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At Sonshine Barn, we believe in turning your wedding dreams into a reality, creating enchanting memories that last a lifetime. Nestled in the heart of Gaylord, Michigan, our picturesque multi-day weekend wedding venue offers a truly magical setting for couples seeking a customizable venue.
Our centerpiece is a beautifully crafted barn, uniquely designed to blend rustic charm with modern elegance. Equipped with both heating and air conditioning, the barn provides a versatile and comfortable space for your festivities, regardless of the season. The surrounding 26 acres of breathtaking countryside offer a serene and private backdrop, ensuring that your special day is as unique as your love story.
Sonshine Barn goes beyond just a venue – our farmhouse, with its cozy accommodations, is the perfect home away from home for your bridal party or guests. With the ability to sleep up to 24 guests, the farmhouse becomes a hub of pre-wedding excitement and post-wedding relaxation.
Our venue is not just a place for ceremonies and receptions; it's a destination where joy and celebration echo throughout. The clubhouse, complete with a basketball court, invites playful moments, while the outdoor arbor provides a romantic setting for your vows. Our lighted parking lot ensures convenience for your guests, and a walk-in cooler ensures beverages stay refreshingly cool.
Sonshine Barn understands the importance of details. That's why we provide more than just a beautiful space. Tables and chairs are at your disposal, making your planning process seamless. We want your focus to be on creating memories, and we're here to support you every step of the way.
Dedicated Support:
For our upscale brides, we offer a personalized experience. Each bride is paired with a dedicated wedding planner, supported by an assistant on the day of the wedding. Your vision becomes our mission, and we take pride in ensuring every detail is meticulously executed.
Contact us today to schedule a tour, check availability, and learn more!
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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
Settings
Backyard
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Destination Wedding Planning
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
Wedding Design
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Sarah
Wedding planner
Sarah is a wife, mom and grandmother. She has helped plan many weddings and helped brides design the wedding of their dreams.
Reviews
4.9
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Sonshine Barn is a stunning, well-appointed venue that makes weddings stress-free. Attentive, professional staff and seamless day-of coordination handled logistics and last-minute weather issues. The on-site farmhouse, bridal suite, walk-in cooler and vendor-friendly amenities make weekend stays convenient. Highly recommended by couples and vendors.Review photos
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Patricia B
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5.0
10/12/2025
Sonshine Barn is an exceptional venue! Beautiful, peaceful grounds, an elegant barn!!
After finding out our original wedding ceremony site was cancelled due to the horrific ice sto...
rm Gaylord endured, Sarah and Jessica went above and beyond to make our wedding day perfect. Thank you for creating such a stunning and peaceful ceremony setting.
Sonshine Barn is a gem of Northern Michigan—highly recommended to any couple seeking a stress-free, breathtaking venue.
We couldn’t have asked for a better experience in Gaylord. We highly recommend!!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 10/13/2025
Thank you so much for the great review! We love when we get to help brides and be a part ...
of their special day.
Hannah G
5.0
4/03/2026
We LOOOVE Sonshine Barn! If we could recommend Sonshine Barn 5 million times over, we would!
Everything about Sonshine Barn is designed to make your wedding day as stress-free as...
possible. We cannot thank the entire Sonshine Barn Team - especially Sarah, Jen, and Courtney - for going above and beyond to make our wedding day so perfect. Between Sarah helping us with decorations and venue questions, and Jen and Courtney helping coordinate the logistics day-of, our wedding day went off without a hitch. There wasn’t a single detail my husband (!!!) and I were worried or stressed about come wedding day.
I also cannot emphasize how incredible it is to have your contract run the entire length of your wedding weekend, with the Farmhouse onsite. This level of convenience is unmatched.
On top of all of this, Sonshine Barn itself is beautiful. From the interior of the barn, to the grounds, the ceremony backdrop, and everything in between. 100000/10 we highly recommend Sonshine Barn!
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Riley G
4.0
12/15/2025
Overall beautiful venue and good location for out of town guests. A bit difficult with communication between the venue with a few things we would have like to know about prior to t...
he big day.
The farmhouse is an added bonus, and very nice to have the entire venue Friday-Sunday.
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 12/16/2025
Riley, we are sorry to hear that you were not completely satisfied with our service. We s...
trive to give our brides the best day possible! Our staff is always working to make sure that each bride has her special day and we take comments under advisement to address them moving forward.
Brittany J
5.0
11/03/2025
The Sonshine Barn exceeded our expectations on our wedding day! We were so blessed to have Veronica as our wedding planner leading up to the day of, and Toree as our day of coordin...
ator. They were both always available for any questions we had and very professional! Our day flowed seamlessly and was absolutely perfect! We wouldn’t change one thing about our wedding weekend. It was so convenient being able to stay on site in the farmhouse with our wedding party - we loved hanging out and not having to leave the venue! We will forever be grateful for the staff at Sonshine Barn for making our day so memorable! 10/10 would recommend this venue to friends and family for upcoming weddings.
Jenna H
5.0
10/14/2025
We absolutely love working at Sonshine Barn! The venue is not only breathtakingly beautiful, but also thoughtfully designed to ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience for both c...
ouples and vendors. The on-site farmhouse, spacious bridal suite, and “boys club” are such wonderful amenities that make wedding days relaxed and convenient for everyone involved.
Their team — including Sarah, Jessica, Torree, and Rachel — are incredible to work with. They are organized, attentive, and always willing to go above and beyond to make each event run smoothly. The inclusive packages, detailed coordination, and stunning décor make every wedding at Sonshine Barn feel effortless and perfectly tailored.
