Bay View Weddings at Gallagher Farms

8629 E. Lincoln Road, Cedar, MI

About This Vendor

Breathtaking Destination: Stunning Water Views

Bay View Weddings at Gallagher Farms is a stunning wedding venue that welcomes you to celebrate any and all of your wedding-related events. Sitting on a 400-acre cherry farm, this expansive property boasts breathtaking scenery and lush surroundings that are sure to inspire on your big day. Overlooking Grand Traverse Bay and Leelanau County, the views from this location make for a picture-perfect celebration. You can enjoy the numerous outdoor event areas on your milestone day. These include the colorful orchards, tranquil pond, and sprawling grasslands that you can make your own. From a photoshoot embracing natural beauty to a cocktail reception under romantic lighting, and a reception spent dancing in the marquee, the day can be tailored to you. You will have access to the venue in plenty of time to set it up however is right for your celebration. The spacious venue welcomes everything from intimate gatherings to parties of up to 300 guests. An event planner will work with you to help perfect the plans for your special day. This includes arranging event rentals, including tables and chairs, as well as liaising with outside vendors, too. You can let your individuality shine through your own choice of vendors, with a list of referrals available if you need some guidance along the way. Bay View Weddings at Gallagher Farms is happy to create a bespoke package that enables you to celebrate the day of your dreams in a style of your own, meeting your unique needs. The venue can host any of your wedding events, from your ceremony and reception to your bridal shower, engagement party, rehearsal dinner, or even elopement.

Amenities + Details

Ceremony Area

Covered Outdoors Space

Handicap Accessible

Outdoor Event Space

Reception Area

Dressing Room

Indoor Event Space

Liability Insurance

On-Site Accommodations

Wireless Internet

Ceremony Types

Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony

Guest Capacity

300+

Settings

Barn, Farm & Ranch, Tented, Trees

Venue Service Offerings

Destination Weddings

Awards and Affiliations

Bay View Weddings at Gallagher Farms Reviews

Reviewed On 1/07/2023 by Avi C

My husband and I viewed this venue during the winter when everything was covered over in snow, but Rose helped us see our vision clearly. Rose exudes warmth, kindness, and an overall welcoming demeanor. Every interaction we had was positive and...

approachable. Rose and her employees were genuinely happy for us and went out of their way to ensure we had a stress free and perfect day. The venue is absolutely breathtaking and the touches between the bathrooms, lights, fire pits, transportation, and view only enhanced our experience. My husband and his groomsmen enjoyed the cabin for their pre-wedding preparation. The barn gave us the perfect opportunity to have our first look within the rows of trees and take family photos prior to the ceremony. We would recommend Rose and this location to anyone wanting a northern Michigan wedding as we still dream about ours and can not wait to visit again one day soon to reminisce on our day.

Reviewed On 1/02/2023 by Lindsay L

We can not say enough great things about Rose and her team at Bay View Weddings! Rose helped bring our vision to life and our day couldn't have been any more perfect. From the day we first contacted her to the day of our wedding, we had no worr...

ies that everything was going to be exactly how we envisioned. Our guests had nothing but amazing things to say about her and the venue itself... it truly was a dream come true and such a fairytale day. We live in Illinois so coordinating a wedding from a different state has challenges of its own, but Rose and her team made us feel so comfortable with their great communication and knowledge, so we knew that we were in great hands. If you're looking for a one of kind wedding, with the best views in Traverse City, do not hesitate and BOOK NOW!!

Reviewed On 12/21/2022 by Olivia V

From the moment we toured the venue even to this day, Rose has been an absolute joy to work with. We were married at Bay View Weddings on a perfect summer day this past August and it was more than we could have ever dreamed. The team at Bay Vie...

w worked tirelessly to decorate and set up the venue in our exact vision--and then tear it all down and pack it all up neatly at the end of the night, we didn't have to lift a finger. My husband and I were at a loss for words (and even breath) when we walked into the tent for the first time on our wedding day. I cannot recommend Bay View Weddings (and Rose! and team) enough. They truly felt like family. I'd also recommend having your rehearsal dinner on the property as well, our family and friends rave about the entire wedding weekend and that's all thanks to Bay View Weddings. Thank you so much!

Reviewed On 12/18/2022 by Tineile H

Dream come true wedding for me and my wife. Absolutely gorgeous venue, amazing and helpful staff, beyond talented coordinator (Rose), and so much more. Words cannot put into words the feelings we have from our entire wedding weekend. From the ...

day of our original tour of the property and venue to the big wedding weekend was truly the best experience we could have imagined. Our rehearsal dinner within the rows of cherry trees next to the gorgeous barn was something out of a magazine. The wedding ceremony overlooking the West Grand Traverse Bay was something out of a movie. The reception with the gorgeous bar with the yard of games and views of the water was something out of a fairytale. Truly, the best wedding we could have dreamt. Our guests continue to rave about the venue property and views... A wedding we nor our guests will ever forget. Thank you Rose and staff!!!

