PALMER HOUSE STABLE weddings & all life's events

Eastern Iowa Western Illinois

$900 starting price

151-200 guest capacity

This venue can host up to 200 guests

About this vendor

Rehearsal, Ceremony, Reception and Boutique Hotel

The Palmer House Stable is a rustic-chic wedding venue in downtown Solon, IA, just 15 minutes from Iowa City and 17 minutes from Cedar Rapids. This versatile event space dates back to 1838. It features wood ceilings, exposed beams, and industrial-style lighting, together with all the comforts and conveniences you need to celebrate your special day in style. Palmer House Stable is your one-stop shop for all wedding festivities, including engagement parties, wedding parties, and rehearsals. Host your wedding ceremony indoors or outdoors, your reception, and a goodbye Sunday brunch all in one place! We offer boutique overnight accommodations just a 1/2 block away at The Literary Hotel, with a wedding suite, bunk room, and king suites. Our team is happy to work with you to design an experience that reflects your unique style and vision. You can relax by the bonfire into the early morning hours and then retire to the luxurious Hayloft Suite or the fabulous Literary Hotel just 1/2 block away. Just tell the Palmer House Stable team what you want, and they’ll take care of all the details. Outside vendors are always welcome. We look forward to speaking with you!

Pricing details

Starting prices

Reception:

$900

Ceremony:

$900

Bar services:

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Catering:

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Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees. Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is Mar-Oct.

Amenities + details

Ceremony Area

Covered Outdoors Space

Dressing Room

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

Liability Insurance

On-Site Accommodations

Outdoor Event Space

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

Business Attributes

LGBTQ+-owned Business
Native American-owned Business
Woman-owned Business

Ceremony Types

Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony

Guest Capacity

Up to 200

Settings

Barn
Historic Venue
Loft
Tented

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks
Bar Rental
Cakes & Desserts
Cupcakes
Other Desserts
Destination Weddings

4.7

out of 5.0

7 reviews

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11/03/2023 • Megan K

The space is beautiful and it was great to have a bunch of storage decorations to choose from for free to add to the decor we bought. It was also nice that we could hire any vendors we wanted, bring in soda and water to provide for free, and set up all day the day before. However, the owner is very disorganized. He lost the charge cord for the microphone and had to go buy one the day before, the downstairs bathroom was floor was flooding with water and all he does is suck it up instead of fixing the problem, he said the space for the guys to get ready was available but it was a construction zone, etc. He really needs to hire a venue manager, because he does not have the skills for that. He also co-owns the Literary Hotel in Solon, which was a nightmare in itself to deal with!

Response from the Vendor on 10/08/2024

Megan, I wouldn't call it "disorganized" it was more reactive to situations and dealing with them in an orderly manner.

10/13/2021 • Jade B

We recently had our wedding at Palmer House, and it was a fabulous experience! Al and his staff were extremely helpful and accommodating, and worked with us to make our day exactly what we wanted. The venue itself is lovely; it has a rustic chic charm, and it was easy to decorate to make our wedding beautiful. We had much of the wedding outside, and the backdrop of the stonework on the building looks great in photos. We also used the loft for bridesmaids to get ready, and we stayed in the loft after the event. This was really convenient, plus the loft is truly beautiful! Al and his staff were wonderful. They answered all of our questions (even when they seemed out of left field), and worked to meet all of our requests. Al is clearly passionate about finding solutions to meet people's needs. He helped us work through any issues that arose, like an ornery caterer, and went out of his way to ensure we were happy and could have the day that we wanted. He also was happy to work with us to come up with strategies to maintain COVID safety, which we greatly appreciated! Overall, it was exceptional service, and we highly recommend Palmer. Also, special shout-out to Louie!

Response from the Vendor on 10/13/2021

Thanks Jade and Keith you were great to work with and I enjoyed every minute from our first tour to you coming back to pick up forgotten items. You were 257th wedding here and I have to say one of the best! We only have great wedding parties h...

ere, oh and meeting your dad was an unexpected treat!

10/09/2019 • Stephanie W

After photographing many weddings here, this is one of my favorite venues in the area! The staff always plays a huge role in making my bride and grooms wedding day a success. The Palmer House has a cozy earthy feel which makes this venue so unique! From the natural colors of the brick to the warmth of the landscape, you will love it here! If you’re looking for the perfect place to get married - this needs to be on your list!!!

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6/17/2019 • Chelsey S

Al was such a pleasure to work with leading up to our wedding and on our wedding day. The Palmer House Stable is such a unique and beautiful venue. The Stable had a beautiful loft upstairs where the bridal party can get ready on the day of. I would highly recommend the Stable for your wedding and/or reception!

3/24/2019 • Tina T

The venue has historic charm and beauty - it needs very little additional decorations to make a truly amazing wedding. The owner - Al - is always there to help and make sure everything runs smoothly. We couldn’t be happier with how the weekend went!

Response from the Vendor on 03/25/2019

I keep saying I have the very best wedding groups and Tina and Chris are at the top! Everyone involved gave their very best and deserve recognition Soiree Wedding Planner, Makeup Beauty By Melissa , Blend Catering Andie Deutmeyer Vic Kuper, Un...

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11/28/2018 • Claudia P

Al did a great job from the very first day. Showing the venue, answering ALL of our questions, and being in touch with any issues we could think of after booking. He always replied promptly, efficiently, and most importantly, in great spirit. The day of, he was extremely helpful and made sure the place looked its best. I cannot recommend this place enough. Not only it is a beautiful venue for any event, but Al makes it easier!

Response from the Vendor on 11/28/2018

awwwww shucks thank you for the kind words and compliments I enjoyed being a small part of your fantastic wedding day. Getting to know both families tells me that you and Jason will do just fine together I wish you the very best! Now being a me...

mber of The Stable Family, you can enjoy discounts on future events (Baby Showers, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Family events) discounts only in price but always guaranteed our 5-star service.

11/06/2018 • Rebecca L

We absolutely loved this venue! It had EVERYTHING we needed all in one! There are so many ways to use this space making it versatile as well as the beautiful structure leaving the decorating to be minimal. The owner was also fantastic to work with. I highly recommend using this gorgeous space!

Contact

200 East Main St, Solon, IA | Eastern Iowa Western Illinois

(319) 400-2908

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Meet the team

Al Wells

Owner

I love what I do! My background is custom homebuilding and Realtor where taking care of my client was always #1! My attention to details and being transparent are my signature. Same here at The Palmer House Stable all 354 weddings we have had since 2013 have been fun and simple and the wedding groups become family to me. There isn't a thing I won't do to make sure your wedding and guests have an experience they will remember for years to come. On your wedding day I have a tradition of treating the bride as if she was my own daughter and assuring her a smooth no stress day.

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