$5,000 starting price
251-300 guest capacity
This venue can host up to 300 guests
About this vendor
River House is located in downtown St. Augustine on the Matanzas River, with stunning views of the St. Augustine Lighthouse and the Historic Bridge of Lions. River House brings together in one location a stunning waterfront venue for weddings, civic milestones, and personal hallmark events.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Elopement
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
Guest Capacity
- Up to 300
Settings
- Ballroom
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Historic Venue
Venue Service Offerings
- Rentals & Equipment
Awards and Affiliations
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I did my initial tour with the River House and asked multiple times if my date was available and they told me it was. I asked when I called, before we started the tour and while we were sitting down talking financials. Every time the answer was “yes it is available”. We decided to go ahead a book the venue, and a few days later after we sent the deposit in they called me and told me they double booked me and another event. I. Was. Devastated. They didn’t update their systems and the date was already gone. Make sure when you tour this venue you ask if their systems are updated before going in with a set date.
From the moment I saw this venue, I knew this was the place I could see us getting married, and so glad we chose The River House! We had an absolutely wonderful experience with our wedding venue and the incredible venue coordinator, Allison. From start to finish, the planning process was seamless, and the event turned out to be even more beautiful than we imagined. Allison and the entire staff were professional, attentive, and made everything so easy for us.
Our guests couldn't stop complimenting how stunning and clean the venue was. The attention to detail and level of service provided truly made our wedding day unforgettable.
If you're looking for a venue with exceptional service and a coordinator who will bring your vision to life, we highly recommend The River House Events.
The best wedding venue in St. Augustine! The moment we first walked into the River House, we knew it was where we were going to have our wedding. The amount of space the venue offers, the beautiful outdoor area, the different rooms, the free parking, and so many more things lead us to have our dream wedding! All of our guests were amazed at how beautiful the venue was as soon as they walked in. The staff at RH are a pleasure to work with as well! The fact that the venue isn't downtown and is off the beaten path is a huge bonus. While the venue is big and spread out, our wedding felt so intimate since we were away from the hustle and bustle of downtown. We would relive our wedding day here in a heart beat! There were even dolphins out the day of our rehersal.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Unforgettable Wedding Experience at The River House! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I cannot express enough how thrilled we were with The River House as the venue for my daughter's wedding. From the moment we stepped through their doors, we knew we had found something truly special. Allison Wilson, the exceptional venue representative, guided us seamlessly through the entire process.
Booking the venue, coordinating follow-ups, and the big day itself was made incredibly easy by Allison's expertise and dedication.
One of the standout features of The River House is the breathtaking photo opportunities it offers. The picturesque backdrop of the river, lighthouse, dock, library, and stunning fountain created stunning and timeless memories captured in our wedding album. The versatility of the venue allowed us to create a variety of captivating shots, ensuring every aspect of our special day was beautifully documented.
Moreover, we greatly appreciated the flexibility and cost-control options that The River House provided. The ability to bring in our own caterer and bar service was a fantastic opportunity that allowed us to personalize our menu and stay within our budget. This level of flexibility is not often found in other venues, and it made a significant difference for us.
Parking is a crucial but often overlooked aspect of wedding planning, especially in a bustling city like St. Augustine. Fortunately, The River House had ample parking available, sparing us from any costly surprises. The venue's thoughtful consideration of this detail demonstrated their commitment to ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience for both the couple and their guests.
Every aspect of our wedding at The River House was handled with the utmost professionalism, all while maintaining a personal touch. The team fully understands the significance of this special day, not only for the bride and groom but also for the parents. They treated us with the utmost care and respect, making us feel like valued partners in creating a truly magical event.
If you're searching for an extraordinary wedding venue that combines stunning surroundings, exceptional service, and a personal touch, look no further than The River House. Our daughter's wedding was a dream come true, and we owe it all to the incredible team who made it happen.
Thank you, Allison Wilson, and The River House, for creating an unforgettable and truly magical wedding day!
Sincerely,
Terri and Doug McGregor
St. Augustine is such an amazing destination for your special day and River House is no exception. Truly a hidden gem away from downtown that is right on the river that offers you amazing views and service for your wedding. Allison was so communicative throughout the planning process and even on day of with rain in the forecast she was ready to jump to have our ceremony outside if we had the chance. Such a beautiful day with a beautiful venue to match.
