The Best Beach & Waterfront Wedding Venues in North Star, MI

The Best Beach & Waterfront Wedding Venues in North Star, MI

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4 Wedding Venues in North Star, MI

Beaches, waterfront settings
100-150 guests
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The Orchard Wedding Venue 

5.0

Charlotte, MI
  • Up to 400 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $3,500

Enjoy your special day with your outdoor ceremony in the beauty of nature in the middle of a historic apple orchard or by getting married on the dock of our orchard pond. Celebrate your reception in our Orchard Barn which offers modern amenities, bride & groom changing rooms, & kitchen. Delight in the freedom to easily plan with affordability by choosing your own vendors to assist you. Relax with the flexibility of simple pricing that allows you to invite 20 to 400 guests to your ceremony and reception. Located in mid-Michigan near Lansing, Battle Creek & Jackson our family farm is the perfect wedding venue for your ceremony and reception. We are only an hour's drive from Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides a dedicated team on-site
  • Flexible event spaces
  • Private area for the wedding party

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you don't want a rustic vibe
  • No on-premises lodging options
  • Best for events with big guest lists
I am a caterer and I have been doing weddings at the Orchard for about 10 years. Great people, great venue, great donuts and cider as well!
Ben G, a year ago
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The English Inn 

5.0

Eaton Rapids, MI
  • Up to 200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor

15-acre historic Tudor Revival estate with formal English gardens along the Grand River. Our elegant ballroom features crystal chandeliers and large picturesque windows. This historic Inn and ballroom combines classic elegance and a vintage feel, creating a timeless wedding experience that is unforgettable for couples and their guests. We have the perfect venue for summer and fall weddings with our vibrant gardens, or a magical winter occasion with snow covered grounds. While we host grand weddings of up to 200 guests, we also specialize in weddings as intimate as under 10 guests.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designed for grand celebrations

Venue considerations

  • Couple must handle cleanup and setup
  • Does not allow pets
  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
First off, the all-inclusive aspect of English Inn was perfect. We had our rehearsal, rehearsal dinner, wedding, photos, cocktail hour, and reception there - plus our bridal party and immediate family stayed on site! It really took a lot of stress out of the weekend to not have to worry about how to get from A to B. And since the Inn's banquet hall caters the meal and has a bar, that was 2 fewer vendors we had to worry about! Not to mention chairs, tables, linens, etc all provided as well. For two people who aren't familiar with event planning, the English Inn made planning our wedding a breeze! Adriana is amazing as event coordinator, she was always able to answer every question quickly and professionally. The staff was all really friendly and the food was AMAZING! Absolutely no regrets or "what-if"s on our venue choice.
Kate S., 3 years ago
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Bear Creek Farm 
Laingsburg, MI
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

Bear Creek Farm is a beautiful outdoor event barn available in Laingsburg, Michigan. Located on seventy acres with rolling hills, surrounded in all directions by beautiful landscape with a gorgeous picturesque pond surrounded by weeping willows, our historic barn built in 1908 makes the most beautiful wedding ceremony setting. Bear Creek Farm, named for its creek that runs alongside its perimeter of the property, offers absolutely stunning photographic opportunities. Having your wedding at Bear Creek Farm is ideal for providing a relaxing and fun gathering place for friends and family to enjoy your special day, being able to play horseshoes, croquet, corn hole or relax by the bonfire making s'mores under the stars. We look forward to sharing our special Bear Creek Farm to help create your unique vision of the perfect wedding for the most memorable day of your life!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Accommodates more than 200 guests
  • Bridal suite on site
  • Unique barn setting

Venue considerations

  • Dance floor not included
  • Best for events with big guest lists
  • No venue-provided food services
Eagle Eye Golf Club 
Bath, MI
  • Up to 550 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $5,000

Eagle Eye Golf Club is a beautiful country-club wedding venue located in Bath, MI. This sprawling property features a manicured 18-hole golf course, stunning natural scenery, and an array of event spaces. Here, couples can create a luxurious wedding celebration with the assistance of the venue’s experienced staff. Eagle Eye Golf Club aims to provide for all event needs, allowing you to stage the day of your dreams. For those who wish to wed outdoors, the venue offers the idyllic Wedding Garden. With green grass, pruned shrubs and flowers providing a natural perimeter, this park-like setting is ideal for saying “I do”. Up to 500 guests can be comfortably accommodated here with a theater-style seating plan. A podium, wedding arbor, and portable PA system can be provided by the venue for your convenience. The extensive Veranda is a picturesque spot to host a relaxed cocktail hour. Guests can admire the stunning scenery while lounging on the patio furniture.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides setup and cleanup
  • Provides a dedicated team on-site
  • Flexible event spaces

