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Reception
$9,000 starting price
Reception
$6,000 starting price
These prices are available for the months of October through April. These prices are available for the months of May through September.

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Introduction

Our beautiful 2 story lakeside lodge was built in 1925. The Italian inspired architecture and stunning views have made it a popular vacation spot for the elite and famous in the past. Now an exclusive hire venue, it has been tastefully renovated to complement the original cypress ceilings, grand staircases, and period chandeliers throughout.

With an indoor capacity of 150 guests in the ballroom, or outdoor capacity of 200 guests either in the courtyard or on the lawn overlooking the lake, Bella Cosa is the perfect space to cater to all your requirements.

We have one, or two-day venue rental packages available, with optional on-site accommodation in our 11 guest suites for up to 30-32 people. Not to mention a dedicated “getting ready room” providing the perfect space to prepare for your big day.

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

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

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$9,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$6,000

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

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Historic Building
Mansion
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Catering Services
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What event items are available?

Chairs
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
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Reviews of Bella Cosa

4.8 out of 5 rating
4.8 out of 5 rating
22 Reviews
96% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.8 out of 5 rating
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Bella Cosa Lakeside is highly praised by reviewers for its stunning, elegant venue and helpful staff. The staff, including Caitlyn and Sam, received accolades for their prompt responses and professionalism throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. Reviewers appreciated the beautiful scenery, variety of spaces for different wedding activities, and the option to book packages that include accommodations. Despite a minor hiccup with transportation options, Bella Cosa left a lasting positive impression on guests and made weddings truly memorable experiences.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Bella Cosa Lakeside is highly praised by reviewers for its stunning, elegant venue and helpful staff. The staff, including Caitlyn and Sam, received accolades for their prompt responses and professionalism throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. Reviewers appreciated the beautiful scenery, variety of spaces for different wedding activities, and the option to book packages that include accommodations. Despite a minor hiccup with transportation options, Bella Cosa left a lasting positive impression on guests and made weddings truly memorable experiences.

Heather
Heather R. Sent on 02/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wouldn't have dreamed of anywhere else

When we first started looking at wedding venues I'd told my now-husband that I wasn't into the rustic vibe. When he first suggested touring Bella Cosa I was a little bit skeptical - but by the end of the tour I knew it was the place for us. It's just such a beautiful and elegant venue and there's so many different rooms and spots that make this place shine. Prospective brides, PLEASE do yourselves a favor and use as much of the venue space as you can, don't just limit yourself to the lawn or dining hall!

We've gotten so many compliments on how beautiful the spot was and I wouldn't dream of having done our wedding anywhere else.

The staff was so helpful and supportive and answered so many late-night questions from me with professionalism and promptness (and I had a lot of burning Sunday-at-2am questions -- sorry guys!). Right down to having a plan B in case of bad weather and a very clear decision making process that outlined when and how to make that call, though fortunately we evaded the rain by just a few hours.

The space is incredible and the staff is amazing. Thank you. I can't wait to get the rest of our photos back.
S
Sirius L. Sent on 10/15/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Fantastic

Thank you for making our special day a wonderful experience. Marc, Shelby's and Rubin did an outstanding job at Bella Cosa today, the setting was breathtakingly beautiful and the care and attention taken to ensure our day ran smoothly was absolutely fantastic. Thank you beautiful Bella Cosa, you truly helped to bring our wedding day celebration to life. Every moment of the day was wonderful and will be treasured.
Annie
Annie H. Sent on 05/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Hidden gem in Central Florida

Bella Cosa was a no brainer as soon as I saw it. Being in central Florida, most venues are barns, which are fine...just not my style. I have always been drawn to more European style weddings and Bella Cosa provides EXACTLY that. The staff was so helpful and I love that they actually sent regular check-in emails in the months leading up to the wedding. They answered all of my questions in a very timely manner. I even had a minor complaint in the planning process (I'll get to that later), but they handled it with grace and made me feel validated in my concern. We booked one of the packages that allowed us to stay the weekend, which is ABSOLUTE MUST, especially if you have lots of out of towners. Everyone was blown away by the venue and how gorgeous it was. Our guests the day of said the same thing. One of my friends said I absolutely outdid myself with the wedding (and they knew me as the wedding obsessed girl who has been planning her wedding since college), and Bella Cosa was a big part of that. The one downside to the venue is that it is in a pretty remote location, and doesn't really make traveling there easy if you aren't driving (which a few of my friends didn't). The complaint I referenced earlier was finding out that rideshares are not really a thing there, even though when I first toured the venue the staff member who gave the tour said it wasn't an issue. However, that may have been an error on her part only, because later on when I double checked, they did say that rideshares weren't reliable. That being said, it was a very small hiccup. Besides that, I have nothing but good things to say and Caitlyn, the venue coordinator the day of, was a huge help. Thank you so much to Bella Cosa for making our dream come true!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner

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Bella Cosa frequently asked questions

Bella Cosa includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Bella Cosa for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Historic Building
  • Mansion
  • Waterfront
Bella Cosa offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Bella Cosa offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Bella Cosa offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Catering Services
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Bella Cosa offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Bella Cosa is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.8 in professionalism and 4.7 in value.

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