Pelican
$35/guest
2 entrées, 2 sides, bread, salad & dessert
Chatsworth Plantation · Investment & Packages
Thoughtfully Designed Wedding Experiences
Clear pricing. No hidden fees. Everything your day needs.
Our Packages
Packages Built for the Way You Want to Celebrate
Chatsworth packages are designed to keep the experience simple to understand and easy to compare. Your investment is based on guest count, and the inclusions below help you see how the day will flow before you ever book.
All catering and bar service is exclusively in-house, crafted by the Chatsworth team. A 9.45% Iberville Parish sales tax applies to all fees, and a $1,000 deposit is required to secure your date. Saint Gabriel, Louisiana — about 20 minutes from Baton Rouge.
The Celebration
For gatherings of up to 120 guests
Starting at$5,400
Up to 120 guests · Up to 4 hours
- Ceremony & reception venue access
- Choice of ceremony space — Under the Oaks, Celeste Pavilion, Rose Garden, or Brass Chandelier Pavilion
- Tables, chairs & linens included
- Table décor, lanterns, candles & greenery
- Parking & security
- Climate-controlled indoor option (Cristella Veranda)
- Estate grounds access for portraits
- Additional hours available at $450/hr
The Estate
For gatherings of 121 to 175 guests
Starting at$8,000
121–175 guests · Up to 4 hours
- Ceremony & reception venue access
- Choice of all indoor & outdoor ceremony spaces
- Brass Chandelier Pavilion with bandstand & dancefloor
- Tables, chairs & linens included
- Table décor, lanterns, candles & greenery
- Parking & security
- Cristella Veranda indoor option (seats 160)
- Estate grounds access for portraits
- Additional hours available at $450/hr
The Grand Estate
For Chatsworth's grandest celebrations
Starting at$12,800
176–300 guests · Up to 4 hours
- Full estate venue access — all spaces included
- Outdoor seating for up to 300 under the Brass Chandelier Pavilion
- All indoor & outdoor ceremony spaces
- Tables, chairs & linens included
- Table décor, lanterns, candles & greenery
- Parking & security
- Tent rental available for larger guest lists (+$800–$3,000)
- Estate grounds access for portraits
- Additional hours available at $450/hr
Every Package
Always Included
Every Chatsworth wedding package includes the essentials that make the day feel seamless, polished, and beautifully cared for from start to finish.
Venue & Grounds
- Property use for engagement & bridal photos (by appointment)
- Multiple indoor & outdoor ceremony spaces — no added ceremony fee
- Brass Chandelier Pavilion with bandstand & dancefloor
- Cristella Veranda — climate-controlled indoor space
- Brick paved patio lounge & outdoor grounds
- Variety of stunning photo opportunities throughout the estate
Furniture & Décor
- Tables, chairs & linens
- Table décor, lanterns & candles
- Greenery & accent décor
- Parking coordination & security
- Cocktail hour mobile bar setup available
- Hors d'oeuvre service options available
Lodging & Extras
- Marguerite Guest House available — $1,550/night + tax
- CarolAnn Cottage available — $250/night + tax
- Bride & Groom get-ready suites — $500–$1,200
- Rehearsal scheduling available the evening before
- Rehearsal dinner available in the Chatsworth Gallery
- All events conclude by midnight
Planning your budget
What a typical all-in weekend looks like
150 guests · The Estate · Magnolia dinner · Beth bar
- Estate venue (up to 4 hours) $8,000
- Magnolia dinner ($50/guest × 150) $7,500
- Beth bar ($40/guest × 150) $6,000
Before tax & lodging
$21,500
About $23,500 with 9.45% parish tax
Lodging, cocktail hour, get-ready suites, and upgrades are extra. Every wedding is different — use our budget estimator for your guest count.
Open budget estimator
“
Connie and Dave truly make it happen. Our wedding was everything we could have dreamed of. They made sure every small wish and detail was captured on our special day. It was so nice having lodging and places to get ready on site. We love Chatsworth!
Braley & Phillip Chatsworth Estate Wedding
Date Availability
Check Your Date
Weekend dates fill quickly — especially spring and fall. See what's still open for 2026 and 2027. Dates marked Limited are filling fast.
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Don't see your date listed? Please reach out to verify availability — this calendar shows Saturdays only.
In-house dinner packages
Compare catering at a glance
All packages are per guest and prepared on the estate. Use our budget estimator for a full weekend total.
Magnolia
$50/guest
3 entrées, 3 sides, bread, salad & dessert
Louisiana
$75/guest
6 entrées, 4 sides, bread, salad & 2 desserts
Catering & Bar
Southern Cuisine, Made In-House
Connie and the Chatsworth kitchen take great pride in the food they serve. From southern comfort dishes to elevated Cajun and Creole flavors, every menu is crafted in-house with care. No outside caterers or outside alcohol are permitted — and once you taste the food, you will understand why. Bar packages range from soft drinks through full top-shelf bar service. A 9.45% Iberville Parish sales tax applies to all fees. Reach out for our complete catering and bar menu.
Something Smaller?
Intimate Celebrations Welcome Here Too
Micro ceremonies from $1,500 · ceremony + 2-hr reception from $2,500 · reception only from $1,800 (up to 50 guests).
For micro weddings, elopements, vow renewals, engagement parties, retirement celebrations, and couples showers (up to 50 guests)—we offer dedicated venue packages.