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Does not allow pets
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists

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About wedding venues in North Star, MI

Planning your dream Michigan wedding opens up a world of possibilities, from breathtaking historic mansions to stunning lakefront estates and contemporary event spaces. You'll find venue costs typically running between $7,200 and $8,400, right in line with what couples pay nationwide ($6,500 to $12,000).

What Makes Michigan Wedding Venues Stand Out from Other States?

You'll discover incredible variety here in Michigan. The Planterra Conservatory lets you celebrate year-round under glass ceilings surrounded by lush tropical gardens. History buffs love The Henry Ford's unique industrial-age backdrop with its beautifully restored buildings. Step into the roaring twenties at Colony Club Detroit with its Italian Renaissance architecture and sparkling crystal chandeliers. Meadow Brook Hall offers you 88,000 square feet of Tudor-revival grandeur while the Royal Park Hotel blends modern luxury with old-world European charm.

How Much Does a Michigan Wedding Cost in 2024?

Your wedding budget will shift based on guest count and venue choice. For a typical 150-guest celebration, here's how vendor costs break down:

• Venue: $7,821 (17%) • Catering: $6,257 (13%) • Florists: $5,688 (12%) • Bar Services: $5,006 (11%) • Photographers: $4,124 (9%) • Videographers: $3,854 (8%) • Planners: $2,560 (5%) • Bands and DJs: $1,350 (3%)

What's the Timeline for Booking Michigan Wedding Vendors?

Start your planning early - most venues need booking about 14 months ahead with September being prime booking season. You'll want to lock in photographers and caterers around 11 months out. Videographers typically book 9 months before your big day while hair and makeup artists schedule about 8 months ahead.

Michigan Wedding Regions: Where Are the Most Popular Venues?

Detroit's metropolitan area shines with waterfront venues along the Detroit River and converted automotive factories featuring exposed brick and industrial charm. Grand Rapids puts its craft brewery culture front and center with reception spaces in historic taprooms. Up in Traverse City you can say "I do" overlooking crystal waters at vineyard venues that offer dedicated wine tasting spaces for cocktail hour.

Seasonal Considerations for Michigan Wedding Venues

SeasonVenue FeaturesSpecial Considerations
SummerOutdoor ceremonies, garden receptionsIndoor backup spaces for weather
FallScenic foliage backdropsEarlier sunset times
WinterCozy indoor spacesHeated outdoor areas
SpringBlooming gardensWeather contingency plans

Where Can Guests Stay Near Michigan Wedding Venues?

Your Detroit guests can enjoy dedicated wedding blocks at spots like the Westin Book Cadillac and Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center. Up north near Traverse City you'll find on-site lodging at vineyard estates and waterfront resorts. Along Lake Michigan couples love that venues often provide shuttle services to nearby beach resorts and boutique hotels.

How to Incorporate Michigan Culture Into Your Wedding Venue?

Make your celebration uniquely Michigan by choosing former automotive factories where original assembly lines and industrial cranes create striking ceremony backdrops. Great Lakes venues let you embrace maritime history with lighthouse ceremonies and boat arrivals. Northern Michigan wineries offer vineyard tours during cocktail hour while urban venues serve up Detroit-style pizza and local craft beer tastings.

Michigan's Most Distinctive Venue Features

You'll find lakefront properties offering private beach ceremonies paired with climate-controlled ballrooms featuring floor-to-ceiling windows. Historic mansions wow guests with original architectural details like grand staircases and wood-paneled libraries while providing modern amenities including dedicated wedding suites and professional kitchens.

What Modern Amenities Do Michigan Venues Offer?

Today's Michigan venues keep up with technology offering streaming services for virtual guests complete with dedicated tech staff managing multi-camera setups. You can visualize your perfect layout using venues' 3D modeling software for customizable floor plans. Many locations provide dedicated preparation suites with professional lighting and styling stations plus separate cocktail spaces during photo sessions.

Through Michigan's diverse venue landscape you'll discover spaces that blend historical charm natural beauty and modern conveniences to create your perfect wedding celebration.

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