Discounting remaining 2025 dates!!
$3,000 starting price
North Metro, Minneapolis MN
Service area
251 to 300 guests
Holds ceremonies and receptions
AWARD WINNER (10X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
The Refuge Golf Club and Wedding Venue is a beautiful event space in Oak Grove, MN. Christa & Lisa are our on-site wedding coordinators. Between the two of them they have 12+ years planning events and weddings. They have coordinated at least 500 weddings over the years. Knowing they have a wide range of experience in the field will ensure you have a well-executed event!
We are currently offering 50% off room fees on all remaining 2025 dates!
Our beautiful clubhouse features scenic views, a large (private) completely covered patio for your social hour, a full-service banquet kitchen and bar, a large dance floor, tables, chairs, custom table linens, a wedding suite, fire pit, and all the special items you need.
For on-site ceremonies, you can choose between the pavilion or the patio. While the pavilion is set against a lush green lawn surrounded by beautiful mature trees and seasonal flowers, the patio overlooks our 18th hole and provides shelter in case of rain. We also offer an indoor cozy fireplace setting for winter ceremonies!
Come check out our NEWLY REMODELED, larger, upscale bridal suite!
We can't wait to meet you and tell you more about all we have to offer!
Be sure to check out the gallery for an exclusive 360° Virtual Tour, and experience the breathtaking beauty of The Refuge Golf Club today!
Woman-owned Business
+23 years in business
Speaks English
2 team members
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception:
$5,500
Ceremony:
$900
Bar services:
$1 per person
Catering:
Contact for price
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 Sept-Oct.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
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
Ballroom
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Country Club
Garden
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Food & Catering
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Reviews
4.9
out of 5.0105 reviews
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Review Summary
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The Refuge Golf Club is highly praised by multiple reviewers for its stunning venue, delicious food, and exceptional service. Multiple couples express their satisfaction with the beautiful grounds, flexibility in ceremony locations, and the helpfulness of their coordinators like Lisa and Christa. The in-house catering receives compliments, along with the affordability compared to other venues. The attention to detail, seamless execution, and accommodating staff make The Refuge a top recommendation for wedding events.Review photos
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Emily T
5.0
12/14/2024
The Refuge Golf Club could not have been more perfect for our wedding day! We were beyond happy with everything! They have food and beverages all in-house, as well as various other decor options you can utilize! The venue itself is STUNNING and has so many great photo backdrops! Lisa, our coordinator at The Refuge, was so helpful, supportive, timely, professional, and truly went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for our special day. We could not have been happier, definitely recommend the venue!
response 12/15/2024
OMG!! You 2 are flawless, and you don't even look cold...that darn wind did not stop you f...
rom having a beautiful day!! Thank you so much for your generous review, I loved working with you both! We appreciate you trusting us with such an important moment.
Cheers
Lisa
Jenna D
5.0
12/08/2024
The Refuge was the most perfect place for our wedding, the bridal suite was private for the girls and I to hang out and eat lunch. The garden was decorated so nice for the fall. Christa communicated with us from the first day to the end of our wedding night.
response 12/10/2024
Thank you, Jenna! It was so fun to be a part of your big day! I hope married life is treat...
ing you well! - Christa
Any questions?
Abby H
5.0
11/16/2024
We could not have been happier with having our wedding ceremony and reception at the Refuge! First, the grounds and banquet hall are beautiful! We were taken in by them the moment we arrived for the tour. And, we really appreciated the flexibility of multiple ceremony locations that could work with all kinds of weather. (We had a smaller guest count, under 100, and we didn't have to confirm the location till 2 hours before the ceremony!) Second, the support from Lisa, the wedding coordinator, was invaluable! She is so helpful and knowledgeable. In the lead up to the big day, Lisa was great in clearly communicating details and what was needed, as well as answering any questions. And on the day of, she played a huge pretty in making it run smoothly. It all went off without a hitch and we were just able to enjoy the day! She made wedding planning so much less stressful. (I had three older siblings who married before me, and my parents both commented on how incredibly helpful the Refuge's support and coordination were.) And finally, the food was delicious! It was a big plus for us to not have to hire and manage another vendor for catering. (Also, I didn't get a chance to taste it, but the guests all raved about the hot chocolate bar!) Thank you, Lisa and Refuge team, for helping to make our wedding so perfect and magical!
response 11/19/2024
Thank you so much for your generous review, Abby + Adam! You 2 were just delightful to wor...
k with. I am so happy to hear that we helped make your day one you will never forget.
