Wedding Venue

The Venue at Windermere

Windermere, FL

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

October–May

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

MonthSunsetCeremonyRain
January5:51 PM3:51 PM3.0″
February6:16 PM4:16 PM2.3″
March7:34 PM5:34 PM3.2″
April7:51 PM5:51 PM3.1″
May8:09 PM6:09 PM4.2″
June8:25 PM6:25 PM8.1″
July8:25 PM6:25 PM7.7″
August8:05 PM6:05 PM7.8″
September7:31 PM5:31 PM6.0″
October6:56 PM4:56 PM3.8″
November5:33 PM3:33 PM2.1″
December5:31 PM3:31 PM2.4″

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

✓ Bridal Suite✓ Tables & Chairs✓ Ceremony + Reception✓ ADA Accessible✓ A/C Available✓ Kid Friendly✓ Setup Day Before
Planning Details
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Catering

Preferred caterers list

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Bar / Alcohol

Licensed in-house bar service

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Music Curfew

11:00 PM

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Rental Hours

8 hrs included

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Vendors

Preferred vendor list

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Rain Backup Plan

Grand ballroom available

Hurricane Season Note

June–November; ballroom provides full indoor backup

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Photographer's Perspective
Rob Craven

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

Location

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

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Common questions

What time does the sun set at The Venue at Windermere?

Sunset at The Venue at Windermere moves by about 3 hours across the year. December is the earliest sunset at 5:31 PM local time, and July the latest at 8:25 PM. Golden hour starts roughly an hour before — 7:25 PM in July. Every month is listed on this page.

What time should our ceremony start at The Venue at Windermere?

Start about 2 hours before sunset and your vows finish as golden hour begins, which is when the portraits afterwards look their best. At The Venue at Windermere that means around 6:25 PM in July and 3:31 PM in December. Pick your date on this page and I will work out the exact times for it.

When is the best time of year to get married at The Venue at Windermere?

The best of the year at The Venue at Windermere is October–May.

Does hurricane season affect weddings at The Venue at Windermere?

June–November; ballroom provides full indoor backup

How many guests does The Venue at Windermere hold?

Around 275 guests. Ceremony and reception both happen on site. That figure is my research rather than the venue's own, so confirm it with them before you count on it.

What happens if it rains at The Venue at Windermere?

Grand ballroom available

Is there a music curfew at The Venue at Windermere?

Music has to be done by 11:00 PM.

What is the nearest airport to The Venue at Windermere?

Orlando International Airport (MCO), about 20 miles away. Guest hotels nearby: Marriott Orlando, Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World, Grand Bohemian Hotel

Have you photographed a wedding at The Venue at Windermere?

Not yet. I have worked out this venue's light and its rules in detail, which is what this page is — but no wedding here has been photographed for the map, so yours would be the first.

How much does wedding photography at The Venue at Windermere cost?

My collections run $2,500 to $6,500, covering 4, 8 and 10+ hours of the day, and sales tax is not included. The full investment guide has what each one includes.

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