If you’ve been dreaming of an intimate outdoor ceremony that feels like it belongs in the English countryside, Glass Manor’s handcrafted courtyard is one of Ontario’s most enchanting places to say “I do.” Nestled in Cookstown and loved by couples from Barrie, Innisfil, Alliston, Angus, and Muskoka, our venue blends European charm with the intentional simplicity that micro-wedding couples adore.
With space for up to 50 guests, this courtyard was designed and built by our owners, and its craftsmanship is the first thing couples fall in love with. It’s warm, romantic, and distinctly old-world; a setting that feels worlds away while still close to home.
You and your guests enter through an antique gate adorned with faux ivy, creating an instant sense of romance and nostalgia. From there, you step directly into our hand laid stone courtyard. This grandiose space is shaped by natural textures, antique details, and the quiet charm of the surrounding trees.
Our outdoor ceremonies take place facing west — a direction that bathes the aisle in soft, golden light in the late afternoon.
Couples exchange vows in front of a beautiful wood-beam arbour, which serves as the natural focal point against the stonework and greenery. With seating for up to 50 guests, the layout is intimate and inviting. Many couples describe the moment of walking up the aisle as the first time the day “truly feels real.” Surrounded by large trees, sunlight, and tranquility, the space has a way of grounding the moment in what matters most.
Your ceremony should feel like you, which is why we allow thoughtful customization within the courtyard.
Couples can add:
All beautifully executed with the help of our preferred vendors who understand the venue’s style, flow, and aesthetic, because your wedding should feel effortless, not overwhelming.
One of the things couples love most about our courtyard is how naturally it transitions into the rest of the celebration. We allow the use of the courtyard for the entire duration of your event, not just for guest arrival or the ceremony.
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It’s a space designed to carry your celebration through the entire day, not just the ceremony.
If the weather shifts, your ceremony moves indoors to our reception space — a warm room featuring:
It’s cozy, elegant, and still deeply aligned with the European aesthetic Glass Manor is known for. No compromises. No stress. Just a beautiful, seamless backup plan.
When our clients learn that the courtyard was designed and built by our owners, they’re stunned — not just by the craftsmanship, but by the intentionality behind every stone and every detail. The intentionality flows from the outside space to the inside space, infusing our spaces with vintage items and natural elements. There’s a reason vintage lovers, laid-back couples, and those planning micro-weddings choose Glass Manor: It feels like a destination wedding… without ever leaving Ontario.
Glass Manor is perfect for couples who want:
✨ An intimate ceremony with up to 50 guests
✨ A unique, handcrafted space with old-world charm
✨ A venue that feels effortless, warm, and personal
✨ A setting that blends nature, romance, and timeless design
✨ An outdoor ceremony experience unlike anything else in Ontario
If you’re dreaming of a micro-wedding that feels meaningful, beautiful, and rooted in simplicity, our venue may be the perfect fit.
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We would be honoured to welcome you.
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