Can doing it all yourself really save you money on your wedding day? We compare rural DIY wedding costs with what's included in our all-in-one package at 1884 On The Bluff - and the results may surprise you.

Some of the best places nearby 1884 On The Bluff in Montrose, Iowa, to rest, relax, and prepare for your celebration with us.

The first Summer Serenade at 1884 On The Bluff unfolded under amber skies, with soulful music by Deion Wykowski, handcrafted cocktails, catered dinner, and the magic of a community gathered.

A venue's not just a backdrop - it sets the rhythm and soul of your day. Here are 10 thoughtful things to consider when choosing a wedding venue, with insights from 1884 On The Bluff in southeast Iowa.

A simple walk, a forgotten key, and two dogs who knew we were meant to stay. Reflections from 1884 On The Bluff as Summer Serenades draws near. Nature, presence, and the quiet rhythm of a life built on love.

Iowa small town moments from a former Texas big city girl.

A soulful half-day yoga retreat in Montrose, Iowa - designed to renew your spirit, restore your body, and help you gently return to yourself through movement, sound, nature, and stillness.

Get to know Benny Saint James, the heart behind our August 2nd Full Bloom retreat - bringing yoga, sound healing, and soulful presence to 1884 On The Bluff.

Before there was a zinnia field or a wedding aisle, there was a broken barn, a dream, and two people ready to start again. This is the story behind 1884.

Before the music and magic, there's real work - and real joy. Go behind the scenes at 1884 On The Bluff as wedding season begins, with muddy shoes, morning walks, and hearts full of effort.

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Slow down and savor the season with a weekend getaway to southeast Iowa. From zinnia fields and music nights to farm ice cream and riverfront towns, here's your full guide to making the most of your Summer Serenades experience.

Summer Serenades is becoming southeast Iowa's sweetest summer tradition - live music, dinner, zinnias, and starry skies at 1884 On The Bluff

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What happens when you plant a zinnia patch? You grow magic. A look back at the moment it all started at 1884 On The Bluff.

Deion Wykowski, multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter, his layered acoustic style blends indie, folk, and soul It started with a...

May and June brings soft breezes, blooming fields, and timeless love stories to come life at 1884 On The Bluff.

Summer Serenades at 1884 On The Bluff: Music, Food, and Flowers under the Iowa Skies

Five evenings of music, flowers, and slow summer magic on the Bluff Live Music. Wildflowers. Golden Hour Magic in Montrose, Iowa. It...

Some moments speak without words. At 1884 On The Bluff, we often say every step is a story — and for many of our couples, those steps...