I used to live a few streets away - so I have always appreciated this old style charming Spanish House. It is situated right on the water and obviously weddings happen here. They also occasionally do wedding expos here - which my photos show. Thalatta Estate, is a 1925 Mediterranean-Revival estate, carriage house and surrounding bayside property that was acquired by the Village of Palmetto Bay in 2005. It is located at 17301 Old Cutler Rd. This is their website - www.thalattaestate.com. read more

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A close friend of mine invited me to join her at a yoga class they offer here. She had attended several classes and raved about the instructors and class itself. The space at this estate and the grounds are beautiful and the upkeep is impeccable. I had never been here before but it is definitely picture worthy. I also hear it's a popular spot for weddings and all kind of events. You have to preregister and pay a $5 fee to attend Sunday classes. Class is about an hour and although outdoors still in a covered space. Bring your mats and water to stay hydrated. The outdoor space has a lovely view with the bay next to you. The nice breeze helps with this Miami weather. The instructor is super nice. Whether your an expert or a beginner (like me) she goes around and helps to make sure your posture and positioning is correct so that you don't hurt yourself. Her voice also makes the whole experience soothing. After just one class I'm hooked. It's the perfect way to end the weekend and have a happy Sunday funday. Join me! read more

I came here to celebrate a wedding..not mine yet, but for one my girlfriend's family members. This is a beautiful historical home, which the village of Palmetto Bay bought, preserved and now allows you to celebrate a memorable occasion at! The entrance to the historic, two story home leads to a dining terrace right on the house and eventually a grassy lawn that walks you right toward Biscayne Bay. Even when it's not full moon, that overlook is perfect for a moment of romance. The event staff was really attentive whether passing around the empanadas, & other apps, the smooth welcome margarita, or driving guests around in the golf carts. The main courses were the perfect wedding of food and my palate. I enjoyed their juicy churrasco, sharp chimichurri and veggie salad including red peppers. The coffee (with swizzle sticks) & smores bars made for a great dessert, and the mix was a perfect balance of old school hip hop and Spanish ballads. This is definitely a venue to celebrate and make cherished memories at! read more

Thalatta Estate - Beautiful view..string lights and the bay in the distance - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Palmetto Bay, Florida

The Thalatta Estate was built on the shore of Biscayne Bay in the early 1900's by the Connett family. It is located on a parcel of land south of the Charles Deering Estate. It is believed to have been built between 1925 and 1930. Thalatta is a Latin variation of the Greek word thalassa meaning the sea. The buildings on the estate were built by the owner Fred Alan Ford Connett and his hired help. Only a two story residence and carriage house remain today. The house was designed in the Mediterranean Revival style that was popular during Florida's land boom years. One of the most striking features of the home is a three story tower. The owner built it to look out to the bay over the vegetation that once existed at the back of the property. Outside, the house has a red clay tiled roof, stucco walls, round archways, and wrought iron elements. Inside the house there is a wrought iron stairwell, carved wood doors, and decorative tile floors. The Connett's lived in the home for 20 years before selling it in 1945 when they could no longer get help to run the estate because of WWII. George C. and Pasqualina Peterson purchased Thalatta and lived in it for the next 30 years until Pasqualina's death. While they owned it the property they sold off some of the land so that is now 3 and a half acres and they removed the plants in the back. They also built a pool in 1955 that was believed to be one of the first private pools in south Miami. Two other families went on to own the property. Thalatta suffered significant damage in Hurricane Andrew in 1991 as well as in hurricanes in 2000 and 2005. Thalatta is one of the few remaining homes in this area from that time period. The village of Palmetto Bay purchased this home in 2005 with a grant from Trust for Public Lands. They have since restored it and rent it out for private functions, mainly weddings. The house is left unlocked with the air conditioner running. You can tour the home free of charge. All of the period furniture has been removed but there is some modern pieces to keep people comfortable when they are renting the house. On the first floor is a small museum of sorts with displays and photographs relating the history of the area. This is a beautiful house and the grounds are lavishly landscaped. The unobstructed view of Biscayne Bay National Park is stunning. It is easy to see what attracted the first residents to this area and what is still attracting people who want to celebrate their weddings today. read more