Reviewed On 12/01/2022 by Danielle S

My husband and I were honored to call Bay View our wedding venue in May 2022. Being a couple from out of state, working with a venue and a team who we could not only count on, but trusted and enjoyed was critical. We got that and more from Rose...

and the Bay View venue! The stunning views speak for themselves and our guests continue to tell us what a perfect setting the whole property was. Aside from the nature, the tented space, bar, lighting and additional pieces were all fantastic. Throughout our planning process, Rose continued to find ways to elevate the venue and ensure the experience was perfect. When it came time to finding a rehearsal dinner venue, we ended up choosing to do it on site in the orchard because everything just felt so seamless here. Rose was quick to answer questions, provide support and did so much above and beyond on our wedding day and leading up to it. She even jumped in and got a little red wine out of my dress- an MVP to say the least! We will continue to recommend Bay View to anyone we can. Weddings can naturally be stressful and require so many details- we feel lucky to have gotten to work with this venue and these people who made us feel so comfortable and confident every step of the way. It allowed us to truly be present and celebrate together and with our loved ones. Rose and her team were generous, hospitable and kind. Choose Bay View!

Reviewed On 9/04/2022 by Laura S

BOOK NOW!! I don't even know where to start. The place speaks for itself. Gorgeous. We just had our wedding here a couple weeks ago and it was the best decision we made during the whole process. But the cherry on top of this amazing venue, i...

s Rose. She was the ultimate MVP the day of the wedding. Besides the fact that she is the sweetest human being you will ever meet, and she kindly addressed my million questions leading up to the day, she went above and beyond her duties of a day of coordinator. Flowers on the flower arch at the ceremony kept twisting out of place due to the wind; who kept trying to fix it? Rose. The catering staff we hired was lacking in many ways; who stepped up and dismissed tables and cleared plates and cut up our extra wedding cake? Rose. Who picked up our late night snack for our guests and ran other small errands throughout the night? ROSE!! This woman deserves an award. When any hiccup came along during the day she dealt with it so we could enjoy the day. I can't recommend this venue enough!!!!!

Reviewed On 8/26/2022 by Sara Z

Had our wedding here on 5/29. Absolutely the best wedding venue in the midwest. Incredible views, incredibly kind, professional, and accommodating staff. Especially Rose, that woman is so good at what she does. Able to accommodate all of our cr...

azy requests and was happy to help us create our vision. The vibes of the evening were one-of-a-kind. I will say it takes more planning to have a wedding here, since you have to bring in all your own vendors (alcohol, catering, bartending, etc.). But 100% worth it in the end if you have the time. If you are able to book a date here, do not hesitate.

Reviewed On 7/01/2022 by Amanda H

Breathtaking Views. Absolutely stunning venue. Everything we could have dreamed of & more. Rose was a phenomenal coordinator. This venue was the first & only one we physically toured/looked at. We knew the moment we got there that it was the on...

e. Nothing was going to beat it. We were able to bring our vision to life. The food, the decorations, the band, the guests, the photographers, the drinks. Everything was up to us. And it was perfect. Our day was absolutely perfect. We can not thank Rose and the Gallagher family enough for opening up their family farm & property to share with everyone. 10/10 can not recommend this venue enough.

Reviewed On 12/31/2021 by Matt R

Bay View Weddings at Gallagher Farms made our wedding dreams come true! My wife and I love Northern Michigan in the summertime, and we knew there would be no better place to join our families than Traverse City. After looking into a few venues...

one stood out as our clear favorite. Bay View Weddings. From our very first visit to the property we knew it would be an unforgettable day. The view: Wow! What better way to express our boundless love than through nature’s breathtaking grandeur? The entire farm was lovely with many ceremony location options and photo opportunities. We got shots in the apple orchards, the rustic barn, a small pondside cabin, and of course, West Bay. They even let us take engagement photos in the cherry blossoms! Rose, our wedding coordinator, was spectacular throughout the entire process. She was prompt, helpful, and passionate. All the planning and coordination was taken care of, and Rose had all the contingencies covered to ensure our day was perfect. The venue had good relationships with local vendors, which made it easy as well. Our ceremony at the Bay View Hill Top transitioned to a wonderful cocktail hour with yard games and bistro lights. The circular bar was a huge hit! Even though most of our guests were from Michigan, it felt like a destination wedding because of Traverse City’s beauty and endless recreational offerings. Each person who stepped foot on the Overlook agreed it was an unparalleled panorama. Seriously, the #1 thing we heard from people was how gorgeous the setting for our day was. We could not have imagined a more perfect ceremony and reception, and we have Bay View Weddings at Gallagher Farms to thank for that!

