The Cooper Estate is a privately owned historic Florida property in the Redland agricultural district south of Miami, offering a lush, sprawling natural setting of ancient orchards, native hardwood hammocks, and manicured gardens. The estate's old-Florida character and natural abundance of photogenic settings — from moss-draped oaks to wildflower meadows — make it a favorite for couples who want organic, genuine natural beauty far from the resort corridor.
Best seasons to marry here
Plan your day here
When are you getting married?
Pick a day and I'll work out the light for it — sunset here, when golden hour opens, and the ceremony time that puts you inside it.
Planning your timeline
| Month | Sunset | Ceremony | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:52 PM | 3:52 PM | 2.0″ |
| February | 6:15 PM | 4:15 PM | 2.3″ |
| March | 7:30 PM | 5:30 PM | 2.3″ |
| April | 7:44 PM | 5:44 PM | 3.4″ |
| May | 7:59 PM | 5:59 PM | 5.6″ |
| June | 8:13 PM | 6:13 PM | 10.1″ |
| July | 8:15 PM | 6:15 PM | 7.8″ |
| August | 7:57 PM | 5:57 PM | 10.2″ |
| September | 7:26 PM | 5:26 PM | 10.1″ |
| October | 6:54 PM | 4:54 PM | 7.6″ |
| November | 5:33 PM | 3:33 PM | 2.9″ |
| December | 5:33 PM | 3:33 PM | 2.3″ |
Sunset times are calculated for this venue's coordinates, shown in EDT for the 15th of each month in 2026. Golden hour is the 60 minutes before sunset. The ceremony start is my rule of thumb — about 2 hours before sunset, so a short ceremony and family photos still leave the two of you in golden light. Adjust it to your own timeline. Average temperatures and rainfall are NOAA 1991–2020 normals from PERRINE 4W, 0.4 miles away.
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
Open vendor policy
Bar / Alcohol
Licensed bartenders required
Music Curfew
10:00 PM
Rental Hours
8 hrs included
Vendors
None
Rain Backup Plan
Covered barn and porch spaces available
Hurricane Season Note
June–November; inland location reduces direct storm surge risk; outdoor event; confirm protocols
Verify Before You Book
Confirm current rental rates and available dates — beloved by Miami photographers
Rob Craven
Lead Photographer
Sunset Direction
West-facing — beautiful golden hour light over the groves
Shade Coverage
Old-growth hardwood canopy and barn shelter
Best Shots & Hidden Gems
Ancient live oaks, Redland agricultural landscape, wildflower meadow, historic barn structure, farmhouse garden ceremony spaces
22901 SW 152nd Ave
Miami, FL
Parking
On-site lot
Nearest Airport
Miami International Airport (MIA) · 28 mi
Guest Hotels
Marriott Dadeland, Sonesta Miami Airport, Homestead area hotels
