Weddings & Private Events at Washington House

Located in Ann Arbor's historic Old West Side, the Washington House is perfect for outdoor weddings, Bat Mitzvah, Bar Mitzvah, graduation (hold your own private party), defending dissertation, communion, etc. Outdoor site is appropriate for small intimate weddings and gatherings or up to 150 guests.

  • two large bedrooms with two full beds in each
  • one small bedroom with a single bed
  • two full bathrooms
  • spacious living and dining areas
  • full kitchen
  • beautifully landscaped private yard for weddings and events
  • full privacy fence
  • front porch, back deck and parking lot

Just three few short blocks to Ann Arbor's Main Street and a stone's throw from the Ann Arbor YMCA. Walkable from U-M main campus.

Churches within walking distance include: Bethlehem United Church, St. Paul's Luthern Church, Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, New Hope Baptist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Fountain Church of God, Karma Thegsum Choling (Tibetan Buddhist)

Recommended area Caterers:
Zingerman's Catering
Katherine's Cathering
Simply Scrumptious Catering
Angel Food Catering
Shalimar Restaurant (Indian)

Rentals (tents, tables, chairs, etc):
A-1 Rental
Michigan Tent Rental:

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WEDDING WEEKEND PACKAGE:

  • private use of full Washington House, grounds, parking lot. $500/night plus $500/weekend (up to 4 nights) for grounds use.
  • sleeps 5 - 8 people in 3 bedrooms
  • optional use of Burnt Toast Inn on Washington Street (2 blocks away, easy walk) to sleep an additional 6 - 9 people in 4 bedrooms (for an additional fee; subject to availablity)
  • Contact Sarah for details, reservations and also to arrange for a tour of both inns

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12' x 12' gazebo is perfect for wedding ceremony or bandstand
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Sweeping walkway makes a beautiful bridal procession aisle
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Trellis can be used for wedding ceremony, photo opportunities or as a backdrop for entertainment. Full privacy fence completely encloses yard.
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Firepit seating area is beautiful after dusk
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View from outdoor bar area towards Gazebo
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View from the Gazebo looking back towards the house
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Water fountain seating area
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Stone patio can be used for dance floor, bandstand or seating area
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Cut stone table and chairs seating area
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View from back deck of house. Water fountain seating area in right front of photo.
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Water fountain
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Back deck of house
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Large parking lot can be used for seating, dancing or parking. Can be shaded from sun and rain with rented tent.
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Classic Old West Side front porch with porch swing.
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Comfortable living room area
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Spacious dining area
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North Room with two full sized beds
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Full bathroom next to North Room with fully tiled shower
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North Room bathroom
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South Room with two full beds
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Full bathroom next to South Room with fully tiled shower

South Room bathroom

Additional bedroom with one single bed
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Full kitchen is complete with full sized electric range, oven, refrigerator, dishwaher, seating for 4.

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