Chestnut Mountain Resort

All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $1,500 for off-peak dates, and $3,500 for peak dates

Packages

Prices start at $400

Guest capacity

Up to 250 seated guests

About this venue

Chestnut Mountain Resort sits high on a bluff overlooking the beautiful Mississippi River. Our picturesque views and amazing sunsets create the perfect backdrop adding to the beauty of your special day. Offering two ceremony sites and two reception areas, you are sure to find something suited to your occasion. Ceremony and/or reception packages available for a small intimate gathering or large affair. Our full service resort is located just 8 miles from scenic Galena. Our friendly and expert staff are ready to assist you with ensuring a day to remember.

Seated guest capacity

  • 25-250

Venue type

  • Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
  • Hotels, Inns, Resorts

Venue setting

  • Covered Outdoor
  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
8700 Chestnut Dr, Galena, IL 61036

Our event spaces

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The Venue

Chestnut Mountain Resort is the perfect venue for your special day.

Our reception facilities offer the highest quality service for your event. We can accommodate all types of groups of up to 250 people. Chestnut Mountain Resort offers a wide variety of food items, which can be customized to fit your specific requests. Our chef and his team can prepare both traditional and more exotic menus, adapted to meet your particular tastes and budget.

Guest capacity

Up to 250 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Luxurious and chic, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Elegant”

Included in this room:

Chestnut Mountain Resort, which is tucked away in the unglaciated hills of northwest Illinois, has long been one of the Midwest's Most Popular Resorts since its development in 1959. Located high above the Mississippi River, just 8 scenic miles from the historic Galena, Illinois.

Chestnut Mountain Resort packages

Sunset Garden Ceremony

25-250 guests

Peak pricing $500

Off-peak pricing $400

Description

Sunset Garden Ceremony offers a beautiful view of the Mississippi River conveniently located next to the lodge and Sunset Garden Tent.

What’s included
  • White folding chairs set up to specifications
  • Wedding Arch/Trellis
  • Tables & Tablecloth
  • Electrical service
  • Portable sound system with microphone
  • Indoor option due to inclement weather
  • Podium

Grand View North Pointe Ceremony

25-275 guests

Peak pricing $2,000-2,500

Off-peak pricing $1,800-2,000

Description

Grand View North Pointe is located 1/4 mile from the lodge in a private setting overlooking the Mississippi River. Transportation to/from the location is included for you and your guests.

What’s included
  • White folding chairs set up to specifications
  • Wedding Arch/Trellis
  • Tables & Tablecloth
  • Electrical Service
  • Portable Sound System with microphone
  • Indoor option due to inclement weather
  • Podium

Available services that can be provided by Chestnut Mountain Resort

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Liability insurance
  • Lighting/Sound
  • On-site accommodations
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free

Accommodations

  • Double bed rooms
  • Honeymoon suite
  • Room blocks offered
  • Single king rooms

Reviews

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  • Bride

    •Verified review
    •Rose M.•Aug 31, 2024

    We had our wedding at Chestnut Mountain Resort and couldn't have been happier with our choice. Shera, our venue coordinator, was fantastic to work with - open, quick to respond, and very detailed in answering all of my many questions during planning. I wanted my wedding day to be perfect and Shera made sure every little detail was taken care of. The venue itself is so scenic and classic, the perfect backdrop for our special day. Guests raved about the beautiful mountain views and grounds. The food and service was also top-notch. I heard that Shera was even helping my grandma get around all night - so thoughtful! For the beautiful venue, delicious food, and Shera's fantastic coordination, Chestnut Mountain was a great value. Highly recommend them for your important event!

    Response from vendor•Aug 31, 2024
    Rose, It was an absolute pleasure working with you and Tom planning your special day. Your personal touches truly brought it all together to make it a magical occasion. I appreciate your kind words and sharing some pictures of your wedding...what a stunning day for a stunning couple! Wishing you all the best, Shera

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