The River House was my dream wedding venue and it most certainly did not disappoint. They were nothing but absolutely amazing to use through our long journey. We booked the venue in 2019 for a March 2020 wedding but unfortunately our date was 5 days after Florida was shut down and we had to postpone. We ended up postponing multiple times due to surges in Covid with concern for the older family members and we just really wanted to have a safe but fun and not super restricted celebration. The River House team was so understanding and flexible each time we had to sign a contract and we are so thankful we were able to keep a contract with them, worth every penny! We finally had our day July 3rd, 2022 and when I say they made sure everything was perfect, I mean it. They were so understanding and helpful and we didn't just feel like another random wedding- we felt like they really cared about how our day went. The views of Saint Augustine from this venue are enough to book it but trust me when I say that their customer service, hard work and genuine dedication to their craft is enough to book them now! You will not be disappointed and your guests will rave for days about how beautiful of a place it is. Thank you River House team for making our awaited celebration the best day ever.
My husband and I were married at The River House on February 11, 2022. The venue is breathtaking, classically designed, and has an unbeatable view along the river. The staff was great to work with and responsive to all my questions and requests (we stopped by multiple times). There is plenty of parking on-site for guests and close to downtown. Your event is the ONLY event on your rental day. The design makes it easy for vendors to navigate the venue without interrupting the ceremony or reception. The reception room has a dedicated dance floor which is open and spacious and placed next to a full-size kitchen.
The venue required us to have a coordinator (a day-of or dedicated wedding planner), which is honestly a blessing in disguise for those against a coordinator. They provided a very long list of recommendations which brought us in touch with most of our vendors. The location was great, and the ceremony was breathtaking. Luckily, the venue provided a backup location in case of bad weather (we did not have bad weather). They managed our linen order and allowed us to use their stock of wedding decorations (easels, extra tables, cake stands, lamps).
We truly appreciate that this venue did not price gouge us or limit our creativity to specific vendors or enact a multitude of rules that others venues in St. Augustine try to do. We were able to bring our alcohol and choose our vendors without limitations. Finally, we were lucky enough to bring in the stuff for our wedding the day prior and store it in a locked room before the rehearsal (I believe this is only allowed if there are no events the night before). I honestly do not have anything bad (or anything deserving of less than five stars) to say about the venue, but that it’s a uniquely beautiful venue with a kind and responsive staff who work hard to make our dream wedding a reality. My husband and I recommend this venue to every couple planning a wedding or event in St. Augustine and would not make any changes if we could have our wedding again!
The River House was everything I could've dreamed of for our wedding! Our theme was "elegant/royal" and the River House has ALLLLL the little touches to make it so perfect. From the gorgeous entrance, to having nice spacious rooms for both bride and groom, to the library for cocktail hour and great pics, to the beautiful reception area that is classy but you can make your own, finally to the back where you can have a stunning ceremony with water/boats/dock & the light house in the background. Also the fact that they provide parking is HUGE in St Augustine. Constance provided superb customer service with quick responses and answers to any and all questions. The walk through was super helpful.. between her and my coordinator they thought of everything and it went so smooth. The two ladies who helped make things run smoothly the night of the wedding were so sweet and helpful too! I'm so thankful I picked this venue!
My husband and I highly recommend getting married at River House. It is in the perfect location--just outside of the hustle and bustle of downtown St. Augustine, but still within a half mile. The option of the outdoor ceremony (on the river!) and indoor reception is perfect for a Florida wedding. The team there is amazing and worked so well with our wedding coordinator and vendors to make sure our day was perfect.
This venue was a dream! Constance and everyone at the venue helped to make your day go as smoothly as possible. It's the perfect location for weddings in downtown St Augustine. It has parking and is a little off the beaten path of downtown but easily accessible for anyone staying downtown. Our ceremony was held outside on the river. They also have the plan b option to move it inside if the weather doesn't cooperate. Our reception was a mixture of inside and outside which gave our guests the ability to space out if they wanted or felt more comfortable doing so. They keep the grounds in spectacular shape and the team goes out of their way to help in any way that they can. Thank you so much River House for such an amazing day!
Wedding day was perfect. Constance and everybody at River House, take your event personally and seriously. No detail was overlooked. River House is still a somewhat "newcomer" to the venue circuit, but you wouldn't know by looking at it. If you want your wedding in St Augustine, you want it at River House. The online photos really don't do it justice! Give Constance a call, and take a visit. You'll feel welcomed from the moment you step foot on the grounds, knowing you've found the right place. From start to finish (and beyond), the professionalism and attention to detail were unsurpassed. I just cannot say enough positive things to express...
