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Located in Garden, Michigan, Garden Grove Retreat & Lodging offers an enchanting wedding venue surrounded by plenty of natural beauty and tranquility. Couples and their guests will find an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life at this incredible location.

Facilities and Capacity

Garden Grove Retreat & Lodging can accommodate both small, intimate weddings as well as larger celebrations of up to 300 guests. The property encompasses 40 acres of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, an area known for its picturesque beauty. The space is an ideal choice for couples who love nature, with plenty of gardens and walking trails available, all uniquely suited for wedding portraits. Couples can begin with a ceremony held outdoors in either the colorful Labyrinth or the shady Marys Grove. The team can arrange tents, chairs, and tables for the occasion. An intimate chapel is also available, perfect for microweddings of up to 18 guests. Once couples have exchanged their "I Dos," they can transfer into the beautiful banquet hall, which can seat up to 125 guests. It is the perfect space for couples and their guests to love, eat, and drink the night away.

Services Offered

The team at Garden Grove Retreat & Lodging is always delighted to help couples bring their wedding vision to life. Catering services are available on-site and can be fully customized to suit the couple's needs and dietary requirements. There is accommodation available at the lodging for up to 78 guests, making this venue an exceptional choice for destination weddings or couples with a lot of traveling guests. Dream weddings truly come to life at the Garden Grove Retreat & Lodging.

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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?

$3,000

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

$3,000

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?

$1,000

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

$1,000

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

Bridal Suite
Event Planning
Parking
Set Up

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

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$18

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

Bartender(s)
Open Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Garden
Historic Building
Inn/B&B

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
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
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
Liquor License
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Signature Drink

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Lighting
Tables
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
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

Reviews of Garden Grove Retreat & Lodging

M
Mari Sent on 03/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Wedding Venue for a Weekend Wedding


We had a weekend wedding adventure at Garden Grove and it was perfect. We rented out the whole facility from Friday until Sunday. Our wedding was at Fayette Historic State Park but the rest of the wedding activities were at Garden Grove. The staff was amazing and put thought into every detail. On our actual wedding day, we had torrential downpours. The original plan was to have the reception outside in tents but the terrible rain made that impossible. The staff worked quickly to move us inside. Their upstairs banquet room was a perfect alternative. It already had some twinkle lights and our guests had a great time. I don't want to plan a wedding ever again but I would have it at Garden Grove over and over again. Highly recommend renting the facility for the weekend. It's totally worth it to have all of your guests in one place. We had a campfire at night and were able to see our guests most of the weekend.
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Garden Grove Retreat & Lodging frequently asked questions

Garden Grove Retreat & Lodging includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Event Planning
  • Parking
  • Set Up
Garden Grove Retreat & Lodging includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Garden Grove Retreat & Lodging includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Garden Grove Retreat & Lodging for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Inn/B&B
Garden Grove Retreat & Lodging offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Garden Grove Retreat & Lodging offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Garden Grove Retreat & Lodging offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Garden Grove Retreat & Lodging offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
Garden Grove Retreat & Lodging 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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