If you’re looking for the perfect, old-fashioned, little, white chapel for your wedding… this is it!
The Bridal Chapel of Door County can comfortably seat up to 100 guests. They can provide a non-denominational minister, decorations and music (songs of your choice) or you can provide your own officiant, etc. Outdoor weddings are also an option with a very lovely waterfront reception site available.
Owner, Donna Streckenbach has been a wedding consultant for more than 35 years and thoroughly enjoys helping each bride and groom plan their most special day to make it an everlasting, beautiful memory! Weddings are performed any day of the week at any time. The Bridal Chapel provides a beautiful, romantic atmosphere in a nondenominational, religious setting.
Gustave’s Getaway is a completely restored historic Door County log cabin that is situated on 80 acres of its original farmstead.
This Door County log cabin was built in 1887 by Annie Miller’s great grandfather using timber native to Door County. It has been home to four generations of Millers. Located on a quiet country road, it is centrally located to the northern Door County communities of Baileys Harbor, Sister Bay, Ephraim, and Fish Creek and minutes from the shores of Green Bay and Lake Michigan.
The Miller family invites you to step back in time to enjoy Door County’s historic past first hand. Our historic home sleeps 6, has full cooking facilities, and all linens are supplied. Our country estate beckons you to its old growth forest trails, flowered meadows, rolling hills and abundance of wildlife. Open year round, you are one with the fall colors, breathtaking sunrises and sets, Northern lights, and jeweled winter beauty.
A short distance away, Carl’s at the Farm accommodates up to 10 adults, and was completely renovated this past year. The home, features modern conveniences that guests expect while maintaining its rustic country character.
“A Woodwalk wedding is something to remember!”
Woodwalk Gallery features a soaring setting that is centered in an 1890’s revitalized Door County barn. It houses an art gallery and a reception hall, located in a quiet setting, ¾ mile off the main Highway 42, north of Carlsville. They offer a unique, Door County experience to be found almost nowhere else consistent with an effort to provide “the essence of Door County in an historic setting.”
Celebrate your wedding in the setting of a historic barn and its surrounding, natural, scenic landscapes. With many options for your ceremony outdoors or in, dinner in the barn or under a tent adjacent to the barn, Woodwalk is a canvas waiting for you to personalize it. They can accommodate groups up to 250+ and include the ambience of a regionally recognized art gallery as part of the glow. There are also spaces on site for Bridal party and Groomsmen preparations.
Björklunden vid Sjön, Swedish for “Birch Grove at the Lake” (but commonly translated to “Birch Forest by the Water”), is a 425-acre estate on the Lake Michigan shore just south of Baileys Harbor in Door County, Wisconsin. A place of great beauty and serenity, the estate was bequeathed to Lawrence University in 1963 by Donald and Winifred Boynton of Highland Park, Illinois.
Following a 2007 expansion project, the splendid two-story, 37,000-square-foot lodge contains a great room, multi-purpose and seminar rooms, dining room and kitchen, as well as 22 guest rooms. There are two lakeside decks, a second-story observation deck, an elevator and a computer lab. The entire facility has wireless Internet access and plenty of parking.
The fee for weddings and receptions is $2,750.
Open year ’round, The Foxglove Inn is located in the heart of historic Sturgeon Bay.
The location couldn’t be better as it is within easy walking distance to the TAP theater, restaurants, shops, concerts and year ’round festivities on 3rd Avenue. The inn has private parking and offers bicycle and gear storage for the outdoor enthusiast. Because there are only 7 suites, you will have the personal attention of the owners, Carri and Kelly. They will happily accommodate any special dietary requirements you may have and welcome ways to help make your stay even more special. Both owners have backgrounds in hospitality and events management, making The Foxglove Inn perfect for groups and small weddings!
“From the first time we visited in the winter to our wedding in their backyard this fall, we have felt incredibly welcomed. Carri and Kelly helped make the weekend of our wedding everything we dreamed it would be. These women are talented and they are what makes Foxglove as special as it is. If you are looking for a romantic experience this place is it.” – Megan Scheel
Sign on, cast off and tie the knot on the waters of Door County with crew aboard the Edith M. Becker!
