About Us
Weddings and Receptions
The Homestead offers a variety of wedding packages, both indoor or outdoor. Unlike many outdoor weddings, you are not at the mercy of the elements. In the case of a weather "surprise," your event will be a success. Enjoy your country wedding with the conveniences of highway access (we're located on IL Rt. 97 between Springfield and Petersburg, Illinois) and offer the following amenities:
- Scenic location with a variety of locations for the wedding ceremony
- Beautiful, rustic venue for wedding, reception or engagement photos for any season
- Picturesque countryside wedding venue with endless possibilities for indoor and outdoor photo opportunities
- Full four day advance set up before your wedding (don't be rushed!)
- Garden weddings available
- Enough space for parties up to 300 people
- Two reception areas- both areas equipped with air conditioning and heat
- One reception space can be held enclosed or with large doors opened for a "pavilion" appeal
- Two Bars located in each reception area
- Full kitchen, which can be rented for food preparation
- Your choice of caterer
- Tables and chairs furnished
- Tablecloths, silverware, cocktail tables available for rental
- Five indoor restrooms
- Central dance floor with plenty of space
- Fire pit and outdoor seating
- Designated DJ area
- Ample parking
- Barn is one level - handicap accessible
- 15 minutes from Springfield, IL
Share and enjoy a special lifestyle close to Springfield and Petersburg, on a small 10 acre working family farm, that puts you right in the middle of nature. It's a special place that we have enjoyed for over thirty years and wish to share with others for a perfect event. We are a family owned and operated business and are experienced in making events special in every way.
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The Homestead works with a variety of vendors for catering, decorations, photographic and videographic services, and more. Or you can also use your own caterers and other talented professionals.
The Ideal Setting for your Wedding or Event
Enjoy the serenity and privacy of a rural setting for your wedding venue, reception, reunion, birthday party, prom party, meeting - or any other special event. We are located approximately 15 minutes from Springfield, IL and just 10 minutes from Lincoln's New Salem on IL Rt. 97.
For details and rate info, please call Sandy at 217.502.0019.
Plan your special event on a real working farm. You'll enjoy the fresh air, solitude and the wide range of indoor vignettes for your special event. Please check out our photos throughout the website to get ideas. We can seat up to 300 persons and are close to the many wineries and approximately 30 festivals each year in Menard and Sangamon Counties.