The Cooper Estate

e venue is even more stunning in person and our guests were raving about how incredibly beautiful the place is, especially the ceremony area. In terms of flow, this venue is great for guest experience because they never get stagnant in one place for too long - they flow from the ceremony area into the open area for cocktail hour, and then into the barn for the reception. Idalia was our venue coordinator and she was absolutely incredible to work with. She made the whole experience SEAMLESS! We probably emailed her 100+ questions over the course of the year and she patiently answered every single one quickly and thoroughly. She became such a trusted resource for us for all things wedding planning and we couldn’t have asked for a better contact!! On the day of the wedding, she put so much care into making sure everything ran smoothly. She thought of everything that we missed in terms of flow (i.e. where should I put my bouquet after the grand entrance and before the first dance? How should we position ourselves for the cake cutting? etc.). This wedding wouldn’t have been the same without her expertise and care. Overall we absolutely loved it!!!! Thank you so much to the whole team at TCE for making our special day so beautiful and memorable!!! We wouldn’t have wanted to get married anywhere else. We also wanted to include some tid-bits that would have been useful for us as we were planning a wedding here. We found these out along the way, so we wanted to share just in case they can help other couples in the future! -After we booked with them, the venue provided a tasting with the caterer so we could select our entrees, hors d'oeuvres, and linens -The venue included valet staff, a bartender, a day-of coordinator (ours was Idalia), a DJ (we had DJ Rey), a cake (we got ours from Edda’s), and in-house catering with servers. -We didn’t realize at first that a cake was included in the venue cost. We ended up ordering from Edda’s South Miami after visiting them for a free tasting. The cake tasted amazing and looked perfect!! They coordinate with The Cooper Estate for delivery so that was one of the easiest things to plan! -Don’t be shy to ask about add-ons, for example the gold circle arch we rented from the venue wasn’t advertised on their website or handouts, but we asked about it and they were able to set it up for us. -In terms of logistics, they will schedule a time to drop off your items a couple days before the event and they take care of set up. -Your signature drinks will be passed during cocktail hour and they typically don’t continue to serve them for the rest of the night unless there are leftovers from the batch. -The DJ will reach out about a month before the event, we were a little worried because we didn’t have a chance to shop around with the DJ like we would for other vendors, but honestly the DJ was amazing (DJ Rey from SCJ events), so don’t stress about this! Those are just some things we wished we knew when we were starting out, and I thought that sharing this info might help make the planning process a little bit easier for other couples. Overall, I can’t stress enough, the Cooper Estate was AMAZING and we’re soooo happy we chose to get married there!!!! [Photo credit: Wild Eyed Photography]

ly need any extra decorations—the space just speaks for itself. And the staff? Absolute rockstars. They’re so friendly, accommodating, and detail-oriented. Every decoration we brought in was set up BEAUTIFULLY. They even have policies that actually make sense (no “just because” rules here), and if you’ve got your heart set on something outside the norm, they’ll do everything they can to find a compromise. We were lucky enough to work with Idalia, our venue coordinator, from our very first tour to the big day itself. She’s an absolute pro—quick to respond, easy to work with, and just genuinely amazing. On the wedding day, she was there at all the right moments, even fixing my necklace when it was on backward right before I walked down the aisle. She thought of everything—like setting aside appetizers at our king table (I believe apps > entrees) and making sure we had drinks ready for photos after the ceremony. The attention to detail was next-level. We went with the rodizio option, and WOW. Our guests are still raving about it! And our DJ kept the dance floor packed all night. It was just one incredible thing after another. The Cooper Estate exceeded all of our expectations. I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a magical, stress-free, and unforgettable wedding experience.

appearance of the entire venue. Would highly recommend!

e often confused and worried bride, she helped ease my nerves and guide me throughout the process. She made all communication timely, easily digestible, and easy to follow through with. Any time I needed her outside of scheduled calls/times, she was there for me. Aside from the emotional support, this place is seriously magical. The natural beauty, the vibes, the style, and the food…. all 10/10. I kid you not, since the food tasting (March 2024), I have been constantly craving their Braised Boneless Short Ribs. After my wedding (January 2025), multiple guests have reached out to me to share just how delicious their food options were and how beautiful of a venue it is. If I had to do this all again, I wouldn’t hesitate to go to TCE again. It will ALWAYS hold a very special place in my heart. P.S. For bookish brides especially….it fits any bookish theme your heart could dream of.

