Live Oak Plantation

What Live Oak Plantation does

Live Oak Plantation is a privately held, single-location 22-acre wedding and corporate event venue located at 7874 Beulah Road in Pensacola, Florida, owned and operated by Joe and Donna Meeks. The property sits on a designated Florida Agritourism farm originally established as a pecan orchard in 1930 by Payne Bryant; today 50 pecan trees remain after hurricanes destroyed over 200 between 2003 and 2009. The venue offering centers on Oak Hall (a 5,000 sq ft climate-controlled facility with 18 ft vaulted ceilings and 180-guest capacity), the outdoor Cathedral of Oaks with antique leaded glass windows, the Lakeside Terrace overlooking Lake Blue Heron and Duck Island, and a rustic cabin with historical artifacts. Four of the property's 25 Live Oak trees are registered in the national Live Oak Society.

The company monetizes the venue through three primary streams: wedding and event venue rentals (the core offering, launched as a concept in 2015), paid photography and film location sessions ($75-$800 per session tiered by duration and day), and full-service wedding production packages ($650-$750 including 6-7 professionals). On-site rental decor is provided exclusively through affiliated company Petal & Twig, LLC (owned by Marketing Director Laura Munro), creating a captive vendor relationship. Agritourism demonstrations and educational collaborations with Beulah Academy of Science, FAA chapters, and the University of Florida turf sciences program extend the property's commercial use beyond weddings.

Distribution is direct-to-consumer: all bookings are processed via phone (850-449-2100) or email ([email protected]) with weekday tours by appointment, supplemented by listings on WeddingWire, The Knot, Wedding Chicks, and InWeekly. There is no online booking system, no public API, and no proprietary software platform. The venue has accumulated continuous industry recognition including WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards (2015-2023), The Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame, and InWeekly Best of the Coast (multiple years through 2024). Geographic scope is limited to the Florida Panhandle / Southeast US market with no expansion to additional locations.

Name

Live Oak Plantation

Legal name

Live Oak Plantation

Website

https://liveoakplantation.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Live Oak Plantation is a privately owned 22-acre wedding and corporate event venue in Pensacola, Florida, operated by Joe and Donna Meeks since 2015. It offers ceremonies, receptions, photography sessions, and agritourism on a historic pecan farm with Oak Hall and the Cathedral of Oaks, serving couples, corporate clients, and event hosts in the Florida Panhandle market.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wedding and Event Venue Services

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Reception Planning & Guest Experience (Seating, Favors, Hospitality) (HSACABAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ceremony Planning & Officiant Coordination (HSACABAL), Wedding Design, Decor & Floral Planning (HSACABAH), Destination Wedding Planning (HSACABAD)

Keywords

• Wedding venue rental
• Event hosting services
• Corporate event space
• Agritourism tours
• Photography location rental

Headquarters

HQ city

Pensacola

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Wedding and Event Venue Rental: Primary revenue from renting the 22-acre venue for weddings, corporate events, celebrations, and private parties. Includes use of Oak Hall (5000 sq ft, capacity 180), outdoor ceremony spaces, lakeside areas, and on-site amenities.
2. Photography Sessions: Hourly or daily photography sessions at the venue for professional photographers and their clients. Fees vary by duration and day of week. Bridal portrait and engagement sessions are complimentary for Live Oak brides.
3. Film and Commercial Production: Location fees for advertisement, commercial productions, motion pictures, fashion photography, and catalog shoots. Negotiated individually based on scope and crew size.
4. Rental Decor Services: Petal & Twig, LLC provides on-site rental decor services including charger plates, linen napkins, uplights, candles, lanterns, eucalyptus runners, wedding signs, crystal vases, bouquets, and floral decor. Laura Munro's company operates as a separate business on the property.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Live Oak Plantation rents a 22-acre Pensacola, Florida event property—comprising the 5000 sq ft Oak Hall reception facility, the Cathedral of Oaks outdoor ceremony space, the Lakeside Terrace, a rustic cabin, a 50-tree pecan orchard, and Lake Blue Heron—for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations for up to 180 guests. The venue includes on-site wedding production staff (pre-wedding planner, day-of coordinator, event manager, custodians), bridal and groom suites, a preferred vendor network, and complimentary photography sessions for booked brides.

