Colony Beach & Tennis Resort

Imagine a small jewel on the coast of Florida, where tropical breezes, dreamy sunsets and enchanting smiles of welcome are the hallmark of the world's most romantic beachfront wedding destination, located on beautiful Longboat Key. Say I do to a Colony Wedding Unexpected. Unspoiled. Undisturbed. The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort will create your fairytale wedding in an enchanting setting. You can almost picture it. A spectacular sunset over the sparkling Gulf of Mexico, an arbor of beautiful fresh flowers and the bride and groom, surrounded by family and friends, ready to start their new life together: A picture-perfect wedding on The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort's private and pristine Gulf-front beach. Tucked away on exclusive Longboat Key, Florida rests a tropical island oasis, the ideal place to begin your life together. Stylish and comfortably furnished with an unmistakably casual elegance, The Colony's all-suite accommodations are perfect for your group. Each spacious suite features a living and dining area, full kitchen, in-suite safes, private master bedroom, dressing room, master bathroom with whirlpool bath and steam shower, plus a sun balcony. One-stop Shopping for Wedding Planners The Colony offers one-stop shopping from on-property florists to rejuvenating spa treatments for the bride and bridesmaids. Our seasoned and dedicated team of wedding specialists will work with you to turn your dream into The Perfect Day! Traditional or outrageous, The Colony Flower Shop will transform your vision into a beautiful and fragrant display. In addition, our Catering Team is equipped with a remarkable array of specialty linens, chairs, and other elegant props that will make your event - An Affair To Remember. When you select The Colony as the site for your wedding, you can rest assured that you will be creating memories that will last a lifetime. Colony weddings have ranged anywhere from a simple casual party of 10 to elaborate formal parties of 200 or more. The Colony tailors each wedding to the bride and grooms specific needs. Award-winning Cuisine The Colony is Sarasota's most respected fine dining tradition. Let the experience and know-how of The Colony Restaurants create a memorable and delicious menu for your Perfect Day. Your wedding and catered events have the complete attention of the same Executive Chef who prepares the cuisine for all the legendary Colony Restaurants. From a black tie affair to a beachfront barbecue, our talented culinary staff will plan each meal with flair and imagination. From tropical specialties to our most famous wine list, The Colony offers a broad range of beverages to quench any thirst. Our wedding specialists are delighted to work with you to create food and wine pairings that will be unforgettable. The Colony's Executive Pastry Chef will personally design the wedding cake of your dreams. He'll help you choose from some of his magnificent creations or work with you to create your own.