The Best Retreat Wedding Venues in Wisconsin Dells, WI

The Best Retreat Wedding Venues in Wisconsin Dells, WI

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5 Wedding Venues in Wisconsin Dells, WI

Lodges, retreats
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The Lodge at Mauston 

5.0

Mauston, WI
  • Up to 500 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $2,500

Discover the perfect blend of rustic elegance and modern comfort at The Lodge at Mauston—an ideal destination for weddings in Wisconsin. Inspired by the great lodges of the Western frontier, our vaulted ceilings, wood beams, and stone fireplace create a warm and inviting setting for your special day. Our flexible Event Center accommodates up to 500 guests and includes a pre-function space ideal for cocktail hours or mingling before and after your celebration. Guests will love our gracious rooms, featuring cozy fireplaces, walk-in showers, and balconies—perfect for wedding parties and out-of-town guests. Dine in style at The Broken Spur, our on-site restaurant, which includes a private dining room for rehearsal dinners or intimate gatherings. With an indoor pool, hot tub, and fitness center, The Lodge at Mauston offers a complete experience for couples and their guests to celebrate, relax, and create unforgettable memories.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Accommodates more than 200 guests
  • Feels like a getaway

Venue considerations

  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • Does not allow pets
The Lodge at Mauston was a fantastic venue for our wedding! From the beginning, the communication with the event staff was great - they got back to us quickly and answered all of our questions. On the day of the wedding, the space was perfect for our 250 guests, with plenty of room for the dinner and dancing. The food, the staff, and the overall quality of the venue were all excellent. The event manager went above and beyond to ensure our special day went smoothly. We couldn't have asked for a better place to celebrate our marriage!
Courtney M., 2 months ago
Prevailing Winds Lodge Blue Mounds/Madison 

5.0

Blue Mounds, WI
  • Up to 1000 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $6,000

If you are looking for a wedding venue with on-site accommodations, seek no further than Prevailing Winds Lodge in Blue Mounds, WI. Our lodge offers the most intimate of settings for small weddings and breathtaking vistas from high atop our prairie for large weddings. Let the beautiful surroundings sweep you and your partner away as you begin your life together as one. Why Choose Us? Serenity, nature, privacy, and peace are just a few things you will experience on your wedding day at the lodge. We provide our guests with the ideal place to host a once-in-a-lifetime destination wedding. The lodge does not have any restrictions on the vendors of your choice, but it does offer packages for certain amenities and referrals for local merchants and suppliers. After hosting your big day at our venue, enjoy your stay in our spacious room with a wood fireplace, bond with your guests, and experience other fun activities.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Both indoor and outdoor options
  • Handles all cleanup logistics
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you don't want a rustic vibe
  • Requires outside catering services
  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
Everyone involved in hosting at Prevailing Winds Lodge are the most amazing humans ever! Due to covid, we had to walk away our wedding plans in 2020. Steve and Jen, along with members from the Madison community, generously rallied together to host a dream wedding giveaway for couples dealing with this hardship. We were the lucky recipients and are eternally grateful. They made the whole process as stress free as possible and treated us as family from day one. Karo worked closely with us during the planning process and is a pro at what she does. The venue itself is out of a story book and the lodge is a home away from home. Anyone choosing this venue should know that the their dream wedding is possible. Prevailing Winds Lodge is the perfect place to start your journey.
Dan and E., 3 years ago
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Barnwood Events WI 

5.0

Madison, WI
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $3,200

Barnwood Events is 10 minutes from Downtown Madison next to the Capital City Bike Trail in a park-like country setting. This brand new barn timber frame building is built with modern amenities for year round events. The venue includes free parking for up to 170 cars and an onsite renovated farmhouse that sleeps up to 14 guests. The barn seats up to 300 inside and has 8 acres of green space and large mature trees that include several options for outdoor or indoor ceremonies and receptions.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Offers convenient lodging options
  • Provides a dedicated team on-site

Venue considerations

  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • No all-inclusive dining options
  • Does not allow pets
Julie and Dave (and their team) have brought a great venue to the area. They are such wonderful hosts, and truly have the mentality that coming together with other vendors to make a couple's dreams come to life is the ultimate goal. We have thoroughly enjoyed each and every event, and look forward to more in the years to come.
Blue Plate Catering, 4 years ago
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Caribou Bay Retreat 
Wautoma, WI
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $1,000

If you’re looking for the perfect 40 acre retreat, you’ve come to the right place! At Caribou Bay Retreat, we’ll not only give you the best in event planning but offer amenities like a splendid wedding venue in Wisconsin that you won’t find anywhere else. For starters, immediately off the property, hike the famed and historic Wedde Creek Segment of the Ice Age Trail, play tennis on your own private court, enjoy water sports on your own semi-private lake, stroll picturesque gardens and enjoy a myriad of indoor and outdoor activities. Caribou Bay Retreat has been a part of the Richford, Wisconsin landscape since 1972.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Feels like a getaway
  • Bridal suite on site
  • Provides a dedicated team on-site

