5.0
Verified reviews from real couples
Event venue 15 minutes south of West Des Moines
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Ashley and Red Acre Barn were the centerpiece of our incredible wedding day. From the very beginning we knew we wanted this venue not only because it’s beautiful, but also because of how Ashley immediately felt like part of the family. Ashley quickly responded to all communication. We were so lucky and fortunate to have selected Red Acre Barn for our wedding venue!
Cheri R.
5.0
On the day of, everything was clean, beautifully set up, and exactly as we’d planned. The staff were amazing! Attentive, professional, and clearly experienced at making sure everything ran smoothly.
Angie P.
5.0
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Red Acre Barn is a rustic venue in Prole, IA, with a picture-perfect backdrop for a beautiful countryside wedding. This unique building is set on 24 acres of abundant land with a magnificent vineyard and traditional barn.
With a seated capacity of 300, this barn showcases a traditional and minimalistic interior that delivers the feeling of an authentic Iowa barn. Inside, it features reclaimed wood from old barns, adding endless variation in color, grain, and texture. This modern barn venue is available for gatherings all year round with covered and uncovered facilities. This country venue offers a large kitchen, several bathrooms, and beautiful preparation rooms for the wedding party. Red Acre Barn is the perfect place for your rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and reception.
A selection of rental equipment is available for your reception, including an arbor outside, centerpieces, and other décor options. The owners provide tables, chairs, benches, lighting, and sound facilities as part of your wedding package. They offer a fully stocked bar with an experienced team of bar staff. Bar services include a champagne toast, open bar, signature drinks, specialty wine, and house beer. Additionally, you will have full access to the kitchen area. This team provides setup, teardown, and cleaning services, allowing you to spend your time with loved ones. You are welcome to choose your vendors, and the owners will make suitable accommodations for your chosen band or DJ. An exclusive preparation lounge is available for you and your partner on your big day. The barn is pet-friendly, wheelchair accessible, and security is provided for your event. Start planning the countryside wedding of your dreams at Red Acre Barn.
Red Acre Barn is available for rent from 8 am-12 midnight and includes use of the barn and the surrounding area. Price includes: set up, tear down, bartenders, professional cleaning afterwards, and security.
Woman-owned Business
11+ years in business
Speaks English
Small team (2-10 members)
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
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
Trees
Vineyard & Winery
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
3-Time 'Best of Weddings'
2026.2025.2024.
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Red Acre Barn is a stunning, affordable wedding venue with beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces, abundant on-site decor, and handy bridal/groom suites and kitchen. The staff are communicative, flexible, and ran events smoothly—accommodating last-minute changes, pets, and earning praise for bartenders and weekend rentals. One minor note: AC can struggle in extreme heat with large crowds.Review photos
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Cheri R
5.0
7/01/2026
Ashley and Red Acre Barn were the centerpiece of our incredible wedding day. From the very beginning we knew we wanted this venue not only because it’s beautiful, but also because ...
of how Ashley immediately felt like part of the family. Ashley quickly responded to all communication. We were so lucky and fortunate to have selected Red Acre Barn for our wedding venue!
Angie P
5.0
6/20/2026
On the day of, everything was clean, beautifully set up, and exactly as we’d planned. The staff were amazing! Attentive, professional, and clearly experienced at making sure every...
thing ran smoothly.
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Natalea S
5.0
6/19/2026
Ashley is so friendly and had such great communication but also great patience! They made everything help run so smooth with decorations there to use, getting tables and chairs set...
up. Our dogs were able to be apart of our special day and that meant the world to me! I absolutely love that they are pet friendly. It is such a beautiful venue on the inside and out and we couldn’t be happier with Red Acre Barn.
Mikayla M
5.0
6/08/2026
We loved our wedding here! Ashley was very easy to work with and very communicative leading up to the big day.
Jacob B
5.0
4/27/2026
We loved our experience at Red Acre Barn! The outdoor ceremony space is newly updated, and the indoor space is beautiful. We had so many compliments on how nice the barn was. So ma...
ny options for decor offered as well. Ashley helped us through our planning process, and made sure everything was set for us the week of. She quickly communicated with us, answering any questions we had and making last minute accommodations. Highly recommend having your wedding here!
Taylor B
5.0
4/10/2026
The Red Acre Barn is a beautiful venue for any event but especially your wedding! Ashley is amazing to work with and very accommodating. April weather can be up in the air and we d...
ecided to have an indoor wedding. The team on the day of made sure the layout and switching of tables after the ceremony went smoothly and completed this in a quick manner. Bonus points - the venue offers decor to use which was amazing. Highly recommend booking the Red Acre Barn for your wedding!
