A One-of-a-Kind Outdoor Wedding Venue in Melrose, Florida
Celebrate love in one of Florida’s most magical and meaningful outdoor wedding venue settings—Rooterville Animal Sanctuary in Melrose. Surrounded by 20 acres of natural beauty, rescued farm animals, and peaceful gardens, your wedding day will be as unforgettable as your love story. Whether you're planning a rustic outdoor ceremony or a heartfelt vow renewal, Rooterville Animal Sanctuary in Melrose offers a truly unique wedding venue experience.
💍 Why Choose Rooterville for Your Wedding?
- Rustic Farm Wedding Venue in Melrose, Florida
- Access to our 20-acre animal sanctuary with over 100 rescued animals
- Covered wagon lodging and a luxury farmhouse included in wedding packages
- Outdoor wedding gazebo, butterfly gardens & rose blooms (seasonal) at the venue
- Packages starting at $2,495 off-season and $3,495 in-season
- Venue capacity: Up to 200 guests
All proceeds from your animal sanctuary wedding help feed, care for, and protect Rooterville’s rescued animals—making your celebration even more meaningful.
🎉 What’s Included in Our Wedding Packages?
Our all-day animal sanctuary wedding venue rental in Melrose includes exclusive access to the sanctuary from 11 AM to 11 AM the next day, lodging, and beautiful outdoor ceremony options.
🐾 Standard Wedding Package Includes:
- Full-day access to Rooterville grounds for up to 50 guests
- Overnight stay in our luxury covered wagons and farmhouse
- Access to restroom trailer and prep areas
- Use of ceremony & reception areas near the wagons
- Time for setup, rehearsal, and tear-down
Additional guests: $15–$20 per person
Capacity: 150–200 guests comfortably
Deposit: $500 (non-refundable to secure date)
Payment plans available
🐖 Add Extra Magic to Your Big Day
Want an unforgettable wedding photo? Request a visit from one of our Highland cows, mini horses, or friendly piggies! For just $50, your own pet can be included in your ceremony too (overnight stays for pets require an additional cleaning fee of $75).
In the spring, our butterfly and rose gardens bloom near the wedding gazebo, creating a truly enchanted outdoor venue atmosphere in Melrose for your ceremony and photos.
🏕 Optional Add-Ons
- Extra nights in the covered wagons or farmhouse
- Tent, chair, and furnishing rental packages
- Sound setup, band/DJ space, catering & bar area accommodations
- Pet participation and animal appearances for photos
Let’s customize your dream farm wedding together—whether you’re hosting a romantic elopement or a 200-guest celebration under the stars.
📅 Wedding Pricing & Seasons
- Off-Season (July–September): Packages start at $2,495
- Peak Season (October–June): Packages start at $3,495
- Additional Guests: $15–$20 each
- Pet Participation: $50 ($75 if staying overnight)
- Venue Capacity: 150–200 guests
📝 Ready to Begin?
Book a tour, of our animal sanctuary in Melrose, reserve your venue date, and start planning the most joyful wedding experience—surrounded by love, nature, and compassion.
Or call/text Elaine directly at (386) 662-4930
❤️ Rooterville: Where Love Feeds Compassion
When you choose Rooterville Animal Sanctuary as your wedding venue in Melrose, you're choosing more than a venue. You're choosing to make a difference—with a celebration that gives back to the animals who call this sanctuary home.
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary is a petting zoo, farm stay, campground, zoo, RV park, botanical garden, park, lodging, wedding venue, event venue, store, and gift shop in Melrose, Florida. It offers a unique blend of interaction with farm animals and luxury overnight stays.