Leave Behind the Echoes of Love
Holds ceremonies and receptions
AWARD WINNER (1X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Located in Orlando, FL, Wanderlust Okto is a wedding venue in a beautiful farm landscape. Situated only five minutes from Orlando International Airport, this getaway is ideal for those near and far. Surrounded by the picturesque sites of Lake Nona, Wanderlust Okto is a truly dreamy escape.
Fashioned with two barns, this property features a landscape filled with ponds, wildlife, and expansive views of the sky. Complete with watercolor sunsets and ethereal moonrises, Wanderlust Okto lives up to its mystical name. Utilizing the concept of an octopus' two hearts contributing to a third, this venue brings together two individuals, creating a partnership. As travel largely inspired the owner of Wanderlust Okto, couples are encouraged to enjoy their time, living happily and fully. Love is a transcendental concept here, flowing from one corner of the property to the next and beyond. As a driving force behind the restoration and presentation of Wanderlust Okto, this inspiration is apparent throughout the build, decor, and services.
Wanderlust Okto is pleased to offer a range of services to help couples remember one of their most special days. Arrangements for bar setups can be made, as can the provision of food and catering. To accommodate weddings taking place on the property, this venue is happy to provide a tent and various other rentals. Outside of its five acres of land, couples and their guests can easily access the world of Disney. The Magic Kingdom's amusement park is approximately 15 minutes from the estate, meaning that an excursion is easily accessible. To learn more about Wanderlust Okto, you can reach out to the owner with any questions you may have.
Hispanic or Latinx-owned Business
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Backyard
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Beach
Waterfront
Estate
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Bar Rental
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Destination Wedding Planning
Food & Catering
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
Se Habla Español
Wedding Design
Rentals & Equipment
Tents
Service Staff
Transportation
Awards and Affiliations
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Reviews
5.0
out of 5.021 reviews
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Wanderlust Okto is highly praised by reviewers for exceeding expectations with the beautiful aesthetics, exceptional service, and helpful staff. The all-inclusive package, including catering and DJ services, made wedding planning stress-free and enjoyable. Guests were impressed with the food, ambiance, and attention to detail, with many mentioning the convenience of staying on the property. Erik, the owner, received glowing reviews for his attentiveness, generosity, and dedication to creating a memorable experience. Reviewers highly recommend Wanderlust Okto for its uniqueness, magical ambiance, and outstanding customer service.Review photos
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cesar p
5.0
2/24/2026
We had our wedding at Wanderlust Okto and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the servers to the bartenders to even security — every single employee was on...
point, professional, and genuinely helpful the entire night. You can tell they care about what they’re doing.
The location itself was clean, beautiful, and absolutely perfect for our wedding day. Everything was set up smoothly and ran without any issues.
Erik, the owner, was super accommodating and extremely communicative throughout the whole process. Planning a wedding can be stressful, but he made everything feel easy and handled. When the day finally came, it honestly went better than perfect.
If you’re looking for a venue that will make your wedding day stress-free and run flawlessly, I highly recommend Wanderlust Okto. Couldn’t be happier with our decision.
Justin B
5.0
2/23/2026
We are SO happy we chose Wanderlust Okto for our venue!! Erik and his staff really exceeded our expectations!! We hired their decorator Aidee and she did a phenomenal job!! She too...
k my vision and made it a reality! The house on the property is beautiful and made it so easy for me and my bridesmaids to get ready on the day of my wedding. Being able to stay there the night before was so convenient and a major selling point for us. All of our guests were blown away with the aesthetics of the venue and especially impressed with the food! The staff were incredibly helpful and took such great care of us! We thank Erik and his staff SO much for helping us make our dream wedding come true!! We will always highly recommend this venue to anyone!!
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Desiree R
5.0
2/23/2026
We are extremely grateful with the Wanderlust Okto team. They truly went above & beyond to make this day special. Everything turned out so wonderful and we’re truly appreciative to...
the hospitality and the attention to detail. They made us feel right at home.
Having access to the property starting from 8am made it extremely stress free and convenient too🩵
We loved everything!
Amazing food, amazing vibes, amazing venue!
Levina R
5.0
1/30/2026
Wanderlust Okto was the one stop shop that we wanted and more! With Erik’s help we were able to successfully pull off a beautiful wedding in a month and a half. Erik, his team, an...
d recommended vendors made it absolutely flawless and stress free. Erik was super understanding, responsive, and involved. You can tell he really cares and loves what he does. Everything about this property is detailed and intentional. The food was amazing; we will be thinking about the risotto rice for the rest of our lives. The property is beyond beautiful- there are so many areas to utilize depending on your vibe. We also were able to stay on property for the weekend which allowed for us to have intimate time with our wedding party and enjoy the venue for more than a day. We are so sad that our wedding day is over because we absolutely want to throw another one.
