Beneath a Grand Oak.
In the Flower Fields.
On the St. Marys River.
Exchange vows on 246 acres of sanctuary — and gather the ones you love for a celebration as alive as the land itself.
Not a ballroom.
A whole ranch.
Set on 246 untouched acres along the St. Marys River, River & Roots Ranch is a custom cypress and heart pine lodge offering an extraordinary setting for your wedding celebration. Soaring cathedral ceilings, twin stone fireplaces, 3,913 square feet of covered porches, and sweeping pasture views — a backdrop no ballroom can replicate.
As a venue rental, we provide the land, the lodge, tables, chairs, and linens for up to 150 guests, and the magic of the setting. You bring your vision — your caterer, florist, DJ, tent, and décor — and we provide a beautifully equipped blank canvas that is yours for the day.
Picture the morning of.
Coffee on the porch. Your mom in a rocking chair. Your bridesmaids laughing somewhere down the hall. Nobody is rushing you, because nobody else is here. The whole ranch is yours.
That evening you walk out under the oak. The light goes gold, it gets quiet enough to hear the leaves, and everyone you love is standing in one place.
Now picture your tenth anniversary. You drive back out and walk to the same tree. It's all still here, and so are you two.
The whole ranch is yours, from morning light to last dance.
Your ceremony and reception on the lodge and grounds. Tables, chairs, and linens included for up to 150 guests. You arrange the rest.
Friday or Saturday
Exclusive access to the lodge and grounds for your ceremony and reception. Tables, chairs, and linens for up to 150 guests — you bring everything else.
- Exclusive use of lodge & grounds
- Ceremony lawn with natural tree backdrop
- Tables, chairs & linens for up to 150 guests
- Bridal suite & groom's room
- Property access from 9 AM
- Parking area for guests
Sunday – Thursday
The same full-property access, priced for weekday and Sunday celebrations — ideal for intimate ceremonies and destination guests.
- Exclusive use of lodge & grounds
- Ceremony lawn with natural tree backdrop
- Tables, chairs & linens for up to 150 guests
- Bridal suite & groom's room
- Property access from 9 AM
- Parking area for guests
Includes tables, chairs & linens for up to 150 guests. All other vendors must be licensed and insured. Client is responsible for catering, tent, décor, and cleanup.
Two days, so the families are friends before the ceremony starts.
An evening rehearsal dinner on the lodge, followed by your full wedding day. Ideal for couples who want their family to arrive together and make the celebration last.
Friday Evening + Saturday
Two consecutive days on the ranch — an evening rehearsal dinner followed by your full wedding day. For couples who want their family to arrive together, settle in, and make it last.
- Friday: 5-hour evening access for rehearsal (5–10 PM)
- Saturday: Full 12-hour wedding day (9 AM – 9 PM)
- Exclusive use of lodge & grounds both days
- Tables, chairs & linens for up to 150 guests
- Bridal suite & groom's room
- Up to 150 wedding guests · 100 at rehearsal
Thursday Evening + Friday
The same two-day format at an off-peak price. Perfect for couples who want the rhythm of a full weekend without the Saturday rate.
- Thursday: 5-hour evening access for rehearsal (5–10 PM)
- Friday: Full 12-hour wedding day (9 AM – 9 PM)
- Exclusive use of lodge & grounds both days
- Tables, chairs & linens for up to 150 guests
- Bridal suite & groom's room
- Up to 150 wedding guests · 100 at rehearsal
Arrive Friday as two families.
Leave Sunday as one.
Your people, your land, your weekend.
- Friday: Full-day access from noon · rehearsal dinner in the evening
- Saturday: Full 12-hour wedding day (9 AM – 10 PM)
- Sunday: Morning-after access until 2 PM (farewell brunch, cleanup)
- Two nights overnight in the lodge (4 bedrooms, 4 full baths, sleeps 12)
- Exclusive property use Friday noon – Sunday 2 PM
- Tables, chairs & linens for up to 150 guests
- Farm-to-table welcome basket on arrival
What's Always Included.
Every venue package comes with the full cypress lodge and grounds — 246 acres, 1.2 miles of river, and a building that can host everything from the ceremony to the rehearsal dinner.
Our vendor-open policy.
Bring the caterer you love and the band you grew up on. This is your wedding, and it should look like you. River & Roots provides the land, the lodge, tables, chairs, and linens — you bring everything else.
We're happy to share our preferred vendor list with recommended tent companies, caterers, rental companies, and more in the Jacksonville / Nassau County area.
Little extras your guests will still bring up at Christmas.
Pair any venue package with the extras that turn a wedding day into a full weekend gathering.
