An Enchanting Waterfront Celebration at Epping Forest Yacht Club | Nathalie + Michael’s North Florida Wedding

Elisabeth Dorosh
Jun 18
3 min read

When it comes to North Florida weddings, few venues match the timeless elegance and scenic charm of the Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club in Jacksonville. Nestled along the banks of the St. Johns River, this historic estate served as the perfect backdrop for Nathalie and Michael’s enchanting wedding day, a celebration filled with heart, joy, and deeply personal moments—all beautifully captured by Dorosh Documentaries, cinematic wedding videographers based in Northeast Florida.

From the moment guests arrived, they were swept into the bride’s vision: an elevated yet upbeat evening that celebrated love, legacy, and waterfront beauty. The lush gardens and sweeping river views created a magical setting for their outdoor ceremony, held beneath majestic trees as the Florida sun began to set over the water.

aerial perspective the iconic courtyard of epping forest yacht and country club showcasing the fountain, lawn, and boat dock/marina just past the cermeony space at sunset

drone capture of bride and groom walking hand and hand alongside the beautiful marina with boats docked at sunset on their wedding day at epping forest yacht and country club

“I still remember the feeling of love in the room at my sister’s wedding,” the bride shared. “That’s what I wanted—for our guests to be surrounded by love and meaning the entire evening as I marry my best friend.”

Meaningful Moments and Personal Touches

One of the most touching tributes of the day came in honor of the couple’s beloved dog, Bradley, who passed away in 2021. Nathalie attached his blue collar to her bouquet—a small but deeply meaningful way to carry his memory with her down the aisle.

Before the ceremony, Nathalie and Michael shared a powerful and private moment of connection: a prayer together while holding hands on either side of a garden door, choosing to save their first look for the walk down the aisle. These personal letters, moments of stillness, and heartfelt traditions added layers of emotional depth to a day already rich with joy.

Elegant Details with Personality

Designed with a romantic palette of burgundy, blush, white, and green, every element of this wedding was intentionally curated. From florals by AWP Events to rentals from All About Events Jax, the evening felt like a fairy tale woven together with real-life love.

The reception began with a joyful drummer-led parade to the ballroom—a nod to the couple’s fun-loving spirit—and continued with cold sparklers shooting high into the air as the couple made their epic reception entrance. The energy didn’t stop there: with heartfelt speeches, lively dancing, and a classic sparkler exit, the night truly ended on a high.

exterior shot of the front of epping forest yacht and country club in march with majestic trees and clean cut shrubvery

drone shot of bride with long veil and white strapless gown holding white and cream floral bouquet and kissing groom in black tux on the waterfront of epping forest yacht and country club at sunset on their wedding day

groom kissing brides forehead in romantic moment at dusk with twinkle lights out of focus behind them at epping forest yacht and country club

silhouette of bride and groom touching noses as the go in for a romantic kiss at sunset on the water at the marina of epping forest yacht and country club on their NE FL wedding day

And one of the most personal and playful details? A nod to their shared love of golf. Michael received a surprise Cameo video from his favorite golf celebrity, Manolo, before walking down the aisle, and cocktail hour name cards cleverly tied into their favorite pastime together.

Capturing the Magic

It was an honor for us at Dorosh Documentaries to preserve the sights, sounds, and soul of this incredible wedding. We don’t just film wedding days—we document legacies. And Nathalie + Michael’s Epping Forest wedding film is brimming with moments that will be treasured for generations to come.

From the serene waterfront ceremony to the joy-filled ballroom celebration, this wedding is a shining example of what makes North Florida weddings so special: timeless venues, heartfelt moments, and the power of cinematic storytelling.