By Kate Cohen
A good wedding venue has the perfect location for an intimate, romantic first look moment.
A great wedding venue has so many locations, you’ll have a hard time choosing which one to pick for your unique first look.
Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, Florida has a variety of gorgeous indoor and outdoor locations that set the scene for a breathtaking wedding and all the memorable moments it holds.
Here are 6 of our favorite first look locations at Rosen Shingle Creek, an incredible luxury Orlando wedding venue.
First Look Locations at Rosen Shingle Creek
Emma’s Creekside Garden Patio
Outside Rosen Shingle Creek’s beautiful ballrooms is an expansive courtyard with breathtaking views.
At the far end, a romantic cobblestone patio overlooks the sparkling blue water of a serene lake nestled into the rolling green hills of Shingle Creek Golf Course.
Couples looking for greenery can share their first look in front of Emma’s Creekside Farm. This lush onsite garden bursts with fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs, especially in winter and spring months.
The courtyard is also home to a grand stone staircase that is the perfect dramatic backdrop for an elegant first look.
Stunning arched windows and a multi-story towering glass entry are also photogenic settings for a special first look moment.
Hospitality Courtyard
Tucked into a quiet back corner of Rosen Shingle Creek is the hospitality courtyard.
This partially hidden space offers tropical landscaping beneath the boughs of surrounding palm trees. The hotel’s beautiful exterior also serves as a stunning backdrop.
The biggest benefit to having your first look in this space is its proximity to the hospitality suites; whether you’re in a crunch for time or simply want to keep the action close to where you’re getting ready, this first look locale offers beauty without sacrificing convenience.
Osceola Courtyard
Just outside the grand doors of Café Osceola and tucked between two of Rosen Shingle Creek’s beautiful pools is the Osceola Courtyard.
With dazzling fountains at either end, a walkway lined in rosebushes, and palm trees swaying overhead, the courtyard is a picturesque place for a first look.
Its prominent location in the central recreation area of the resort does make it a more public spot for a first look. If you don’t mind the occasional swooning onlooker, however, it’s a spectacular choice for a beautifully photographed moment.
Café Osceola Overlook
Just past the grand lobby of Rosen Shingle Creek is a beautiful balcony overlooking Café Osceola below.
With a backdrop of majestic wooden beams along the ceiling and two-story windows overlooking the gorgeous Osceola Courtyard, this elegant indoor spot is a great option for a romantic moment.
The Café Osceola Overlook is perfect for rainy days or for couples looking to savor a special moment in the comfort of air conditioning.
This magnificent spot’s prime location in the Rosen Shingle Creek lobby is a central public area of the hotel.
If you prefer a more intimate indoor setting for a first look, our knowledgeable wedding specialist can help you find the perfect place for your special moment.
Tiled Staircase Behind A Land Remembered
Off the back patio of our Legacy Steakhouse, A Land Remembered, is a beautiful tiled staircase with a grand stone railing.
When positioned just right, the craftsman-inspired archways of the restaurant with its sky-blue ceiling add a dramatic architectural touch to first look photos.
This secluded spot has lush tropical foliage and landscaping for a truly Floridian aesthetic. It’s a short walk from the hospitality suites but worth the stroll for this gem of a location.
Breezeway to A Land Remembered
This beautiful, paved pathway near the front entrance to the resort is a popular spot for first looks, couple portraits, and solo shots.
Surrounded by lush landscaping, the covered walkway has a robin’s egg blue ceiling that adds an elegant pop of color to photos.
While its location is close to the entrance, the breezeway winds the further it extends. This offers privacy for a truly intimate moment that you and your partner will treasure for a lifetime.
Choose Rosen Shingle Creek as your Orlando Luxury Wedding Venue
Rosen Shingle Creek is an ideal destination for couples looking for a venue that blends golf course elegance, ballroom sophistication, and resort convenience.
Luxurious accommodations await your guests. Spacious hospitality rooms are perfect for getting ready with your wedding parties, and onsite fine dining offers the ideal setting for your pre-wedding rehearsal dinner.
Rosen Shingle Creek truly has everything you need for your special day.
Let us help you find the perfect locations around our property for your rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, farewell brunch, and any other celebratory occasions your wedding weekend may hold.
Still unsure of whether a first look is right for you and your partner? Check out our blog To First Look or Not To First Look: A List of Pros and Cons to learn more about this trending tradition.
