Set on 10 pristine acres in the heart of Lancaster County Amish Country, Plain & Fancy Farm is an all-in-one destination for wedding celebrations of every size—bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, and receptions—all in one scenic location between the villages of Bird-in-Hand and Intercourse. You’re also just minutes from guest-favorite attractions like Sight & Sound Theatres, Kitchen Kettle Village, American Music Theatre, and Downtown Lancaster, making it easy for out-of-town family and friends to turn your celebration into a full Lancaster getaway.
Private Dining at Smokehouse at Plain & Fancy Farm
For a more relaxed, restaurant-style celebration, Smokehouse at Plain & Fancy Farm offers two private dining rooms for groups of 20+ guests. Perfect for rehearsal dinners, wedding showers, welcome parties, and next-day gatherings. Choose the smaller back room (up to 34 guests), the larger front room (up to 82), or combine both spaces for up to 116 guests, with flexible dining options including limited menu, buffet, family-style, or plated service, plus full bar service and optional AV to fit your event’s vibe.
A rustic venue with flexible elegance
Our signature wedding-and-banquet space blends rustic charm with flexible elegance, featuring wood floors, high ceilings, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. The Dutch Lantern Banquet Room accommodates up to 250 guests and includes a large stone fireplace—with plenty of room for dining and dancing.
Dining that fits your style (and your guest list)
Food is at the heart of every great celebration at Plain & Fancy Farm. Choose from buffet, plated meals, or our signature all-you-care-to-eat family-style dining—a guest-loved option that creates a warm, communal experience around the table. Bar service is also available, from beer and wine to full-service bar, tailored to your vision and budget.
Everything your weekend needs—steps away
Keep the wedding weekend easy by hosting multiple events in one place. Stay on-property at AmishView Inn & Suites, which offers group room blocks and additional on-site space, so guests can celebrate—and then simply walk back to their rooms. Add memorable Lancaster experiences like buggy rides, Amish tours, and shopping at The Barn & Hearth Shop to round out the weekend, all here at Plain & Fancy Farm.
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