Watercolor map of The Farm at Dover property

a magical barn venue
fit for a fairytale wedding

 

Established in 1874, The Farm at Dover is the perfect destination for your most important events. From elegant, rustic barn weddings to upscale, yet casual, corporate events and family celebrations; The Farm at Dover provides a truly memorable experience for you and your guests.

Come and explore this magnificent and magical outdoor setting. Stroll through our twenty acres of gardens with towering oaks and an abundance of natural beauty. Tour the remodeled historic barn that seats up to 170 people. Unique and versatile, The Farm at Dover will bring your imagination to life and transform any event into a magical and unforgettable celebration.

 

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CONTACT US FOR A TOUR

Email us today to visit The Farm at Dover. Once you explore and experience this magical setting your dreams will begin their destiny to becoming a memorable occasion. We work with the best wedding and event vendors and our list of favorites include photographers, videographers, caterers, florists, bakers and musicians.

The Farm at Dover welcomes all couples and event celebrations. We are LGBT-friendly and our universal goal is to make all guests feel welcome and comfortable in an environment rich with classic simplicity and rustic elegance.

 

Details

  • Renovated 4300 sq. ft. barn venue

  • Cocktail or ceremony area

  • Beautiful mezzanine dining area

  • Chandeliers

  • 660 sq. ft. stone patio

  • 640 sq. ft. second-story veranda

  • 2 Catering areas

  • 2 multi-stall indoor restrooms

  • Handicap accessible

  • Twenty acres of scenic gardens

  • 4-bedroom restored Victorian home as Bridal Suite

  • 2-story granary outfitted for Grooms Cabin

  • Private and intimate surroundings

  • Two beautiful outbuildings

  • Farmhouse and Lake house available for overnight rental

Ceremony Spaces

We offer beautiful, outdoor ceremony spaces for couples looking to tie the knot surrounded by stunning nature.
Don’t worry - in the event of rain, we are able to quickly create an indoor ceremony space inside our elegant barn.

Outdoor Ceremony Space

Outdoor Ceremony Space

Indoor Ceremony Space

Indoor Ceremony Space

Stunning natural beauty located 75 miles from Chicago, 35 miles southwest of Milwaukee and 24 miles east of Lake Geneva. Email today for a tour of this memorable property.

SOUTHEASTERN WISCONSIN'S
HIDDEN GEM

The Farm at Dover is an elegant mix of old-world charm combined with the comfort and ease of modern amenities—plus a generous dose of luxury. Our restored main barn and gracious lawns are perfect for celebrating your wedding day with family and friends. The flexibility of the property lies in its elegant charm that can transform to match your personal style and vision.

Rated 5 Stars on The Knot & WeddingWire

Testimonials

“The Farm at Dover is absolute MAGIC. Everything about this venue is perfect and there are so many beautiful and intricate details in each space. The beautiful victorian bridal suite, incredibly cool grooms cabin, gorgeous outdoor ceremony space and the old, rustic barn (and everything in-between!) made for the most breathtakingly beautiful day!'“
-Kristen B.

“The Farm at Dover was such a beautiful place to get married. All of our guests had a blast and couldn't stop talking about how beautiful it was. We highly recommend The Farm at Dover to anyone looking for a beautiful and unique venue!”
-Heather W.

“Our daughter and son-in-law’s wedding at The Farm at Dover was simply magical. Words cannot describe how fabulous the venue is. Tom and Juan’s attention to every detail is evident throughout the property. They are so accommodating and welcoming… we felt like it was our home for the day. We couldn’t be happier with our choice.”
-Tammy M.

“We absolutely could not have chosen a better venue than The Farm at Dover. Not only was everything about the location gorgeous - many of our guests described it as something out of a fairytale - but Tom and Juan were incredible to work with, going above and beyond every step of the way.”
-Bailey S.

“The venue is gorgeous: quaint, charming, and modern all at the same time. Tom and Juan are extremely accommodating and very responsive. We are so happy to have chosen The Farm at Dover.”
-Jill J.

“This venue was absolutely stunning and it was everything I could have ever dreamed of for our wedding. Every detail, from the pink house and the grooms cabin to the barn and gardens, was breathtaking.”
-Sylvia H.

FARM AT DOVER Pricing

Wedding Season (May-October)
Venue Capacity 170 guests. Please view availability for open dates.

2025 Season

Saturdays $8000
Fridays $7200
Sundays $6200
Holiday weekends $8000

2026 Season

Saturdays $8000
Fridays $7200
Sundays $6200
Holiday weekends $8000

 
 
 

Note – drinks and catering are not included in the above rates.  Please see below for drink and catering vendor info.
All alcohol is purchased through and served by The Farm at Dover.  Please choose from our list of Preferred Caterers  

 
 

Included in the rate

Venue

  • Use of the Upper and Lower Barn

  • Two ceremony areas to choose from. Both have beautiful hand crafted willow arches

  • Grooms cabin for the men to get ready

  • Beautiful Victorian bridal house for 5 hours

  • Elegant indoor bathrooms (handicap accessible)

  • 20 acres of stunning gardens and paths. Beautiful for photography and exploring

  • Parking for up to 80 cars

    Main guest lot is the furthest driveway to the east marked by parking flags. Driveway at the barn is drop off only. Bride, Groom, and wedding party parking available next to the house (up to ten cars)

Venue Access

  • 11 am-11:30 pm — Friday & Saturday

  • 11 am-11:00 pm — Sundays

  • 11 am-11:00 pm Weekdays

Furniture

  • Choice of 66" round tables or 8'x36" tables

  • Tables comfortably seat 10 for up to 170 guests (venue capacity).

