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River Oaks Golf Course

Cottage Grove, MN View map Visit website
Rating 4.8 out of 5
10 reviews
Up to 250 guests

About

Up to 250 guests

River Oaks Golf Course is a country club wedding venue which is located in Cottage Grove, Minnesota. Set against a stunning background of Mississippi River Valley views, this venue also benefits from the immediate beauty of the golf course. If you are looking for a picturesque place to host your unforgettable event, then you might just find the River Oaks Golf Course to be the most ideal one.

Facilities and Capacity

Boasting a multitude of event spaces - both inside and out - River Oaks Golf Course has space to accommodate a maximum of 225 people for your amazing wedding celebration. Indeed, a minimum of 25 people are required to book the venue, so it would certainly be equally suitable for a more low-key affair.

Outside, you and your significant other can join together in matrimony as you say your vows, join hands, and declare ‘I do’ for all your guests to hear. In front of the large pergola on the lawn, you can stand with your partner as you commit yourselves to each other, while the wedding party are seated, watching on. Around the grounds, there are a great deal of places for photo opportunities after the romantic ceremony.

Inside, the wedding party can relax in a banquet hall as the revelries begin and the party atmosphere ramps up. Your guests can be seated comfortably at round tables as everyone enjoys the cuisine and beverages served up.

As the couple of honor and a few select guests are seated at the head table, the speeches and toasts can begin in earnest once everyone is ready.

These charming and contemporary interiors truly provide a great place for the magical reception memories to be formed.

Services Offered

Thanks to the availability of an event planner, the newlyweds can truly enjoy their day without fretting too much as they receive some assistance along the way. River Oaks Golf Course’s event planning staff can lend a hand with everything you need to make the day perfect. From the major details to the minor touches, they can guide you, offering setup and cleanup services as well.

Cuisine

As part of their planning services, River Oaks Golf Course can help couples choose the right type of food for them and their friends and family. Offering fine cuisine of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, plated entrees, buffet meals, delicious desserts, and more, they provide a wide selection. So, whether you and your guests are dining on marinated chicken skewers, oven-baked salmon, or muffins, palates are sure to be pleased.

Bartenders can also serve wine, beer, cider, and more for everyone’s enjoyment.

  • Black-owned
  • Asian-owned
  • Hispanic or Latinx-owned
  • LGBTQ+-owned
  • Native American-owned
  • Pacific Islander-owned
  • Veteran-owned
  • Woman-owned

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$4,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$750

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

What is the maximum capacity of your venue?

250

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Country/Golf Club

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What event services do you offer?

Event Planner

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

10 Reviews

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Rated
4.8
out of 5.0
Recommended by 97% of couples
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    Gary Married on 12/12/2015
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    I rarely rate anything with the highest score across the board. River Oaks Golf Course is one experience I have to give across the board top scores. Their only limit is the size of their reception area. Everything else was simply outstanding. The preparation work with Sue was top notch. The decorations and room set up were great. Very easy and flexible to work with. The food was simply outstanding and hit of the night (other than my father/daughter dance of course). And to top it off, it is a great value that only the bride's family is aware of! I would highly recommend considering and using this venue for a wedding. I have 4 more daughter's to marry, so I'll put my money where my comments are!
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    Sue, Russ and the staff truly made our ceremony absolutely perfect. The ceremony took place at the gazebo with a beautiful view of the River. The river is not close to the property but you are able to get beautiful photos with it in the background! Absolutely stunning pictures!! The chairs along with set up and take down are all included in the outdoor ceremony fee. Luckily we did not have rain on our wedding day but, if we did they move everything inside. Really put us at ease.

    The banquet room is absolutely gorgeous!! The drapery with lighting added so much elegance to the facility. They have a beautiful back bar with a patio that is for your wedding guest to enjoy. The staff is always on their toes trying to make you day absolutely perfect! They are willing to set up anyway you want it which allowed us to personalize our wedding even more!
    The food was superb! Our guest gave us too many complements to count! Everything was perfect!! Could not have picked a more perfect venue for our wedding!
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    Rebecca Married on 03/22/2014
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    Sue O'Connell, who is the event coordinator, is an absolute pro! But, her team was full of above-expectation go-getters. We were thrilled with how the venue looked, the service we got, but we also felt like the team was extraordinary. Our guests LOVED the food - CHICKEN!! - and they were so easy to work with.

Awards

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11099 South Hwy 61 Cottage Grove, MN, 55016
6514383627
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River Oaks Golf Course frequently asked questions

What items and services are included in the starting site fee at River Oaks Golf Course?

River Oaks Golf Course includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables

At River Oaks Golf Course, what items and services related to wedding catering are included in the cost?

River Oaks Golf Course includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)

At River Oaks Golf Course, what does the bar service starting price include?

The bar service starting price at River Oaks Golf Course includes:
  • Bartender(s)

What are the most important characteristics of River Oaks Golf Course in terms of venue type, style and location?

The space offered by River Oaks Golf Course for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Country/Golf Club

What kind of indoor/outdoor options are available at River Oaks Golf Course for wedding events?

River Oaks Golf Course offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor

What kind of wedding events does River Oaks Golf Course offer?

River Oaks Golf Course offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception

What services does River Oaks Golf Course offer for wedding events?

River Oaks Golf Course offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Event Planner

What percentage of users recommend River Oaks Golf Course and which are the most valued aspects of their wedding services?

River Oaks Golf Course is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in flexibility, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in value and 4.7 in quality of service.

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