We Are Getting Married!
(Finally!)
After 10 years of dating we’re excited to tie the knot in the presence of our closest friends and family. We hope you’ll join us for a night of dinner, drinks and dancing in one of our favorite places.
We can’t wait to see you!
Schedule
Welcome Event
Friday, April 26th, 2024
7:30-10pm
Location: Surf Club Patio
261 Ponte Vedra Blvd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Attire: Cocktail
Ceremony
Saturday, April 27th, 2024
5:00pm-5:30pm
Location: Ponte Vedra Inn & club
201 Ponte Vedra Blvd, Ponte Vedra Beach FL, 32082
Attire: Black Tie Formal
Reception
Saturday, April 27th, 2024
Cocktail Hour: 5:30pm-6:30pm
Reception: 6:30pm-12:30am
Location: South Lawn
200 Ponte Vedra Blvd, Ponte Vedra Beach
FL 32082
Attire: Black Tie Formal
Sunday Open House
Sunday, April 28th, 2024
12pm-4pm
Location: Carol’s House!
317 Pablo Road, Ponte Vedra, FL 32082
Attire: Casual—Swimmies & Sunnies optional
Accommodations & Transportation
Fly into Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
From JAX, Ponte Vedra Beach is a 30-40 min drive. Lyft/Uber are readily available.
Travel
Rooms are blocked at both The Ponte Vedra Inn & Club and the Hilton Garden Inn for Friday, April 26th - Sunday, April 28th 2024.
Other options in the area include The Sawgrass Marriott as well as Airbnb/VRBO.
Lodging Info
Ponte Vedra Inn & Club
The Ponte Vedra Inn is a historic beachside hotel with resort-like, onsite amenities. It provides quick accessibility to the weekend events and the beach.
The PVIC is walking distance from all Saturday Events
To get the Preferred Room Block rate of $359/night, you must call (800) 234-7842 and reference the Smith/Duchardt Wedding Block
Hilton Garden Inn, Ponte Vedra
The Hilton Garden Inn is a nearby option for those wanting to rack up points. All weekend events are within 10 minutes.
We will provide shuttle service to and from the wedding venue
Or Call (904) 280-1661 and reference the Smith/Duchardt Wedding
Booking Available Until 3/26/24
Sawgrass Country Club Marriot
Sawgrass Village Marriott is a nearby option and within walking distance (10 minutes) to the Hilton Garden Inn.
There is NO shuttle service arranged to/from Sawgrass Marriott & PVIC.
10 minute drive to PVIC
Phone: (904) 285-7777
Airbnb & VRBO
Airbnb & VRBO options are a great option for big groups/families. Most Airbnb’s in the area are about 2-4 miles away, making for a ~10 min Uber ride to all the wedding venues.
Here are links some of our favorite homes for rent:
We highly recommend booking Airbnb or VRBO ASAP. The wedding date is in close proximity to The Players Golf Tournament, so these will book quickly.
For those guest joining us at the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, all weekend events are within walking distance.
For those guests joining us at the Hilton Garden Inn, we will provide a free shuttle to and from the events on Saturday.
For anyone choosing to stay at the Marriott Sawgrass, it is less than a ~10 min walk to the Hilton Garden Inn to grab the shuttle or there are plenty of Uber/Lyft’s available.
If you prefer Airbnb/VRBO we recommend using Uber/Lyft or renting a car as a means of transportation.
TRANSPORTATION
Shuttle Schedule
Saturday, April 27th
Pickup from Hilton Garden Inn: 4:00pm & 4:30pm sharp
Depart from Ponte Vedra Inn: 11:00pm
Your Guide to Ponte Vedra Beach
Map of Ponte Vedra Beach & Jacksonville Beach Greater Area
A Few of Our Favorites in and around the Ponte Vedra/ Jacksonville Area
All of the above listed hotel options can be seen on the map
North of the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is a great area for Aribnb & VRBO rentals. If you continue further north, you can also find some more hotel options and dining in Jacksonville Beach.
Along Ponte Vedra Blvd, there are various public access points for the beach, though they can be hard to spot, so look closely! Our personal fave is right at the intersection of Ponte Vedra Blvd & San Juan Dr.
A couple of notable golf courses in the area are TPC Sawgrass as well as the Ponte Vedra Club.
There are casual dining options in Jax Beach, but we’ve also highlighted a few of our personal faves here as well in blue.
Map of Ponte Vedra Inn & Club Property
For those guests staying on the property, you will have access to all the clubs amenities! There is a Surf Club deck, with two swimming pools, a hot tub, private beach access and the Surf Club Grille which is great for lunch or our favorite Mai Tais! Above the Surf Club you will also have access to the gym and shops.
For any down time you might have, there are tennis and pickleball courts available right across the street from the surf club.
Inside the main building you will find a coffee shop, the main dining room, more shops and one of the locals favorite watering holes, The Tavern. This is the perfect spot for a Martini or night cap.
Directly behind the main building, on the outside lawn, is where you will find the location of the Cocktail Hour & Reception.
FAQs
CAN I BRING A PLUS ONE?
If your guests name or a plus one is indicated on your RSVP, then yes! Otherwise, we would love to keep the wedding as an intimate event with our closest friends and family only.
ARE MY KIDS WELCOME?
If your children are listed on the invite to the event, they are invited!
Otherwise, we’d love for you to have the opportunity for a kids free weekend getaway!
IS THE WEDDING OUTSIDE?
Yes, portions of the wedding will be outdoors and on grass, so choose your shoes wisely :)
WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE FOR THE WELCOME EVENT?
For the welcome event we are going for a more low key night. Think beachy cocktail attire.
Ladies: sun dresses, maxi dresses, rompers
Guys: linens, short sleeved button downs, casual cocktail attire
WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE FOR THE CEREMONY/RECEPTION?
We’d love to see our family and friends dressed up for the big day! Dress code is black tie formal.
Ladies: floor length or formal midi dresses. We welcome bright/spring colors for a spring wedding!
Guys: Tuxes or suit and black tie. No denim, please!
WILL THERE BE TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED?
For those guests joining us at the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, you will not need transportation, all Saturday events are on the property.
For any guests joining us at the Hilton Garden Inn, we will provide a free shuttle to and from the events on Saturday.
Shuttle will have 2 pick up times for guests from the Hilton Garden Inn: 4pm & 4:30pm sharp
For any guests not joining us for the after party, departure from the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club will happen at 11:00pm
WHERE SHOULD I PARK FOR THE WEDDING?
If you decide to rent a car for the weekend, there is plenty of parking on site. Please see the Ponte Vedra Inn & club map for the best parking near the wedding venue
WHAT IS THE DEADLINE FOR RSVP?
The deadline for RSVP will be March 22, 2024. We hope you can join us!