Our Customers love us

We wanted to take a little time to thank you both (as well was all of your staff) for such a wonderful evening. I know that you probably receive letters like this all the time, but the more you get, the better it looks! Dona, I must say, based on my other trips to Oak Lodge, you really outdid yourself. Everyone is still raving about the overall settings and especially the food. Everything that you all did to make our night wonderful and memorable was certainly appreciated! Thanks again and hopefully we’ll be back in a few years for a Bishop Sullivan reunion.

God Bless,
Erica & Michael Duval

Give us a chance to give you a Dream Wedding

My mother and I have been doing extensive research on the numerous sties available for weddings and receptions in Baton Rouge for the past several months. After hours of careful considerations and several phone calls, we narrowed our search to three possibilities and set up appointments to visit this past weekend. In all honesty, Oak Lodge was our outside consideration. Mom had her heart set on the location that we were to see last and I had mine set on the one that we were to see second. Oak Lodge was our first appointment. In fact, the only reason that I kept the appointment was that when I called, I was able to hear an enthusiastic voices on the phone that seemed to be sincerely interested in having me come in to look around.

As we climbed in the car after leaving our last appointment my mother and I both immediately agreed that we needed no further time to decide…nothing could top Oak Lodge. Here’s why…

Oak Lodge was the most elegant facility. It is best suited to handle both a wedding and reception with no long awkward room turnover time at a very reasonable price. No other facility with which I spoke or that I visited offered to tailor anything to my day. What I saw was what I got unless I wanted to pay for outside professionals to come in and change things.

However, all these things aside, our biggest selling point…Dona and all the other staff. From the moment we walked in we were attended to and made to feel important (as was everyone who walked through the door). We never felt as if we were one of many or that whether or not we booked our event with Oak Lodge was of little importance. (I was shocked with the apathy at other locations!)

The excitement, the professionalism, and the attention to individual detail are all the qualities for which I was looking and I am thrilled with my decision. I look forward to my wedding. Thank you so much for a pleasant experience and I’m excited to have all of you work with me on the most important event of my life so far!!

Laura Holeman

Another Satisfied Customer

Just wanted to say thanks so much for a wonderful banquet.  This is the 4th consecutive year that we've had our high school tennis banquet at Oak Lodge and each year it's been a great experience.  The reception center is beautiful with the fresh flowers on each table.  The atmosphere is just so pleasant.  The food is always delicious.  The service is excellent.  Your attention to detail makes hosting an event at Oak Lodge so easy.  I love the fact that I just have to show up and you and your staff have done the rest!

Before I became coach of the tennis team, there was no formal banquet, but rather a get-together in the school cafeteria.  The first year we came to Oak Lodge, the kids complained because they were going to have to "dress up" and eat "fancy" food instead of wearing tennis clothes and eating pizza!  Of course, the parents were thrilled with our "fancy" banquet and thoroughly enjoyed it.  Each year, the kids harass me about the banquet, so this year, I decided to let them vote - Oak Lodge or a casual get-together.  Well, when given the choice, the overwhelming majority voted for a nice banquet at Oak Lodge!  I was so excited because the banquet is always one of my favorite parts of the tennis season.

Thank you, again, for helping the PBS tennis teams make memories to cherish for a lifetime.

Sincerely,

Thank You!
Angela Gregoire

Testimonials

Dear Ms. Dona and the rest of the Oak Lodge staff:

I had knowledge of the awesomeness of Oak Lodge because you did my sister's reception, and choosing Oak Lodge for my wedding and reception was one of the best decisions I ever made. The months of prep were made pretty much stress-free because you took care of all the details--all I had to worry about was the cake, bouquets, and, of course, the dress. Though there were many different coordinators I worked with over the months before my wedding date, each was professional, reassuring, and made me feel confident my dream would be fulfilled, as it most definitely was!

The DJ group you recommended was amazing, the food was incredible-everyone made sure they came up to me to say how wonderful the food was. People were impressed by the efficient way the room was transformed from a wedding into a reception. Every one of my guests had a wonderful time and continue to tell me when i see them how perfect my wedding was. That gave me such a sense of pride that I had to make sure you knew the impact your hard work had on my husband and me. I can look at my wedding album and do nothing but smile, and that was all thanks to you. And best of all, there were no bridezilla moments to be had! I think for any bride that means everything!

Thanks for everything,


Mrs. Coury Ann Causey

The Reception Center

The reception center is the very essence of what the Oak Lodge is all about. Original brick pavers, Tiffany-style chandelier lighting, and the large copper and oak bar elude warmth and character which is like no other venue in Baton Rouge.

A spacious oak dance floor and a large stage are the focal points of the party. The reception center boasts a large outdoor patio and gazebo, as well.

The reception center can accommodate up to 250 guests for a reception-style event, or 180 guests for a sit-down meal.

The Bienville Room

The Bienville Room was added on to the Oak Lodge in 2005.  Special care was given to this new venue so that the themes of comfort and elegance were carried on.  Large chandelier lighting, a copper bar, and high-end décor ensured that the Bienville room was a perfect complement to the Reception Center.



