The Venue at Windermere is a purpose-built event facility in the lakefront community of Windermere, west of Orlando, combining flexible indoor ballroom space with an outdoor ceremony lawn and lakeside terrace. The property's Spanish-colonial architecture, neutral interior palette, and expansive windows create a bright and adaptable wedding environment that works with virtually any color scheme or décor concept. The main ballroom accommodates up to 300 guests for a seated reception, while the outdoor lawn and terrace provide natural ceremony settings with lake and garden views. An open catering policy, full AV infrastructure, and flexible rental periods make The Venue at Windermere one of the most customizable options in the western Orlando suburbs.
Best seasons to marry here
Plan your day here
When are you getting married?
Pick a day and I'll work out the light for it — sunset here, when golden hour opens, and the ceremony time that puts you inside it.
Planning your timeline
| Month | Sunset | Ceremony | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:51 PM | 3:51 PM | 3.0″ |
| February | 6:16 PM | 4:16 PM | 2.3″ |
| March | 7:34 PM | 5:34 PM | 3.2″ |
| April | 7:51 PM | 5:51 PM | 3.1″ |
| May | 8:09 PM | 6:09 PM | 4.2″ |
| June | 8:25 PM | 6:25 PM | 8.1″ |
| July | 8:25 PM | 6:25 PM | 7.7″ |
| August | 8:05 PM | 6:05 PM | 7.8″ |
| September | 7:31 PM | 5:31 PM | 6.0″ |
| October | 6:56 PM | 4:56 PM | 3.8″ |
| November | 5:33 PM | 3:33 PM | 2.1″ |
| December | 5:31 PM | 3:31 PM | 2.4″ |
Sunset times are calculated for this venue's coordinates, shown in EDT for the 15th of each month in 2026. Golden hour is the 60 minutes before sunset. The ceremony start is my rule of thumb — about 2 hours before sunset, so a short ceremony and family photos still leave the two of you in golden light. Adjust it to your own timeline. Average temperatures and rainfall are NOAA 1991–2020 normals from ORLANDO W, 1.5 miles away.
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
Preferred caterers list
Bar / Alcohol
Licensed in-house bar service
Music Curfew
11:00 PM
Rental Hours
8 hrs included
Vendors
Preferred vendor list
Rain Backup Plan
Grand ballroom available
Hurricane Season Note
June–November; ballroom provides full indoor backup
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Rob Craven
Lead Photographer
Sunset Direction
West-facing lake views
Shade Coverage
Mature trees and indoor ballroom
Best Shots & Hidden Gems
Lakefront ceremony grounds, grand ballroom chandeliers, Windermere estate grounds, evening string light reception
2315 Maguire Rd
Windermere, FL
Parking
On-site lot
Nearest Airport
Orlando International Airport (MCO) · 20 mi
Guest Hotels
Marriott Orlando, Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World, Grand Bohemian Hotel