Wishing you both nothing but love + laughter,
Lisa
Erin T
5.0
9/17/2024
The Refuge was an absolute dream wedding venue. From our coordinator, Lisa, to the amazingly well kept golf course. This venue was gorgeous with vaulted ceilings, a huge dance floor, and great bar. If I could do it all again, I would do it at The Refuge!
response 09/17/2024
Thank you so much, Erin!! You and Cole were amazing to work with. So glad we could make yo...
ur wedding day memorable!!
Cheers-
Lisa
Emma S
4.0
7/29/2024
Lisa was very knowledgeable and direct with information and made it us feel trusted and respected during our day and with all the things we needed to make our day unique to us
Brooke H
5.0
7/26/2024
Beautiful venue and far more affordable than any of the other place I looked at. We got married here in June and received SO many compliments from guests about how beautiful the venue was and how great the food was. Lisa was our venue coordinator and was super responsive, knowledgeable, and very helpful throughout the entire process.
response 07/27/2024
Thank you so much for your generous review, Brooke! You and Blair were a delight to work w...
ith :)
Cheers- Lisa
Teanna T
5.0
7/09/2024
The refuge was amazing for our wedding!
response 07/09/2024
Thank you Teanna!! Your day was beautiful! Best wishes on a lifetime of happiness! -Christ...
a
Erika M
5.0
6/22/2024
Incredible experience from start to finish. Beautiful, scenic golf club with beautiful landscaping! Food was fantastic—we got so many compliments! Christa, venue coordinator, was OUTSTANDING (organized, attentive and detail-oriented). We have literally zero complaints!
response 06/27/2024
Thank you, Erika! You two were a fantastic couple to work with- I'm so happy I could help ...
you plan your perfect day! - Christa
Lindsey Z
5.0
6/01/2024
Guests said the food was great and the venue did a great job having everything we needed set up. They made our wedding truly special!
response 06/02/2024
Thank you so much, Lindsey!! I loved working with you and Lucas. I really appreciate you t...
aking the time to review us <3
Cheers! Lisa
Shannon C
5.0
5/29/2024
We loved The Refuge! We worked with Lisa and she was able to help us with anything we needed and answer all our questions in a timely fashion. The process of wedding planning and preparations prior to the wedding day and on the wedding day were so easy! It is a beautiful venue with excellent and attentive staff who strived to make our wedding day perfect for us! Highly recommend!
response 05/31/2024
Thank you for the generous review, Shannon & Dan! I loved working with you and am wishing ...
you 2 nothing but the best. Cheers- Lisa
Emily G
5.0
5/23/2024
The Refuge was such a pleasure to work with for our wedding reception. They were straight forward in communicating details, professional, understanding and helpful. When it all comes together on the wedding day, it's all even better than we expected. Lisa goes above and beyond in preparation. The setting is beautiful and the food was delicious!
response 05/29/2024
Thank you so much, Emily! I loved working with you and Jake. Wishing you 2 nothing but the...
best.
Cheers-Lisa
Jennifer Y
5.0
1/13/2024
Beautiful venue with great service.
response 03/21/2024
Thank you, Jennifer! I really appreciate you taking the time to review us. You and CheeNou...
were wonderful to work with!
Cheers!
Lisa
Addie W
5.0
12/20/2023
Lisa was so helpful and made the experience wonderful. From the tour of the venue to the big day, she was there for any questions and to help in any way! The venue catering staff were also amazing. We had so many compliments on the food, and service. It was an easy choice of venue, a great package deal, and honesty on what prices are and creating a unique package specific to your wants and needs for your special day. The Refuge also shares recommendations for other vendors they've worked with in the past, we used a couple of them which made the process so easy. Again, Lisa was amazing along with the catering staff. Can't say enough good things, and wish we could have a replay of our special day!
response 12/20/2023
Thank you so much Addie & Taylor!! Your wedding was seriously so beautiful, I am so gratef...
ul to have been of service. Thank you for trusting me and my team.
