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Recommended by 98% of couples

About this venue

If you've been searching for wedding venues in Rochester MN that feel like a true escape without the drive, look no further than Somerby Golf Club. Inspired by the stately manors and charming villages of the English countryside, this Byron MN wedding venue sits just 15 minutes from downtown Rochester — close enough for every guest, yet worlds away in beauty. With a Tom Lehman and John Fought-designed championship course ranked among Golf Digest's top courses in Minnesota, an acclaimed on-site culinary team, and a dedicated wedding coordinator guiding you from first tour to final dance, Somerby delivers an elegant, stress-free celebration at a value that's hard to match among wedding venues near Rochester Minnesota.

The scenery that makes golf course wedding venues in MN so beloved is on full display here. Rolling fairways, tranquil water features, and lush countryside create endless photo opportunities — couples even take golf carts onto the course for sunset portraits, and Somerby's iconic lighted tree offers a one-of-a-kind backdrop you won't find at any other outdoor wedding venue in southern Minnesota. Whatever the season, the property delivers the scenic golf club wedding southeast Minnesota couples dream about.

Somerby's flexible spaces suit celebrations of every size and style. The Great Hall welcomes up to 330 guests with soaring elegance, while the Manchester Room offers a warm, intimate setting for smaller gatherings — versatility that sets Somerby apart from other wedding reception venues in the Rochester MN area. As one of the region's few venues offering true all-inclusive wedding packages in Minnesota, Somerby handles tables, linens, setup, bar service, and coordination in-house, so there are no rental headaches or surprise vendor fees. And because Somerby is a wedding venue with on-site catering in the Rochester MN area, your menu is crafted steps from your reception by the club's own chefs — guests rave about the food years later.

For couples seeking affordable elegant wedding venues in Rochester MN, Somerby hits the sweet spot: private-club polish, storybook scenery, and genuine value, all wrapped in the warm, attentive service of a team that treats your wedding like the only one that matters.

Proudly Serving Rochester and Southern Minnesota

Somerby Golf Club hosts weddings and celebrations for couples throughout the region, including Rochester, Kasson, Stewartville, Pine Island, Dodge Center, Zumbrota, Owatonna, Austin, Winona, and Faribault. Conveniently located off Highway 14 just west of Rochester, Somerby is an easy drive for local guests and a simple trip for out-of-town family flying into RST — ideal for the many couples planning Rochester weddings from afar.

Contact Somerby's Director of Event Sales today to schedule your private tour and check your date!

Features

Large team (21+ members)

Experience

  • 1 year in business

  • We speak English

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Weddings at this venue

Kelsey & Nick's wedding
Kelsey & Nick
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FAQ

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?

$2,500

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

$2,000

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?

$2,500

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

$1,900

Which of the following are included in the 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?

Cake Cutting
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)
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar

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

40

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Country/Golf Club

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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

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

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November
December

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Reviews of Somerby Golf Club

