Ancestral Acres Lodge and Barn


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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $4,100

Guest capacity

Up to 330 seated guests


About this venue

Experience the perfect blend of history and natural beauty at Ancestral Acres Lodge and Barn. Nestled on a 450-acre Michigan forest preserve, this historic estate offers a serene countryside escape for your celebration. From the meticulously restored 1880s Queen Anne mansion to the striking white-interior barn, every corner provides a stunning backdrop for your "I dos." Whether you’re dreaming of a sprawling outdoor ceremony or a weekend-long retreat with onsite lodging for the wedding party, Ancestral Acres provides a personalized, blank-canvas setting to bring your unique vision to life in the heart of the Midwest.


Our event spaces

The Barn

This transformed 1880s barn strikes a perfect balance between rustic soul and modern elegance with its iconic red exterior and luminous, warm-white interior.

Designed as a versatile blank canvas, the open-plan layout features twelve floor-to-ceiling sliding doors, thirty-two skylights, and ten tall windows that flood the space with natural light. Surrounded by forested woodlands and a serene pond, the climate-controlled architecture allows for an indoor-outdoor feel in any season. Whether the doors are open to the summer breeze or closed for a cozy winter gala, the barn offers an enchanting, light-filled setting for your celebration.

Guest capacity

350 Seated

Square footage

5,000

Ideal for

Wedding reception

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

The Ballroom

Available year-round, the Ballroom provides a sophisticated, climate-controlled alternative for couples seeking a space that feels both grand in design and personal in scale.

Tucked away on the third floor of the historic mansion, the Ballroom offers a dramatic and intimate atmosphere for ceremonies or receptions. This majestic space is defined by its two-story vaulted, gabled ceilings and panoramic views of the sprawling 450-acre estate. Abundant natural light pours through carefully placed windows, highlighting the architectural detail of this unique setting.

Guest capacity

Up to 80 Seated

Square footage

1,800

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

The Historic Queen Anne Mansion

Historic grandeur for your entire wedding weekend.

The estate’s crown jewel is the 1880s Queen Anne mansion, a grand setting for wedding weekends and pre-wedding celebrations. The interior boasts sophisticated entertainment spaces, including a formal dining room, gourmet kitchen, and spacious parlors ideal for rehearsal dinners or bridal showers. Beyond the common areas, the mansion offers elegant multi-bedroom lodging, allowing your inner circle to stay together on-site. With its historic architecture and refined atmosphere, it serves as a stately home base for preparations, providing a seamless and private experience from the first toast to the final farewell.

Ideal for

Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

The Expansive Private Grounds

Our park-like lawns and charming ponds provide several scenic options for an outdoor ceremony and enchanting photography locations.

Surrounded by the sounds of nature and picturesque views as far as the eye can see, Ancestral Acres provides several dramatic outdoor settings for your ceremony. You can exchange your vows in front of our large picturesque pond, near the barn for a rustic setting, or on our two-acre lawn with a beautiful forest backdrop.

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

The Barn

This transformed 1880s barn strikes a perfect balance between rustic soul and modern elegance with its iconic red exterior and luminous, warm-white interior.

Designed as a versatile blank canvas, the open-plan layout features twelve floor-to-ceiling sliding doors, thirty-two skylights, and ten tall windows that flood the space with natural light. Surrounded by forested woodlands and a serene pond, the climate-controlled architecture allows for an indoor-outdoor feel in any season. Whether the doors are open to the summer breeze or closed for a cozy winter gala, the barn offers an enchanting, light-filled setting for your celebration.

Guest capacity

350 Seated

Square footage

5,000

Ideal for

Wedding reception

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”


Available services that can be provided by Ancestral Acres Lodge and Barn

Services & amenities

  • Clean up
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • On-site accommodations

Accommodations

  • Bedroom suites
  • Double bed rooms

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