This event space seems pretty cool. We visited for an Edgar Allen Poe speakeasy event and had a…read morereally great time!

I see my initial review was done almost ten years ago, so it is time for an update. We had the good…read morefortune to attend the Edgar Allen Poe Speakeasy event here and was super impressed with the show and the venue. The Mezz is a large venue hall that is suitable for all kinds of events, public and private. It looks great inside and the staff make it run very smoothly. Always enjoy coming here.

We had our wedding reception here in October 2022…read more Pros: - the venue is beautiful - the food wait staff were friendly and helpful Cons: - we found a snake in the venue while setting up and had to trap and release it outside ourselves - we were up sold on a bunch of tv/display screens ($1,000+) but they didn't function properly and ruined our grand entrance. They refused to refund us for this. We didn't even get much support for the set up of the screen. The tech they sent didn't speak English so we couldn't even communicate what the problems were to them. - The venue is grossly over priced ($18k+ for 5pm-11pm) - Josephine, the owner or operator of the business, was not communicative. We asked her to confirm things multiple times well before the reception and heard very little to nothing back so we had to hope she was going to deliver. She was rude and dismissive at times to my family members and wedding planner. - we ended up having to put together much of the decorations ourselves even though we paid for the staffing Overall, we did the best we could with what we had to enjoy our special night. But we would not recommend our experience to others - especially not for the price they asked of us.

Growing up in Altamonte Springs, I had driven by Maison & Jardin too many times to count. I…read moreremember how upscale, exotic and enticing the European-style restaurant seemed tucked away behind lush trees and a long driveway entrance. As luck may have it, a friend of mine decided to have his wedding reception in one of the smaller private rooms. I was astounded by the beauty of the place. Seeing it up close was breath-taking. Archways, ornate decorations, elaborate flower decorations, over-sized windows that overlook lush landscaping including a small pond surrounded by statues. The overall atmosphere is perfect for any special occasion and it lends itself very well to beautifully composed photographs. Inside the lighting continued setting the perfect mood with dim lighting, low playing music and upscale table settings. Not idle for photo taking but great for setting the right mood. While absolutely beautiful and stunning, for all the luxury and European charm, I wasn't too thrilled with the food and the room the reception was held in was quite small. And I'm sure it all came with a hefty price-tag.

Absolutely venue! The outside area was the setting for a wedding overlooking the lake. The various…read moregathering areas housed a cocktail area, dinner seating, and a coffee/dessert station. Another covered area served as the cocktail bar and buffet. The venue has beautiful gardens, a cog pond and several seating areas. The staff ensured that everything ran according to the bride and groom's schedule. They even had bug spray on hand as needed.

August 2025 - The Villages Miata MX-5 Club toured the mansion today. We had a fantastic tour of…read morethis historic mansion. The place is spacious and nicely furnished with items from around the world. We also had a wonderful tour guide. Check it out, you'll like it.

Nearly a year ago my wife and I got married here. We had everything planned for an outdoor wedding,…read morehowever as Florida would have you, it went from sunny clear skies to torrential down pouring, lightning and falling trees only an hour and a half before our ceremony... the venue staff was incredibly fast to rearrange everything with the families and it became one of the best and most memorable experiences ever. Lucy helped tremendously and the food provided was so good. Everything went perfect. Big thank you to The Garden Villa from the Figurowski's.

This venue was on the list for my future sister in laws potential location for her wedding. We…read morescheduled a tour for 8 a.m. on a Saturday (based on their availability). We arrived and tried calling the phone number given in the email. No one showed up. At 8:15 a.m. someone finally called to tell us they had a wrong date on their calendar and that they were on the way. At that point we were a bit irritated at the level of professionalism. Overall the surroundings were a lot of shrubbery and trees, not really garden-esq. The prices online were pretty cheap compared to other venues, but I guess you get what you pay for.

Beautiful venue for your events! So much courtyard space with the chapel, saloon, viewing deck, and…read morehall! The possibilities are endless! 10/10

I had such a wonderful time at the Hidden Barn!! The venue was stunning!!! The entire staff and…read morecrew were so sweet and helpful!! The animals were so adorable!! I would definitely recommend this place to anyone, it's the perfect place for a wedding or any event!!!

If you're looking for the perfect place to host an event, look no further Club Lake Plantation is…read morean absolute gem. The entire property is breathtaking... beautiful scenery, wide-open spaces, and that rustic-chic charm that makes every corner feel picture-perfect. It's spacious, comfortable, and designed in a way that makes guests feel relaxed and welcomed the moment they walk in. A huge shout-out to Kayla, who was our main point of contact. She was phenomenal attentive, patient, and always ready to help. She made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. You can tell she genuinely cares, and that makes all the difference. Our event turned out wonderful, and a big part of that was thanks to this incredible venue and the great team behind it. Highly, highly recommended!

