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*Now Booking 2027 Fridays and Sundays as well as 2028 weddings.*

The Felt Estate is a historic wedding venue nestled in the dunes along Lake Michigan, between Holland and Saugatuck, Michigan. The expansive estate features the majestic 1920s Felt Mansion, the Rustic Carriage house, and the quaint Chapel at Shore Acres. All around this beautiful architecture are carefully manicured grounds, a grotto, and lush gardens. The Felt Mansion boasts modern amenities, seasonal tents, and optional overnight accommodations. Here, couples will be able to make use of a convenient and comfortable environment as they host their wedding festivities.

Facilities and Capacity

The Felt Estate features multiple unique ceremony and reception location options. For ceremonies, the Chapel at Shore Acres, the Water Garden, and the Felt Mansion are all great options. The Chapel at Shore Acres allows couples to embrace tradition. It was built at the turn of the century and provides a beautiful backdrop for any ceremony. A little romance can be added with the ringing of the chapel bell as you kiss. There is seating for 75 inside or up to 250 outside. The Water Garden is surrounded by trees in the back and has water in every direction. This area seats up to 250 outside. The Felt Mansion exudes a majestic ambiance with sandstone pillars and gorgeous greenery. Here, there is seating for up to 250 outside. The Felt Mansion and West Lawn Tent are also great spots for receptions, as is the Carriage House for rehearsal dinners and welcome parties.

Service Offered

The Felt Estate offers a variety of services including wedding party suites, parking, custom floorplans, audio equipment, and the ability to hire outside vendors. Tables and chairs are also available to clients.

Accommodations

Couples and their guests will be able to dance the night away before retiring to your bed in the historic Felt Mansion. The mansion sleeps up to twelve guests in six bedrooms. The carriage house sleeps up to twelve guests in two bunk rooms. Amenities include toiletries, linens, public WiFi, media players in the foyer, and the use of the kitchen.

History

This stunning mansion was established in 1928 as a gift to Dorr Felt's wife, Agnes. With this love story inspiring the entire house, couples will be able to feel the romance that emanates from every corner.

  • LGBTQ+-owned
  • Woman-owned
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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?

$8,550

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?

$500

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Garden
Historic Building
Mansion
Museum
Park

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered 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
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

Reviews of The Felt Mansion

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Kim P. Sent on 07/24/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Joy-filled experience of a lifetime!!

As I reflect back a week ago, I am so thankful that we chose to have our daughter's wedding reception at the Felt Estate. Words can't begin to describe our joy!

Our daughter and her husband had their first date at the Felt Estate on a cold winter day in 2017. They went hiking to the Lake Michigan shoreline where they shared their first kiss. After their engagement, it wasn't surprising that the Felt Estate was the venue they wanted for their wedding reception. It was the perfect place to continue celebrating their love.

I can't say enough good about our experience with the Felt Estate, and in particular Derrick, our event coordinator. Derrick is kind, compassionate, and very accessible. He answers his phone and emails promptly (on the weekends and even on the 4th of July).

Derrick and the entire team were wonderful to work with pre-pandemic, but when COVID-19 brought unwanted news and uncertanties, Derrick was our advocate. He shared our desire for making this situation the best it could possibly be. Originally, we had a "Plan A" and a "Plan B" (if it happened to rain). On the day of the wedding, we were probably on "Plan J" and "Plan K"!! :) Derrick had many creative ideas to accommodate as many of our guests as possible using multiple spaces at the Felt Esate, but still abiding by the ever-changing state-mandated rules and guidelines. The staff at Felt went above and beyond to get spaces ready for us! (We are very thankful that we rented the whole estate rather than only the mansion/west lawn tent.)

Our caterer said that out of all the venues they have worked with during the coronavirus pandemic, they have been the most impressed with Derrick and Holden (the other event coordinator). Communication and knowledge are so important at a time like this.

While the day looked different than our original plans, it was still very dreamy and magical - everything the bride and groom hoped for!! As the bride's mother, I couldn't be more grateful!!!
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Nikki Sent on 12/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Great wedding venue!!

Beautiful place & great staff!
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Hannah Sent on 12/12/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Stress Free & Wonderful Experience

I seriously can’t stop talking about how amazing this venue is! The first time I visited the Felt for a walking history tour I was so in love. I’m so unbelievably grateful I can say this was my venue for my wedding on May 22, 2022! From the early stages of planning till the very end Derrick and the rest of the staff exceeded my expectations!

Derrick was SO helpful throughout the process and very detailed about everything. He was so quick to answer any questions I may have and was so accommodating! It was such a nice special touch to even receive a gift from the Felt to congratulate us on our big day.
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Hannah Sent on 12/12/2022
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 Wedding

I can’t say enough good about the Felt Estate! I was married there on August 27, and it was nothing short of a DREAM!! Derrick and his staff went above and beyond to accommodate for us. They look the time to answer all of our questions, and being an out of state bride, we had a lot!! As soon as our friends and family arrived on site to set up, the Felt staff was waiting to assist. When I arrived on site I was greeted with the warmest welcome and escorted to our getting ready suite. From start to finish, the Felt staff truly helped make it the best day for us. And not to mention, our guests were blown away by the grounds and the experience of touring inside the mansion!!
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Dana Sent on 12/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A Venue of a Lifetime!

