The Ponchatoula 22 Estate

The Ponchatoula 22 Estate is a private French Colonial property in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, offered as a setting for weddings, corporate gatherings and social celebrations. Its nearly 26 acres include a lake, landscaped grounds, pool and porte-cochere, giving organisers several outdoor locations to consider for ceremonies, receptions and other occasions. The venue can host events of up to 150 guests, with smaller gatherings of fewer than 30 also able to use indoor space for the event itself.

Wedding arrangements can include use of a bridal suite, a groomsmen lounge, dressing space and guest rooms. Tables, white padded chairs, linens, a couple's table, a sign-in table and a microphone with speaker are included in wedding packages. A sailcloth or clear tent can be arranged for additional cover, and the estate provides a preferred-vendor list covering services such as catering, flowers, photography, music and event planning. For weddings with 30 or more guests, couples must hire a day-of wedding planner, who can coordinate with the estate's event manager.

The property is also available for overnight stays, subject to availability. The five-bedroom home sleeps up to 16 guests and includes a theatre room, game room, kitchen and outdoor amenities. This makes it possible for a group to stay on site around an event, as well as use the grounds for engagement or bridal photographs. Tours are by appointment, and the venue is positioned between New Orleans and Baton Rouge, making it an option for organisers seeking a secluded estate setting within reach of both cities.