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Jennifer St. Onge
Jennifer St. Onge
Group Sales Associate

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52 years in business

We speak English

Medium team (11-20 members)

The Homestead is a four-season resort in Glen Arbor, Michigan, perched on Lake Michigan and surrounded by the Sleeping Bear Dunes. For couples who dream of a picturesque venue that projects rustic-country charm, The Homestead offers precisely that for your wedding day. If you're looking to fill your wedding weekend with activity, they also provide sporting facilities, boating, fine dining, spas, and more.

Facilities and Capacity

There are three event spaces to choose from within The Homestead. You and your partner can host a maximum of 160 wedding guests, providing ample space for everyone you love. In addition, the sports areas, dining choices, and shops add versatility for hosting this number of guests. Accommodation is available with various options to choose from, boasting condominiums, individual homes, and four distinct hotels. Whether you're looking for a cozy couple's retreat or a sprawling five-bedroom suite, The Homestead can provide the space you need.

Services Offered

The Homestead is also a full-service wedding venue with on-site catering and event coordination for couples who seek the simplicity of designing their whole day on-location. A cocktail reception, a plated dinner or buffet, hors d'oeuvres, an outside cake, and of course tastings are all available. An engagement party might be a lovely addition, or perhaps a rehearsal dinner the evening before your wedding day. The Homestead also provides spa services and rolling golf lawns waiting for your arrival. For those couples who might steal a few moments alone, a café and restaurant on-site give you even more options. The Homestead also offers:

  • Setup and cleanup
  • Event planning
  • In-house bar
  • Champagne toast
  • Signature drink
  • Open bar
  • Pet friendly

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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?

$1,050

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

$700

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?

$375

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

$250

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

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?

$63

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

Bartender(s)

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

20

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Beach
Country/Golf Club
Hotel
Resort
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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December

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Reviews of The Homestead

Weddingwire
4.1/5 43 reviews
Google
4.3/5 874 reviews
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Katlyn Sent on 07/25/2023
4.8 out of 5 rating

Small, intimate dream wedding in Northern Michigan

Where to start!? Sandy and Lexi were absolutely incredible. It gave us so much peace of mind to have a beautiful venue that was a one-stop-shop: we didn't have to arrange for booze, food, linens, tables, chairs, accommodations, etc. from separate vendors... instead, The Homestead had it all. Sandy is very organized, responsive, kind, creative, reliable, and authentic - she will give her opinion if you ask for it and you can count on her 100%! And Lexi, the summer intern, would be an amazing permanent addition to The Homestead team! All in all, I can't stress enough how much Sandy did for us, how much we appreciated everything she did, and how truly wonderful she is. Give this woman a raise already! We are so grateful to Sandy, Lexi, and The Homestead for hosting the most important party of our lives (i.e., our wedding!) and we couldn't have picked a better place to represent us, Northern Michigan, and the salt-of-the-earth/homegrown hospitality the Midwest is known and loved for
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Erin Sent on 10/24/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding was a fabulous stress free event and I can contribute all the of the wedding's success to Elizabeth Curlew and all the staff at The Homestead. We are from the metro Detroit area but even with the 5 hour distance it was a breeze planning a wedding at The Homestead. Any time I had a question or a concern I would email Elizabeth Curlew (our wedding coordinator) and she would respond asap (I'm sure I emailed her a bajillion times).

First, you can not overlook how gorgeous the property is. Everything is so well maintained, you could not ask for a better venue. We had our ceremony and reception at the Camp Firefly venue, it was gorgeous! I love how secluded it felt, it was like we had the whole property to ourselves.

Anything you can dream of The Homestead staff will make possible. We had a fall wedding and it had also been a dream of mine to have mini donuts and cider at our fall wedding, Elizabeth made it happen. I wanted to set up my ceremony completely different that they normally do, Elizabeth made that happen. And it wasn't just Elizabeth (who I can not stop singing her praises) it was everyone else. My guests loved how our bartender remembered their exact drink order and how friendly everyone was. You can tell they take pride in what they do. You are not just another wedding to them. If you are looking to get married in Northern Michigan, no need to look any further than The Homestead! My husband and I can not wait to go back up and visit!
N
Nicole Sent on 06/15/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding at The Homestead was truly incredible. My husband and I feel so lucky to have found this venue. Our coordinator, Lynzie, was so helpful, organized, and responsive throughout the entire planning process. I felt very comfortable relaxing on our wedding day because I knew things were under control. The staff at The Homestead were so prepared with every detail of our day that things moved flawlessly. The food and drink service was fantastic – so quick and friendly. It’s like they anticipated everything we would need and would have it to us before we could ask for it. Our guests loved The Homestead, too. They raved about both the resort and our wedding. So many people thanked us for inviting them because it provided them with a weekend getaway at such a beautiful place. I highly recommend this venue!!!
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Every area that's used as a wedding site at the Homestead is top notch, drop dead beautiful. The staff is professional and efficient, caring and competent. Whether you're getting married on the beach, Top of the Mountain or Camp Firefly, you'll have great memories of how beautiful your site was. I highly recommend The Homestead for your wedding.

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One of my favorite venues. The Homestead offers all of the best of Northern Michigan.

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The Homestead frequently asked questions

The Homestead includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Homestead includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Homestead includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The space offered by The Homestead for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Beach
  • Country/Golf Club
  • Hotel
  • Resort
  • Waterfront
The Homestead offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Homestead offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Homestead offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Homestead offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
The Homestead is recommended by 81% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.1 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.2 in quality of service, 4.2 in professionalism, 4 in flexibility, 4 in value and 3.9 in average response time.
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