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About

Nottoway, located in White Castle, Louisiana, is a wedding venue. It was designed by architect Henry Howard in the Greek Revival and Italianate styles and was completed in 1859. The grounds span 31 acres and contain overnight accommodation, a honeymoon suite with a private pool, and a hair and nail salon. This mansion can host all aspects of your wedding celebration, from the engagement party to the reception. It also welcomes elopements. The estate's main house has undergone various restoration projects to maintain its original appearance in recent years.

Facilities and Capacity

Couples can choose from Nottoway's various event spaces, both indoor and outdoor, for hosting their wedding. The largest area combines Randolph's Ballroom and the Grand Pavilion for an indoor and outdoor reception venue of over 8,000 square feet. The ballroom contains crystal chandeliers and molded columns leading onto a courtyard shared with the pavilion. An open-air tent, the Grand Pavilion is climate-controlled for comfort no matter the weather. It can be decorated extensively to suit the theme of the wedding, from floral arrangements to custom projections.

Meanwhile, the Cypress Ballroom covers 2,457 square feet and is surrounded by old live oak trees. It features floor-to-ceiling windows and chandeliers in a more intimate setting. The White Ballroom can host ceremonies and provide photo opportunities for wedding portraits with its columns and elaborate friezes. This smaller space is frequently used for elopements. A dressing room grants the freedom to prepare for the day.

Services Offered

Nottoway's experienced sales managers will assist couples as they plan their celebrations. Our extensive culinary packages complement the reception and satisfy every guest with most options favoring Cajun or French foods. The bar service can be enhanced to include even more options, including a martini or frozen margarita bar. Guests who opt to stay overnight at the estate can enjoy the outdoor pool and tennis courts to relax and recharge after a lively day.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Historic Building
Hotel

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

Reviews of Nottoway

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Lisa Sent on 07/23/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I recently got married at Nottoway Plantation, and we had the most amazing experience!! Meghan and Lauren, the catering managers, were absolutely fabulous to work with. They took note of every detail and were incredibly organized. They worked with us to find the best package that fit our needs. Even though we worked mainly with Meghan leading up to the event, Lauren handled the day of the wedding and never missed a beat!! I also cannot say enough good things about the event staff. They were so accommodating and really made for a fabulous night! The food was absolutely delicious, and we had several guests compliment it! Finally, the rooms at Nottoway are exquisite. We were very pleased with everything!!
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Haley Sent on 06/19/2008
5 out of 5 rating
Nottoway is perfect if you are looking for a charm, Southern hospitality and a romantic and laid-back setting.

Misty and Amy handled everything and didn't miss and detail. She had the timing down for the whole day and made sure that we didn't worry about a single thing! There was NO stress... I'm not kidding!!

The grounds are so beautiful. Everything is so well kept, they had fresh cut grass and sprayed for mosquitos (very important since it is on the bank of the Mississippi.) Our wedding was outside, but if you choose to have it inside or if it rains (which it almost did for us) the room inside is equally beautiful. It's all white... the daughter's of the old residents used to get married there. There's so much history in the house, it's hard not to fall in love with it!

You won't need to waste money on all those tacky tulle & fake flower decorations either... everything is so naturally beautiful, it speaks for itself. They provide stunning floral arrangements and even coordinate them to your bridal boquet.

Everyone enjoyed the grounds the day of... we all relaxed and sat on the porches and drank wine and people drove over 5 hours to come stay at the plantation! It was nice not having to hire a limo or a bus to transport everyone.

The wedding here was perfect... I wouldn't change one thing about it.
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User2197813 Sent on 06/25/2015
4.8 out of 5 rating
We absolutely loved it! Nottoway was amazing for all their help, efforts and coordination that was provided to us regarding our wedding for the past 8 months. They were SO helpful, and responded very quickly when we had questions regarding even the smallest of items, which we really appreciated during this time. All of our guests absolutely loved the wedding and reception scene! They were so flexible in terms of any changes we needed, or any special food accommodations which was fantastic!
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Hillary Sent on 11/19/2013
4.8 out of 5 rating
I loved Nottoway from the first time I visited. My husband and I have family from AL and MS so we wanted to have a destination wedding not to far from either side. All the other plantations in the Baton Rogue area were beautiful but non had accommodations. For instance, Oak Alley was gorgeous but no where for people to sleep. For my wedding we had blocked off every room/cottage on the grounds, which made everyone close. This was perfect. However, when I started planning my wedding the planner I had decided to quit after a few months. After she quit I had to inform everyone for a second time who I was and all my wedding info. That was the only problem I had. I would recommend this venue, it is beautiful and the people are super friendly:)
Hillary
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Amanda Sent on 03/23/2012
4.3 out of 5 rating
Nottoway is a BEAUTIFUL place to get married or even have your vows renewed. I had a great time there and only wished I had stayed longer. They were all very warm and welcoming to me. Everything the staff had set up for the ceremony went very well. I felt like I had the mansion to myself when we were getting our photos done. I am very pleased, and like I said... only wish it didn't go by so fast!
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User2159034 Sent on 06/02/2015
3.3 out of 5 rating
This venue is gorgeous and I would absolutely use it again, but keep several things in mind. Get your own day of wedding planner!!! Nottoway's packages state you received a bridal attendant - this was not my experience. The wedding department was good to work with during the planning process, but the day of was a disaster. The young blonde lady assigned to be my bridal attendant - I only saw twice, because she ran into me on the property. She was poorly dressed, made very unprofessional comments and was not helpful in any way. I highly recommend nottoway, but strongly suggest you hire your own day of planner. Also, inquire about room avaliabilities, and other events going on the day of your wedding before you sign the contract
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Awards

6

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Crescent City Soul band Crescent City Soul band Wedding Bands

Crescent City Soul loves playing at Nottoway Plantation! Such a beautiful, romantic place for a wedding - it is where I was engaged!

Sara Kelley Photography Sara Kelley Photography Wedding Photographers

One of my favorite places to shoot! The coordinators are top notch and the venue is FLAWLESS. Seriously, if you haven't seen the White Ballroom at Nottoway, you need to see it. Gorgeous!

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Nottoway frequently asked questions

Nottoway includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Nottoway includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Nottoway includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Nottoway for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Historic Building
  • Hotel
Nottoway offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Nottoway offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Nottoway offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Nottoway offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
Nottoway is recommended by 91% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.5 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.7 in value, 4.6 in average response time, 4.5 in quality of service, 4.5 in flexibility and 4.4 in professionalism.

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