The Garvey Barn is a wedding venue located in Williamsburg, MI, close to Traverse City and Lake Michigan. A centennial barn originally built in the late 1800s, the space has been lovingly restored by the Garvey family and is now home to weddings and special events for 50 to 250 guests.
Hand-hewn beams tie the Barn to its past. The meticulous reconstruction makes it the most spectacular barn wedding venue in Northern Michigan. Nestled in a small valley, the pastoral setting makes this unique venue the perfect choice for your special occasion.
Your guests will have an unrestricted view of hundreds of acres of rolling pasture, meadow and forest. To the North, you have a view of the cedar horse barn, horses, and a white-fenced pasture. To the Southeast, guests will spot our neighbor's centennial barn.
If you find the whinny of a horse or the crow of a rooster an intrusion, then this probably isn't your venue. Until the music begins and the party starts, the sounds you hear are those provided by Mother Nature.
If you are looking for a unique, unforgettable venue for your special day, you've found it. We call it elegant simplicity. Please visit our website for photos, videos, and drone shots of weddings held at the Garvey Barn. Contact us for a tour so you can see for yourself what this venue has to offer.
Please note that the barn accommodates 150 guests with room for an additional 90 guests on the deck, plus unlimited tent space for larger gatherings.
Our beautiful cabin is available for day use upon request, and there is no additional fee for the wedding ceremony or rehearsal on the farm.
The capacity of your barn is 150 guests inside for a sit down with space for 90 guests on the deck for sit down with a tent. The farm is 50 acres in size so there is plenty of space for a tent.
At least a day of coordinator is a requirement for all weddings.
For offerings, see the info and pricing, and FAQ pages on our website.
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception:
$6,000
Ceremony:
$6,000
Bar services:
Contact for price
Catering:
Contact for price
Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees. Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is May-Oct.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Historic Venue
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Destination Weddings
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Meet the team
Bob Garvey
Owner
Thirty years ago Kathy and I purchased this 40 acre farm. The idea was to grow lavender and create a draw for our daughter who loved horses. It worked! After time spent in other states she returned home to start an online horse tack business, The TackHack. Ten years ago we had the opportunity to rescue our Centennial Barn . This beautiful barn surrounded by rolling forest and pastureland immediately attracted couples looking for a unique venue for their wedding day. We now limit ourselves to 12 special weddings per season . We hope you are fortunate enough to book one of those dates!
Reviews
4.9
out of 5.0
13 reviews
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The Garvey Family Wedding Barn receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with guests praising the beautiful, spacious, and well-maintained venue that offers a rustic yet elegant ambiance. Bob, the owner, is highlighted for his exceptional hospitality and helpfulness in making the wedding planning process smooth and personalized. Reviewers appreciate the serene Northern Michigan setting with vast views, immaculate barn, and picturesque equestrian area, making it a top-choice for couples seeking a unique and fairy-tale-like wedding venue.
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Dipak D
5.0
8/01/2024
We had a wonderful experience at the Garvey Family Wedding Barn during our daughter's wedding welcome party. The venue was perfect, offering plenty of space and a warm, classic ambiance. The rustic yet elegant backdrop left a positive first impression on all our guests.
Bob's exceptional accommodations and preparedness were invaluable. This was a truly beautiful location that came paired with Bob’s outstanding hospitality. The setting played a significant role in the success of our celebration, and for that we are deeply grateful.
We highly recommend the Garvey Family Wedding Barn to anyone seeking a gorgeously appointed farm that is spacious and very well-maintained.
-Dipak & Ginni Doshi
Shannon G
5.0
10/09/2023
Our experience at the Garvey Family Wedding Barn was absolutely incredible! We heard over and over again from our friends and family that our wedding was one of the best they had ever attended. Our decision to have it at the Garvey Family Wedding Barn allowed us to customize our wedding to reflect our personalities and style and work with the catering, music, and other vendors of our choosing, which made our wedding feel so personal to us! We hosted our cocktail hour on the cedar deck, overlooking rolling hills and the equestrian farm. As the sun set, the expansive view gave way to a clear starry night. Bob was very easy to communicate with and made the whole process very smooth for us! We strongly recommend this venue to all who are looking for a serene Northern Michigan setting for their wedding!
