Historic Walton House

e venue is - lots of small areas for different parts of the night, our guests were amazed by the lush gardens, coves, animals and birds. We danced the night away under the lights - it is truly magical after dark!

Caribbean Wedding. Beautifully lush and full of life with special cocktail guests featuring animals! The photos we were able to capture were beautiful. We had attended a wedding here before booking and saw the magic of it all very well knowing that there was no other place we wanted. Our guests were also amazed at this unique venue and loved every aspect of it. Instead of just a reception at this venue you are able to craft a whole day experience as each part of the venue can be explored throughout various parts of the day (getting ready cottage for the ladies, first look, welcome cocktail, ceremony, photos, cocktail drinks, dance floor under the stars, dining reception under the canopy)... I cant emphasize enough how it was all a magical dream come to life . Both bridal and groom parties were able to get ready on the property without any problems which was ideal for coordinating with our photographers as well. Of note, we did have a no little kid policy given that the space is very large including bodies of water and the amount of animals around we wanted all of our guests to feel comfortable and relax which everyone afterwards agreeed was a great decision. Other considerations are to be mindful of uneven ground/gravel which can be easily maneuvered with back up plans including asking Frank about his golf cart and telling guests in advance so they can be mindful of shoes worn. Shout out to Frank who was very flexible and accommodating leading up to the wedding while we were still honing our vision of the wedding! His list of preferred vendors is also top notch and affordable... will do a special shout out to Elite Catering/Productions on that list who helped the vision come to life in a way I could not have imagined.

and nurturing to his venue. We feel so lucky to have gotten married at the Historic Walton House. HOWEVER, there were some cons. The bridal suite was very dusty and dirty when my bridal party and I arrived. I was nervous to let my dress move across the floor. The space my husband was able to use to get ready (the barn) was not prepped for him on arrival. The air conditioning was off, there was no mirror, etc. This made his time just before our first look a bit chaotic. Lastly, being biologists, we were very excited when learning that an animal educator would be attending our cocktail hour with animals to create an interactive experience for our guests. This didn't happen. Everyone was still excited to see all of the rescued animals in their enclosures, but we were disappointed to find out that this component did not come to fruition.

credible. They are so knowledgeable with everything and have such an expansive vendor list, the possibilities at this venue are endless. They were able to help with every detail and any issues that came up during the planning. I cannot recommend this property enough for any special occasion!

with, which is an added bonus. Outdoor weddings can be tricky but for my dream venue, The Walton House, I was willing to take the risk and I am so glad I did. The Walton House was the first venue we visited and after seeing that one, nothing else measured up because this place really matched what we were looking for. The day of the wedding Aida took care of us while we got ready at the bridal suite making us delicious Cuban coffee. We did our ceremony in front of the big tree by the entrance, it was amazing. Our reception was under the avocado trees and the dancing was in the barn.

is Venue has everything. We had a small intimate wedding and the venue was perfect. It is very versatile for small or large events and didn't make our small wedding look tiny. So much goes into this venue - I don't know where to start. Frank is amazing. So so nice, welcoming - just an amazing person and host - you feel like home. The greenery, the sounds, the birds, monkeys, swans, flamingos, the lighting, the candles, the ambiance - its just magical. We truly had our dream wedding and such a great experience. Our guests enjoyed the wedding so much. So rich this venue with so many places for amazing photos. Recommend hands down without any reservations. Thank you Frank and your team for such an amazing experience.

or Jurassic Park. The lush landscape is out of a fairy tale, with orchids and other tropical flowers adorning every corner. Waterfalls, lanterns, special surprises everywhere. The photo spots are endless. And of course, the animals! Having all the birds, monkeys, lemurs, etc, on site make the Historic Walton House just about the grooviest venue you could hold a wedding at, one where all of your guests will be delighted and thoroughly entertained. During our Saturday night wedding, our guests were able to hold a baby alligator and interact with a kinkajou!! On wedding day, vendors are allowed on-site starting early in the morning which is great. And the wedding party is welcomed early as well. The bridal suite had champagne and OJ waiting for us, and Frank brought us yummy cuban coffee. And on that note, Frank (owner) was amazing to work with along the way. He is so kind and calm and accommodating. On wedding day, Frank came to the rescue with his golf cart and personally went above and beyond to assist my grandparents who were struggling with mobility issues. He even gave them a tour of the grounds which they loved. I'm sure I am forgetting something, but if you want a venue that you will never forget, one that is accommodating and flexible, a place that is a far departure from your typical hotel wedding -- this is the place for you!

