Silver Heart Inn And Cottages

•Ratings include Zola and Google reviews

Raw space venue

The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $1,595

Guest capacity

Up to 100 seated guests


About this venue

Silver Heart Inn is a venue located in the historically designated Stone-Gamble Home. This venue blends the splendor of a bygone era and modern amenities creating the perfect setting for your special day. The historical home can seat 35 guests for an event while the spacious gardens can seat up to 100 guests. Located in historic Independence, Missouri, Silver Heart Inn and Cottages offers a charming, stress-free setting for weddings, elopements, and wedding-related celebrations. Set within a beautifully restored 1856 mansion, this intimate bed & breakfast seamlessly blends vintage elegance with modern comforts. Couples can host unforgettable ceremonies and receptions surrounded by lush gardens, historic architecture, and warm hospitality. With custom packages, an on-site coordinator, and private guest rooms and cottages, it’s an all-in-one sanctuary for your entire wedding weekend.


Our event spaces

Silver Heart Inn And Cottages

Historic charm meets serene garden elegance.

Silver Heart Inn features versatile indoor and outdoor event spaces tailored to your vision. Outside, the lush garden courtyard offers a romantic setting featuring a manicured lawn, vibrant floral surroundings, a bubbling fountain, white picket fencing, and ambient string lighting. Indoors, the historic 1856 mansion provides cozy, light-filled gathering areas rich with architectural detail, antique character, and modern conveniences. Beyond ceremony and reception areas, the property includes private cottages and guest suites ideal for getting ready, hosting welcome gatherings, or relaxing throughout your wedding weekend.

Guest capacity

35-100 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Silver Heart Inn And Cottages

Historic charm meets serene garden elegance.

Silver Heart Inn features versatile indoor and outdoor event spaces tailored to your vision. Outside, the lush garden courtyard offers a romantic setting featuring a manicured lawn, vibrant floral surroundings, a bubbling fountain, white picket fencing, and ambient string lighting. Indoors, the historic 1856 mansion provides cozy, light-filled gathering areas rich with architectural detail, antique character, and modern conveniences. Beyond ceremony and reception areas, the property includes private cottages and guest suites ideal for getting ready, hosting welcome gatherings, or relaxing throughout your wedding weekend.

Guest capacity

35-100 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”


Available services that can be provided by Silver Heart Inn And Cottages

Services & amenities

  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Liability insurance
  • On-site accommodations
  • Set up
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Sound / AV

Accommodations

  • Honeymoon suite
  • Luxury suites
  • Room blocks offered

Reviews

Write a review
Rating: 4.9

4.9 out of 5

94 reviews

  • RV

    RUSTY VOSS

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Sep 12, 2026

    A truly wonderful place to stay — and an even better host My wife and I stayed at Silver Heart Inn & Cottages during our trip to Independence, and I honestly can’t say enough good things about our experience. From the very beginning, Charles has been absolutely wonderful. His communication has been superb, and he has gone out of his way to be accommodating and make sure we felt comfortable and welcome. There’s a level of genuine hospitality here that you simply don’t get from a typical hotel. You can tell that Charles truly cares about his guests and about making their stay a memorable one. The inn itself has so much character and charm, and it feels warm and inviting rather than just being another place to sleep for the night. But as nice as the property is, Charles and the way he treats his guests are what really make this place special. When you’re traveling, finding somewhere you feel comfortable and genuinely welcomed can make a huge difference in the entire trip. Silver Heart Inn & Cottages has been exactly that for us. I can say without hesitation that whenever I’m back in Missouri, this is where I’ll be staying. Charles has earned lifelong customers in my wife and me, and I would wholeheartedly recommend Silver Heart Inn & Cottages to anyone visiting the Independence area. If you’re considering staying here, book it. You’ll be glad you did. Thank you, Charles, for your kindness, hospitality, and for making our stay such a great experience. We truly appreciate it and look forward to coming back.

  • CD

    Chris Dunlap

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Sep 11, 2026

    Had an amazing Time! As first timers we were blown away with the cleanliness and the service was impeccable. Charles was so friendly and helpful. Highly recommend. We will be back!

  • KL

    Karen Levosky

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Sep 7, 2026

    Stayed in the Gamble Suite with my adult son, great rooms, delicious breakfast, great location and an amazing host in Charles. Definitely the place to stay to explore Independence and Kansas City.

  • DK

    Dylan Kush

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Sep 7, 2026

  • MM

    Madeleine McGrath

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Sep 5, 2026

    We came initially for the Eras tour where we got engaged! Charles was so amazing and all the food he makes is reason enough to come stay! All the rooms are so clean and cozy! We had our wedding here and he accommodated everything perfectly! We had our entire family stay at the inn and they all loved it so much this is their new go-to place to stay whenever they're in KC!


Vendors required by Silver Heart Inn And Cottages

Cakes and desserts
Yummies By Yoka
Photographers
Focus and Flow Photography
Blue Springs, MO

Preferred vendors of Silver Heart Inn And Cottages

Cakes & desserts
Yummies By Yoka
Caterer
Pepper Berries Teaching Emporium
Independence, MO
Photographer
Focus and Flow Photography
Blue Springs, MO

May, June, July, October
Yes, we allow beer, champagne and wine for events. Stronger alcoholic beverages require a bartender to be hired for the event. Silver Heart Inn does not have an alcohol license.
We have a total of 6 parking spaces which are for guest staying overnight on our property. Event parking is located off of 23rd and Noland just a few yards away from the inn.
Yes, our historical home and gardens are wheelchair accessible. We also have a ramp at the side entrance, hearing-impaired fire alarm lights, and trained staff.
Booking fees for our facilities, and all payments made including deposits, are non-refundable. If you cancel your event within 40 days of your booked date, we’ll bill you the full amount of all estimated charges.
Your reservation includes four hours from start to finish, including the time it takes our staff to set up and clean up. Any additional time will be billed at $200 per hour. We will allow up to 6 hours if the entire property is booked.
No, our venue is fully insured.