Our experience at the Felt was absolutely incredible! We booked the venue back in February 2021 for an August 2022 wedding. From the event proposal process all the way past the wedding, Derrick and team were absolutely unbelievable. They are timely and thoughtful in their responses, the venue is ALWAYS adding on beneficial features and updates for the benefits of their clients, and the ability to stay on-site was unlike any other venue experience I have personally seen. We chose a Friday wedding to give us access the day prior to be able to get ready in the mansion and it was the best decision we made. Our entire wedding party stayed on-site with us and it will likely be the only time in our lives that we can say that. There are many options for the ceremony location and we loved the water garden but the weather backup in the beautiful third floor ballroom means you don’t need to stress leading up to your wedding which was a big decision in booking the venue. One good thing to note is Wi-Fi and service is spotty in the area so make sure your DJ downloads all your necessary music and that people have access to taxis or you set up transportation for them.
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Hope Sent on 07/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

All the stars!

If we could give 12 stars out of 10, we absolutely would. Planning a wedding is, admittedly, a stressful endeavor but Derrick and Holden were a genuine joy to work with. When we ran into snags with vendors, they were flexible to the fullest extent they could be and we truly got the wedding of our dreams at the Felt. It’s worth noting too that, as we were planning our wedding from Chicago, we only actually got up to the Felt in-person once before our wedding. At no point throughout our planning did we ever feel hung out to dry or like we could not reach out with questions for help. Total experts with Zoom and we have zero regrets. They were also extremely gracious with all the dynamics that come up in planning (IYKYK) and we just so appreciated their expertise, grace, kindness, and understanding.


And it’s worth noting that when the groom had a minor wardrobe malfunction mere minutes before our first look, Derrick was on it. We got to know each other real well! A man of many talents and cool under pressure.


Getting married at the Felt was everything we could have imagined and more. The best day of our lives in the perfect place. And while we’re thankful we never have to plan another wedding, if you do need to plan one you can feel at ease with Derrick and Holden and know that things won’t slip through the cracks. And PS – if you need the space, stay at the Mansion and/or Carriage House. Beautiful memories were made.

Thank you so much, Derrick and Holden!!
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Carolyn Sent on 11/10/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The Felt Mansion

Having our wedding at the Felt Mansion was easily the best decision we made throughout our entire process! This venue speaks for itself and is, simply put, stunning. Derrick and Holden were incredible to work with and took away any anxieties and stress we had. They were incredibly responsive and insightful - helping us with the small details of layout to the big details of where to have our ceremony. They took the time to get to know us as a couple and did everything in their power to ensure we had an amazing wedding day. On our wedding day, staff was present and available for any day-of surprises. They ensured we were taken care of and that the day went smoothly. I can't say enough about this venue and would recommend it a thousand times over!
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Jordan Sent on 09/30/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Breathtaking!

I absolutely, without a doubt, cannot recommend The Felt Estate enough for a wedding!! If you are even considering using The Felt Estate, just go ahead and choose them now. Where to even start, other than the fact that the venue is stunning- the grounds are well kept and lovely, the mansion provides a fairy-tale feel, you really do feel like royalty while using the estate- the staff are friendly and helpful. Derrick and Holden were there for us every step of the way and were quick to reply to our many questions. They provided helpful insight and suggestions that helped make our dream wedding a reality. The day-of staff were key background players that helped our day go off without a hitch! They were provided immediate assistance when we needed them, but otherwise were out of sight, we felt like we were the only ones there! I cannot thank the staff at the Felt Estate for making our day incredible, we would choose them again in a heartbeat!
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Kelsey Sent on 08/20/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Picture Perfect Destination Venue!

The Felt Property checked off all of our requirements while venue shopping for our big day - the property itself is unique, offers countless picture back drops, houses a private chapel as a ceremony location, and could sleep our entire bridal party + immediate family through the destination package. As an added bonus, the event coordinator, Derrick, and property staff were the not only responsive but incredibly kind & patient throughout the entire planning process (and to a bride who had a LOT of questions!).
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Lisa Sent on 07/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

picture-perfect!

Hosting our wedding at The Felt Estate was nothing short of a dream come true. It checked all of the boxes: gorgeous backdrop, outdoor capabilities with access to AC if needed, unique event space with antiques and history, plenty of clean bathrooms, and professional/personable staff.

Our guest raved about the picture-perfect setting under the West Lawn tent. Some of our favorite reviews were, "I feel like I'm in wine country out in Italy" and "The sunset views are giving us serious California vibes." Everyone took advantage of the self-guided tours in the historic mansion, which was a unique perk of the wedding venue.

From getting ready in the bridal suite to dancing under the stars, the entire experience was excellent. A huge thank you to the event managers, Derrick & Holden, for providing such an entertaining event space, as well as the original owners, Dorr & Agnes Felt for building such a breathtaking estate!
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The Felt Mansion frequently asked questions

The Felt Mansion includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by The Felt Mansion for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Mansion
  • Museum
  • Park
The Felt Mansion offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
The Felt Mansion offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Felt Mansion offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Felt Mansion offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
The Felt Mansion is recommended by 95% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.8 in value and 4.7 in professionalism.
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