This place is magical! Amazing location, super well…read moremaintained, friendly staff. It has been a background for so many weddings... You must check it out if you are in search of a wedding venue.

We found Venue 1902 through an event post on Facebook, and it was only the second venue we toured…read morein person -- we booked it within 24 hours. They had a great incentive at the time, and we immediately fell in love with the space. From the first tour, the team was amazing. Adriana showed us around and was incredibly kind, welcoming, and helpful. Aleshia assisted with finalizing our booking and was just as wonderful. We met with Adriana in person two more times before the wedding and also communicated frequently via email -- responses were always prompt and thorough, which made the planning process feel organized. Venue 1902 provides a curated list of recommended vendors (with catering to be selected from their approved options--plus with BYO alcohol option too) and hosts vendor events throughout the year (plus twice a year exclusively for couples who have already secured a date). These were a valuable part of planning -- we found our phenomenal vendors: caterer, hair/makeup artist, photographer, and photobooth company through these. The team was transparent about what their day-of coordination service includes versus what would require an additional decor placement fee, which we appreciated. They also offer a wide range of decorations, with a price list provided after booking. We were open about our budget throughout the entire process, and we never felt judged or pressured to spend more. A month before the wedding, they set up an online planning tool that helps organize the guest list/seating chart/general layouts and allows you to access/edit at home after, making it easy to visualize the wedding day setup. Small tip: If you plan to have hair and makeup services at the venue, coordinate with your artists early to determine what time you'll need venue access. You might be surprised at how long it takes to complete hair and makeup! Between our booking and our wedding, Venue 1902 implemented a day-of coordination partnership with the company Just Marry!. Initially, this change made me (bride) a bit nervous, but those concerns were put to rest. While our full experience with Just Marry! deserves its own separate review, I cannot say enough positive things about Emylie, who was absolutely incredible and played a huge role in ensuring our wedding day ran smoothly. Venue 1902 truly has thought of everything. It's an all-in-one venue with spacious bride and groom getting-ready suites (filled with natural lighting), lots of clean bathrooms, and beautiful outdoor ceremony (with the option to move indoors due to weather at no extra cost)/indoor+outdoor cocktail hour/indoor reception spaces. With so many unique spots for photos, the venue looks beautiful no matter the angle--and equally striking in color or black and white. There is ample parking plus valet service and elevator access to the reception area on wedding day (available for guests who NEED it). They even lock the bridal suite during the wedding to ensure personal belongings are secure. Brunch provided during wedding day was delicious and substantial. Thoughtful touches like mailing a letter and tote bag for the bride months before the wedding as well as giving us a bottle of champagne during the wedding rehearsal made us feel cared for. A little heads up for future brides planning to wear a long veil--mine got caught on the flooring of the outdoor ceremony aisle, which was totally fine; I just wasn't ready meheheheh! Overall, Venue 1902 is absolutely stunning, professionally run, and exceeded our expectations in every way. We highly recommend it to any couple looking for a beautiful, seamless, and well-thought-out wedding venue. (All wedding photos by Ashley Krug Photography )

What a beautiful location for a special event. The building is an old schoolhouse that has been…read moreconverted. I attended a wedding here and it was perfect. I like that they have multiple choices for the ceremony location. We were outside in the courtyard/garden area. It was beautiful. Cocktail hour was done downstairs in one of the rooms and foyer. Loved the natural light that came in through the huge windows. It didn't feel cramped at all! The reception was upstairs and this is the only reason I knocked off 1 star. I didn't see where there was an elevator to get to the second level. This would obviously be an issue for anyone that has issues with stairs or someone that was wheelchair bound. The upstairs reception area was beautiful! It's a big open space and makes for a nice place to decorate. I will definitely keep this place in mind for any future events.

Came here for a conference in September 2025. I didn't…read morerealize how beautiful this place is. Several rooms for meetings and small events for birthdays or weddings. They have a big beautiful backyard for outside weddings. The bathroom's here are very nice. I'm not sure if it has a kitchen because I didn't see anything like that. Lots of Parking. I know you can't bring in your own catering but they do have several caterers that you can choose from. Lots of parking.

My company recently attended an event at the Lake Mary Events Center. The venue was amazing and we…read morewere all very impressed. I would recommend renting it out for corporate events, weddings, and more. The view outside is stunning, especially at sunset.