The River House was the venue for my recent wedding and it was absolutely perfect! They were wonderful to work with and very accommodating. Not only is this a beautiful location the staff was so friendly and welcoming. Constance was a dream to work with, she made everything so easy. Her and the staff stayed in touch with me throughout the planning process and made the wedding day a breeze. I didn't have to worry about anything. Thank you for helping me to have the wedding of my dreams!
River House in St. Augustine, FL is an amazing venue! From the beginning, Constance and her staff were very professional, responsive and accommodating. You can't beat the view of the river and the lighthouse which made for excellent pictures! They also have plenty of free parking which is a huge plus when it comes to venues in St. Augustine. Highly recommend!
Constance and her team are A DREAM! From the beginning to end, they helped
make our wedding wants and needs a reality. The River House is a wedding reception venue GEM! The ballroom, library, outdoor patio and dock, even the front entrance, the entire place is the PERFECT place to get married. We met with other venues before who acted as if they were doing us the favor by letting us get married there, NOT Constance and the River House. I can’t thank them
enough for helping make our wedding day the most beautiful, special and PERFECT day!!
The River House is the perfect place to get married!!! It is so spacious and in such a gorgeous location. All of the guests at our wedding were commenting on how beautiful it was. We did the ceremony and cocktail hour outside and had the reception inside. We had about 200 people and did a plated meal (way too big for a buffet) catered by Mai Oui. The Chris Thomas Band performed at our wedding and there was plenty of space for them to set up on the dance floor and we were still able to dance. Our cake by Crème de la Cocoa was displayed on the piano surrounded by beautiful florals done by Tula Rose. Chris Conrad Photography and Take One Productions captured all of the beautiful moments from the day. Constance (with the River House) and the Eventful Gals made sure everything was perfect for the big day.
The River House was a beautiful venue for our wedding, especially the back patio. I can't say enough good things about Constance who was so helpful in the planning process and able to answer any and all questions I had throughout the whole process.
Not only is the River House the most beautiful venue in St. Augustine, Constance and her staff are the best! I had both my ceremony and reception there on 11/11/17, and it was wonderful. When I first booked at the River House, they provided me with a list of recommended vendors, which was extremely helpful during the planning period. Finding the right vendors can be overwhelming, and I found their list a great place to start. In fact, I believe that everyone I hired came from that list! They did require that we use one of their approved caterers, but there were lots of great ones from which to choose. Constance also helped me with all of the little venue details - from general set up and deciding on a floor plan for the reception to choosing linens and napkins (even on which napkin fold I wanted). Every call and email was quickly returned. I never worried about how things would turn out with them, and I was right not to. On the day of our wedding, there was a nor'easter coming in. Even though the River House has a great back up plan in case of inclement weather, I was so worried that it was going to rain and we would not be able to get married on the patio in front of the water. But Constance assured me that she had been watching the forecast and was confident it would not. Her calm and positivity helped reassure me, and she was right! It was a little windy, but, sure enough, the rain stayed away and we were able to have the ceremony we had envisioned. Everything was gorgeous, and I cannot thank Constance, Madesyn, and the rest of the River House staff enough for helping to bring our wedding vision to life and make our day so amazing!
We got married at the River House on 9/30/17 and it was absolutely beautiful. We fell in love with the River House as soon as we saw it! Right in the heart of downtown St. Augustine with great views, we knew it would be the perfect place for our wedding. What we loved about the River House was it could hold a decent amount of guests comfortably and we were able to provide catering of our choosing along with a host bar where we could provide our own alcohol. Constance and staff were professional, helpful, responsive and organized. Despite the rain,they really went above and beyond to make our day special.
If you are on the search for the perfect place for your Fairy tale wedding, you have found your venue! The River House Events has a huge open spacious ballroom, as well as a gorgeous waterfront out door area. Our guests can not stop talking about the breath taking views on the dock, the out door sitting area and the HUGE dance floor. Constance and Madesyn were so easy to work with and great with communication. Any question, concerns or suggestions I approached them with they were able to answer and help. Our final walk through and the weekend of our wedding they made it easy for us to drop everything off and feel at ease and stress free. You are able to provide your own alcohol here which was a huge money saver!
We had originally came to St. Augustine to look at The White Room and then we found this hidden gem! We are so glad we did because it had so much more to offer. Look no further, there is no better venue!
