Venues & Event Spaces near Groveland, FL

“We couldn’t have chosen a more perfect venue for our wedding than Casani. When we first toured the property, we fell in love and knew it was the one for us. Casani is STUNNING! From the trees to the lake, to the beautiful reception space, we fell in love with the beauty and elegance of this venue. We also loved that it was private and right on the water.

Aside from the gorgeous venue, the staff at Casani are incredible. Carmen, the owner, is wonderful, professional, detail-oriented, and full of helpful guidance. She gave us a thorough tour and shared so much information that made the planning process easier.

Once we booked, we worked closely with Elizabeth, the assistant manager. She is one of the kindest and most helpful people we have ever met. She responded to every email, lent a helping hand at every turn, and was by our side throughout the entire planning process, making everything effortless. On our wedding day, she stepped up in ways she didn’t even need to, ensuring everything ran smoothly. Without Elizabeth, our wedding wouldn’t have been as amazing as it was.

We highly recommend this stunning venue to everyone! We promise you will not be disappointed, and the incredible staff makes it all the more special. We absolutely love Casani Estates!”

“We had our wedding at Emma’s kitchen at Magnolia. Maddy and the team were amazing. The food, service, planning and attention to detail were all perfect. Would highly recommend if you are planning a Wedding or party/event. It is a beautiful facility and can accommodate large or smaller events like ours.”

“I have had three (3) events at Once Upon a Creation, a wine / workshop girls night with my best friends; my daughter's 6th Princess Tea Party & recently my daughter's 8th Glow Birthday Party. Each event has been absolutely perfect!! Cathylee is AMAZING, she takes such care in making sure each event is perfect, it really shows! My daughter always has the best birthday & her friends truly enjoy themselves! Cathylee's team is great too, Nicole the event coordinator really helped me make decisions in planning, and the assistants July & Michelle who helped during the party! Thank you for always making each event so beautiful & fun!”

“We truly couldn’t have asked for a better venue than Bridlewood Ranch for our wedding! From start to finish, everything was seamless, and the value for everything they provide is truly incredible. Every detail was handled with care, and it made our entire experience stress-free and so enjoyable.

The vendor team they work with is outstanding. DJ David from DNR Sound Solutions was absolutely amazing, he went above and beyond to keep the energy up and make our night unforgettable. Robert and Alejandro, their recommended photographer and videographer, captured everything so perfectly. We will cherish those memories forever. Help a Host Catering was also delicious!

And most importantly, Elaine, she is truly the heart of it all. She keeps everything running smoothly and makes you feel so supported throughout the entire process. You can tell how much she cares, and it makes all the difference.

If you’re considering Bridlewood Ranch, do it, you will not regret it. It was everything we dreamed of and more!”

“A for real adult wonderland. Heaven. Anything you can think or dream up, it’s here! Been staying in the campground part for about 9 months so far and I never want to leave. Everyone here is so nice and goes over the top to be cool and helpful. There’s usually always something to get into and something going on. You could never get bored here, if you somehow do it’s your own problem! Literally there’s too much to do, I haven’t gotten to half of it. My animals even love it here. Best vibes, best people, best location too, like this is the most beautiful natural Florida it makes me misty eyed daily, but still close to the most world famous tourist attractions and airport. Waited to leave a review cause everything’s always great in the beginning but this place is the real deal, you won’t find nothing like it anywhere! Be cool though, bad vibes and scammers won’t last. I don’t know how I ended up here but I’m so thankful for sure!!!! Come check it out!”

“Absolutely love this establishment!! The owner, Lisa was our instructor & she is amazing!! Knowledgeable, patient & creative. Celebrated a friends birthday at a private event but she has almost daily workshops available. Highly recommend anyone to take the opportunity to create their own unique woodwork for themselves or as gifts. Fun, therapeutic & innovative for adults & children.”

“Their sound system isnt great, their ppt isn't great, but I can't beat the location & prices of tickets. The ppl who works there is awesome. We've seen a few cover bands they were are fantasticI hope they continue to have great entertainers!”

“I recently hosted a large family reunion at Gabby’s, and overall, it was an absolutely spectacular experience. The event was beautiful from start to finish, and I truly felt like I chose the perfect venue for such a special occasion.

The staff at Gabby’s truly made the event exceptional.

Miguel, the banquet manager, was outstanding — incredibly thorough, attentive, and a pleasure to work with. His attention to detail was unmatched.

Chef Antonio was equally impressive — such a talent. He went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect, adding thoughtful touches and bringing a level of expertise that made a real difference.

Gloria was an absolute gem — kind, polite, and incredibly attentive. She made sure both my guests and I were well taken care of throughout the event.

The rest of the team — Blanca, Landon, Mimi, Lismary, Agruda, Jacob, Maria, Alejandro, and Juleis — were all wonderful. Warm, courteous, and consistently checking in to make sure everything ran smoothly.

I truly have no complaints. The service, professionalism, and overall experience were exceptional. I would absolutely recommend Gabby’s for any special event.”