Shephard's Beach Resort

Rehearsal 

Ceremony 

Reception

Cocktail Hour

Grand Entrance

First Dnace, Traditional Dances, Toasts, Blessing/Grace

Dinner Buffet

Cake cutting, Open Dancing, Generational Dance, Shoes Dance

Last Dance and Formal Exit

GuestPix online link for uploading and viewing the big day! https://my.guestpix.com/guest/access/137525/hXyXuOMW

Our Wedding

Lightning in a Bottle

Our Story

Annoucement Photos

Desoto Beach

Desoto Fort

The Money Shots

Photos

She's been an amazing psuedo-mom and role model. 

Dana Hayden

I know how that sounds... I'll find a better way to word it.  But he is my best friend and want him walk me down the aisle.

Shawn Hellier

The wife of the Best man but also close friend and my taekwondo sensei.

Chealsey Gaston

Ians Best Friend and the " husband" I compete with. 

River Gaston

Ian's&nbsp;younger&nbsp;brother&nbsp;in&nbsp;full&nbsp;teenager&nbsp;mode.

Wyatt Hayden 

This&nbsp;is&nbsp;my&nbsp;one&nbsp;and&nbsp;only&nbsp;cousin&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;Hellier&nbsp;side.&nbsp;I&nbsp;was&nbsp;a&nbsp;bridesmaids&nbsp;for&nbsp;her&nbsp;wedding&nbsp;and&nbsp;I&nbsp;cant&nbsp;wait&nbsp;for&nbsp;her&nbsp;to&nbsp;be&nbsp;mine.

Kylie Simmons

Wedding Party

Appetizers:Pigs in a Blanket (Fan Favorite)Charcuterie Table w. Artisan Cheeses Sand Dollar Buffet:Ceasar Salad w. Homemade Dressing, Croutons, &amp; Shaved AsiagoPeel n Eat Shrimp w. Cocktail SauceCavatappi w. Alfredo &amp; SpinachRoast Beef w. Au Jus &amp; Horseradish SauceKorean BBQ Salmon w. Pomengranate Sweet &amp; Spicy BBQ SauceChicken Parmesan w. MarinaraMashed PotatoesSteamed Brocolli &amp; CarrotsRolls &amp; Butter

Q + A

FYI on Booking rooms!
Island View Rooms look towards Clearwater, it is city-side, not gulf side. However, if you want to avoid any late-night disturbances from the hotels live music and nightclub then Island may be the best option during your stay. The other two room types do look out to either the pool side or towards the gulf.


Gritty Details:
Courtesy blocks consist of 10 rooms, more can be acquired if needed. A one-night deposit is required by each guest at the time of booking. If you need to cancel, hotel needs at least 72 hours prior to arrival and that deposit is refundable. Any rooms not guaranteed with a deposit will get released back to the public 45 days prior to arrival/wedding date, cutoff date is Sunday Feb 1, 2026.


There is a two-night minimum for weekend stays (Friday and Saturday), weekend rates may or may not have differential.


Main Shephard's Beach Resort website:
http://www.shephards.com/

Click the website button below for a direct link to the hotel booking page with the wedding code applied:

This is a 3 star hotel option for those who dont mind where they stay. This hotels location is about 20 minutes from the Shephards Beach Resort where the wedding and reception will be held. Additionally, this hotel is also about 20 minutes from the main Tampa international airport. 

If you have any questions, please feel free to ask!

Clarion Inn & Suites Central Clearwater Beach

Travel

Located on the beach behind Shephard's Beach Resort. Rentals for jet skis, kayaks, paddle boarding, beach lounge equipment (chairs, umbrellas and tables). To operate a wave runner in Florida you need to have a boaters safety license, which Making Waves can help you apply for. This is a state requirement due to high risk for all people out on the water.

Madison & Ian

Madison & Ian

Q + A

What is the parking situation for guests driving to the resort?

Food Options during Buffet?