About this vendor
The Boardwalk is nestled on 5 acres of pristine waterfront along the St Joseph River in Southwest Michigan. This stunning venue offers a tranquil setting for photographs, vow exchanges, first looks, and heartwarming speeches. Surrounded by hundreds of acres of forest, this venue is perfect for those looking to celebrate away from distractions.
Whether an intimate gathering or a large celebration, The Boardwalk is a place to relax and reconnect. Just 90 minutes from Chicago and 90 minutes from Grand Rapids, it is an ideal destination with over a dozen hotels and restaurants just a few minutes away.
Exchange vows in the meadow with a waterfront, tree-lined backdrop, enjoy a seated dinner inside the air-conditioned banquet hall, or dance on the courtyard under the shimmering stars. The property can be easily reserved for the duration of a weekend, allowing an extended celebration for couples and their loved ones.
Reach out for more information about this charming wedding venue.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Covered Outdoors Space
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Elopement
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
Settings
- Backyard
- Ballroom
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Garden
- Park
Venue Service Offerings
- Rentals & Equipment
- Tents
- Service Staff
- Transportation
- Shuttle Service
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Absolutely love this venue! It is so beautiful and working with them was so smooth. They were incredibly helpful and started meeting with us months before the wedding day to make s...
ure everything was ready to go. The owner and his wife are really lovely and we loved having our wedding here!
I had the opportunity as a photographer to capture a wedding at The Boardwalk, and it was a stunning venue. Nestled by a serene river and surrounded by woods, it perfectly combines...
natural beauty with rustic charm.
Matt, the owner, was fantastic—organized and genuinely invested in making the day special. The outdoor ceremony by the river provided breathtaking views, while the reception area felt intimate and cozy with its soft lighting and rustic decor.
Overall, The Boardwalk is an excellent choice for couples seeking a picturesque and tranquil setting for their wedding. I highly recommend it!
Worked with this venue for a clients wedding and it was absolutely gorgeous! The staff was incredibly kind and helpful and I cannot wait to do another wedding here!
As a Wedding Coordinator I see many different Venues. I am here to tell you The Boardwalk is one Venue you don’t want to skip over. It is so beautiful! I did a wedding there last w...
eekend and fell in love with the place. The property is fantastic. The staff is truly amazing. I appreciated the timely communication from Management during the planning process and their attention to detail. The whole day went so smoothly for all Vendors and their staff played a huge part in that. They were always visible and available to help in any way, and always with a smile.
It was such a wonderful experience.
I hope to be back there soon.
As a photographer and videographer, I am ALWAYS looking for venues to shoot at. This venue is nothing short of MAGICAL.
In my opinion, venues can make or break your photos. This v...
enue - makes it. There are so many places to take incredible pictures, and you can tell that they have truly thought about every single detail and poured their hearts and souls into this venue.
On top of everything, the owner and the staff are incredible. They are so hands on and willing to do whatever they can to make sure the day goes smoothly. Their communication with vendors before the wedding is absolutely outstanding. They even have their own sound system that plays music throughout the entire grounds.
Worried about rain on your wedding day? No worries here - this venue came with MULTIPLE plans in place for vendors in case it rained.
You can really tell that they love what they do and are extremely passionate about it. It was an absolute honor being able to photograph and video this venue.
Attaching a few of my photos below that I’ve had the privilege of taking at this venue!
The Boardwalk was our last stop when we were touring possible venues, and we fell in love with the location as soon as we saw it. The setting is gorgeous, and the design of the cou...
rtyard and boardwalk right on the bank of the river complement it really well. The little touches like the outdoor chandeliers and furniture vignettes also made it fun and unique which was exactly the vibe we were looking for.
What really sold us on The Boardwalk was the owners - Matt and Kathryn were a delight and worked with us every step of the way to make sure that we had a solid plan going into the day that was fully tailored to us. They also gave us a lot of helpful advice along the way. They mentioned that their goal was to build the wedding venue that they wished they could find when they got married and it really showed. We had an indoor backup plan for bad weather going into the weekend which we ended up needing. Everyone at the Boardwalk was incredibly helpful and flexible so we were able to mix the indoor and outdoor plans as weather changed throughout the day. We also highly recommend reserving the day beforehand - having that full extra day to set up and enjoy the space helped us relax before our wedding.
Since they’re not on The Knot themselves, we also want to include a shoutout to The Boardwalk’s catering partner, Gandia’s Catering. Chef Alexander and his wife Chantal were both wonderful and worked with us to build a menu from the ground up fully customized to our tastes. The food was all outstanding and they put a strong emphasis on using local ingredients which was really important to us.
All in all, we highly recommend The Boardwalk to anyone looking for a beautiful, private venue in the woods with delicious personalized food and staff who will go above and beyond to make sure your special day goes as smoothly as possible.
5 out of 5! This venue is built with heart by a lovely couple so you can see and feel the love in many ways. The venue is picturesque and peaceful since it is secluded by the beaut...
iful, lush nature surrounding it. It was everything we were looking for our moment. They set the tone with little details like putting our music on and making it special for us. This special place was the highlight of our day. They were so thoughtful and the place has so much to offer with a classic river boardwalk, a beach, lounging areas indoor and outdoor including places for getting ready, playing a game of pool, indulging in treats by the fire, and enjoying company as well as a fancy car! Great place & great people. Everything you could look and ask for and pictures to die for!
Contact
1100 Diller Rd, Benton Harbor, MI
