The Cottage Farmhouse is your hidden gem…

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Our charming venue located in Glencoe (55 miles west of Minneapolis) is surrounded by lush countryside and lined with hundred year old maple trees. 

Our property has all the elegance and reclaimed charm you need to create an unforgettable experience for both you and your guests. 

Choose from our TWO ceremony locations...

 

Banner photo: Coral Mia Photography | Photo: HL Photo (above)

 

CEREMONY BARN

Our hundred-year-old white dairy barn, where you can take in the beauty of the natural wood, soaring 30-foot ceilings and crystal chandeliers, is ideal for an indoor ceremony.

Photo: Kiana Grant Photo

CEREMONY WEDDING PASTURE

Tucked away from all the hustle and bustle, our white arbor is nestled between a grove of trees surrounded by reclaimed wood benches to accommodate your guests - picturesque for your outdoor "I do's".

Photo: Cait ‘n her Camera

When Golden Hour comes, it provides the most magical backdrop for your photos.

Photo: HL Photography

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 TWO reception spaces to choose from…

Yes, you read that right!

We know most of the venues you are looking at only have one but we have an indoor and an outdoor space. We love options—and both are included in your price!

 
 

Photo: Anna Holly Photography

INDOOR RECEPTION BARN 

Dinner is served under large chandeliers and tall arched ceilings followed by lots of dancing. This space was newly renovated to include a beautiful stone fireplace, white french doors, shiplap walls, and is heated/cooled.

 
 

 Dinner under the stars…

as the sun fades behind the silos, the twinkling café lights turn on and offer a romantic setting on the patio/pergola. under a sky full of stars or around the bonfire, enjoy the celebration taking place all around.

Phot0: Laura Banken Photography

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Photo: Tiffany Kokal Photography, Megan Tetzloff Photography, Revel Woods Photography

OUTDOOR RECEPTION PERGOLA

An unexpected gem—our pergola is the star of the show with your guests. This space, complete with an expansive patio, offers a great area for your guests to enjoy a unique dinner reception or sip a cold drink, mingle and relax at our bistro tables and chairs. Our Minnesota seasons are short, and we know your guests want to enjoy every minute in our beautiful outdoor spaces.

 
 
 

All the VALUE that’s included…

 

Day of coordinator | Your unsung hero of the day that makes your wedding run like a dream!

Venue Manager

indoor/outdoor ceremony spaces

indoor/outdoor reception spaces

Bridal Cottage + Granary (getting ready suites)

Handcrafted wood harvest tables + upgraded white Chiavari chairs

Handicap accessible restrooms

Bistro sets + faux marble bar tables

Lawn games

Fire pit + bonfire firewood

Professional insect control

Special photo areas: potting shed, tree swing, corn crib, fruit grove, the sylvan + silo alley

Plenty of space for lawn games, bonfires and gorgeous views of our 15-acre property

NO HIDDEN FEES + no outstanding bill after the wedding!

and so much more….

We also offer a range of additional packages and services to help your special day run smoothly. Please inquire if you are interested in our A La Carte services, specialty décor rentals and draping packages.

 

Photo: Sophisticated Grace Photography, Alma Films and Michaela Paige Photography

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An abundance of natural light...

Your photographer will thank you!

 
 

Photo: Cait ‘n her Camera, Tessa June Photography

BRIDAL COTTAGE

The Bridal Cottage of your dreams! The original farmhouse was renovated and turned into our beautiful French-inspired Bridal Cottage that features great lighting for your photographs, vintage furniture, large floor to ceiling mirror, cream velvet sofa, marble countertops, petite chandeliers and a fireplace. We even have a private deck overlooking our fruit trees where the bride can enjoy the beauty of the day. This building is heated and air conditioned and includes a mini refrigerator.

 
 
 

Photo: Tessa June Photography

 

THE GRANARY

Features the original bushel markings from the early 1900s and provides a space for your partner to relax and take in the joy of the day. This building is heated and air conditioned and includes a mini refrigerator.

 

We want to let you in on a secret…

you can have a beautiful wedding for an affordable price—full of value!

Photo: Sophisticated Grace Photography

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INSTAGRAM WORTHY MOMENTS

The unique spaces that are included for a one-of-a kind wedding day.

CORN CRIB

Offers a quaint space for the bride and groom's "first look" and/or a great backdrop for your wedding day photos.

SILO ALLEY

Lush trees and vine-covered silos give each couple a picturesque backdrop to capture the moments of the day.

TREE SWING

There are blooms in the spring and berries in the fall, this tree is a magical photo moment.

FRUIT GROVE

Filled with two small rows of seasonal apple, pear and plum trees.

PET FRIENDLY

We love animals! They are a part of our family, too. Bring yours to personalize your day.

THE SYLVAN

A canopy of trees tucked away with twinkle lights designed just for you.

Photo: Captured Glory Photography, Tessa June Photography, Michaela Paige Photography, Alma Films, Megan Tetzloff Photography

 ALL the ways we save you money…

The Cottage Farmhouse intentionally planned the spaces with you in mind.

A wedding doesn’t need to cost a fortune to be beautiful!

 

Custom built, real wood harvest tables | No need to budget extra for expensive table linens

Day of coordinator included | Saves you up to $1500 on a day of coordination

Bring in your own food and beverage in the morning for your bridal party | Other venues need ALL food to come through their catering service.

NO guest count or food/beverage minimums

Bring in bottled pop/water and packaged snacks | Other venues won’t let you bring in outside beverages and snacks for your guests

Beautiful spaces that requires minimal decor | Lush planters, dimmable chandeliers, and cafe lights are strung around the property to give you timeless photographs

NO HIDDEN FEES. You will never recieve a bill from us after the wedding | Beware of hidden fees and extras that can build up!

Now, you get to choose where to put those extra dollars you saved!

 
 

Catering + Bartending Providers

To keep it streamlined and easy for you to plan, we have one bartending service and three catering providers to choose from, including a locally sourced, organic choice. There are no catering or beverage minimums required. Inquire for late night wood fire pizza options, too.

Couples may bring in their own desserts (from a licensed baker), bottled pop/water, and packaged snacks.

 

This Little Piggy

BBQ & other fun casual, budget-friendly options.

Apples 2 Apples Catering

Organic, farm-to-table. Great vegan & GF options.

Blanc Slate Catering

Formerly Distinctive Catering. Upscale option.

Hitch & Sip


Bar Service. Unique & fully customizable.

 

PRICING + AVAILABILTY

INVESTMENTS ARE BETWEEN $4250 - $7695 (includes a day of coordinator & all of our spaces)

contact us for more details

You are required to take out event liability insurance for $1 million coverage. You can simply add it on to your homeowner’s insurance or purchase it online for less than $200 at WedSafe.com. We require you to have security on-site and that is a $320 fee.