Wedding & Events at Apple Blossom

Apple Blossom Resort is a one-of-a-kind luxury rental property featuring three homes and extensive outdoor space on a private 18-acre estate in SW Michigan’s idyllic Harbor Country, just 70 miles from Chicago.

With sleeping accommodations for up to 48 guests and outdoor event space for up to 150 guests, Apple Blossom Resort is an inspired site for events that are fun, modern, and laid-back.

The property’s adaptable layout makes it an ideal home base for celebrations that unfold over several unforgettable days. Our unique location lends a secluded vibe to every occasion while being moments away from all that this special region has to offer.

We’d love to help you to create the event of your dreams!

The Estate

The sprawling 8,000 sq ft estate was designed to accommodate private gatherings that feel intimate, relaxed, and elegant. Modern construction, thoughtful design, high-end amenities, and personalized touches ensure that our guests experience the comforts of home in a boutique setting nestled in the woods near Lake Michigan.

The custom-built Main House features 7 spacious bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, and a sleek open concept chef’s kitchen/great room perfectly suited for intimate receptions, rehearsal dinners, and day-after brunches. 

The Guest House provides an additional 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms that are ideal for guests who benefit from additional privacy. Combining rustic charm and contemporary design, The Cabin is a tucked-away sanctuary for the wedding couple.

Our specially-designed 6,000 sq ft astroturf area with 40 ft x 80 ft pole tent creates a flawless canvas for outdoor ceremonies and receptions.

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Apple Blossom Resort includes:

  • Three Individual Homes
  • Heated Swimming Pool
  • Two Hot Tubs
  • Two Fire Pits
  • Basketball/Tennis Court
  • Chef’s Kitchen
  • On-site Parking for 75 cars
  • And much more!

EVENT PACKAGE

PROPERTY RENTAL

  • Exclusive rental of the entire estate including 3 homes & extensive grounds

EVENT TENT

  • A 40 ft x 80 ft pole tent with bistro lighting installed on the 60 ft x 100 ft astroturf event space adjacent to the pool and tennis/basketball court

CEREMONY

  • A 40 ft x 60 ft paved ceremony area
  • 150 white resin chairs with pad
Photo: Kelly Sweet Photography

RECEPTION

  • 19 60-inch round dining tables 
  • 150 natural oak chairs with pad
  • 10 36-inch round high-top tables for cocktail hour (can be set up around the pool or elsewhere)

PORTABLE WASHROOMS

  • A three-unit, fully-stocked upscale executive washroom trailer with heating, air conditioning & running water

PARKING

  • On-site parking for 75 vehicles

SEASONAL NIGHTLY MINIMUMS

All property rentals have a nightly minimum requirement that varies by the time of year. 

The nightly minimums for events at Apple Blossom Resort are:

  • Peak Season (June through September): 6
  • Shoulder Season (March through May & October): 4
  • Off-Season (November through February): 3
Photo: Kelly Sweet Photography

2024 PRICING

Pricing includes Property Rental, Apple Blossom Resort Event Package, Insurance & Taxes, plus Event Admin Fee. 

  • Peak Season (June through September): $44,000 for a 6-night stay
  • Primary Shoulder Season (May & October): $27,500 for a 4-night stay
  • Early Shoulder Season (March & April): $16,500 for a 4- night stay
  • Off-Season (November through February): $12,100 for a 3-night stay

Event Admin Fee – $10 per person

Details

PARKING

The property can accommodate up to 75 cars. Parking is not permitted on the grass. Off-site parking is required if there will be more than 75 vehicles onsite at any time.

INSURANCE

Event insurance is recommended, but not required. However, insurance certificates must be on file for all caterers & bartenders.

CATERING

Guests are welcome to work with the caterer of their choice. A copy of your provider’s insurance must be on-file prior to all events.

 

Photo: Kelly Sweet Photography
Photo: Kelly Sweet Photography

ALCOHOL

Beer, wine, liquor, and other alcohol must be served by professional bartenders with the proper licenses and insurance for all events. A copy of your provider’s insurance must be on-file prior to all events.

WASHROOMS

To prevent issues with the estate’s septic system, portable executive washrooms are required for events over the capacity of the house.

NOISE CURFEW

Outdoor event music is allowed until 11:30pm. Music is permitted after-hours for guests staying at the property.

SITE VISITS

Site visits are welcome as long as a day/time is coordinated with us at least a week prior. We can accommodate site visits Monday-Friday between 10am-4pm EST anytime we the property is not rented.

Harbor Country

Just 70 miles from downtown Chicago, Apple Blossom Resort is located in the heart of SW Michigan’s Harbor Country.

