Sydonie Mansion

Sydonie Mansion is a historic wedding and event venue in Mount Dora, Florida, set within a restored 42-room, 22,000-square-foot mansion originally built in 1883 and remodeled in 1903. The mansion was built in the Mediterranean Revival and Asian styles, primarily designed after Alhambra Castle in Spain, and sits on grounds that include sculptured gardens, water features, and a lake view. Owners Amy and Clark Frogley have been restoring the mansion since 2014, with the property having served variously as a private residence, a boarding school, and a day school from 1942 to 1997 before becoming an event center. Located at 5538 Sydonie Drive, Mount Dora, FL 32757. Reviewers consistently highlight the meticulously rehabilitated interiors, intricate fireplaces and tilework, the lake-facing grounds with gardens and water features, and the attentive personal presence of owner Amy during tours; several reviewers specifically noted it as a strong choice for weddings.