We are a Wedding and Event Venue in a wooded area in Central Michigan where anything is possible! There is the opportunity to have guests stay overnight in the Lodge and Campground for up to 5days/4nights. Inside wedding venue, outside wedding space, with reception indoors or outdoors. Want to be in the woods for your wedding? You can do that here! Want to begin the celebration early, like Wednesday? You can do that here! Want an outdoor wedding with a pork(pig) roast at the reception? You can have that here! Give us a call to discuss all option.
Woman-owned Business
Speaks English
Small team (2-10 members)
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Barn
Garden
Historic Venue
Park
Tented
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Destination Wedding Planning
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
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Pat Hill 5.0
4/19/26
A sweet homey spot for good food and fast service. I'll definitely go again when I'm back in town!
Dave Belknap 5.0
10/24/24
Though I’ve known about it for 15, this is the first time I’ve finally stopped in for breakfast. Tucked away in a side road not far from the end of 28th Street makes for a nice not so out of the way location.
Inside is a quaint rustic vibe. Wel...
l kept and just enough decor makes for a warm environment. The dining area has a two seating areas, with both being about equal in size. They have a case with a small selection of baked goods, which likely offers more selections during the Summer and Holiday seasons.
Staff is constantly on the move, and always pleasant. My waitress did commendable at keeping my coffee refreshed (and very hot) while waiting for breakfast to arrive. They serve fresh cream with and have the usual sweetener option packets at the table should you want.
Seeing the kitchen was serving both sides, and about twenty guests when I arrived, the wait time was average (about 10 minutes) for my food to arrive. The omelette I chose was nicely prepared. They were not skimpy on any of the ingredients making it a great value. They also were cooked just enough to have a nice texture. If you are used to typical roadside diners you may find the veggies a little watery. This is not a complaint as I thoroughly enjoyed all of my omelette before delighting in the sourdough toast. The eggs were prepared clean and had no hint of being overly oiled or buttered in their cooking. The toast had a nice crispness, was not burnt, and lightly buttered on one side. Jam at the table was the standard 1/2 oz prepackaged variety, but other options were available (like cream cheese) for a nominal charge.
In short, this is a nice stop and I would not hesitate bringing family, clients, or friends for a meal.
Mandy Fox 5.0
3/07/26
My son and I stopped in for breakfast on Saturday 3/7. While there was quite the delay to get our food, our server was extremely pleasant, a very personable young man, very hospitable (his name is Cole). There was a little "mishap" with the ome...
let I ordered, but the Manager (very kind blonde woman) had the cook remake it immediately and it was AMAZINGLY good! Their ingredients are obviously fresh and the cook did a great job putting it together. The Manager even had my omelet removed from the bill due to the mishap, although that was not necessary. Will always choose The Gathering Place when in the area- thank you to the staff for being so accommodating, gracious and hospitable!
Aaron Lehrman 5.0
1/13/26
Wonderful restaurant and a great burger.
- Deluxe Brisket-Burger - $14: The almost half-pound (7oz) patty was higher quality, juicy, and cooked perfectly. The Muenster cheese was recommended and an excellent choice for most American tastes. Th...
e toppings were a little wet, but fresh. The sauces were forgotten, but brought out after I asked. The bun was toasted and fairly good. Overall, I loved it.
- Chips (came with the meal): Standard. Probably from a store bought bag.
- Tossed Salad (came with the meal): Small, but packed. The dressings selection is huge and some are homemade by them. The ranch was good, but a little on the liquidy side.
- Service: Helpful and engaging staff. Reasonably quick.
- Atmosphere: Old country-like dining with a warm and inviting atmosphere. Wood tables and chairs, seating for two or four at each table. The building was a grocery store converted in 1988 into what it is today. Its history is humble but spanning many years.
- Conclusion: It is a must for many reasons. The burger is one of them.
Visited on a Saturday at 1pm.
Fred Malawski 5.0
5/20/26
It’s a nice place for a tasty breakfast. Food was hot and coffee was served freshly made. A little off the beaten path, but a nice place to visit.
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