The Best Beach & Waterfront Wedding Venues in Fenton, MI

The Best Beach & Waterfront Wedding Venues in Fenton, MI

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The Vale Royal Barn 

5.0

Fenton, MI
  • Up to 160 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor & indoor
  • Starts at $8,000

Rustic meets glamour at Vale Royal.Open seasonally May -October. Enjoy an exclusive weekend or one-day use of our historic barn (circa 1836) Seats 160. Located on a beautiful, park-like 8 acres featuring a covered bridge, bonfire area, outdoor games, and your choice of 4 ceremony sites: the dock on the river with willow trees, the garden courtyard with a picket fence, the woodlands, and the prairie field. Stay the weekend in our well-appointed, 3-bedroom federal-style home. Pets can stay too! Conveniently located and close to hotels in Fenton, MI. Being on private property will allow you to choose any caterer or vendor you wish to use. This allows you the freedom to decorate creatively and chose your own menu. Bring in food carts! Craft Beer Vendors! Ice Cream trucks! If you don't want to DIY, don't worry — our preferred vendors are happy to put a package together for you and take care of your every need. We look forward to sharing the intimate charm that embodies Vale Royal!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Unique barn setting
  • Multiple event spaces
  • Bridal suite on site

Venue considerations

  • Couple must handle cleanup and setup
  • Not for you if you prefer a more modern aesthetic
  • Dance floor not included
From start to finish, our experience with The Vale Royal Barn was exceptional. Valerie and her team were fast, genuine, and incredibly responsive throughout the entire planning process. Their communication style put us at ease and made us feel like their top priority. The quality of their work and the value they provided was unmatched - their space is clean, spacious, and highly customizable, allowing us to bring our wedding vision to life. Valerie even came to our rescue the night before the wedding when we had an issue with another vendor, quickly getting us new drapery to make our space look stunning. The Vale Royal Barn's kindness and attention to detail did not go unnoticed, and we are forever grateful for the role they played in making our special day absolutely perfect.
Marisa B., 9 months ago

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About wedding venues in Fenton, MI

Why Is Fenton an Exceptional Wedding Destination?

Fenton, MI brings together countryside charm and sophisticated venues in one versatile wedding destination with easy access via US-23. You'll appreciate how the town packs numerous venue options within just a 10-mile radius making life simpler for guests coming from Detroit, Flint or Ann Arbor. Most couples secure their Fenton venues about 15 months ahead of time with October seeing the highest number of inquiries as couples dream of celebrating amid Michigan's stunning fall colors.

What Types of Wedding Venues Can You Find in Fenton?

# Rustic and Barn Venues

Vale Royal Barn offers a beautiful prairie-style setting sprawled across 8 private acres with everything you need from bridal suites to covered ceremony areas and indoor restrooms. You can host up to 150 guests in this intimate, charming environment that feels worlds away from everyday life. If you're looking nearby, Seven Willows Barn in Grand Blanc delivers that countryside wedding feel you might be dreaming of while ensuring accessibility for all your guests.

# Winery and Brewery Venues

Fenton Winery & Brewery operates from a standalone cedar building that gives you indoor/outdoor flexibility no matter what the weather decides to do on your big day. You'll love their full-service wedding experience with customized atmospheres that work for all your guests. The all-inclusive approach means you can have both your ceremony and reception in one spot saving you and your guests the hassle of traveling between locations.

# Historic and Elegant Venues

The Laundry Room in downtown Fenton gives you a historic setting that's perfect if you're planning an intimate wedding with up to 60 guests. You can use this versatile space for various wedding events from the main reception to rehearsal dinners and bridal showers while knowing the accessible layout will accommodate everyone on your guest list.

How Much Will Your Fenton Wedding Cost?

Wedding venues in Fenton typically run about $7586 which represents roughly 17% of your total wedding expenses. This aligns pretty well with the national average of $6500 to $12000 or about 25% of total costs. Your total wedding budget in Fenton will vary quite a bit depending on how many guests you invite. With 50 guests you're looking at around $18885 while 100 guests pushes that to $31554. For 150 guests expect about $43466 and 200 guests will run approximately $54116. Larger weddings with 250 guests cost around $64766 and for 300 guests you should budget about $75415.

What Other Wedding Services Should You Budget For in Fenton?

ServiceAverage Cost% of Total Budget (150 guests)
Venue$7,58617%
Catering$6,06914%
Florists$5,51713%
Bar Services$4,85511%
Photographers$4,0009%
Videographers$3,7389%
Planners$2,4836%
Bands and DJs$1,3103%
Cakes and desserts$8412%
Hair & Makeup$3881%

Which Fenton Venues Offer Outstanding Accessibility?

Fenton Winery & Brewery features accessible layouts throughout their indoor and outdoor spaces so everyone on your guest list can fully participate in your celebration. You'll appreciate their all-inclusive experience that keeps everything in one convenient location. Vale Royal Barn includes thoughtful accommodations for accessibility needs alongside their appealing wedding services in a gorgeous setting. The Laundry Room offers an accessible layout that works well if you're looking for a more intimate venue option where everyone feels included.

