Appeldoorn’s Sunset Bay Resort is a waterfront wedding venue located in Isle, Minnesota. Nestled on the edge of Lake Mille Lacs, the second-largest inland lake in Minnesota, this estate offers beautiful views to accompany celebrations of love. The resort is a year-round destination for visitors and soon-to-be-newlyweds, with the winter months supplying as many amusements as the warm summer months. Couples and their guests can enjoy kayaking, waterskiing, ice fishing, golfing, horseback riding, and sunbathing during their wedding weekend, depending on the season. All-inclusive packages and outstanding customer service make this a convenient, comfortable, and relaxing place to tie the knot.

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Facilities and Capacity

Appeldoorn’s Sunset Bay Resort boasts a sweeping lakeside beach where couples are invited to exchange their vows as the sun dips down behind them. A courtyard with a wooden plank walkway, green lawn for placing chairs, and lake views also makes for a romantic spot. Afterward, wedding-goers can head up to the 2,500-square-foot ballroom, which features lofted ceilings and can hold up to 275 guests for dinner and dancing. The venue also offers numerous overnight accommodations to ensure that everyone can enjoy a fun weekend together. The Honeymoon Suite is a private and luxurious apartment that includes a living room, dining area, outdoor patio, and a hot tub. The Reunion House, which sleeps up to 24 in 10 bedrooms, is perfect for the wedding party. Many other rustic log cabins, suites, and rooms are also available across the property.

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Services Offered

Appeldoorn’s Sunset Bay Resort offers three tiers of wedding packages for soon-to-be-newlyweds with different needs and preferences. The most comprehensive of these comes with tables and chairs, white chair covers and sashes, white linens, dishware and tableware, and the cake table. A wedding planner, audio equipment, projector and screen, two hours of a photo booth, and one night stay in the Honeymoon Suite are also available. Other packages have reception-only options and equipment and rentals can be provided a la carte. The rental of this venue also includes full-service catering, which comes in buffet style, carving and food stations, or plated dinners with a full bar.