r guests have not stopped raving about this being the best wedding they've ever been to, thanks to the ambience and the other vendors who helped.

e who works there is so helpful and kind. Our guests did not stop talking about how beautiful our venue was. Frank and the team were so flexible with our postponement. The venue also put in place several COVID precautions to help make us and our guests feel comfortable.

ept greenery around the entire property; it has gorgeous flowers, exotic animals and the perfect landscape to capture the most unique photos. The bridal suite is one of a kind, with its historical and chic decorations- it feels like something out of a movie. Everyone that attended the wedding was in awe and amazed with the entire venue. We kept getting complimented on how beautiful and unique the venue was- definitely a memorable wedding. My husband and I both wanted an outdoor/indoor wedding and The Historic Walton House was everything we dreamed of. We had never seen a venue like this in South Florida. We did our ceremony outdoors under a beautiful crafted arch already installed in the property. The greenery and the flowers around it made it look so magical. Our reception was held half outdoors and the dancing was done indoors in their stunning farmhouse. I loved that the venue has both outdoor and indoor options. There are so many beautiful areas of the venue to choose from and so much for the guests to enjoy! Our guests were entertained the entire time! My wedding day was a dream come true! My husband and I are so thankful for Frank, the owner of Walton House. He made us feel welcomed and greeted us with so much love. From the moment we met Frank, we were so moved by his story, the history of this venue and we immediately fell in love with the property. He was very attentive and available to answer any questions at all times. We met Frank through an organization called Wish Upon a Wedding- It grants weddings and vow renewals to couples facing serious illnesses or life altering health circumstances. I have been battling brain cancer the past 2 years and having a wedding at this venue was a wish come true. It everything I always dreamed of. Frank was contacted by the organization and he immediately jumped on board and allowed us to host our wedding at his gorgeous venue. He has an enormous heart and we are so thankful that he opened up this gem for us to celebrate with family and friends. We are forever grateful!

am I lucky that it was! Frank at The Historic Walton was such a pleasure to work with. Was always asking what he could do to help or just offering us cold refreshments. Now, the venue itself was out of this world. there isn't a bad angle in the entire place. The nature and beauty of it is so peaceful and serene. And the bridal suite makes for some lovely vintage chic photos. It is big enough to host a large wedding or something intimate and romantic such as my own. If I had to do it all over again even without the contest, I would with out a doubt! Highly highly recommend!

until I visited Historic Walton House. It was love at first sight — I immediately fell in love with this magical place. There are monkeys, flamingos, peacocks, swans, parrots and many many animals here. You can forget anything bad that’s happening in your life once you step your feet into HWH because it’s truly a paradise. And as animal lovers, my husband and I couldn’t appreciate more about how Frank rescued a lot of animals. But what really made me pick HWH was Frank — when he toured us, you just could tell he was not just doing business but he devoted his passion and love to HWH. He loves his place and his animals wholeheartedly and I knew it’s a blessing to do business with such a genuine person. And I was not wrong. Frank has always been helpful, responsive, attentive, and very very sweet. I just can’t seem to find enough good words to describe his attitude towards his business. We visited HWH in Dec 2019 and our wedding was scheduled in May 2020. Unfortunately COVID-19 happened in March and we were forced to reschedule our wedding. Because of our personal reasons, we still wanted to have our wedding ASAP instead of postponing to next year but there were a lot of uncertainties going on especially in Miami-dade county. The venue had to close and reopen and face another “reclose” as the indoor dining was not allowed by the county. When I almost lost my hope of having my July Wedding, despite all the hardship, Frank tried his hardest to contact local officer and made our wedding happen. He complied with COVID-19 guidance by preparing masks, hand sanitizers and limiting guest counts. It was during such a hard time that the Frank’s attitude and integrity really shined through — he never refused to help but has always been there to try to help us. The wedding was so beautiful, it was definitely the best memory in my whole life. I just couldn’t appreciate more. Moreover, Frank’s sister Matie was also a very sweet lady. She owns the Airbnb next door, so if you are looking for a place to stay after the wedding, definitely consider her Airbnb. It was so clean, organize and spacious. Frank’s mom makes really good coffee too! His whole family is just so welcoming and sweet. If you are looking for a tropical garden style venue, look no further, because you won’t regret a tiny bit to do business with Frank and have a unforgettable wedding here.

