Devereaux Shields House is a hotel destination wedding venue in Natchez, United States, hosting 20 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$18,000 (our estimate).
Devereaux Shields House
Devereaux Shields House is a historic, elegant property in Natchez, Mississippi, offering weddings and elopements across both indoor and outdoor settings.
About Devereaux Shields House
Devereaux Shields House is a historic, elegant property in Natchez, Mississippi, offering weddings and elopements across both indoor and outdoor settings.
Seven room types are available, including the Rose, Gallery and Victoria two-bedroom king suites, plus the Alice and Louise queen rooms and the Elmo superior king.
A meeting and banquet space handles receptions and dinners, while outdoor ceremonies are possible on site.
The nearest airport is Jackson (JAN), an estimated 15 minutes from the door by transfer, and nightly rates are estimated at roughly 155 to 295 USD per night.
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Ron and Eleanor did it again! Hosts like the Frys should be the standard in the Bed and Breakfast industry. We have stayed at DEVEREAUX-SHIELDS HOUSE five or six times now and each visit is better than the last.
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Capacity
- Standing reception
- 20 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 9 rooms
- Room types
- 7 listed
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About US$18,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- US$1,500 to US$5,000 venue feeAisle estimate
House rules
- Pets
- Yes
- Children
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- JAN, 15 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- Yes
- Step-free access
- No
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
- Reception indoors
- Yes
- Reception outdoors
- Yes
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Urban, historic, elegantAisle estimate
The place
- Gardens
- Yes
- Historic building
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Wedding services offered, including Mississippi elopement packages
- Outdoor ceremony option with both indoor and outdoor spaces available
- Meeting and banquet event space on site
- Seven room types, including three two-bedroom king suites (Rose, Gallery, Victoria)
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- JAN · about 15 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into JAN.
- Direct line
- (601) 304-5378
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold our ceremony outdoors?+
Yes. Outdoor ceremonies are available, and the venue offers both indoor and outdoor spaces.
What accommodation is on site?+
There are seven room types: the Rose, Gallery and Victoria two-bedroom king suites, the Alice and Louise queen rooms, the Elmo superior king room, and a two-bedroom premium suite with a maximum occupancy of 4.
How much should we budget per night?+
We estimate around 155 to 295 USD per night, though rates should be confirmed directly with the venue.
Which airport should guests fly into?+
Jackson (JAN) is the nearest airport, with a transfer we estimate at about 15 minutes.
Is there space for a reception dinner?+
Yes. The property has a meeting and banquet space for events.
Could this be your venue?
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Sources and booking notes
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Sources for individual venue facts
Standing reception: 20 guests
“- Spaces for 20 Guests”
Read the source for standing receptionRooms: 9 rooms
“Step into the past in 9 elegant rooms in the Victorian Main House, charming Aunt Clara's Cottage and historic Bost House.”
Read the source for roomsRoom types: 7 listed
“Two-Bedroom King Suite - Rose Suite”
Read the source for room typesOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“Elope at Devereaux Shields House, and enjoy an intimate celebration in our elegant parlors or gardens.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyPets: Yes
“For guests looking for pet friendly Natchez lodging, well-mannered pets are acceptable in Aunt Clara’s Cottage rooms with prior arrangements.”
Read the source for petsChildren: Yes
“Responsible children, typically age 10 and older, are welcome.”
Read the source for childrenParking: Yes
“Designated handicap parking can be accommodated by special request at booking.”
Read the source for parkingStep-free access: No
“However, due to the historic significance of our properties all built in the late 1800’s, wheelchair access is not possible.”
Read the source for step-free accessEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spacesReception indoors: Yes
“The cottage also has a multi-purpose Breakfast room to enjoy for events, meetings or family gatherings.”
Read the source for reception indoorsReception outdoors: Yes
“Located at the heart of Natchez, MS this venue offers beautiful garden patios and luxury suites with beautiful furnishings, private baths, and friendly Innkeepers.”
Read the source for reception outdoorsIndoors or out: Both
“Elope at Devereaux Shields House, and enjoy an intimate celebration in our elegant parlors or gardens.”
Read the source for indoors or outGardens: Yes
“Each location is enveloped in captivating gardens and inviting porches, creating the perfect backdrop for relaxation and leisure.”
Read the source for gardensHistoric building: Yes
“On the National Historic Register, our inn is located in a beautiful area in Natchez within walking distance of downtown where you’ll find delightful shopping, dining, and the picturesque Mississippi River Bluff.”
Read the source for historic building