What most people don't know is that while we do have our own venues that we cater at such as The B.O.B., Crush, Eve, Mangiomo! and Trillium, we also have a very long list of off premise venues that we offer our catering services to as well! These sites include everywhere from Frederik Meijer Gardens in Grand Rapids to The Porches of Saugatuck on beautiful Lake Michigan. On top of that, we also cater private events at homes along the lakeshore from Muskegon to Fennville. Below are just a few of the different venues we cater at along the lakeshore and also in Grand Rapids. If you'd like more information on each venue, simply click on the venue name in bold and it will take you directly to their website!
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Featuring a romantic harbor view in Saugatuck, Twin Gables promises a memorable event in a breathtaking setting both indoors and outdoors. Located on beautiful vineyard grounds, guests will be able to experience the award winning landscaped acres alongside the Inn.
Reception site is all-inclusive. Prices include venue and catering together and range from $95 to $105 per person.
Located on the beautiful grounds of a fruit orchard and nestled on the shoreline of Hutchins Lake, Cranes Orchard offers a breathtaking waterfront view. Private and spacious, filled with natural light throughout and located minutes from the Saugatuck and Lake Michigan shoreline, this venue is the ideal space to host celebrations, corporate events or anniversaries.
Reception site is all-inclusive. Prices include venue and catering together and range from $95 to $105 per person.
Picture an old time little white chapel surrounded by a beautiful garden and large apple orchard overlooking a pond. Welcome to Apple Blossom Chapel. This outdoor venue is located in a large old apple orchard bordered by a variety of flowering plants and green grass alongside a luminous pond and fountain. The garden is especially beautiful in early May when the apple blossoms, tulips and daffodils are blooming.
Prices range from: $1,000-$1,700
Step into a glimpse of the wealth and lifestyle of the Roaring 20’s. The Felt Mansion retains the exquisite architectural design of the luxurious summer home that once belonged to self-made millionaire and inventor Dorr E. Felt. This unique venue offers the elegance of the past with the comforts of the present both inside and outside of the mansion. Beautifully situated ten miles south of Holland and six miles north of Saugatuck, The Felt Estate was recently picked as the 2011 Editor’s Choice by Brides Magazine.
Prices range from: $1,750-$2,950
Imagine hosting an event with spectacular Lake Michigan as a backdrop. This lakefront home has one of the most outstanding views in Saugatuck along the lakeshore. Allow your guests to enjoy the gorgeous sunset on the historical wrap around porches and stroll along the private beach at your reception, corporate party or celebration.
Prices range from: $900-$1,100
Whatever your event, Camp Blodgett is the perfect spot for parties, corporate events, weddings, receptions and other special functions. Overlooking Lake Michigan, this West Olive venue proves to be a spectacular place because of its gorgeous views and location right on the beach. Camp Blodgett’s grand deck adjacent to the dining room also allows events to expand to the out of doors and look out over the sandy shores of the lake.
Prices range from: $100-$6,500
A photographer’s dream come true, Windmill Island is as rich in history as it is in gorgeous lush gardens and pristine lawns. Your dreams and personal style dictate the final masterpiece, and on Windmill Island the possibilities are endless. The continuous gardens and flowers along the lakes and canals on the Island will offer serene surroundings for your event.
Prices range from: $2,800-$3,100
The Midtown Center Study Hall is a 6,000 sq. ft. room with high ceilings, beautiful faux painted columns, ceiling skylights, and 5 banks of windows along the north wall, located on the 2nd floor (accessible by elevator) of this 100-year-old building. The room can accommodate up to 350 people either and has a low stage that is great for a presentation or dance floor.
Prices range from: $400-$1,300.
Think “happily ever after.” Let your fairy tale event unfold at Castle in the Country. This Allegan based country bed and breakfast holds the romantic nostalgia of an old enchanted castle with its two magnificent buildings wrapped around 65 secluded acres that overlook a private lake and pond. Perfect for an intimate destination weekend wedding or midweek event.
Package prices range from; $1,400-$10,000
Grand ambiance, elegant style and supreme quality make Macatawa Legends perfect for any event. Boasting one of the most beautiful clubhouses in West Michigan, Macatawa Legends offers panoramic views of their manicured golf course and crystal blue lakes. Different areas within the clubhouse ensure that you have options to pick a venue space that meets your event needs exactly.
Prices range from: $200-$1,000
Along the South Haven lakeshore, Lake Bluff Inn & Suites provides you with an easy choice for a venue featuring a manicured landscape overlooking beautiful Lake Michigan. Perched 70 feet above the water’s edge the bluff at Lake Bluff Inn & Suites is the perfect place for guests to sit back and unwind in the splendor of what truly is a unique experience.
Prices vary depending on room rental rate, which changes throughout the season.
For your next event, allow your guests to relax and watch a sunset over Wall Lake or bury their feet in the sand. Katie’s Cottage sits right on the beach and is a picture perfect venue for any outdoor event.
