Petite Acres

•Ratings include Zola and Google reviews

Guest capacity

Up to 175 seated guests

About this venue

Now Booking 2028 Weddings! Tucked among mature oaks in New Buffalo, Michigan, Petite Acres is a French countryside-inspired wedding estate just 90 minutes from Chicago. At its heart, Château Aster features soaring ceilings, exposed beams, chandeliers, and an 18th-century French limestone mantel, welcoming celebrations of up to 175 guests. Make a weekend of it with exclusive estate access Friday through Sunday, Thursday access to Maison Foxglove, and 12 private guest homes sleeping up to 55. From welcome cocktails and wedding celebrations to fireside evenings and farewell brunches, every moment feels special. Thoughtful inclusions, dedicated hospitality, lush gardens, a greenhouse, bocce, firepit lounges, and wellness amenities make the experience effortless and unforgettable. With a limited number of weddings each season, every celebration receives our personal attention. Let's imagine your wedding weekend together.

Seated guest capacity

  • 50-175

Venue type

  • Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
  • Farms, Barns, Ranches
  • Hotels, Inns, Resorts
  • Lodges, Retreats

Venue setting

  • Covered Outdoor
  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
1109 E Buffalo St, New Buffalo, MI 49117

Our event spaces

Petite Acres

Château Aster: Timeless French Countryside Elegance

At the heart of Petite Acres, Château Aster is a stunning stone-and-brick venue featuring soaring ceilings, exposed wood beams, custom chandeliers, and a magnificent 10-foot-tall, 18th-century French limestone mantel. Arched windows overlook lush gardens and the Great Lawn, filling the space with natural light. Designed for celebrations of up to 175 guests, Château Aster blends timeless European elegance with modern comforts, creating an unforgettable setting for your wedding day

Guest capacity

Up to 175 Seated

Up to 175 Standing

Square footage

4,700

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

- Tables (round and rectangle), chairs and cocktail tables - Glassware, silverware, and place settings - Dance floor, up to 400 square feet - Sonos sound system - Chandeliers and ambient lighting - Catering kitchen access - Heating and air conditioning - Access to the Great Lawn and gardens - Dedicated hospitality support - Setup and teardown assistance

Petite Acres

Château Aster: Timeless French Countryside Elegance

At the heart of Petite Acres, Château Aster is a stunning stone-and-brick venue featuring soaring ceilings, exposed wood beams, custom chandeliers, and a magnificent 10-foot-tall, 18th-century French limestone mantel. Arched windows overlook lush gardens and the Great Lawn, filling the space with natural light. Designed for celebrations of up to 175 guests, Château Aster blends timeless European elegance with modern comforts, creating an unforgettable setting for your wedding day

Guest capacity

Up to 175 Seated

Up to 175 Standing

Square footage

4,700

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

- Tables (round and rectangle), chairs and cocktail tables - Glassware, silverware, and place settings - Dance floor, up to 400 square feet - Sonos sound system - Chandeliers and ambient lighting - Catering kitchen access - Heating and air conditioning - Access to the Great Lawn and gardens - Dedicated hospitality support - Setup and teardown assistance

Available services that can be provided by Petite Acres

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Liability insurance
  • On-site accommodations
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • Barware
  • Chiavari Chairs
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Sound / AV
  • Standard Chairs

Accommodations

  • Bedroom suites
  • Double bed rooms
  • Honeymoon suite
  • Luxury suites
  • Room blocks offered
  • Single king rooms
  • Single queen rooms
  • Twin bed rooms

Reviews

Write a review
Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

58 reviews

  • KJ

    Kate J.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 10, 2026

    Great experience with Petite

    Working with Petite Acres has been a seamless experience from start to finish. The team communicates clearly and promptly, making it effortless to coordinate all the details for our events. Their venue is absolutely stunning with newly renovated spaces that feel open and elegant, giving couples plenty of room to bring their vision to life. The value we've received is exceptional considering the quality of what they offer. We can't wait to partner with them again this year and recommend them to any couple looking for a top-tier wedding destination.

  • BG

    bruce glazer

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Oct 5, 2026

    We had an awesome time celebrating my great neice Liza's Bat Mitzvah with family and our hosts Dr Chad and Orlee Glazer. It was a great weekend and we thoroughly enjoyed our time at the resort and the staff was truly amazing and made the time special and memorable for sure

    Petite Acres•Oct 6, 2026

    Bruce, thank you so much! We loved having your family at Petite Acres to celebrate Liza’s Bat Mitzvah. It was such a special weekend, and we’re so glad you enjoyed your time with us. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

  • VK

    Vel Kovacevich

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Oct 1, 2026

    Every detail from the bedding to the suite contents and furniture is so very well thought out. Wouldn't change a thing. We were there for our daughter's wedding and the accommodations and service were top notch! Thank you for helping make the event as magical as we imagined it could be! We will be looking for opportunities to return.

    Petite Acres•Oct 6, 2026

    Vel, thank you so much for the kind words! It meant so much to us to be part of such a special weekend for your family. We’re so glad the accommodations and all the little details helped make the celebration everything you imagined. We absolutely loved having you all at Petite Acres and hope you find plenty of reasons to come back and visit us again!

  • GB

    Gianna Braband

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Sep 24, 2026

    I am the Director of Client Relations & Communications with Bella Donna Studios (Chicago/SW Michigan), a wedding photo/video company. We have had the pleasure of capturing 2 weddings at Petite Acres since they opened, with more to come! We were totally blown away by the grounds, the scenery, the atmosphere, the people, the teamwork, and everything else you can imagine! What a gorgeous place to host any event, but how incredible to host a wedding here! Looking forward to working alongside the team again in the future! Cheers to your opening and future success!

    Petite Acres•Sep 25, 2026

    Gianna, thank you so much! We’ve absolutely loved having the Bella Donna team at Petite Acres and getting to work together for these first few weddings. Your team is always such a pleasure to have on property, and we’re so excited to have more celebrations together ahead. Thank you for being such a wonderful partner and for the kind words!

  • KC

    Katie Crowle

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Sep 23, 2026

    Petite Acre is such a beautiful addition to New Buffalo! The location is incredible and just minutes from the shores of Lake Michigan with the ability to stay for the weekend makes it so much more than just a wedding venue. Couples can truly turn their wedding into an entire weekend of celebrating with their closest friends and family. The owners Jeana and Justin are exceptional, with incredible attention to detail and a genuine commitment to creating an amazing experience for their couples and guests. From the setting to the service, everything feels thoughtful and elevated. I highly recommend Petite Acre to anyone looking for a unique and memorable wedding venue in New Buffalo!

    Petite Acres•Sep 25, 2026

    Kate, thank you so much! It means a lot to hear this from someone who knows the event and wedding world so well. We’re so grateful for your support of Petite Acres and everything we’re building here in New Buffalo. We appreciate you being part of the journey and can’t wait for what’s ahead!

May, June, July, August, September, October, and November
January, February, March, April, and December
No, at Petite Acres we will coordinate all alcohol services creating a luxury experience with custom drink packages (alcoholic and non-alc!)
Yes! We have over 60 spaces available with over 30 in our parking lot for guests. If you'd like a valet service we can also partner on that option. The parking lot is also great for shuttles to stage in.
Yes, all our facilities are wheelchair accessible.

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