Price: $3,900 – $13,800
Guests: 120
Bedrooms: 24
Description
Description
Nestled in the rolling countryside of Northumberland County, Whispering Springs Wilderness Retreat offers a one-of-a-kind luxury glamping wedding experience designed for couples seeking a celebration that feels both elevated and deeply connected to nature. From intimate elopements to full weekend wedding buyouts, our retreat features stunning ceremony spaces, stylish safari tents and A-frame cabins, private hot tubs, serene pond views, and unforgettable guest experiences under the stars.
Our team specializes in relaxed yet refined destination-style weddings with on-site accommodations, curated gathering spaces, and a breathtaking natural backdrop that transforms beautifully through every season. Whether you envision a romantic lakeside ceremony, cozy fireside evenings, or a full wedding weekend immersed in nature and luxury, Whispering Springs creates an unforgettable setting for your celebration.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Nina March
Thank you for considering Whispering Springs Wilderness Retreat for your wedding celebration! We know how meaningful this season of life is, and we would feel incredibly honoured to be part of it. Our goal is to create a wedding experience that feels relaxed, romantic, and completely unforgettable — where you and your guests can slow down, reconnect, and celebrate surrounded by nature, luxury, and the people you love most.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2017
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
50
Overview of Whispering Springs
Wedding Venue Type
Garden / Outdoor
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
120
Reception Capacity
120
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
24
Sleeps No. of People
60
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Confetti permitted
Sound system available
Wedding license
Dancefloor available
Wedding Venue Details
Open Flame Permitted
Landscaped gardens
Bridal Changing Facilities
Exclusive use
Outdoor Reception Space
Water view
In-house wedding coordinator
On-site parking
Pet friendly
Wedding Catering
External catering permitted
Alcohol license
In-House Wine List
Bar
Pricing for Whispering Springs
Pricing for Whispering Springs
What's Included?
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Couple accommodation included
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Furniture included
Choice of preferred caterers
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Our Venue fee includes:
- Day of Venue Coordinators
- Golf Cart Shuttling
- 20 ft by 40 ft Covered Pavilion Dance Floor
- 30 ft by 60 ft Covered Reception Pavilion
- 12 Harvest Tables & Chairs
- Custom Live-Edge Head Table & Podium
- Forest Chapel (seats 120)
- Onsite Kitchen Facilities (for caterers only)
- Licensed Bar & Grounds
- Bar Staff
- Wide selection of table decor and Forest Chapel decor to choose from
- Guest Washrooms & Outdoor Shower
- Ample Onsite Parking
- Complimentary Safari Tent for the Bride & Groom the night of the wedding AV Equipment
- Photographic Opportunities & Locations
- Outdoor Heaters & Gas Fire Pits
- Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna & Cold Plunge
- Lawn Games, Badminton & Beach Volleyball
- Onsite Hydro and Electricity
- Tended Communal Campfires
- Use of the grounds for engagement photos
- Infrared Heaters
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- GGoogle Review29/05/2026Out of a DREAM!Out of a DREAM!Whispering Springs is a venue that's straight out of a DREAM! It's not just one of the most beautiful and intentionally curated spaces, it's also managed by the nicest and kindest folks! We had the opportunity to photograph my sister's wedding and it was far too special - and the place had a big part in making it so. Thank you WS for your incredible hospitality and kindnessWhispering Springs is a venue that's straight out of a DREAM! It's not just one of the most beautiful and intentionally curated spaces, it's also managed by the nicest and kindest folks! We had the opportunity to photograph my sister's wedding and it was far too special - and the place had a big part in making it so. Thank you WS for your incredible hospitality and kindness
- GGoogle Review29/05/2026Staff and service here were top notchStaff and service here were top notchStayed here for a friend’s wedding. Had an amazing time. The property is beautiful and the tents are very cozy. They provide heaters and heated blankets. We stayed at moonrise and would recommend it to everyone. The staff and service here were top notch.Stayed here for a friend’s wedding. Had an amazing time. The property is beautiful and the tents are very cozy. They provide heaters and heated blankets. We stayed at moonrise and would recommend it to everyone. The staff and service here were top notch.