Allison E
5.0
10/18/2025
Red Acre Barn was the perfect vision for our wedding, it has a great outdoor space for the ceremony and the indoor area is perfect for a reception. Our guests all told us how breat...
htaking the outdoor area was and how inside the barn glimmered. Our favorite parts of the barn were the archway which our florist had the freedom to decorate, the upper deck which overlooked the inside area, and the balcony on the front of the barn. We also really liked all the decor that was available to us that the barn provided which helped put the finishing touch on our space.
Ashley was really great to work with! Communication is very important to us and Ashley was always on top of responding to us in a timely manner. We booked the venue two years in advance of our wedding, and even to this day we remember vividly how great she was at making sure we knew all the necessary information. We knew we were in great hands. The staff were all just as amazing on the day of the wedding.
Lexee W
5.0
9/30/2025
This had been my dream venue for YEARS and it turned out to be everything i could’ve ever wanted, it’s much more affordable than alot of places and the owners are so sweet. i liter...
ally have nothing bad to say about the red acre barn. Even the bartender was so helpful. 10/10 of venue!!
Malori M
5.0
8/24/2025
Our wedding at this venue was nothing short of perfect! The venue itself is absolutely breathtaking, but what truly made the experience unforgettable was the staff. From start to f...
inish, they went above and beyond to ensure both our rehearsal and wedding day ran flawlessly.
A huge shoutout to Ashley, one of the owners, who so patiently answered what felt like a million texts and phone calls from me—her support and guidance kept me sane through the whole planning process. And to our incredible bartenders, Bryce, Stacy, and Maggie—there are truly no words to describe how amazing you all were. You kept the drinks flowing, the energy high, and our guests raved about you all night long.
I couldn’t have imagined a more perfect experience, and I am beyond grateful to every single person who played a role in making our day so special. If you’re looking for a beautiful venue with the most accommodating and hardworking staff, this is the place.
Tara H
5.0
8/12/2025
Everything about this venue was perfect. The bridal suite was perfect with several stations to get ready at and a bathroom right in the suite. The owners are so great to work with...
. Quick to respond to any questions. Bartenders were amazing.
Angela B
5.0
7/08/2025
Ashley was amazing to work with and the venue is incredible. We ended up having my daughter’s wedding ceremony inside due to weather and it was perfect!! We made the decision the ...
day before the wedding and they had it all set up for us when we arrived at 8am. They move the tables to the side to make a center aisle and set up chairs in the front for immediate family. They have a store room with decorations you can use for the tables or elsewhere which is so nice! You also have use of a huge kitchen and can bring non-alcoholic drinks to serve guests - for alcohol, they have a full bar and the bartenders we had were fabulous! Overall, Ashley and her team are the best - can’t recommend them or the Red Acre Barn highly enough!
Shelby K
5.0
7/06/2025
LOVED our experience with Red Acre Barn! They were so kind, helpful, and communicative throughout the planning process. Even when we decided to move our ceremony inside last minute...
due to extreme heat and wind, the venue and day was so beautiful! My only critique/ disappointment (and it's minor) is the day of our wedding, it was 102 degrees out and we had about 220 guests. We closed all of the doors and tried our best to keep the doors shut as people were going in and out. The barn's AC struggled to keep up with the heat and the amount of people we had inside (especially during dinner when all of the hot food was being served). Despite that, the day was perfect and I am so happy that we chose Red Acre Barn!
Sondra D
5.0
6/19/2025
We rented the venue for our daughter’s wedding at the end of May. We chose the Friday- Sunday to ensure we could host our rehearsal dinner there and we are so happy we did! First...
of all, the cost was very reasonable compared to other venues in the Des Moines/Ankeny/Ames/Boone market! We had all day Friday to decorate and are really happy we had that time together! We bought our linens and a few extra color pops for the tables, but most of the table decorations were RABs. I can’t even imagine the extra cost and time that would have been! The owners were great to work with, super easy going and helpful when I had detail questions. The staff that worked the wedding night were very friendly and hard working! The venue is beautiful, lush and green this time of year, the long pathway was a very dramatic effect for our beautiful bride and bridesmaids! The best part of the Friday-Sunday rental, was that we just walked away after the dance was over! We sent the bride & groom on their way…one of the owners was there to lock up for us. We got everyone back to their Air BnB that night and met back up for coffee, donuts, clean up and present opening the next morning! After the months of planning, it was so great to have more than a hurried day to celebrate the new couple! Thank you to Red Acre Barn for an amazing, memorable wedding weekend!
