Affordable Wedding Venues in St. James City, FL

Affordable Wedding Venues in St. James City, FL

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2 Wedding Venues in St. James City, FL

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Available on July 18, 2026
The Residence Inn Fort Myers Sanibel 
Fort Myers, FL
  • Up to 60 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $1,500

Congratulations to the future bride and groom! This is such an exciting time! At the Residence Inn, we offer two beautiful options for your ceremony: an outdoor setting or our Sanibel Room, which features stunning barn doors as a backdrop. After the ceremony, you and your guests can take a short 5-minute drive to Bunch Beach for wonderful beach photos. We will then escort your guests to our Gulf Coast Room, where we'll begin serving cocktails, beverages, and hors d'oeuvres. Our knowledgeable staff will be available every step of the way to help create your very special day. We have a variety of event package options to suit your individual tastes and budget. I look forward to discussing these options with you to provide the perfect menu for your event. Outside catering is allowed, and if your family and friends would like to cook for your special day, that is an option as well. Please note that there is a small outside catering fee.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Multiple event spaces
  • Caters to out-of-town guests
  • Pets can join the celebration

Venue considerations

  • Does not have a dance floor
  • Couple must handle cleanup and setup
  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
River Hall Country Club 
Alva, FL
  • Up to 150 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $1,000

Your dream comes alive in all its splendor when you host your wedding at River Hall. Our lavishly appointed grounds and finely appointed clubhouse, along with spectacular service from our staff combine to create the perfect backdrop for the perfect day. Your wedding is an experience that will create lasting memories for you, your family, and all your guests who attend. That’s why we work closely with you or your wedding planner to ensure every detail is just the way you want it to be. The result? An extraordinary experience full of special moments. From the grand entranceway into the banquet room to the exquisite details of our table service and impeccable staff, the event is sure to leave a lasting impression on all your honored guests.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides event staff
  • Dressing room available
  • Has an energetic and exciting atmosphere

Venue considerations

  • Lighting and sound are not included
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Does not allow pets

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About wedding venues in St. James City, FL

Florida's wedding venues give you access to everything from breathtaking coastal views to enchanting garden paradises. With 1,350 miles of coastline, historic estates and tropical gardens at your fingertips, the Sunshine State transforms your ceremony from an intimate gathering into a truly grand celebration.

Why Consider Florida for Your Wedding?

Florida's diverse landscapes create exceptional backdrops for your special day. Paradise Cove in Orlando offers waterfront settings with lush gardens and even provides a private boat shuttle for you and your guests, accommodating up to 300 people. Bakers Ranch near Tampa delivers all-inclusive packages with touches of Southern elegance that make planning easier. Most couples start their venue search about 13 months before their wedding date, with November being the busiest month for inquiries.

How Much Do Florida Wedding Venues Cost?

Your wedding budget in Florida typically scales with guest count:

  • 50 guests: $19,395
  • 100 guests: $32,141
  • 150 guests: $44,126
  • 200 guests: $54,841
  • 250 guests: $65,555
  • 300 guests: $76,270

You'll find the average venue costs around $7,110 which represents 16% of your total wedding budget. This typically ranges from $6,400 to $7,800 - actually coming in below the national benchmark of $6,500-$12,000 where venues usually eat up 25% of total costs.

Where Are Florida's Most Accessible Wedding Venues?

Paradise Cove gives you wheelchair-friendly spaces throughout the entire property. If oceanfront views matter to you, Crowne Plaza Melbourne Oceanfront provides accessible spaces with beautiful beachside ceremony options and covered reception areas that accommodate groups from 10 to 250 guests. Bakers Ranch can host your celebration whether you're planning for 50 or 200 guests and comes with comprehensive amenities.

Which Florida Venues Offer Exceptional Remote Experiences?

Little Palm Island Resort in the Florida Keys creates unique virtual experiences with live chats and message boards so your remote guests feel included. Hawks Cay Resort in Marathon offers virtual tours and interactive messaging platforms that bring everyone together. SunQuest Cruises in Miramar Beach gives you 360-degree video capabilities for truly immersive experiences while Bakers Ranch incorporates virtual reality letting remote attendees "walk through" the venue just like they were there.

What Culinary Experiences Stand Out at Florida Wedding Venues?