Where Can Foodies Find Exceptional Culinary Experiences in Fenton?

The Fountains stands out if you're serious about exceptional food and fabulous atmosphere for your wedding day. Cushing Field House has earned its place among Michigan's Top Ten wedding venues and likely partners with high-quality catering vendors to maintain that reputation. Vale Royal Barn can give you customized catering options including chef-curated menus featuring seasonal ingredients that will impress your guests if food quality tops your priority list.

How Can You Plan for Remote Guest Participation?

Vale Royal Barn offers multiple event spaces that allow you to create sophisticated remote engagement setups that go well beyond basic streaming options. You'll find Fenton Winery & Brewery's full-service approach can support enhanced virtual participation solutions possibly including interactive tasting sessions integrated with your wedding live feed giving remote guests a more immersive experience than just watching from afar.

Why Is Fenton an Exceptional Wedding Destination?

Fenton, MI brings together countryside charm and sophisticated venues in one versatile wedding destination with easy access via US-23. You'll appreciate how the town packs numerous venue options within just a 10-mile radius making life simpler for guests coming from Detroit, Flint or Ann Arbor. Most couples secure their Fenton venues about 15 months ahead of time with October seeing the highest number of inquiries as couples dream of celebrating amid Michigan's stunning fall colors.

What Types of Wedding Venues Can You Find in Fenton?

# Rustic and Barn Venues

Vale Royal Barn offers a beautiful prairie-style setting sprawled across 8 private acres with everything you need from bridal suites to covered ceremony areas and indoor restrooms. You can host up to 150 guests in this intimate, charming environment that feels worlds away from everyday life. If you're looking nearby, Seven Willows Barn in Grand Blanc delivers that countryside wedding feel you might be dreaming of while ensuring accessibility for all your guests.

# Winery and Brewery Venues

Fenton Winery & Brewery operates from a standalone cedar building that gives you indoor/outdoor flexibility no matter what the weather decides to do on your big day. You'll love their full-service wedding experience with customized atmospheres that work for all your guests. The all-inclusive approach means you can have both your ceremony and reception in one spot saving you and your guests the hassle of traveling between locations.

# Historic and Elegant Venues

The Laundry Room in downtown Fenton gives you a historic setting that's perfect if you're planning an intimate wedding with up to 60 guests. You can use this versatile space for various wedding events from the main reception to rehearsal dinners and bridal showers while knowing the accessible layout will accommodate everyone on your guest list.

How Much Will Your Fenton Wedding Cost?

Wedding venues in Fenton typically run about $7586 which represents roughly 17% of your total wedding expenses. This aligns pretty well with the national average of $6500 to $12000 or about 25% of total costs. Your total wedding budget in Fenton will vary quite a bit depending on how many guests you invite. With 50 guests you're looking at around $18885 while 100 guests pushes that to $31554. For 150 guests expect about $43466 and 200 guests will run approximately $54116. Larger weddings with 250 guests cost around $64766 and for 300 guests you should budget about $75415.

What Other Wedding Services Should You Budget For in Fenton?

ServiceAverage Cost% of Total Budget (150 guests)
Venue$7,58617%
Catering$6,06914%
Florists$5,51713%
Bar Services$4,85511%
Photographers$4,0009%
Videographers$3,7389%
Planners$2,4836%
Bands and DJs$1,3103%
Cakes and desserts$8412%
Hair & Makeup$3881%

Which Fenton Venues Offer Outstanding Accessibility?

Fenton Winery & Brewery features accessible layouts throughout their indoor and outdoor spaces so everyone on your guest list can fully participate in your celebration. You'll appreciate their all-inclusive experience that keeps everything in one convenient location. Vale Royal Barn includes thoughtful accommodations for accessibility needs alongside their appealing wedding services in a gorgeous setting. The Laundry Room offers an accessible layout that works well if you're looking for a more intimate venue option where everyone feels included.

Where Can Foodies Find Exceptional Culinary Experiences in Fenton?

The Fountains stands out if you're serious about exceptional food and fabulous atmosphere for your wedding day. Cushing Field House has earned its place among Michigan's Top Ten wedding venues and likely partners with high-quality catering vendors to maintain that reputation. Vale Royal Barn can give you customized catering options including chef-curated menus featuring seasonal ingredients that will impress your guests if food quality tops your priority list.

How Can You Plan for Remote Guest Participation?

Vale Royal Barn offers multiple event spaces that allow you to create sophisticated remote engagement setups that go well beyond basic streaming options. You'll find Fenton Winery & Brewery's full-service approach can support enhanced virtual participation solutions possibly including interactive tasting sessions integrated with your wedding live feed giving remote guests a more immersive experience than just watching from afar.

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