Price range varies depending on time of year and number of guests.
Vertical colored glass windows, echoing traditional stained glass, filter the incoming daylight and add color and vibrancy to the interior in the Postma Center. Upon entering, guests will immediately experience modern architectural elements that will enhance a sense of welcome. Guests are drawn to the building’s rich, natural, earthy materials such as the Brazilian hardwood and the natural copper that encompass the facility. The Postma Center offers a casual or formal setting for groups and businesses to gather. Intimate wedding receptions in the outdoor courtyard and walkway are especially beautiful.
Prices range from: $100-$800
Let the fresh air and wide-open outdoor space at the Discovery Center heighten your senses and provide a beautifully natural setting for your next event. Perfect for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors, the Discovery Center in Holland includes wildlife exhibit scenery and spacious areas for large weddings, parties, or receptions. The Outdoor Discovery Center also encompasses a Founder’s Hall Building on site that is able to accommodate smaller, more intimate events.
Prices range from: $25/hr (2 hour minimum) to $100/hr (2 hour minimum).
The Frauenthal Center for the Performing Arts in Muskegon houses the majestic Frauenthal Theater, the intimate Beardsley Theater, the
Bettye Clark-Cannon Gallery and numerous other rental facilities. This unique and versatile venue provides a platform for a classy, one of a kind event that will leave guests feeling like they just stepped out of a classic movie.
Price Range: $1,000-$1,400
At The Blue Dress in Benton Harbor, one can enjoy the peace of the countryside in the bloom of the spring among plum blossoms and lilacs. Mid summer, crickets sing in the grass and the trees are green. Autumn boasts the most flowers and best fires of the year. The Blue Dress barn uniquely sits on a 4,600 square foot area under a vast open timber roof with a dance floor and stage lit by elegant wrought iron chandeliers. Two, second story decks overlook gardens and fields. In the gardens are tables beneath shade umbrellas, chairs and benches around fires.
A rustic cottage sitting on Lake Michigan minutes from Saugatuck, Shoreside Cottage offers 1,400 feet of private beach frontage that guests will be pleased to enjoy. This opened air space with the lake breeze makes this venue a natural choice for those looking to host an event during the day or evening with beautiful Lake Michigan as a backdrop.
Prices range from: $750-$1,350
This LEED-certified facility offers beautiful and functional spaces with exceptional views of downtown Grand Rapids. The new UICA is a freshly modern choice for your next cocktail reception, workshop or business meeting. Fixed lounge seating, flexible high-top tables and backdrops of fine contemporary art make this refined facility one of kind.
Prices range from: $300-$1000
Make your day the best it can be. Whether it is a grand reception for hundreds of guests or an intimate affair with just your closest family and friends, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park can make your dream come to life. With 132 acres of beautiful gardens, internationally acclaimed sculptures and award-winning architectural design, this picturesque venue gives you the option of hosting a simple and effortless gathering or an elaborate and elegant event either indoors or outdoors.
Prices Range from $300-$6,100
A place rich in history and bold in character, St. Cecilia Music Society provides a warm, elegant atmosphere for parties, receptions and gatherings. Conveniently located right in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, St. Cecilia is the perfect location to host an event with refined style.
Prices range from: $100-$1,000
Prestigious. Historic. Cultural. The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum boasts an exceptional setting located on the bank of the Grand River in downtown Grand Rapids. With a handful of location options within the museum, including the museum grounds and the beautiful Betty Ford Garden, guests at your event will be enamored with the rich history within the museum and the views of the reflecting pool and fountain overlooking the Grand River.
Prices are determined by the Museum Deputy Director; each event is unique and treated as
such.
Unique, yet comfortable...whimsical, yet refined...fun yet, well fun! Whether you are looking to conduct a board meeting or celebrate a wedding reception, the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum offers a unique, open setting for any kind of gathering. Rent the entire building for a sit-down dinner or reception and delight in the romance of the downtown city nightlights shining through the picturesque windows. The Grand Rapids Children’s Museum provides an event space like no other combining a fresh, amusing atmosphere with entertaining design.
Prices range from: $150-$875
The Goei Center is one of Grand Rapid’s best-kept secrets. A distinctive event facility and home to the International Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence, the Goei Center’s unique, loft-style facility has a modern look and relaxing ambiance that is sure to make a lasting impression on your special day, corporate event, or social gathering.
Prices range from: $750-$3,500
As the world’s first LEED Gold Certified Art Museum in the world, GRAM offers a green facility in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids to enhance the experience of weddings, cocktail receptions, corporate functions and more. With a stunning city view and changing exhibits as a backdrop, GRAM is a unique spot to entertain your guests or associates day or night. GRAM also accommodates outdoor events in their modern Pocket Park and outdoor dining terraces that are perfect for live music, food, and a refreshing open-air atmosphere.
Prices range from: $100-$5,000
