About Us
Weddings | Receptions | Parties
Experience rustic elegance just minutes from Springfield and Petersburg.
Set on our picturesque 10-acre working family farm, our venue blends the natural beauty of the countryside with timeless charm. Rolling fields, open skies, and peaceful surroundings create the perfect backdrop for a celebration that feels both relaxed and refined.
For over forty years, this land has been the heart of our family — a place filled with love, laughter, and meaningful moments. We are honored to share it with couples as they begin their own beautiful story here.
Unlike many outdoor venues, couples are never left at the mercy of the elements. Should the weather bring an unexpected change, your celebration can transition effortlessly, allowing your day to remain beautiful, seamless, and stress-free.
We offer the timeless charm of a country wedding paired with modern convenience. Ideally located on IL Route 97 between Springfield and Petersburg, Illinois, our venue provides a serene countryside setting while remaining easily accessible for you and your guests.
We are pleased to offer the following amenities:
- Scenic countryside setting with multiple ceremony location options
- Beautiful rustic venue perfect for weddings, receptions, and engagement photos in any season
- Fall | Winter | Spring | Summer — Capture your event indoors or out, in any season, and create picture-perfect moments!
- Two full days of advance setup before the wedding (Thursday & Friday) — no rushing
- Optional Wednesday rental for additional setup time
- Sunday pickup available so couples don’t have to clean up and leave Saturday night
- Accommodates up to 300 guests
- No extra charge for Homestead staff assistance with cleaning or garbage removal
- Two climate-controlled reception areas (air conditioning & heat)
- One reception space that can be enclosed or opened for a pavilion-style feel
- Two bars (one in each reception area), capable of serving up to seven kegs (four in the back bar and three in the front bar). The Homestead furnishes the gas.
- Full kitchen available for food preparation
- Walk-in cooler included in the rental (perfect for flowers, kegs, cake, and food storage)
- Deep freezer available for ice storage
- Couples may choose their own caterer
- Popcorn provided for cocktail hour, along with bottled water, lemonade, and tea on the wedding day
- Your rental includes rectangular tables and chairs for both your wedding ceremony and reception
- Mismatched floral china plates included in the rental cost
- Round tables, tablecloths, silverware, goblet drinking glasses, ivory dinner plates, cocktail tables, and chafing serving ware available for rental
- Five restrooms
- Dressing rooms for both bride and groom
- Spacious central dance floor
- Fire pit and outdoor seating, plus two fireplaces (wood included for the fire pit)
- Designated catering area
- Designated DJ area
- Ample parking
- One-level barn — handicap accessible
- Located just 15 minutes from Springfield, IL
Vendor Flexibility
The Homestead proudly partners with a variety of trusted vendors offering catering, décor, photography, videography, and more — all experienced in creating beautiful, seamless events in our setting.
You are also welcome to bring in your own caterer and preferred professionals, allowing you the flexibility to design a celebration that reflects your personal style and vision. For added convenience, our kitchen is available for rent if you’d like to prepare your own meal.
The Ideal Setting for your Wedding or Event
As a family-owned and operated business, we are dedicated to creating a wedding experience that feels personal, seamless, and unforgettable — where rustic charm meets understated elegance.
Enjoy the serenity and privacy of a beautiful rural setting for your wedding, reception, reunion, birthday celebration, prom, meeting, or any special gathering. Our countryside venue offers a peaceful escape while remaining conveniently located just 15 minutes from Springfield, Illinois, and only 10 minutes from Lincoln's New Salem on IL Route 97.
For additional details and rate information,
please contact:
Bob – 217.632.3340
Kim – 217.502.0018