Loved this venue! It is set off from the "tourist" area of St Augustine and one of the biggest selling points was that there was actually a parking lot for guests! (you know how hard it is to find parking in St Augustine). we are our ceremony on the water and you can see the lighthouse on the other side of the river, they had a plan b in case it rained, and the reception was inside. beautiful dance floor and can accommodate up to 240 (we had 145) and it was spacious! Constance was our point of contact and was awesome! Very good with answering emails and very experienced. Flexible venue and even has some décor you can use for your wedding- free of charge (table numbers, easels). I would recommend this venue to anyone!
Constance has been a pleasure to work with thus far and we cannot wait to get married at the River House in 39 days!!
The River House is such a picturesque venue with so much to offer! Our guests loved having so much space to explore and spread out, and enjoyed being able to walk down the dock to enjoy some fresh air. Constance is a consummate professional, and has so much experience in the wedding industry! She was such a pleasure to deal with, was very responsive, had answers to all our questions, and made the whole process so simple and straightforward. I would strongly recommend considering the River House if you are looking to get married in St. Augustine! There are many advantages to choosing the River House over other St. Augustine venues, and it is worth your time to take a tour! The venue sells itself and books up far in advance, so make sure you are setting up a tour as soon as possible.
Constance and her team at the River House were spectacular. My husband and I chose this venue for our destination wedding, and we absolutely loved it. Everything about this venue was outstanding.
The first thing I noticed about this place was how beautiful it was. Every single thing about it is perfectly gorgeous. I first emailed to get prices and yes, it’s a little pricey but it’s most certainly worth it because the place is huge, the views are gorgeous, you get a lot of time there, the chairs, china, tables, table cloths all come with it. Renting that stuff would cost a lot. One thing I loved about it was that the back up plan for rain was still beautiful. Florida summer rain is untrustworthy and getting married inside is almost just as beautiful as outside on the water so that was a huge plus for me. Besides the price though, the people who work there, especially Constance, was amazing. She knew exactly what she was doing. She was great at communication and she had the best ideas. She knew what we should and should do it so it was great. My wedding day was perfect and I had plenty of people come up to me the night of and day after telling me that it was the prettiest venue they have ever seen. I loved everything about the River House and I am so thankful my wedding day was there. The only negative thing I could say about it was that when you put down your deposit, EVEN if something happens on their part: closing, flood, hurricane or the place is destroyed other ways, you don’t get the money back which really irritated us.
The River House was the perfect venue! They have a beautiful outdoor ceremony area that perfectly frames the St. Augustine Lighthouse, and a gorgeous reception area. I love the gold chandeliers in the ballroom, the circular dance floor is perfect for you first dance (and pictures), and they allow you to decorate with lights hung over the ballroom and dance floor, which made the venue feel even more magical. We were blessed with amazing weather on our wedding day and the outdoor ceremony was completely perfect. Constance and the River House team were very responsive throughout the planning process and everything went so smoothly on our wedding day. I would highly recommend checking this venue out for your wedding!
If you are looking to make St. Augustine your wedding destination, then look no further because the River House is honestly the best venue in this city. Constance and her team are such a pleasure to work with. Constance was so patient and helpful each time we came to walk through and plan. The venue is beautiful regardless, but on your actual wedding day when all the decorations and tables are set, the reception room turns majestic! My family and friends are still talking about how beautiful the venue was. I'm so thankful we chose the River House to celebrate our special day!
We looked at all wedding venues in St. Augustine and River House, by far, had everything that we were looking for in a ceremony and reception location. It is such a unique building and location. It creates the feel of a private home with spectacular views. Here are a few reasons why to use River House:
Parking! Anyone who has been to St. Augustine knows what a pain it can be to find parking. River House has ample parking and overflow parking. They had no problem accommodating our 100+ guests.
Scenic Views: Sitting right on the Matanzas River, you get a view of the water and the iconic St. Augustine lighthouse to give all of your guests a beautiful feel for coastal life. We loved seeing the dolphins going for a swim by the venue.
Constance and her Staff: This group is absolutely essential for making a wedding run so smoothly. They were so helpful and quick to answer any questions/concerns even 18 months before the wedding date.
Bridal Room & Groom's Room: These were perfect locations for our group. We had plenty of room, mirrors, and dressing space for makeup/hair touch ups, snack time, and general chill time before the wedding ceremony.