ion in an outdoor atmosphere. We started looking for venues that could accommodate a large wedding and the Walton House was the first that we visited. It was love at first sight! I’m an island girl so I basically grew up in paradise, and it was very important to me that we could find a venue that had a taste of home. The Walton House provided exactly that :) A beautiful and spacious tropical oasis with so much to offer, from their lush and gorgeous gardens, plants and flowers, to the number of exotic animals they shelter all over the estate. As we visited it, we could picture where each part of our big day would take place and we loved the fact that we could host our ceremony, cocktail hour and reception each in a different, charming and unique space! We wanted to provide an amazing experience to our guests, especially since many of them traveled quite far to celebrate with us. The Walton House is an attraction in itself, and we knew that our guests would have a wonderful time just by walking around this vast estate. To top it all, Frank, the owner, is delightful to work with! He was always very accommodating recommended us the best caterer ever :) We did our due diligence and visited the other venues we had short listed, but in the end we knew we had found the perfect place. We highly recommend this beautiful venue to any couples out there looking to celebrate their union in paradise!

airytale. The venue was pretty far south from our home base, but worth every second of travel. Our guests could not believe the venue’s beauty. It seems like behind every corner, you find breathtaking nooks and crannies. So many commented that it seemed to be a “hidden gem”. Frank was so helpful every step of the way. He was always available to us. He was so patient and kind. We cannot say enough good things about this place, Frank, his family, his staff.. Bravo! We urge anyone who is thinking about this space for an event to ABSOLUTELY DO IT. The best decision of our entire wedding!! Thank you, Frank!

and wonderful. Everything we would ask for he would always say yes and made my daughter feel at ease. As you may see, the guests were amazed at the animals and beautifully manicured gardens. We had many visits before the wedding for planning and we were always graciously welcomed. The actual historic house where we got ready is beautiful and very spacious. We felt very comfortable getting ready. Our guests were is awe! It is a truly magical place that we will never forget!

for the perfect backdrop. The animals are a great touch for your wedding guests. Frank and his team were very helpful leading up to the wedding. They were kind enough to make us coffee the morning of the wedding and gift us champagne to enjoy. They cleaned the venue beforehand and made sure the animals were "party ready!" Everyone could not stop talking about how different the venue was and nothing like they've ever seen. Our little secret garden! I totally recommend the venue for your upcoming event.

ended up coming back to the Walton house and booking our dream venue. We loved this place so much we were willing to splurge a little more for it. Frank and his mom are great and very accommodating. Every single guest loved this place as much as we did =)

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animals, lit pathways, Pinterest-perfect decorated barn and the undivided and perfect attention of the owner, our night was magical! Thank you Frank! We can’t say enough about the Historic Walton House! Love, V & M

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eak to Frank personally regarding our decision. He mentioned he would return a portion of our deposit since we were cancelling way in advance and that "no other venue or company does this". (which is false.). Since then, he has refused to do so and has completely ignored all calls and emails. He was very helpful during the beginning to show off his property and quick to reply via email when collecting money - but, when the role is reversed, he disappears. We put down a lot of money, and as a business owner, it's sad that he has decided to simply pocket it instead of return it as he mentioned - knowing he has done nothing, aside form showing us the venue and providing a pamphlet with preferred vendors. We've been extremely nice, even when ignored- but, we've had enough and leaving this review is to express our frustration. Unfortunately, this exact situation has occurred to another mutual couple and after several emails and calls ignored, they have decided to stop trying.