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Alex P
5.0
9/14/2023
From the moment we toured the barn to the day after clean up, everything was incredibly smooth, easy, and accommodating. The owner of the venue is such a helpful and easygoing guy. He was able to provide high quality recommendations of vendors and planning insights that saved us tons of money and precious time. We were upset when looking at other venues due to the difficulty in getting straightforward answers to simple questions, and that ended here.
The barn is immaculate. Almost hard to call it a barn actually, as the floors are nicer than most homes, has tasteful windows, and thoughtful details that make this 100+year old barn look brand new again. The deck is enormous and has an amazing view over an ultra secluded Northern Michigan country setting. You over look the perfectly maintained equestrian area, with a separate horse barn that is so cute and photogenic.
The setting was peaceful and private, the price was great, and the service was top notch. My partner and I can’t recommend this place enough and we’re so glad we choose this barn and not a generic venue that turns over weddings every weekend.
Thank you for all the compliments our guests gave, for the private and unique setting, and for making our day smooth and worry-free.
Jim P
5.0
8/16/2023
Bob was an absolute pleasure to work with from day one. He welcomed us on to his property like family and provided support and suggestions every step of the way. He remained in contact with us providing recommendations to local vendors for catering, bed and breakfasts, tables/chairs, etc. All of our guests were blown away with the immaculately maintained venue. The property itself looks like a scene straight from a movie. Every inch is perfectly landscaped and kept clean. We are so happy with our choice of venue for many reasons. Thank you Bob for giving us a everlasting fairytale wedding.
J R
5.0
8/01/2023
I never write reviews, but have to for this one. If you dream of the perfect venue for a barn wedding this is it. Truly a fairy tail-like setting for my daughter's wedding. The flowers around the barn are so beautiful and the guests enjoyed petting the horses. Bob could not have been more helpful. Very responsive to endless questions over the months of planning. We went with many of the recommended vendors who knew the venue and that made things easy as well. If you are looking for a barn wedding in Northern Michigan, this is it.
response08/13/2023
Thank you for the kind words . We work hard to make our venue everything you expect for su...
ch a special day . It was a real pleasure hosting this wedding . Great people make great weddings .
kathey y
5.0
7/17/2023
Such a uniquely beautiful setting for a wedding and reception. Completely peaceful rural setting from each vantage point which allowed for stunning photographs. The barn is perfectly restored, beautiful and comfortable. Wonderful yard for games and kids to run. Wish we could have an event here every year!
response07/17/2023
Thank you for the kind words Kathey . We enjoyed hosting this wedding . While we work hard...
to make our venue the special place that you describe , it is the couple , the families and friends that make the day magical as yours certainly was . Come back any time !
Ryan P
5.0
10/25/2022
This place is absolutely gorgeous and Bob is so nice and helpful! Definitely recommend this place for anyone looking to get married in beautiful northern Michigan!
Molly K
5.0
9/21/2021
If you are reading this then you should book your wedding at the Garvey Family Barn. Our reception was absolute perfection beginning to end thanks to Bob and all of our amazing vendors. Our experience began with easy communication between us and Bob while getting any questions we had answered all the way up until the day when we were setting up and Bob stopped by to be sure everything was in order and even checked in at the end of our reception to see that everything came together for us. This is a family owned venue and it shows. We were well taken care of and were flooded all evening with comments from our guests with how beautiful the barn is and how much our guests enjoyed the fire pit that was added recently as well. We saw this barn for the first time about 3 years ago and knew it suited us as a couple - little did we know that it would end up being the place we would end up celebrating our marriage :)
Amy O
5.0
12/29/2019
We had our daughter’s wedding in at The Garvey Barn on 9-1-19. The barn and it’s scenic location were beautiful. Mr Garvey was warm, friendly and accommodating. The beautiful stables added to the pastoral views. We loved everything about the venue, including the chickens! We highly recommend The Garvey Barn
response12/29/2019
......and what a wedding it was ! Thank you Amy . The guests , the decor, the music , t...
he positive energy , the food and the warmth displayed by Teddie and Adam made this a standout wedding last season . It was a pleasure hosting the two families . Comments like yours keep us working hard to provide a venue where great weddings like yours happen .