warmly, Lisa
Christoher B
5.0
12/01/2023
Our wedding day was perfect and effortless!!! Thanks to the absolutely fantastic staff and service we never had to worry about a thing. From initial planning to our actual wedding day Lisa helped us every step of the way. The Refuge Golf club had everything taken care of and for a very affordable price(relatively speaking) we feel they have amazing value. The venue was cozy and perfect. The food options are plentiful and absolutely delicious. We were most thrilled and very happy with the excellent service from all the kitchen staff! Thanks to Lisa and her Excellent planning we didn't have to worry and nothing was missed at all. Highly recommend!!!
response 12/05/2023
Thank you so much, Chris!! I hope you and Molly are doing well 🤍 I appreciate you taking ...
the time to review. Merry Christmas ❤️ Lisa
Jessica S
5.0
11/29/2023
We recently were married at the Refuge on November 10. It was a shorter engagement and a smaller wedding. Lisa at the Refuge was amazing, and I booked this venue due to her. She is responsive, knowledgeable, and wonderful to work with. The day of the event she made everything seamless from beginning to end. My guests raved about the food, a few guests saying the steak was one of the best they ever had. The bartender was amazing, and did a great job taking care of our family and loved ones. Overall, I would 100% recommend the Refuge to anyone looking for that special touch!!
response 12/05/2023
Thank you, Jessica! You, Aaron and fam were a joy to work with! I truly appreciate you tak...
ing the time to review your experience with us. I wish you all a lifetime of love and happiness.
Cheers 🥂 Lisa
James M
5.0
10/09/2023
We couldn't have asked for much more during our wedding at The Refuge. Our coordinator, Lisa, was amazing with very quickly answering all of our questions before the event (and there were a lot!) and also with helping us decide on the best ways to remain within our budget. The grounds are absolutely beautiful and our photos were definitely enhanced by the beautiful scenery.
response 10/12/2023
Thank you so much!! Your day was lovely and it was a joy to work with you 2!
Cheers!
Lisa
Alaina G
5.0
9/24/2023
The Refuge was a great place to get married! The staff were so upfront about everything from the beginning. We talked about prices, available dates, and rain options all at the tour. We toured other places but were immediately taken in by their honesty and support. All of the staff there were amazing! We worked with Lisa as our coordinator and she was great to answer all of our questions leading up to the day - and we had a lot of them! They were easy to communicate with and we always got quick responses. We brought up possible ideas and scenarios and they made us feel comfortable while also giving their honest feedback and suggestions. They have done this so many times and seen it all so there isn't much that will phase them. We got so many compliments on the food and the overall service from the waitstaff and bartenders. The space itself was exactly what we needed with the ceremony under the gazeebo only a few steps from the main building. The flowers and overall landscape of the whole property was so beautiful and made for some amazing pictures. We got a perfect sunny day and the giant windows in the reception hall brought in so much light! We also asked for the string lights to be hung from the beams and they were also gorgeous. We had one small hiccup on the day where the photobooth we rented from them wasn't working properly. Lisa took it upon herself to tell us and find a new vendor if we approved. She found one the SAME DAY and made sure they had a meal and a seat. That could have been a huge bummer but she fixed the problem for us! They only have 1 getting ready room at the venue so we decided to get mostly ready off site and then just get dressed at the venue. The outside firepit and porch/tables were very appreciated by our guests so they had somewhere to be if they didn't want to be inside with the music all night. We brought corn hole to set up on the porch and it was a hit! Overall we would highly recommend this venue to anyone who wants amazing service and food at a beautiful venue for a price that was hard to find around the Twin Cities.
response 10/12/2023
Thank you so much for trusting us to make your wedding day one you will always remember! I...
’m wishing you and Joe nothing but love and happiness 🤍
Cheers!
Lisa
Maddie V
5.0
9/20/2023
Such an amazing experience getting married here! Lisa is just absolutely amazing to work with. Food was amazing, bartenders were great and venue is beautiful!
response 09/21/2023
Thank you so much, Maddie! You and Dustin were a joy to work with. I wish you 2 nothing bu...
t the best!!
Cheers
Lisa
Dani K
5.0
8/21/2023
Working with Christa at the Refuge was wonderful, she was so knowledgeable and willing to help in literally every single way possible. So beyond happy I chose the Refuge for our special day.
Erika D
5.0
8/08/2023
The Refuge Golf Club was an amazing venue! It was beautiful and reasonably priced! The service was great we had a little over 200 people and they got the food out so quickly and it tasted wonderful! The outdoor options and indoor are both great! We got married outside on the lawn and it was perfect! We highly highly recommend!!
