About this vendor
Weddings at Madden’s offer couples stunning lakeside venues, in-house catering by renowned chefs, and a dedicated team of event professionals to ensure every detail is just as you dreamed it! Rated a Top 5 Resort in the Midwest by Condé Nast Traveler since 2021, Madden’s provides luxury lakeside experiences that extend beyond the wedding day with on-site accommodations, restaurants, recreational amenities, a spa, and more.
THE VENUES
> The Pavilion
The Pavilion at Madden’s offers a stunning backdrop and serene setting for outdoor ceremonies and receptions. The 10,000 sq. ft. open-air event space is located on the sparkling shores of Gull Lake and features seating for up to 250 guests, a 17-foot stone fireplace, several patio firepit seating areas, and two water features, plus a dual-sided bar, open show kitchen with rotisseries, and grill stations for an interactive culinary experience.
> Wilson Bay
Wilson Bay is a classic lakeside wedding destination that sits on a peaceful bay on Gull Lake. Designed to complement the rustic elegance of the area, Wilson Bay features stone fireplaces, antler chandeliers, welcome/gathering areas, a bar, and a covered deck overlooking Wilson Bay. Just steps away from the event facilities is the perfect quiet beach-side ceremony location. Inside, Wilson Bay Dining Room provides sweeping views of Gull Lake and can seat up to 200 guests for plated or buffet meals. Weddings held in Wilson Bay typically utilize the Pemmican room for dancing and Manitou room as a prep area for the bridal party.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Dressing Room
Settings
- Ballroom
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Historic Venue
- Hotel
- Restaurant
Venue Service Offerings
- Bar & Drinks
- Cakes & Desserts
- Destination Weddings
- Food & Catering
- Planning
- Rentals & Equipment
Popular with couples like you
Check out our featured vendors.
Reviews
Your trust is our goal. Our community relies on honest reviews to help
you make those big decisions with ease.
5
out of 5.05 reviews
Our wedding was absolutely perfect. Kelly helped make the day absolutely incredible. She and the other staff made sure everything went smoothly and they were great to communicate w...
ith. Thank you Kelly & Madden’s!
We had our wedding ceremony and reception at the Madden’s Pavilion, and our day was more than we could have ever dreamed of. Alyssa is wonderful and really went out of her way to m...
ake sure that everything ran as perfect as could be for us. The last couple of months before our wedding she was especially responsive. And her excitement for our wedding really meant a lot. I received complements from so many guests about the Pavilion and how beautiful it is. It truly is the most incredible space if you are looking for an outdoor wedding venue. And the food is so fresh and amazing! The only thing i wish was different is that band/DJ has to be done by 10pm. They allowed us to keep playing music through an aux but the volume was super low so it kind of changed the vibe of the dance party. We ended up having guests go to the pub once the open bar was over, so that was a great second option for people who wanted to keep the party going. Overall we are so happy that we chose Madden’s! It is known as the best resort on Gull for a reason :)
We had a great experience with Madden's. Kelsey, the event coordinator, was so helpful and definitely kept us organized. Our wedding was perfect! It rained, so we moved the ceremon...
y inside. It was better than we could have expected! I loved the resort feel and all of our guests could stay in one place. I would recommend getting married at Madden's to anyone!
Beautiful venue with amazing staff!!
Meredith is outstanding! She answered every email in such a timely manner. She went above and beyond to make sure we got exactly what we wanted! When we taste-tested our food we...
weren't sold on some of the sauces - so without so much as a bat of the eye the chef changed them for us! What a hit at the reception! Everyone raved about the food. Amy (the baker) made a very delicious cake - and we opted for cookies instead of cake for the guests. They were gone within a matter of minutes! Madden's is such a beautiful location. Every person we encountered - from wait staff, bar tenders, and those that set up our event - were so polite! At least take the time to visit Madden's - you'll quickly fall in love!
Contact
11266 Pine Beach Peninsula, Brainerd, MN
Madden's on Gull Lake