- GGoogle Review29/05/2026Would recommend this place 1,000,000 times overWould recommend this place 1,000,000 times overWe eloped at Whispering Springs a few weeks ago and it was absolutely perfect! Everything was amazing from start to finish. The staff were so kind and accommodating, making sure every little detail was taken care of. The location is absolutely stunning, it felt like something out of a dream. We could not have asked for a better spot to say “I do.” Would recommend this place 1,000,000 times over!We eloped at Whispering Springs a few weeks ago and it was absolutely perfect! Everything was amazing from start to finish. The staff were so kind and accommodating, making sure every little detail was taken care of. The location is absolutely stunning, it felt like something out of a dream. We could not have asked for a better spot to say “I do.” Would recommend this place 1,000,000 times over!
- GGoogle Review29/05/2026Whispering Springs is a dream venueWhispering Springs is a dream venueWorking at Whispering Springs was an absolute pleasure, and a big part of that was thanks to Nina, the Events Manager. From our very first interaction to the final song of the night, Nina was organized, responsive, and incredibly supportive. She made everything seamless; answering questions, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring every detail was taken care of with warmth and professionalism. Whispering Springs itself is a dream venue. It combines the peaceful beauty of the Canadian wildernessWorking at Whispering Springs was an absolute pleasure, and a big part of that was thanks to Nina, the Events Manager. From our very first interaction to the final song of the night, Nina was organized, responsive, and incredibly supportive. She made everything seamless; answering questions, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring every detail was taken care of with warmth and professionalism. Whispering Springs itself is a dream venue. It combines the peaceful beauty of the Canadian wilderness
- GGoogle Review29/05/2026Everything is top notchEverything is top notchNothing but amazing things to say about Whispering Springs. Was there for a friends wedding and part of the wedding party, and was not only greeted with such a welcoming staff, but from the rooms, the service, the views - everything is top notch! We got there early, took the opportunity to utilize all the amenities, and everything met if not exceeded expectations. Looking to book another night with the wife as a getaway as soon as we can!Nothing but amazing things to say about Whispering Springs. Was there for a friends wedding and part of the wedding party, and was not only greeted with such a welcoming staff, but from the rooms, the service, the views - everything is top notch! We got there early, took the opportunity to utilize all the amenities, and everything met if not exceeded expectations. Looking to book another night with the wife as a getaway as soon as we can!
- GGoogle Review29/05/2026Tents were beautiful and very cleanTents were beautiful and very cleanWe were attending our son’s wedding over Labour Day weekend. We arrived before noon, as our tent was one of four being used for wedding party to get ready. Tents were beautiful and very clean and surroundings were stunning. Whispering Springs staff worked flawlessly with all the vendors involved to make this wedding memorable. We stayed in amazing Sweet Briar tent which has a balcony, where we enjoyed our morning coffee with sounds of nature. They really thought of everything...We were attending our son’s wedding over Labour Day weekend. We arrived before noon, as our tent was one of four being used for wedding party to get ready. Tents were beautiful and very clean and surroundings were stunning. Whispering Springs staff worked flawlessly with all the vendors involved to make this wedding memorable. We stayed in amazing Sweet Briar tent which has a balcony, where we enjoyed our morning coffee with sounds of nature. They really thought of everything...
- GGoogle Review29/05/2026Venue is beautifulVenue is beautifulI was here for a wedding over the weekend. The staff were very friendly, and the venue is beautiful. I stayed in The Birch, and had a morning coffee with a friend over at one of the tree top tents. Very cool. After a fun night, booted up the sauna, and waited in the pool/hot tub for it to warm up, and followed it with a 'cold plunge' (felt like lake water, and who doesn't love jumping into a lake on a warm September day?).I was here for a wedding over the weekend. The staff were very friendly, and the venue is beautiful. I stayed in The Birch, and had a morning coffee with a friend over at one of the tree top tents. Very cool. After a fun night, booted up the sauna, and waited in the pool/hot tub for it to warm up, and followed it with a 'cold plunge' (felt like lake water, and who doesn't love jumping into a lake on a warm September day?).