Ballroom: Beautiful doesn't even begin to describe this space. The circular dance floor with an entire wall filled with windows to see out on the water, made this space perfect for the reception and great for a backup rain location. Constance worked so well with all of our vendors in planning for lighting, tables, set up, kitchen needs,etc. The bar is beautiful and served our guests perfectly. They transformed the entire venue into what we dreamed of for our wedding. Ice Cream Sundae Bar in the Conservatory was a hit!!
Catering choice: Many venues force you to choose their catering or one company they use, but River House has a list of approved caterers with MORE than enough wonderful options to choose from. Our favorite was on the list.
From the minute we walked in to the River House we knew it was the place for us. Constance and team were a dream to work with and they went above and beyond to make our day a success! The River House is a great value (you don't have a lot of vendor restrictions) and honestly reduces a lot of headaches and stress, their packages include china, silverware, tables, linens and gold chiavari chairs so you don't have to run around and find another vendor to do this. All of our guests were raving about how beautiful the venue is. Our day was perfect and we can't thank the River House enough!
I could not have been happier and can not say enough good things about The River House. The venue itself is breathtaking. We worked with Constance who was so wonderful. She responded to all of my emails right away, even when she wasn't working. It rained on the day of our wedding and the ladies of the river house were outside wiping down the chairs minutes before our wedding began. Again I cannot say enough good things about The River House and their employees.
For starters, the River House is one of the most picturesque venues in Saint Augustine! It was absolutely perfect, the spanning backdrop of the water and Saint Augustine Lighthouse made for a great utilization of the patio space by our Guests (and was wonderful for pictures)! Additionally, it is truly a luxury of space (especially among bustling Saint Augustine). Our guests had the luxury of parking on-site at no additional costs or stress to them, and the venue affords the WHOLE space to the dedication of your particular event! This was one of my favorite aspects, among the space and wonderful service from the staff we felt at home at the River House. We did not feel as though we were renting a room for a temporary time, but rather we were afforded the opportunity to roam freely from the main ballroom to the library, dock and beyond. We heard nothing but rave reviews from our guests about the venue selection, and we could not have been happier!
I think it is also essential that I include that the River House offers more than stunning perfection in view, but a wonderfully dedicated and professional staff! We primarily worked with Constance when planning our use of the venue, and she quickly became our go to reference for all things wedding! It is evident that Constance knows the wedding and event industry. She had an ease of sharing all of our different options and professionally recommended various vendors that have excelled at the River House previously. We greatly credit Constance to laying the foundation for the perfect wedding! Additionally, the River House staff present for the event were wonderful and extremely detail-oriented! All individuals we interacted with at the River House ensured the event ran seamlessly and we so appreciated their professional and relatable interactions.
I highly recommend Constance, her team and the River House to any couple looking for a Saint Augustine wedding!
Deciding on River House in St. Augustine as the site for our daughter’s June 2015 wedding reception was an easy decision! The location, the space, and the view are absolutely breathtaking! We wanted a venue where our guests could ‘spread out’! Cocktail hour was outside on the terrace where the guests could enjoy the beautiful view of the Intracoastal Waterway and the St. Augustine Lighthouse! The Grande Ballroom was absolutely perfect for our reception with plenty of room to seat our guests for dinner, and the ballroom dance floor is extra spacious, which was a must for our party, since our guests danced the night away! By the way, all of our vendors were thrilled to be working at River House!!! Constance (and her team) was beyond helpful from the beginning stages of planning through the end of our reception. Don’t be shy about asking her anything when planning your wedding! Constance’s expertise in planning a wedding reception was extremely valuable, and she is the reason our daughter and husband, along with our guests experienced a wonderful and fun reception!
The Riverhouse was the best location for Jose and I. We are both Florida natives and enjoy spending our weekends in St Augustine. One of our favorite locations to visit is the lighthouse. The Riverhouse is conveniently located on the Matanzas river directly across from the lighthouse. The Riverhouse is beautifully decorated and called for minimal decoration on our part! The staff was amazing and Constance will do everything to help make your day a dream come true.
The River House was the perfect venue for our wedding. The view overlooking the water as we said our vows was absolutely amazing. Everything went so smoothly and the River House staff were really great to work with. The only downside was that we had to bring everything in ourselves (alcohol and all of the decorations) and couldn't bring it by the day before because they had a wedding. They only allow vendors to come in a few hours beforehand, which is fine except we had to have some of our friends drop the alcohol off with not much time for them to spare to get ready for the wedding. But they ended up coming a little earlier than the official time and the staff were really nice and accommodating.