Nicole J
5.0
6/07/2023
Lisa and the whole team at The Refuge Golf Club was amazing! Lisa was so professional, organized, and answered any and all questions I had so timely! She really made things easy in what can be a super stressful time. The Venue itself is so beautiful, it didn't require a ton of decor, and I was able to keep my decor minimal and simple. They had great options for food, and we received many compliments on the food and service! 100% recommend using the Refuge for your wedding!
response 09/21/2023
Thank you, Nicole!! I truly appreciate your generous review. I am sorry I didn't see this ...
sooner!
Cheers!
Lisa
Annika N
5.0
5/31/2023
We got married at the Refuge in May! The flowers on site were in bloom so really didn’t need much decor outside. It was naturally beautiful!! We had great communication with Christa especially through all our many dumb last minute questions. Everyone loved the meal AND the late night nachos! The venue was gorgeous! We couldn’t have had a better day!
response 07/25/2023
Thank you, Annie! You were a joy to work with! Congratulations! -Christa
Nik and Alyssa B
5.0
5/30/2023
Highly recommend using the Refuge for your wedding! The venue is beautiful, the food was SO good, and Lisa is amazing to work with. We thought the pricing was super reasonable as well! From the initial planning to the day of, we were relatively stress free knowing we had Lisa's help to make sure the day went off without a hitch. You won't regret checking out the Refuge for your big day :)
response 05/30/2023
Thank you so much, Alyssa & Nik! I appreciate you taking the time to review us! You 2 were...
lovely to work with. I am happy I was able to help make your day as stress free as possible, that is my main goal.
Wishing you all the best!!
Cheers,
Lisa
Raelyn S
5.0
5/17/2023
This venue is so naturally pretty! From the wood ceilings, the fireplace, all the way down to the chairs around the tables! It's so pretty year around. The food was AMAZING! Highly recommend the meat table with the prime rib. Lisa was our venue coordinator and she was so helpful and with me every step of the day including during the wedding day! She is so accommodating and works hard to make sure your day is exactly how you want it!
response 05/19/2023
Thank you so much Raelyn & Mike for the wonderful review! I loved working with you to make...
your day truly memorable. We are wishing you health + happiness!
Cheers!
Lisa
Sydnee K
5.0
5/14/2023
Super flexible, easy to contact and extremely helpful staff :) Christa was my saving grace throughout the whole process! Venue is beautiful and all our guests loved it. Indoor and outdoor spaces make it perfect for everyone’s taste. Covered outdoor spaces helped us take amazing photos on our rainy wedding day!
response 07/25/2023
The rain only added to your beautiful day- what fun pictures you were able to get! I loved...
working with all of you! Best wishes! - Christa
Emily M
5.0
3/30/2023
The Refuge Golf Club is a gorgeous wedding venue and from our first visit we could tell this was where we were meant to get married! We received many compliments from guests on how beautiful the venue was and how smoothly everything went. We got married in March and the venue was perfect. There were so many great places for photos both inside and outside. Lisa, the wedding coordinator, was truly amazing and so helpful during the whole planning process, as well as on the wedding day. She was a lifesaver and went above and beyond to make sure our day went smoothly. Lastly, the food was amazing! We received many compliments from our guests on how delicious the food was! I would highly recommend getting married at the Refuge!
response 03/30/2023
Thank you so much for your review, Emily & Zach! We were very happy to host your wedding c...
eremony & reception! I loved working with you 2 and am truly wishing you a lifetime of happiness.
Warmly,
Lisa & The Refuge Team
Kayla B
5.0
2/22/2023
The Refuge Golf Club was the perfect place for our winter wedding in 2023. The staff was extremely helpful throughout our whole year of planning and was always able to answer or questions or point us in the right direction.
The Refuge has amazing food and all of our guests were thrilled. They allowed us to bring in all our own centerpieces and decor, making it a dream come true! We were able to go to the venue the day before to set up which took a lot of stress off of the wedding day.
We loved our experience with The Refuge and would reccomended it to anyone looking for a rustic, whimsical, and beautfiul venue! A special thank you to Lisa for all of her time and efforts helping us plan the perfect day!
response 02/23/2023
Thank you so much for trusting us to help make your day one you will never forget!! You an...
d Tyler were such a joy to work with, I wish you both a lifetime of happiness!!