Weddingwire
4.9/5 8 reviews
Google
4.6/5 206 reviews
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Christopher Sent on 10/15/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had our wedding and wedding reception here, and really thought it was the best location in all of Southern Minnesota. First off, Trina (the director of catering and sales for Somerby) proved to be invaluable throughout the whole process. The location is beautiful, the amenities were amazing, the catering was really the best we've tasted, and the service was professional. Overall, they handled everything without a hitch and made for a memorable event. If you are planning your wedding here, you expectations will be met - and exceeded!
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John Sent on 03/01/2015
5 out of 5 rating
They were fantastic! Trina, the wedding coordinator at Somerby, was very responsive to all my questions and concerns. I never had a question that went unanswered. She is very on top of things. In trying to coordinate the reception times and decorations, I was able to tell Trina the 'big ideas' on how I wanted the wedding reception to look and with her expertise and experience, Trina took these ideas and made them into reality. We dropped off decorations several days before and Trina and her staff set up the entire reception! I never had to lift a finger. They also took down the entire reception as well. Would highly recommend!
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User1807871 Sent on 09/12/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Somerby is an absolutely beautiful location for a reception! The reception space is indoors but has plenty of large windows to let the sunshine in. There's a patio outside to allow guests to get some fresh air. We had plenty of space for dinner and dancing without having to move any tables around. The food and service is spectacular. We had the peach rosemary chicken and the butternut squash ravioli. They were very accommodating to guests with different needs- vegetarian, gluten free, etc. I would highly recommend them to anyone!
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Chelsey Sent on 01/18/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Such a beautiful location for a wedding reception and the staff was extremely pleasant to work with. Very professional and timely in their responses. Had great advice from table decorations to the timeline of events for the evening. Food was amazing; guests still talking about the food 2 years later! Allow you onto golf course for photos. Perfect venue!
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Sarah Sent on 12/29/2016
4.8 out of 5 rating
We had our reception at Somerby and were so impressed! Trina, the event coordinator at Somerby, was very helpful throughout the planning process. She was patient with all of my questions in the months prior, and after meeting with her a few days before the wedding, made me feel confident that everything from the setup of the ballroom and entry area, to decorations, to meals, to the night-of timeline was all set. Somerby also does a free tasting event in the fall (November) and Spring (April) for all booked weddings, which my family and I appreciated attending to pick out what food we wanted. (Be prepared to be happily full by the end of the night! There are also some other local vendors to talk to.) We chose to bring in many of our own decorations, and although there were events the nights prior to our wedding, the ballroom was set up by 6am on our wedding day, giving us time to set up the tables. That morning we also left snacks, and for no charge, Somerby set up a great snack table and cake table with all of the cupcakes another vendor brought. We had a beautiful summer day, so our guests enjoyed the deck area overlooking the course (the sunset was gorgeous!), and the grounds and buildings provided many wonderful spots to take photos with our bridal party before dinner. We got many compliments about the food, Trina and the rest of the staff were great, and everything ran so smoothly and looked beautiful! I would definitely recommend Somerby to anyone getting married in the Rochester/Byron area.
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Emily Sent on 07/06/2015
4.8 out of 5 rating
We used Somerby for our rehearsal dinner. The food was absolutely amazing. Even a month out, I still hear comments from people about how great the food was. I also loved that they let us bring in our own dessert. The atmosphere and service were amazing as well. I believe my mother in law had some trouble reaching Somerby a couple of times when trying to pay the down payment. It all worked out though, so it wasn't a big deal. Overall, everything was amazing and so fun. I would definitely recommend Somerby.
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User1027267 Sent on 11/26/2012
4.8 out of 5 rating
Trina and all the staff did an amazing job with our wedding! Everyone was raving about how great the food was. They are very professional, flexible, they help set up of all your decor, and the venue does not get any prettier/better! We recommend having any function at Somerby and you won't be disappointed!
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User902886 Sent on 08/17/2012
4.8 out of 5 rating
The perfect place for a wedding reception! Being a private country club, the scenery couldn't have been more beautiful (sun setting over the lake & evergreens with gorgeous fairways and greens in the background). The banquet hall itself was wonderful and didn't require much for decoration. The wedding coordinator was extremely helpful throughout the entire process, answering any questions I had and giving ideas about everything (from place cards to seating charts to the location of the gift table). The staff was very polite and professional during the event, and went out of their way to ensure that the entire night went perfectly. The food was outstanding and guests were pleasantly surprised with how much food they received.

This venue may seem pricey at first, but once all of the helpful services and extras are included it really is very reasonable and well-worth the cost!
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Stephanie Rice
Stephanie Rice
Corporate Director of Sales & Marketing
Trina Leth
Trina Leth
Director of Catering Sales at Somerby

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Somerby Golf Club frequently asked questions

Somerby Golf Club includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Somerby Golf Club includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Somerby Golf Club includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Somerby Golf Club for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Country/Golf Club
Somerby Golf Club offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Somerby Golf Club offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Somerby Golf Club offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Somerby Golf Club offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
Somerby Golf Club is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in flexibility, 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in value and 4.6 in average response time.
Somerby Golf Club currently offers 1 discount promotion for wedding services.
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