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Jacob and Leslie Lee
Jacob and Leslie Lee
Owner

Native American-owned, Woman-owned

5 years in business

We speak English

Medium team (11-20 members)

Ahavah Cottage is a wedding venue in Elysian, Minnesota. Located just an hour away from Minneapolis, this setting is ideal for couples seeking a tranquil, down-to-earth place to exchange their vows. The surrounding woodlands and rustic indoor space make for a one-of-a-kind base for any couple's fairytale vision.

Facilities and Capacity

First established in winter 2021, Ahavah Cottage has been carefully designed to give couples a peaceful, pastoral retreat from the bustling city life. The main cabin features a high ceiling with exposed wooden beams, detailed chandeliers, and large windows for a bright, airy atmosphere. A large bar area is also present inside, where large Edison bulbs add a warm, stylish touch. Just outside the doors is a covered patio area ideal for cocktail hours and prenuptial events. Soon-to-be-weds that prefer a celebration under the sun will be free to use the picturesque woods and manicured lawns as their ceremony space.

Services Offered

As a pet-friendly venue, nearlyweds are welcome to incorporate their furry companions into their ceremony schedule. Chairs, tables, and an arch will be provided and set up into any arrangement you prefer.

FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

5,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$4,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Barn
Farm/Ranch
Garden

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
November
December

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Reviews of Ahavah Cottage

Weddingwire
4.9/5 7 reviews
Google
4.7/5 41 reviews
J
Josh Sent on 04/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Overall experience

Overall this was such a wonderful venue that took care of our every need. Very respectful, present, and attentive. Great people, great service, great time! These people care about you!
M
Morgan Sent on 01/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend!

Ahavah Cottage is a gorgeous venue that is flexible to your wedding vision. Each building is beautiful and we were able to used each one, as well as the outdoors. Highly recommend.
J Lang
J Lang Sent on 07/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

So beautiful!

We had my sons wedding at this beautiful venue! We had so many compliments. The weather was so gorgeous that we were able to have the dance outside. There were lots of places for people to gather. Jacob and Leslie are very accommodating. They even rented us their home so we could be close to the venue. We definitely recommend having your wedding or event here.
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User6388411 Sent on 07/20/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue

Our guests-and even our other vendors-were "wow"ed by this venue! It was exactly what we wanted-an outdoor ceremony with a beautiful backdrop, a reception and dance that was formal enough for a sit-down dinner and informal enough that our guests played corn hole, sat by the fire pit, danced on the patio, and sat around and chatted all night. A perfect night!
D
Diana Sent on 07/20/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Great outdoor venue!

We had an outdoor ceremony, indoor dinner, and outdoor dance floor at Ahavah in June and it was beautiful. Leslie and Jacob did an incredible job creating the venue that it is. We loved the outdoor dance floor, it made it different and so fun. There is lots of space outside to spread out for people to visit and play games, which made it so fun for the kids too. It was a beautiful venue that gave us the outdoor vibes that we were looking for!
Paul
Paul Sent on 08/31/2022
4.8 out of 5 rating

unparalleled venue

From the day we booked Ahavah, the demeanor and professionalism of its owners, Leslie and Jacob, were tops. We booked early this spring when the venue was in its renovation stage. We were drawn in by the work that had been done and the vision that was explained. The finished product was even better than we could have envisioned!

The very special part of Ahavah is the singleness of the venue. Everything that had been planned made my bride and our covenant the true center of attention.

I can not overemphasize how this venue's tasteful details such as the ceremony space, cocktail hour (with canoe full of iced drinks), varied visiting areas and charming patio (that doubled as a dance floor) made the day so special and memorable to everyone.

I'll never forget when the double doors were opened by Leslie and my future wife came walking down the aisle toward me.

Thank you Jacob and Leslie for your vision and tender hearts...

Paul Meixl
T
Tessa Sent on 08/23/2022
4.8 out of 5 rating

Best. Day. Ever!

Review:

When my husband (then fiancé) and I were looking for a venue, while calling other venues we were pointed to the direction of Ahavah. At first, when we went to tour with Ahavah they had it under construction and most of the inside was painted with one chandelier. We signed and said yes to a partially done space and generated pictures. As time went on and updates to the property happened, Leslie would email me, send updates and add to their Facebook. By June the property was done (via Facebook and emails) and it looked amazing. Then it came to our rehearsal(August 4th 2022) and it was the first time seeing the outdoor ceremony space finished. Stunning, breathtaking, magical, enchanting, romantic are the words that come to mind when I think of that space. Then the inside… the INSIDE!! It’s amazing! It’s so modern and beautiful. It did get a bit warm inside but we were dealing with 140 people coming in and out all evening. Totally understandable. The day before and the day of, Leslie and the Ahavah staff were incredible! They were so hands on, even to the point where Bella (Leslie and Jacobs daughter) brought me tissues moments before I walked down the aisle because I forgot my hanky, leslie carried my dress and fixed it before walking down the aisle, during family photos outside Leslie walked up with water and lemonade for my husband and I(just to name a few instances). We loved Ahavah and can’t recommend it enough. Thank you all for making our day a perfect one.
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Ahavah Cottage frequently asked questions

Ahavah Cottage includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Ahavah Cottage includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The space offered by Ahavah Cottage for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
Ahavah Cottage offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Ahavah Cottage offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
Ahavah Cottage offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Ahavah Cottage offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Ahavah Cottage is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in flexibility, 5 in professionalism, 5 in value and 4.7 in average response time.
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