💖 Lisa
Willa O
5.0
2/21/2023
We absolutely loved working with The Refuge for our February 2023 wedding. We received so many compliments on the venues natural beauty. Christa was our coordinator and was THE BEST to work with. So quick with communication and so kind and accommodating. All of the staff was wonderful, the bartender was great, everything was exactly the way we hoped for!
response 05/02/2023
Thank you, Willa! You were a joy to work with! Congratulations! -Christa
Sydney S
5.0
1/07/2023
Such kind staff who were so helpful!
response 05/02/2023
Thanks Sydney! We loved hosting your winter wedding! -Christa
Natalie M
5.0
12/22/2022
We decided the Refuge Golf Club was a great spot for us to host our wedding back in September. Krista made things SO easy as she pretty much doubled as an event coordinator and I couldn't be happier with the turn out. The weather was unpredictable as it rained all morning but turned out to be a sunny warm day. The one thing I would recommend to anyone getting married here is the utilize all of the linen options they have! It was great to choose colors beforehand. I also hired a day of coordinator for just setting up decor and taking it down, that was by far the best decision I had made. Danielle Swanson Events is fantastic for that and very reasonable. The food was great! We chose the mango salsa pork chop and the sirloin steak. CHOOSE two potatoes, we did roasted and mashed and man they were both amazing. All in all, this is a GREAT place to get married.
response 05/02/2023
So happy you had the best day! It was a beautiful day! -Christa
Jenna J
5.0
12/20/2022
Absolutely loved this wedding venue. Not only beautiful, but great food and amazing service. We had so many guests love the ice cream bar that we decided to have! We had help the entire process and it was very easy to get in contact with them for any questions or changes that needed to be made.
response 05/02/2023
Thank you, Jenna! The ice cream bar is always a big hit! We are so happy your guests loved...
it! -Christa
Amanda T
5.0
12/04/2022
This venue was spectacular!! Our Coordinator Christa was amazing! she was always quick to respond to any questions or concerns we had and made sure the big day went smoothly! We had so many rave reviews from family and friends that the place, the food, the staff was nothing short of amazing. They absolutely made my day extra special.
response 12/06/2022
Thanks so much, Amanda! I am so happy your day was everything you hoped for! Best wishes i...
n this new adventure of marriage! -Christa
Jess D
5.0
11/14/2022
Beautiful place! Our day was perfect! Christa was excellent to work with. Very accommodating and professional! The food was amazing. I heard from several of our guest that the was the best food they have had at a wedding. Highly recommend.
response 12/02/2022
Thanks Jess! So happy you had the perfect day! Congratulations! -Christa
Greta N
5.0
10/25/2022
I can't recommend The Refuge Golf Club enough! Our ceremony was at a church so my review is based on the reception but they do offer a ceremony option as well.
We had Lisa Morin as our wedding coordinator. She was amazing to work with! She has background and experience and it showed! She was so helpful and gave us a lot of insight on various things that we would have never thought of while we were planning. During the reception, she noticed our desserts were going and went ahead and saved us one of our special pumpkin cookies to bring home, it was so thoughtful!
The Refuge Golf Club itself is gorgeous! Even with minimal decorating it looks beautiful. There is plenty of parking and space both inside & outside. We brought yard games to keep kids busy & it worked great! The bon fire was also a huge hit, it was nice for a chilly fall night. The food though, the food was amazing! We went with plated dinners (oven roasted chicken, apple mango pork chop & fettuccini alfredo (vegetarian)). Our guests kept coming up to us throughout the night and telling us how great their food was. The chicken and pork chop were moist & juicy, lots of flavors. The mashed potatoes & green beans were hot- no one was served a cold meal (175 people) & the alfredo was a generous serving. I felt the pricing per plate was very affordable compared to other venues we looked at. We had appetizers and late night snacks as well -both were a hit with the guests & everyone loved them.
Another thing I really appreciated about our experience with working with The Refuge was that we were able to decorate the Friday before the wedding. Lisa reached out, let us know that there were no weddings or events planned for Friday so we could come decorate the venue if we wanted to. It was a huge stress reliever - I was able to help decorate it and didn't have to leave it up to someone else to do. They didn't have to let us come in a day early but they did and it meant a lot to us. I'm not sure how often this happens, but I really appreciated being offered. As I said earlier, we didn't have our ceremony there but we were still able to use the bridal suite. It's a nice, quiet, and private area with it's own bathroom! We and the bridal party were able to keep our personal belongings there without worry someone may get into it. It also provided a nice escape for when we just needed to catch out breath (we're introverts).