Overall it was an amazing venue and I couldn't have imagined a better place to have our wedding.
When my husband and I first saw the River House, we knew right away it was the perfect venue for us. It's right on the water so the view is beautiful (and hosts sights of the lighthouse, where we happened to get engaged!) and it's close to downtown St. Augustine, yet far enough away that you can't hear the noise of the city. The reception hall is perfect for large parties, or intimate gatherings. The circular ballroom floor was so romantic during our first dance. The best thing about this place is you don't have to do much decorating because it looks great on it's own! My only complaint about The River House is the rules and restrictions are a bit extreme. (Like no sparklers for your exit? That was bummer.) And when they tell you "your wedding is the only wedding that day" they do mean that, but you only have a short amount of time to have your wedding. You have 8 hours and if you want more than that you pay (BIG) for it. People shouldn't have to pay $100 per extra hour (but they'll only give you two extra hours before your ceremony, no more than that) just so their vendors have enough time to get the venue set up. That stressed my decorator out a bit, which I understand! My coordinators and I had to BEG for me and my bridesmaids to be able to show up even just 15 minutes early just to get dressed. Eventually they caved and gave us the half hour without charging, but I thought that wasn't right. It's stressful enough planning a wedding, they shouldn't add more stress by constricting couples with the hours of their ceremony and reception. With all that said though, it's a wonderful venue and the wedding went perfectly!
The River House is such a gorgeous venue!! We worked with Constance a lot and she was such a pleasure to work with. Our wedding was perfect.
Constance and the team at the River House were wonderful to work with. They helped out with every detail you could possibly think of when planning a wedding. The venue was beautiful. The outdoor area is beautiful with a view of the St. Augustine lighthouse and the indoor ballroom is so extravagant with a great dance floor for the reception. This venue was everything I could have asked for!
I looked at many venues and the River House took my breath away the moment I walked in. The service is also amazing. I couldn't have asked for a better venue for my wedding.
We had a great time at the River House. The staff is amazing, and everyone said the venue was beautiful. Definitely need to book early, but it's worth the wait!
We knew when we first saw The River House that it was the perfect setting for our October Wedding! Constance and her staff were more then helpful leading up to the day and on our wedding day, we could not be more pleased with our event here! I don't know what kind of magic they had to work to get the dolphins to jump and the double rainbow to hang, but our day could not have gone better!
I loved everything about that place and the people who work there are wonderful and very helpful . Such a beautiful place
Bill and I looked at many venues and left each a little disappointed, feeling like we just may have to settle. Then we found the River House. This was the perfect venue for us as it had all of our must-haves: an outdoor area for cocktail hour with a killer view, a large, open, outdoor feeling reception room, a large dance floor, and in a great location. Constance and her crew were a joy to work with. I highly recommend visiting the River House and considering it for your event, you won't be disappointed.
As soon as my (then) fiance and I walked into the River House and met with Constance we knew immediately that this is the place we wanted to have our wedding ceremony and reception! We booked it as soon as we went over the details because it was so highly rated. The River House is a great value for the money and honestly reduces a lot of headaches and stress since in their packages you can use all their china, silverware, tables, linens and chiavari chairs all included in the price so you don't have to run around and find ANOTHER vendor to do this. Also, the huge beautiful circular dance floor is perfect with a backdrop of the intracoastal and lighthouse. Everyone always says "Oh don't get too stressed on your wedding day because something is bound to go wrong." Well, thanks to Constance and her staff's great help, super personalities and wonderful recommendation of vendors I can honestly say that ABSOLUTELY NOTHING went wrong on our wedding day! All the guests were raving about how beautiful the venue was. All in all if you want to have a spectacular wedding without any headaches (who doesn't?) then you should definitely consider using River House as your wedding venue because I can guarantee you and your guests will not be disappointed!
Our experience at The River House was absolutely AMAZING!!! Not only is the venue absolutely breath taking, but the people are lovely to work with. From the moment I saw this place, I knew it was where we would be married, and when Trip saw it and met the wonderful people, he was sold as well. Throughout the entire process, Constance and her team were incredible to work with, and very responsive and helpful with ANY questions or concerns that I had. When it came down to our day at the River House, it did not go quite as planned due to the weather. Along with everything that we did on our own, the team at River House helped make our special day even more amazing than I could have asked for!!! It was truly spectacular!!
