An Elegant, Pastoral Wedding Estate
201 to 250 guests
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Allie Dunham
OWNER
AWARD WINNER (1X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Rich in familial history, Heritage Barn at the Dunham Homestead is a wedding venue located in Hamilton, NY. This generational farm has been transformed into an event space that is primed to host celebrations of family. You’re invited to add your special story to its ever-expanding legacy.
Managers Allie and Drew Dunham represent the current generation of Dunhams that operate the Heritage Barn. The estate’s history stretches back over a century when it was established by Alpha Dunham as a livestock farm. It has since evolved, and the family has decided to open the doors of their homestead to those seeking comfort and style for their celebration. The property stretches over 200 acres, featuring undulating hills that allow for panoramic views of Chenango Valley. It is removed enough to feel like a private retreat, but the property’s history will make you feel like a part of its community. Two farmhouses are located on the homestead where you can prepare in tranquility for your big day. These comfortable lodgings can also be used by the wedding party and their guests that wish to spend the night after their celebration. These expansive grasslands provide multiple sites for outdoor ceremonies. You can set up an aisle of your own design and exchange your vows against a backdrop of blue skies and gentle slopes. Alternatively, the Heritage Barn is a charming setting for your service. It maintains its classic, rich wooden interior and features a high vaulted ceiling, giving it a distinctly hallowed aesthetic. With a quick rearrangement of furniture, it can serve as a delightful reception area. Boasting a capacity of up to 300 guests, there is ample room for each of your loved ones.
To help you create a seamless celebration, the management of the venue can provide a detailed list of their most trusted vendors. In their years of coordination experience, they have compiled a catalog of incredible talent, from caterers to photographers. Furnishing your event with a distinct vintage style will be no issue, as the staff can also provide tables, chairs, and decor. Arrange your momentous event with ease by choosing to celebrate at this pastoral estate.
Woman-owned Business
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception:
$3,500
Ceremony:
$400
Bar services:
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Catering:
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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 Apr-Oct.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
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
Guest Capacity
Up to 250
Settings
Backyard
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Estate
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Allie Dunham
Owner
I'm Allie! My brother, Drew, and I are the current generation of over 200 years of Dunhams to work on our family farm and the ones behind the Heritage Barn. My background is in business but I have quickly fallen in love with weddings! I have always been creative and as I have been more involved in the wedding industry, I have learned more about the planning and decoration process and it's totally my thing! I am here to help you with your big day! The Dunham Homestead is our heritage and we have so much passion for the property and our family history. We can't wait to share it's charm with you!
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Reviews
5.0
out of 5.013 reviews
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Reviewers had overwhelmingly positive experiences at Heritage Barn, praising the stunning venue, helpful staff, and attention to detail. Allie and her team were commended for their responsiveness and creative vision, with multiple guests highlighting the beautiful barn and grounds. The ability to stay on-site, the inclusive packages, and the extra amenities provided were also appreciated, making for seamless planning and execution of events. Guests were left with lasting happy memories and highly recommended Heritage Barn for weddings and special occasions.Review photos
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Erica C
5.0
10/11/2024
No amount of words will ever be able to capture how thankful we are for the Dunhams. Every single detail they captured perfectly and made our wedding day so special. Allie brought our vision to life for the centerpieces and we were blown away. Thank you to every single staff and family member who gave us the best wedding ever. With gratitude, Erica & Hugh
Allyson H
5.0
12/18/2023
I don’t think I could say enough great things about this venue! The location is beautiful and the barn itself is stunning. Everyone at Heritage Barn was beyond helpful on our wedding day. When we had to change plans because of weather Allie was on top of things and very communicative. I couldn’t have picked a better place for our Wedding.
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Chelsea L
5.0
1/24/2023
Allie and her team at the Heritage Barn are fabulous. The barn is gorgeous and they maintain everything to the T. Allie is also a great visionary and creative partner to execute beautiful events with all of the perfect details. Bonus: she will also do your flowers and WOW!
Response from Heritage Barn at the Dunham Homestead on 01/24/2023
Chelsea, it's always a pleasure working with you! Thank you for your kind words!!
Nancy M
5.0
12/14/2022
Nancy T
Response from Heritage Barn at the Dunham Homestead on 01/24/2023
Thank you for your review, Nancy!!
Kristina A
5.0
11/28/2022
Allie at Heritage Barn was so attentive and on point with helping in any way that she and her team could. Her attention to detail is incredible! We are still floating in our happy memories of our day. ❤️
Response from Heritage Barn at the Dunham Homestead on 11/30/2022
Kristina, your day was so special and we loved being a part of it! You had an amazing visi...
on and it was so fun helping to bring it to life! Thank you for your sweet comments and for choosing the Heritage Barn! Happy wishes to you both!
xo, Allie & The Heritage Barn Team
Hannah O
5.0
11/27/2022
Allie was amazing to work with! She responded quickly to any questions I had and helped recommend photographers, hair and make up when I was struggling to find some. The barn and the grounds were amazing for photos and beautifully kept.
Response from Heritage Barn at the Dunham Homestead on 11/30/2022
Thank you for your kind words, Hannah! We truly enjoyed working with you and Nick. The way...
you reflected your personalities in your wedding day was so beautiful! We're so glad you chose the Heritage Barn to celebrate! Cheers to your new life as husband and wife!
xo, Allie & The Heritage Barn Team
Julia S
5.0
11/08/2022
We were married at Heritage Barn June 18, 2022. It was an absolutely wonderful experience from start to finish. We were able to rent out all three houses that they offer and used Silo Flower Co. (Allie) for our florals. Having everything right on site was perfect for us and allowed us to be surrounded by our closest friends and family for the whole weekend. I would highly recommend having an event here, the whole Dunham family supports you every step of the way. AND! We were able to have our dog, Dailey with us. 10/10.