Reviewed On 12/30/2021 by Lynelle B

Our wedding at Bay View Weddings was an experience we will always treasure. My then fiance and I first saw this venue in early summer 2019. Rose, one of the owners of the property and our Day Of Coordinator, gave us a tour of the property and...

even though it was overcast and raining the first time we visited, we both knew immediately that we had found a very special place to get married. To us, the Bay View Wedding venue is quintessential Northern Michigan beauty at its finest! Rolling hills, stunning Bay views, a lovely cherry orchard, and a beautiful barn for our wedding party to "hide out in" taking pictures while our guests arrived to the hilltop ceremony site are just a few of this venue's assets that helped make our wedding day truly unforgettable. This venue is unique in that Rose allows you a lot of freedom in choosing your own vendors and set up design. We really enjoyed that flexibility to customize our day as that was not always the case when we visited other venues. It was easy and a pleasure to work with Rose in pre-planning meetings as she is responsive, flexible and always happy to help! Her staff set up our decorations for us at no extra charge and helped make sure all the other vendors were operating smoothly throughout the wedding day. Our original wedding date was set for 2020 but we felt the need to postpone until 2021. Rose was extremely supportive throughout that process and we were so grateful for that! Overall, the venue is one-of-a-kind beautiful, Rose and her staff were incredible helpful and diligent, and this venue allows you to customize your wedding day to shape it into YOUR perfect day! We absolutely loved it! Thank you Rose! -Lynelle and Chris

Reviewed On 12/30/2021 by Lisa C

My husband and I have always loved the traverse area and share a lot of memories together there. While camping there in the summer of 2019, we stumbled across this gem and knew instantly that it was the place for us to get married. At first gl...

ance, the views are what drew us in but the more we worked with Rose throughout the planning process, we realized that it was way more then that. Her and her family have created a beautiful place and were the sweetest people to work with. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.

Reviewed On 11/30/2021 by Chelsea N

AMAZING!!!! I found this venue on the knot over 1 year ago during the pandemic with very little reviews and photos. I made a weekend trip to visit 12 venues in 3 days of northern MI. This venue was my LAST stop because based on the little revie...

ws and photos I did not have high expectations. THIS VENUE IS GORGEOUS. I looked at all the well known wineries and very expensive wedding venues in the TC area. I can promise you this venue is more beautiful than any of the rest. The views are stunning. I was shocked they didn't have more information online until I learned they just opened as a wedding venue one year prior. Rose Gallagher was AMAZING. She was prompt in answering my many questions throughout the year and is very kind. She allowed me to store my wedding decor days prior to the wedding. She set up and decorated all of my decor and signs, which was a ton of work at no extra charge. She acted as my day of coordinator. This venue does take more work since you need to bring all of your own vendors in (caterer, linens, etc), which is to be expected for any outdoor tent venue. We were very blessed to have the perfect weather and all of our guests were blown away by the spectacular views. This venue is truly a hidden gem. I will say that you need to be prepared to do a lot of extra work throughout the year planning for any outdoor tent wedding anywhere, but if all the stars align it will be the best wedding anyone has ever been too (or if you can afford a wedding planner). I would get married here a million times if I could. Thank you Rose for being so amazing, Chelsea & Will

Reviewed On 10/06/2021 by Darcy G

Bay View Weddings was truly a dream come true venue! We’ve been working with Rose since mid-2019, as we had to postpone in 2020. She helped us through every step of the way and was a huge part in making our dream wedding come true! After our fi...

rst visit, we knew Rose was someone we wanted on our wedding team. Our guests not only commented on how beautiful the wedding venue was, but also noted how amazing Rose was! Would recommend Bay View for anyone looking for an amazing venue and team!

Response from the Vendor on 10/07/2021

Thank you so much, Darcy! You were both such a joy to work with and your wedding was absolutely beautiful! Your genuine love and kindness toward one another and your family and friends was an inspiration. It was such an honor to share in your b...

reathtaking special day. It was a dream come true! Best wishes to you both for an amazing happily ever after!

Reviewed On 8/13/2020 by Brittany K

If you are looking for a venue that has breath taking views and a very accommodating wedding coordinator & staff? Stop your search now, this is the place. Rose Gallagher and her amazing family property strive to satisfy the needs of every coup...

le. My husband and I had our ceremony & reception at Bay View Weddings on 8/8/20. Being a 2020 COVID bride wasn’t the easiest or most positive experience. Rose worked with every request we had and kept a positive can do attitude through the whole year we planned our wedding. I could go on and on. We were truly impressed and 110% happy with how our special day turned out. I highly recommend Rose and Bay View Weddings.

Response from the Vendor on 08/13/2020

Thank you for your kind words, Brittany! It was such an honor collaborating with you and to share in the joy of your special day! You are such wonderful people and it was an amazing day to celebrate your love. The double rainbow was an incredib...

le start to your beautiful future together! We are so happy for you and our very best wishes to you both!

Reviewed On 11/30/2019 by Ashley A

This place is absolutely beautiful. Rose is kind, thorough, and so wonderful to work with. We are beyond thrilled to be getting married here!

Response from the Vendor on 12/01/2019

Thank you for your kind words, Ashley! You and Derek have been a wonderful couple to work with and I love your story about having the "this is it" moment at our venue as it is such an honor to be thought of in this way for your wedding. :) We a...

re so excited to be a part of your special day!

Contact Info for Bay View Weddings at Gallagher Farms

8629 E. Lincoln Road, Cedar, MI

(231) 645-2732

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