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For couples seeking a unique and beautiful northern Michigan wedding venue, take a moment to admire Kenyon's Lakeside Resort in Lupton, Michigan. Kenyon’s Lakeside Resort offers all of that and more. This gorgeous property is set upon five acres and welcomes couples to unwind, enjoy a breathtaking sunset, and celebrate their love. The outdoor space is available for a ceremony with an incredible view of the lake. It also boasts a stunning backdrop for photos and a dining room reception space that seats up to 70 people.

Kenyon’s is an historic lodge right on the west shore of Sage Lake, a 795-acre all sports lake boasting three islands, great fishing, swimming and boating. Family-owned and operated, this venue has a unique and captivating history going back more than 130 years. During the prohibition era of the 1920s, the resort played host to the notorious Purple Gang, who used the property's hidden tunnels to carry out their business.

The resort’s chef is one of fewer than 3,000 certified executive chefs in the country.

Kenyon’s also offers seven rooms for rent and can refer guests to other nearby lodging, including a variety of short-term rentals right on the lake.

Sage Lake is conveniently located just 20 miles northeast of West Branch off of I-75.

Facilities and Capacity

This lakeside resort boasts 130 feet frontage and unparalleled views of Sage Lake and the surrounding woodlands. Celebrations can be held on the lawns and patio, or you can head to their private beach if a romantic barefoot soiree is more your style. Indoor gatherings are welcome at the Boat Slip Bar and Grill and the resort's main dining room overlooking the lake. After a beautiful evening, you and your loved ones can retreat to your rooms and wake to a beautiful sunrise. Each of the seven rooms available has a distinct aesthetic, reflecting its vibrant past. Those celebrating their milestone at Kenyons Lakeside Resort can also avail of the many exciting lake activities made possible by the venue's 12 boat slips, private beach, and the beautiful Sage Lake.

Services Offered

Owner Joe Vicari is ordained to perform legal ceremonies, and will ensure a personalized, special moment.

With exclusive access of Kenyons Lakeside Resort, you and your loved ones can enjoy complete privacy during your stay. Their passionate team loves to create a tailored experience for each guest and invites you to dream big. On-site catering is provided by the resort chef. The Boat Slip Bar & Grill, which is known for its mouth-watering hand-crafted pizza, is a great place for your rehearsal festivities. You'll also be treated to a delicious breakfast on the day after, ensuring an indulgent end to a perfect weekend wedding.

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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?

$1,000

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

$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?

$1,000

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

$500

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

Clean Up
Parking
Set Up

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$50

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

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

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2-3

Describe your venue:

Beach
Boat/Yacht
Garden
Historic Building
Inn/B&B
Marina
Resort
Restaurant
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
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
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
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?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Flatware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
October
November

Reviews of Kenyons Lakeside Resort

Michelle
Michelle Sent on 07/30/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Exquisite.

To stand upon the gentle shores of Kenyon's Lakeside Resort is to be reminded that Providence has, on occasion, chosen to reveal Heaven's own artistry upon the earth. The tranquil waters, adorned with the soft reflections of the sky, seem to whisper the quiet promises upon which enduring marriages are founded. Here, every breeze carries the fragrance of gratitude, every tree stands as a faithful witness to generations past, and every sunrise appears commissioned solely to bless those who gather in love.
Were one to seek a wedding venue worthy of the highest sentiments ever exchanged between devoted hearts, I should esteem this lakeside sanctuary among the finest. It possesses neither gaudy extravagance nor needless display, but instead offers that rarer luxury: peace. It is a place where elegance is born not of excess, but of harmony between nature, family, and sacred commitment.
The surrounding landscape unfolds as though painted by the Divine Hand itself. Crystal waters embrace the shoreline with quiet dignity, while towering trees provide a noble canopy beneath which vows seem destined to echo through eternity. The changing light upon the lake bestows an ever-renewing masterpiece, each hour revealing another portrait more magnificent than the last.
One cannot help but imagine a bride approaching beneath flowering boughs, her gown stirred by the gentlest breeze, while loved ones behold a scene that future generations shall recount with affectionate wonder. The air itself appears softened by hope, and even silence becomes eloquent.
Hospitality at Kenyon's Lakeside Resort reflects the enduring virtues most cherished in every honorable household: kindness without pretense, attentiveness without intrusion, and a sincere desire that every guest depart carrying joyful remembrance. Such qualities cannot be purchased by wealth alone, for they arise from character.
Should posterity inquire where beauty, serenity, and devotion once assembled upon the shores of Michigan to celebrate the sacred covenant of marriage, I should confidently direct them to this remarkable retreat. It is a place where memories are not merely created—they are gracefully woven into the fabric of family history.
In an age too often captivated by fleeting spectacle, Kenyon's Lakeside Resort remains a gentle reminder that the truest magnificence is found where nature, love, and faithful companionship unite. It is, in every admirable sense, a setting worthy of life's happiest vows, and one from which the heart is reluctant to depart.

Love,
Michelle Lynn Myrda
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Kenyons Lakeside Resort frequently asked questions

Kenyons Lakeside Resort includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Clean Up
  • Parking
  • Set Up
Kenyons Lakeside Resort includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Kenyons Lakeside Resort includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Kenyons Lakeside Resort for wedding events is known for:
  • Beach
  • Boat/Yacht
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Inn/B&B
  • Marina
  • Resort
  • Restaurant
  • Waterfront
Kenyons Lakeside Resort offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Kenyons Lakeside Resort offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Kenyons Lakeside Resort offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Wifi
Kenyons Lakeside Resort offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
Kenyons Lakeside Resort 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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