Overall, we had a great experience and I would recommend The Refuge Golf Club to everyone looking for a beautiful, reliable, picture perfect venue.
response 10/29/2022
Thank YOU so much for trusting us to make your wedding day extra special!! You 2 were a jo...
y to work with and made my job a breeze! We are wishing you and Dustin a lifetime of happiness! Be sure to send me some photos
Warmest Regards,
Lisa
Caitlin R
5.0
10/07/2022
The Refuge could not have been a more perfect venue for our day! Everything about it is beautiful - the outdoor ceremony space lined with mauve hydrangeas, the timbers and floor to ceiling stone fireplace, natural wood chairs in the reception hall, just the whole look as you drive up! But on top of that the food was amazing! We were told by many that it was some of the best wedding food they’d had. No dry chicken complaints and everything seemed very fresh! Even beyond all of that you will not find a better staff to work with! We worked with Christa who is just a rockstar coordinator. She is unbelievably responsive and willing to work with you on anything to make your day perfect! She kept our day running smoothly and if there were any hiccups we didn’t know!
response 10/31/2022
Thank you so much, Caitlin! Your wedding was absolutely beautiful! It was my pleasure to h...
elp you both with your big day! - Christa
Lindsay I
5.0
9/23/2022
The Refuge was absolutely perfect for our wedding. We have nothing bad to say. Our day went very smooth and Christa was attentive throughout the entire process. They are very upfront about what is included and don’t try to nickel and dime you for every little thing. They communicated very well and answered all questions and emails promptly especially the week leading up to the wedding. The day of things were amazing, Christa made sure we were on time for everything and also checked in to make sure everything was going well throughout the day. The service for food was fast and efficient for our plated dinner. We heard countless times how amazing the food was and how generous the portion sizes were. The bartenders were very good throughout the night as well. The outside ceremony area was so beautiful with all the flowers in bloom and even the tables on the patio had table cloths on them and looked beautiful and provided extra seating for cocktail hour. We highly highly recommend The Refuge as a wedding venue! The entire staff was phenomenal and we couldn’t have had a better day. Christa is one of the wedding and event coordinators there, she is absolutely amazing. She knows weddings well and was so helpful in areas we had no idea about when it came to planning. She truly loves her job and it is obvious in her work. Thank you for an amazing day.
response 10/31/2022
Thanks Lindsay! I had so much fun working with you both! Best wishes in this new adventure...
of marriage! -Christa
Ashley C
5.0
8/29/2022
The second we walked into the refuge for a tour, we knew that was where we wanted to get married. The outdoor ceremony space was gorgeous in the winter when we toured and even better on our wedding day in August.
Lisa did an amazing job coordinating everything and keeping us all on track. Little bumps throughout the day she was handling. Including when my 3 year old daughter (and flower girl) had a melt down shortly before the ceremony. Lisa asked what she could do to help and ran to get her a plate of snacks which helped immensely! She made my 3 year old and 6 year old feel at ease which I believe helped them walk down the aisle confidently with all smiles and even a twirl from my 3 year old. The weeks leading up to the wedding, Lisa promptly responded to my very many emails I was sending her. She was a godsend for making the day run smoothly and calming my nerves. It also rained right as the ceremony was supposed to start, so we were running a little behind. The rain stopped after about 15 minutes and a bunch of staff rushed out to dry all the chairs off for my guests.
Our reception space was beautiful, the bartender did an amazing job, and we got SO many compliments on the food! It was an amazing night!
response 08/31/2022
Thank you so much for your review…but more importantly, THANK YOU for trusting us to make ...
your day a day you will cherish forever!
Congratulations again, Ashley & Tim!
💗Lisa
Madeleine L
5.0
7/13/2022
We loved the venue, the space, the food and the people who worked with us! Made our day so perfect!
response 07/14/2022
Thank you so much for trusting us to make sure your wedding day was exceptional!! You and ...
Michael were wonderful to work with!
-Lisa
Jeanie K
5.0
12/02/2021
I can't thank Christa and the staff at the Refuge enough for their flexibility with scheduling this wedding reception. The original wedding/reception was to take place in early April of 2020. As for so many others, the event was cancelled because of Covid-19, and rescheduled three more times. Finally, we hosted the reception this November. Each time we rescheduled, the Refuge staff was very flexible and accommodating. Christa was very professional and prompt in her email responses. The event staff organized a wonderful reception. The venue site is beautiful. The food was delicious and portions were generous. A great time was had by all. Thanks again!
