Outdoor wedding venues in central MN

USMCBride90

Anyone know of any outdoor venues near the twin cities area? I live about an hour north of Minneapolis and we're looking for venues anywhere from 1-2 hours within the twin cities area. We originally wanted to have a beach wedding out in California where he's stationed, but our families can't make it out there. So we'd like to find a beautiful outdoor area here at home instead. Any ideas?

jennipea382

The first thing that popped into my head was Munsinger Gardens in St. Cloud. If we had our wedding up here, that's where I would love to have our ceremony because that's where we got engaged! I'm not sure what your guest list is like though because I think they only seat around 75? I can't remember.

I think Mulligan's in St. Cloud has outdoor options, as well as the golf courses (Blackberry Ridge, St. Cloud Country Club).

Not sure what area you're looking at but I live pretty much in St. Cloud so I know of a few places around here (and I have some recommendations for a reception if you're having the wedding here!). Also have a DJ recommendation if you'd like :-)

KristinAndAlan

I also live in St. Cloud!! Munsinger Gardens is beautiful! (what a cool place to get engaged!!) I nannied a family thay lived on Blackberry Ridge golf course and that also looks really nice.. I never saw the inside though!

mzamanda1

Trellis Gardens in Stillwater!!

jennipea382

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[QUOTE]I also live in St. Cloud!! Munsinger Gardens is beautiful! (what a cool place to get engaged!!) I nannied a family thay lived on Blackberry Ridge golf course and that also looks really nice.. I never saw the inside though!
Posted by KristinAndAlan[/QUOTE]

A friend had her wedding at Blackberry Ridge. I was only able to go to the reception, but I got to see the space and it's really nice! I think they can set up a tent outside for a ceremony and possibly even a reception. Can't remember though, been a while since I looked into it!

Sscholfield

Another vote for Trellis Gardens in Stillwater!

MonicaDinham

Myfiance' and I took a tour of Trellis Weddings and as beautiful as it was the price when all said and done was quite spendy. For 3 hours you will be paying anywhere from $1400-$2100. They also have addons that are lovely but can cost you a decent amount considering you are only using their facility for 3 hours and any over time on your time slot will run you $150. You have a nice cottage for the bridal party to use along with seperate quarters for the grooms party. Again its nice but I felt like it would be rather rushed with having to get ready, take pictures, have a ceremony and leave in time.


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[QUOTE]Trellis Gardens in Stillwater!!
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Jack2012

Rum River Barn and Vineyard in Milaca is gorgeous!  We were just out there for our final walk through and I can't wait!!  You bring your own cateror and booze.