For a bride and groom seeking a fabulous venue for a more personal marriage ceremony of up to 22 guests, this traditional tall ship affords a feast for the eye and camera lens alike as your vows of marriage are exchanged before a Door County sunset on the waters of Green Bay. Their sixty-five foot, gaff-rigged schooner has hosted weddings for brides and grooms in Door County for decades. Cedar decks, wooden spars, a bronze steering wheel and compass – all these touches add a classic look and feel to your Door County wedding as your party sets sail along the rocky shoreline and under tree-covered bluffs.
Their crew will work with you in creating your dream wedding, covering every detail from decorations to food, beverages and a professional photographer. A complimentary champagne toast and a cannon salute will complete your ceremony as you sail back to port in the setting sun.
At the center of beautiful Door County, Simon Creek Vineyard and Winery lies directly astride the 45 degree north parallel; you couldn’t ask for a better vineyard and winery site.
Simon Creek Winery is a state of the art wine producing facility, where the pleasures of wine and food are as important to them as their rich history and winemaking practices. They cordially invite you to visit and take a free tour.
Garden Gables is located on five, picturesque acres outside of Sister Bay, Wisconsin – the perfect backdrop for your special event!
After successfully hosting their own wedding with more than 400 guests in June, 2014 it was a “no-brainer” as to what owners James and Kayla Larsen should do with their restored farm property. Garden Gables Farm now offers a gorgeous and whimsical wedding event setting for couples who seek the unusual.
“There is always a beautiful cross breeze and so many trees surrounding the property, making it so quiet and peaceful. In the summer, there’s a water feature and stream that is constantly running which you can hear in the backdrop. That, paired with the lovely trellis and gazebo, is truly a magical setting,” says Door County Today’s reporter, Laurel Ciohon.
Washington Island is a beautiful location for a wedding, and the Scandinavian Stavkirke Church constructed based on a 12th century Stavkirke in Borgund, Norway, is a wonderfully unique setting for a wedding.
If your wedding will be attended by more than 38, wedding party and guests can be accommodated in Trinity Lutheran, the main church which is located across the street. The pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church is also pastor of the Stavkirke and is responsible for presiding at all worship services, weddings and baptisms. Visiting clergy may assist at the sole discretion of the Trinity pastor.
On the dock, in front of the fountain, whether it is just the two of you or you are joined by a small group of family and friends, Country House Resort has the perfect spot for your special ceremony.
In addition to the breathtaking setting and accommodations, their staff specializes in providing your wedding party with the assistance and personal attention required to make your day perfect. They are happy to assist you with flowers, cake, champagne …if you have a special request or idea, feel free to speak with Amy, their manager and they will be happy to follow through with assistance.
There are two outdoor ceremony locations at Horseshoe Bay Golf Club. The Main Clubhouse location is adjacent to the 18th hole, overlooking panoramic views of the water of Green Bay. The Beach Club location is on the shoreline of Green Bay.
There are three different wedding reception locations at Horseshoe Bay Golf Club which include the Main Clubhouse with seating for 200, the Beach Club dining room with seating for 70 and the Beach Club lawn for an outdoor, tented reception with seating for 350. The Main Clubhouse site fee ranges from $1,500 to $6,000 while the Beach Club facility site fee is based by guest count, ranging from $1,500 to $3,500.
Horseshoe Bay Golf Club provides all food and beverage preparation and service. No outside caterers or beverage services are allowed without written permission from the Food and Beverage Manager excluding wedding cakes, cake pops, sweets and cupcakes. Seated dinner service ranges from $26 to $38 per person which includes choice of salad and dinner rolls while buffet dinner service ranges from $28 to $37 per person.
Discover the advantages of hosting your wedding at Horseshoe Bay Golf Club with additional information or a personal appointment and tour by contacting Carrie Baldwin Smith, owner of Door County Event Planners at 920.839.1114.
Whether you’re considering a small and intimate or a grand and stylish venue, Gordon Lodge is an idyllic, naturally beautiful, private setting for your dream wedding.
Surrounded by a natural forest and sweeping views of Lake Michigan, Gordon House Event Center is a warm and elegant setting. Gordon House features a wood-beamed, vaulted ceiling, a floor-to-ceiling fireplace, a hardwood dance floor, a large outdoor patio and oversized windows.
