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Pricing information

Reception
$30,000 starting price
Ceremony
$30,000 starting price
Bar service
$25 per person
Reception
$20,000 starting price
Ceremony
$20,000 starting price
Bar service
$25 per person
These prices are available for the months of January through December. These prices are available for the months of November through February.

About

On WeddingWire since 2023

Bells By The Bay is a weekend wedding venue coming soon to McHenry, Illinois. The team is now taking bookings for weddings beginning summer 2024 and beyond. We are currently working hard to transfer this 1925 barn into an amazing venue for your special day. The owners currently live onsite and recently purchase another property to kick renovations into high gear.

Services Offered

Bells By The Bay intends to host one wedding per weekend. Couples will have two fully furnished houses, the entire venue at their disposal, and a gorgeous view from Friday through Sunday. Bells By The Bay offers all-inclusive wedding packages. The barn venue will be heated and air-conditioned to host weddings year-round.

Rich with gangster history, this venue used to be called the Pinecone Farm and is truly one of a kind with the following:

  • 1 of 1 Princess Tower
  • 2 fully furnished homes onsite for bride/groom & both immediate families
  • Inground Heated Pool & Hot Tub
  • Multiple Dressing Rooms
  • Friday through Sunday acommodations
    • Friday rehearsal night
    • Saturday wedding night
    • Sunday pack up and leave by 1pm
  • Food package included (limited to first 5 brides with deposits)
  • Alocohol package included (limited to first 5 brides with deposits)

Hurry we are accepting Summer 2024 reservations and beyond. Great weekends still available! 50% deposit required to reserve the weekend.

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

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?

$30,000

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

$20,000

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?

$30,000

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

$20,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$25

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

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

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

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Barn
Historic Building
Inn/B&B
Resort

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
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
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Family Style
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
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
November
December
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Team

Kelli  Schwab
Kelli Schwab
Owner and Founder

Kelli "Belle" Schwab is the founder of Bells by the Bay weekly wedding venue in 2023. This project pulls from the properties rich history and her southern belle character as she's from Florida.

Brandon  Schwab
Brandon Schwab
President

Brandon and Kelli Schwab have been married for 16 years and have owned the property for over 6 years. Brandon has been self employed since 15 years old.

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