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VENUE DETAILS
We’ve outlined key details about the venue below to help you plan your day with ease. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any additional questions!
HOURS
The Venue is open from 8:30 AM – 12:00 AM/midnight the night of the wedding.
CAPACITY
We can accommodate up to 125 guests for an outside ceremony and an inside reception.
CEREMONY
The main ceremony space is in the middle of the property on a large grassy area with up to 125 white chairs provided by the venue. Should it rain, we will assist in moving the ceremony inside the barn. This decision must be made by 10:00 am or a minimum of 4 hours prior to the wedding. We also have heaters and fans to accommodate changes in WI weather.
CATERING & BARTENDING POLICY
We offer a preferred list of catering and bartending services. Any caterer or bartending service outside of the preferred list will be noted as an exception and written on the contract. This will need to be discussed and approved prior to signing the contract.
ALCOHOL POLICY
No outside alcohol is allowed, or it will be confiscated.
SECURITY
When alcohol is served, security is required. This is an additional fee of $275 and is paid by the Bride/Groom directly to the security guard. We are happy to facilitate the connection to a couple of different security options for you.
ONSITE RESTROOMS
Yes! While getting ready, the bridal party has access to the house and can use any of the 4 restrooms. During the wedding/event the wedding party and all guests have access to a 6 stall (3 men / 3 women) Luxury Restroom Trailer located on the side of the house near the barn.
DECOR
You are welcome to bring in your own decor! The only limitation being that nothing can be permanently or semi-permanently attached via glue, staples, etc., to any part of the property. Tape, string, zip ties, or other temporary attachment items are acceptable.
The Venue offers a few different color neutral table décor options for rental.
PETS
Couple’s pets are welcome to be part of wedding photos and the ceremony. All requests for pets to attend must be discussed, approved, and proof of current rabies vaccination on file, prior to signing the contract as it will all be noted in the contract. All pets must be removed from the property immediately after the ceremony. No additional pets are allowed and at no time are any pets are allowed inside of the buildings or house.
ONSITE PARKING
There is a large parking area on the property and a golf cart to help transport guests if needed. No overnight parking is allowed.
HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
The Venue does have wheelchair accessible restrooms and designated handicap parking.
TABLES & CHAIRS
Up to 125 chairs will be provided by the venue for the ceremony and enough round tables to accommodate up to 125 guests as well as banquet tables for the wedding party at the reception.
SMOKING
We kindly ask that smoking take place in the designated smoking area only. There are cigarette disposal receptacles in that area for your convenience.
REHEARSAL
We do not offer rehearsals the night before. You are welcome to run through your ceremony on the day of your wedding. Many couples choose to run through this off site at their rehearsal dinner.
SPARKLERS
We love a good sparkler exit, but we have special rules that you need to follow for everyone’s safety. Please contact us for more information.
CANDLES
Real flame candles are allowed but must be in a glass container where the flame is 3 inches below the rim of the container.
INSURANCE
We require wedding event insurance. This will cost about $125 and the Lotus Retreat LLC must be listed as an additional insured party.