Kris Ziegler | The Gardens of Castle Rock

Picturesque Spring Wedding Under a Lush Green Canopy ~ Real Wedding Spotlight

Loren and Kellen’s May wedding day was a celebration of love, natural beauty, and timeless romance. Set against the lush backdrop of the vibrant Gardens’ greenery and custom-built timber-frame structures, their special day blended deeply personal, heartfelt moments with high-energy celebration. Their thoughtful ceremony among friends and family in the Lath House featured a sentimental wine box unity ceremony, sealing away a bottle of Paso Robles AVA’s 2014 Truth & Valor Zinfandel—the same wine they shared on their very first date, a bottle Kellen had thoughtfully saved ever since. From their serene first look and exchanging handwritten vows in the Wedding in the Woods ceremony site to dancing the night away beneath a canopy of draped fabric and glowing string lights in the Wedding Reception Tent, every detail captured the joyful, deeply meaningful spirit of their new beginning.

A wooden welcome table styled with pastel floral arrangements and signs, positioned beneath a heavy timber-frame arbor with string lights on a paved outdoor patio at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

A warm welcome right from the start! The rustic, hand-crafted Grindbygg-inspired pergola cradles the welcome and guest book table, nestled among lush garden greenery and warm bistro lights. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Large wedding party lined up outdoors on a green lawn beneath vibrant tree branches, with bridesmaids in soft green floral dresses and groomsmen in matching light blue suits posing alongside the bride and groom at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

Surrounded by the best crew! Loren and Kellen celebrating their special day alongside their loved ones in light blue and soft sage green. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Close-up of a wooden wedding welcome table set up outdoors, featuring a pastel floral arrangement in a white pitcher, a framed gold "Gifts & Cards" mirror sign, a wine bottle for guest messages, and a flower-trimmed card box all at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

Loren and Kellen’s welcome table paired vibrant pastel florals and gold accents with a creative “Message in a Bottle” guest station and card box. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

A large A-frame cruck timber entryway structure with heavy wooden logs spanning over a paved walkway lined with lush green trees, stone landscaping, and a white welcome sign at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

Grand entries start here! Our handcrafted cruck timber frame‘s architecture meets natural garden greenery at The Gardens of Castle. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

A curved wooden cruck timber-frame archway lined with cafe string lights spans over a stone-paved walkway, leading towards the vine-covered Lath House set within landscaped garden terraces of The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

Guests were guided down the paver pathway toward the Lath House ceremony site beneath the handcrafted curved covered timber frame archway. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

A wide paved ceremony aisle at The Gardens of Castle Rock leading under a large cruck timber-frame pergola interwoven with green vines and potted floral arrangements lining the entrance at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

Bathed in dappled sunlight, the vine-covered Lath House at The Gardens of Castle Rock was set for Loren and Kellen’s ceremony, complete with potted floral accents flanking the paved aisle. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Smiling bride holding a bouquet as she approaches her groom from behind during a first look moment in a grassy clearing surrounded by lush green trees at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

That first look feeling! Loren approaching Kellen for their sweet first look moment out at the Wedding in The Woods ceremony site. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Bride in an off-the-shoulder white wedding gown reading a paper letter to her groom in a light blue suit while holding his hands at the Wedding in The Woods ceremony site at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

Sharing sweet, private vows before saying “I do.” Loren and Kellen exchange handwritten notes under the trees of the Wedding in The Woods ceremony site. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

A smiling bride in an off-the-shoulder white gown holding a bouquet of pink and white flowers walks arm-in-arm with her father in a navy suit down a paved aisle in the Lath House at The Gardens of Castle Rock.

A radiant walk down the Lath House aisle for Loren and her dad. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Back view of a bride in an off-the-shoulder white dress and long veil walking down a stone paver aisle of the Lath House with her father past seated wedding guests at The Gardens of Castle Rock.