Brenna C
5.0
11/17/2021
Absolutely beautiful location indoors and out! Christa and Josh were easy to work with and managed everything on the day of without a hitch! They helped us with where to be and when to be there, made sure everything stayed on track and we’re very flexible when we had last minute changes/ideas. I loved having the bridal suite on site for getting into our dresses. They do keep the golf course open, but honestly, we hardly even noticed! Don’t let this put you off! And the food was TO DIE FOR. So incredible, huge portions, and delicious!!
Allison S
5.0
10/11/2021
The Refuge was an amazing venue for our wedding. We had to postpone from 2020 to 2021 and they were so accommodating and helpful! I would not have wanted to have our special day anywhere else!
Devin K
5.0
10/09/2021
Wonderful and responsive staff that made the wedding planning a breeze! I’d recommend d this place 100 time over!
Brittany E
5.0
8/31/2021
We were beyond pleased with our reception experience at The Refuge! The venue/space is stunning, we received a lot of compliments on the food, and the team was super great to work with! Wish we could relive the night! 5/5, would recommend! Thanks, Christa & team!
Marci G
5.0
11/12/2020
This is the second wedding in our family held at The Refuge and we are so thrilled with how beautiful and smooth the day was! From the beginning, Christa was kind and helpful and answered all of our questions with a smile. Planning a wedding during a pandemic is not familiar to anyone but Christa and the staff were always there with a common-sense answer to our questions. Everyone wore masks and they helped us create an outdoor ceremony and outdoor/indoor reception that was safe and socially distanced. The food was delicious, so many of our guests commented on it, and it was served hot and quickly. We had the rib-eye and almond chicken, so good! Thanks again Christa and your amazing staff!
Brittney D
5.0
10/13/2020
We loved The Refuge and working with Christa for our wedding in July! She was always able to answer all of our (many) questions and was especially helpful though the pandemic. The food was great and the employees were so friendly and welcoming to us and our guests. The venue is absolutely beautiful and we were so happy to be able to have our ceremony outdoors. We would highly recommend other couples to have their wedding here!
Andrea D
5.0
4/24/2020
I would give 10 stars to The Refuge and specifically, Christa, if I could. The venue is breathtaking with many rustic elements and Christa is a planning pro. Like others, our guests raved about the food. We opted for the walleye and stuffed chicken plated meals. The portions were large and the food was hot. We served assorted cheesecakes that were provided by one of the venue's vendors and they were perfect. The bridal suite is also a charming, comfortable space with lighted mirrors for the beauty team. Finally, this venue is super affordable and we received a discount for getting married in the off-season. I could not be happier that we chose The Refuge as our wedding venue!
Kati C
5.0
12/06/2019
The Refuge Golf Club is amazing! Christa and the rest of the staff are so good at what they do! They are organized, proactive, and easily accessible. They took so much stress out of the whole planning process and our big day. Our guests loved the vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and the large bar area and dance floor. We received so many compliments on the beauty of the space and the food.
Additionally, they have a list of preferred vendors that are wonderful, and know the space so well (Custom Floral Design, Agape Moments Photography). This was a very welcomed added bonus that made our whole wedding process so much easier!
We would recommend The Refuge Golf Club to anyone wanting to get married in the metro area!
Hope N
5.0
11/26/2019
Our wedding at The Refuge was absolutely perfect. Christa was so on top of everything and made sure everything went smoothly. I would highly recommend having your wedding here!
Krysten S
5.0
11/07/2019
Words cannot describe how much we loved The Refuge! Everything went perfect on our wedding day. From the moment we toured the venue, we knew we wanted our special day there. Christa was the absolute best to work with. She was very responsive and helpful through the whole process. We got many compliments on how good the food was and how beautiful our venue was. I would highly recommend The Refuge to anyone. Thank you so much for making our wedding truly the best day!
Andrea N
5.0
10/31/2019
Everything about working with the Refuge for our wedding was fantastic. I'll start by saying that their food is GREAT! Everyone commented on how good it was and we agree. Christa is so easy to work with, always available to answer questions, and checks in with you throughout the planning process to keep everything on track. I am a PLANNER and had all necessary duties delegated to friends and family for our wedding. And then when the day came, without question or even asking them Christa and the staff and Refuge stepped in and helped so much with little tasks like lighting candles on tables and setting out desserts while our ceremony was going on. Our day was perfect and I think that definitely reflects on the expertise that the Refuge has in weddings. And on top of all of that, the venue is so beautiful inside and out.