ager, was just the best. He checked the weather and the forecast called for rain so even before calling us he had called various companies and had gotten quotes on a tent, we got one the day before and he had it all set up on time with lighting and did not allow us to stress too much. Thankfully it was a perfect day and never rained. Although I still liked the look of the tent and was still glad we got it. He also had the bridal suite ready on time with water, champagne, and orange juice. He had a nature lover walk around the guests with different animals, talking about them and allowing pictures, my guests loved it (my favorite was the scorpion). I would recommend this venue to anyone, my pictures looked unreal. Thank you Frank for taking care of last minute inconveniences and adding so many details making my day a total success. Also want to thank the lady in charge of the house for making us the best “cortaditos “ while getting ready at the bridal suite much appreciated! Lianne & Kevin

lot of international guests so we wanted to make sure our location was stunning... And it truly is the most beautiful location in South-Florida! So many wonderful details, everything is so tastefully done. We could not have picked a better location... If you think the pictures you find on google or here on this website are beautiful? Wait until you walk into this beautiful garden yourself... You won't believe your eyes. Frank & team: we cannot thank you enough for everything you have done for us! We will definitely be back for a visit! Lots of love, Andy & Mary

But if you’re looking for a unique wedding venue with a splash of colour and exotic flora, then Walton House is your first and only choice! A large collection of macaws, parrots, flamingos, waterfowl, cranes, giant tortoises, and monkeys will help your wedding leave a lasting memory for years to come. RIMAS FILMS has recently filmed a beautiful wedding here and it was spectacular! The wedding music video turned out to be a true fairy tale, because of a wonderful job done by the venue. The staff was extremely helpful and prompt. The Walton House was just the perfect background for an outstanding venue! If You’d like to see the video: https://www.facebook.com/rimasfilms/videos/387167378294195/

you rent out venue). There are tons of animals;monkeys, birds, swans, flamingos... As a veterinarian, my husband and I wanted to include our love for animals on our wedding day. All the guests can't stop raving about all the animals and how beautiful the venue is. If you are looking for an outdoor garden venue, this is it! Thank you Frank for making our dream wedding come true!

odating. The best way to describe the property is a “secret garden” with the lush greenery and beautiful birds (and monkeys!). Your guests will love the setting and your photographer will capture the most unreal pictures. I cannot say enough about the natural beauty of this hidden gem in South Florida.

the staff where extremely friendly and helpful along the way! From start to finish it met and surpassed all my expectations. The bridal suit was gorgeous, it felt like being in a real life doll house and it was spacious enough for everyone to get ready for the big day! There was iced water, champagne, and orange juice waiting for us when we arrived and later in the afternoon they even brought us the most delicious coffee ever in these cute little mugs! All throughout the day the made the entire experience as stress free as possible and my guest could not stop raving about how beautiful the venue was from the gorgeous old Florida landscaping to the amazing animals! I even had guest ask me for information for their own weddings!! All in all We were more than happy with our decision to have our big day at the Walton house and I would like to give Frank, his mom, and his staff a huge thank you for helping us make this special day that much better and making us feel like part of your beautiful family!! I look forward to having future events at the walton house and making this gorgeous place a family tradition!

erfect. My girls and I were even served Cuban coffees while we were having our make-up and hair done. We knew this venue was "THE" venue the moment we drive onto the property. Now we're part of the family! I can't wait to see our pictures and take our album back to share with the Blancos. There aren't enough words to say how absolutely amazing our fairy tale wedding at The Walton House was!! The details and memories are far too many and it just doesn't do it justice. Our friends and family can't stop talking about how incredible and exotic the grounds were...and of course Toby, the capuchin monkey that brought our rings down the aisle :)

hroughout the day for each part of the wedding. It is a unique location and the landscape and lighting make for a magical experience. We received so many compliments from our guests about what a beautiful location it was. The animals were a bonus, and our guests loved interacting with them during the cocktail hour (we had little bags of fish food for kids to feed the koi during the cocktail hour which was especially fun). Frank and his team were very easy to work with. They made sure every detail was perfect and they work hard to keep the area clean and ready for the big day. Our wedding day was so amazing and I am so happy that we chose this venue.