Response from Heritage Barn at the Dunham Homestead on 11/30/2022
Thank you, Julia! The simple elegance of your wedding was stunning! You were so wonderful ...
to work with and we loved that Dailey was able to enjoy the farm life for the weekend! Happy wishes to all three of you!
xo, Allie & The Heritage Barn Team
Crystal B
5.0
11/07/2022
Beautiful reception venue. They offered a lot of extras that helped tremendously in the planning process, for example, tables & chairs, galvanized buckets for drinks, stringed lighting for ambience. Overall just a gorgeous venue.
Response from Heritage Barn at the Dunham Homestead on 11/30/2022
Crystal, we are so happy you had a wonderful wedding! Thank you for your kind words and fo...
r choosing the Heritage Barn for your big day! The day was so wonderful and we're so happy for you and your family!
xo, Allie & The Heritage Barn Team
Laura H
5.0
10/12/2022
We got married at Heritage Barn on Sunday, September 4, 2022 and we can’t recommend it enough! We really hope someone we know gets married there and that we’re invited so we can go back (haha!)
The Dunham’s, especially Allie and Mari, were amazing! They made us feel so comfortable and they really took the time to ensure we had everything we needed to make our weekend perfect. From early stage planning and multiple tours of the venue, to handling our flowers and the day of coordination; they were there. Allie even went above and beyond to assist last minute with our after party. We brought in a lot things on our own like, linens, silverware, decor, etc. so having the option to do an early set up at the barn the day before was awesome! We (and our wedding party) rented the farmhouse the night before. It was perfect for the little cookout/rehearsal dinner we had with our family and friends and for getting ready in the morning.
We can’t wait to get our photos back so we can see how beautiful and memorable this venue made our wedding day. A big thank you to the Dunham Family!
Response from Heritage Barn at the Dunham Homestead on 11/30/2022
Laura, we are so glad you chose the Heritage Barn for your wedding celebration! Your whole...
crew was so great and we loved working with you all! Thank you for the kind words, your wedding was gorgeous and it was an honor to be as part of your special day!
xo, Allie & The Heritage Barn Team
Shania M
5.0
9/01/2022
This venue is beautiful and exactly what I was looking for at an affordable price. The grounds are stunning and it was so nice to be able to have all the wedding events in one place and stay on site. Allie is so organized down to every detail and Mari knows exactly what needs to be done and is so helpful throughout the event. After spending over a year planning a wedding you hope it’s everything you dreamed of and our wedding at the heritage barn was all of that and more. Our friends and family had an amazing time and everything was exactly as planned. It was a memorable weekend for sure. If you’re looking for an outdoor upstate ny wedding venue, don’t look any further. We wouldn’t change a thing. Thank you so much Dunham family!!
Response from Heritage Barn at the Dunham Homestead on 11/30/2022
Thank you so much for your sweet comments, Shania! We truly loved working with you and Jak...
e! Your wedding was so beautiful and the florals may be my favorite color scheme yet! We're so happy you chose the Heritage Barn for your wedding and thank you for allowing us to be to be a part of such a special day!
xo, Allie & The Heritage Barn Team
Braderick M
5.0
8/17/2022
The Heritage Barn is a truly special place. Not only do you have two beautiful homes on the property for you and your guests to stay at, but then there's the barn itself. When you walk into the barn, it is breathtaking. On top of that, getting to know the Dunham's and the history of their property was icing on top of the wedding cake! We would recommend any couple looking to have a unique, supportive, and beautiful venue to have it at The Heritage Barn.
Response from Heritage Barn at the Dunham Homestead on 08/18/2022
Brad and Jason,
It was so great to be a part of your big day! Thank you for leaving your ...
kind words! Your wedding was gorgeous and we so much enjoyed getting to know you both as well as your friends and family! Thank you for choosing the Heritage Barn for such a special event. We wish you a lifetime of love and happiness and we are so honored to be a part of the start of your future together!
xo, The Dunham Family & Heritage Barn Team
Elisabeth S
5.0
6/09/2022
We greatly enjoyed working with Heritage Barn. The entire staff was helpful, professional, and timely in answering all our questions. We would highly recommend them for future events. In addition, their venue is gorgeous.
Response from Heritage Barn at the Dunham Homestead on 11/30/2022
Thank you, Elisabeth! It was so great working with you!
Happiest wishes to you both!
xo, ...
Allie & The Heritage Barn Team
Michaela M
5.0
6/01/2022
Allie is absolutely wonderful; and the fact she know does flowers wants me to give it 10 stars! We had multiple meetings and walk throughs before our wedding and Allie was nothing but kind and helpful. On the day of she coordinated everything and helped with timing and whatever else we needed. Having our wedding at heritage barn really took a lot of stress away.
Not to mention the barn and property is a absolutely amazing- there are various places for pictures and where to hold the ceremony. No matter rain or shine this is the place to be!
Response from Heritage Barn at the Dunham Homestead on 06/01/2022
Thank you so much for your kind words, Michaela! We absolutely loved working with you and ...
your new hubby. The personal touches you added to your wedding were so special and we loved everything about your beautiful day!
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