From a vendor perspective, we truly appreciate the venue’s communication, professionalism, and vendor-friendly layout — especially thoughtful touches like the walk-in cooler and well-planned prep spaces.
Sonshine Barn is a true gem for couples looking for a magical, stress-free wedding experience. It’s always a pleasure to be part of celebrations at such a beautiful and well-run venue!
Jenna & The From Scratch Catering Team
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 10/14/2025
Jenna
Thank you for the review! Our staff always enjoys working with From Scratch Cateri...
ng!
Haley B
5.0
10/12/2025
Sonshine Barn was amazing for our wedding. Due to the ice storm we lost our original venue, we were able to have our ceremony at the barn last minute and it was beautiful!!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 10/13/2025
We are so glad we were able to help!
M D
4.0
10/06/2025
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed utilizing the Sonshine Barn event space for our wedding. We found the venue to have the perfect ratio of rustic elegance to fit the vibe that we...
were looking for in a northern Michigan wedding! We thoroughly enjoyed staying at the “farmhouse” with our wedding party and loved having access to the basketball court and ping pong table the night before the wedding. It was also very convenient being on the venue property for getting ready the next day. The staff was very kind and helpful.
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 10/07/2025
It always makes us so happy to hear that our couples had a great wedding weekend!
Claudia S
5.0
9/08/2025
The venue is so beautiful with landscape to match the beauty of the barn. Having a farmhouse on the property was very convenient and a huge selling point for us. We didn't have to ...
leave the property for the whole weekend. There was plenty of space for our bridal party to stay and hang out on the property. The staff was very helpful. Our day of coordinator Alexis she was wonderful. Willing to do whatever we asked and was quick to act when we got a random rainstorm 2 hours before the ceremony start time. We loved having the bridal suite and "boys club" as comfortable places for everyone to get ready. There's a large walk-in cooler that was great to have to store our rehearsal refreshment, dessert for wedding day, and leftover food from wedding. The barn was everything we wanted and more. Our guests were comfortable and spoke very highly of the barn as well. All and all, we are so happy we chose to get married at the Sonshine Barn :)
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 09/08/2025
Claudia, it was a pleasure getting to host your wedding and be a part of your special day!
Grace G
5.0
9/08/2025
We had the most incredible wedding experience at Sonshine Barn, all thanks to the amazing staff, especially Sarah. We felt so valued and supported by Sarah as she stayed in touch ...
with us throughout the planning process checking in and making sure we were feeling good about the planning. She was our decorator and day of coordinator, she went above and beyond to make our vision a reality. The venue itself was truly a dream! We had access to the clubhouse and farmhouse Friday-Sunday giving us so much time to connect with our bridal party and family! These memories created were priceless! We loved being able to spend the night before all together with the people we loved most- allowing for such a special evening/morning leading up to the wedding! The bridal suite was a perfect place for the girls to get ready! Sarah’s coordination day of were flawless, she handled the flow of the ceremony and reception so that my husband and I could soak it all in without a single worry. We are grateful for her passion and dedication to ensure every couple getting married has the wedding of their dreams. We couldn’t imagine a more perfect place to get married.
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 09/08/2025
Grace, thank you for the wonderful review! Sarah always enjoys making every bride feel sp...
ecial and making sure her wedding day goes as smoothly as possible!
Angie R
5.0
7/10/2025
Working with Jessica and Sarah made our experience incredible. We worried about nothing. They had everything you could think of and everything you didn't think of under complete ...
control. The entire process was very organized, they are were an absolute pleasure to work with. The venue is INCREDIBLE. No pictures do it justice. You don't have to leave the venue from Friday to Sunday. I would highly recommend the beautiful venue and wonderful staff.
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 07/11/2025
Angie,
We are so happy you had such a wonderful wedding weekend! You are welcome back an...
ytime and blessings on a lifetime of happiness.
Sam G
5.0
7/04/2025
We enjoyed working with Sarah to help make our wedding come together, specifically decorations. She was extremely knowledgeable regarding the wedding day timeline and the details n...
ecessary to make the day run smoothly. The venue was spacious and we were able to accommodate everything that we wanted to. One of the things that stuck out most to us when choosing the venue was the handicapped accessibility for our guests. We appreciated all the hard work by Sarah and Alice as our day of coordinators!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 07/07/2025
Thank you for the review Sam! Best wishes to you and Grace on a lifetime of happiness!
Danielle B
5.0
10/20/2024
The venue is so beautiful it doesn't even need decorations. Having a farmhouse on the property was very convenient and a huge selling point for us. We didn't have to leave the prop...
erty for the whole weekend. There was plenty of space for friends and family to stay or hang out on the property. The staff was very helpful. Our day of coordinator Rachel and her assistant Chelsea were wonderful. Willing to do whatever we asked of them and helped immensely with clean up on wedding night. Sarah was available to take my calls/texts to answer any questions I had leading up to the big day. I did not feel like a bother. We loved having the bridal suite and "boys club" as comfortable places for everyone to get ready. There's a large walk in cooler that was great to have. If you don't want to worry about decor, they have it all. The barn was everything we wanted and more. Lots of parking on the premises! There are a lot of positives to this venue. Our guests were comfortable and spoke very highly of the barn as well. All and all, we are so happy we chose to get married at the Sonshine Barn :)
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 10/21/2024
Danielle, we are so glad you had such a great wedding weekend!
