Best place for outdoor wedding ceremony & reception in Ann Arbor?

algaegal

I am looking for an outdoor venue for my wedding ceremony & reception that isn't likely to have too many other people around (I'm thinking Nichols Aboretum might be too crowded, for example, on a summer afternoon weekend).  Does anyone have any suggestions as to what location might be best?  

Thanks!

algaegal

colleengirl23

Wellers in Saline has an outdoor ceremony and reception sites.   www.wellersweddings.com

jodyk23

Matthaei Botanical Gardens or Cobblestone Farms?

sunkissed212

I went to a wedding at Matthaei Botanical Gardens in A2 last year and it was gorgeous!! It's a great spot if you're looking for a nice (fairly small) ceremony. I believe they can accommodate about 75 people (plus more standing)

hbrown5

When is your wedding?

SS2010

Cobblestone farm where we're getting married.  It's nice and the people are great to work with.  It's also a LOT cheaper than Matthai or Nichols Arb.  The only drawback is they book up pretty fast (ours is on a Thursday because all the Fri/Sat/Suns were taken in August when we asked about a year back).

HTH!

kirstenr

I came across The Knot Michigan magazine, and a wedding planner in Ann Arbor said that her favorite venue in Ann Arbor is Matthaei Botanical Gardens, regardless of season.  I've been once (it was for a class, so I appreciated it less than I could have) and it was beautiful!