The Hidden Meadow and Barn

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Our Wedding

January 2022: Our first date at Red Sushi in Madison, WI, marked the beginning of our love story.August 2022: We took a big step and moved into our first apartment together in Fitchburg, WI.February/May 2024: With the heartfelt blessings from both of our families, we felt ready for the future.April 2024: A fun scavenger hunt led to the most incredible moment—our proposal!June 2024: We welcomed Winnie, our adorable fur baby, into our little family.August 2024: After searching, we finally found the perfect venue to celebrate our wedding.

Our Story

Photos

Zach Kirby

Grace McGuire 

Trevor Pope

Emma Gibson

Adam Krumholz

Karsyn Gibson

Tyler Dewitt

Gen Stout

John Browning

Hannah Oesch

Hunter Brandon

Sarina Kent

Holden Brandon

Wedding Party

Q + A

Accommodations

We have reserved two room blocks at AmericInn by Wyndham Wabasha. An "early heads-up" email was sent to all guests regarding lodging, and since Pepin, WI is a very popular destination for Labor Day weekend, we highly recommend securing your accommodations as soon as possible! Here are additional lodging options:

AmericInn by Wyndham Wabasha

VRBO 

Airbnb

Pepin Valley Cabins, LLC 

Venue-Recommended Lodging List

Travel

<a href="https://www.villabellezza.com/food/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dining</a>Il Forno Ristorante is Villa Bellezza’s Country Italian restaurant. It is an authentic trattoria that serves food inspired by Italy accompanied by Villa Bellezza’s wines—the Vino della Casa. <a href="https://www.villabellezza.com/visit/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wine Tasting</a>Whether you are coming to Villa Bellezza as a first time visitor, or you have already become part of la famiglia, our Tasting Room offers you an experience to try Villa Bellezza wines and discover your favorites to take home. Our sales staff will engage with you to find the perfect wine for your palate. Once discovering what we have to offer at Villa Bellezza, we hope you will take your favorite wines to share with friends and family, on special occasions and for everyday occurrences. <a href="https://www.villabellezza.com/winery-tours/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Winery Tours</a>Winery tours begin in our piazza. You walk by vineyards and our pavilion on your way to the winery crush pad where the making of wine begins. You will learn about our winemaking process including testing, destemming, pressing, fermentation, aging, blending, and bottling.

Villa Bellezza Winery & Vineyards

Village Edge Farms has passionately farmed the land just below the picturesque backdrop of the Mississippi River bluffs. Today that same passion goes into making our products here at Township 23 Distillery- A ‘field to glass’ distillery, where spirits are produced from the organic crops grown right on the homestead.

Township 23 Distillery

Located on the Wisconsin Great River Road, stop by local favorite for fresh food, ice-cold drinks and live weekend entertainment. Try their juicy burgers, hand-prepared entrees, and, of course, their famous fried pickles! When the weather’s just right, enjoy your meal on the balcony overlooking Lake Pepin!

The Pickle Factory

Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner at Homemade Cafe in Pepin, WI. They are open year round and offer a selection of classic breakfast options or sandwiches. Make sure you save room for a piece of their homemade pie!

Homemade Cafe

The founders of the Nelson Cheese Factory made cheese for over 100 years. While they no longer make cheese, the offerings have been expanded to include cheese from Wisconsin and around the world as well as fine wines and a gourmet selection of food. Their ice cream cones are a favorite with all visitors and their selection of sandwiches, soups and salads are fresh and delicious.

Nelson Creamery

They are the area’s premier outdoor shopping venue. They feature fresh produce, award winning meats, Wisconsin cheese, made from scratch fudge and locally made jams, jellies and pickles. While you are here visit their gift shops and antique barn.

Country Stop of Pepin, LLC

A unique, fine dining experience awaits you at Harbor View Café near the shoreline of Lake Pepin.

Hailee & James

Hailee & James

H&J

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