Set just outside Rochester in Byron, MN, Somerby Golf Club offers an elegant and peaceful wedding venue surrounded by rolling fairways and quiet hills. As one of southern Minnesota’s most polished venues, it blends timeless golf club charm with modern amenities and full-service support.
Somerby feels upscale without being stuffy. With its carefully maintained landscaping, flexible ceremony options, and top-notch service team, it makes for a stress-free and visually stunning celebration—indoors or out.
Ceremony and Reception Options
Couples can host their ceremony outdoors on the lawn, which overlooks the scenic course. It’s private, quiet, and filled with soft light in the late afternoon. If you’d rather not worry about the weather, the indoor ballroom offers large windows, clean lines, and an elevated neutral palette that works with any theme.
From a guest experience perspective, keeping everything on-site is a huge benefit. Guests move easily from the ceremony to cocktail hour to reception without ever needing to drive or wait.
Reception Space Highlights
The ballroom accommodates up to 250 guests with space for dinner, dancing, and a full bar. High ceilings, subtle architectural details, and soft lighting create a classic, timeless feel that works for both formal and semi-formal weddings.
The layout is open and balanced, with no obstructed views or awkward side rooms. It’s perfect for toasts, live music, and first dances under the lights.
Wedding Photography at Somerby
As a photographer, I love working at Somerby. The course itself is stunning—lush greens, soft slopes, mature trees, and charming details like stone bridges or sunset silhouettes along the paths.
Couples often opt for a golf cart ride to reach photo-perfect spots after the ceremony. These golden-hour portraits feel natural, elegant, and intimate. Inside, the venue provides plenty of soft lighting and space for beautifully composed images of speeches, dances, and dinner.
Amenities and Planning Support
Somerby’s event staff makes planning easy. With on-site catering, bar service, and a reliable coordination team, you don’t have to juggle multiple vendors. Their team helps with:
- Menu planning and tastings
- Room setup and décor logistics
- Vendor access and timeline management
- AV needs and flow of the event
This makes it especially appealing to couples who want a smoother planning process or are planning from out of town.
Is Somerby Golf Club Right for You?
Choose Somerby if you’re looking for:
- A single-location ceremony and reception venue
- Professional, experienced staff
- Elegant but not overdone surroundings
- Room for 100–250 guests
- A convenient location near Rochester, MN
This venue blends simplicity with sophistication. Whether your style is classic, modern, or nature-inspired, Somerby offers a canvas that complements your vision.
Planning Your Wedding at Somerby?
We’d love to help capture your wedding story at Somerby Golf Club. From first look to final toast, we document the moments that matter most—with honesty, beauty, and ease.
Contact us here to connect about photography.
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Somerby Golf Club is in Byron, just outside of Rochester, MN. It’s surrounded by peaceful hills and features a private golf course setting.
Yes, the venue offers both. You can host your ceremony outside overlooking the greens or inside the modern, elegant ballroom.
Somerby can host up to 250 guests for a seated reception, making it ideal for both large and midsize weddings.
No. While it is a private golf club, non-members are welcome to book Somerby for weddings and events.
Somerby offers in-house catering, bar service, table rentals, setup, teardown, and even golf carts for photo opportunities.
