Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Perfect Event Venue in Abita Springs, Louisiana
Since 1998, Abita Quail Farm has been dedicated to creating exceptional event experiences in a historic 53-acre Louisiana setting. Owned by Jane and John dHemecourt, our venue combines natural beauty with personalized service, offering three distinct ballrooms and outdoor spaces for weddings, corporate events, and celebrations. Our team specializes in crafting custom menus using fresh ingredients, while our scenic grounds featuring cypress trees, live oaks, and a four-acre lake provide a picturesque backdrop.With over two decades of experience in event coordination, we maintain rigorous standards for food quality and service excellence. Our Music Room overlooking the lake, rustic Cypress Room, and grand Main Ballroom accommodate events of all sizes, complemented by professional staff who handle every detail from decoration to menu design. We pride ourselves on combining Southern hospitality with modern amenities to create unforgettable occasions for our clients and their guests.
Services
Wedding Venues
Catering Services
Corporate Events
Private Receptions
Picnic Packages
Menu Design
Event Coordination
Venue Rental
Dinner Services
Lunch Services
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized event coordination to ensure every detail is perfect
- Our 53-acre property provides diverse scenic backdrops for photography
- Chef-designed menus feature fresh, locally-sourced ingredients
- Three distinct event spaces accommodate gatherings of all sizes
- Professional staff handles logistics from setup to cleanup
What people say
Excellent food
Beautiful surroundings
Wonderful experience
Professional staff
Picturesque location
Services
Wedding Venues
Our scenic 53-acre property offers multiple wedding venue options including lakeside ceremonies, rustic barn-style receptions, and elegant ballroom celebrations. The Music Room provides waterfront views while the Cypress Room offers a distinctive timber interior. Outdoor spaces feature mature live oaks and picturesque landscaping for photography. Professional staff coordinate setup, decorations, and seamless transitions between ceremony and reception spaces.
Catering Services
Chef Jane dHemecourt creates customized menus using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients for weddings and events. Options include formal sit-down dinners, buffet-style meals, and passed hors d'oeuvres. Specialized menus feature regional Creole cuisine, international dishes, and dietary-specific options. Full-service catering includes staffing, tableware, and beverage service with premium liquor packages available.
Corporate Events
Our venue accommodates corporate conferences, team-building events, and executive retreats with flexible spaces for presentations, meals, and networking. The Main Ballroom hosts large groups while smaller rooms provide intimate meeting spaces. Packages include audiovisual equipment, customized menus, and coordination services. Scenic grounds offer opportunities for team activities and networking events.
Private Receptions
We host milestone celebrations including anniversaries, birthdays, and family reunions with tailored venue arrangements. Event planning includes decor coordination, customized menus, and appropriate space selection. Our staff manages guest flow between ceremony, reception, and dining areas while ensuring proper seating and service arrangements for all attendees.
Picnic Packages
Scenic picnic experiences feature themed menus and rustic outdoor settings near our four-acre lake. Packages include tableware, seating arrangements, and staff service for group meals. Available options range from casual All-American picnics to gourmet Mediterranean spreads. Outdoor event coordination includes weather contingency planning and appropriate equipment provision.
People
Jane dHemecourt
Co-Owner & Executive Chef
Jane dHemecourt co-owns Abita Quail Farm with her husband John, bringing culinary expertise and event planning experience to create memorable dining experiences. With over 25 years in the hospitality industry, she personally designs menus using fresh ingredients while overseeing kitchen operations and food quality standards.
John dHemecourt
Co-Owner & Event Director
John dHemecourt co-founded Abita Quail Farm in 1998, applying his hospitality management experience to develop the venue into a premier event destination. He oversees operations, client relations, and venue maintenance while ensuring exceptional service standards. His leadership contributes to the farm's reputation for flawless event execution.
Questions
What types of events can Abita Quail Farm host?
We accommodate weddings, corporate events, private receptions, picnics, proms, and special celebrations with customizable venue options and catering services.
Are multiple event spaces available simultaneously?
Yes, our three ballrooms and outdoor areas can host different event components concurrently with coordinated setup and transitions.
Can menus be customized for dietary restrictions?
Our chefs create tailored menus accommodating special dietary needs including vegetarian, gluten-free, and allergy-specific requirements.
Is there on-site event coordination?
Professional staff handle all logistics including setup, timeline management, and coordination between venue spaces and vendors.
What's included in catering packages?
Packages include staffing, tableware, beverage service, and premium liquor options with customizable menu selections and presentation styles.
Are there outdoor ceremony options?
Yes, scenic grounds with mature trees, lake views, and rustic structures provide multiple picturesque outdoor ceremony locations.