Lorraine P
5.0
11/10/2025
Oh my goodness, this venue was THE ONE! I can go on & on about our experience.. The Owner Erik helped us with basically everything!? Catering, DJ, day-of coordinator, photobooth an...
d even had photographer and decorator recommendations. It was truly a one-stop shop! Everything was exactly what we wanted and soooo much more.
Erik was accommodating, understanding, incredibly generous, and extremely kind!! His team was a 10/10 — every detail, down to the food, exceeded our expectations.
Please, if you’re on the fence, just book it! I would 100% recommend them. I promise you won’t regret choosing Wanderlust Okto!!
Griselda R
5.0
10/28/2025
If you are in central Florida, and looking for an all-inclusive, budget friendly venue, Wanderlust Okto is your place. Everything from the ambiance, the food, the music, all was si...
mply amazing. We are even considering doing future family reunion at this place. Guests loved it as well. The wedding coordinator (Joyce) was also so helpful and great to work with. The DJ was amazing, the bar and wait staff, we have nothing but great reviews for this place. Thanks Erik for making our day Memorable! Wenz & Griselda
Lauren B
5.0
6/14/2025
This venue was exceptional from planning to execution. Erik and his staff were so thoughtful and truly over delivered. I would absolutely recommend this venue!
Courtney F
5.0
3/20/2025
This is a wedding venue like no other! It is so unique, magical, and absolutely one-of-a-kind! Both the indoor barn and the outdoor parts of the venue are gorgeous. My husband and ...
I chose to have our wedding completely outside. We were able to have three different areas outdoors for the reception, cocktail hour, and ceremony. The guests loved being able to go from place to place and it just flowed together so perfectly. The lighting, chandeliers and open skies made our night time wedding absolutely stunning for guests and photos! Erik has put so much work into the beautiful landscape, lighting, and outdoor layout that the only decor I needed were my centerpieces for my tables And a few things to make my wedding my own like signs, etc. Everything else was already there and absolutely beautiful.
Erik went above and beyond for me by hanging disco balls, and he even surprised me and had his neighbors chickens For the day for my wedding because I love my chickens and am known for being a crazy chicken lady. That alone gives this place 1 million stars! Erik is attentive to the individual needs of the bride/groom as well as the guests. He puts so much detail, heart, and soul into everything he does. From the Airbnb, treehouse, to the actual venue itself. We loved having it all in one place as well. as the option to purchase the alcohol package and delicious food from his chef! If you want a wedding that stands out above the rest, choose Wanderlust Okto! If you want your wedding to stand out above the rest… Look no other! My wedding was more than we could’ve ever dreamed and we couldn’t have done it without Erik and his venue
Emily M
5.0
11/18/2024
Wanderlust Okto and its Curator were a dream come true 😍 We met Erik a little over a year ago as we began our hunt for the Venue of our dreams. Not only was the space beautiful, E...
rik has a genuine quality about him that helps you feel at ease when discussing business with him. We fell in love with all of the open space the venue has to offer, the many many amenities, and the option to book several Airbnbs right on property. Since meeting Erik his business has grown exponentially and even though our party is over, we are excited to see where Wanderlust will go in the future! From making whole spaces bigger to assisting with ice pick ups Erik and his team went above and beyond to make our vision come to life and give us the perfect wedding day. He was open to adjustments, kept us informed of updates and things happening during our planning process, and even had his wonderful partner Emmy helping on our big day. We experienced rain and had to transition everything inside, normally this would have been a nightmare! For us though, Erik and his team transferred everything seamlessly and figured out solutions on the spot all while keeping us informed and involved in the decision making. He truly cares about the vision of the couple! If you want a venue that is beautiful and was created for all of the right reasons then look no further!! I would recommend this gem to ANYONE looking for a place to say I do 💕 thank you Erik we are forever grateful!!
Wanda C
5.0
11/04/2024
I hosted my daughters wonderland wedding at this venue. It was amazing. The staff was fantastic and the owner Erik was Great. I would highly recommend this venue. Food was also gre...
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Rachel D
5.0
10/20/2024
I could not have imagined our wedding being at a more perfect place!!! From the gorgeous views, to the incredibly accommodating and kind venue owner, Erik, to the PHENOMENAL cateri...
ng they provided and servers! Everything was fantastic and they were all so thoughtful and respectful of our vision for our special day! I highly recommend Wanderlust Okto as a venue. Aside from the amazing aesthetics, my favorite part truly was working with Erik (the owner). Unlike a lot of venue owners, he was very kind and willing to listen to what we wanted to make happen! He also has a few different wedding packages that provide a stay in the house on site the night before the wedding with your bridal party! It is such a beautiful venue and anyone would be blessed to book this place and work with Erik!
