About Ocala Estate
Our Story
Delve into the History of Ocala
uilt in 1957 by the prominent Jim L. Gillis Jr. and his wife, Katherine, this stately home was the primary residence of this family until 2018. Mr. Gillis was known as a local banker, timber man, cattleman, farmer and lifelong resident of Treutlen County, Georgia. He comes from a long line of ambitious and influential men who served the State of Georgia for nearly 200 years.
His father, Mr. Jim L. Gillis, Sr. was an effective politician and served as the Director of GA State Highway Board for more than 15 years. He helped create Georgia's modern highway system, converting them from dirt to concrete and pavement. A stretch of I-16 from Macon to Savannah is named in his honor.
Mr Jim. L. Jr.'s grandfather, Neil Gillis is know as the "Father of Treutlen County." As a banker and large land owner, Mr. Gillis effectively campaigned for the development of Treutlen County. He effectively named it after Georgia's first official Governor, Mr. John Adam Treutlen.
After its purchase in 2021, the new owner restored and converted the estate into a premier event space. The property is named after her beloved grandmother, Vivian Ocala Morris.
Venue Details
Conveniently Located on an 11 Acre Estate
Less than 10 minutes from I-16
Private Bridal Suite & Separate Men's Den
Over Three Acres of Outdoor Event Space
250 Person Capacity for All Events
Multiple Event Backdrops
Wireless Internet
Ample Parking
Onsite Overnight Amenities
Meet Our Team.
Dedicated to giving you the experience of a lifetime
Brittany Ledford
Owner & Proprietor
Brittany is the owner and proprietor of Ocala Estate. Brittany restored the manor with painstaking attention to original detail and converted the space into a high end wedding venue. In line with her reverence for history and tradition, Brittany named Ocala Estate after her beloved Grandmother, Vivian Ocala Morris.
Kennedy Braucht
Creative/Marketing & Operations Director
Kennedy is the lead Marketing and Creative Director of the two marketing teams at Ocala Estate. She is responsible for all online and social media development, and is the creative aspect behind events held at the venue. She is in charge of being an informational resource to all couples who become Ocala couples, in order to give them the best experience possible.
Matthew Woods
Head Property Manager/Designer
Matt is the head property manager at Ocala Estate. He is in charge of our private grounds tours, vendor / client communications, and giving you a look in to what our venue has to offer for your wedding or event. Along with creating a successful on site environment, he is the Design & Decor expert here at Ocala.
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