the perfect venue for

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The Laurel Oak Estate: Events Your Way

Celebrate life’s special moments in a setting that combines timeless elegance with natural charm. The Laurel Oak Estate offers a picturesque outdoor venue perfect for intimate gatherings, with space to comfortably accommodate up to 70 guests, depending on the style of your event.

To host an event at the Estate, guests are required to reserve the entire Laurel Oak Inn for a minimum of two nights. This exclusive rental allows you to create a private, personalized experience while providing overnight accommodations for up to 16 of your guests.

Need assistance?
Whether you’re planning a wedding, reunion, or special celebration, Gainesville is home to many talented event planners who can help coordinate rentals, decor, catering, staffing, and cleanup. Prefer to do it yourself? That’s perfectly fine too!

Please note: The Laurel Oak Estate is rented as a short-term vacation rental and does not include on-site staff during your event.

We’re proud to have partnerships with several trusted local planners who can help bring your vision to life at our enchanting venue.

Karina Rivera: MK Legacy Weddings & Events

Kaitlyn Aurilio: Kaitlyn Marie Events and Designs

Julie Herman: Julie Herman Events

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Create Your Memorable Wedding

An intimate wedding, like its name suggests, will typically include a guest list of up to 50 guests—often immediate family and close friends only.

Rent the entire property for 2 nights and have the wedding of your dreams. You will be in charge of your own event. Simply book the estate directly on our website. Not only can you host an event, but up to 16 of your guests can stay at the estate.

We also have the option to include our sister property (directly next door), the Camellia Rose Mansion, for larger weddings. The Camellia Rose Mansion also has 7 bedrooms and a large lawn.

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create Special moments

Though small in guest count, an intimate wedding differs from both a minimony and an elopement. While an elopement typically involves only the couple and a witness, an intimate wedding is a beautiful cross between an elopement and a traditional wedding –  the perfect compromise to suit your style.

Celebrations to Remember

If you are interested in having a small wedding or elopement, a rehearsal dinner, a bridal luncheon or baby shower, a graduation or cocktail party or a corporate event at The Laurel Oak Inn, we would love to make your dreams become a reality.

celebrAtion spAce

Our venue is perfect for any event, offering a customizable space for weddings, graduations, and more.

SPACIOUS GATHERING HUB

Our event area can hold up to 70 guests comfortably, larger depending on the type of event you are planning.

custom catering

We provide helpful catering recommendations tailored to your preferences upon request.

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EVENT INQUIRY FORM

If you are interested, fill out our inquiry contact form below! We will contact you soon. If you can’t wait, call us directly at (352) 519-3994. We are excited to have you!