This historic Italian Renaissance home on the shores of the Phillippi Creek and within Phillippi Estate Park, was built in the early 1916 and has become an ideal site for art exhibits, private events, wedding ceremonies and receptions. The Mansion overlooks Phillippi Creek, which is bordered by graceful palm trees and moss-draped mature oaks.

The mansion features a large foyer, spacious living room, twin sunrooms with Palladian windows, as well as a paneled library and gracious dining room. The second floor has a suite of rooms often used by brides and bridesmaids to prepare for wedding ceremonies and a suite for the groom and groomsmen. View Edson Keith Mansion's floor plan here.

Front view of the Edson Keith Mansion

Creek view from the outside back lawn

Ceremonies can take place either inside the Mansion or outside on the lawn. There are several choices of outdoor locations for ceremonies to take advantage of the creek and park views. There is also a small arbor near the rose garden that offers excellent photo opportunities. 

Rental of the Mansion includes use of the rose garden, 85’ x 16’ terrace, lawn behind the Mansion down to the fishing pier, and tables and chairs for 120 guests. Additional chairs and tables may be brought in by rental companies. The home can accommodate 150 guests for a sit-down dinner. 

Amplified music is permitted, subject to the Sarasota County noise ordinance.   

Alcoholic beverages are also permitted and caterers may have use of the butler’s pantry with commercial freezer and the kitchen with commercial refrigerator.

The Edson Keith Mansion is on the National Register of Historic Places, and specific rental conditions and guidelines apply to its use.

Main reception room

Park favorite wedding picture spot