We know planning an event or weekend getaway comes with lots of questions. Our FAQs are here to make things simple—covering details about booking, accommodations, vendors, and more.
Petite Acres features 29 beds across 12 unique lodging units — ranging from cozy 1-bed suites to a 4-bedroom main home and a dreamy sleepover home. Perfect for groups of all sizes.
Yes! You can reserve the entire property for full buyouts — ideal for weddings, retreats, or family gatherings. Reach out for custom pricing and availability.
Yes, Oak Studio, our wellness and fitness space, is accessible 24/7 for overnight guests and retreat attendees. You’ll receive a personalized access code with your stay.
Yes. All lodging units and shared amenities use secure keyless entry systems. You’ll receive your custom access code prior to check-in.
Absolutely. We offer complimentary high-speed fiber Wi-Fi across the entire property, strong enough for streaming, Zoom calls, or working remotely.
Château Aster comfortably fits up to 205 guests for cocktail-style events. For seated weddings or dinners with a dance floor, we recommend 150–180 guests.
Yes. We offer a fully equipped catering kitchen with prep space and vendor access — designed to support plated dinners, buffets, and custom menus.
Petite Acres is located at 1109 E. Buffalo Street, New Buffalo, MI. The entrance is on Bell Avenue, just off Red Arrow Highway.
Yes — we’re under 90 minutes from downtown Chicago by car and just a few minutes from the New Buffalo Amtrak station. Our location is convenient for guests traveling from across the Midwest.
Check-in is at 4pm. Check-out is by 10am to allow for same-day turnovers and cleaning.
Early check-in / late check-out requests are subject to availability and may require an additional fee.
All lodging units use secure keyless entry. You'll receive a unique access code prior to arrival.
Petite Acres is a private property with limited access. Only registered guests and approved vendors are permitted.
Yes, all bedding and towels are provided and refreshed as needed.
We’re surrounded by trees and while we do our best to keep bugs away, bug spray is recommended for when you venture into the woods.
We offer workouts, movies, yoga, sound baths, guided hikes, wine tastings, and more—depending on season and availability. Reach out for our current activity menu.
Petite Acres partners with trusted caterers and private chefs. Ask us for recommendations—or let us help coordinate meals for your group or event.
We’re just a short drive to several beautiful beaches and wineries in the New Buffalo area.
Petite Acres can comfortably sleep up to 55 guests across our collection of beautifully designed suites.
Petite Acres offers a beautifully curated mix of suites and private spaces, designed to comfortably host up to 55 overnight guests. Each suite is named after a local flower or plant, with interiors thoughtfully styled to reflect that bloom’s character, palette, and mood.
Our accommodations include:
Maison Foxglove — 4 bedrooms (2 kings, 2 queens + 1 twin) · 2.5 bathrooms
Eight Two-Bedroom Suites — each with 2 queen bedrooms · 1 bathroom
Two One-Bedroom Suites — each with a king bedroom · 1 bathroom
Pied-à-Terre Bunkhouse — sleeps up to 10 across two rooms (3 twins + 3 fulls) · each room has its own ensuite bathroom
Every suite is designed for ease and comfort, with amenities tailored to the type of unit:
One-Bedroom & Two-Bedroom Suites
Kitchenette (mini fridge, microwave, toaster, coffee maker)
Essentials: plates, glassware, silverware
TV in the living area
Pied-à-Terre Bunkhouse
Full kitchen with fridge, stove, stovetop, microwave, and dishwasher
Coffee maker + kitchen essentials
TV in the living area
Two ensuite bedrooms
Maison Foxglove
Full kitchen with all major appliances
Coffee maker + kitchen essentials
Washer and dryer
Multiple gathering areas
Yes — event bookings are officially open!
You can reach our events team at gatherings@petiteacres.com or complete our inquiry form here:
https://www.petiteacres.com/inquiries.htm
We welcome a wide range of celebrations and gatherings, including weddings, corporate retreats, wellness retreats, milestone celebrations, and bar and bat mitzvahs. If your event brings people together beautifully, we’re here for it.
Your venue rental includes everything needed for a seamless celebration:
200 chairs
Twenty 60” round tables
Ten cocktail tables
Dance floor
AV sound system
Barware
Additional décor, linen, lighting, tenting, and specialty rentals can be brought in as desired.
For event weekends, all on-site suites are reserved as the event room block for your guests. This includes Maison Foxglove, all two-bedroom and one-bedroom suites, and the Pied-à-Terre. No outside guests will stay on property during your event.
Lodging is not included in the venue rental and is handled separately through our hospitality partner, Anchor Point Premier Vacations. Their team will provide a lodging agreement and manage guest reservations, payments, and all room block details.
Catering is not included. Petite Acres partners with a curated selection of exceptional third-party caterers, giving you flexibility in style, cuisine, and budget.
Absolutely! We have a growing network of incredible caterers, planners, florists, DJs, bands, photographers, videographers, transportation partners, and more. We’re happy to share recommendations and help you build your dream vendor team as we get off the ground.
While Petite Acres sleeps up to 55 overnight guests, we know weddings and retreats often require more. We partner with several nearby hotels, inns, and vacation rentals and are happy to provide recommendations for your overflow accommodations.
We offer multiple beautiful backup options, including:
A tented celebration
Indoor seated arrangements in Château Aster
A room flip coordinated with your planner and vendors
Our team ensures your day stays seamless, no matter the weather.
Yes. We require at minimum a Month-Of Coordinator for all weddings at Petite Acres. This ensures your day runs smoothly and allows our team to focus on hospitality and the guest experience.
Our overnight accommodations are lovingly cared for and professionally managed by Anchor Point Premier Vacations. Once your event is booked, their team will share a separate lodging agreement and handle all guest reservations, payments, and room block details—making the process seamless for you and your guests.
Yes, outside vendors are welcome with prior approval. All vendors must carry proper insurance and follow Petite Acres’ guidelines for load-in, setup, and cleanup. We’re happy to help coordinate logistics with your planner.
No. Our yurts, Dusk and Dawn, are dedicated experience spaces used for meditation, workshops, tastings, small gatherings, and wellness sessions. They are not used for lodging.
Yes - we have several indoor and outdoor spaces available for additional weekend events such as welcome parties, rehearsal dinners, and Sunday brunches. Reach out to our events team for options and availability.
Smoking and vaping are permitted only in designated outdoor areas. They are not allowed inside any buildings or suites.
Yes. Outdoor amplified sound must conclude by 11pm in accordance with local ordinances. Indoor events may continue with doors closed and sound managed in coordination with your planner and entertainment team.
For guest safety and local compliance, fireworks and open-flame sparklers are not permitted. Cold sparklers or other approved send-off options may be allowed with prior approval from our team.
A signed contract and initial deposit are required to secure your date. Remaining payments follow a scheduled timeline leading up to your event. Your full payment schedule will be outlined in your proposal and contract.
We do not provide day-of coordination. For all weddings at Petite Acres, we require hiring a licensed Month-Of Coordinator (or a coordinator for your full planning experience to ensure your event runs smoothly from setup through teardown.
Yes — we offer guided tours by appointment. To schedule a visit, email gatherings@petiteacres.com or submit an inquiry through our website.
Your venue rental includes chairs, tables, cocktail tables, barware, and the dance floor. Linens, tableware, specialty rentals, and décor can be brought in through your caterer, florists, or other rental and vendor partners. We’re happy to recommend trusted vendors.
Yes, our event venue and primary pathways are ADA-accessible. Several suites offer ground-level entry as well. If you have specific accessibility needs, let our team know and we’ll ensure a smooth visit.
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