Product overview

Live Oak Plantation operates as a single unified venue offering wedding and corporate event hosting services. The core offering is the physical 22-acre event venue providing ceremonies, receptions, and corporate events. Related services include on-site photography session access (Photography & Film), agritourism tours (Agritourism Tours & Demonstrations), and rental decor (Petal & Twig, LLC). Petal & Twig is an affiliated on-site decorating company owned by Laura Munro that operates as a separate vendor at the venue. The venue includes Oak Hall (climate-controlled reception hall), Lakeside Terrace, Cathedral of Oaks, rustic cabin, pecan orchard, and Lake Blue Heron.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Live Oak Plantation Wedding Venue A 22-acre Pensacola, FL wedding venue offering ceremonies, receptions, and complete wedding planning services. Includes the Lakeside Terrace, Cathedral of Oaks, Oak Hall (climate-controlled reception hall with 3800 sq ft reception area and 18 ft vaulted ceilings), rustic cabin, pecan orchard, and Lake Blue Heron; accommodates up to 180 guests.
• Corporate and Private Events Venue Event venue hosting corporate dinners, private parties, showers, anniversaries, reunions, quinceañeras, galas, and Celebration of Life ceremonies for groups up to 180 guests. Features Oak Hall (5000 sq ft climate-controlled building) and Lakeside Terrace.
• Photography and Film Sessions Hourly or daily photography session bookings at the venue for professional photographers and their clients, as well as film and commercial production location shoots. Access provided to Lakeside Terrace, pecan orchard, rustic cabin, Outdoor Cathedral of Oaks, Avenue of Oaks, Duck Island, pier, and Lake Blue Heron. Bridal portrait and engagement sessions are complimentary for Live Oak brides; prom photography discounts are available for local high school students; commercial and film production location fees are negotiated individually.
• Agritourism Tours and Demonstrations Educational tours and demonstrations of agricultural practices including pecan harvesting, cleaning, and sorting operations at the 22-acre working farm. Collaborates with Beulah Academy of Science, FFA chapters, and the University of Florida's turf sciences program. Open by pre-scheduled appointment only.
• Petal & Twig, LLC On-site Rental Decor On-site rental decor and floral design services owned by Laura Munro. Offers consultation and high-end rental decor including charger plates, linen napkins, uplights, candles, lanterns, eucalyptus runners, wedding signs, crystal vases, bouquets, and floral decor. Operates as a separate vendor on the Live Oak property and serves as the venue's exclusive rental decor partner.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Petal & Twig, LLCcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLaura Munro-owned company providing on-site rental decor services at Live Oak Plantation. Offers consultation and extensive collection of high-end rental items including charger plates, linen napkins, uplights, candles, lanterns, eucalyptus runners, wedding signs, crystal vases, bouquets, and floral decor. Serves as Live Oak's exclusive rental decor partner. Laura Munro also serves as Live Oak's Marketing Director.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Callaway Gardens: Large Georgia resort with extensive gardens, lakes, and event venues. Comparable on outdoor garden/lake wedding positioning, agritourism-adjacent amenities, and ability to host ceremonies and receptions across multiple scenic locations on one property.
• The Bowery Hotel: New York boutique hotel and event venue with strong wedding/event programming. Comparable on all-inclusive venue model and bundled production team offering, though operating in a major urban market versus Live Oak's regional estate positioning.
• Belle Meade Plantation: Historic Nashville wedding and event venue operating on a preserved estate with multiple ceremony sites and a museum component. Comparable on historic-estate positioning, multi-venue flexibility, and event-driven revenue diversification.
• Hilton Pensacola Beach: Major Pensacola Beach hotel hosting weddings and corporate events with ballroom and outdoor beachfront ceremony space. Comparable on destination wedding positioning in the Pensacola market and capacity to host large galas and corporate functions.

Direct peers

• Magnolia House Pensacola: Pensacola-area wedding and event venue operating in the same local market. Directly comparable on customer base (Pensacola couples), event style, and competition for brides considering local versus destination-style venues.
• Palafox House: Pensacola event venue for weddings, receptions, and private events in downtown Palafox market area. Comparable on local market overlap, capacity profile, and inclusion on WeddingWire/The Knot listings.
• Eden Gardens State Park: Historic Florida panhandle estate (Point Washington, FL) hosting weddings and events amid centuries-old live oaks and heritage gardens. Closely comparable to Live Oak in geographic market, historic estate positioning, and outdoor ceremony/reception offerings.
• Bella Vista Groves: Florida wedding and event venue set on a working pecan grove. Shares Live Oak's pecan-orchard identity, agritourism angle, and rural-Florida event positioning, making it a strong direct competitor for the same client segment.

Regional players

• Seville Quarter: Pensacola entertainment and event complex hosting private parties, corporate events, and celebrations. Comparable on Pensacola local market overlap and ability to host private/corporate events beyond weddings.
• The Admiral's House: Florida Gulf Coast historic estate venue for weddings and private events. Comparable on Florida historic-property event model, climate-controlled backup facilities, and upscale wedding positioning in the southeastern US.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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