Lisa M
5.0
6/15/2019
The Garvey Family Barn is blessing to families planning a wedding. Bob Garvey has a spectacular space, amazing barn and stables, and encouraging team - all which made the planning and preparing very easy. Bob's personal touches - quick response to emails, excellent & honest referrals for vendors, access to the venue Fri-Sun, and he encouraging and warm "presence" are just a few of the ways he blessed the weekend. The Garvey Family Barn is a very special place and will forever be remembered as the perfect place for Wes & Jenna to begin their marriage.
response06/16/2019
Thank you for the kind words Lisa . We enjoy what we do especially when we host great fam...
ilies like yours . Wes and Jenna had a beautiful wedding and will undoubtedly have a wonderful life together . Thank you for choosing the Garvey Farm and Barn . Bob Garvey
Terri G
5.0
10/15/2018
We cannot begin to say enough great things about Bob Garvey and the Garvey Family Barn and property. It’s been 2 days since our daughter’s wedding and we are still basking in the glow of having selected the most beautiful setting for an autumn wedding in northern Michigan! The trees were at their peak and the flowers surrounding the barn were colorful and set the stage for many photo opportunities. Bob Garvey is extremely easy to work with - returning calls and e-mails promptly and answering all questions. His list of local vendors is very helpful. We used many of them and they were all laid back and casual and yet professional and helpful. It was obvious they are all very familiar with the venue and completely confident in their ability to provide the best services. Everything came together without a hitch. The barn and property are in pristine condition and the horses, roosters and newly added miniature donkeys, Fred and Ethel, are a delight! All of our guests, many of whom have never been to Michigan, raved about the beautiful venue and our daughter and son-in-law could not have had a more wonderful day! It was Pure Michigan perfection!
response10/16/2018
Thank you ! We work hard to create a memorable venue for our wedding guests .
It is a tea...
m effort . Comments like yours are our reward . Yours was our last wedding for the season .....and what a wedding it was ! Hosting your daughters special day was a pleasure .
Brandon D
4.0
10/04/2018
The Garvey Family Wedding Barn is simply one of the best venues in Northern Michigan. It all begins with the owner, Bob Garvey, who was incredibly accommodating to our requests and so easy to work with. The barn itself has just the right amount of seclusion and a beautiful landscape that our guests couldn't stop raving about. Did I mention there are horses galloping on the grounds?! Without a doubt the easiest choice to make if you're searching for venues and thanks to Bob for being so pleasant to work with.
Amy H
5.0
9/13/2018
The Garvey Family Wedding Barn has to be one of my all time favorite venues in Northern Michigan. I am a traveling florist and event stylist and we chose this little gem of a place for my daughters wedding. Set up and execution was flawless because they were so easy to work with. The property is absolutely pristine and the barn simply hugs you as you enter. It truly is an amazing place. The view is incredible and the rolling hills in the distance and lavender gardens are an added bonus. And then you have the horses in the pasture, wow... it makes for the perfect photo backdrop. You will not be disappointed if you are fortunate enough to call this your wedding venue. (I would give it 10 stars if there was a button to do so :)
response10/16/2018
We consider it an honor and a privilege that your daughter chose our venue for her wedding...
. As the premiere floral designer in the region you see all the venues . The fact that your family chose ours is the ultimate compliment . The wedding was amazing .....no surprise there . Thank you for your comments . Much appreciated.
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