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Choose EarthWell to host your 3-day non-alcoholic, outdoor eco-friendly wedding with a wellness twist. Our 40-acre facility is a rustic yet jaw-dropping glamping, DIY, unplugged retreat-style weekend wedding venue for outdoor/indoor gatherings that will create nature-connected memories of your huge life transition.

We have overnight accommodations for up to 25 people, a conference center that can host 35 people indoors during the day, and a large 30x60 event tent for 100 people for your ceremony & reception.

The land at EarthWell is a little slice of heaven featuring a diversity of ecosystems, gorgeous vistas, and miles of trails to explore. The heart of the property is a spring-fed swimming pond situated on forty acres of rolling prairie, forest and wetland, surrounded by one hundred acres of Washtenaw County Nature Preserve. Six off-grid sleeping cabins dot the landscape, all within a short walk to our Common House, featuring a large gathering space, community kitchen/dining and bathrooms/shower. Located in Southeastern Michigan, just 30 minutes west of Ann Arbor, and near the towns of Grasslake, Chelsea, and Manchester.

Please Note: we have a very limited number of wedding weekends available because of our agreement with our township (a total of 6 per year). Therefore, we only accept retreat-style Fri-Sunday (or 3 day, 2 night minimum) wedding rentals. Additional cost to extend your weekend to Thursdays afternoons or Monday mornings.

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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?

6,000

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

1,200

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?

1,200

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

Bridal Suite
Parking
Tables

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

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Campsite/Cabin
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

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
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Wifi

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Tables
Tents

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December

Reviews of EarthWell Retreat Center

Jess
Jess Sent on 09/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The most perfect setting!

I have had the great pleasure of renting the whole venue at EarthWell for a private retreat last fall (2023). It went so wonderfully, that I didn't hesitate to rent it again for fall retreat this year. Working with the staff at EW is easy. They are kind and thoughtful. The facility and the land is amazing. There is spaciousness in and outdoors allowing for connection or time to have solitary moments. The cabins are stellar and the common house is a perfect spot to come together in ceremony and ritual and food and merriment. I would highly recommend EarthWell for a wedding. As an officiant of many weddings over the years, I would love to officiate a wedding here. It would be the most perfect setting! I hope you chose EW as your venue!!
Miriam
Miriam Sent on 08/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

A magical weekend - deep nature connection

We loved hosting our anniversary weekend at EarthWell. The land is so magical, and the swimming pond with floaties and the dock was an unbelievable cherry on top. We loved the common house kitchen and big room for all the kids to run around in and play. (There's even a little kids book library/toy area). Such a good environment to connect to our friends and loved ones.
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EarthWell Retreat Center frequently asked questions

EarthWell Retreat Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by EarthWell Retreat Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Campsite/Cabin
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Waterfront
EarthWell Retreat Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
EarthWell Retreat Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
EarthWell Retreat Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Wifi
EarthWell Retreat Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Tables
  • Tents
EarthWell Retreat Center is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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