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Carolyne Stolzenfels
Carolyne Stolzenfels
Sales & Events Manager

31 years in business

We speak English

5 team members

Village Suites Bay Harbor is a wedding venue in Petoskey, Michigan, offering beautiful ceremony and reception locations along a five-mile Lake Michigan shoreline.

It's one of the only locations in northern Michigan with a private beach. We provide exceptional wedding coordination services, on-site lodging accommodations, and the perfect escape for you and your guests as you enjoy the festivities of your beautiful day.

Bay Harbor's Sunset Beach provides the ultimate fairytale setting to bring your wedding dreams to life. Say "I do" among the backdrop of the crystal blue waters of Lake Michigan. We are one of the very few venues in northern Michigan offering a beach ceremony option. Sunset Beach can accommodate up to 250 guests and embodies the casual up-north elegance that is truly Bay Harbor.

For a truly unique experience, there is nothing quite like Bay Harbor's Observation Platform. The bride and groom and their guests have unobstructed views of passing sailboats and yachts as your backdrop. Accommodating celebrations of up to 200 guests, the panoramic views are unparalleled in northern Michigan.

Our outdoor reception venue is just steps from the Village at Bay Harbor and Bay Harbor Lake Marina. Enjoy fabulous sunsets and stunning views of Bay Harbor Lake's magnificent homes and yachts. The Marina Lawn holds up to 300 guests, making it our largest reception venue.

Our Village venue, Elevation, is the only indoor option for your celebration. It has a furnished lobby ideal for cocktail hour. The oversized bay windows display a beautiful view of Main Street in the Village.

We also offer on-site suites and vacation home rentals for your guests sitting atop a charming Village with twinkling lights illuminating at dusk. We are indeed a beautiful and unique wedding destination like no other.

What You'll Love About Village Suites Bay Harbor

This beautiful beachside venue cares greatly about making the special event as memorable as possible, and its dedicated, professional staff goes above and beyond. For couples looking for a breathtaking location with exceptional staff, Village Suites Bay Harbor is waiting to hear from them. Check out the reviews and stunning photos to find out more.

Pricing information

Starting at $48,000
Couples usually spend $58,000
Reception
$9,000 starting price
Ceremony
$2,000 starting price
Bar service
$38 per person
These prices are available for the months of June through September.
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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?

$9,000

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?

Yes

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

$2,000

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

$1,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Parking

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$38

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Beach
Hotel
Marina
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle

What months are included in your peak season?

June
July
August
September

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
October
November
December
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Reviews of Village Suites Bay Harbor

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4.7 out of 5 rating
4.7 out of 5 rating
13 reviews
93% recommend it
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    4.7 out of 5 rating
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  • Professionalism
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Weddingwire
4.7/5 13 reviews
Google
4.3/5 258 reviews
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Molly Sent on 08/30/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Our Perfect Day

We celebrated the most magical day here thanks to the amazing team at the Inn at Bay Harbor. We held a small ceremony on Sunset Beach for just our immediate family. I knew we chose the right venue from the moment that I reached out to Carolyne inquiring about booking to the celebratory dinner we held at Vintage Chop House and Wine Bar (without reservation I might add as our plans changed and the kind Bay Harbor team accommodated us very last minute). Our day was pure perfection and everything we could have asked for. Thank you once more to the amazing staff throughout the Inn at Bay Harbor.
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Allison Sent on 09/13/2020
4.8 out of 5 rating

Beautiful location

We got married on the beach and it was beautiful! Carolyne was great. I would definitely recommend.
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Morgan Sent on 10/22/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding on Sunset beach and reception at Conference center

This was such an amazing day thanks to Cierra.
We were able to get in early and set up then had until Sunday 12 to pick up our decor.
The hall was clean and set up before we arrived Friday to decorate.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
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Team

Carolyne Stolzenfels
Carolyne Stolzenfels
Sales & Events Manager

Professional Network & Endorsements

MerryMakers MerryMakers Wedding Planners

We love working with Bay Harbor and the Bay Harbor Village Hotel. The location is perfect! There is something for everyone who visits. I appreciate the efforts and responsiveness by the team at Bay Harbor including Tracy and Molly. I look forward to each event and wedding that we have that is at Bay Harbor!

KarunaPhoto KarunaPhoto Wedding Photographers

I love photographing clients at this gorgeous venue!

Paul Retherford Photography Paul Retherford Photography Wedding Photographers

Perfect location in Northern Michigan for your Wedding. They have it all in style. Every Wedding I have captured there is just awesome.

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