Maxwell Mansion Hotel

Seated dinner: 40 guests

“The Ballroom can comfortably seat up to 40 people for an intimate sit-down dinner.”

Standing reception: 100 guests

“Comfortably accommodating up to 100 guests (as weather permits) throughout the mansion for receptions of all styles and magnitudes.”

Smallest party taken: 2 guests

“At Maxwell Mansion, we consider a small wedding, anywhere from 2-34 people.”

Rooms: 28 rooms

“Featuring 28 rooms our property is ideal for small groups and events that are looking for a luxury and exclusive setting.”

Room types: 29 listed

“Deluxe King Room”

Whole property to yourselves: Yes

“What is a Full-Property Buyout? A full property buyout for our clients requires all 28 of our amazing guestrooms to be rented by the couple or by their guests attending their event.”

Whole property must be taken with the wedding: No

“Try our a la carte option for your small wedding or social event in our beautiful first-floor or outdoor common areas.”

Rooms for the party nearby: Yes

“In 2021, the Pfeifers acquired a vacation rental house less than a block from Maxwell Mansion, which is now named Bay’s Place.”

Outdoor ceremony: Yes

“They will also enjoy all of the First floor common space, including outdoor areas like the Front Lawn and Back Terrace, as well as the Ballroom, Foyer, Front Room, Cognac Lounge, and the Apothecary bar will be private just for their guests to enjoy.”

In-house catering: No

“Maxwell does not offer food and catering options for Weddings.”

Outside caterers allowed: Yes

“All food must be served by a licensed caterer that Maxwell Mansion approves.”

Bring your own wine: No

“All beverages must be purchased through Maxwell Mansion, as carry-ins are prohibited anywhere on our property.”

Bar on site: Yes

“The 1880’s Apothecary Bar is adjoined by outdoor cabanas and a wraparound deck leading to the front gardens.”

Included: Tables, chairs, standard linens, standard décor, indoor and outdoor furniture and rooms

“All tables, chairs, and our standard linens are included in the Full Property or Half Property Buyout option.”

Exclusive use required: No

“Try our a la carte option for your small wedding or social event in our beautiful first-floor or outdoor common areas.”

Pets: Yes

“We have a select set of rooms where dogs under 50 lbs are welcomed as guests of Maxwell Mansion.”

Children: Yes

“We commonly allow children on the property during special events such as weddings that are not staying overnight and, if accompanied by an adult during the day, to allow the adults to enjoy a drink or food.”

Parking: Yes

“Each hotel room has ONE complimentary parking space.”

Event spaces: Banquet room

“Meeting/banquet facilities”

Reception indoors: Yes

“The Ballroom can comfortably seat up to 40 people for an intimate sit-down dinner.”

Indoors or out: Both

“Try our a la carte option for your small wedding or social event in our beautiful first-floor or outdoor common areas.”

Setting: Urban, historic, elegant

“Upscale boutique hotel and estate, featuring the historic mansion, rustic-chic and barn-themed decor in the Carriage House and Stables, updated technology, a speakeasy, craft cocktail bars and lounges, and event venue, located in downtown Lake Geneva, Wisconsin 2 blocks from Geneva Lake.”

Swimming pool: Yes

“During the summer months, an outdoor heated pool is available to cool off and kick back and relax.”

On a lake: No

“The lake is approximately 2 blocks west of Maxwell Mansion.”

Gardens: Yes

“The entire first floor of the mansion and perennial gardens with croquet lawn and fountain are designed to have your guests travel back in time to true Gilded Age Living.”

Historic building: Yes

“Built in 1856, the Maxwell Mansion was the first mansion built in Lake Geneva and has long been host to dignitaries and socialites over its history.”

Suppliers from the venue's list: No

“If your preferred choice isn’t on our list, we are happy to review your caterer.”