Alexis S
5.0
10/08/2024
I had the most incredible experience at Sonshine Barn for my wedding on September 14, 2024. The venue is absolutely stunning, set in a beautiful location that provided the perfect ...
backdrop for our wedding. We had a bridal party of 18, and the house on the property accommodated us comfortably, creating a cozy and intimate atmosphere where we made memories I will cherish forever.
Working with Jessica at Sonshine Barn was a dream. Her flexibility and support made the planning process so much easier and stress-free. I felt genuinely cared for every step of the way.
A special shoutout to Veronica, my wedding planner and coordinator. She is a true rock star! Her warmth and attention to detail ensured that everything ran smoothly, and I couldn’t have asked for a better partner in planning my big day.
Choosing Sonshine Barn was one of the best decisions I made, and I will miss it every day. If you’re looking for a beautiful venue with an amazing team, definitely schedule a visit!
Love, The Sparks
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 10/08/2024
Alexis, we are so happy that you had such a wonderful wedding weekend! It looks like you ...
guys had a fun time.
Alyssa Z
5.0
10/07/2024
This venue is so beautiful and everything we could have wanted and more. The whole atmosphere both inside the barn and outside is just a breath of fresh air. You get the rustic vib...
es along with the new barn feel. The landscaping is gorgeous as well! Toree was our coordinator and she was so amazing to work with. Very personable and so so nice, absolutely loved working with her!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 10/08/2024
Alyssa,
Congrats on your wedding! What a fun weekend and we couldn't be happier for you ...
and Nathan.
Allison O
5.0
9/24/2024
Sonshine Barn is the absolute best place to host your wedding! Wedding planning can be one of the most stressful times in a brides life and sonshine barn made it a breeze. I know I...
was not the hardest, but I also know I was not the easiest bride to work with and Veronica made me feel right at home and so unbelievably special through out the whole entire process. I would recommend having your wedding or event there a 1000 times over. The views are spectacular, the space and accommodations are even better. So beautiful, spacious and perfect.
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 09/24/2024
Allison, we are so happy that you had such a great wedding weekend! Thank you for the won...
derful review.
Melissa H
5.0
9/10/2024
We cannot say enough amazing things about the Sonshine Barn family! The second we toured I knew this was our place. Jessica was great to work with and very understanding.
It rain...
ed on our wedding weekend but the staff made sure our day was special and it truly did turn out so magical. We will cherish our weekend forever!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 09/10/2024
Melissa,
Thank you for the review! We are so glad you and Steven enjoyed your wedding we...
ekend and please know you are invited back anytime.
Brittany C
5.0
8/06/2024
I recently got married here and it was everything I dreamed and more!! Every single staff member at Sonshine was accommodating, friendly and truly bent over backwards to make sure ...
your vision comes to life. It was such a stress free day because EVERYTHING was taken care of by the staff. I couldn't recommend this venue enough if you're looking for an organized all inclusive wedding venue! A special shoutout to my wonderful wedding planner Rachel and decorator Veronica. They listened and executed my dream wedding perfectly & I couldn't be more grateful for them both! The property is gorgeous and I am still getting compliments about how beautiful the day was! I wish I could get married here every single year, it was truly the best day of my life thanks to Sonshine Barn!!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 08/06/2024
Brittany,
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We couldn't be happier that you had...
such a fabulous wedding weekend.
Cheyenne B
5.0
7/09/2024
I wish there were more than 5 stars to rate Sonshine. I don’t even know where to begin raving about this venue and team. Right from the get go, communication with Sarah and Jessica...
was perfect and they were attentive and patient to answer all questions. We toured this venue actually while it was winterized and even then it was breathtaking and we knew before we left the driveway we had found our venue. The luxury of housing all of our wedding party and much out of state family on the property and at the corner house was wonderful. We stayed Thursday-Sunday and it made for a weekend of fun, relaxation, and so many memories. We are from down state and Sonshine was so accommodating to the distance and helping us from miles away. Our decor coordinator Sarah made all of our wildest dreams for decoration come true and MORE! You name it, she either has it or will do everything in her power to make it happen. Our day of coordinator Rachel became like a best friend. She checked in on us and our planning frequently, and then all weekend long made everything run so smooth. Even when we had torrential downpour on our wedding day, she made it all happen. I could go on forever about this place and ALL of the staff, but for now just look forward to our next event or vacation spent at Sonshine. Thank you for making our day/ weekend a DREAM! 🤍
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 07/09/2024
Cheyenne, thank you for the review! We are over the moon that you and Ethan had such an a...
mazing wedding weekend! We couldn't be happier and wish the both of you years of happiness.
Jessica M
5.0
7/09/2024
This was the perfect venue to make my dream wedding come true, from the picturesque barn and farmhouse to being able to stay the weekend on the property allowing us to enjoy more ...
time together. The venue provided a wedding coordinator, ours was Torree and she was amazing. I can't say enough about how awesome she was, how every question I had she answered in a timely manner, to the day of the wedding she helped keep my stress level low so that I could enjoy the experience and event. The venue has an amazing list of vendors that helped us decide on the perfect DJ (Bee Entertainment) which kept the party vibes going, hairstylist that made all my bridesmaids look amazing ( Hair by Beth), catering which our guest continuely rave about the food being the best wedding food they have had ( BJ's Catering) who also provided great Bartenders for our wedding, and we rented our decor as well, Veronica turned my dreams and ideas into a reality. Veronica was amazing to work with so easy and she was so creative, truly amazing. Our drapery was rented through a vendor we met during their open house they throw and it turned out perfectly. I highly recommend anyone wanting to have a truly rememberable wedding to look at the Sonshine Barn.
