Fieldguide Farmhouse
EST. PRIOR TO 1930
382 N Intermediate Lake Rd, Central Lake, MI, United States

Fieldguide Farmhouse
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A stately historic fieldstone four-square farmhouse perched atop six beautifully landscaped scenic acres overlooking Intermediate Lake.
Today, the home's original wood floors, fireplaces, large windows, wide trim, plaster walls, doors and hardware provide guests with authentic early 19th century farmhouse details combined with stylish yet simple decor for modern luxury.
The Lowdown
Type
Banquet Hall / Event FacilityBed & Breakfast / InnEstate / House / Mansion / VillaField / Forest / OrchardHistoric Building
Views
ForestGardenHistorical MonumentLakeLandscaped GroundsMeadow/FieldRolling Hills
Style
Casual
Classic
Country
Garden Party
Sophisticated
Best type of Celebrations
Baby Shower
Birthday Party
Bridal Shower
Charity Event
Corporate Event
Product Launch
Dinner Party
Group Getaway
Holiday Party
Reunion
Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Reception
Workshops: Creative, Photo, Etc.
Elopement
Vow Renewal
Anniversary
Engagement Party

Venue Setting

A stately historic fieldstone four-square farmhouse perched atop six beautifully landscaped scenic acres overlooking Intermediate Lake, an all sports lake with excellent fishing, on Antrim County's Chain-of-Lakes. The house was built by Dr. Andrew Baxter, a surgeon from Chicago in 1910 and originally had 120 acres for a horse farm. The house has served many functions since then, for both its families residing in it as well as a community space. It also sat vacant for a few years. Today, the home's original wood floors, 9' ceilings, wood burning stone fireplaces, large windows, wide trim, plaster walls and brass hardware provide guests with authentic early 19th century farmhouse details combined with stylish yet simple decor for a classic modern occasion.

Capacity

Seated
200
Buffet
200
Standing
200
Fees
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
Price range

Does this include catering fees?

No

Additional charges

Adding Fieldguide Farmhouse as an additional insured or purchasing special event insurance must be provided by the client(s).

Insurance

Additional Insurance Is Required To Host An Event At This Venue

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Event Logistics and Amenities
(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)
Celebrations hosted here since
Prior to 1930
Curfew
11 PM
Venue spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering
Client Can Select The Caterer Of Their Choice
Alcohol
BYO Permitted – You Can Bring Your Own Alcohol
Licensed Server Is Required
Music
Indoors & Outdoors
Smoking
Non-smoking Venue
Accommodations
Four bedrooms with two private attached bathrooms. 
Eco/Green Events
Yes
Pet-Friendly Events
Yes
Kid Friendly Events
Yes
Handicap Accessible
Yes
Other
Yes
Amenities
  • Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
  • Wifi
  • Ample Parking Onsite
  • Dining Chairs
  • Dining Tables
  • Onsite Restrooms
  • Other amenities: non-motorized outdoor recreation experiences
Inside Scoop

Fielguide Farmhouse owner/host, Lee Maynard, is an outdoor recreation enthusiast so ask her for the best trails to hit in the area. 

Venue Features
The scene:
Fieldguide Farmhouse is a 1910 fieldstone farmhouse that sits atop 6 scenic acres along Intermediate Lake on Antrim County's Chain of Lakes. Our property is private neslted in the stunning northern lower Michigan countryside with a tree-lined drive, tree groves, expansive lawn and symetrical landscaping framing the house and wildflower meadow all sourrounded by woods overlooking an increasingly rare tree-lined lakeshore.
Design:
Fieldguide Farmhouse was built in 1906 and completed in 1910. The home provides a stylish updated interior while celebrating its stunning original architecture such as an ornate wooden staircase, maple floors, leaded pane windows, french doors, brass hardware, large wood trim and two wood buring fireplaces. A front porch spanning the front of the house and a side sunset patio deck provide guests with the finest outdoor living experience. The lawn sourrounding the house, landscaping, lake view, tree groves and wildlife viewing provides an idyllic setting for celebrating here whether a large party beneath a tent, a work retreat or family runion our property lets guests enjoy a private yet expansive countryside estate setting.
Standout venue features:
Guests can relax and cozy-up fireside at our outdoor bonfire pit or with two wood burning fireplaces, with one in the living room and one in the dining room. Enjoy wildlife viewing, biking, hiking, swimming, fishing and boating from our door step.
Celebration Locations
This section outlines the various spaces available within the venue for different types of events.
Inside Fieldguide Farmhouse
Enjoy celebrating in a stylish 1910 fieldstone farmhouse with original floors, windows, doors, wood trim, hardware and much more
View: Lakeshore along Antrim's Chain of Lakes, woods, tree groves and meadow
Max capacity: 50
Price range: $500-$5,000
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