Stevenson Farms Bed & Breakfast and Harvest Spa

If you are dreaming of a scenic wedding with country side and forest views and an elegant banquet-hall atmosphere, this venue fits the picture. Located in Alliston, Ontario an easy 1 hour easy drive from Toronto, Stevenson Farms Spa and Event Centre is a venue that specializes in creating unique weddings that will be remembered by everyone. The setting also allows couples to celebrate their milestone moment against the backdrop of over 190 years of history. The antique buildings and tranquil property combined help make for a memorable location well suited to wedding gatherings of all kinds.

Facilities and Capacity

Stevenson Farms Bed & Breakfast and Harvest Spa is a historical site and the former weekend home and summer retreat of Theodore Loblaw (founder of Loblaws). This unique century home includes nine guestrooms for overnight stays. Harvest Spa is located on site and provides all services to help you and your wedding party and guests get ready for your special day or perhaps a chance for the ladies to have some time to themselves before the fun begins! The spa is full licensed and we can provide snacks while you enjoy your time. The beautiful 1920's wood-panelled banquet hall with a real wood-burning fireplace offers an elegant reception space for up to 65 dinner guests. The outdoor courtyard lit with twinkle lights, torches and fire pit, features breathtaking views of Alliston's countryside and sunsets. It can easily accommodate up to 250 individuals for large tent weddings from May to October. The property also features a private drive-in movie theatre where pictures of the bride and groom can be shown during the reception or can be used as a Friday night movie night with the wedding party, family and friends after the rehersal dinner.

Services Offered

Stevenson Farms Bed & Breakfast and Harvest Spa employs enthusiastic, experienced and professional staff to provide excellent guidance to couples hosting their wedding here. The team can recommend many expert local wedding suppliers, suitable for your special occasion. The wedding package offers soon-to-be-weds the following services:

• Exclusive use of the nearly 200 year old historical Loblaws estate
• All accommodations with breakfast for 23 overnight guests
• Bridal suite
• Catering and bar services
• Team of service professionals that will go above the call to make sure your wedding is perfect
• Use of Spa Services as an extra request

History

This property was originally settled in 1832 by William Stevenson and his wife, Elizabeth Pringle. They immigrated from Edinburgh, Scotland before settling in Canada. Originally, they built a log home, which was later replaced by a 12-room building in 1850. Their grandson, Theodore Loblaw, refurbished this house in 1927, turning it into a summer getaway haven. It also featured three sun porches, a billiard room and banquet halls. The farmland was eventually sold, but the grand house and large part of the property is still in the possession of William Stevenson’s 6th generation family descendent.

Sue and Stephan Milne, and their daughters Molly and Shannon are the current 6th nd 7th generation family owners. Sue and Stephan purchased the property in 2003. They lovingly restored the property to its former glorious state and have added an 1100 sq. ft. full service, organic spa complere with couples massage room. The property is open for overnight guests, weddings and events of all kinds, and provides exquisite spa services in a relaxing and memorable environment.