90 Minutes from Ann Arbor & Detroit
Trade the City for 445 Acres of Countryside
For couples who want their wedding to feel like an escape. Ancestral Acres offers Detroit and Ann Arbor couples a private estate with a stunning white-interior barn, historic mansion lodging, and the kind of peaceful beauty you simply can't find closer to home.
An Escape Worth Making
Why Couples Leave the City for Ancestral Acres
Total Privacy
No shared walls, no street noise, no strangers. Just you, your guests, and 445 acres of peaceful Michigan farmland.
The Whole Weekend
Friday through Sunday is yours. No rushing in or out. Host your rehearsal dinner, wedding, and brunch all in one place.
Real History
Our 1880s Queen Anne mansion is on the National Historic Register. That character and craftsmanship can't be replicated.
Bring Anyone
Your favorite Detroit caterer? Your Ann Arbor florist? Bring them. We never require vendors or charge commissions.
Make It a Weekend
Leave the City Behind — Together
The best part of a destination wedding is the time you get with your people. Our Queen Anne mansion lets your wedding party stay on-site, turning your celebration into a true retreat from city life.
- Historic mansion sleeping 22 guests
- Arrive Friday, depart Sunday
- Third-floor ballroom for intimate gatherings
- Full kitchen for group meals
Getting Here
An Easy Drive for You and Your Guests
Ann Arbor Area
- Ann Arbor (90 min)
- Ypsilanti
- Saline
- Chelsea
- Dexter
- Plymouth
Metro Detroit
- Detroit (2 hrs)
- Novi
- Livonia
- Dearborn
- Royal Oak
- Troy
Along the Way
- Jackson (45 min)
- Hillsdale
- Coldwater (15 min)
- Battle Creek
- Marshall
- Adrian
Common Questions
From Detroit & Ann Arbor Couples
About 90 minutes (75 miles) west via I-94. The drive takes you through rolling Michigan countryside — couples tell us it helps them decompress before the big weekend.
Detroit is about 2 hours away. Many Detroit couples specifically want that distance — far enough to feel like a getaway, close enough that guests don't need to fly.
Hotels in Coldwater and Sturgis are 15-20 minutes away with plenty of affordable options. Some guests make a weekend of it, exploring local wineries and small-town Michigan.
Absolutely. We're completely DIY-friendly — bring your favorite city vendors without restrictions or fees. Many photographers and caterers from the metro area have worked here before.
Yes. You're on 445 private acres with no neighbors in sight. The property includes forests, a pond, open fields, and the barn and mansion. It's yours for the weekend.
Our barn accommodates 330+ guests for large receptions. The mansion ballroom works beautifully for intimate gatherings up to 80. We host everything from elopements to major celebrations.
Ready to Escape?
Come See What Awaits You
The drive is worth it — but don't take our word for it. Schedule a tour and experience the peace, the space, and the beauty for yourself.