We stayed at Grandpa's Pool House for a bachelorette party, and it was the perfect setting. We…read moredidn't want to bring any decorations, which worked out great because the space is already full of awesome vintage details, plenty of Instagram-worthy photo ops, plus cute cups, wigs, and costumes that are perfect for a bachelorette celebration. The house layout was great for a medium-ish groups: two bedrooms on the main floor, a loft with a couch (and room for an air mattress), and two bedrooms downstairs. We had a group of 12, which I'd say is probably the max, a few people ended up sleeping on couches and I'm not sure how comfortable they were. The indoor pool was such a highlight! We spent most of our time there. It's heated, has Bluetooth speakers for music, and even a projector (though we didn't end up using it). There were plenty of floaties, and it was a great space to relax and hang out as a group. The pool could have been just a bit warmer, but we went in the spring when it was still a little chilly outside--I imagine it's perfect in the summer when the sun warms the space more naturally. Parking was super easy. All 12 of our cars fit in the driveway with no issues, and the house was easy to find. A few small cons: * Since we visited in spring, I'm not sure the place had gotten its full seasonal cleaning yet, some of the windowsills and the area outside were pretty dirty. * The fridge was a bit small for a group of our size. Definitely bring extra coolers, especially if you're stocking up on drinks. * There's no recycling available. We ended up bringing all our recycling home because we didn't want to throw it in the trash.

From the owner: Perfect space for bachelorette party, birthday party or any celebration. Every part of the house is…read moredecorated in 70s/80s decor. Indoor pool, creek in the back yard, vintage motorcycle in the basement and vintage car parked out front. Endless opportunities for photoshoots and adventure.

PREMIERE WEDDING VENUE…read more This new, easy to find, and picturesque farm venue will not disappoint you. The whole property is squeeky clean with an impeccably manicured lawn. You turn jn on a windy private road that takes you right over a substantial creek that could not be more enchanting. It is perfection in nature, and even the quaint bridge looks like it grew there. The hosta and floral gardens that line the driveway are delightful and finish setting the tone for the event. Ample parkjng is available , very close to the barn/reception. Not only is this barn new, it is AIR CONDITIONED! !! BOOM !! The architect and designer really nailed it on this facility. There is a comfy Bride's Room (with private restroom), a Grooms Area, a large walk up bar, large restrooms, a tall ceiling, and a small kitchen for the caterers. For me, the the most incredible feature was the giant sized barn doors located behind the head table. When they were majestically flung open, the sun and outside came in. It was almost spiritual, like when the Priest opens the Holy Doors. There were a couple lawn games for guests to enjoy, several tables under a shaded porch, a patio with a huge firepit, and lots of room for frolicking outside. Wine barrels were everywhere so there was always someplace to set your beverage. The ceremony site I saw was hidden and absolutely stunning. Perfectly etched out of the prevailing landscape. They had folding chairs, a metal arch that the florist decorated, and it was all shaded. I understand that there are a few different ceremony sites to choose from. Absolutely stunning. G E T M A R R I E D H E R E

Alpha & Omega Farm was such a fun experience and absolutely worth the 45-minute to hour drive from…read morethe Twin Cities! I chose it for my birthday celebration, and it ended up being the perfect setting. There's plenty of grass parking and lots of space to spread out with lawn chairs or picnic blankets. We grabbed a table in the open gazebo, which worked perfectly for our group. I'd recommend arriving early if you want a spot near the stage, where they have live music throughout the evening. The farm opens at 5 p.m., but you can arrive as early as 4:30 to order pizza. I HIGHLY recommend reserving your crust online. It's $10, but that goes toward your pizza purchase. They also have a limited number of walk-ups available each night. We tried the Guyro and Millie the Meatlover pizzas. The Guyro had seasoned lamb, cheese, cucumber, tomato, and tzatziki and was such a unique combination, but the Meatlover was my favorite! It had plenty of Canadian bacon, pepperoni, and sausage with a great meat-to-cheese ratio. We also got the cheese curds with marinara, and definitely get some dill ranch for dipping! My one miss was the $7.50 Blueberry Basil Lemonade. I didn't get much blueberry or basil flavor and thought it tasted more like a watered-down pink lemonade. My brother's rum and Coke, on the other hand, was pretty strong for the price. You can also bring your own beverages. There's plenty to do while you wait for your pizza. The farm has pigs, alpacas, donkeys, cows, goats, plus games like cornhole and basketball. Between the animals, games, live music, and open space, it's also VERY kid-friendly. One of my favorite parts was meeting the owner, Kim, who took some time to show us around. I loved hearing about her vision of creating a welcoming space centered around community. They even have accommodations on the property and can host private events. A few things to know before you go: Bring plates, napkins, utensils, containers for leftover pizza, and a trash bag because those aren't provided. The bathrooms are also porta-potties, so come prepared! Overall, this felt like a little summer getaway without traveling far from Minneapolis. Come early, reserve your pizza, bring your picnic supplies, and make an evening out of it. I'd absolutely come back!

