Willistead manor was built by Edward Chandler Walker, second son of Hiram Walker, and named in…read morehonour of the builder's older brother, Willis Walker. Designed by noted Detroit architect Albert Kahn to reflect 16th Century Tudor-Jacobean architecture, it was built with the ingenuity of 20th Century amenities. Now an event center we happily attended a wedding this past weekend. The venue is old but well maintained. There is a wonderful terrace and small lawn on the back side of the property where the ceremony was held....beautiful. There are several rooms throughout used for sit down dining, dancing, bar areas and cake display. The massive oak doors welcome you and make you feel as if you have been transported back in time once you pass through. There are plenty of nooks and crannies for wonderful picture ops...and not just for the wedding party! We had a great time, enjoyed an amazing union between two wonderful friends ... and laughed, drank, danced and partied the evening away!

--- Location ---…read more Beautiful place. If the sun is out, this place is incredibly beautiful. It is classy and well maintained outside. --- Food --- The food is mediocre.. To be honest, banquet style food is never great, hence the 4 star instead of 5 star. --- Service --- They are friendly and take care of you fairly well. --- Overall --- Will attend again in the future. Probably one of the best places in Windsor that I have been to.

Lots of history in this boathouse! Make sure to bring a life preserver if you try to walk on the…read moredock!

The most beautiful, historic gem! Located right on the Detroit River, this place is used for an…read moreevent space, for the rowing teams to practice, and much more. I came here for Yelp's Nauti by Nature party and had SO much fun. This space was perfect to host it, with grand balconies, an amazing view, and interesting spaces. This boat house has been flooded multiple times, and they're currently working on restoring it, room by room. Our event was a fundraiser for the building, in an effort to return it to its previous grandeur. Currently, it's still beautiful and majestic, just dated and in need of some repairs. Such a cool, unique spot for an event!

We attended a wine tasting event that involved a comedian who is also a sommelier who went through…read more6 wines from France. You are seated at long tables with the pre-poured wine in front of you. You receive one wine glass and pour each subsequent wine onto the glass once you've finished the last one (more plastic use but less clean up and glass usage). The comedian is great - not sure what other events they do here. The decor was really nice in the event space on the 3rd floor - very welcoming. Second floor had a bar and food area. If you are looking for an event space, this is quite nice with the higher ceilings and rustic feel.

I should have read the reviews first. The venue is beautiful. The owner (DeAnn) may one of the…read morerudest people that I have ever encountered. I rented the largest ballroom with a full mid shelf bar for 200 guest. The venue is in a historical building so navigating decor and equipment is a nightmare. There is an elevator, but it is small and runs extremely slow. My event was on the 3rd floor, so I had to pay for an additional 4 hours for vendors to set up. There is absolutely no consideration of logistics from the owner. Although the bar was purchased, guest were asked how many drinks they had ordered, the specialty drinks agreed upon were never made by the venu. The owner claimed that the contract was forfeited because there were liquor bottles found on site. However, she was unable, or unwilling, to provide proof. Additionally, I had door greeters at all entry doors to ensure this did not happen. Two glaring questions for me: What's the likelihood of someone getting pass security, bringing liquor in for a bar that is fully paid for, and lastly leaving the bottle? I had 8 different vendors to cover this event, and they all were absolutely amazing. All except Ms. DeAnn! I don't believe she even expects to do good business. Every question, inquiry, and/or sugesstion is met with a negative response.

What a wonderful place for a black tie optional wedding. Just off the riverwalk with views of the…read moreDetroit River and Canada. Industrial downstairs and elegant upstairs. The wedding was on the 1st floor and a place that a bagpiper would not seem out of place or the men in kilts. If you have other ideas about your wedding, it will work. The meal was upstairs had the the correct number of servers that the last table didn't have to wait 20 minutes for theirs after the first table was served. Having some back ground in this, you have to know what you are doing or something with trip you up every time. They didn't. The food was close to a well reviewed 5 star restaurant. My steak warmed up just as good as it was there. The salad didn't have enough dressing, but still good. Cake and dancing was back downstairs. Open bar was setup in both places. I Know $$$$ was spent but it showed. I hope another friend gets married there to just have a chance to go back.

Wonderful experience. My son and his wife had there wedding here and everything was fabulous!!!!…read moreThe food was del ious, the attentiveness to details was amazing. Would definitely recommend this venue. The view of the Detroit River Was fabulous.

Located in the old Stroh's building, this distillery has been around for 10 years and offers…read moreanything from Whiskey to Bourbon to Gin and more. They offer a tour (well worth the $20 price tag) that starts out with a yummy adult bevvie and takes you through their distilling process, rickhouse, bottling, and event spaces. Our tour guide, Michael, was very personable and fun and made the tour quite entertaining. Loved the little stories along the way. Highly recommend - we'll be back again as we enjoy distillery tours and usually have to go to Kentucky for good ones like this.