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Finally after almost four months trying I got the chance to go and do Yoga this past Sunday. The class was free, on the grass, and under the shade of beautiful trees, this place has. I loved the experience and the gorgeous view in here. They were setting up for a wedding reception and I can just imagine how beautiful it will be. Check out my pictures! read more

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Beautiful and frequent chosen location for weddings and other receptions. Back lawn waterfront. Front has a stunning circular. All this makes for a perfect party...at least the beginnings of one. Today when I pulled up I was fortunate to see a wedding party getting ready to start. I had to move in stealth mode as I enjoyed the grounds. Did not go inside. From what I've read about this estate tho, the highlights are outside. Estate is opens for viewing daily until 5pm. Nice little diversion on a casual day of touring. read more

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I had my wedding here and I could not be more happy with that decision taken. Besides the beautiful venue, the person that made the difference was Vanessa. She is not just so clear and helpful, she is prompt and kind even stress relieving. She understands your situation, she is alert and there for every bride, I am witness to this because I've always seen her working hard with a bride when I've stopped by for help too. The security work there and the attention from the venue is 100% exceptional. I would only recommend maybe adding a drying machine somewhere. This venue is gorgeous but for weddings outside if you don't have a tent rented, you're running a risk. With a Dryer present, it would help the event people dry the materials quick incase it gets soaked on before the wedding begins. In moments of desperation with no tent as a back up plan, a bride would pay to use this choice if it were available :) besides that I honestly loved being here. My husband loved it, everyone loved it so much. This venue has it's 3 beautiful points during the day: the daytime garden, you see so much nature and elegance, the relaxing and breath taking sunset sky you receive at twilight. The sky turns pink and blue and birds fly by the ocean. And then at night, you have the romantic intimate feeling with the lights the offer. So amazing! 5 stars well earned. Thank you again Vanessa, you and Thalatta together are a beautiful memory of the journey towards my wedding! read more

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Picture a romantic garden giving way to the sea. Picture yourself and your friends and family dining and dancing beneath the stars and the twinkling lights. Imagine getting ready for your big day right on the property, no stress. Now think about getting all this for an incredible price. That's Thalatta! One of the best decisions my then-fiancee (now husband :) ) made was getting married there. I am not exaggerating when I tell you that we considered three different countries and seven different cities, plus five different venues before deciding on Thalatta Estate as our wedding venue and, along with our decision on the wedding planner, it was the best decision we ever made! I had been searching for a place to get married on a garden by the ocean, and the minute I saw Thalatta, I knew it was "the one." :) It's hard to know where to begin with the compliments. The pictures of Thalatta really don't do it justice. From the first moment we stepped into the place we were blown away by its beauty. There's an open and expansive feel about Thalatta that gives you a sense of peace as soon as you walk in. I won't spoil it for you too much if you haven't been there yet, but let's just say the first look you will get of the wide, so wide the word "expansive" doesn't do it justice and, perfectly-manicured lawn, the garden grounds, the courtyard, you will fall in love. At night, the lights twinkle all the way to the bay in the near distance. All of our guests could not stop raving for weeks afterwards about how magical everything was, how special Thalatta Estate is. Even locals were asking, how did you find this place? It's tucked away on a corner of Palmetto Bay, but it's amazing, and an incredible value too. We paid half the price of all the other venues we looked at, and had the venue to ourselves for longer (Thalatta has a very flexible time policy). Plus Thalatta has a huge bridal suite, and a separate huge groom's suite, all equipped with a TV, a fridge. I mean, if I hadn't already gotten married I wouldn't want to write this review bc I'm pretty sure value for money Thalatta Estate is the best kept secret in town and I would not want to ruin it for myself :). On top of all that, the staff at Thalatta were super helpful from day 1, answering all my questions quickly, working with me to resolve any issues that came up, showing lots of flexibility. Alessia at the front office, who we worked with closer, was especially helpful and professional throughout the process. On top of all that, the staff of Thalatta is constantly cleaning and manicuring the place, so it's in great shape. Last but not least, it was super important for us to have the venue all to ourselves. I felt that a place like Thalatta, as opposed to a hotel, provided a sense of exclusivity that I wanted. And I was right. read more