Taylor W
5.0
10/24/2019
My daughter got married last Friday at the Refuge Golf Club. What a beautiful venue. Even though it was October 18th we were blessed with a 60 degree day! From the moment my daughter and son-in-law chose the place a year ago, through the actual wedding day everything the staff did was special. They were always attentive to our needs, and willing to help us with anything we needed. Christa was our coordinator and she made the wedding day go so smoothly. She lined everyone up before the processional, cued them when to go, and made sure my daughter's dress was flowing as she walked down the aisle.
It was so beautiful having an outdoor wedding and it felt very personal and very family/friend oriented. The high wood beams gave it a country like atmosphere, which we were looking for. The food was superb and we had many compliments on how good it was.
We would all highly recommend this venue!!! We could not have dreamed of a better venue than the Refuge.
Alyssa N
5.0
10/21/2019
A beautiful place to get married and quite affordable! The venue offers everything onsite and takes care of nearly all the details. Great food options, we chose to do a brunch rather than dinner and the food was fantastic. The wedding and event coordinator was very helpful and kind. They offer the ceremony and reception space so no need to travel to a reception venue. I would recommend this venue to anyone planning their wedding!
Samantha G
5.0
10/10/2019
The Refuge, in short, was amazing. We had a lot of questions and changes to our plans leading up to our wedding day and they were always ready to help. They were always transparent with pricing and venue policies right away so there were no surprises for us. The day of, they went above and beyond with the food, service, and flexibility. I would (and have) recommended this venue to everyone who is looking for a wedding/event venue. It is not only a gorgeous space, but the staff is fantastic. Highly Recommend!
Laine F
5.0
10/08/2019
Simply the best-cannot say enough good things about the venue/food/cost/knowledge of the staff/everything!!!!
Brita S
5.0
10/04/2019
My husband and I cannot say enough about our experience at The Refuge. We were originally drawn to the venue because of the beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces. We loved the rustic look and secluded feel without actually being too far from hotels and vendors in the cities. What really sealed the deal for us though was the staff. Prior to finding The Refuge, we visited so many venues that made us feel like just another number or dollar amount. Christa and her staff were so genuine, caring, and relaxed. I can't tell you how hard that is to find! The food was also absolutely amazing. Our guests are still talking about it!
Sarah N
5.0
10/03/2019
One of my favorite things about my wedding was the Refuge Golf Club venue. They have a beautiful back drop, super easy to work with and their food is amazing. Highly recommended!
Megan B
5.0
10/03/2019
The absolute best staff and such a beautiful venue! We could not have asked for a more perfect day at The Refuge!
Katie F
5.0
9/16/2019
We found The Refuge on the TheKnot and loved the pictures we saw, so we scheduled a tour of it. When we visited, we instantly loved the exposed wood beams and fireplace inside and the beautiful pavilion and garden outside. Christa, the event coordinator, made our wedding planning as stress-free as possible! She was so easy to work with, timely with her responses and made sure we knew what to expect the day of the wedding. She even gave us recommendations on other vendors. We used the DJ she suggested (PM Enterprises) and were very satisfied with his work. The food is catered through The Refuge and it was absolutely wonderful! Our choices were the prime rib and stuffed chicken and they tasted just like they did when we did our taste testing. The portions were large and our guests still talk about how good it was. We 100% recommend The Refuge!
Rebecca S
5.0
8/30/2019
I have nothing negative to say about this place! The workers were so nice and great to work with! They helped us with decision and gave us great recommendations based off things they have seen! The outside ceremony sight, was nothing less than perfect! Along with the natural beauty of the trees, they have a beautiful display of flowers surrounding the sight! The reception hall is naturally beautiful, plus the food was WARM and DELICIOUS! we received so many compliments about how it was the best wedding food people have had! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
Laura H
5.0
6/24/2019
We loved having our ceremony and reception at The Refuge! Christa and her staff were great to work with, from the initial inquiry through the planning process, and the day of. Our guests had a great time and told us many times how beautiful the venue was and how good the food was. We are really happy with the whole experience.
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