this is a beautiful and intimate venue for a wedding. Our guests are still raving about the grotto, the out-door furniture that we rented through the Cooper Estate for the cocktail area, and the reception food. We had the rodizio-style BBQ, and not only was it delicious, it was presented with such flair that the meal actually got a round of applause when the waiters came out. Idalia, our day-of coordinator and point of contact, was very helpful. She answered every question quickly and clearly. She also helped point us toward a rehearsal vendor when our plans fell through and easily set us up with the Cooper Estate’s chuppah rental when ours broke two days before the wedding. On the wedding day, she also helped my MOH battle my bustle so that my train could be set in time for our big entrance. Overall, the Cooper Estate team was lovely and kept us moving throughout the day so that any wedding chaos was tamed. We felt like we could enjoy our day (and the food) in the moment, which was a big deal for us. You won’t regret getting married here.

Idalia and Regina. Each of them were more than happy to answer our hundreds of questions and go above and beyond to bring our dream wedding to life. The location is absolutely stunning and all of our guests were awed by the estates amazing features. The ceremony space is one you can never forget. The beautiful tropical oasis makes for the most memorable photos. From the minute we toured the space we knew this was the one! The entire venue is beyond space and picture perfect! Our guest cannot stop talking about the food and how well run the day was. We can’t thank the staff enough for catering to everyone’s needs! Anyone who chooses the Cooper Estate is bound to have a beautiful day! We can’t thank the Cooper Estate enough for helping make our day everything we dreamed of!

re process and this wedding had been in the making for two years! And they took great care of us. We messaged Idalia about a hundred times and she responded and was on it every time. Now for the day of… everyone was superb. From the servers to Idalia everything went off without a hitch. The servers were fast and reliable. Everyone loved them. Idalia and there were two other helping her throughout and they were just the sweetest and kindest people. We were waited on for everything, our guest couldn’t stop talking about how amazing everyone was. And the location, when we first got there to see it I knew this was going to be the place. Everything just looks amazing and didn’t really need any kind of decorations. The bridal suite is huge and spacious. The ceremony area was simply divine. The cocktail space was huge and the twinkling lights out side was a vibe. The inside of the “barn” is so magical it felt like we were kings and queens that day. Same thing every one of our guest couldn’t stop talking about how gorgeous the place was. I could go on and on about the whole day but let me just say if I could do it again, I would pick Cooper Estate every time. Thank you guys!!!

lways available for my bazillion questions at what seemed like every hour of the night, and every last detail of how the items we dropped off for setup and display were organized was perfection. Regina, the owner, was enthusiastic and easy to work with; she guided us through our final decisions with patience. I can’t say enough about how much of a bargain this establishment is given everything that’s included in the venue price.

sts traveled from all over the world and could not stop raving about how beautiful the grotto, outdoor area, and dining space was. To top it off, Idalia was amazing to work with and made the whole day feel like a dream. Idalia is an incredible person to work with and her professionalism and over all kind heart truly made this day something I and my guests will remember for many, many years. We couldn't have asked for a better venue or a better team!

and requests we had (there were A LOT!). The ceremony area is breathtaking and the grounds are immaculate! We did using their in house catering and went with their Rodizio Menu option (it's kind of like Texas De Brazil style) The food was GREAT! I even went with a few side options that I didn't taste at the tasting and everything was delicious. The whole team did such a wonderful job at keeping the drinks flowing and handled any concerns. My family and guests were really in awe at how beautiful the grounds are during the day and into the night. The staff service was top notch and everyone loved the food! Idalia ended up being my day of coordinator and really made sure everything was in place and that I had everything I needed! Regina, the in-house planner organized the menu options, linen and utensil options for me. That's another thing they have in-house options and upgrades you can choose from which is a huge plus! If I had to do this all over again I would choose The Cooper East time and time again!

