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Reception
$500 starting price
Bar service
$12 per person
Reception
$500 starting price
Bar service
$12 per person

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About

The Founders Club is a premier golf club wedding venue located in the heart of Sarasota, Florida. From the moment your guests arrive on-site, they’ll be impressed from the incredible landscape and intricate details that shine from every inch of the property. With such a versatile property, you’ll have the freedom to turn the space into anything you want. Whether you are looking for something luxuriously formal or more casual in nature, the talented staff have the expertise to make every event special from start to finish.

Facilities and Capacity
The Founders Club can comfortably accommodate up to 200 guests, which makes it an ideal space for small to medium sized events. With such a large space, there is ample room to guide your event through a series of spaces. This will gracefully guide you and your guests through the evening as you make unforgettable memories together. With a variety of spaces, the photos from your event will feature the breathtaking grounds from a variety of angels. The verandah and lawn are perfect for a ceremony space and cocktail hour. Both serve as a way to incorporate the great outdoors into your special day. The main dining room is perfect for an engaging reception as you make unforgettable memories with your closest family and friends.

Services Offered
In addition to a great place to host, you’ll have access to a number of services provided by the attentive staff. There is an exclusive event planner on-site that will work with you throughout the entire planning process. They provide a number of event rentals, event lighting, and sound equipment to make your event as complete as possible without having to hire too many outside vendors.

Cuisine
There are a variety of catering options available on-site. This is the best way to ensure you and your guests receive the freshest ingredients possible, no matter what serving style you decide to go with. With premier ingredients to choose from for both buffet and plated serving options, you can’t go wrong.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

China
Clean Up
Flatware
Parking
Set Up

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$12

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Country/Golf Club

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Event Planner
Event Rentals

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

May
June
July
August
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Reviews of The Founders Club

4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
12 Reviews
99% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.9 out of 5 rating
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    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
Weddingwire
4.9/5 12 reviews
Google
4/5 42 reviews
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Christy H. Sent on 02/17/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Best Day Ever

I cannot begin to express how happy I am with our decision to have our wedding at The Founders Club. First of all, the venue is absolutely stunning, the old Florida feel of the golf hall with the large front porch, beautiful landscape and flowers, not to mention the gorgeous golf course, large oak trees, expansive veranda with a fireplace, I could go on and on. In addition to being such a remarkably beautiful location, the staff is so amazing and worked so hard; the service was impeccable. From the time we arrived for hair and makeup to the time we left, the staff was always on top of things and made sure everyone was taken care of. One of the most important things to us was providing our guests with amazing food, drinks, and entertainment. The food was so incredible!! We received numerous compliments on how good it was as well as the service. I also have to express how wonderful Melody, the event manager, is! She was instrumental in making sure our vision was executed perfectly. Thank you to everyone at The Founders Club who helped to make our special day the best day ever!!
Laramie
Laramie O. Sent on 02/14/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Venue

I can’t say enough good things about Melody and The Founders Golf Club! Not only was the venue amazing for our big day but the chef and staff outdid themselves with the attention to detail and the fabulous food! Our guests and ourselves had the best time! Thank you!
Christian
Christian L. Sent on 12/18/2019
5 out of 5 rating

What a Venue!

Not only was the venue absolutely phenomenal, but the service and staff were instrumental in making our wedding day as perfect as possible. Melody was with us, side-by-side, as she helped to bring our special day to fruition. And anytime we had a question, she was there to answer with tact. CB was also very helpful with both the bride and groom and we couldn’t be more thankful to everyone on the staff! The food was phenomenal! Thanks for making our special day that much better.
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1 Endorsement
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What a unique Club! Staff is top shelf and will create any menu you can possibly want! Dark rich wood interior with a St Andrews feel, stunning outdoor porch, and green grassy areas to have your ceremony. Inpressive!

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