Up to 200 total max
Subject to availability
County noise ordinance applies
5-hour evening, up to 100 guests
4-hour morning, lodge grounds
Weekend package only
Seasonal local produce & flowers
Golden hour access, 2 hours
Beyond contracted event time
What Couples Ask First.
The questions we hear on most tours. Don't see yours? Send us a note.
Up to 150 guests for a full ceremony and seated reception (tables, chairs, and linens included in every package). Up to 200 guests with our extra-guest add-on at $40/guest.
Couples can exchange vows beneath a grand live oak, in the flower fields in spring bloom, on the lawn beside the lodge, or on the riverbank — each with a different feel and light. Photographers love the sweep across all of them on a single weekend.
We are a venue and land partner. You bring your vendors — caterer, florist, photographer, officiant, and a wedding planner or day-of coordinator — and we provide the space, the lodge, and tables/chairs/linens for up to 150 guests. We're happy to share our preferred vendor list, including planners and coordinators experienced with the property, once you book.
Yes — the Ranch House sleeps 12 in 4 bedrooms. The Full Weekend Experience package ($16,000) includes 2 nights of overnight lodging Friday–Sunday, plus full property access from rehearsal dinner through Sunday brunch.
The covered wraparound porches of the lodge are 3,913 sq ft — large enough to host a full ceremony and reception under cover. You'll never lose the day to weather.
October through May is the most beautiful weather window. Spring brings the flower fields into full bloom; fall offers cooler evenings and golden light. Off-season rates are available for January, February, July and August.
Private tours are offered any day of the week by appointment. Bring your planner, your family, or just your partner. Send an inquiry or call 303.946.5768 to schedule a walk of the land.
Venue day rentals run $5,000 (Sunday–Thursday) to $7,000 (Friday or Saturday) for up to 12 hours. The rehearsal-plus-wedding-day package is $8,500–$10,000, and the Full Weekend Experience — Friday through Sunday with two nights in the lodge — is $16,000. Tables, chairs, and linens for up to 150 guests are included in every package.
Yes — with a licensed, insured bartender required for alcohol service. Most couples run a hosted bar through their caterer or a licensed bar service, and $1,000,000 wedding liability insurance (available through WedSure or WedSafe) covers the event.
River & Roots Ranch is in Bryceville, Florida — about 40 minutes from Jacksonville and Jacksonville International Airport. Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach are 55 minutes east.
The lodge, porches, and main ceremony lawn are reachable without stairs, and shuttle support is available for guests with mobility needs to reach the riverbank and further ceremony sites. Tell us about your guests and we'll plan the day around them.
Yes. October through May is the most popular window for weather, with off-season rates in January, February, July, and August. The covered porches and indoor great room with twin stone fireplaces keep both hot and cool months workable.
One. Every booking has exclusive use of the entire 246-acre property — there is never a second event, a shared parking lot, or another couple's timeline to work around.
The wedding party stays on-site in the lodge (sleeps 12). Guests typically stay in Jacksonville, Amelia Island, or Fernandina Beach — all within 45 minutes — and many couples arrange a shuttle for the evening.
The Fine Print, Plain as We Can Write It.
A clear set of expectations so everyone arrives — couple, vendors, and guests — ready to enjoy the day.
- Deposit
- 50% non-refundable deposit to hold your date; balance due 60 days before event.
- Tables & Chairs
- Tables, chairs, and linens for up to 150 guests are included in all venue packages.
- Vendors
- All client-sourced vendors must be licensed and insured. A licensed caterer and bartender are required for events with food and alcohol service.
- Catering
- Full-service caterers only — no drop-off. Caterers must provide staff for service, clearing, and cleanup.
- Insurance
- $1,000,000 wedding liability insurance required; available through WedSure.com or WedSafe.com.
- Music & Sound
- Live bands and DJs welcome; amplified outdoor sound ends at 10 PM per Nassau County ordinance.
- Tents & Structures
- Tent permits may be required; client is responsible for all permits related to their event.
- Cleanup
- Venue must be returned to original condition; client or vendors responsible for trash removal and décor breakdown.
- Cancellation
- Full refund minus deposit with 180+ days notice; 50% refund with 90–179 days notice; no refund under 90 days.
- Capacity
- Standard capacity 150 guests (tables/chairs/linens included). Up to 200 with per-guest fee.
- Pets
- No pets permitted (service animals excepted). Resident ranch animals (horses, cattle) are part of the setting.
- Smoking
- Smoking permitted in designated outdoor areas only; no smoking inside the lodge.
Come walk the land. You'll know in the first five minutes.
Private tours any day of the week. Bring your planner, your family, or just your partner — and let the property speak for itself.