  • French country bistro chairs for dining

  • White wood folding chairs for the ceremony

  • Cocktail tables & whiskey barrels

  • Assorted vintage tables & accents

  • Table & Chair set up for ceremony & reception

Services

  • Chair and Table set-up for ceremony and reception

  • Garbage removal

  • 1 hour rehearsal (Date and Time to be determined)

  • Staff to assist with parking

  • Staff to maintain venue cleanliness

Contact

26060 Washington Ave  |  Dover, Wisconsin 53139  |  Email — info@thefarmatdover.com

 
 
 

Preferred Vendors

Bartending and catering are required vendors, all others are suggested.

 
 
 
 
Best of the Best Modern Luxury Weddings Chicago 2021 Exclusive Member
Wisconsin Bride Magazine Best of 2019 Finalist
 
 
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FAQ

FOR PROSPECTIVE COUPLES

 

We’re happy to hold your date for a couple of days following your tour while you make a decision. After that, a signed contract and 50% down payment is required to secure your date.

WHAT DO YOU REQUIRE TO BOOK our DATE?

WHAT Are our options for OUR CEREMONY IN THE EVENT OF BAD WEATHER?

The good news is not only is rain on your wedding day good luck, but also that our team is able to quickly transform the upper or lower level of the barn into an indoor ceremony space in the event of rain. Our rustic, historic barn makes a beautiful backdrop for tying the knot.

If there is rain on your day, we wait as long as possible to make the decision to move your ceremony indoors, typically an hour or two before your ceremony. Following an indoor ceremony, we’ll then flip the space back during cocktail hour so it’s ready for your reception. There is no cost for a room flip. We are flexible and here to make your wedding day everything you imagined.

While we are primarily an outdoor venue and therefore can’t give a 100% bug-free guarantee, we spray regularly for mosquitos and do everything we can to keep bugs away. We rarely, if ever, have a problem with them at any of our weddings.

are bugs a problem at the venue?

In order to maintain the historic integrity of our venue, the barn does not have heating or air conditioning. The barn has large, open-air windows and therefore typically is similar to the temperature of the outdoor air. The barn does have ceiling fans for cooling and an evaporative cooler on warmer days for the dance floor. We also bring in heaters when necessary in the cooler months, which warm the barn to 65 degrees. The bridal suite in the pink, Victorian house does have heating and air conditioning.

does your venue have air conditioning?

Yes. Our venue is ADA compliant. Our parking staff is happy to help transport anyone from our parking lot to the ceremony space via golf cart. Our barn has ramp access and handicap-accessible restrooms.

is the venue wheelchair accessible?

can we bring our pet?

Yes, we love when our couples’ furry family members make a special appearance on their wedding day. Pets are allowed outside on our grounds for your ceremony, but are not permitted inside the barn. We recommend having them at your ceremony only.

Yes. The Victorian home on our property as well as our lake house rental, Dover at Eagle Lake, are available for overnight rentals by Farm at Dover couples only, depending on availability (we do not rent out the Victorian home on days when we have another wedding). Please contact us for availability.

do you offer overnight rentals?

For Current Couples

 

Yes, of course! We love to hear about your plans and understand that it always helps to have a second or third look at the venue during your planning process. Please contact us to schedule a visit.

Can we visit the farm during our planning process?

Yes. All of our couples are invited to schedule a one-hour rehearsal, based on availability. We also will schedule a final walkthrough one to one-and-a-half months prior to your wedding day where we discuss your plan for the day, draft a floor plan, and discuss your bar package selections.

do you offer a rehearsal or final walkthrough?

Yes, depending on availability. Rehearsal dinners take place from 4 PM - 10 PM and are held in the lower-level of the barn which seats up to 50 guests. Pricing is $800 for the room rental plus food and bar charges. Catering must be from our list of preferred caterers. Please contact us for availability.

Can we have our rehearsal dinner at the farm?

In most cases, yes, you are able to purchase additional time before the scheduled start time of your venue use. Local ordinances prohibit us from extending venue use past 11:30 PM. Please contact us about purchasing additional time at least 30 days prior to your wedding.

CAN WE PURCHASE ADDITIONAL TIME FOR VENUE ACCESS ON OUR WEDDING DAY?

Yes, you may decorate or personalize the venue for your event. Decorations must comply with fire ordinances and may not be fastened to the walls with any means that would cause damage to the venue.

To protect our historic venue, confetti, smoke machines, fireworks, and open flames (including lit candles) are not allowed. Flameless candles are permitted. Sparklers are allowed in our designated sparkler send-off area.

Can we bring our own decorations?

Set up is on the day of your wedding. If you have a Friday wedding, you are able to set up an hour prior to your rehearsal on Thursday.

When can we set up?

Yes, you are able to bring your own food to the Bridal Suite and Groom’s Cabin. We do offer getting ready drink packages. Contact us to learn more!

Can we bring our own food and beverage to the
bridal suite and
grooms cabin for
getting ready?

WHAT DOES THE FARM AT DOVER STAFF HELP WITH ON OUR WEDDING DAY?

Our staff will be on-site during your wedding day to set up tables and chairs, assist guests with parking, help keep the venue clean (including garbage removal) and ensure everything runs as smoothly as possible. Our bartending staff will manage the bars and serve guests. For any other day-of services, please refer to our list of preferred vendors.

We offer signature cocktails through our bar service. You can choose from our list of suggested drinks or design your own. Signature cocktails can be served outside following your ceremony to kick off cocktail hour, and/or served at the bar. Signature cocktails are charged per person.

what are our options for signature cocktails?

Yes, we have refrigerated space avaiilable in the downstairs catering area.

do you provide refrigerated space for STORING DESSERT
BEFORE SERVING?

Still have questions? We’re happy to help!