All eyes on the bride! Loren makes her way down the aisle beneath the vine-draped Lath House as guests look on, taking in every moment before the ceremony begins. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

An outdoor wedding ceremony taking place under the Lath House covered in greenery and bistro lights. The bride in an off-the-shoulder white gown and long veil holds hands with the groom in a light blue suit while an officiant speaks. A bridesmaid in a sage green dress kneels to adjust the train of the bride's dress. Guests sit and watch from folding chairs on a stone patio. This is all held at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

It’s all in the details—and the crew that makes sure every moment looks effortless. There’s nothing quite like saying “I do” surrounded by lush greens, warm bistro lights, and the people who have your back (and your train!) in the Lath House. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

A wide shot of an outdoor wedding ceremony beneath the Lath House, a large wooden trellis covered in green foliage and glowing string lights. The bride and groom hold hands at the altar, flanked by bridesmaids in sage green dresses and groomsmen in light blue suits, with seated wedding guests filling the stone patio at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

Under the canopy of the Lath House, surrounded by green leaves, warm lights, and the people who matter most. There’s something truly magical about an outdoor ceremony when The Gardens is in full bloom. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

A bride and groom participate in a wine box ceremony during their wedding in the Lath House at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN. The bride holds a wine bottle while the groom opens a curved wooden box on a rustic table, with groomsmen in light blue suits standing out of focus in the background under string lights.

Sealing away memories to open on a future anniversary. A wine box ceremony is such a timeless and meaningful tradition to weave into your wedding day. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Groom in a light blue suit kissing the hand of a smiling bride holding a floral bouquet as they walk down the aisle of the Lath House at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

Sealed with a kiss! Loren and Kellen walking into forever surrounded by loved ones in the Lath House. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Back view of a bride in an elegant white gown with a flowing veil holding hands with her groom in a light blue suit as they walk along a paved stone pathway toward the Lath House Covered Pergola and Cruck Frame at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

Loren and Kellen soaking in those newlywed moments as they walk towards the Lath House Covered Pergola and Cruck Frame Timber Built Covered Structure. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Bride in an off-the-shoulder white gown signing a marriage license with a pen while her groom in a light blue suit leans in and watches with a smile. All in The Gardens Suite at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

Making it official! Loren signing the marriage license with Kellen in The Gardens Suite. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Spacious wedding reception tent with flowing white ceiling draping, brick paver flooring, round and long wooden tables, and young birch trees wrapped in white fabric accenting the support posts at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

Bringing the beauty of The Gardens under the canopy of the Wedding Reception Tent. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

A tall white wooden seating chart board titled "our favorite people" sitting at the entrance of a wedding tent, decorated with potted flowers and woven baskets at the base at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

Welcome to “our favorite people”! Every detail set to welcome guests to an unforgettable evening under the pavilion lights of the Wedding Reception Tent. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Close-up of a wedding reception table centerpiece featuring a printed table number six card with childhood photos, tall taper candles in glass cylinders, small bud vases with white flowers, and sage green napkins in the Wedding Reception Tent at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

It’s all in the details! Table 6 features sweet childhood photos of Loren and Kellen, paired with elegant brass taper candles, delicate white blooms, and sage green accents. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Close-up of Gardens Cedar Banquet Table set with vintage-style pink, green, and blue goblet glasses, soft pastel napkins, and delicate floral arrangements in the Wedding Reception Tent at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

Pastel perfection on the head table! Vintage-inspired pink, blue, and green goblets add the sweetest touch of color to the Gardens Cedar Banquet Tables and soft garden blooms. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Smiling bride in a strapless white gown and groom in a light blue suit holding hands and walking together along a stone paver patio framed by rustic timber-frame structures and potted plants.

Loren and Kellen prepare for their grand entrance in the Wedding Reception Tent as they are introduced as the new Mr. & Mrs. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Bride and groom sharing a romantic kiss at their reception head table under a draped pavilion ceiling, surrounded by cheering wedding guests, glowing candles, and colorful floral centerpieces.

Cheers to the newlyweds! Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Smiling bride in a white gown and groom in a light blue suit dancing together on a stone paver dance floor under draped ceiling fabric and warm twinkling string lights inside a reception tent.

Loren and Kellen twirling into forever during their first dance under a canopy of twinkling lights in the Wedding Reception Tent. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Joyful bride in a sparkly white sequin mini dress dancing with her arm raised alongside her groom in a light blue suit and guests on a outdoor dance floor under string lights.

Loren takes the dance floor accompanied by Kellen in her stunning reception mini dress. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Bride in a white strapless gown holding hands with her groom in a light blue suit as they walk down a paved stone aisle under a wooden pergola adorned with warm string lights.

