- 2014
Afton House Inn & St. Croix River Cruises
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Why couples loved this venue
- Unique aesthetic style
- Guests comfort
- Amenities
- Quality catering
About this venue
Afton House Inn and St. Croix River Cruises is a premier riverboat and restaurant wedding venue in Afton, Minnesota. This inn and riverboat cruise offers flexible venue options for weddings of every style. Afton House Inn and St. Croix River Cruises will help you plan your version of the perfect day, whether that’s a relaxing evening cruise or an elegant reception under the stars at the Afton House Inn. All details are completely up to you. If you want to have an intimate elopement on the water or a more elegant and traditional reception by the waterfront, Afton House Inn and St. Croix River Cruises is a fantastic venue choice for you.
Facilities and Capacity
Afton House Inn and St. Croix River Cruises provides two distinct venue spaces for weddings of every size and style. The Afton House Inn hosts a large banquet hall that can seat up to 130 guests. This banquet hall features elegant flooring, drapery, and large windows to gaze out on the river as you celebrate. The St. Croix Cruise boat offers a unique alternative to the banquet hall. You can host your entire wedding on the cruise ship, making for an unforgettable experience your guests will love. Ceremonies can be held on the bow, creating a picturesque backdrop for the big moment. You may also bring your own décor items on the boat with the exception of a few items.
Services Offered
The Afton House Inn and St. Croix River Cruises’ staff wants to ensure every couple has a fantastic wedding day. Their event planning and catering staff will work with you to design an experience, unlike any other wedding you’ve been to. They create custom meals, assist with vendor coordination, and will make your wedding day an overall stress-free day. Additional rental items and services include:
- Lighting
- Linens and tablescapes
- Drink tokens (for hosted bar package)
- Dance floor
- Punch bowl and other specialty serveware
- Audiovisual equipment/DJ setup
- Decor delivery and setup services
Cuisine
The Afton House Inn and St. Croix River Cruises provides exceptional menus that will delight guests of every palate. They offer buffet and plated menus along with signature cocktails, beer, and a champagne toast. The culinary team sources fresh and local ingredients whenever possible to create a five-star experience at the Inn or on the cruise. Some of their customer favorites include the chicken breast with champagne cream sauce and the Riverboat Special.
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50 years in business
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We speak English and Spanish
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The Afton House is a great place for a Wedding Ceremony and reception. As a retired judge I have performed many marriage ceremonies there. The staff is experienced, friendly and helpful. It's a wonderful choice for your wedding events.
Always a Great Place for a wedding
We have done so many wonderful weddings with the Afton House & Hudson Cruise lines! Very nice people to work with and beautiful event space.
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