We often get asked what the grounds look like at different times during our event season- especially during winter tours when it’s tough to imagine through the glare of white snow. We open in May every year. These are photos from early May last year. The winter to spring transition in northern MI is not linear nor reliable in its start to finish. But it always happens. The green of early spring is the best!! @centuryfarmcottages #spring #springiscoming #may #mayweddings #springweddings #springgreen #northernmichiganwedding #northernmichigan #leelanau #barnweddings #cantwait #comeonspring
It’s sap season! And since it’s officially spring we’re hoping it’s the tail end of snow season. The sun makes all the difference. We’re looking forward to the fast-approaching event season and opening the cottages and farmhouse @century farm cottages . #tappingtrees #sapseason #maplesyrup #getoutside #springiscoming
Event season is just around the corner. All of these traditions- cultural and family specific, new and old, are beautiful imprints and lasting memories: the getting ready, love letters, first-looks, walking the aisle, dapper little dudes, dog-bearers, rings, vows, string serenades, bouquets and boutonnières, the gowns and suits, speeches, tablescapes and design details, first kisses and first dances, bubbles in the tub, your people all holding you up, mad-fun dance parties, dips and tosses, grand entrances and exits and so, so so much love!!
We’re nearing the end of stark, cold winter here in Leelanau- the hope and sight of warmer temps, blue skies and color is on the horizon. Every event season we look forward to seeing all of the imagining and planning unfold for each event as the style, colors, feel and spirit gets rolled out on display. The flowers and greens are always an anticipated favorite here, from bouquets, swags, runners, bud vases, tall arrangements, aisle runners, tree sashes, fence decor, framing for just about anything, chair backs, cakes, draping hold backs, photo booths (like the whole thing)! Champagne walls, signage, dog collars, corsages, and everything else that has yet to be dreamed up! Flowers set and reflect the tone and design of the event. We love joyful, flashy summer blooms to hush pastels, moody fall burgundies or whimsy boho designs of plumes and greens! This is a small sample of floral magic over the years. Just the tip of the flower-burg from so many talented floral designers. #barnwedding #weddingflowers #weddingflorals #weddingdesign #weddingstyle #letsgetmarried #barnweddingvenue #northernmichiganwedding #weddingvibes
Here @starrynightbarn we still have some open Thursday and Friday night rehearsal dinner/ welcome party dates for the lower barn lounges for the coming 2025 season. Check it out if you’re looking for a fun spot!! #welcomeparty #rehearsaldinner #2025bride #2025weddings #northernmiweddings #barnwedding #traversecitymichigan #traversecitywedding #leelanau
First installment showcasing the love and light from A&M’s late summer wedding. Floral, coordination and planning by @dragonflyeventdesigns with the masters of photographic light, @allenkentphoto capturing this magical day. #underthewillow #willowtree #barnwedding #northernmiweddings #traversecitywedding #summerwedding #leelanauwedding #outdoorwedding #letsgetmarried
The barn is tucked in for the winter. We’re still doing tours through the winter but winter tours require boots, warm coats and the ability to imagine warm breezes, fair skies, green meadows and up north blooms! #winterbarn #imaginesummer #northernmichigan #northernmichiganwedding #barnwedding #barnweddingvenue #michiganwedding #eventvenue #leelanaupeninsula #traversecitywedding
This dress! The glitz and shiny glam of N&L’s wedding reception captured by @meridianphotography. A Fun, magical night orchestrated by @dragonflyeventdesigns. @9beanrows made this celestial cake! #northenmichiganwedding #michiganweddingvenue #fallwedding #starrynightwedding #celestialwedding #barnwedding #2024wedding