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 07/09/2024
Jessica, we love hearing that our brides had such a great wedding weekend! Blessings to y...
ou and Dennis and to a lifetime of happiness.
Allison W
5.0
11/06/2023
We had the most beautiful wedding at Sonshine Barn. The staff are all great to work with! Toree was our coordinator and she was right there for anything I needed throughout the ent...
ire weekend. She made sure everything went smoothly. The amount of amenities the facility offers truly sets the bar high for other venues. We also used their decor company and worked very closely with Veronica. Not only did she answer all of my questions, but she also made sure my wedding dreams came true. I couldn’t believe how perfectly it was set up. The details her and Sara put in are amazing. I can’t think of one thing I wasn’t happy with. The weekend was truly amazing!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 11/06/2023
Allison,
We so appreciate your wonderful review and we are so happy you had a great weddi...
ng weekend!
Kaycie B
5.0
11/06/2023
A Magical Weekend at Sonshine Barn!
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
My partner and I recently had the most incredible wedding experience at Sonshine Barn, and I couldn't wait to leave a glo...
wing review! From start to finish, our wedding weekend was an absolute dream, and it was all thanks to this amazing venue.
First and foremost, the convenience of having our wedding party stay on the property with us was an absolute game-changer. It not only created a sense of togetherness but also made everything so much more relaxed and stress-free. No need to worry about transportation or coordinating schedules; it was all right there.
The space itself is absolutely beautiful. The surroundings provided a picturesque backdrop for our special day, and the venue was well-maintained and full of character. We were able to create the perfect ambiance for our wedding, and it was everything we had ever imagined.
But what truly sets Sonshine Barn apart is the exceptional service. The communication with the staff was smooth and efficient from the very beginning, and they went above and beyond to accommodate our needs and preferences. The staff were incredibly friendly, professional, and truly made us feel like we were in good hands throughout the entire planning process and on the big day.
Our wedding day went off without a hitch, thanks to the hard work and dedication of the Sonshine Barn team. The attention to detail, the coordination, and the flexibility they offered made it all run so seamlessly.
In summary, we had the most magical wedding day, and it's all thanks to Sonshine Barn. If you're looking for a wedding venue that offers not only a beautiful space but also a stress-free, all-in-one experience, this is the place to go. We can't recommend it enough. Thank you to the entire Sonshine Barn team for making our special day one we'll cherish forever
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 11/06/2023
Kaycie,
We love that you had such a great weekend! We continually strive to make sure ou...
r brides have a stress free, fun-filled weekend that they can cherish for years to come.
Alli I
5.0
10/14/2023
We had the best time ever at the Sonshine Barn! Sarah and her team made sure everyone felt welcomed from the start! It’s a great place to go with a big family like ours! Having eve...
rything on the same premises was so nice, and felt like a vacation!! Definitely recommend to everyone to have their wedding here!! My dream wedding came to life! 10/10 for sure!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 10/16/2023
Alli,
We are so glad to hear you had such a great wedding weekend! Blessings to a long a...
nd happy marriage.
Ali C
5.0
10/01/2023
I seriously can’t say enough great things about this venue! From the first tour we took we knew it was going to be awesome. Everyone we interacted with leading up to our wedding wa...
s amazing and so helpful! Toree was my wedding coordinator and she made sure the day was prefect, and she answered any questions I had leading up to the wedding. Sarah did our decorations and the barn on the day of was more then I ever hoped for! Sarah was always just a text away.
The house/clubhouse is amazing for all the bridal party. All around great place! Highly recommend!!!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 10/02/2023
Ali,
We are so happy that you and Greg had such an amazing weekend! Blessings as you beg...
in your journey as a happily married couple and to many years of marital bliss.
Olivia B
5.0
9/27/2023
Sonshine Barn is the perfect wedding venue! My sister got married here 2 years prior and when I got engaged, my fiance and I started looking at other wedding venues. We kept compar...
ing everything to our experience at Sonshine and nothing measured up. Getting to spend the entire weekend on the premises makes it more than just a one day celebration. The house was big enough for our immediate families and wedding party. We started our weekend on Thursday and had plenty of time to prepare food for our rehearsal dinner and arrange our own flowers. On Friday we hosted our rehearsal dinner fish fry at the house. Following the rehearsal dinner, we threw a welcome party for our out of town guests. We had a bonfire, played basketball, dodgeball, mini golf, and had plenty of room and different areas to socialize. It's great to have a decorating company right at the barn. Sarah collaborated with us to bring our vision to life and it was beautiful. Rachel was our day of coordinator and could not do enough for us! She helped with decorations, cut our cake, directed our ceremony, coordinated with vendors - I was so thankful to have her! She and her assistant, Nancy, made our day go so smoothly. I couldn’t recommend Sonshine Barn enough!!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 09/28/2023
Olivia, it was our pleasure being able to host your wedding as well as your sister's wedd...
ing at our venue! Blessings for a long and happy marriage!
Danielle L
5.0
9/16/2023
Absolutely amazing experience. The Sonshine barn really knows how to take care of their brides and guests! My coordinator Veronica was so helpful and made my day so easy! Hands dow...
n would recommend this venue to everyone!!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 09/18/2023
Danielle, we are so happy that you had such an amazing wedding day! Thank you for the grea...
t review, and blessings to a long and happy marriage.