Venue considerations

  • No in-house catering options
  • On-site parking not available
  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
Deer Valley Lodge 
Barneveld, WI
  • Up to 400 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor & indoor

Deer Valley Lodge is the perfect venue to host your Ceremony, Wedding Reception, Gift Opening, and even your overnight Guests. Our 5,000 square foot Banquet Hall, overlooking our 27 Hole Golf Course, can accommodate 350-400 people. The Facility consists of a Full Service Bar, Large Outdoor Patio, Wedding Gazebo with Golf Course View, in-house Event Coordinators, 62 Hotel Rooms, 12,000 square foot Water Park, 2 Get Ready Rooms, and a Built-In Dance Floor. Deer Valley Lodge will make the perfect backdrop for your Special Day!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Handles all cleanup logistics
  • Private area for the wedding party
  • Has onsite accommodations

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
  • Does not allow pets

Location flexible? Discover venues near Wisconsin Dells, WI

About wedding venues in Wisconsin Dells, WI

Wisconsin Dells has become a truly romantic wedding destination where dramatic river bluffs meet pine forests. You'll find this unique location blends natural beauty with plenty of entertainment options for your guests. Imagine exchanging vows at Chula Vista Resort with the Wisconsin River as your backdrop, or celebrating in the Norwegian-inspired architecture of Vennebu Hill while surrounded by rolling countryside views that your guests will talk about for years.

What Types of Wedding Venues Can You Find in Wisconsin Dells?

Wisconsin Dells delivers distinct venue options for every wedding style you might envision. Resort venues like Chula Vista offer both intimate forest-view settings and grand ballroom affairs that can accommodate your vision whether small or large. Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort's Glacier Canyon Lodge gives you scenic outdoor ceremony spaces coupled with elegant ballrooms for your reception festivities. Rustic barn venues have become incredibly popular, and the family-owned Swan Barn Door creates a joyful atmosphere while accommodating up to 500 guests. You'll love Vennebu Hill with its authentic Norwegian architectural elements and practical features like multiple paved entrances that make guest arrivals seamless. Outdoor natural settings along the Wisconsin River provide dramatic bluff backdrops that make for stunning photography. Many couples are drawn to these forest-framed ceremony locations for their natural beauty and peaceful ambiance. For something different, specialty venues like Dells Bells Wedding Chapel can provide "Minister-To-Go" services and virtual wedding capabilities. This is particularly helpful if you're planning a hybrid ceremony with guests who can't attend in person but still want to share your special day.

How Much Do Wisconsin Dells Wedding Venues Cost?

Wedding venue prices in Wisconsin Dells range widely depending on what you're looking for. The average venue costs $6,624.83, which represents about 16% of your total wedding budget. That's actually quite reasonable compared to the national benchmark where venues typically eat up 25% of wedding costs. For complete wedding celebrations including venue, catering and all services, you can expect to pay around $18,004 for a small wedding with 50 guests. A mid-sized wedding with 100 guests typically runs about $30,000 while 150 guests pushes that figure to $41,280. Larger celebrations cost proportionally more with 200 guests at $51,366 250 guests at $61,453 and 300 guests reaching $71,540. These figures help you plan realistically based on your guest count.

Which Wisconsin Dells Venues Are Most Accessible?

Vennebu Hill stands out with its fully ADA-compliant design featuring elevators and paved entrances while still offering those breathtaking valley views your guests will appreciate. You'll find their secluded setting creates a wonderfully cozy atmosphere within authentically-crafted Nordic timber architecture that photographs beautifully. Chula Vista Resort offers versatile spaces that adapt to various wedding events from rehearsal dinners to the ceremony itself. They've designed their facilities with accommodations for guests with accessibility needs so everyone can fully participate in your celebration without worry.

Where Can You Find Outstanding Food in Wisconsin Dells Wedding Venues?

The Swan Barn Door has earned its reputation for superior food quality. Their family-operated approach ensures you'll get personalized, high-quality dining experiences that guests remember long after the wedding day. The owners take pride in their menu offerings and are often willing to customize based on your preferences. Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort features excellent on-site restaurants and catering services known for culinary excellence. The resort chefs create well-curated wedding menus that can be tailored to your tastes, dietary restrictions, and overall wedding theme, giving you one less thing to worry about.

What's the Timeline for Booking Wisconsin Dells Wedding Venues?

Most couples secure their Wisconsin Dells venues about 16 months (459 days) before their wedding date with August being the busiest month for venue inquiries. Planning this far ahead gives you a significant advantage in securing those coveted waterfront ceremony spaces and barn venues that book quickly during summer peak season. Don't wait too long if you have your heart set on a specific location, especially for weekend dates between May and October.

Which Wisconsin Dells Venues Excel at Remote Participation?

Chula Vista Resort offers comprehensive event coordination for offsite guests. You'll appreciate their likely interactive experiences that go beyond basic streaming, helping remote attendees feel truly part of your special day rather than just passive viewers. Dells Bells Wedding Chapel specializes in virtual weddings with their innovative "Minister-To-Go" service. They're ideal if you're planning a hybrid ceremony with engaging remote participation options, making them a perfect choice for couples with friends and family spread across different locations.