t felt like we were coming home. The bridal suite in the cottage itself is gorgeous and as for the rest of Walton House, well, it's a tropical dream land! Our pictures looked unreal. There's an endless amount of stunning backdrops for your photos. It's a unique and magical place. Frank also makes sure the property is sparkling and well lit throughout the evening. It rained during our ceremony but the converted stables made for a beautiful alternative venue. I love this place!

enough to the hotel we had reserved for the guests in Key Largo and that would accommodate all of the vendors we had already booked and paid deposits for. And, let's face it, the new venue had to be at least as amazing as our first venue, which took our breath away. I found the Walton House online and loved it. Because I am originally from FL and my fiance's family is British, the combination of the tropical grounds and the English-style cottage seemed like a dream come true. I asked my parents to visit to make sure the pictures didn't mislead and they assured me it was even better in person! Unfortunately I personally wasn't able to visit prior to the wedding, but the Walton House worked closely with my parents and my vendors to make everything perfect. They accommodated our every request, including multiple site visits, and were so friendly and responsive. So, again, I didn't get to see the place until the day before the wedding. After everything my parents had described, I was confident, but still nervous. Well, I was blown away. It's like stepping into a magical rain forest! The foliage is so lush and tropical, there are beautiful birds everywhere, including free-running peacocks, and the lighting at night is so elegant! My bridesmaids and I got ready in the bridal suite, which was very comfortable. Being able to prep onsite was great and reduced a lot of our stress. My vendors were given plenty of time to set up. It was raining on and off, but we were able to easily move the ceremony into the gorgeously converted stables while keeping the original plan of dining outside near the stables and hosting cocktail hour in the tiki hut. The guests could not stop raving about how beautiful the Walton House was. They were mostly from up North and were so impressed by how tropical everything was. They said that even the passing rain sprinkles added to the ambience and the magic. We had so much fun, and we owe so much of our wedding's success to the wonderful owners of the property and to the beauty of the venue. I highly recommend the Walton House to any bride!

he property had been sold. As bad as this sounds, it turned out to be the most serendipitous thing that could happen. As we scrambled to find alternatives on short notice, my daughter discovered The Walton House in the Redland, near Homestead, Florida. The location was near enough to the hotel we were using for our guests (the Harbor Bay Marriott Resort in Key Largo) so no changes were needed for that arrangement. We visited and were immediately enchanted with not only this spectacular venue, but with the owners, Frank and Magali. They were very understanding of our predicament and received us warmly. After a tour of their amazing property we booked immediately. A huge plus was their easy accommodation of our requests and we were able to use the caterer and DJ we had already lined up. One of the greatest features of The Walton House is the ability to have a multiple number of options for where to have the ceremony and reception. The weather leading up to the wedding day had been rainy, so during rehearsal the night before we decided to move the ceremony to the main entrance from the lawn. On the day of the wedding, with the forecast still questionable, we moved the ceremony to the beautifully converted stable. This kind of versatility at The Walton House has a very calming and confidence inspiring effect. Further, the grounds offer unique paths through lush tropical grounds that take you and your guests to new discoveries, like the tiki hut and deck overlooking a delightful pond complete with beautiful swans. Exotic birds, including flamingos enhance the experience. Most of our guests were from northern US, Canada and England. All of them were absolutely raving about this venue and the wedding. It was nothing short of magical. Learning about the change in our original venue choice was disappointing, but it turned out to be the best thing that could happen. The Walton House turned out to be more beautiful, exotic and memorable making us completely forget we ever picked a different venue. It was a true blessing. If you are planning a destination wedding or any wedding or event in the Keys or South Florida, there is no better place with nicer more professional people than The Walton House. We know, we checked into dozens of different spots and these people are the best. They are dedicated to making your wedding the most memorable occasion possible. I strongly recommend The Walton House if you are looking for a unique and memorable wedding for you and your guests.