Attended my brothers wedding here last week. An outdoor wedding, in Miami? Impossible you might say! But it was pleasantly nice on this evening - I'd assume because of all the nice breeze coming off the bay (and it was a little cloudy during the day). Everyone looked super comfortable and it never really felt hot. The estate itself is beautiful. They offered two private rooms for the groom and bride to get ready. I only hung out in the groom's room, but it was spacious - equipped with couches, tables, bathroom, fridge, and some ice cold beers of course. When you arrive to the estate you walk through a small indoor area (which is air conditioned) before reaching the sprawling lawn where the weddings are held. There's a nice area where they set up the food, a tent covered area where they had the reception and an upstairs terrace where they had the DJ. Then it's a long walk to the edge of the estate that sits on the water. This is where they set up the alter. It offered gorgeous water views behind them as they exchanged vows. It's an incredibly beautiful setting. As for the wedding itself it was an festive occasion filled with little fun touches, that was to be expected from such a creative couple. First the poster when you walked in was of the happy couple - made to look like a movie poster. Directed by: the wedding planner, Made Possible By: Names of the parents. Special appearance by: names of the siblings.......really cool...but I could be a little bias as I got a shout out on there ;D Then the beer served? Estrella....which happens to be the bride's name! GENIUS! They had a nice set up of postcards for people to write their favorite vacation destinations. The couple will reach into this bank of ideas whenever they get the itch to travel. They did get engaged in India, so naturally they love to travel! The food was a Cuban feast (and it was amazing!) representing the heritage of both the bride and groom. Everyone in attendance raved about the grub and I'll say it had been a while since I had some real deal Cuban food, and this hit the spot! The His and her cakes were awesome. Her's was a little more traditional and elegant. His was a Ninja Turtle Cake! Naturally they cut the cake with a samurai sword - cause why not? haha The parting favors? Happy Meals and McFlurry's! You see, the happy couple got engaged inside of a McDonalds next to the Taj Mahal! A lovely inside joke between them - they brought everyone in on the fun with one of the most fun/creative parting gifts I've seen at a weeding! I'm extremely happy for my brother. I've never...ever...seen him be so sincere and serious as he was when he was giving his vows. He's genuinely found the woman of his dreams...and I really can't be more happy for them. Welcome to the family Star - thank you guys for allowing me to attend your insanely creative, fun and beautiful wedding. read more

Went to a wedding here recently. Although a beautiful venue with great views and scenery we had a very poor experience otherwise. First off the staff as not very friendly or welcoming at all. Having to flag down someone just to get water on multiple occasions. When it came to serving the food the staff once was giving out way too much so by the time the last tables went they was barely anything left. Leaving people hungry. When the event "ended" everyone began leaving but as to be expected with a wedding party it took tike for everyone to say goodbyes to loved ones. Within 15 minutes the lights were turned off and tables were being cleared with belongings still on them. This left elderly people and children having to walk in the dark. Frankly just poor etiquette and hospitality. read more

What a beautiful, waterfront historic estate! Built in the Mediterranean Revival style in the early 19th century, it offers amazing, panoramic views of Biscayne Bay. The two-story home was designed and built by the Connett family, and sits on more than four acres. It was acquired by the Village of Palmetto Bay in 2005. There are lovely archways, red clay-tiled roof, windows with iron work, and a beautiful carved stone fireplace. The tile work inside the home is lovely, and no longer seen in homes. The Thalatta Estate is a popular wedding location, considering its location on the bay, its pretty gardens, terraces, and the lovely home serving as a great backdrop for photographs. Because it seems to be mostly a place to hold private events, unfortunately, for those looking for historically furnished homes, there isn't much to see here, other than the waiting room on the first floor, which contains the fireplace, couches, chairs, and a table. The second floor has been reserved for brides and their family to prepare for weddings, so what you will see is just a floor-length mirror, couches, and sofa chairs. Admission is free, so I guess you cannot be too picky, but it'd be nice if like the Deering Estate and Vizcaya, the home were furnished and decorated in the period style while still serving as a wedding location. The more people are exposed to history and architecture, the more cultured they will become, and the more interested they may become in learning about South Florida's history. read more