What Percentage of Your Budget Should You Allocate in Wisconsin Dells?

For a typical 150-guest wedding, key budget allocations include your venue at 16% florists taking 13% catering services another 13% photographers accounting for 11% and bar services around 10%. You'll spend less on videographers at about 8% wedding planners at 6% bands or DJs at 3% cakes and desserts at 2% and hair and makeup under 1%. These percentages help you distribute your budget effectively while focusing on what matters most to you.

Wisconsin Dells has become a truly romantic wedding destination where dramatic river bluffs meet pine forests. You'll find this unique location blends natural beauty with plenty of entertainment options for your guests. Imagine exchanging vows at Chula Vista Resort with the Wisconsin River as your backdrop, or celebrating in the Norwegian-inspired architecture of Vennebu Hill while surrounded by rolling countryside views that your guests will talk about for years.

What Types of Wedding Venues Can You Find in Wisconsin Dells?

Wisconsin Dells delivers distinct venue options for every wedding style you might envision. Resort venues like Chula Vista offer both intimate forest-view settings and grand ballroom affairs that can accommodate your vision whether small or large. Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort's Glacier Canyon Lodge gives you scenic outdoor ceremony spaces coupled with elegant ballrooms for your reception festivities. Rustic barn venues have become incredibly popular, and the family-owned Swan Barn Door creates a joyful atmosphere while accommodating up to 500 guests. You'll love Vennebu Hill with its authentic Norwegian architectural elements and practical features like multiple paved entrances that make guest arrivals seamless. Outdoor natural settings along the Wisconsin River provide dramatic bluff backdrops that make for stunning photography. Many couples are drawn to these forest-framed ceremony locations for their natural beauty and peaceful ambiance. For something different, specialty venues like Dells Bells Wedding Chapel can provide "Minister-To-Go" services and virtual wedding capabilities. This is particularly helpful if you're planning a hybrid ceremony with guests who can't attend in person but still want to share your special day.

How Much Do Wisconsin Dells Wedding Venues Cost?

Wedding venue prices in Wisconsin Dells range widely depending on what you're looking for. The average venue costs $6,624.83, which represents about 16% of your total wedding budget. That's actually quite reasonable compared to the national benchmark where venues typically eat up 25% of wedding costs. For complete wedding celebrations including venue, catering and all services, you can expect to pay around $18,004 for a small wedding with 50 guests. A mid-sized wedding with 100 guests typically runs about $30,000 while 150 guests pushes that figure to $41,280. Larger celebrations cost proportionally more with 200 guests at $51,366 250 guests at $61,453 and 300 guests reaching $71,540. These figures help you plan realistically based on your guest count.

Which Wisconsin Dells Venues Are Most Accessible?

Vennebu Hill stands out with its fully ADA-compliant design featuring elevators and paved entrances while still offering those breathtaking valley views your guests will appreciate. You'll find their secluded setting creates a wonderfully cozy atmosphere within authentically-crafted Nordic timber architecture that photographs beautifully. Chula Vista Resort offers versatile spaces that adapt to various wedding events from rehearsal dinners to the ceremony itself. They've designed their facilities with accommodations for guests with accessibility needs so everyone can fully participate in your celebration without worry.

Where Can You Find Outstanding Food in Wisconsin Dells Wedding Venues?

The Swan Barn Door has earned its reputation for superior food quality. Their family-operated approach ensures you'll get personalized, high-quality dining experiences that guests remember long after the wedding day. The owners take pride in their menu offerings and are often willing to customize based on your preferences. Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort features excellent on-site restaurants and catering services known for culinary excellence. The resort chefs create well-curated wedding menus that can be tailored to your tastes, dietary restrictions, and overall wedding theme, giving you one less thing to worry about.

What's the Timeline for Booking Wisconsin Dells Wedding Venues?

Most couples secure their Wisconsin Dells venues about 16 months (459 days) before their wedding date with August being the busiest month for venue inquiries. Planning this far ahead gives you a significant advantage in securing those coveted waterfront ceremony spaces and barn venues that book quickly during summer peak season. Don't wait too long if you have your heart set on a specific location, especially for weekend dates between May and October.

Which Wisconsin Dells Venues Excel at Remote Participation?

Chula Vista Resort offers comprehensive event coordination for offsite guests. You'll appreciate their likely interactive experiences that go beyond basic streaming, helping remote attendees feel truly part of your special day rather than just passive viewers. Dells Bells Wedding Chapel specializes in virtual weddings with their innovative "Minister-To-Go" service. They're ideal if you're planning a hybrid ceremony with engaging remote participation options, making them a perfect choice for couples with friends and family spread across different locations.

What Percentage of Your Budget Should You Allocate in Wisconsin Dells?

For a typical 150-guest wedding, key budget allocations include your venue at 16% florists taking 13% catering services another 13% photographers accounting for 11% and bar services around 10%. You'll spend less on videographers at about 8% wedding planners at 6% bands or DJs at 3% cakes and desserts at 2% and hair and makeup under 1%. These percentages help you distribute your budget effectively while focusing on what matters most to you.

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