date and we were so excited. Unfortunately April of 2022 we experienced some unforeseen medical expenses and quickly realized we were not going to be able to afford the wedding we had hoped for. We immediately contacted Idalia at Cooper Estate to see if they could work with us to return our deposit. She initially said if our date was booked by another couple, they would gladly return our deposit. She put together a contract for the agreement and we signed. As our hospital bills were piling up, we were so grateful for her understanding.Since it was almost a year from our booked date during peak wedding season, we were optimistic we would get our $5,000 deposit back, which we so desperately needed. After a few months I went by, I reached out to see if it had been booked and was informed it had not been. As August approached and finances were thin, I decided to ask a friend to reach out to see if the date was available. When my friend contacted Cooper Estate, she was informed the date of March 25 was no longer available. I was very excited to hear this news and contacted Idalia, who told me that the date had NOT been booked yet. When I told her my friend had just spoke to her, she scolded me for questioning her integrity as a business woman and said she would never lie about such a thing. Believing maybe there was some miscommunication when my friend called, I decided to wait another month and have another friend contact them. Again, my friend was told March 25 2023 was not available. I called to confirm and again, Idalia told me the date had not been booked. At this point I decided to reach out to a friend who is an attorney for some advice on how to proceed. He has been helping me try to recover the $5000 deposit that Idalia and her team at Cooper Estate signed a contract stating they would return if the date was rebooked. From 3 separate sources that contacted Cooper Estate, the date of March 25 2023 had been rebooked by another couple, yet Idalia has refused to return the $5000, has refused to communicate or cooperate with my attorney when he has attempted to contact her multiple times. I understand if the date hadn’t been rebooked, it is very reasonable of them to keep the $5000. However, the date had been rebooked, they were able to make the money needed off that date. The greed, deceit and manipulation that I have experienced from Idalia and the Cooper Estate during this very difficult time has been desolating.

s our “Day of Coordinator” & took care of everything. We were so relaxed because we knew she was helping us. DJ Rey was also awesome. He got the vibe we wanted for dancing & music. The venue itself is gorgeousssss. Our wedding guests could not stop raving about the beauty & uniqueness of the property. We loved our experience & definitely recommend The Cooper Estate. Best day ever!!!

edding-we had 100 people and it felt perfect, but we probably could have gone up to 120 before it would have felt crowded indoors (we also wanted as much space as possible for the dance floor!). Brides cottage is the perfect space for getting ready and taking super cute photos with the girls, and it had a view of the cocktail space which I loved so I could see people arriving from inside (without them seeing me). There is also a few beautiful spaces just outside of the cottage that are out of view from guests and made a great background for party photos and family formals. Ceremony space is amazing, a green grotto with a few steps down and a waterfall behind the couple which flows until its time for vows to be read. One caution-the steps were slightly steep for our grandmothers, but its an easy fix to send them down with someone strong, or have additional hands nearby the steps to help if needed. I personally had a broken foot while walking down the steps and even in my cast & long dress i had no problems. The cocktail space is amazing, the string lights give such a romantic vibe! we rented all our cocktail furniture directly from the venue (including two sofa sets-The Fred and the Diana Demask set) and our guests raved about the homey feel to the space. We brought in all of our decorations the day before, and Lori (Day of Coordinator)+ staff set up everything outside using some drawings and plans I provided and I felt the whole vision was perfectly put together! The reception hall was the icing on the cake! We actually were sold by the fact that the long table and wooden internal barn reminded us of Viking halls, and a bonus the whole place is so pretty on its own, that décor doesn't need to be over the top. The food, well lets just say its the first thing our guests raved about afterwards! We did the inhouse catering and chose the rodizio menu, Texas de brazil style. I cant rave about the food enough! We also got our cake through this catering package and went with Ruth's cakes from Panchis Bakery, so good! We did the package base for the cake flavor and icing, and upgraded the filling for guava and pineapple, yum! The bar and servers were all on point, our friends loved the two mixed drinks and the staff did a great job of serving everything quickly for our guests. At the end of the night we had sliders served to go, and our guests went crazy over them-one even asked me afterwards if the cooper estate caters outside parties! DJ Rey was awesome too! he did a great job of keeping the dance floor packed until the very end of the night! We provided our guests the chance to pre request songs for the dancefloor and he was able to get them through an apple playlist we created, making it so much easier than just requesting music on the night of. Overall so very pleased with Lori, Regina, Idalia, and the rest of the staff for making our night the greatest! The venues package included so much of what is needed, and really made my wedding planning experience a lot easier. I did the planning myself and almost all of our decor (besides furniture) so having their team available for my many many emails and questions was a great help. would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a great value for their money when selecting a wedding venue :)

also used their preferred vendors- they were each excellent, so ask for the list early in your planning!