After a lot of searching in the St. Augustine area this was the most bang for your buck. The staff was the most spectauclar staff I could have asked for, they were so accomodating and made our day so special. The view is amazing, and the venue is large and offers wonderful parking (which is hard to find downtown!) I would (and have) recommended this venue to others for any event!
River House is a phenomenal wedding venue - beautifully elegant building with a great view! Our guests were very impressed - many of them made a point to tell us how much they loved the location. If that weren't enough, the staff here is wonderful! Constance is a pleasure to work with - she even helped answer questions that had nothing to do with the venue.
If you are getting married in NE Florida - check out this venue - you are sure to fall in love!
The Riverhouse was the perfect place for our wedding! Our guests could not stop raving about how beautiful the location was and how much they enjoyed being there. What was nice was that is was so spacious, that our guests had options to hang out inside, on the patio, the dock, or even the boardwalk.
The best part of having our wedding at the Riverhouse was working with Constance. From the beginning, all the way through to the wedding day, she was amazing to work with. Constance was always extremely quick to respond to e-mails and calls and never minded assisting us by giving us vendor reccomendations. She also went out of her way to add special personal touches on the wedding day and made the entire planning process so smooth. I also want to acknowledge Betsey and Elise, the staff from the Riverhouse that coordinated the wedding the day of. They were truly remarkable to work with and were extremely friendly. They were like ninjas on the day of the wedding and set everything up really quickly. I highly reccomend the Riverhouse to everyone looking to get married or host an event. The location is sensational, the staff is truly remarkable and made the entire planning process easy and enjoyable, and finally, the amount of things that are included in the package price made planning a lot simpler. It was truly the best day of my life and I couldn't be happier with how everything turned out.
We cannot say enough good things about River House!! First and foremost, Constance and her staff are an absolute pleasure to work with! She is extremely quick and efficient responding to emails and phone calls, and literally held our hands through the entire planning process. We asked so many questions while planning, and she was just such a breath of fresh air to work with! Every detail was executed exactly as we planned and discussed, and turned out exactly as I pictured it to look!
This venue literally has everything you could ever want in a reception hall! From the huge wooden front doors, to the library, to the terrace, to the ballroom, and to the dock...it is just absolutely perfect! We looked at two other venues before we went to River House, and the moment we opened the front doors we knew it was exactly where we wanted our reception!
The prices for River House are also very reasonable, and some of the cheapest in the area! Granted, you only get the facility for 8 hours total even though they only do one event per day, and if you want to add hours it will cost you BUT it is well worth it in the end! Find somewhere else to cut down on your budget, because every penny is worth paying for this venue! EVERYTHING is included, and I mean everything--tables, chairs, linens, china, flatware, glassware...everything! And there are also options of adding things like high-top tables for cocktail hour. We even priced out renting everything we needed invidiually instead of using their things to see if we could save a little money. The price to rent linens, china, and flatware ALONE were more than the difference of the next package up that included all of it. We received so many compliments, many that it was the most beautiful reception and venue that people had ever been to--you don't get a better compliment than that!
Look no further when you are looking for a wedding venue. We can't say enough good things about River House. THANK YOU Constance and to your team for making our wedding day SO perfect!
Morgan & Jeremy Lisby
We were elated with how everything went the day of our wedding at the River House.
Not only is the venue gorgeous, but the staff is superb. Constance went over every single detail with us during our walkthrough and was always extremely helpful, prompt and pleasant when answering any questions that we had by phone or email, no matter how trivial.
The day of our wedding two other staff members were there to supervise, they were also extremely professional and helpful. When we arrived, everything was well underway and setup exactly as we had discussed at the walkthrough. At one point, the clasp of my necklace came undone and dropped somewhere, one of the staff members brought it to me before I even realized it was missing! I couldn't believe that she recognized that it was mine!
Our wedding went smoothly and if there were any problems, I didn't hear about them. All of our guests were talking about how perfect the venue was weeks after it was over.
There is no other place in St. Augustine we would have rather had our ceremony and reception. The bay front view speaks for itself, it's breathtaking.
I highly and sincerely recommend this venue, you will not be disappointed! - Andrew and Margaret Petty
I could not have asked for a better location and venue for my wedding. Everything was perfect!
