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Located in Sarasota, Florida, the Powel Crosley Estate is a stunning venue to host weddings and other special events. Couples can exchange vows on the waterfront at the historic, Mediterranean-style venue conveniently located between Bradenton and Sarasota. This historic 1920s-era estate will make a graceful and romantic backdrop for your wedding. The unique and vintage architecture of this venue creates idyllic wedding memories and photographs of your special day. The Crosley Estate was built in 1929 by Powel Crosley, a well-known inventor and entrepreneur. The venue operated as a winter home for the Crosley family, known by name as Sea Gate. As described by the venue, it is representative of “Florida’s Mediterranean Revival Architecture.” The outdoor surroundings offer the natural beauty of the locale, including an expansive view of Sarasota Bay and surrounding greenery.

Facilities and Capacity

You and your guests can enjoy multiple spaces across the Crosley Estate. First-floor rooms included with every rental of this property include the Great Room, Library, Dining Room, Breakfast Nook, restroom and First Floor Guest Suite. Second-floor spaces included in every rental are the restrooms, Balcony, Ship Room, Bayside Room and Second Floor Guest Suite. The Crosley Estate also offers outdoor spaces, including the Patio and Loggia, Bayside Pavilion and Bayside Lawn. The numerous choices for gathering ensure you will find the perfect fit for a ceremony or reception at this unique venue. This venue can host up to 800 guests and allows plenty of space for dining and dancing.

Services Offered

Celebrate your engagement party, bridal shower, ceremony or reception at the Crosley Estate. The team takes pride in their ability to deliver exceptional experiences for intimate wedding events. Their commitment to making meaningful memories extends to their hospitality. The Crosley Estate works with six local caterers for in-house food and beverage services including alcohol and bar service. You can bring in the wedding planner of your choice to the preparation process. In addition to our standard rental services, this venue is also available for photoshoots, elopements, and ceremony only rentals.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes

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

$4,500

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

$4,500

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

No

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

$450

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

$450

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Parking
Tables

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

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

10

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Mansion
Waterfront

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?

Get Ready Rooms
Pet Friendly

What event items are available?

Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

June
July
August

Reviews of Powel Crosley Estate

vandafriedman
Test Sent on 05/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

LOVE this venue!!

My husband and I just got married at Powel Crosley at the end of April and it was perfect! Our guests still can't stop raving at how beautiful of a venue it really is. We worked with JoAnna and Olivia throughout our wedding planning process and they were easy to work with and friendly. We love Powel Crosley and are so glad that this is where we got married!
A
Annie Sent on 06/14/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Review

Absolutely stunning venue! We are so happy we had our special day here.
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Kayla Sent on 04/20/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning venue!

We got married here and it was the absolute best decision we made! This place is just STUNNING!! The photos do not do this place justice. When I saw it for the first time in person at my rehearsal I was just in awe! I fell in love with this place the second we got there. It is the most beautiful venue I have ever seen and it truly felt like a "fairytale wedding" The views are gorgeous, the grounds are gorgeous, and we had an amazing sunset the evening of our wedding. We will never forget this place and our wedding here was truly a dream come true!
Olivia
Olivia Sent on 04/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect venue!!

Our wedding day was perfect!!!
Megan
Megan Sent on 10/30/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Everyone loved the place and the spectacular view!

The place is drop dead gorgeous and perfect for the Exactly the wedding we wanted!! We just loved the beautiful views during ceremony and the pictures inside the venue are breathe taking!!
Krystin
Krystin Sent on 06/15/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful & helpful

So happy I chose this venue for our wedding! It was beautiful and everyone was very courteous and kind. Very communicative during all the Covid rules changing constantly. The staff breaking everything down stopped what they were doing to help my mom find her phone she lost. They even were walking on the lawn looking in the grass in the dark.
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Caty Sent on 05/24/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Fairytale wedding

The Powel estate helped us create our fairy tale wedding. We immediately fell in love with this venue and I’m SO glad we chose it! Joanna was wonderful to work with and she was so prompt with replies and flexibility once we had to move our date. Brides you HAVE to at least tour this place when looking at venues.
Robin
Robin Sent on 05/01/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic!

Powel Crosley Estate is a one of a kind wedding venue. Nestled on a private lot on Sarasota Bay, it’s a perfect wedding setting! JoAnna and her staff were a pleasure to work with. Our daughter’s wedding evening there even included a visit from a mama and baby manatee. Multiple guests commented on the beauty of this venue:) Highly recommend!
Allie
Allie Sent on 04/01/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect setting for the most elegant wedding

We had our wedding at Powel Crosley last week and it was absolutely perfect! JoAnna was super helpful during the planning process as well as the on-site staff the day off. We rented extra hours so that the bridal party could get ready there and between the bridal suite and the library there was plenty of room for my large bridal party to hang out (9 bridesmaids, 3 flower girls, 2 mothers). The scenery is amazing and makes for the most elegant photos. The estate speaks for itself and our guests could not stop commenting on how beautiful it was. We lucked out with perfect weather. Highly recommend this venue!
Kristen
Kristen Sent on 02/24/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!!!!!!

My husband and I had our wedding on January 31st 2021 and everything was just as perfect as we imagined. All the onsite staff was super helpful and we were absolutely blown away about how beautiful the venue was. JoAnna was so amazing and always fast with responses, helping with any question my mom and I had and overall a huge blessing to be working with. I highly suggest booking your wedding at The Powel Crosley Estate
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