ing the year leading up to our wedding. They all worked so incredibly hard to ensure that our wedding was nothing less than perfect. Donna, the day of coordinator, made our day so special. It would not have been the same without her. Any couple having their wedding at The Cooper Estate is so lucky to have this team a part of their special day. We appreciate everything they did for us and ensuring we had a top notch wedding. Thank you so much, Idalia, Donna, and Regina.

egin with the actual venue simply stunning. The amount of extra decor needed was minimal. We didn't want to even add much so we didn't take away from it's beauty! Now the staff!!!!! What a dream team!!! I couldn't ask for a better group to make my vision come true. From Donna, to Idalia, to the whole crew they all deserve a medal for the work they do to make you feel comfortable the whole entire process. I would recommend this venue time and time again.

VERYTHING for me. The number one thing that I was looking for in a wedding venue was a stress free planning process. Thanks to their wonderful team, there was never a time that I was worried about something not working out correctly. I was able to focus on the things that truly mattered in the days leading up to the wedding. I am so grateful for everyone that helped make this day possible. Many of our guests told us that the Cooper Estate was the most beautiful venue they had ever been too.

day off was on point with everything and made it all run so smoothly. We are so happy we did our wedding here, it was a dream.

ad only spent hours watching YouTube videos of other weddings here and there was absolutely no way we could get married anywhere else. In all the times we spoke with Regina, she was so friendly, helpful, and answered all of our questions with such ease. We never felt rushed and truly appreciated each call. She even checked in over the phone after the wedding, which was a wonderful surprise. Thank you Regina, what you have here is so special. For the day of, Donna was spectacular! She really is Wonder Woman and keeps things on track. I don't think I've ever seen someone multitask as efficiently as she does. Speaking to her the week prior really put us at ease as she comforted us and told us she would take care of anything and everything. HUGE thank you! To all of the employees, thank you for being so amazing throughout. The food was mouth watering and to this day, people will not stop talking about it! As a matter of fact, people will not stop talking about the venue and its beauty. Our wedding was more than we imagined. Thank you for the most perfect day. We will forever remember every detail, and how we felt throughout the evening.

ing everything done even after having to postpone due to COVID. She was extremely accommodating to everything we requested & it turned out to be exactly what we wanted! The day of coordinator Donna was a sweetheart! She was on point with everything I requested & kept us on schedule through the entire night. The food was ridiculously delicious! I continue to get feedback from the gusts how good it was and how attentive the staff was. Overall 10/10! If I could give them more than 5 stars I would. I love this venue & the people working it I highly recommend!

to. The barn is taken from a romantic novel, the staff was courteous, accommodating, attentive and very professional. The food was delicious all our guests were amazed of the quality and quantity given. My sincerest thanks to Regina and Donna, which put us at ease with all our worries and made the wedding an unforgettable experience.

because of its uniqueness; from the rustic barn to the grotto ceremony area, to the wonderous landscaping. There was no place like The Cooper Estate the matched my vision. I knew I had picked the right place not just because of its look, but the tremendous staff that works there. Idalia always kept me updated with everything about my wedding, Regina was amazing to work with and helped me envision more of my dream wedding, and Donna was the best coordinator a bride could ask for! Honestly, the list can go on about how amazing The Cooper Estate is. However, to put it simple, I did not have my dream wedding, my dream wedding didn't come close to the fairytale that took place at The Cooper Estate.

lable for my wife’s million questions. The food, decor, and service was perfect. We truly could not have asked for a more perfect day. We highly recommend working with Donna, the day of coordinator. If you want a dream wedding, the Cooper Estate is where you need to have it.

