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The Retreat at Bradley's Pond is a wedding venue in Tallahassee, Florida. Set beneath Spanish moss and oak trees, this rustic venue offers picturesque views of its surroundings, allowing couples to immerse themselves in love and wonder. This countryside retreat is a haven for couples and their guests to escape the normalities of everyday life. Here, they can gaze at the property's greenery while witnessing the coming together of two families in complete harmony.

Facilities and Capacity

Whether you envision an indoor or outdoor celebration, The Retreat at Bradley's Pond has the facilities to create the wedding setting you've always dreamed of. The large 5,000-square-foot indoor event space can be configured in various ways, making for intimate ceremonies and receptions. Featuring a large brick chimney breast, wooden flooring, and large windows providing vistas of the grounds, couples are granted complete creative access in this expansive area. Moreover, the wrap-around porch can also be used, adding 1,700 square feet of space. Great for sipping cocktails in the summertime, couples and their guests can make the most of The Sunshine State's gorgeous climate. For those dreaming of an outside ceremony, the property's grounds are beautifully maintained for ceremonies and receptions under the stars. The brick pathway elegantly leads to the quaint pergola, where couples can exchange vows and begin the next stage in their lives together. Both indoor and outdoor celebrations can host festivities of over 250 people.

Services Offered

The Retreat at Bradley's Pond provides an array of services and amenities to help your planning process run smoothly. Upon booking, you will receive access to both the indoor and outdoor space, along with indoor and outdoor chairs and tables. The staff at this site will help organize your event space, ensuring that every inch of space is optimized to its full potential.

What You'll Love About The Retreat at Bradley's Pond

The Bradley's Pond team will go above and beyond to ensure your wedding celebration is everything you've always dreamed of. When the big day comes around, they'll work closely with you from start to finish to ensure a seamless festivity. They even assist with the setup and breakdown of decorations, allowing you to sit back, relax, and enjoy your special day.

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FAQ

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?

$2,688

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?

$2,647

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

Bridal Suite
Parking
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1 indoor room/outside area as well

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Farm/Ranch
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Event Rentals
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What event items are available?

Chairs
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

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Reviews of The Retreat at Bradley's Pond

Weddingwire
4.9/5 62 reviews
Google
4.7/5 143 reviews
Halima
Halima Sent on 02/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

If you want a base layer for your venue you’ve come to the right venue!

I loved this venue because it don’t really have a pre-set theme. I didn’t want to get married and a plantation looking place, or a barn, or a country club, or a hotel ball room. I loved how there was room for everything in one place. You have the option for indoor or outdoor (which we planned for an outdoor wedding but we got rained out) Mike and the crew helped us brainstorm on moving the ceremony inside and we saved on the price of the chairs! Such a great blank space inside for your decorator to have creative freedom. We got married on a Thursday so we got a cheaper rate for that as well. I would 100% use this venue again for any other big event that we may have in the future!
Cynthia
Cynthia Sent on 12/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The PERFECT place for our wedding!

This review is long overdue, but we still can’t stop reminiscing about how perfect our wedding at Bradley's Pond was! The venue itself is absolutely stunning, with [highlight key features like picturesque views, expansive space, natural features, etc.], and it created the ideal backdrop for our special day.

The owners and staff were incredible. They went above and beyond to make sure every detail was flawless, and their passion for what they do truly shines through. A fun and heartfelt detail: we later found out that we share our wedding anniversary—April 1st—with the owners of the venue! That special connection made our day feel even more meaningful, knowing how much love and joy they bring to couples like us.

Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how beautiful everything was and how smoothly the day went. From the ceremony to the reception, every moment exceeded our expectations.

If you’re looking for a venue that combines breathtaking beauty, exceptional service, and a touch of heartwarming charm, we can’t recommend this venue enough. Thank you for giving us memories we’ll cherish forever!
Jackie
Jackie Sent on 10/15/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful space

The space was so beautiful with plenty of photo opportunities. The owner was wonderful to work with and was very easy to contact and open to all questions. The pond and the willow trees created such a beautiful setting of our ceremony and the reception was only steps away.
Meghan
Meghan Sent on 05/12/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue

We loved that we could get married at Bradleys Retreat. It has a special place in both of our hearts being Tally Natives. Michael was so wonderful and accommodating, especially when weather had different plans for the day. The venue has a great kitchen that our caterers really appreciated having. The view is so beautiful and the sausage is even better!!
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Katherine Sent on 03/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect!!!

