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Reception
$8,995 starting price
Ceremony
$1,000 starting price
Reception
$8,995 starting price
Ceremony
$500 starting price
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Thank you for your interest in Santa Fe River Ranch. SFRR is the most unique and versatile outdoor venue in north central Florida. It offers multiple breathtaking ceremony sites, covered and uncovered, to provide you with a wide variety of options. Setting Santa Fe River Ranch apart from the rest is our beautiful reception area that features flowing drapes, a large chandelier, a balcony and spiral staircases, and, most importantly, air conditioning and heat. Additionally, our vintage bridal lodge is included the entire day of your wedding.

A professional wedding coordinator is also included for the day to help keep your timeline running smoothly so your special day is stress free.

Another unique feature is that we do just one wedding per week. This allows you access for a rehearsal on Friday for a Saturday event. You will also have access all day Saturday and Sunday to return to the ranch and gather your personal items so that you don’t have to rush to collect them the night of your wedding or event. This makes for a much more relaxing experience.

Enter through our timeless and elegant open air pole barn, with a large wraparound bar. Each side of the barn features built in high tops and seating and brick patio courtyards with a fire spiral staircases, and wagon wheel chandeliers to light up the loft. It is fully air conditioned and heated.

We have a timeless lodge that is included for the bride and bridesmaids to get ready the day of the wedding. The lodge has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths and is available for overnight stays for an additional charge. We also have a guest house that can also accommodate 8 guests and we work closely with local hotels as close as 5 miles away. It has a patio with a built in fireplace and overhead café lights.

For your ceremony you may choose between white chairs for a more traditional look or brown benches for a more rustic look. Both of these options are included for up to 300 guests. Other beautiful décor options for the ceremony that can be rented at an additional cost include a white or brown wall with double doors to keep the bride hidden until the moment she walks down the aisle. We also have chandelier options that we can hang from the tree to really make a statement. For your reception, tables and chairs are included for up to 300 guests. Upgrade options such as Chiavari chairs and farm tables are available to take your reception to the next level. Ranch staff does all the heavy lifting for you, setting up tables and chairs per your specifications.

Worried about rain? Don’t! SFRR is the only outdoor-style venue in the area that has a covered ceremony option. This is so important in Florida because of the possibility of inclement weather. SFRR does not provide a caterer, leaving you with the freedom to select any type of caterer you might wish to use. You may stock your own bar, but we require you to hire an insured bartender to serve. We have a great vendor list to help you with the few things we don’t provide.

We will provide you with unmatched service for your big day. A team of staff work your event, parking guests and providing transportation for guests to your ceremony site, and tending to anything that might arise. We work diligently to help make sure your day is as perfect as it can possibly be.

Our prices include our facility and many of the amenities listed above. To save your date, a $1,000 deposit is required, with the balance not due until 3 weeks prior to the wedding or event. We want to ensure you have a wonderful experience and we make every effort to make sure you and your guests have a day and night to remember. There are other barn venues that claim to be the best. We believe our experience and reputation are one of a kind. Santa Fe River Ranch was voted Best Wedding and Event Venue in Alachua County for 3 consecutive years. Santa Fe River Ranch is a “must see” for your event. Call and schedule a visit. You’ll see the difference!

The pole barn is decorated with curtains, café lights, chandeliers, lanterns, and other lighting that really makes the place magical at night. Attached to the pole barn is our enclosed reception facility. The reception area is incredibly elegant and decorated with flowing drapes, a large chandelier, lighting on the loft railing and please check our calendar for available dates. Please call for additional information or to schedule a tour. Complete wedding packages also available.

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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?

$8,995

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

$8,995

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

Yes

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

$1,000

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

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Transportation

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors

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)
Open Bar
Signature Drink

What event items are available?

Centerpieces
Chairs
Decor
Drapery
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
September
December
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5.0 out of 5 rating
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  • Professionalism
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    4.9 out of 5 rating
96% Recommended by couples
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Santa Fe River Ranch is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for weddings. The venue is described as stress-free and stunning, with beautiful scenery and a rustic but elegant barn feel. The staff, including the coordinators, photographers, and owners, are praised for their helpfulness, professionalism, and going above and beyond to make the day perfect. The all-inclusive package and flexibility of the venue, including the option to stay on-site, are also commended. Overall, customers highly recommend Santa Fe River Ranch for a stress-free and beautiful wedding experience.

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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.

Santa Fe River Ranch is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for weddings. The venue is described as stress-free and stunning, with beautiful scenery and a rustic but elegant barn feel. The staff, including the coordinators, photographers, and owners, are praised for their helpfulness, professionalism, and going above and beyond to make the day perfect. The all-inclusive package and flexibility of the venue, including the option to stay on-site, are also commended. Overall, customers highly recommend Santa Fe River Ranch for a stress-free and beautiful wedding experience.

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Taylor M. Sent on 01/24/2024
4.6 out of 5 rating

I can't recommend SFRR enough.

Between the amazing coordination and beautiful property, I can't recommend this venue enough. My day-of coordinator was amazing and everything went off without a hitch. It is a gorgeous and stress-free place to get married.
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Dagni C. Sent on 02/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Simple the BEST!

SFRR made everything so easy and seamless! They were with us every step of the way. I HIGHLY recommend them to anyone! :)
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Corey M. Sent on 11/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best Venue, hands down

Santa Fe River Ranch is definitely the place to go to if you want a charming venue and an even more charming staff. We could not be happier with their willingness to make our day so special. We were concerned, like most couples, about how the events of the day would go. But we shouldn't have been concerned at all. Our coordinator, Susan, operated and directed her staff extremely efficiently. Communication is key to any operation, and the entire staff here executed that perfectly. Two weeks after the wedding, we are still getting huge compliments for our wedding, and that is all thanks to SFRR. Huge shoutout to Jake and Jenn Hitchcock, Susan Emerson (best wedding coordinator ever) and Sam Ward & Candice Hildebrandt (best photographers). Thank you all for your help in making our day fantastic!

P.S. My advice to any couple that gets married here, use Sam Ward for your photos. She knows the property better than anyone, and she captures the perfect moments.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner

Team

Jen Hitchcock
Jen Hitchcock
Marketing Director and Event Manager

Hi! I am Jen and who you will most likely be emailing! I work with our brides to set up meetings, work on vendor coordination and help design their wedding.

Looking forward to working with you soon!

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Santa Fe River Ranch frequently asked questions

Santa Fe River Ranch includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
  • Transportation
The space offered by Santa Fe River Ranch for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Historic Building
Santa Fe River Ranch offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Santa Fe River Ranch offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Santa Fe River Ranch offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
Santa Fe River Ranch offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
Santa Fe River Ranch 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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