Welcome to The Cottage Farmhouse
your UNIQUE outdoor Minneapolis wedding venue
Affordable elegance, always within your reach.
If you've been looking for a timeless venue that won't break your budget--we are your hidden gem.
Come fall in love with The Cottage Farmhouse. From the moment you step onto the grounds, you will experience the beauty of the countryside with all of the reclaimed charm that makes our outdoor barn venue ideal for your one-of-a-kind day, located less than 55 miles west of Minneapolis.
We understand the pressure to have a beautiful wedding that is unique and sets you apart while working within the constraints of a budget. With over 300 weddings served and 60,000 guests, let us put our expertise to work for you. We have intentionally planned our spaces to be beautiful in pictures without needing an abundance of decor.
You get all the pretty without the big price tag. Affordable elegance, always within your reach.
Offering beautiful, timeless spaces at an accessible price point.
Come and see where your happily-ever-after begins!
“The Cottage Farmhouse is truly a hidden gem! The classic unfinished barn was PERFECT for our rustic and elegant wedding. Kim & Bailey were wonderful to work with! Their recommendations for vendors and ease to work with made the day go off without a snag! Having an onsite coordinator and the decor package was amazing!”
Discover Your Wedding Style
Every couple envisions their wedding day a little differently.
Some dream of exchanging vows beneath towering trees. Others picture a bright white barn filled with laughter, dinner beneath café lights, or a timeless celebration inspired by the English countryside.
At The Cottage Farmhouse, you don't have to choose just one style. Our 15-acre property transforms beautifully to match your vision, creating a wedding day that feels uniquely yours.
Explore the wedding styles couples love most.
Garden Wedding Venue Near Minneapolis
If you've been dreaming of blooming hydrangeas, lush greenery, and a ceremony surrounded by nature, our venue provides the perfect backdrop. Every season brings something beautiful, creating romantic wedding photos from spring through fall.
Perfect for: Garden Weddings • Romantic Weddings • Spring Weddings • Summer Weddings
Forest Wedding Venue
Say "I do" beneath a canopy of mature trees in one of Minnesota's most peaceful outdoor ceremony settings. Our secluded woodland ceremony space offers the beauty of nature while keeping all the comforts of a full-service wedding venue nearby.
Perfect for: Forest Weddings • Woodland Weddings • Outdoor Ceremonies • Nature-Inspired Weddings
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White Barn Wedding Venue
Our century-old white dairy barn blends timeless character with bright, airy elegance. Filled with natural light, soaring ceilings, and classic architectural details, it's a space that feels both refined and welcoming in every season.
Perfect for: White Barn Weddings • Modern Farmhouse Weddings • Rustic Elegant Weddings
European-Inspired Wedding Venue
Inspired by the charm of the English countryside, our property features a historic cottage, blooming gardens, vintage details, chandeliers, French doors, and timeless architecture. It's an elegant setting that feels romantic, effortless, and unlike anywhere else in Minnesota.
Perfect for: European-Inspired Weddings • English Garden Weddings • Timeless Wedding Style • Romantic Celebrations
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Indoor & Outdoor Wedding Venue
Why choose between indoor and outdoor when you can have both? Exchange vows beneath the trees, enjoy cocktail hour on the patio, celebrate inside our climate-controlled reception barn, and end the evening beneath twinkle lights on the pergola.
Perfect for: Indoor & Outdoor Weddings • Beautiful Rain Backup • All-Season Celebrations
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Sunset Wedding Venue
Golden fields, glowing skies, towering trees, and unforgettable evening light make sunset one of the most magical moments of the day. From golden hour portraits to cozy bonfires beneath the stars, your celebration only gets more beautiful as the sun goes down.
Perfect for: Sunset Weddings • Golden Hour Photography • Outdoor Receptions • Evening Celebrations
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More Than a Venue. A Wedding Planning Partner.
When you book with The Cottage Farmhouse, you're getting more than a beautiful venue—you're getting over 10 years of wedding expertise to help make planning easier.
What's Included:
Day-of Coordinator
So you can enjoy your wedding—not manage it.
Wedding Planning Guide
Expert tips, checklists, timelines, and planning advice all in one place.
Booked Couples Open Houses
See décor setups, and gather inspiration before your big day.
Sample Wedding Day Timelines
Take the guesswork out of planning your day.
Personalized Final Walkthrough
We'll review every detail together so nothing is overlooked.
Exclusive Resource Library
Trusted vendors, décor ideas, FAQs, and planning tools—all at your fingertips.
Our goal is simple: Help you feel organized, confident, and excited from your first tour to your last dance.
We can't wait to meet you.
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The Cottage Farmhouse, 16545 County Rd. 2, Glencoe, MN 55336
Photo credit: Megan Tetzloff Photography, Emily Paulson Photography, Kiana Grant Photography, Tarah Elise Photography and Tim Thornburg Films