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Lindsay  Cowman
Lindsay Cowman
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Indoor/Outdoor Wedding Venue on Tree Farm w/ Lake!

Paul’s Paradise is a countryside wedding venue situated in Pleasant Plains, Illinois. This stunning 15,000 square foot property is located on a 100-acre tree farm. Surrounded by numerous beautiful trees, this site allows couples and their guests to rejoice in complete harmony. With several indoor and outdoor event spaces to choose from, couples can host their dream wedding at Paul’s Paradise.

It’s like being at a resort without ever having to board a plane.

Facilities and Capacity

For those seeking to make the most of their natural surroundings, this venue offers two large outdoor patios. These stone-based areas are ideal for ceremonies, cocktail parties, and receptions under The Prairie State’s starlit sky. Both patio spaces are complete with chairs, tables, and outdoor furnishings that provide a cozy and comfy touch. Additional outdoor spaces include the stage area. Here, couples can stand and exchange vows at their ceremony or have their live band or DJ entertain their guests at the reception. Inside the venue, there is an expansive ballroom complete with stone walls and a stunning stage area. This space can be used for ceremonies as well as everlasting receptions. Additional facilities at the venue include a catering kitchen, a Buffett room, a mother’s nursing room, a VIP lounge with a private bar and three hair & make-up studios. There's also a complimentary arcade room. All indoor spaces at Paul’s Paradise are heated and air-conditioned.

Services Offered

This venue offers a plethora of wedding packages to ensure that your big day runs as smoothly as possible. These collections provide convenient services such as event setup and breakdown as well as honeymoon options in the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks. You will also be supplied with many event items such as decorative pieces, chairs, tables, linens, and much more. For further convenience, this venue allows you to work with outside vendors such as caterers, photographers, and florists, to help bring your special day to life.

Location

This venue is situated on a a tree farm called Paul Tree Farms. It's located only 10 miles west of Springfield. This tranquil spot provides the advantages of a resort venue without the hustle and bustle of city life. For those traveling, SPI airport is only 15 minutes away.

Pricing information

Starting at $6,000
Couples usually spend $8,000
Ceremony
$6,000 starting price
These prices are available for the months of May through November.

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FAQ

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?

No

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

$6,000

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

$6,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Linens
Parking
Tables

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

80

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1 Large Ballroom

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Resort
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
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?

Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
December

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Reviews of Paul's Paradise

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Paul's Paradise is a highly recommended wedding venue in Central Illinois. Reviewers praise the beautiful and well-designed venue, with many guests stating it is the best venue they have ever seen. The staff, including Sherri and Danny, are described as prompt, knowledgeable, and beyond helpful. The convenient layout, including a bridal suite, wedding patio, photo locations, and reception hall, is also highly appreciated. The sound system, ample space for dancing, and VIP room are additional highlights. Overall, guests are extremely satisfied with their experience at Paul's Paradise and recommend it for weddings and other events.

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Paul's Paradise is a highly recommended wedding venue in Central Illinois. Reviewers praise the beautiful and well-designed venue, with many guests stating it is the best venue they have ever seen. The staff, including Sherri and Danny, are described as prompt, knowledgeable, and beyond helpful. The convenient layout, including a bridal suite, wedding patio, photo locations, and reception hall, is also highly appreciated. The sound system, ample space for dancing, and VIP room are additional highlights. Overall, guests are extremely satisfied with their experience at Paul's Paradise and recommend it for weddings and other events.

Weddingwire
5.0/5 11 reviews
Google
5/5 2 reviews
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Db Sent on 05/31/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you for making her dreams come true!

Our daughter's wedding reception at Paul's Paradise was absolutely wonderful! The venue is beautiful, the staff were incredibly helpful, and the ambiance was truly magical! All of our guests enjoyed the evening immensely!
CHRIS
Chris Sent on 05/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Spectacular Venue/Wonderful People!

First, pictures do not do justice to the beauty, inside and out, of the wedding venue. It is truly first class, and all of the guests were stunned at how amazing it is.
Weddings or events for large crowds would be fabulous inside or out. And if weather turns bad, it doesn't matter because inside is tremendous.
Besides amazing facilities for food and catering, the sound system is outstanding! We were blown away. Plenty of room to dance, great bar, and a VIP room that is over the top. Plus they have a limo you can rent, which we did!
We could not have picked a better place to share our love with friends and family anywhere in central IL.
You will should visit before you choose another location, because you will love Paul's Paradise!
Rebbecca
Rebbecca Sent on 12/18/2021
5 out of 5 rating

FarmMeetsFancy

Our reception was perfect! Sherri and Danny were so accommodating! They responded quickly to any questions we had . The venue was amazing and had everything to make our evening special. The bridal room was perfect for hair and make-up and the children enjoyed the arcade. They even put heaters outside for those wanting some cool night air.
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Awards

11
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
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Lindsay  Cowman
Lindsay Cowman
Event Manager
Brad Cowan
Brad Cowan
Venue Manager

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Paul's Paradise frequently asked questions

Paul's Paradise includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by Paul's Paradise for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Resort
  • Waterfront
Paul's Paradise offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Paul's Paradise offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Paul's Paradise offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Paul's Paradise offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
Paul's Paradise is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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