Gathering Grounds
Wedding venue in Bussey, Iowa
About Gathering Grounds
Gathering Grounds is a 100-acre estate about 45 miles south of Des Moines, with woodlands, mature trees, and an 8-acre lake. The Waterfront Venue provides an indoor setting with expansive windows, soaring ceilings, and a two-story fireplace; it accommodates parties of 350 or more. Outdoor ceremony options include the Lakeside site, with a custom arbor, water feature, and mature trees. The estate also offers extended-stay lodging, including private lodges and a cottage, as well as a full-service bar with indoor seating, lake views, and cash, hosted, or mixed drink packages.
The facts
- Guests
- Up to 350 guests
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Kind of place
- Estate
- Last updated
- November 2026
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How to reach Gathering Grounds
- Website: thegathering-grounds.com
- Phone: (515) 777-6848
- Address: 2125 IA-5
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