Though you may just as easily find yourself content to stay put enjoying the estate’s secluded site and deluxe amenities, the property’s convenient location makes it easy to enjoy the region’s many charming beach towns and agricultural communities.

Photo: Kelly Sweet Photography

Moments away, you’ll find picturesque Lake Michigan and Galien River County Park – both wonderful sites for naturalistic photography. Especially convenient, Apple Blossom Resort is also a short drive to popular wedding venues including Journeyman Distillery and multiple vineyards.

When it comes to downtime, you’re never far from a wide range of experiences – think pristine white sand beaches, verdant winery tours, specialty boutiques, farm-to-table dining, year-round outdoor excursions, quirky cultural venues, and more!

Visit the exceptionally curated travel guide to the region compiled by our friends at New Buffalo Explored for more inspiration and insights into the people, places, and adventures that make this area so special.

Vendor List

Whether you need recommendations for catering, private chef, photography, event coordination, or even a massage therapist or yoga instructor to provide sessions on-site, we are more than happy to provide recommendations from our incredible community of local professionals!

Some of our favorites include:

Kendall Cobb / In Search of Wildflowers

FOOD & DRINK

  • Beverage Specialists of SW Michigan
  • Black Currant Bakehouse
  • Classic Catering
  • CK Catering
  • Happy Bar Services
  • Partage
  • Rolling Stonebaker
  • SimplySweet by D
  • Steadfast Supper Club
  • The Storehouse
  • SW Ovenworks
  • Wandering Mule Co.
  • Whistle Stop Bakery

FLORALS

  • Field & Florist
  • House Finch Floral
  • Larkspar Flower Design
  • Marco Alexzondra Floral & Event Design
  • Sugarfield Flowers

EVENT COORDINATION

  • Modern Day Collective
  • Stellaluna Events
  • Tanya Lynette Events
  • White Dahlia Events & Rentals

EVENT RENTALS

  • Classic Catering & Events
  • AAYS Rental
  • Taylor Rental Party Plus

PHOTOGRAPHY

  • Kelly Sweet Photography
  • Justin Hill / JMH Photography
  • Jamie & Eric Photography
  • Giving Tree Photography
  • Lisa Kay Creative Photography
  • Nathan English Photography

HAIR & MAKEUP

  • Homegrown Hair Studio
  • MAK Salon & Spa
  • Elle Salon
  • Sta-Glam Makeup
  • True Beauty by Dana
  • Makeup by Trisha

TRANSPORTATION

  • Harbor Country Adventures
  • Royal Excursion
  • B&W Charter, Inc.
  • Epic Limo

ADDITIONAL LODGING

  • Dwell Vacations
  • Harbor Grand Hotel
  • Marina Grand Resort
  • Neighborhood Hotel
  • New Buffalo Fairfield Inn
  • Holiday Inn Express
  • Four Winds Casino

For a comprehensive list of our local vendor recommendations, please contact us for more info.

Let’s Talk

Interested in learning more about hosting your event at Dwell Vacations’ Apple Blossom Resort?

Drop us a line using the contact form above to start the conversation. We’d love to connect with you!

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Reviews

We feel like luckiest couple to have had the chance to be married at Apple Blossom Resort. We had a vision of having an intimate, small, family wedding where everyone could spend the entire weekend together in a location that was relatively easy to get to (from family both in-state and out-of-state), and provided us with an intimate but modern space. As soon we learned about Apple Blossom, we knew it was perfect!

Christine -October 2019

This was, above and beyond, the most spectacular and memorable weekend my family has ever experienced. The Apple Blossom has it all..and then some! We rented the property for a 3-day family reunion/wedding celebration. All 30-35 houseguests staying on the property for the weekend were ‘over the moon’ with the immaculate facilities, not to mention the impeccable service-level from the property owners, Meg & Jorge.

Beth -May 2019

We couldn't be happier with our stay at Apple Blossom. It was a great setting for us to have our smaller wedding. We had a beautiful outdoor space for dinner, dancing, and drinks. Throughout our stay guests were able to enjoy the relaxing pool and hot tub, play tennis or basketball, and warm up by the fire pits at night. The rooms and common areas inside were also very well done, spacious and comfortable for everyone. Everyday was a fun and unique experience at Apple Blossom.

Kate -May 2019

The Apple Blossom property is a hidden modern gem in Union Pier, near New Buffalo, MI. My husband and I booked the property for our small, intimate wedding and we could not have been happier with our choice. All guests who attended stayed on site – enjoying the beautiful bedrooms with on suite bathrooms (main house), gorgeous chefs kitchen, multiple fire pits, heated pool, hot tubs, tennis/basketball courts and beautiful surroundings (which made for beautiful pictures!).

L -June 2019
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