The Morris Estate

Niles, Michigan, United States

EST. 1938

Reception dinner by our in-house catering staff
Reception dinner by our in-house catering staff
Champagne tower prepared by our in-house catering staff
Champagne tower prepared by our in-house catering staff
Lounges for the bridal party to get ready
Lounges for the bridal party to get ready
16,000 sq ft bed and breakfast, The River House
16,000 sq ft bed and breakfast, The River House
Historic white wedding Chapel
Historic white wedding Chapel
Outdoor ceremony for a micro wedding
Outdoor ceremony for a micro wedding
Inside the vintage wedding Chapel built in 1938
Inside the vintage wedding Chapel built in 1938
Historic Covered Bridge ideal for Bride & Groom portraits
Historic Covered Bridge ideal for Bride & Groom portraits
Wooded trails on the 600+ acre estate
Wooded trails on the 600+ acre estate
Inside the tented reception space for 200 guests
Inside the tented reception space for 200 guests
One of many overnight accommodations at our luxury B&B onsite
One of many overnight accommodations at our luxury B&B onsite
Engagement photos in the snowy Michigan landscape
Engagement photos in the snowy Michigan landscape
Bridal party photos on the Chapel lawn
Bridal party photos on the Chapel lawn
A Michigan fall wedding along the St Joseph River
A Michigan fall wedding along the St Joseph River
Reception dinner by our in-house catering staff
Reception dinner by our in-house catering staff
Champagne tower prepared by our in-house catering staff
Champagne tower prepared by our in-house catering staff
Lounges for the bridal party to get ready
Lounges for the bridal party to get ready
16,000 sq ft bed and breakfast, The River House
16,000 sq ft bed and breakfast, The River House
Historic white wedding Chapel
Historic white wedding Chapel
Outdoor ceremony for a micro wedding
Outdoor ceremony for a micro wedding
Inside the vintage wedding Chapel built in 1938
Inside the vintage wedding Chapel built in 1938
Historic Covered Bridge ideal for Bride & Groom portraits
Historic Covered Bridge ideal for Bride & Groom portraits
Wooded trails on the 600+ acre estate
Wooded trails on the 600+ acre estate
Inside the tented reception space for 200 guests
Inside the tented reception space for 200 guests
One of many overnight accommodations at our luxury B&B onsite
One of many overnight accommodations at our luxury B&B onsite
Engagement photos in the snowy Michigan landscape
Engagement photos in the snowy Michigan landscape
Bridal party photos on the Chapel lawn
Bridal party photos on the Chapel lawn
A Michigan fall wedding along the St Joseph River
A Michigan fall wedding along the St Joseph River
Reception dinner by our in-house catering staff
Reception dinner by our in-house catering staff
Champagne tower prepared by our in-house catering staff
Champagne tower prepared by our in-house catering staff
Lounges for the bridal party to get ready
Lounges for the bridal party to get ready
16,000 sq ft bed and breakfast, The River House
16,000 sq ft bed and breakfast, The River House
Historic white wedding Chapel
Historic white wedding Chapel
Outdoor ceremony for a micro wedding
Outdoor ceremony for a micro wedding
Inside the vintage wedding Chapel built in 1938
Inside the vintage wedding Chapel built in 1938
Historic Covered Bridge ideal for Bride & Groom portraits
Historic Covered Bridge ideal for Bride & Groom portraits
Wooded trails on the 600+ acre estate
Wooded trails on the 600+ acre estate
Inside the tented reception space for 200 guests
Inside the tented reception space for 200 guests
One of many overnight accommodations at our luxury B&B onsite
One of many overnight accommodations at our luxury B&B onsite
Engagement photos in the snowy Michigan landscape
Engagement photos in the snowy Michigan landscape
Bridal party photos on the Chapel lawn
Bridal party photos on the Chapel lawn
A Michigan fall wedding along the St Joseph River
A Michigan fall wedding along the St Joseph River
Reception dinner by our in-house catering staff
Reception dinner by our in-house catering staff
Champagne tower prepared by our in-house catering staff
Champagne tower prepared by our in-house catering staff
Lounges for the bridal party to get ready
Lounges for the bridal party to get ready
16,000 sq ft bed and breakfast, The River House
16,000 sq ft bed and breakfast, The River House
Historic white wedding Chapel
Historic white wedding Chapel
Outdoor ceremony for a micro wedding
Outdoor ceremony for a micro wedding
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Space with stay

Up to 200 guests

Avg. venue rate

Rate info

$12k - $16.5k

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Search group-friendly stays and request rates in one place, or let our complimentary concierge team handle it for you. Group rates? Handled. Guest lists? Tracked.

Vintage Wedding Chapel + Luxury Bed & Breakfast

A historic riverside estate with Chapel, Tent, Catering, and Coordination staff in Southwest Michigan.

The Lowdown

Venue use

Space with stay

Best for these Occasions

anniversary

Bachelor / Bachelorette party

corporate event

dinner party

elopement

engagement party

graduation party

group getaway

holiday party

Honeymoon

rehearsal dinner / Welcome Reception

Retreats: Corporate, Spa, Wellness, etc.

vow renewal

wedding ceremony

wedding reception

Venue type

Bed & Breakfast / Inn

Church / Chapel / Temple

Estate / House / Mansion / Villa

Historic Building

Views

river

meadow/Field

Style

Elegant

Vintage

Classic

Romantic

Venue Settings

Nestled on 600+ acres along the St. Joseph River, our estate is surrounded by peaceful woods and rolling farmland. The chapel sits tucked among the trees on a quiet bend, while the pond-side gazebo and historic covered bridge make perfect spots for photos. Every corner of the property feels like a private, timeless escape, offering a serene and enchanting backdrop for your wedding or special event.

Capacity

200

Seated

200

Standing

Fees

(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)

Venue price range
Additional charges
Our in-house catering team takes care of all food and beverage needs and is required at our venue. The per-person cost ranges from $105-$135.
Full venue buyout option
$46k – $60k
Insurance

Additional insurance is required to host an event at this venue

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Amenities

Event Logistics

Essential logistics and amenities for a seamless, memorable event.

Celebrations hosted here since
1938
Renovated In
2010
Curfew
11 PM
Venue spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Onsite Accommodations
On the property, we offer individual suites as well as private cabins, homes, and airstreams that can accommodate up to 40 guests.
Catering
Client must use the catering provided by the venue
Alcohol
Provided by Venue for fee – you must use the venue for all alcohol services
Music
Indoors & Outdoors
Smoking
Designated Smoking Areas Only

Onsite Amenities

Wifi

Ample Parking Onsite

Dining Chairs

Dining Tables

Onsite Restrooms

Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite

Venue Features

Standout venue features

At The Chapel at The Morris Estate, every love story becomes part of a legacy nearly a century in the making. Built in 1938 by E.M. Morris on his farm in Niles, the vintage white chapel first hosted his daughter’s wedding and has welcomed couples ever since. Surrounded by towering evergreens and natural beauty, the estate feels peacefully tucked away yet is just a short drive from Lake Michigan and Chicago. Blending historic charm with modern amenities, the property offers an enchanting backdrop, and the original chapel steeple bell still rings to joyfully announce each newly married couple.

Extra perks

Our onsite lodging offers added value for couples and guests who reserve accommodations, with access to resort-style amenities including a saltwater pool, hot tub, campfire pit, bocce ball court, and more, creating a relaxed and memorable wedding weekend experience.

Awards, Notables & Events

We have received the Best Of Weddings from The Knot for the past 4 years straight as well as TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice awards multiple years.