rfect and beautiful everything was! From the delicious food to amazing service, everything was seamless. Donna, the day of coordinator, was on point too! Regina and Idalia were great to work with, professional and always responded to our million questions in a timely manner. Anyone who wants to have the wedding of a lifetime, I HIGHLY recommend the Cooper Estate!

s above and beyond special. My family and I felt so comfortable throughout the entire "wedding process" and we are just so happy. All of the guests of the wedding also felt the wedding was beautiful, of course. I received comments that it felt like the wedding took place in a romantic, fantasy world filled with beautiful flowers and that it was the most special place they have ever come across in south Florida. I know there is quite a lot of work that gets done behind the scenes before the big day, and this team made it seamless. The Cooper Estate also is connected to many FANTASTIC vendors that already are familiar with this venue, which made the planning that much easier. This is the right wedding venue for your big day, I promise!

and the inside was perfect with the farmstyle table made of wood. Everything was absolutely perfect. 10 out of 10

ning process to the actual day of my wedding. I didn’t have to think about a thing. Because of her I truly got to enjoy my engagement and bridal experience. She is the fairy godmother and made all my dreams and wishes come true. The venue is impeccable, from the grounds, to the grotto, DJ, photographer, food and flowers. Everything was so beautiful and everyone was incredibly professional. The bridal cottage is stunning and you really feel tucked away in your own little private cottage to enjoy your bridal time. Regina, Idalia and Donna made my experience so special. I am so thankful they were in my life during this special time. I could not imagine my wedding day without them. My husband and I feel incredibly blessed to have been able to spend our first moment as husband and wife there. It was a magical day that I will cherish forever.

I had the pleasure to work directly with Idalia, Regina and Donna and they really know how to make the process a wonderful experience. It was such a memorable and fun day for us, we are grateful that we were able to take a step back to take it all in truly experience the moment and that wouldn’t have been possible without the wonderful staff and the remarkable Donna Ingram (day of coordinator provided by TCE) .Our friends and family did not stop talking about the venue and food for days. The venue was stunning everything we had asked for. The food was delicious, cooked to perfection with a fabulous presentation. I honestly only have great things to say about TCE, highly recommend.

auty of the venue and the fun at the venue they had dancing with us into the night. Regina and the Cooper Estates team made the process very easy from start to finish, were great with our families and friends on the day-of, offered vendors that ultimately we were happy to have used and also worked well with our other outside vendors. There are many decisions one has to make during the wedding planning process, and choosing Cooper Estates was one of our best decisions!

hey were able to deliver. Whether it was on the menu or not or they had done it in the past, Regina ensured it happened for us. To this day our family and friends talk about the beauty of the venue and the deliciousness of the food! They say it’s like nothing they had ever experienced before. Everything was absolutely perfect! Can we do it again?! 😉

ing at the wedding and anticipating any possible need that we could have . The wedding coordinator, Donna was so profesional and experienced, I have been to many weddings and never met a person more capable at her job . The food (Brazilian style) was amazing ; people at my job are still talking about how good it was. So happy we made the right decision to have our dream wedding here. So thankful to everybody at the Cooper Estate.

to make sure the night not only went smoothly and as planned, but that both my husband and I had a great time!!! She made sure we had time to eat and was just amazing the entire night up until the very end. Our wedding was such a great time and we enjoyed dancing the night away with our friends and family. We can’t recommend the Cooper Estate any more!

venue. From start to finish Regina & Idalia made the process of the planning the wedding very easy. I can’t recommend their day of coordinator Donna enough. She took away all the stress I had and made sure everything ran smoothly. The food was outstanding. The DJ who comes with their package made our first dance go amazing. At the last minute we planned to have everyone join in with us and he helped make that go perfectly. I literally wish I could relive my wedding at the Cooper Estate over and over it was the best day ever!