Lynn F
5.0
11/04/2024
I am so glad we chose Red Acre Barn. Not only was the venue STUNNING, Ashley and her team were so easy to work with. We could not have had our dream wedding without them. Everyone ...
was fun, professional, a blast to be around and made our day so easy going. We had MANY guests come up to us and specifically mention how beautiful the venue was and were asking how we found it! Big compliments to Red Acre Barn team. Thank you guys!!!❤️
Ryan H
5.0
9/07/2024
We loved having our wedding at Red Acre Barn! From the time of booking and up to wedding day, Ashley and her team has been wonderful and very communicative! All of our family and f...
riends couldn’t stop talking about how amazing the venue was!
Laura B
5.0
8/02/2024
Beautiful venue! The view is gorgeous. The owners are wonderful and so great to work with!
Mari T
5.0
7/22/2024
We had an amazing wedding! Top notch venue and people to work with. I really valued their kindness and FLEXIBILITY. Communication from day one of booking was amazing. They really h...
elped make our day run smoothly. Highly recommend the Red Acre Barn for weddings!
Mya M
5.0
7/02/2024
Amazing experience with Red Acre barn. If you’re considering them as your venue but weighing other options, I would 100x over recommend Red Acre.everyone we interacted with was ama...
zing & the owners made the day so stress free & were there to answer every late night question I had. Such a beautiful venue &we truly could not be more thankful.
Joshua N
5.0
6/28/2024
Ashley is so easy to work with. She is a clear communicator and will help with anything. The barn is stunning + the area around is even better. I genuinely cannot find one bad thin...
g about this venue!! I would recommend it to anyone. Such a good price for the venue!
Marcy J
5.0
6/18/2024
The Red Acre Barn is one of a kind!❤️Ashley is super to work with! She responds to emails very quickly with answers to any and all questions.They are very helpful and help take th...
e worrying out of planning!We had a drink request and Ashley worked to help make it happen!🥰 We had so many compliments about how beautiful the ceremony area was, the overhang patio area is a super place for yard games during cocktail hour!🎉 Then moving inside for the reception! It was easy to decorate because of all the beauty of the barn!❤️We are thankful for the entire staff, they were kind, helpful and great to work with. We would highly recommend the Red Acre Barn to anyone! We had a super experience! ❤️🎉🥂
Katie H
5.0
4/28/2024
Everyone at Red Acre Barn is SO nice and our wedding day was such a breeze because of all of them!! They were a great help, great communicators, and just overall amazing to work wi...
th. We absolutely fell in love with the venue when we first toured in and loved it even more on our wedding day. To see it all put together, along with the everyone at Red Acre Barn, it was simply perfect. We can’t thank Ashley and her team for everything they did for us from set up to tear down to even taking some pictures for us at the bar!! Such wonderful people and beautiful venue. Will absolutely recommend Red Acre Barn to anyone I know!!
Julia G
5.0
4/17/2024
We really appreciated the staff at Red Acre Barn! They were really great to work with and made the whole process easy for us. The venue itself is so beautiful as well, and we got m...
any compliments from family and friends about the space throughout the night. We definitely would recommend to anyone looking to get married there!
Mikayla V
5.0
1/20/2024
Our Wedding Day was everything we ever dreamed of! 10/28/23 Red Acre Barn Was Amazing Communications and All There Help To Make our Day The Best! The Outside was beautiful! This V...
enue is the Best! Thank you so much!
Marissa P
5.0
11/04/2023
My wedding here was absolutely magical! Ashley and Stacey are very easy to work with and communicate with. With their help my wedding planning process was really easy and met with ...
me multiple times since I booked so far in advance. They were able to accommodate our last minute change indoors when the weather wouldn’t cooperate. This venue was absolutely perfect and everything I wanted!
Brett T
5.0
10/12/2023
What a wonderful wedding experience! The Red Acre Barn was the perfect place for our special day! The venue is beautiful, Ashley was amazing to work with, and we couldn’t have aske...
d for anything better! Our guests mentioned several times how beautiful the barn was and what a great atmosphere it provides. We were happy with the bridal and groom rooms for getting ready, the kitchen area was perfect for our caterer, and the bar staff did an amazing job serving our guest! The Red Acre Barn is a special place!