Happy Valentine's Day!!! We truly enjoyed our experience at The Whiskey Factory. It was a unique,…read morequaint experience in celebration of this thing called Love! The place was decorated to perfection and a lot of attention to details such as a special note waiting for your Valentine. We both ordered a few drinks and enjoyed a charcuterie board of meats, cheeses, and spreads. The special touch was the saxophone player! What a fun event and such a cool venue!

Hands down, this is such a great place to not only visit but have any function at a large scale…read morethat you want to have. We plan to have our wedding ceremony here after exploring a great location so close to the community we call home.

The Jam Handy is a fascinating venue where Nate and I attended a wedding recently. Located kind of…read morein what felt like the middle of nowhere, there's not a lot of parking nearby but street parking is available and you may have to walk a bit. There is a small parking lot at the Jam Handy, but we weren't really sure if we could park there, even for the rehearsal the day before the wedding. The space is historic and you can read about it online, but it served as a sound stage for the Jam Handy Organization, which specialized in industrial films and filmstrips for General Motors and the United States Armed Forces. The venue itself is a bit rustic and industrial, and serves as a blank canvas for whatever vision you have for your event. In this case, it was a wedding with lots of beautiful flowers and floral arrangements and green plants everywhere. The bar when you entered was a great touch, and guests were able to have a glass of wine before moving to the ceremony room, which had a floral backdrop. This space was turned into the late night dance party area as well. There isn't much around this venue, so don't plan on a lot of bar hopping nearby before your event. In fact, most of the bars didn't open until 5 pm on Friday, the day of the wedding. The only other downfall of the venue was having to go downstairs to use the restroom. There is one gender neutral restroom on the main floor but it was occupied 99% of the time I tried the door. Just something to note for people with mobility issues, high heels, etc. I also noticed some uneven areas in the floors. Overall I had a great time at this venue and was impressed with how it was transformed from the rehearsal time to the wedding itself! Sometimes I think spots like this are a little too much of a blank space for someone like me, who lacks creative vision to turn a place like this into something really beautiful. However, with the right team and vision, it can be exceptional!

This is the country's best art deco lobby. They let the public come in and walk around. There was…read morean art exhibit (September 2026). If you give them your email address you can go up and walk around.

This is one of the must see buildings on the historical detriot tourist list! The Guardian Building…read moreis one of the most iconic landmarks in the city. It was completed in 1929 during the city's automotive boom. It is also often referred to as the Cathedral of Finance. It's a breathtaking Art Deco design inside and out. Make sure to take time to appreciate the detail, that makes it so special. The bold colors, the amazing tile work, and vaulted lobby are stunning. It history and beauty makes it so much more than "office building". We lucked out and found street parking but would have paid for a garage. It is absolutely worth stepping inside to look around. Website: www.guardianbuilding.com

This spot is so cute! This is a perfect spot for a date night or apps before dinner with friends…read moreThey have an amazing wine selection as well as a few craft cocktails and charcuterie menu. They also host a lot of cool events that I want to check out in the future! Highly recommend if you are downtown.

The Royce offers free wine tastings on Wednesday from 6-730pm. They pours during the tasting are a…read moretrue "taste" lol don't expect full pours like you get at Cooper's hawk. However, the tastings are in small groups of about 8 people at a time so you can hear the wine descriptions and interact with the group easily. I ran into a college classmate that I haven't seen in 8 years because we were both running our mouths about how we liked the wine we were tasting. I wasn't a fan of the wines we tasted but I loved the Chardonnay I purchased as we sat around and talked. Conner was a great server and gave excellent recommendations. There are plenty of seating options, including a few couches upstairs. I will be back just to enjoy the atmosphere and have a glass or 2 of the Chardonnay.

Absolutely beautiful home, filled with amazing art work and sculptures. Clean house and…read moreroom...smell absolutely amazing! Beautiful low music playing throughout home.The breakfast felt like home perfectly seasoned and delicious! The host was pleasant, sweet and communicative. The energy in the home was unmatched. You will not want to leave. It is located with in walking distance of the stadiums. Great place to stay if in town for a game; no need to be concerned about parking. There are cameras and the home is gated so no safety concerns. It's worth every penny!

This inn is just minutes from Comerica Park, Ford Field, Little Caesars Arena, and the Fox Theatre…read more A friend of mine stayed here when visiting Detroit and loved it. The accommodations are beautiful, and the owners go above and beyond, introducing the guests to the room and amenities. Guests also get complimentary Detroit made products like Faygo and Better Made Chips in their room. Breakfast is included with the stay. It's a historic inn but with modern updates. The soaking tub is to die for. It's also a black women owned business. I met one of the owners, and she is so warm and welcoming. The Cochrane is one of the best places to stay near downtown Detroit.