Bellefield Greathouse & Gardens
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Celebrations are sweeter at this former sugar mill in Montego Bay.
Set on ten lush acres with venues for the most intimate and grandest festivities you can dream up, Bellefield Great House & Gardens offers a welcome departure from Jamaica’s beach scene.
The Lowdown
Type
Banquet Hall / Event FacilityEstate / House / Mansion / VillaGardenHistoric BuildingPlantation
Views
BayCityscapeCoastlineGardenHistorical MonumentLandscaped GroundsMeadow/Field
Style
Classic
Colonial
Elegant
Garden Party
Glamorous
Best type of Celebrations

Venue Setting

Bellefield Greathouse... a destination within a destination. Tucked away in the hills of Montego Bay, this majestic 300 year old mansion gives your guests the experience of "real" Jamaica, with all its glamour, luxury and charm, topped off with the warm hospitality that we have become famous for. Expansive tropical gardens; breathtaking vistas and private seclusion although being only 10 minutes from the City centre make this venue a unique and sought after venue for your special event.

Capacity

Seated
400
Buffet
800
Standing
1000
Fees
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
Price range

Does this include catering fees?

No

Estimated price per head

from $29 to $200

Additional charges

taxes; service charge; catering; bar; decor (where applicable) 

Insurance

Additional Insurance Is Not Required To Host An Event Here

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Event Logistics and Amenities
(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)
Celebrations hosted here since
1993
Curfew
No Curfew
Venue spaces
Outdoor Venue Space Only
Catering
Client Must Use The Catering Provided By The Venue
Alcohol
Corkage/Bottle Fee – You Can Bring Your Own Alcohol For A Fee
Music
Indoors & Outdoors
Smoking
Smoking Permitted
Accommodations
Bridal Suite available for Bride and her party to get dressed and have their services done (hair; make up and nail services can also be arranged) 
Eco/Green Events
Yes
Pet-Friendly Events
Yes
Kid Friendly Events
Yes
Handicap Accessible
Yes
Amenities
  • A/V Equipment
  • Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
  • Valet Parking
  • Wifi
  • Ample Parking Onsite
  • Dining Chairs
Inside Scoop

We offer the most incredible freshly pressed ginger beer and unique cocktails. Our waiters will parade out to serve your dessert balancing the plates on their heads. 

Venue Features
The scene:
Our venue is set on a 3000 acre sugar plantation still owned and operated by the original family. The setting includes a historic mansion/ greathouse and sugar mill built in the early 1700s and the tour is available for guests. Beautiful backdrops for photos including historic buildings, majestic gardens and sweeping landscapes surrounding the property. View includes city, estate and mountain vistas. We are 10 minutes from the city centre and 10-30 minutes from all major hotels but our tucked away on our personal estate so Bellefield Greathouse is your private home for the day... and night. We offer inpeccable service and have an award winning chef onsite who will work with you to create your own bespoke menu. Most importantly we love what we do and look forward to hosting our guests with the same personal touch we entertain with in our own home. Welcome!
Design:
We offer a victorian and colonial setting with a private tour of the greathouse and other historical sites all set in our beautiful tropical gardens. We also cut fresh coconuts from the field and many other personal touches.
Standout venue features:
We offer an extremely personalised service and so the sky is the limit. Just tell us what your dream event looks like and we work with you to make sure it happens!
Extra perks:
Wood feasting tables and pew style benches or hand carved Jamaian mahogany chairs. Wedding planner at your service. Chef on property to design your menu. Bridal suite and personal attention to decor.
Awards & Notables
Awards, recognitions, or noteworthy achievements associated with the venue.
TV productions for several historic documentaries and films. Kuya; local newspapers; wedding shoots for various fashion and bridal magazines.
Food Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Lounges
This section provides insights into our diverse culinary and social offerings.
We offer a tropical continental fusion but have an award winning chef onsite who is able to provide most types of cuisine requested. We can also source chefs specialised in your choice of food.
We have a beautiful historic sugar mill which can be used as a cool lounge and bar for the after party or pre-event. The property features several private and secluded areas which allow clients to choose their own personal spots for bars and lounges and dancing and entertainment.
Celebration Locations
This section outlines the various spaces available within the venue for different types of events.
Greathouse Gardens
Tropical gardens featuring an enormous Guango tree
Gazebo Garden
Separated from the Greathouse and featuring a elegant gazebo
Trellis
Set betwixt both gardens. This space offers a private and intimate setting for a small group
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