. Named “Best New Hotel in the Word” in 2014, the Pearl has the option to rent the hotel exclusively for the weekend of your wedding. Your guests can stay in in th

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Best Wedding Venues In Tallahassee: Shiloh Farm Chapel and Barn

Annette McGuffey

Jan 28, 2016
1 min

Best Wedding Venues In Tallahassee: Shiloh Farm Chapel and Barn

Shiloh Farm, Chapel and Barn is a 65-acre property of open fields and beautiful rustic structures perfect for a large southern wedding. Built in early 1800, and acquired by Susanne Miller in the 90’s, Shiloh Farm has been restored to its former glory as an equestrian show farm for all to enjoy. The property boasts plenty of room for tents and parking. The “Grand Ol' Barn” can easily accommodate a few hundred guests with plenty of indoor and outdoor space to mingle on the porc

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Best Wedding Venues In Tallahassee: Bradley's Retreat

Annette McGuffey

Jan 28, 2016
1 min

Best Wedding Venues In Tallahassee: Bradley's Retreat

One of our favorites! The retreat at Bradley’s pond is a beautiful secluded venue with capacity for both indoor and outdoor celebrations. Located directly across from the historic Bradley’s Country Store built in 1927, the property was added to the National Register of Historic Places in April 1984. Ideal for intimate weddings, the retreat accommodates events seven days a week. The 5,000-square foot heated and cooled building, includes a bride's room for pre-ceremony use and

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Best Wedding Venues in Tallahassee: Southwood House & Cottages

Annette McGuffey

Jan 26, 2016
2 min

Best Wedding Venues in Tallahassee: Southwood House & Cottages

Placed amid a stunning golf course, The Southwood House and cottages offers you and your guests an extraordinary setting for your special event. Rich in history and originally built in 1865 the Southwood House is newly restored to resemble its original and elegant historical appearance. Southwood Plantation started as a large cotton plantation, owned by George Taliafero Ward. The original mansion built in 1865 was destroyed by fire, but in 1939, George Henderson, grandson of

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Best Wedding Venues in Tallahassee: Pebble Hill Plantation

Annette McGuffey

Jan 26, 2016
2 min

Best Wedding Venues in Tallahassee: Pebble Hill Plantation

Pebble Hill Plantation incorporates the grandeur of an older time and the draw of rich history into your special day. The land, Purchased in 1825 by Thomas Jefferson Johnson started as a cotton plantation and later gained popularity as a hunting plantation. The beautiful house that currently stands on the grounds was constructed in 1936 by Cleveland architect Abram Garfield, commissioned by Kate Hanna Ireland. Upon Kate’s death, the property was passed to her daughter Elisabe

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Best Wedding Venues in Tallahassee: Mission San Luis

Annette McGuffey

Jan 3, 2016
2 min

Best Wedding Venues in Tallahassee: Mission San Luis

A little history on San Luis gathered from Mission San Luis Website. Mission San Luis was primary resident for the Apalachees from 1656-1704 and was the Spaniards' capital for miliatry, religious and administrative functions. The misson became a historial landmark in 1960 and today it is the only reconstructed Spamish mission in Florida. Mission San Luis' banquet hall is 4000 sqaure feet and will accommodate 250 seated guest. The out door courtyard is 3,000 square feet and

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Best Wedding Venues in Tallahassee: Goodwood

Annette McGuffey

Dec 17, 2015
2 min

Best Wedding Venues in Tallahassee: Goodwood

Your church may be your first choice for your wedding day. However with the expanse of the large oak trees and rolling hills in Tallahassee there are so many great outdoor venues. How do you know which would be the best? Each Week we will feature a new Wedding Venue some of Tallahassee's favorites. Goodwood located under majestic oaks this venue has awesome southern charm. With several wedding sites across the grounds and and the beautiful carriage house for the reception. F

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