- GGoogle Review29/05/2026Absolutely perfect!Absolutely perfect!We had our wedding at Whispering Springs in early September, and it was absolutely perfect! Everyone commented on how unique and beautiful the venue was. The forest chapel is truly magical, it felt like a complete fairy tale come to life. The entire environment is so peaceful and breathtaking, it created the most unforgettable setting for our day. Nina was wonderful to work with, and the whole team there runs like a well-oiled machine. Everything flowed seamlessly...We had our wedding at Whispering Springs in early September, and it was absolutely perfect! Everyone commented on how unique and beautiful the venue was. The forest chapel is truly magical, it felt like a complete fairy tale come to life. The entire environment is so peaceful and breathtaking, it created the most unforgettable setting for our day. Nina was wonderful to work with, and the whole team there runs like a well-oiled machine. Everything flowed seamlessly...
- GGoogle Review29/05/2026Dream wedding!Dream wedding!We had our wedding here and could not have been happier with the support and service we recieved in making our day absolutely perfect and meaningful. Nina and her team are truly a dream to work with. The venue is stunning and peaceful on top of that. All of our guests were raving about the venue and the event itself. Thank you whispering springs for helping us pull off our dream wedding!We had our wedding here and could not have been happier with the support and service we recieved in making our day absolutely perfect and meaningful. Nina and her team are truly a dream to work with. The venue is stunning and peaceful on top of that. All of our guests were raving about the venue and the event itself. Thank you whispering springs for helping us pull off our dream wedding!
- GGoogle Review29/05/2026Beautiful chapel in the woodsBeautiful chapel in the woodsWe celebrated our daughter’s wedding on September 29,2025…..what an amazing day at this amazing resort!!! Beautiful chapel in the woods, beautiful grounds, awesome accommodations and wedding reception area and top notch staff! Thank you for making our daughter’s day so special!!We celebrated our daughter’s wedding on September 29,2025…..what an amazing day at this amazing resort!!! Beautiful chapel in the woods, beautiful grounds, awesome accommodations and wedding reception area and top notch staff! Thank you for making our daughter’s day so special!!
Location & Contact Details for Whispering Springs
Location & Contact Details for Whispering Springs
Travel Notes
Whispering Springs Wilderness Retreat is located approximately 90 minutes east of Toronto in the heart of Northumberland County at 141 Mercer Lane, Grafton, Ontario K0K 2G0.
Using GPS simply enter:
Whispering Springs Wilderness Retreat
141 Mercer Lane, Grafton, ON K0K 2G0
Nearest Town
Colborne
Nearest Motorway & Junction
401 and Highway 25
Nearest Train Station
Cobourg
Nearest Airport
Pearson Airport
FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs
What if it rains?
While we certainly hope that you are blessed with sunny days during your Wilderness Wedding at Whispering Springs, choosing to have your wedding at an outdoor venue means that you are subject to the whims of Mother Nature. In the case of inclement weather we can prepare to have your ceremony in our covered Guest Pavilion, however we advise you to encourage your guests to dress appropriately based on the outdoor temperature and weather forecast.
Does Whispering Springs provide food and food service?
Whispering Springs does not provide catering, food or table service. Please see our list of Preferred Vendors to learn about some excellent caterers in the area (please note: if you decide to use a caterer who is not listed on our Preferred Vendors list a landmark fee will apply).
Do you allow dogs?
If your dog is leashed it is welcome to attend (or star) in your ceremony and socialize during cocktail hour. If you would like your dog to sleep over you will need to book and stay in the Whisper Cabin or Chalet. Please note that your guests are not permitted to bring their dogs and dogs are not permitted to stay in our tents.
Can I bring my own alcohol?
Whispering Springs has both a liquor license and a catering endorsement that encompasses the common areas and the grounds. According to AGCO regulations all alcohol for your wedding/event must be purchased through Whispering Springs Wilderness Retreat. If we find unauthorized alcohol being consumed beyond the tent sites we will confiscate the alcohol and ask your guest to leave the premises.
Are children allowed at Whispering Springs for weddings/events?
Yes, as you will be renting out the entire venue children are more than welcome to attend your wedding.
Can my guests bring their own tent to camp on the property?
Whispering Springs Wilderness Retreat is zoned and operated as a resort, not a campground, therefore according to the bylaws of the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand we are not allowed to have guests pitch and stay in their own tents on the property.
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Bridebook Benefits
Bridebook GiftFree Bottle of Champagne
Bridebook Special OfferComplimentary honeymoon suite