Also got to shout out the amazing DJ/emcee Scott from Kings Entertainment! He was so fun and works well with Erik and the venue so definitely recommend booking both of them together!
Ravindra R
5.0
10/14/2024
Our wedding venue was an absolute dream come true! From the moment we arrived, the amazing staff went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was perfect. Their dedication and...
professionalism shone through every interaction, and their genuine care for making our day special was truly heartwarming.
Eric was especially amazing—he really took care of us and went out of his way to ensure everything ran smoothly. Whether it was handling last-minute changes or making sure we were comfortable, he made us feel truly cared for and took the stress out of the day.
Even with some unexpected adjustments, the team remained incredibly flexible, accommodating our requests without hesitation. They seamlessly adjusted everything to fit our vision, and the whole process was stress-free thanks to their calm and capable approach. Their teamwork made us feel like we were in the best hands.
Asha T
5.0
10/14/2024
We recently had our wedding at Wanderlust Okto, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience! From the moment we started planning until the final moments of our big day, the staf...
f went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. They cared about making our day special, and their attention to detail was impeccable. ERIC is phenomenal, honestly, a legend. Even when we had last-minute changes, the team handled everything with ease and grace, making us feel completely at ease. Their professionalism and genuine care made the entire process much smoother than we imagined. They took the time to get to know us, understood our vision, and worked tirelessly to bring it to life.
If you’re looking for a venue with a fantastic staff who will go out of their way to make sure your wedding day is flawless, we highly recommend wanderlust okto. They exceeded all of our expectations, and we are forever grateful for their dedication to making our wedding day unforgettable!
Sara M
5.0
10/01/2024
We feel so lucky to have found Wanderlust Okto! Not only was the location perfect (close enough for our local guests, but also close to the airport for everyone coming from out-of-...
state), but the venue itself is beautiful. It’s like a little, magical modern farmhouse tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The design and aesthetic was the best fit for the theme of our wedding, but, at the same time, Wanderlust also just had so many practical amenities we couldn’t find anywhere else and couldn’t pass up. We chose the package that included the estate house for two nights, which was perfect for us and our bridal party to have a full day before the wedding to set up decor. It was also nice after the reception to have a place on site to be able to quickly store all the decorations and gifts. Plus, it included an outside space for our rehearsal dinner the night before. The parking lot was very spacious and able to accommodate all the cars for our 100+ guest count. The package also included catering and servers, which was so nice to not have to worry about finding a separate third-party. (Plus, hats off to the chef! The food was amazing!) We also really liked how bartenders were included, but we could buy our own alcohol. So many places charge per person, per the hour and it gets so expensive. This way, we could buy the drinks we knew we wanted and offer an open bar the whole time to our guests. What we also loved about Wanderlust was having the inside/outside spaces. If it rained or if it was too hot, we could just move everyone inside. Thankfully, it ended up being a nice January afternoon, so we were able to keep our cocktail hour outside and our reception inside. Lastly, Erik and his staff were amazing. Very professional and everything was on point! Erik was always quick to answer any questions I had. We will always remember the incredible food tasting he set up for us at the estate house, with the perfect ambience and so many delicious options. We knew we were in good hands with Erik and his team. Highly recommend! Thank you Erik and Wanderlust Team! -Sara & Lucky Lucresio
Bree L
5.0
6/09/2024
This venue was absolutely perfect for the vision we had for our wedding. Erik was very easy to work with during the whole process. He was accommodating, flexible, and you can tell ...
he genuinely cared about the experience of the bride and groom. Erik and his staff were extremely professional and helpful, even when there was a little bit of rain, they scrambled to get everything back to perfect. The venue has so many amazing amenities and surprises that really add to the experience as well. I have never been to a wedding here before and every single guest commented on how awesome the venue came out.
We also opted to use the in house catering and are SO happy we did. The food was AMAZING. I had SO many compliments after about the food. I've been to a lot of weddings and I will say one thing people always remember is the food, luckily ours has been known for how good it is!