You'll find Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort showcasing key lime marinated Gulf shrimp and NY strip steak with cracked mustard demi-glaze. The Gulf on Okaloosa Island offers custom-crafted menus paired with gorgeous seaside views. For true luxury The Villa Casa Casuarina formerly owned by Gianni Versace provides upscale dining through Gianni's at the Villa. The Reef Restaurant in St. Augustine features beachfront seafood options while Chops Lobster Bar in Boca Raton delivers exceptional steakhouse service for your reception.

How Should You Plan Around Florida's Weather?

Florida's climate means you need to consider hurricane season running from June through November. Look for venues with covered outdoor areas that maintain aesthetic appeal during sudden rain showers. Properties with climate-controlled indoor spaces offer seamless transitions when weather changes unexpectedly so your celebration continues without interruption.

From South Florida's luxurious settings to Central Florida's natural beauty and the Keys' intimate waterfront venues Florida transforms your wedding dreams into lifelong memories. You'll find diverse options for every vision and budget making it easier to create the perfect celebration that truly represents you as a couple.

Florida's wedding venues give you access to everything from breathtaking coastal views to enchanting garden paradises. With 1,350 miles of coastline, historic estates and tropical gardens at your fingertips, the Sunshine State transforms your ceremony from an intimate gathering into a truly grand celebration.

Why Consider Florida for Your Wedding?

Florida's diverse landscapes create exceptional backdrops for your special day. Paradise Cove in Orlando offers waterfront settings with lush gardens and even provides a private boat shuttle for you and your guests, accommodating up to 300 people. Bakers Ranch near Tampa delivers all-inclusive packages with touches of Southern elegance that make planning easier. Most couples start their venue search about 13 months before their wedding date, with November being the busiest month for inquiries.

How Much Do Florida Wedding Venues Cost?

Your wedding budget in Florida typically scales with guest count:

  • 50 guests: $19,395
  • 100 guests: $32,141
  • 150 guests: $44,126
  • 200 guests: $54,841
  • 250 guests: $65,555
  • 300 guests: $76,270

You'll find the average venue costs around $7,110 which represents 16% of your total wedding budget. This typically ranges from $6,400 to $7,800 - actually coming in below the national benchmark of $6,500-$12,000 where venues usually eat up 25% of total costs.

Where Are Florida's Most Accessible Wedding Venues?

Paradise Cove gives you wheelchair-friendly spaces throughout the entire property. If oceanfront views matter to you, Crowne Plaza Melbourne Oceanfront provides accessible spaces with beautiful beachside ceremony options and covered reception areas that accommodate groups from 10 to 250 guests. Bakers Ranch can host your celebration whether you're planning for 50 or 200 guests and comes with comprehensive amenities.

Which Florida Venues Offer Exceptional Remote Experiences?

Little Palm Island Resort in the Florida Keys creates unique virtual experiences with live chats and message boards so your remote guests feel included. Hawks Cay Resort in Marathon offers virtual tours and interactive messaging platforms that bring everyone together. SunQuest Cruises in Miramar Beach gives you 360-degree video capabilities for truly immersive experiences while Bakers Ranch incorporates virtual reality letting remote attendees "walk through" the venue just like they were there.

What Culinary Experiences Stand Out at Florida Wedding Venues?

You'll find Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort showcasing key lime marinated Gulf shrimp and NY strip steak with cracked mustard demi-glaze. The Gulf on Okaloosa Island offers custom-crafted menus paired with gorgeous seaside views. For true luxury The Villa Casa Casuarina formerly owned by Gianni Versace provides upscale dining through Gianni's at the Villa. The Reef Restaurant in St. Augustine features beachfront seafood options while Chops Lobster Bar in Boca Raton delivers exceptional steakhouse service for your reception.

How Should You Plan Around Florida's Weather?

Florida's climate means you need to consider hurricane season running from June through November. Look for venues with covered outdoor areas that maintain aesthetic appeal during sudden rain showers. Properties with climate-controlled indoor spaces offer seamless transitions when weather changes unexpectedly so your celebration continues without interruption.

From South Florida's luxurious settings to Central Florida's natural beauty and the Keys' intimate waterfront venues Florida transforms your wedding dreams into lifelong memories. You'll find diverse options for every vision and budget making it easier to create the perfect celebration that truly represents you as a couple.

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