This vintage Castle is filled with a variety of gorgeous settings for your day. Feel like a princess on your special day!

With several unique ceremony locations, you're sure to find one perfectly tailored for your day. Say I do beneath the arches in the courtyard  or in the castle itself

As you walk the grounds, you’ll capture photos that will grace your home for decades to come. You’ll dance the night away inside the white and gold ballroom light with twinkly lights and elegant chandeliers. Your guests will feel right at home inis how you so beautifully decorated the inside and thought of every last detail.

As you drive back down the lane, leaving the Castle as Husband and Wife, you’ll look over at your handsome husband and thank God you’re married to such an amazing man. And you’ll always remember how beautiful your day truly was.


It's the day of your wedding and sunlight is streaming through the tress along a princess castle while the reflection pond glistens. Blooming gardens pepper the landscape and water fountains trickle in the distance...

THE PERFECT VENUE

Beyond its striking aesthetics, Castle Farms is incredibly well-designed for the flow of a wedding day, which translates to a stress-free experience and better photos. There’s ample natural light in indoor spaces, thoughtfully laid-out areas for both intimate and grand moments, and a helpful, professional staff that ensures everything runs smoothly—letting couples relax and focus on their day. From a photographer’s perspective, that’s everything: when a couple is genuinely present and at ease in a beautiful setting, the magic happens naturally. If you’re dreaming of a wedding that looks and feels like a storybook come to life, Castle Farms is where that dream becomes reality.

THE BEST VENUE FOR PHOTOS

The variety of ceremony and reception spaces, like the dramatic Knight’s Castle or the light-filled Queen’s Courtyard, allow for endless creative possibilities. Whether it's capturing the golden-hour glow over the reflecting pond or a dramatic kiss framed by castle turrets, Castle Farms gives your wedding album a cinematic, fairytale quality that few venues can match.

A FAIRYTALE FOR YOU & GUESTS

As a wedding photographer, few venues offer the enchanting beauty and visual storytelling potential that Castle Farms in Charlevoix, Michigan provides. Every corner of this historic estate is a photographer’s dream—from the regal stone architecture to the perfectly manicured gardens, there’s a sense of timeless romance in every frame.

WHERE DREAMS BECOME REALITY

castle farms will give you all this & more!

the best moments in life.

We believe in creating images that remind you of 

ALEX & SARA

“They are incredibly kind people as well as a gorgeous venue and we would highly recommend them.”

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MAY & PETER

“From the moment we stepped foot on the property, we knew it was the perfect venue for our big day.”

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Simon & Liz

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“Stop what you're doing right now and reserve Valleyview! The space is absolutely incredible.”

The FOUNTAIN

One of the most beautiful scenes at Castle Farms, your wedding photography will shine in htis beautiful landscape.

The pond

Reflection Pond is a MUST! On sunny days, we can capture beautiful reflection images of you as a new husband and wife!

ceremony sites galore

With multiple places to choose for your ceremony and reception, you will enjoy beautiful views everywhere we go

getting ready suites

Get ready with all of your ladies in a beautiful space that will coordinate with the elegant feel of all of your photos for your wedding album.

the courtyard

Iconic to Castle farms, the Court Yard is a great place to bring your wedding party for elegant, princess vibes!

Elegant. Timeless. Luxury. Need i say more? Your guests will rave about your wedding here at Castle Farms for years to come—guaranteed!

Reception hall

Sunset drips over the castle in the evening. Make sure to plan golden hour photos here!

the castle

CHARLESTON

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FOLLY BEACH

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The vast variety of locations is one of the greatest things about weddings at Valleyview Farm. Whether you're looking for a lakeside wedding or a mountain view ceremony, there is something for you! Explore some of the spaces below.

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A FEW OF OUR MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT SHOOTING WEDDINGS AT castle FARMs

FAQ

YES! Castle Farms offers bridal suites with their weddings, and I highly suggest you utilize them. There is nothing worse than booking a hotel room, only to find that it is full of drab or weird colors, no natural light, and awkward beds. Choose to get ready at Castle Farms and ensure all of your photos look beautiful from start to finish.

Most ceremonies take place between 3-5pm in the summertime. This allows you to have a lot of time to get ready, without too much pressure to be on time. Enjoy family photos and wedding party photos after the ceremony, with a great cocktail hour too!

The ceremony sites at Castle Farms are beautiful. It is easiest if we plan your family photos right after the ceremony ends, at your ceremony location. This way, we can stay organized and on time.

If you are doing a First Look, we can schedule your wedding photos before the ceremony (1  hour before). If you are not doing a First Look, we can do your bride and groom pictures directly after the family portraits. Expect these to take 30-45 minutes as we tour the grounds and visit all of the beautiful gardens, ponds and bridges on the property. 

Yes! Sparkler Exits are very popular and fun at Castle Farms. I suggest you plan an exit right after sunset for a beautiful glow to the sparklers in your images.

Allow 30-45 minutes for bride and groom portraits. You can rent a golf cart to tour the property, and have time to get pictures in all of your favorite spots after the ceremony.

Hey, I’m Melissa, and I believe in creating dreamy, REAL wedding photos for REAL couples, who value joy over hustle, fun in the present moment, and laughing at the imperfect moments of life.

Because your wedding is more than just a one-and-done sorta day. It’s a huge milestone that you’ve been waiting for your entire lifetime for. And as a professional painter-turned-photographer, I’m here to tell the visual story of your day, led with heartfelt emotion and genuine experiences with the people you cherish most to share in this magical day.

Years from now, I don’t want you to look back and feel like your photos are just another digital folder on your desktop that you should do something with. Everytime you view your gallery, my goal is to transport you right back to the moment, so you can relive and fall head over heels in love, all over again.

I’m your sunset chaser, dog lover, probably-dance-at-your-reception kinda girl

About melissa

As someone who ACTUALLY promises to be dedicated to your happiness, I will be here for you, day in and day out, to be your cheerleader and support system and to personally guarantee that you will LOVE your wedding portraits.

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