Welcome to The Cottage Farmhouse

Where Garden Romance Meets Timeless Elegance.

Discover a garden-inspired indoor and outdoor wedding venue near Minneapolis with blooming hydrangeas, towering maple trees, a bright white barn, wooded ceremony spaces, and unforgettable Minnesota sunsets create the perfect backdrop for your forever.

Beautiful Weddings. Thoughtfully Designed.

We understand the desire to create a wedding that feels beautiful, uniquely yours, and true to your budget. That's why so many couples are surprised by everything that's included and the exceptional value they find at The Cottage Farmhouse.

Blooming hydrangeas. Towering maple trees. A bright white barn. Café lights glowing beneath a Minnesota sunset. Every corner of our property has been thoughtfully designed to create a naturally beautiful backdrop that requires very little decorating, so you can spend less on décor and more on the moments that matter most.

From a Day-of Coordinator and planning resources to beautiful spaces that shine on their own, we've created a wedding experience that gives you more—more beauty, more support, and more value from your first tour to your last dance.

After celebrating 450+ weddings and welcoming 70,000+ guests, we've learned one thing:

the best weddings aren't about spending the most—they're about choosing a place that feels like you.

Your Forever Starts Here.

Come and see where your happily-ever-after begins!

Why Couples Drive 55 Minutes to Get Married Here

Some venues offer a beautiful space. We've created an entire wedding experience.

More Beauty

Blooming hydrangeas, towering maple trees, wooded ceremony spaces, a bright white barn, and unforgettable Minnesota sunsets create stunning photos with very little decorating.

More Included

Enjoy a Day-of Coordinator, planning resources, sample timelines, Booked Couples Open Houses, and thoughtful guidance every step of the way.

More Ways to Celebrate

From getting ready in the Bridal Cottage to exchanging vows beneath the trees, sipping cocktails under glowing café lights, dining beneath the pergola or beside our floor-to-ceiling fireplace, and dancing beneath the chandeliers, every space was thoughtfully designed to create a wedding day that flows beautifully from beginning to end.

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“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!”

— Brittaney G.

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, Minnesota

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

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Forest Wedding Venue

If you've dreamed of getting married surrounded by nature without giving up elegance, our woodland ceremony space offers the best of both. Exchange vows beneath a white arbor nestled within a grove of mature trees, where afternoon shade keeps guests comfortable during your ceremony. Then wander to our twinkle-lit Sylvan for first looks, private moments together, and breathtaking sunset portraits as golden light streams through the trees.

Perfect for: Forest Weddings • Woodland Weddings • Outdoor Ceremonies • Nature-Inspired Weddings

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White Barn Wedding Venue

Our iconic white barn combines timeless architecture with elegant details that never go out of style. With a classic white exterior, soaring 33-foot ceilings, and sparkling crystal chandeliers, it creates a romantic backdrop that complements every wedding style and color palette. It also serves as a stunning indoor ceremony space, giving you a beautiful rain plan you'll be just as excited about as your outdoor ceremony.

Perfect for: White Barn Weddings • Modern Farmhouse Weddings • Rustic Elegant Weddings

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European-Inspired Wedding Venue

Inspired by the timeless charm of an English cottage garden, our property features a historic cottage, blooming hydrangeas, 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

Enjoy the best of both worlds with indoor and outdoor spaces designed to flow seamlessly throughout your wedding day. Exchange vows beneath the trees, sip cocktails under the twinkle-lit pergola, celebrate in our elegant reception barn with soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling fireplace, and French glass doors, then dance the night away surrounded by the people you love. With beautiful indoor and outdoor ceremony options, you'll have a wedding day you'll love—rain or shine.

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. Even on cloudy evenings, our open fields and tree-lined paths create the perfect setting for romantic, moody portraits you'll treasure forever.

Perfect for: Sunset Weddings • Golden Hour Photography • Outdoor Receptions • Evening Celebrations

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