Mara L
5.0
9/04/2023
The absolute most amazing place! Dream wedding came true ! Helpful kind staff and very responsive! Breath taking photo opportunities! The whole experience was perfect !
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 09/05/2023
Mara,
We are so happy you and Sam had such a great wedding day!
Karina C
5.0
8/08/2023
I am very happy about our decision to get married at Sonshine Barn. Our wedding planner, Rachel, was a pleasure to work with and she really made it her mission to create the perfec...
t wedding day for us! I loved the fact that we could stay onsite the entire weekend and enjoy quality time with the entire wedding party and family. I would recommend this venue to anyone.
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 09/05/2023
Karina,
Rachel loved working with you and John! Congratulations on your wedding and bles...
sings to a long and happy marriage.
Delaney W
5.0
6/30/2023
We loved our June 2023 wedding at Sonshine! From the breathtaking barn to the amazing farm house for you and your guests to stay it really is such an amazing venue! The staff is al...
so amazing at really helping your vision come to life! This venue really has it all!
Tami K
5.0
6/08/2023
I cannot even begin to explain how BEAUTIFUL and AMAZING our daughters wedding was at Sonshine Barn and event center! The moment my daughter (and now son in law) entered the barn ...
for the first tour, they knew this was the place! Sarah gave us confidence that it could be everything our daughter dreamed of for her wedding day. From the vendor suggestions, to every little detail, it honestly was perfect! We loved having the wedding party on site all weekend in the beautiful farmhouse which also allowed for a beautiful rehearsal dinner site! Tears flow thinking back to the most fun, relaxing, beautiful, and memorable weekend we could of ever asked for! We would HIGHLY recommend this venue for the most blessed day you will ever have!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 06/08/2023
Tami, we soooo enjoyed getting to host Madison’s wedding! You and your whole family were...
such a joy and we wish Madison and Blake blessings on their marriage!
Emma B
5.0
5/22/2023
Our wedding weekend at Sonshine Barn was more than everything I could have hoped for. The venue was beautiful, the farmhouse, bunkhouse, and corner house are amazing to host your f...
amily and friends for a weekend of celebration for your big day! We could not have asked for a better way to celebrate our marriage! Thank you Sonshine Barn family for making it the best day/weekend ever!
Morrigan T
5.0
1/02/2023
Our wedding day was a dream come true! Everything went absolutely perfectly and the venue was stunning. Our wedding coordinated, Sarah worked with us every step of the way to make ...
a perfect event. The day was smooth and everything we hoped for and more with big thanks to Sonshine!!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 01/02/2023
Morrigan,
Thank you for the review! It's always great to hear that our brides had such a...
wonderful experience, it makes us happy!
Alexandra M
5.0
11/15/2022
This venue was absolutely breathtaking. If you love fall, barns, friendly people, and beautiful decor, this is the place for you! The barn is so elegant and you can make it your ow...
n style by renting the decor through the barn, or by bringing your own! I had a fall themed wedding with fake leaves and corn stalks and straw nails and pumpkins! The barn was perfect for my vision of a northern Michigan fall wedding! The trees in October were absolutely breathtaking! The farmhouse is incredible and accommodates people very well! This place is a must!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 11/15/2022
Alexandra,
Fall weddings are the best! We are so glad you loved your wedding weekend and...
thank you for the wonderful review!
Brenna M
5.0
11/02/2022
We got married at the Sonshine Barn on October 15th, 2022. This was truly the perfect venue for the best day of my life. The barn is absolutely gorgeous and comes with so many amen...
ities that make the bridal experience that much better. Toree was our wedding planner and Veronica was our decorator and they were absolutely fantastic. They were always willing to answer my questions and go above and beyond to make my special day perfect. The barn is absolutely gorgeous and there are so many decoration options to cater to each and every bride. The bridal suite in the barn was such a nice touch for all of my bridesmaids and family members to get ready and spend the morning of the wedding together. We had to move our ceremony inside because of the weather and I appreciate how helpful Toree was and how easy she made the switch. The farmhouse for the bridal party to stay in is one of my favorite parts of the venue. There are tons of bedrooms with a bathroom in each bedroom. It was so much fun to stay with all of my friends and family for the whole weekend and be within walking distance of the barn. We received nothing but positive feedback from all of our guests about how gorgeous the venue was and how kind staff members were. I truly can’t put into words how fantastic the Sonshine Barn is. Our wedding was perfect and I wish I could relive it over and over again! Thank you to Jessica, Toree, Veronica and Nancy and everyone at the Sonshine Barn that made our wedding day so special. You all will forever hold a special place in our hearts! If you are looking for a gorgeous barn in Northern Michigan with room for all of your friends and family to stay for the entire weekend, then this is it!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 11/02/2022
Brenna,
It makes us so happy knowing you had such an amazing wedding weekend! We have tr...
uly been blessed with a wonderful, hardworking staff who make these wedding weekends possible. Blessings to a lifetime of happiness and marital bliss!
Jessica S
5.0
10/13/2022
My husband and I got married this past September! The sonshine barn provide a beautiful venue and most definitely blew our expectations away! Veronica did our decor and it was abso...
lutely stunning! Toree was our wedding planner! Day of she did an amazing job handling any situation that came up! I definitely recommend this venue and event staff!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 11/03/2022
Jessica, thank you for the great review! We are thrilled that you had such a wonderful we...
ekend!