E!!! She took care of everything leading up and the day of to help everything run smoothly. Food was amazing and DJ selected did great. I HIGHLY recommend the Cooper Estate!!

ery detail and were there for me every step of the way. I will be forever grateful to these ladies for making my day flawless and stress free!!!

t actually was true! Idalia, Regina and Donna were an absolute pleasure to work with and made sure everything was perfect for my husband and I. I would do it all over again in a heartbeat. If you're looking for an amazing, easy and unforgettable experience for your wedding this is the place to be. Thanks again Cooper Estate Team!

ff just made it so much better. Regina and Idalia were always so responsiveness and really try to help in every way that they can!! We recommend to do the food tasting as well, as it is well worth it when it comes to deciding the food and cocktail hour seating options! I got so many compliments for my wedding venue! A big plus for me was all of the amenities that this venue offers! Another plus was that they made sure we (the wedding party) were fully served with food and drinks during cocktail hour! It was just what we wanted after saying "I do." :) HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend this venue! So beautiful!

al and clever the DJ played a wide race of music and stayed to the very end. Whether your having a wedding or celebration of any kind would recommend The Cooper Estate love them.

t believe how beautiful it was and keep commenting on how delicious the food was, we had the Rodizio. Idalia was very helpful during the whole planning process and answered all my question. Donna, the Day of Coordinator, was a amazing to work with. She goes above and beyond to make sure everything goes just the way you want it. Our wedding was everything I pictured it to be and more thanks to this beautiful venue and Regina and her staff.We had our wedding at The Cooper Estate and I could not have asked for anything more beautiful. It was perfect. The venue is like nothing you will find in Miami. Our guest could not believe how beautiful it was and keep commenting on how delicious the food was, we had the Rodizio. Idalia was very helpful during the whole planning process and answered all my question. Donna, the Day of Coordinator, was a amazing to work with. She goes above and beyond to make sure everything goes just the way you want it. Our wedding was everything I pictured it to be and more thanks to this beautiful venue and Regina and her staff.

the coordinator, we understand that there is no rehearsal dinner but the ambiance//atmosphere can be challenging. especially for older guests. Also too many hands were in the pot which made things confusing as far as communication. Wedding party and guests thought we out did ourselves and that the food was amazing along with the venue.

grounds are impeccable from the unique tropical landscaping to the custom iron work made by Regina herself. The catering is also top notch! If you're getting married and want an outdoor wedding with an indoor reception, the Cooper Estate is your place! It has all the charm you could ever dream of!

day of the wedding, everything was just picture perfect. Starting with our first contact of Idalia and Regina, there was always great communication, a great overview of the venue and all have great input and ideas based on their experience. Donna who was the day of coordinator was amazing and helped with my husband plan a surprise guest to come sing for me. Donna makes a timeline breakdown and makes sure you are happy on your day and not worried about the small details because all that is taken care of. Our friends that have been married in other venues always told us the day goes by quick w all the photos and events, they didn’t get to enjoy their day as much as they would’ve liked. At the cooper, you enjoy your day and actually get to have fun and it didn’t just fly by. We got to soak it all in and it was due to the staff taking care of everything. The cooper is a hidden gem and all the Guest can not stop talking about our wedding and they say it’s the best they’ve ever attended. The food was exceptional, the ceremony amazing, and reception everything you could ever want. If you want a wedding stress free and done right with no worries, choose the Cooper Estate you will not regret it!

treated from the moment you first visit to all the month leading to the event. Friends and family often ask my daughter, and I what was the best part of the wedding day, and for both of us the best part was that we did not have to worry about anything because the sense of confidence was there from day one. Regina and her assistant Idalia were amazing always responding to all our questions, always open for any Ideas we had as well as per their expert advised, and multiple choices without pressuring. The entire staff and vendors they recommend for good reasons are absolutely amazing. Everything felt personal and dedicated. We truly experienced a fairy- tale wedding. Thank you Regina for making my daughter 's day the most special day of her life.

st amazing multi-course food tasting prior to the event, which felt like you were in a 5 star restaurant, to the attention to every detail in service and decor. The wedding ceremony in the beautiful grotto was very serene and made for some spectacular pictures. The Cooper Estate is an absolutely perfect, beautiful and unique place if you are planning your dream wedding or special event. Thank you Gina and staff for making this such a special and unforgettable evening.

the bridal suite made our day so different and special. Everything about our Wedding was perfect. The food was DELICIOUS, all of our guests enjoyed the Rodizio style food. The Cooper estate staff did a great job making sure everything went smoothly. We are so happy with everything. Thank you to The Cooper estate for making our Wedding perfect and everything we could have dreamed of!