With a wrought-iron staircase, three sets of 8’ glass French doors, and spacious courtyard patios, the Bienville Room boasts a “New Orleans-feel.”  This venue can accommodate up to 120 guests if booked on its own, or it can be combined with our reception center for a party of up to 400 guests.

Wedding Reception Packages

Amenities Includes the Following:

• The beautiful Oak Lodge for at least three hours staffed with courteous and friendly people
• Unlimited cuisine prepared from “scratch”
• Attendant to slice and serve the Wedding and Groom’s cake
• Tailored “to-go honeymoon” box for the bride and groom
• Complimentary bottles of champagne for toasting during the cake cutting ceremony and a bottle in the “honeymoon” box
• One hour wedding rehearsal with the wedding package
• Availability of satellite music, CD player, background music, television/VCR, audio and video through our surround sound system
• Service on fine china, glass, and silverware
• Fine linens to the floor with a variety of colors
• White Chair covers, fresh flowers and candles for each guest table
• Experienced Oak Lodge wedding coordinator available on site as needed throughout the wedding process

The Orleans Room

The Orleans Room is our newest venue, with a recent opening in April of 2009.  Characterized by a very open floor plan with brick walls, oak flooring, and New Orleans-style lighting, this is the perfect room for any event…from a corporate seminar, rehearsal dinner, to a birthday or anniversary celebration.

The 120” screen and mounted projector are an added attraction of this versatile venue.  In fact, several of our clients have incorporated a slide show to be displayed of the honoree during the event, and their guests have loved it!  The Orleans Room can accommodate up to 140 guests for your special event.

Testimonial

"I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for making our dream come true. All the decorations were breath-taking! Mrs. Dona, you have SO much talent. Words cannot express my happiness for that day. The food was awesome! Everything was perfect! Thanks to the both of you! I have never seen a prettier wedding setting in my entire life…all the lighting, flowers, and great staff! We thank everyone at the Oak Lodge. You will always be special in my heart!

Thank You!
Jennifer Dyer MacNealy & Zachary MacNealy"

Testimonial

My mother and I have been doing extensive research on the numerous sties available for weddings and receptions in Baton Rouge for the past several months. After hours of careful considerations and several phone calls, we narrowed our search to three possibilities and set up appointments to visit this past weekend. In all honesty, Oak Lodge was our outside consideration. Mom had her heart set on the location that we were to see last and I had mine set on the one that we were to see second. Oak Lodge was our first appointment. In fact, the only reason that I kept the appointment was that when I called, I was able to hear an enthusiastic voices on the phone that seemed to be sincerely interested in having me come in to look around.

"As we climbed in the car after leaving our last appointment my mother and I both immediately agreed that we needed no further time to decide…nothing could top Oak Lodge. Here’s why…

Oak Lodge was the most elegant facility. It is best suited to handle both a wedding and reception with no long awkward room turnover time at a very reasonable price. No other facility with which I spoke or that I visited offered to tailor anything to my day. What I saw was what I got unless I wanted to pay for outside professionals to come in and change things.

However, all these things aside, our biggest selling point…Dona and all the other staff. From the moment we walked in we were attended to and made to feel important (as was everyone who walked through the door). We never felt as if we were one of many or that whether or not we booked our event with Oak Lodge was of little importance. (I was shocked with the apathy at other locations!)

The excitement, the professionalism, and the attention to individual detail are all the qualities for which I was looking and I am thrilled with my decision. I look forward to my wedding. Thank you so much for a pleasant experience and I’m excited to have all of you work with me on the most important event of my life so far!!

Laura Holeman"

Testimonial

We wanted to take a little time to thank you both (as well was all of your staff) for such a wonderful evening. I know that you probably receive letters like this all the time, but the more you get, the better it looks! Dona, I must say, based on my other trips to Oak Lodge, you really outdid yourself. Everyone is still raving about the overall settings and especially the food. Everything that you all did to make our night wonderful and memorable was certainly appreciated! Thanks again and hopefully we’ll be back in a few years for a Bishop Sullivan reunion.

God Bless,
Erica & Michael Duval

Testimonial

You guys helped make our wedding the event of the year! Thank you. The facility was decorated perfectly, the food was delicious, and the staff was friendly. We love you guys!

P.S. We ate everything in the “to-go” basket!

Sincerely,
Monique & Norris Revader

Testimonial

Many thanks for all of your efforts on behalf of Cox Media last week. The incredible food and beautiful atmosphere went a long way in demonstrating Cox Media’s attention to detail. In addition, your words of encouragement to the group about the success you have enjoyed with Cox Media were very helpful and very much appreciated. I hope to be able to return the favor soon.

Until then -Donni

About Us

At Oak Lodge we are dedicated to creating storybook events that overflow with memories you will cherish for the rest of your lives. Upon entering the Oak Lodge doors, one feels the seasonal warmth and uniqueness of the facility.

Oak Lodge Reception and Conference Center has been in operation since 2001 and rests off the beaten path of Sherwood Forest. It is adorned with sparkling chandeliers, a richness of varnished mahogany wood and antique brick giving it that “New Orleans Flair” combined with a warm Southern elegance.