Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club Wedding Photography Guide
A photographer's guide to Jacksonville's most elegant estate
About Epping Forest
Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club
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Epping Forest is a 1920s DuPont mansion on the St. Johns River. It's on the National Register of Historic Places, and once you walk in, you understand why. Spanish Renaissance architecture, manicured English gardens, and river views that go on forever.
We've photographed weddings here ranging from 30 guests in the intimate Gate Room to 400+ in the gardens. The venue flexes to fit, but the bones are always the same: historic details, natural light, and that river.
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Our Work at Epping Forest
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Where We Shoot
The spots we come back to every time.
The Grand Staircase
The interior staircase is where we start almost every Epping Forest wedding. The light from the windows wraps around couples perfectly, and the Spanish Renaissance details frame the shot without us having to do much. First looks here are always emotional.
The English Gardens
Most ceremonies happen here under the old oaks. We position ourselves to get the mansion in the background during the processional—it's the shot that makes people realize this isn't just any venue. Late afternoon light filters through the trees beautifully.
The River Terrace
This is where we sneak away during cocktail hour. The St. Johns River reflects the sky, and if you time it right, you'll catch boats passing in the background. Sunset portraits here are worth rearranging the entire timeline for.
The Waterfront Dock
Most couples don't think to go down here, but we always do. Water-level portraits with the yacht club rising behind you—it's a completely different look from everything else on the property.
Planning Your Timeline at Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club
We don't publish generic sample timelines because they're useless without knowing your wedding date. Here's why:
A 5pm ceremony works beautifully in summer but means portraits in the dark in winter. Your timeline needs to be built around your actual date and what matters most to you.
Light at Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club
The river terrace faces west over the St. Johns River—perfect for sunset portraits. The grand staircase interior gets beautiful afternoon window light.
Time for Photos
We recommend 60-90 minutes for portraits at Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club, covering the grand staircase, English Gardens, river terrace, and waterfront dock.
Timeline Strategies
Sunset Portraits
Want that golden hour magic? We work backwards from sunset. Ceremony ends 60-90 minutes before, giving time for family photos, couple portraits, and catching the best light.
Brunch or Daytime
Morning ceremonies and daytime receptions mean lots of beautiful natural light all day. Great for summer when afternoons can get pretty warm.
Venue Timing Notes
- Private club—exclusive feel
- Multiple event spaces available
Get a Timeline Built for Your Day
Tell us your wedding date, ceremony time preferences, and what moments matter most. We'll send you a custom timeline that accounts for sunset, this venue's best light, and your priorities.
Request Your Custom TimelineEvent Spaces
Epping Forest has options for everything from elopement-sized gatherings to 600-person celebrations. Here's what you're working with:
- English Gardens — Up to 600 guests. Where most ceremonies happen. The oaks, the mansion backdrop, all of it.
- River Terraces — Up to 275 guests. Waterfront ceremonies and receptions with the St. Johns as your backdrop.
- DuPont & Mason Room — Up to 200 guests. The grand ballroom. Crystal chandeliers, the works.
- Gate Room — Up to 70 guests. Intimate, historic, and often overlooked.
- Forest Room — Up to 30 guests. Perfect for micro-weddings or rehearsal dinners.
Epping Forest Wedding Cost
This is a high-end venue—pricing reflects that. It's a private club with in-house catering, and costs vary based on the space, guest count, and time of year. They don't publish rates, so you'll need to contact them directly.
904-739-7200 ・ efyc.com
Planning a Wedding at Epping Forest?
We've been photographing weddings here for over a decade. We know where the light falls, when to sneak away for portraits, and how to make the most of every corner of this property. If you're getting married at Epping Forest, let's talk.
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