Contact Amy Starr, Catering and Events Manager to plan your special day at Gordon Lodge.
White Lace Inn has the perfect intimate setting to Wed or Elope!
More than 1,300 couples have been married at the White Lace Inn, a classic Victorian country inn with 18 guest rooms and suites. Although they are not able to accommodate large groups, the Inn can easily host intimate weddings and elopements of six people or less. There is a wonderful gazebo in the garden that is the perfect spot, in nice weather. Otherwise, you can choose the front parlor with the fireplace. They do not have facilities for a reception – a brief ceremony only. There is no additional charge for this service.
The romantic White Lace Inn is the perfect place for your honeymoon, too.
The Chapel is located in the Heritage Village at Crossroads at Big Creek.
The Chapel is available for rental along with several other optional buildings. The Chapel seats 40-50 people and the fee for weddings is $250. Additional fees are as follows:
Rehearsal or set up the day before – $50/hr
Before 9 am and after 8 pm – $ 50/hr
Setting up a tent – $50/tent
Other buildings are available for small groups. Please contact the Historical Society for more information.
The Alpine Resort on the shoreline of Door County, provides a classically beautiful Door County setting for your special day.
Your wedding party will enjoy breathtaking views of the waters of Green Bay, gorgeous woodland scenery and the scenic beauty that Egg Harbor provides as a lovely backdrop for your wedding photos.
The Alpine’s Hof Restaurant is well-suited for a charming wedding reception and your guests will dance the night away in its spacious rooms overlooking the bay.
Maxwelton Braes Lodge provides a fabulous place to host a wedding of almost any size.
Enjoy their historic lodge that was built in the early 1900’s, complete with lodging accommodations for up to 95 of your guests. Vintage Fairway Suites, one- and two-bedroom Lodge Suites, deluxe Lodge Rooms, basic Lodge Rooms and two, large, off-site homes for groups of up to 18 persons, Maxwelton Braes Lodge also has a restaurant, a bar and a private event area. The Event Room consists of the entire second floor (seats up to 175), and features a dance floor and cocktail area with a large private bar.
Maxwelton Braes Lodge has a large outdoor patio and expansive grounds overlooking the adjacent golf course. You will find it to be the perfect spot for your various outdoor needs. Use the patio for cocktails, dinner and even dancing under the Door County stars – it can easily be tented for protection, so your outdoor guest list is unlimited.
Their premier on site-cater is Pasta Vino. Their sister restaurant, is the Award Winning Steak House – Chop, which is also available for your dining needs or rehearsal dinner. They will tailor a menu, as well as a beverage package, for your specific event.
Various Door County parks may be reserved (but not closed to the public) for weddings, reunions, birthdays, private and company picnics.
Some, like Cave Point, have structures and areas suitable for staging a wedding. You may make a reservation to use them for a specific date. Once on the Door County Parks website, click on Reservations of Parks, Shelters/Facilities or call or email the Door County Parks Department. All reservations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis and are nonrefundable.
The fee for use of the Gazebo at Cave Point is $75 per day.
Want a less formal affair focused on the people and the party?
Camp David’s party barn is a great option. Home to the Fishstock Concert Series, the barn features professional sound and lighting and plenty of space and parking for a wedding focused on dancing, friends, and partying.
The unique characteristics found at Stone’s Throw Winery allow them to accommodate your wedding with quite a unique flair.
Sharing their passion and knowledge for wine has been their “goal” since opening in 1997. Indoors or out on the grounds, their event spaces offer something special and will cater to an array of styles and budgets. Contact them to schedule a private viewing.
Eagle Harbor Inn invites you to meet “Inn Style,” which means at a quiet, unique, Door County retreat for your upcoming special event.
They specialize in taking care of your wedding needs from start to finish. Let them attend to the details, while you attend to the business of enjoying yourselves. The beauty of this small Ephraim resort means you can expect excellent service and top notch accommodations, as well as great food for your most important day. The Iverson Room can accommodate groups of up to 74 guests in various seating arrangements. Events can also be set up in the Inn, Terrace or Gardens.
Please call or email Rita for an informative Planning Kit with a list of exclusive caterers for the wedding, meeting or family reunion you may be planning.