Alexx W
5.0
10/11/2022
We could not recommend Sonshine Barn enough! We we're lucky enough to get married here in August of 2022 and it truly was the most magical weekend. Not only is the property so beau...
tiful, but the entire Sonshine family is so friendly and accommodating, making sure our whole weekend was perfect.
Not to mention, your wedding is a whole weekend celebration. In addition to the beautiful barn for your wedding and reception, you get the clubhouse with a basketball court and putting green, and the farmhouse that slept our family and bridal party. And not only do you get all this, you get it ALL WEEKEND, Friday-Sunday with the option to add more nights if needed. We got to host our rehearsal, welcome party, wedding, and morning after brunch all on property. And just when it sounds too good to be true, they also provide you a day of coordinator (Veronica was INCREDIBLE) that will work with you the months leading up to your wedding. They own V&S Rentals who own all the beautiful decorations needed for your special day. You are able to rent everything out from them and they organize and set it all up for you. There is no better place to get married!
If you are looking for the perfect barn style wedding venue in Northern Michigan, you have found it!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 11/03/2022
Alexandria,
Thank you so much for the amazing review of our venue! We are so happy that...
we got to be a part of your special day and that you had such a fun weekend.
Kaylynn K
5.0
8/18/2022
There are not enough words to describe Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center, from the people to the venue this place is so beyond wonderful! My husband and I got married there Augu...
st 6th and it was by far the best weekend and wedding we could have asked for. Amber our wedding coordinator was so amazing, she handled everything to make sure our special day ran smoothly and veronica was a wizard with the decorations making the venue even more beautiful than it already is. I would recommend this venue to any and everyone who is looking to get married, the accommodations as well as the location are perfect. I could never thank them enough for all they did. If you are looking for a stunning venue with the best people to work with, look no further as this is your place!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 11/03/2022
Kaylynn,
Thank you for the great review! We always enjoy getting feedback from our bride...
s, knowing they had a fun filled weekend. Congrats and blessings on a lifetime of marital bliss.
Esther P
5.0
7/21/2022
For starters Sonshine Barns is gorgeous and full of history the grounds are beautiful and landscaping is done perfectly. This venue was everything we could’ve asked for and more! W...
e toured over 10 locations and this one ticked all of our boxes and more! Toree, the day planner went above and beyond and made sure everything was perfect for us and Sarah and Veronica, did an amazing job with the decorations in the barn. All are guests were amazed at the beauty of the barn. There is not enough space here to describe how amazing this venue really is. Besides being stunning, the barn gave us amazing photos, enough room for all of our guests and provided an inside and outside ceremony option. That was very beneficial for us because it was down pouring the day of the wedding (I hope it was good luck)! Out of all the barns we toured, this one really stood out to us! A little pricy, but SO WORTH EVERY PENNY!!! Our wedding was phenomenal not only for us, but for everyone that attended! The bathrooms are spacious, the bar is huge, and the dance floor is perfection. If you’re having a barn wedding and are a little bougie then this location is perfection! Sarah and her crew are amazing to work with and the location is absolutely perfect!! As soon as my then fiancé and I stepped into the barn it instantly took our breath away and gave us chills. We knew that is where we wanted to become husband and wife and start our new beginning. It was a night to remember and a night we can’t wait to tell all of our kids about!! I wish I could give Sonshine Barns more than 5 stars!! Book your tour, because when you walk into the barn you will fall in love!!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 07/22/2022
Esther,
Thank you for the amazing review! We love hearing from our brides and knowing th...
ey had such a great weekend!
Leah W
5.0
7/21/2022
Honestly I could not recommend this venue enough to people. Every single person who works for them is amazing, sweet, and extremely helpful from the moment you book them to even a ...
week after your wedding day. Now the venue is BEAUTIFUL and that is what gets peoples attention but what’s even more amazing about this place is the experience. The house you stay in all weekend is wonderful and is stocked with all appliances you would need and your guest will LOVE IT. I am about 2 weeks out from my wedding day and people still are talking about how wonderful the entire experience was and jokes that me and my husband needing to have another wedding because they had so much fun! Brides, I know a day of coordinator does not seem that big of a deal but oh my gosh I don’t think I stressed one time because of Toree. She got EVERYTHING me and my husband needed that day and I could have not done it without her. I always will recommend this venue to everyone I know because it is not only stunning but such an easy and fun experience!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 07/21/2022
Leah,
Congrats again on your wedding! We love hearing from our brides and getting to be ...
a part of their special day. You are always welcome back anytime!
Dylan P
5.0
7/21/2022
What a magical evening. A wedding at Sonshine Barn Wedding and Event Center can only be described that way, magical.
For the Bride and her party, the day begins at the bridal sui...
te and is the perfect place to get ready. It is very spacious, photogenic and comfortable. They supply plates, cups and other items to keep the focus on the wedding day. This bridal suite allowed us to have the hair and make up vendors on site. The bridal suite allows you to have a full salon experience without having to leave the venue.
For the Groom and his party, there is plenty to do on site especially in the clubhouse. They have a half-court basketball court, putting green, ping-pong table and more. The clubhouse can only be described as a man cave. Although one of the bathrooms in the clubhouse was out of commission and we decided to get ready in the farm house, this would be a great place to get ready.
The farm house that comes with the package is fantastic! This is the best place to stay as you are able to have your entire bridal party on the venue throughout the weekend. It is beautiful and is equip for 24 people or more if you supply the extras. We were able to have our rehearsal dinner on-site as they supply tables and chairs as well as a full kitchen and grill.