First of all, The River House is the most romantic, elegant venue in St.Augustine!!! I was looking for a venue that could hold over 200 people, and the River House was one of the few that could accomodate that... AND there is on site parking (which is rare in St. Augustine). I got so many compliments from my guests on how beautiful the venue was! I had my wedding and reception on site and everything was absolutely beautiful! Constance was beyond helpful and responded to every e-mail within hours. The month-of walk through with her put me completely at ease. I would recommend the River House to anybody and everybody!
The River House was the perfect venue for our wedding this past Saturday. From the beginning, Constance was the epitome of what every bride needs in a vendor; she is super responsive, caring, detailed, and fun to work with- she truly made our wedding something to remember for not only us but our guests. We booked over a year and a half ago with them, and Constance quickly remembered anything that we had spoken about each time we talked. I don't know how she does it!! The River House staff was amazing and helpful on our day and truly showed that they love what they do (thank you ladies for all of your assistance on Saturday, I don't know what we would have done without you!!).
I highly recommend the River House to anyone that is looking for a venue that will completely wow their guests. The scenery, service and value is incomparable in the St. Augustine area and you will not regret your decision. Our guests cannot stop raving about the venue, as it truly is a hidden gem in St. Augustine.
Thank you again River House for creating a memory that we will never forget!
My wedding was absolutely beautiful! The River House is St. Augustine,Fl is the perfect setting for a romantic inspired event! Constance was a pleasure to work with and every need and want was taken care of. My wedding was a dream come true!
AMAZING place to have your wedding. Just had my wedding there this summer. The location is beautiful on the water, and Constance is amazing to work with! I would absolutely recommend this place!
Wonderful venue - absolutely beautiful. Constance and her team were a joy to work with.
The river house was a perfect venue for our wedding. It is at a beautiful location on the water in historic St. Augustine, large, and has great visual appeal. Constance was great to work with, highly would recommend.
When we were looking for the venue for our wedding reception we envisioned a beautiful venue with stunning views and an atmosphere that made our guests feel welcome and comfortable. This is exactly what we felt when we entered the doors of the River House. We could just see our friends and family on the observatory dock overlooking the lighthouse laughing while catching up and enjoying the festivities. We thought about our first dance on the beautiful wood dance floor with everyone surrounding watching. We knew this had to be our perfect venue!
The entire team at the River House went above and beyond to make our wedding the perfect day that we had dreamed of it being. Constance is top notch in this industry and truly has the experience that towers above the rest. The memories we have of our wedding day and the River House will last a lifetime and we couldn't even begin to thank them enough for their attention to detail and professionalism throughout the entire process. Check out our wedding photos to see for yourself! www.stephanieandjonar.stephaniewphotography.com
Thank you again River House for making everlasting memories that my husband and all of our guests will cherish for a lifetime. Stephanie and Jonar Delmundo
We used the River House for our wedding ceremony and reception. During the planning of the wedding the River House coordinator seemed to have everything handled and we even did a 30 day walk thru of the wedding day. However, the coordinator was not there on the day of the event and the 2 staff that were present were completely useless. There doesn't seem to be any communication passed onto the staff from the coordinator as on the day of the wedding the staff who were present did not seem to know any of the information covered during the walk thru or that was covered during the counteless emails and phone calls to the coordinator during the wedding planning process. The staffspent much of the day hiding in a back room. When asked to help with things one of the staff responded with "Thats not my job". As the Bride I had to work my entire wedding day and not only set up but then also had to tell them how everything was supposed to be done. It seems to me that if the staff could have just looked at the 30 day walk thru then the event would have gone as planned. I was prepared for a few things to do wrong on the wedidng day but not everything. It was soooo stressful and a complete let down. The location is beautiful but I would not recommend this vendor.
River House was our dream location!! We always wanted to get married in a church and then later decided against it...when we saw how beautiful the ceremony setting was at River House!! All of our guests said that it was the "picture perfect" location to have a wedding. Constance and the staff were exceptional. They were always available to help or answer any and all of our questions/concerns. Our wedding day was more than perfect thanks to River House. Choosing River House to have your wedding is the best decision that you could ever make.
Amazing place! Has parking, a amazing view, the staff helps out.Everyone will remember the River House! Dance floor is to die for! Just a Wow place!!!
I just love everything about the River House. The location, the set up of the venue, the ballroom, the service of the staff and especially Constance. She is such a wonderful hostess to work with. We especially liked that we had the entire venue to ourselves for the entire day. All the guests were very impressed with the River House. I would want to get married all over again!
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