Victoria 1883
Tucked within the shorelines of east central Florida in the beautiful New Smyrna beach area, Victoria 1883 offers more than a bed & breakfast and event venue but a complete experience. The Victoria 1883 experience, leaving guests with meaningful moments transformed into cherished memories, starts with the carefully designed spaces themselves.
Located less than sixty miles from downtown Orlando, Victoria 1883 proffers a lavish east garden with a stately oak tree and river views before moving into the west garden. Here, Magnolia and palm trees are complemented by warm, romantic lighting. The brick-paved courtyard is enhanced through a charming fountain and pond. Guests will be enthralled by the cleverly tucked-away speakeasy experience and accompanying garden spaces.
Such grounds were custom-crafted to help you create your next meaningful moment—whether event, stay, or more.
To us, Victoria epitomizes the fullness of family. Each story Victoria creates adds to our rich legacy.
Built around 1883, this iconically beautiful home is the longest standing structure in the quaint and historic district of New Smyrna Beach.
It’s story is about human connection. Daughter of one of New Smyrna’s pillar families and first residents, Victoria Sheldon grew up familiar with the creativity of the building process.
Her family formed a sixty room hotel on top of the Old Fort Park mound, an expansive housing space said to be “the finest hotel south of Saint Augustine.” However, tragedy was soon to strike as a Union Navy bombardment was to ravage the town and destroy much which was once loved.
Nonetheless, Victoria’s deep roots in creativity and commitment to her family’s estate were unmoved. Having met and married Edmund Kirby (E.K.) Lowd, the Lowds began their own dynamic building and entrepreneurial ventures when they created an imaginative space for learning—the Ocean House.
With time, their ventures allowed them to establish their namesake Victoria Estate, a structure still standing to this day. E.K. passed on four years after the house’s formation, and Victoria followed him on the exact date five years later.
The inscription on E.K.’s tombstone reads “A light from our households is gone / A voice we loved is stilled / A place is vacant in our hearts / That can never be filled.”
Twenty years later, the Victoria Theater was built and provided performances and entertainment as meaningful moments to many. Now, through the Victoria Estate, even more meaningful moments are being transformed into lasting memories.
E.K. and Victoria’s heart for this home shines clear, and its family legacy of light and love continues on not through the Sheldons but now through the Spooners.
AMENITIES & DETAILS
Ceremony & Reception
Ceremony & Reception Ceremony Only
Ceremony Outdoor
Reception Only
Reception Uncovered Outdoor
Get Ready Rooms Included
Wedding Planner Required
Catering - Preferred List
Bar - Choose Your Own
Liability Insurance Required
Handicap Friendly
On Site Accommodations
Outside Wedding Cake Allowed
Outside Vendors Allowed
Pet Friendly
Free Parking
Host Rehearsal Dinners
Host Bridal Showers
Noise Ordinance
VIDEOS
The Wedding of Hannah + Drew from Adam Lora on Vimeo.
Faqs
What is the average price range for venue rental?
What is included in that cost?
Does the venue provide catering and bar service? If so, what is the average cost per person?
Is there a minimum for booking?
Do you require wedding insurance?
Why do couples choose this location?
What are the top three venue features?
What does a typical wedding day look like?
What other types of events does the venue host?
What gets you most excited about wedding day?
Tell us about a memorable story from a recent event.
Best piece of advice for couples planning a wedding.
View More Package Info For Victoria 1883
Click To View Additional Info Package Info
View Packages