Unique Features of Rustic Manor 1848: Wisconsin’s Premier Wedding & Event Venue
Located in south central Wisconsin, Rustic Manor 1848 is nestled perfectly between Milwaukee and Madison. The barn itself is a grand 8,000+ square feet that can comfortably host up to 275 guests between the lower level and hayloft for your event. The barn features handicap accessible restrooms, 2 Bridal Quarters with salon set-up, a 30 foot hand crafted bar, private Vendor Staging Room, and beautiful Hay Loft overlooking the Main Hall as well as a deck overlooking the picturesque countryside.
We pride ourselves in being Wisconsin’s Premier Wedding & Event Venue and have completed five renovations since the purchase of the property to make Rustic Manor 1848 what it is today. During the course of these renovations, owners Eric and Whitney knew how important it was to set Rustic Manor 1848 apart from other wedding venues.
fully HEATED & COOLED BUILDING
What if we told you that most barn wedding venues don’t have air conditioning or heating? As it is our primary goal to ensure that all guests are comfortable, we know that probably wouldn’t be the case if we didn’t have the ability to heat and cool our building depending on the not-so-dependable Wisconsin weather. We have multiple zoned heating and cooling throughout the barn, so you and your guests will feel comfortable no matter what time of the year it is!
honeymoon suite
Including a stay right here on-site the night of your wedding is just one of the unique offerings here at Rustic Manor 1848. No need to travel home or to a local hotel, our event managers will escort you to your very own king bedroom suite on-site just a flight of stairs away. View pictures and read more about our honeymoon suite here!
ceremony location options
We offer three different ceremony location options for you to choose from! Not only can you choose to have your ceremony inside or outside, but you actually have two indoor ceremony options. Choose from our Indoor Hay Loft or the Main Floor depending on your wedding vision and guest count. If you originally plan to have your ceremony outdoors, but the weather come wedding morning isn’t looking like it’s in your favor, we can always move your ceremony inside!
flip out bar window
Looking to enjoy the beautiful summer and fall Wisconsin weather during your cocktail hour? Thanks to our flip-out bar, you and your guests can order cocktails right from our outdoor patio and hangout at our one-of-a-kind whiskey barrel cocktail tables.
outdoor fire pit & yard games
Keep your guests entertained with some fun outdoor games. We have giant Jenga, two sets of corn hole and ladder ball for everyone to enjoy! Our cozy outdoor gas fire pit is perfect for warming up during your winter wedding or on a chilly summer night. Our team automatically turns this on at dusk if the weather allows it, making this one of our favorite spots on the property!
12 acres of land
Rustic Manor 1848 sits on just under 12 acres of wooded trails and meadows. The property is surrounded by the beautiful Bark River, extensive farmland, and features multiple sites for wedding ceremonies and scenic photos. Our favorite wedding spot? The incredible ivy wall of the farmhouse which is full as can be by June and lasts through October.
in-house rentals & photography
From rustic farmhouse tables to wedding planning packages to photography services, we offer a wide variety of rentals and additional services you can choose from to enhance your event whichever way you see fit! View our full list of in-house rentals here.
Dying to get married at Rustic Manor 1848? Check out our available dates by viewing availability calendar on our website and schedule a tour to see the property with your own eyes, it’s even better in person! We can’t wait to meet you!