Loren and Kellen share a quiet, glowing moment in the Lath House. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

As the golden hour sets in, the first day of the rest of their lives comes to an end and the adventure together begins. Photo credit: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Vendor Spotlight:

Catering & Dessert: Divine Swine

Beverage Service: LiquidMotion

Bridal Footwear: Amazon

Bridal Jewelry: Amazon

Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Revelry

Day-of Coordination: Weddings By Kassidi

DJ: Nicolas Thomas Entertainment

Engagement Ring: Continental Diamond

Event Decorator: We’ve Got It Covered

Groom’s Attire: Milbern Clothing

Groomsmen’s Attire: Milbern Clothing

Hotel: Holiday Inn & Suites – Lakeville | Candlewood Suites – Lakeville | Quality Inn Lakeville North

Makeup: Midwest Makeup

Photography: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Shuttle Service: Schmitty & Sons

Wedding Bands: Etsy

Wedding Gown: Vow’d

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A long row of vintage wooden Country Industrial tables with dark legs set for a wedding reception with greenery garlands, glass cylinder candles, and wooden chairs in the Wedding Reception Tent at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

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Country Industrial™ Head Tables

Bring authentic vintage character to your event layout with our Country Industrial™ Tables. Dating back to the 1940s, these historic statement tables feature beautifully aged wood surfaces paired with dark tapered legs, offering the perfect blend of rustic charm and industrial heritage.

Couples can rent up to four of these 8-foot-long tables to create an expansive, visually striking head table display for the wedding party. Beyond a traditional head table, their versatile size and unique, time-worn patina make them ideal for a variety of reception focal points—such as an eye-catching guest book and welcome station, a gift and card display, a dessert or late-night snack buffet, a memorial table, or a cozy head table setup for smaller wedding parties. Their generous length serves as an effortless canvas for lush greenery garlands, candle arrangements, or vintage chair pairings. Complete with on-site pre-delivery and positioning directly on the grounds, adding these one-of-a-kind vintage tables ensures a seamless setup and an unforgettable design for your event space. $100 each.

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Rustic Refined™ Sweetheart Table

Create an unforgettable focal point for your reception with our Rustic Refined™ Sweetheart Table. Handcrafted with organic log timber legs and a rich, weathered-wood tabletop, this statement piece perfectly balances natural charm with timeless elegance. Measuring 60″ L x 30″ W x 33″ H, it is designed to seat two comfortably, offering an intimate space for your first meal together as newlyweds—making for stunning photos that capture the magic of your celebration. Featuring artisanal, hand-milled timber construction with natural woodgrain details and rustic log framing, this versatile piece pairs effortlessly with lush floral garlands, greenery, votive candles, or vintage seating options. Beyond serving as a sweetheart head table, its flexible function makes it ideal for a dessert presentation, guest book station, or memorial display. For total peace of mind, your rental includes on-site convenience with pre-delivery and positioning right on the grounds of The Gardens for a seamless setup on your event day.

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A set of four black metal Tolix-style industrial chairs grouped together on a plain white background.

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Country Industrial™ Head Table Chairs

Add a sleek, modern edge to your wedding reception with our Country Industrial™ Chairs, available exclusively for couples celebrating their special day at The Gardens of Castle Rock. Crafted from durable matte-black metal, these classic Tolix-style chairs combine clean architectural lines with urban rustic charm. Perfect for head tables, sweetheart tables, or framing key seating areas, this set of 20 rental chairs pairs effortlessly with natural wooden tables, vibrant floral designs, and glowing candlelit setups to create a memorable statement look. $10 each.

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A row of weathered charcoal wooden X-back chairs lined up alongside a rustic wooden dining table decorated with floral arrangements, folded white napkins, and candle lanterns in the Wedding Reception Tent at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

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Napa Inspired X-Back™ Head Table Chairs

Elevate your head table with our Napa Inspired™ X-Back Chairs, available exclusively for couples celebrating their special day at The Gardens of Castle Rock. The iconic cross-back design blends a timeless bentwood silhouette with an organic, dark distressed finish. This set of 20 head table chairs adds warmth and understated sophistication to your head table, sweetheart table, or family seating. $10 each.