The venue was very romantic and sweet! Beautiful property and NOT at all over priced!! Mike was so kind and helpful it was amazing! We would recommend Bradley’s to everyone!
Sara
Sara Sent on 03/24/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely incredible!

I cannot say enough great things about The Retreat at Bradley's Pond. After researching wedding venue after wedding venue, we met with Michael for a tour and knew this would be the place we got married. All throughout the planning process Michael had fantastic communication and truly went above and beyond. We got married in March (aka pollen season in Florida) and Michael came back back out to the venue just a couple hours before the ceremony began to blow off the chairs to make sure they were clean. Thank you to The Retreat at Bradley's Pond for being so wonderful!
Julia
Julia Sent on 12/30/2020
5 out of 5 rating

The must have venue

The Retreat was such an incredibly beautiful location. The options of indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception was PERFECT. Mike, the owner/manager went above and beyond to ensure that every question and need is answered. They assisted in any need to accommodate during the pandemic to ensure all were safe. We were given incredible access to the venue anytime, to go out and figure out logistics. Truly a venue that lets you be the crazy bride, or in our case, crazy mother, and never judged me. Lol. I loved this location. This family has taken incredible pride in the venue and it really shows. The photos are fantastic.
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Bonnie Sent on 03/20/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Easy to work with.

If you want a beautiful venue where you can bring your own caterer, bartender, servers, etc without having to go with a whole package deal like some locations, then you’ll be delighted with Bradley’s. Mike and Kathy are kind, easy to work with and make time to answer questions and show you around. Bradley’s has tables and chairs on site, a gorgeous kitchen, plenty of stalls in the restroom, white chairs you can rent out for the ceremony itself for a very reasonable fee, a room to get ready or stash the bride in while guests arrive and best of all, an absolutely picturesque environment. Outside is a lovely pond, an archway and a beautiful wraparound porch that’s perfect for the cocktail hour or to escape the hustle and bustle for a few minutes. The inside space can fit quite a good number of guests, and the tables and chairs are of nice quality. Our photographs turned out beautifully against the gorgeous, natural landscape.
Savannah
Savannah Sent on 12/06/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Experience

I had loved Bradley's since I was young, and I was always enchanted by the large wrap-around porch, the view of the lake, the trees surrounding the property, the large stone fireplace, and the way the place seem to show so warmly in evening light. As soon as my now husband and I saw it, we agreed this was the place for us. Not to mention, Bradley's is the most accommodating, and offered us the absolute most while charging less than anywhere else we had looked. You cannot beat their services and their prices.
Sharon
Sharon Sent on 08/10/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue

My husband and I chose The Retreat at Bradley's Pond to host our cocktail hour and wedding reception. The pond and the lawn were beautiful backdrops for photos. The cocktail hour was hosted outside with the bar and food near the pergola; typically used as the ceremony location. We had plenty of room for outdoor games on the lawn. The indoor reception space was a perfect canvas for my wedding planner to transform the room into my vision of a romantic garden.
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I love photographing weddings at The Retreat at Bradley's Pond! Their staff is friendly and helpful and the space is perfect for outdoor weddings because there is a backup plan for if it rains. The pond is always the focus point for couples when choosing the venue but as a photographer, I'm in the love with the gorgeous trees and colors around the ground that make for perfect wedding pictures. The room indoors is perfect for a simple wedding but is also perfect for elaborate designs. I've photographed both styles and love them equally inside of Bradley's. I always encourage couples to reach out to Amplify Entertainment because they are the best in town but especially in a venue like Bradley's where custom lighting can literally transform the room. I would definitely schedule a tour and consider them for your perfect wedding venue!

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What a serene location to tie the knot! Bradley's has a beautiful outdoor spot for your ceremony, and their huge banquet room is the perfect blank canvas for your reception. It feels like you're a lot further out of town than you really are! Kick back and relax!

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The Retreat at Bradley's Pond frequently asked questions

The Retreat at Bradley's Pond includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by The Retreat at Bradley's Pond for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Waterfront
The Retreat at Bradley's Pond offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Retreat at Bradley's Pond offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Retreat at Bradley's Pond offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Event Rentals
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Retreat at Bradley's Pond offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Tables
The Retreat at Bradley's Pond is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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