Overall the entire experience was better than I could have ever asked for and I am so thankful to Erik and his team for focusing so much on customer experience. - Bree and Ryan (RJ)
Glenda H
5.0
3/31/2024
My wedding at Wanderlust Okto on 11/4/2023 was an absolute dream come true! Every detail of our special day was meticulously planned and executed, from the stunning ceremony to the...
cocktail hour and reception. The venue itself is breathtaking, with natural views that provided the perfect backdrop for our photos and videos. Our guests were impressed by the beauty and comfort of the place, and the on-site Airbnb houses made it convenient for our family to stay close by.
Erik, the owner of Wanderlust Okto, and Emy, our wedding coordinator, were exceptional hosts who went above and beyond to ensure that our wedding day was perfect. Their attention to detail and dedication to making our day unforgettable did not go unnoticed. I highly recommend Wanderlust Okto for any event, as it truly exceeded all of our expectations. In my opinion, Wanderlust Okto is without a doubt the #1 wedding venue in Orlando. Thank you, Wanderlust Okto, for making our wedding a day we will never forget!
~ Glenda
Maria Salomé S
5.0
11/01/2020
BOOK your wedding at Wanderlust Okto, you won’t regret it! Our wedding reception was magical thanks to Erik and his entire team. They were very professional, kind, attentive and pa...
tient. Not only did they went above and beyond to make sure our day was special, but they made all of our family and friends feel very welcome. The place is breathtaking, and the sunsets even more! From the moment we met Erik, he made sure to put us first. We discussed our vision and expectations and immediately felt heard and understood. He communicated with us constantly which gave us peace of mind; at this moment we knew our day was going to be perfect. Erik even went out of his way, late at night and assisted us with all the decoration, and made sure my husband and I didn’t have to worry about the small details. The place is so versatile and spacious, it is an open canvas where you can let your creativity run wild. Our guest are still talking about the beautiful reception at Wanderlust Okto! Thank you so much to Erik and his entire team , we are forever grateful for your hospitality and for the wedding of our dreams! Mr and Mrs. Santiago. ♥️
Robyn A
5.0
10/17/2020
After a quick google search earlier this year, we found Wanderlust Okto. Well, we found Erik, the owner, who really makes this place what it is. After going out to see the property...
we knew this was the place we wanted to get married. From that moment on, Erik went into wedding-planner/friend mode and always made sure we had everything we needed throughout the entire process (including day of!) I can’t recommend this property enough. The house feels like home, and the barn(s) and other amazing things he has on the property make it feel like you’re living in a dream. Even though this space was perfect for our “unconventional” dark, spooky, Halloween themed wedding, it’s perfect for something traditional, or something a little southern... it’s really perfect for anything! If you’re on the fence about deciding on getting married here, don’t be... it will be wonderful just like ours was 🖤💕
Angela R
5.0
9/17/2020
Where to even begin with this venue! The owners are absolutely incredible. They are kind, passionate about serving you, and will bend over backwards to ensure you are happy. We mov...
ed our wedding up 2.5 months and Erik was on it! He created the most beautiful wedding venue for us. He was in the middle of renovations and worked night and day to ensure everything was set and ready to go! I’ve never met someone as kind, as driven, and dedicated to make sure that my husband and I had our perfect day. And was it PERFECT! Wow. Wow. I have no words for how amazing our day was. Everything was beautiful, perfect, magical, more than we could have ever dreamed! Thank you Erik! Thank you Wanderlust Okto for EVERYTHING!!
Carmen C
5.0
8/12/2020
It is truly a magical experience. The property is beautiful and beautifully kept. The owner takes full pride and every effort to make your day memorable, beautiful and relaxing. A ...
wedding can be stressful, but being here, it was organized and fun. I enjoyed my day to the fullest and had no regrets about how the day went. It could not have gone any better, it actually went better than I had planned or imaged. It was the little details that made it all come together. They went above and beyond to make the day special. The location is perfect for anybody from out of town and easy to locate. There are near by grocers as well, for any last minute needs. The sunset in this location, is to die for!! Absolutely breathtaking! There are so many photo op spots, it’s hard to not want to take so many. It was an absolute joy to have gotten married here and am so happy that I made the choice to pick this venue. As soon as I did a walk through, I just knew this was my place to have the most precious day a woman dreams of. It really was a dream, I couldn’t have asked for a better day. I truly recommend this venue!
Ashley M
5.0
8/12/2020
This venue was absolutely perfect for the wedding we had visioned for us, the property is beautiful! The host and his wife were there every step of the way to help ensure everythin...
g went as we expected and it put us at ease during the set up. I would recommend this venue and would 100% stay at this location again!
Response from Wanderlust Okto on 08/12/2020
Ashley thank you for the great review and the kind words. We loved hosting your wedding fr...
om beginning to end. The memories you left behind will now live here forever#leavebehindtheechoesoflove Thank You!
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