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Vintage Affair™ Head Table Chairs

Bring romantic charm and timeless cottage elegance to your celebration with our white Vintage Affair™ Head Table Chairs. Crafted entirely from wood and finished in crisp white, this hand-picked collection features 20 distinct vintage chairs—each showcasing its own unique silhouette, spindle back detail, carved accents, and character.

Arranged together along your head table or sweetheart table inside the Wedding Reception Tent, this mix-and-match white chair collection provides a bright, airy focal point that bridges classic vintage style with modern reception aesthetics. $10 each.

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Rustic Refined™ Head Table Chairs

Make a memorable statement at the center of your celebration with our Rustic Refined™ Head Table Chairs. Crafted entirely from natural wood, this curated collection features 20 unique vintage-inspired chairs—each boasting its own distinct silhouette, wood grain tone, and backrest design, from classic press-backs and spindle-spoke details to turned-leg artistry.

Arranged together along your head table inside the Wedding Reception Tent, this mix-and-match aesthetic offers a warm, thoughtfully gathered look that feels both relaxed and intentionally styled. Seamlessly complements our Rustic Refined™ Head Tables or Gardens Cedar Banquet Tables for a cohesive, hand-crafted aesthetic. $10 each.

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A detailed view of set reception tables under a bright, white cathedral style tent. In the foreground, a round table draped with a black tablecloth is surrounded by white fan-backed folding chairs. Place settings include white napkins draped over table edges, cutlery, clear glasses, champagne flutes, and votive candle holders surrounding a central lantern arrangement with green foliage. Additional round and long tables stretch into the background, where guests stand and mingle near a rustic wooden wall under soft lighting at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

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Black Linen Package

Elevate your reception aesthetic with the timeless elegance of the Black Linen Package, designed to create a sleek, high-contrast look under the Wedding Reception Tent or across the patio. This all-inclusive rental includes six 120″ round black table linens—perfectly fitted for standard 60″ round guest or accent tables with a graceful floor-length drop—along with six black spandex high-top linens that offer a clean, tailored silhouette for your cocktail hours. To ensure a completely stress-free experience, complete on-site service is provided, with full setup, installation, and end-of-event collection handled directly by our team so you can focus entirely on celebrating.

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Low-angle shot of an outdoor wooden timber-frame pavilion illuminated with warm string lights and colorful purple and pink accent lighting during an evening event at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, MN.

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Programmable Uplighting

Transform your celebration and set the ultimate mood with our set of 8 wireless, programmable uplights. Designed specifically to complement the unique architectural and natural beauty of The Gardens of Castle Rock, this portable lighting set lets you customize the color, intensity, and atmosphere of your big day with complete freedom.

Because each light is 100% wireless and self-powered, there are no messy cords, trip hazards, or placement limitations. Cast a soft, romantic wash of light up the Wedding Reception Tent canvas, or bring out the rustic character of the Garden Pavilion by highlighting its massive timber framing, warm stone walls, and intricate wood joinery with rich accent lighting. You can also use them to add a warm, inviting glow to stone pavers, outdoor bar setups, and patio gathering spaces under the evening sky, or aim them outward to frame your lawn space and illuminate surrounding garden foliage for a magical nighttime backdrop.

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A Gardens Sweetheart Table set with white Vintage Affair™ wooden chairs, eucalyptus and rose garland, backed by the multi-toned wood Rustic Refined™ Wall in the Wedding Reception Tent at The Gardens of Castle Rock in Northfield, Minnesota.

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Rustic Refined™ Wall

Add warmth and character to your reception space with The Gardens’ Rustic Refined Wall. Measuring 6′ x 8′, this handcrafted wood-slat backdrop features rich, multi-toned timber finishes that seamlessly elevate head tables, place card displays, and DIY photo booths. Reserve this versatile wooden backdrop wall to bring an inviting, elevated rustic charm to your outdoor wedding reception.

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Bring authentic vintage character to your event layout with our Country Industrial™ Tables. Dating back to the 1940s, these historic statement tables feature beautifully aged wood surfaces paired with dark tapered legs, offering the perfect blend of rustic charm and industrial heritage.

Rustic Refined™ Sweetheart Table

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