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I usually come here for Christ Fellowships' sunrise Easter service and it's always a beautiful experience. I found on FB that Palmetto Bay was offering free yoga classes on the bay and I quickly signed up! How exciting! Although it was a rainy day, the instructor and the class was just what I needed. The sound of the water and the breeze was just breathtaking! Be sure to check on their website and FB events for more details on some of their free events coming up. It's also great for any special occasion. read more

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Thalatta Estate has the charm of old Miami, with a stunning views...ceremony by the water is breathtaking I love the breeze off the ocean and the blue sky water backdrop, it provides a terrace big enough to hold 200 guest, beautiful landscape with some tropical areas They have their own kitchen on site which is great for caterers and they also have a bridal/groom suite on site. Overall the place is ideal for an outdoor wedding that provides a romantic vintage/rustic feel, It's always a pleasure to work here! for more pictures and ideas visit http://www.eventplannersinmiamibroward.com/#!blank-1/c1qn7 read more

Thalatta Estate - Weddings at Thalatta Estate - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Palmetto Bay, Florida

Been meaning to write a quick review on this beautiful Estate that we were able to celebrate in for my brothers wedding last week. What a fiercely beautiful spot to start forever. It is right by the Bay and simply magical at night to dance under the stars. The property is well kept and a bit pricey but not impossibly. Go big or go home...without a spectacular wedding day memory. The colors and the lighting. I was emotional at seeing all the details come together (flowers, tables, lights, center pieces, music, cake, open bar). It was perfect. I recommend this venue to all. The estate is located in Cutler Bay-- and the wedding was at St. Hughs so, the drive was slightly inconvenient however, I may have had the ceremony and reception in the same place for more convenience. Valet was included. http://www.thalattaestate.com/ read more

You would be hard pressed to find a more beautiful venue. Vanessa, the Park Reservation Specialist is an absolute dream to work with. She is very responsive, very clear with the steps necessary to secure and prepare for your event, and very kind. We planned the entire wedding from out of state. It would definitely have been easier if we had visited once during the planning process to blueprint where vendors/stations would go, how we would walk down the aisle, etc. But with Vanessa's help everything went wonderfully! The only downside is that we had some security issues. Although we were told the park was closed to the public and wouldn't be reopening for the season until the day after our event, all sorts of people unconnected to our event or the Parks staff were wandering about. People were walking the trail--and I don't blame them; what a beautiful place to get your steps in. It didn't bother us at first, but then the groom and best man had $500 stolen from the money we had brought for tipping vendors. At the same time, one of the catering's wait staff had her car broken into and some valuables stolen. This all happened before 2PM when it's publicized on the Thalatta website that security staff arrives. I hope that Thalatta addresses this security issue and better protects people who have reserved the space. read more

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Beautiful venue! The coordinator is also very nice and helpful. However, for our event, there were lots of noseeums that bit our guests... we got bit during our rehearsal so I asked for the grounds to be sprayed in order to address the issue. I don't know if they ever did, but many of our guests were FULL of bites! read more

I got married at thalatta estates October 21,2017 and I can honestly say it was such a beautiful day and experience working with Vanessa Binns! My now husband and I enjoyed speaking with Vanessa , she was always so helpful and honest! She was on top on things such as helping us with an horrible issue we had with our wedding planner she helped us follow up with Vendors and their liability insurances. She is such a sweet heart! I recommend this beautiful venue and you will be delighted working with Vanessa! :) Mr. & Mrs. Vega read more