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Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan at the John Ball Zoo, the Bissell Tree House is one of West Michigan’s most unique event spaces. This hidden gem provides couples an amazing view of the downtown Grand Rapids area with its floor-to-ceiling glass windows. With its tree house feel and large covered veranda sitting at Grand Rapids' highest point, couples can get that sense of being on top of the world as they share their love with family and friends.
Facilities and Capacity
The Bissell Tree House is a a full-service wedding venue that can accommodate wedding ceremonies as large as 180 guests (April through October) and 130 guests (November through March). Putting emphasis on providing couples with a unique experience, this distinctive location provides couples a list of caterers that will impress on your special day, leaving their guests satisfied. John Ball Zoo Bissell Tree House also offers open bar service at additional cost.
Services Offered
The Bissell Tree House prides itself in providing couples a unique wedding experience. This venue also offers additional services like:
- Table and chair setup
- Complimentary guest parking
- Transportation up to the venue from the parking lot
- In-house bar service
Location
The Bissell Tree House is located near downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. This amazing venue is minutes away from local eateries and hotels, and only 15 miles away from Gerald R. Ford International Airport.
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Reviews of John Ball Zoo Bissell Treehouse
Review summary
JB Zoo's Bissell Treehouse is described as a magical and elegant wedding venue. Reviewers praised the helpfulness and professionalism of the staff, particularly Annie, the coordinator. The venue itself was praised for its detailed and clear offerings, accommodating various budgets. Guests appreciated the flexible catering options, fun amenities, and animals that visited during the cocktail hour. The bar staff was friendly and efficient, and the overall experience was described as a night of perfection. The only drawbacks mentioned were a busy summer schedule, the necessity of using a select catering list, and the lack of a bridal suite. Overall, reviewers highly recommended JB Zoo for a wedding.
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A Once in a Lifetime Event
This venue is a DREAM.
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The Bissell Treehouse is one of the "top" venues in Grand Rapids! The view through the trees to the city below is amazing . . . the space is unique and the zoo staff is extremely helpful.