In the farm house they have the perfect newlywed suite. The bathroom has a stand up shower with two shower heads and a beautiful tub for a soak after your big day. This was the best way to celebrate together as new husband and wife. We decided to rent the farm house one more night as we had Memorial Day the following Monday. This gave us some time to really soak in the venue without the distraction of entertaining others.
We cannot thank our wedding coordinators enough. They have multiple and without a doubt they will all make your day stress free. Personally, Alexis and Jaclyn made sure everything was perfect. We had ideas in our heads about how we wanted decor and pictures, with their twist they helped make it even better. If there is one thing I will always remember from the wedding is nothing went wrong, or Alexis and Jaclyn handled it without us realizing.
Another addition they offered is called the Corner House. This is a house that is within walking distance of the venue. In our case the bride’s parents rented this house. This gave them a great experience as they were basically on-site.
If you are looking for the perfect wedding, you have to have it at Sonshine Barn Wedding and Event Center.
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 07/21/2022
Dylan,
We are so glad you guys had such a wonderful wedding weekend! Thank you for the gr...
eat review !
Rebecca N
5.0
7/18/2022
We are so thankful that we had our wedding at Sonshine Barn in June. This venue is absolutely beautiful. Our experience was everything we could have ever asked for and more, simply...
amazing. Anything you could think of that you could want or need for your big day, they have. Having the farmhouse, clubhouse and barn all on the same grounds was so convenient. Also, having access to the grounds all weekend was another plus. You didn’t just celebrate one day, you got to celebrate all weekend long. I can’t say enough about how thankful we are a wedding planner was included. Amber was our savior all weekend long, she was beyond helpful and was a major contributor to our successful day. We can’t say enough great things about her. This is a wedding venue you must check out!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 07/18/2022
Rebecca we are so happy that you enjoyed your wedding weekend! Thank you for the amazing ...
review and you are always welcome back to our farmhouse anytime!
Jordyn F
5.0
7/05/2022
My spouse and I got married at Sonshine Barn and would not have changed a single thing. Having the property for the weekend allowed us to spend more quality time with our friends a...
nd family and really provides an elevated experience for the couple as well as the guests. The venue is absolutely gorgeous and the staff is great to work with! We would highly recommend Sonshine to everyone!!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 07/05/2022
Jordyn,
We are so happy that you and Jenna had such a great time on your wedding weekend!...
Thank you so much for the kind words and we wish you a lifetime of happiness for you and Jenna!
Meg P
5.0
1/04/2022
The property is stunning, but what really makes Sonshine barn stand out is its team of highly knowledgable and helpful professionals. I cannot imagine how much more stressful plann...
ing would have been (during a pandemic no less) without our coordinator Sarah and the Sonshine Barn crew!
The Sonshine property was exactly what we hoped for- a beautiful place to host family and friends all weekend long... and that is exactly what we did!
We welcomed all our guests for a BBQ dinner following our rehearsal. The lawn between the house and clubhouse was perfect for setting up tables and chairs and there was plenty of room for the food truck and buffet! Sarah also went above and beyond for our welcome dinner- clipping some flowers around the home to add to our simple centerpieces. When day turned to night, the bistro lights twinkled above us as we reminisced with friends old and new.
The convenience of having everyone in one spot made our wedding day a breeze. The guys hit up Treetops early in the morning as us girls made the quick walk from the house to the bridal suite. All the while, some loved ones cooked up a full breakfast buffet in the house to bring over as we got dolled up.
Our guests remarked all evening long about what a gorgeous property it was- allowing them to catch up with friends outside, take a walk around the grounds or join folks on the dancefloor.
We capped off the night with a fireworks show that lit up the fields and the resulting pictures are breathtaking. The Sonshine crew also helped with the coordination between the fireworks team and the local fire department.
As most brides say, the only thing I wish is that we had had more time. The day was a blur, yet not once did I have to stress about a single thing thanks to Sarah and her team.
We are so grateful for the Sonshine Barn crew. From a year-long postponement to all the changes due to COVID to finally celebrating our big day, I wouldn't have wanted to do it with any other team at any other venue!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 11/03/2022
Meg,
Thank you for the amazing review of our venue! It was definitely an interesting yea...
r to get married and we couldn't be happier that you are one of our brides that stuck it out and chose to get married at our venue. Congratulations and blessings to a marriage filled with laughter and lifelong memories.
Chelsea B
5.0
11/05/2021
I cannot recommend Sonshine Barn enough! The venue is STUNNING! With the clubhouse and on-site salon, there’s literally no reason you have to leave the venue the entire weekend. It...
was amazing to be able to wake up the morning of my wedding and not have to rush to a different location.
If the venue itself doesn’t sell you, then the on-site day of coordinator should. I had the honor of having Veronica assist me with my wedding. My wedding would’ve been absolute CHAOS if we didn’t have Veronica organizing, keeping us on schedule, speaking with the vendors, fixing flower crowns, adding flowers to my cake, chasing after groomsmen, etc.
I got to have the day I’ve always dreamed of thanks to Sonshine Barn!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 11/05/2021
Chelsea,
Thank you so much for such a glowing review! We always love hearing that our br...
ides had such an amazing experience and congrats again on your wedding!
Jessica
Karianna O
5.0
11/04/2021
The best venue in Michigan by far. They have everything set up so perfectly. Everyone was so helpful and made sure the entire day went perfectly. The farmhouse was very clean and e...
veryone loved being able to stay from the wedding party and not worry about driving! I would get married here a million times over!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 11/04/2021
Karianna,
Thank you for your wonderful review and we are so happy that you had such a mem...
orable experience at our venue!
