Where Intimate Celebrations Meet Timeless Elegance
Southeast Wisconsin - Madison, Milwaukee
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Holds ceremonies and receptions
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Kari & Mark Barbar
OWNERS, WEDDING PLANNER & EXECUTIVE CHEF
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If you're envisioning an intimate wedding celebration with 50 of your closest friends and family, Hamilton House in Whitewater, WI, offers the perfect setting at an enchanting venue. This stunning property sets the stage for an elegant evening, where beautiful surroundings, exceptional cuisine, and a warm, inviting atmosphere come together to create an unforgettable experience.
We only host one wedding each week and limit our weddings to 10 per year to give our couples our special, personalized attention.
We offer 3 Ceremony Locations: Outdoor, Indoor, and at a nearby church.
Outdoor Garden Gazebo Ceremony:
Begin your forever beneath our storybook garden gazebo, tucked beside our Victorian mansion, where every moment feels intimate, magical, and timeless.
Picture your guests strolling along the path toward our beautiful outdoor gazebo garden. Elegant Chiavari chairs line the walkway, offering comfortable seating shaded by the house and surrounding trees. As soft natural light filters through the greenery, you exchange your vows beneath the gazebo, surrounded by your wedding party and the timeless beauty of the setting.
Formal Parlor Ceremony:
Celebrate your love with an elegant indoor ceremony in our Formal Parlor with crystal chandeliers and soft live piano or violin music fills the room—or your favorite music played through our premium Bose sound system—creating an intimate atmosphere for your vows.
Church Ceremony:
Just across the street from Hamilton House, First English Lutheran Church provides a timeless setting for a religious ceremony, complete with the rich sound of a traditional pipe organ.
Reception:
Envision an elegant five-course dining experience in our stunning parlor, where sparkling crystal chandeliers cast a warm glow over candlelit tables set with fine crystal glassware. The photograph shown features an intimate table arranged for 20 guests, while two beautifully connected parlors together provide spacious seating for up to 50 guests.
During cocktail hour, our piano bar provides a charming backdrop, delighting your guests while you and your photographer capture those unforgettable moments. After dinner, it transforms into a dance floor where every step is filled with love, and the magic of the evening comes alive.
All furnishings and décor are thoughtfully curated and included in the venue fee.
Dressing Rooms:
Some of the most treasured moments of your wedding day happen while getting ready with your closest friends and family.
The entire lower level is yours to enjoy, providing a private, relaxed 1500 sq ft. space to share laughter, memories, and anticipation. A dedicated hair and makeup salon awaits the ladies, alongside a lounge with a 7-foot mirror, perfect for that unforgettable moment of slipping into your gown.
The wedding party can also unwind in our fun game room, complete with a poker table, 55-inch TV, electric fireplace, and kitchenette for snacks & drinks throughout the day.
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Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Historic Venue
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Bar Rental
Cakes & Desserts
Cupcakes
Other Desserts
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Meet the team
Kari & Mark Barbar
Owners, Wedding Planner & Executive Chef
With over a decade of experience creating unforgettable weddings, we’ve discovered the true magic of celebrating love. Kari is your dedicated planner, weaving every detail into a seamless, personal experience, while Mark, our executive chef, crafts meals that delight the senses and bring people together around the table.
After years in corporate life, international adventures, and a rewarding chapter as a school principal, we opened our first venue together—and instantly fell in love with the joy of hosting weddings. Our second venue, Pilot Mountain Vineyards in North Carolina, was a 30-acre vineyard where we had the honor of celebrating 40 weddings a year. It was there that we realized our hearts belong to smaller, more intimate gatherings, where every detail can feel personal and every moment can be savored.
Now in Wisconsin, we are thrilled to welcome you to Hamilton House. With its romantic, historic charm, it’s the perfect place for intimate weddings filled with love, laughter, and memories that linger long after the last toast. We can’t wait to help you bring your dream day to life.
We look forward to personally showing you the wedding venue and helping you envision your beautiful celebration,
Kari & Mark
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Where Intimate Wedding Celebrations meet Timeless Elegance. If you are having a small wedding (50 guests) this is a perfect venue for you!
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