Every corner of this place tells a story of love and dedication. Everyone mentions the welcoming…read moreowner and she really is outstanding. I went during a Father's Day Sunday with live music and I need to shout out to the partner who is making and selling the homemade cookies for $6. I can't stop thinking about those cookies - they are Glorious! The food here is farm fresh and my husband noticed the fresh tomato on the pizza immediately. Things to know upfront: - reserve/put a deposit down on your crust online ($10 plus tax) It is highly recommended. You pay for the full pizza once you order at the hut. They will ask for your name when you walk up. 1 crust typically feeds 2 people. - there is free farm parking - bring your own napkins, plates, and utensils (they do have a farm kit you can get if not for extra $) - this is a zero waste place so carry out your garbage recycling - no pets / children need to be supervised - you can rent one of their group seating spaces or find seating if any tables are open. We brought lawn chairs just incase as advised. We didn't need to use them on the mellow day we were in. -satellite restrooms onsite We loved visiting!! Thank you

would give 0 stars if I could. walked in and was treated like I was at the Restaurant at Mall of…read moreAmerica Dicks Last resort treatment from the waitress. walked out after ordering and being told "oh your one of those people" for ordering no tomatoes on a taco. Never will be back.

Negative stars! The manager Michelle was so rude when we arrived and treated us so badly that 5…read moreminutes into dealing with her, my family and I left. She greeted us rolling her eyes, telling me what I should've done, and when I told her I didn't know, she said "well I'm telling you now". I was in shock! No one deserves to be treated that way, so embarrassing! Take your business elsewhere, I will never step foot here again.

This place is super cute and cozy! When we went, they had live music under the tent outside, plenty…read moreof space to sit at tables or on a blanket in the grass. They had a couple sets of bag games and allowed dogs outside. Service was super nice and welcoming. They offered wood fire pizza, local beer and plenty of wine options. We bought a bottle of one of their dry reds and sat outside to listen to the live music. The only thing was that their wine was decent and not my favorite. Would still recommend and will definitely be back!

Went to this location on the way to Taylor Falls and was a perfect little relaxing spot. They…read moreprimarily carry fruit wine so if that is your jam this is your type of location . Can't go wrong with 5 tastings for $5! They do have options for cheese plates and they do have a wood fire pizza as well but was unaware prior so did not have room for this today. Location was on a gravel road FYI but not that far in. Employees were helpful when asking questions about the wine. Plenty of seating for a relaxing day indoor and out. I usually prefer a Marquette but did find a few oak flavored wines here. Perfect stop from the Twin Cities to Taylor Falls to take in the beautiful outdoors.

All were great! view was beautiful, very good food and service! Recommend the prime rib for sure…read morebut have been there several times and everything has been great!!

Service was perfect and fun! I didn't realize from Yelp that it's a golf course lol. The fish tacos…read morewere amazing and fresh!!!!

Wow! Keri runs a tight ship, honestly such a well kept farm it's truly impressive! The farm tour…read morewas great, highly suggest doing that to get to know the staff the animals and the story of the farm. We had a blast interacting with the animals. The farm shop is adorable with lots of awesome locally made goodies. This past weekend I signed up for goat yoga with a friend, it was Fun - I don't know If I would consider it relaxing with goats head butting each other for some of the food you have while doing yoga. Definitely a fun bucket list experience for me - nothing like a 45lbs goat on your back.

Best farm ever! So fun! Prices are also great and worth it!! The alpacas and llamas are so friendly…read moreI will definitely come back here! Great stop if you're in town!

I just had my daughter's wedding here this past week end. What a FANTASTIC venue!…read moreThis was a perfect place to have her DYI celebration. We were able to create an event that was totally personal. THANK YOU BACK SHED!

From the owner: Introducing... The BackShed!…read more We wanted to bring something bigger & better to Royalton for all of your events, and we are doing just that! We purchased the old Smieja Implement in Royalton and are in the process of transforming the "BackShed" (a 40' x 105' pole shed) into a beautiful venue for all your party needs! We are planning to be open in April, 2023! Contact us by email (thebackshed@yahoo.com) or telephone (320-247-5109) with questions and bookings!

We loved having our wedding here. The owner is phenomenal! He worked with us to have our special…read moreday on a date not originally possible and gave us a military discount! Dennis also is very kind, personable, and passionate about what he does. Our wedding planner Elizabeth was great! We loved how beautiful it was an show flexible the staff was. You won't regret going with Erickson farmsteads! They also gave us a super sweet gift of two mugs, tea, and coffee!

Thank you to Dennis with his kind hospitality. I own Dance Dynamics down the road and Dennis was…read moremore than accommodating welcoming us onto his property to take our dance photos. He was generous in letting us us his barn and made sure we had heat to keep the little ones warm. Thank you for your generosity.

Beautiful, century old family farm lovingly converted to a fabulous venue space. Picturesque…read moregrounds with lots of photo opportunities, bridal suite and groomsmen rooms, lower level bar - food and seating area. Upstairs has an expansive deck with breathtaking views, another bar or dessert area, stage, dance floor and more. Elevator for handicap , elderly or those with stair challenges, plenty of parking including handicap right next to the building. Expansive yet intimate. Elegant but affordable. Weddings, proms, graduation, other events! Take the virtual tour on the web page. Staff is great, and accommodating but food is a bit pricey.