Allison H
5.0
9/22/2021
There is not a single bad thing that I could say about the Sonshine Barn! We were extremely impressed with how professional and accommodating all of the staff were. The property is...
truly incredible, the barn, farmhouse, and clubhouse. We stayed Thursday-Sunday for our wedding weekend and it was amazing to be able to have our entire bridal party stay right there next to the barn. One of our favorite parts about the venue is having the farmhouse right next to the barn and being able to spend more time with our family/friends, making it into a long weekend event. We even had our rehearsal dinner right at the farmhouse. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding weekend and I cannot thank everyone from the barn enough for making our wedding day a dream come true. The barn is absolutely stunning and we have received so many compliments from our wedding guests. I would recommend this wedding venue to anyone, as it was truly a dream come true!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 09/22/2021
Allison,
We are so glad you had such a great weekend! It was a pleasure getting to be a...
part of your special day!
Jessica
Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center
Alexandra G
5.0
8/05/2021
I got married at Sonshine Barn this past July and after researching and touring multiple Northern MI venues, Sonshine tops them ALL! From the staff, wedding planners, grounds, amen...
ities, etc. nothing truly compares. You can make it as chic and vintage as you want and the Clubhouse and Farmhouse that come included in your weekend stay are perfect for your wedding party! All of our guests couldn't believe how beautiful and well-maintained the venue was! Not to mention, Sonshine Barn hasn't been around for very long, making it a new and jaw-dropping experience for ALL of your guests. Sonshine Barn and staff, THANK YOU for making my day absolutely perfect and bringing my dreams to life!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 08/19/2021
Thanks Alexandra for the 5-star review! We're thrilled you had an amazing time at our venu...
e for your special day. We enjoyed you and your wedding party and guests!!
tiffany y
5.0
8/04/2021
If I could I would give Sonshine Barn more than a 5 star rating.
I couldn’t have been more happy with how my beautiful wedding turned out. Even though it snowed the day before my...
wedding, Amber my wedding coordinator did such an amazing job keeping me calm. They were very accommodating and wanted to do everything to keep the bride and groom happy.
Amber did an amazing job keeping me from becoming a “bridezilla.” She was always a step ahead of me and was always there with a positive attitude. She was definitely the best wedding coordinator ever. Thank you Amber!!!!
I would 100% recommend Sonshine Barn to those who plan on getting married. You will not regret having your wedding here! Here are some of my wedding photos I would love to share.
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 08/05/2021
Tiffany,
Thank you for the great review!
Taylor P
5.0
7/27/2021
I would 100% recommend the Sonshine Barn to anyone that will listen! The Sonshine Barn staff is amazing and they truly make you feel so comfortable! They make you feel like family...
! Every person from the grounds crew to the wedding planners are amazing! They are kind, passionate and so much fun! They made every vision and dream of our wedding come true!
The farmhouse is such a nice feature for both families to stay and celebrate at! We added a few nights stay at the farmhouse since we were having so much fun having both the Groom and Brides family together! We also rented to house across the street for some of our bridal party which was nice that they could just walk across the field! The grounds are amazing and everything is kept up and clean! Spotless!
The boys loved playing basketball in the grooms suite and all of the bridesmaids comfortable fit in the bridal suit! I could not have visioned a more perfect day!
Veronica was our party planner and I teared up saying goodbye to her! She and her husband were amazing! So very helpful, detail oriented and kind!
Do yourself and your family a favor and book the Sonshine Barn for your wedding! You will not regret it!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 08/19/2021
Taylor,
Thanks for the 5-star review. We always aim to go above and beyond for our couple...
s, and thrilled you had an amazing experience for your special day! We are blessed with amazing staff :)
Jada F
5.0
7/07/2021
After going to multiple amazing weddings at the Sonshine Barn, my husband and I knew we wanted to have our big day there as well. It looked so beautiful and the staff was so great ...
in helping it run seamlessly. They checked in with us several times before the big day to make sure everything was in order and ready to go and were willing to help in any way. On the day of our wedding, we had nothing to worry about because they had it all under control! I would highly recommend having your special day here!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 07/08/2021
Thank you for the great review and for letting us be a part of your special day!
Wendy C
5.0
7/07/2021
My daughter Taylor and her husband Jason were married at the Sonshine Barn this past Saturday. We had toured the venue years before after a friend was married there. It was magical...
then, and magical last Saturday. After three date changes due to Covid their dream wedding became a reality due to the amazing vendors, but mostly our wedding planner Veronica and her husband. From the moment we met, we knew we were in good hands but the professionalism and love we felt was far above our expectations. Veronica is a pro and guided us throughout the process, from the rehearsal , through the ceremony and into the evening. She delivered bagels for the bridal suite, pizza for late night guest snacks and even brought the bride and groom snacks from their cocktail hour as she knew they were being photographed. During the ceremony as Veronica was cueing the bridal party, her husband was behind the barn door with Taylor and her dad taking pictures. They are some of our favorites! They helped clean up and were there to the very end. Veronica even returned the next morning with hugs for the bride and groom, which really warmed my heart. I cannot say enjoy about this venue. It was beautiful and made our kids dreams come true. Thank you all for a very special weekend!
Response from Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center on 07/08/2021
Wendy, we are so happy we got to host your daughter's special day! Our staff was very com...
plimentary of your family and we are so glad you guys had such a wonderful experience!
Thank you,
Jessica
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