Jessica L
5.0
9/05/2023
Red Acre Barn doesn’t just have all of the lovely charm you want in a wedding venue; the venue also has a wonderful team who goes above and beyond to ensure your wedding is memora...
ble. The team at Red Acre Barn overheard that the late father of the Bride was not able to attend her wedding, but to ensure the Bride knew he was there in spirit they shared their dragonflies for the evening! The venues lovely outside area was swarmed with dragonflies, 10000s of dragonflies. The team noticed this abnormal occurrence and researched the meaning…pointing it out to the newlyweds. The venue team wasn’t going to miss a chance to create everlasting memories for the couples wedding.
Janelle C
5.0
9/03/2023
This venue is WONDERFUL!!! The setting is beautiful inside and outside. Our guests even commented on the beauty, joy and peaceful nature of Red Acre Barn. Huge shout out to the own...
ers!! They were so helpful with all the details and being available for every little question I had. They are amazing!!! There is not one negative! I would give 100 stars if I could!!
Kelsey G
5.0
8/19/2023
We loved having our wedding at the Red Acre Barn!! The barn is so gorgeous and needs little to no decoration. They also provide table decor for your use which is a great perk! Ashl...
ey and Stacey were great to work with and made the process extremely easy for us. I couldn’t imagine getting married anywhere else! Our wedding day was such a dream and this was the perfect venue!
Anna F
5.0
7/22/2023
I want everyone to know how amazing Ashley and Stacy and their venue (Red Acre Barn) is!! They went above and beyond to make us feel very special and to help make our wedding perfe...
ct. Their kindness, attention to detail and quick response anytime someone requested information was truly appreciated. The Barn and the grounds are simply beautiful and it has all the amenities that you will need! Also, they are not crazy expensive as most places are. We definitely recommend their venue to everyone. You won't be sorry!!
Amaya S
5.0
7/20/2023
The Barn got sold to a new owner a month before my wedding but the transition was seamless. Ashley is super responsive and well to work with. The Barn itself has everything you cou...
ld want in a venue. Definitely recommend!
Andi B
5.0
7/20/2023
We had the PERFECT wedding day at Red Acre! I saved so much money not having to get an abundance of decor because the venue is SO gorgeous it doesnt need much! Ashley is FANTASTIC ...
to work with and she really cared about making my wedding day dreams come true! Highly recommend!
Kristin K
5.0
7/16/2023
I couldn't have dreamed of a better location to hold our wedding reception; it was absolutely PERFECT! Ashley and Stacey were great to work with and one of the unique offerings of ...
Red Acre is the rental fee includes the use of their decorations, which sets them apart from a lot of the venues in the area. I would highly recommend this venue; a country setting but only 15 minutes from the Mills Civic exit in West Des Moines.
Ashley T
5.0
5/25/2022
We absolutely loved this venue! Sherry was great to work with! She responded quickly, was flexible, and open. She was so helpful! The venue was beautiful! It was clean and we loved...
they had decorations for us to use and a company they recommended for linens.
Response from Red Acre Barn on 05/27/2022
Thank you, Ashley <3
Abbey R
5.0
11/04/2021
Sherry was amazing to work with and always answered any concerns or questions, which in my case was many! Red Acre Barn is the best venue in our opinion! We loved every minute of h...
aving our special day spent with Red Acre Barn! ♥️🙏🏼 Thank you!
Sabrina B
5.0
10/17/2020
Sherry was so easy to work with and made our wedding dreams come true with this BEAUTIFUL venue! You don't have to worry about decorating as this place is just SO pretty on its own...
. Cant imagine getting married anywhere else-- the outdoor ceremony area is truly unique and makes for no bad angles for photos. Everything I ever dreamed of a venue this place has.
Nicholas S
5.0
9/10/2019
This was the most perfect venue for a rustic dream wedding! The outdoor ceremony space is paved so it's easy to walk down the aisle. The barn is beautiful, combining reclaimed wood...
on the walls that make the rustic feeling a reality and really adding such depth to the barn and to the pictures we took, while having updated facilities and a built in bar to have everything you need for your guests! Sherry is the best venue manager! She is sweet and thoughtful and responded to emails lightning fast! You have access to the barn all day which is helpful for setting up and Sherry has a ton of awesome decorations/centerpieces you can use. I can't say enough wonderful things about the Red Acre Barn! Reserve your spot NOW!
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