The Barn at Hornbaker Gardens

Absolutely amazing! Darcy was great to work with and the venue is just breathtaking. They keep everything so nice & do everything they can to make sure everything is a success.

Such an amazing staff and gorgeous venue! Darcy was super helpful throughout the planning process and on our wedding day. I could not say enough great things about this venue!! Don’t hesitate and just book it it will be 100% worth it!

We couldn't have chosen a more perfect venue for our wedding than The Barn at Hornbaker Gardens in Princeton, IL. From the moment we set foot on the 40 beautiful acres, we knew this was the place where we wanted to say "I do." The grounds are stunning, offering endless opportunities for breathtaking photos and serene moments. The barn itself is a masterpiece, with its beautiful windows letting in natural light that created the perfect ambiance for our ceremony and reception. But what truly made our day unforgettable was Lindsay. She was an absolute superhero, ensuring everything ran smoothly and seamlessly. Her attention to detail, calm demeanor, and dedication were beyond impressive. Lindsay anticipated every need and handled every detail with grace, allowing us to fully enjoy our special day without a single worry. If you're looking for a wedding venue that combines natural beauty, elegance, and exceptional service, look no further than The Barn at Hornbaker Gardens. We couldn't be happier with our choice and highly recommend it to anyone looking to create magical wedding memories.

I could go on and on how amazing hornbaker barn is. They exceeded our expectations in every way and Darcy was helpful beyond words. Highly recommend!

The Barn at Hornbaker Gardens was an amazingw venue. The setting was perfect and the price is very affordable for such a nice venue. We were also extremely happy with the staff and all the help they provided the day of the wedding!

We had a wonderful experience getting married at the Barn at Hornbaker Gardens! The ceremony grounds are stunning, and offer many excellent outdoor photo opportunities. The indoor reception space was also beautiful even without our added decor. The staff made our day go by without a hitch (pun intended). Lindsay was exceptionally responsive and easy to communicate with. She coordinated with our vendors without us even asking, and also kept us on track throughout the rehearsal and the wedding day. We absolutely recommend this venue for your wedding!

Phenomenal experience with Hornbaker Gardens. Lindsay, the wedding coordinator, was excellent. She was organized, easy to work with, and very responsive to any questions we had leading up to our big day. We had a perfect wedding day without any hiccups. Lindsay and team went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. The venue was absolutely beautiful. We had multiple guests tell us they had never seen a more magical venue. 10/10 recommend.

I am so thankful for the entire team at Hornbaker Gardens! Having worked with them both professionally in the past and as a recent 2023 bride, they are truly the epitome of respect, kindness, elegance, and so much more! Lindsay and her team made all of the difference on my big day- I did not have to worry about a thing! Everything was clearly communicated and expectations were laid out before hand-if I had any questions, Lindsay would answer in a text or email at any point of the day or night. You will not regret having your wedding here; the venue and the grounds itself is so beautiful, but the crew here truly make your big day special and run as smoothly as possible. So a big thank you to the entire Hornbaker family, I love ya'll and cannot thank you enough!!

Five stars all the way! Not only was the venue stunning inside and out. The staff at the Barn at Hornbaker Gardens was outstanding! Lindsay especially was incredibly helpful and answered all my questions promptly. To say that we were extremely satisfied with the overall experience is an understatement. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone. We were very well taken care of and will always have this beautiful day to look back on. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience .

Absolutely perfect day. Lindsay made the day easier than I ever imagined and is one of the most helpful and fun individuals out there. The venue is beautiful and all the staff is extremely polite. I had a no stress wedding all due to lindsay and her hard work. The best venue in the Midwest! The goldenrod is…fine.

We got married at the The Barn in January of 2023 and could not have asked for a more perfect venue for both our wedding and reception. While the grounds are absolutely beautiful regardless of the time of year, one of the main selling points for us was working with Lindsay. The first time we visited and met her I knew she would be incredibly helpful through all the phases of planning and the day of our wedding - and she did not disappoint! From her recommendations on vendors, quick turnaround time on any and all questions, and her willingness to jump in and take care of whatever was needed the day of, she was an integral part of our wedding! The rest of the staff at The Barn is top notch, too! Since we had both our ceremony and reception in the main room, they had to convert the space immediately following the ceremony and they had it done in no time. Lindsay assured us it would be quick and painless, but they far surpassed our expectations! If you are looking for a wedding venue, I could not begin to recommend The Barn enough. We received so many compliments from our guests!

I just had my wedding at the barn at Hornbaker gardens and it was amazing. All of the guests were amazed by the venue, the grounds, the decor, and how all of it pulled together. The staff were great, the bar was great, and Lindsay was amazing to work with. I would do it here 100x over again. I am very thankful. Plus, this venue allows winter weddings which made my dream come true. I would recommend to anyone.

Lindsay and her team are fantastic!! Lindsay was the one we worked with through the process of picking a venue and she was so nice to work with and even let us visit the venue more than once before we made our final decision! Day of the wedding, I was having some nerves as most women do on their wedding day and the staff was very kind and courteous when I asked to help them sweep the floors (cleaning is my coping mechanism). The day went smoothly and beautifully and we couldn’t have asked for a better venue and a better team of people to help the day go by smoothly!

I will never be able to put into words how amazing our day was all thanks to Lindsay and the staff at The Barn at Hornbaker Gardens. Not only is the barn absolutely beautiful from top to bottom but Lindsay and the staff went out of their way to make sure every aspect of our day was perfect. Throughout the planning process Lindsay was answering my phone calls and texts no matter what time of day, and helping me with any problems that occurred. She helped me find a makeup artist when our original one fell through, she helped me get my rustic wood tables even though they were originally unavailable, she was my go to girl and I am forever thankful for her. If you decide to go take a look at this beautiful venue be prepared to not only fall in love with the picture perfect barn and outside ceremony site but also the staff that will put in 100% of their effort all the way up until your wedding is complete. We still a month after our wedding get so many compliments on how beautiful and perfect our day was. It truly was the most magical day. I will forever be recommending this venue to anyone that asks!!

The Barn is ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS this is a DREAM venue to have your wedding at! I had my wedding October 16th this year and I had my ceremony outside and let me tell you the trees and all their beautiful colors were incredible! The property is gorgeous and the area down the road we took pictures at looked like a fairy tale! I cannot rave enough over this venue! And the barn is so clean and beautiful inside! It really is the whole package! Lindsay was so accommodating to us and she really was amazing the day of the wedding! She is an expert in her craft and she made the day move flawlessly! I was shocked at how little I had to do the day of because of her! My only complaint (and this cannot be changed) is that they don't allow you to set up the day before because the venue is so popular they have weddings all weekend long. But it all worked out in the end! Just know if you want this venue PLAN AHEAD because this place is a must have for weddings! Thank you to everyone at Hornbakers for making our day the best one ever! You guys are the best!

I had a great time working with this venue! They were so quick to answer any questions we had and was absolutely amazing on the day of. The venue is absolutely gorgeous and we had lots of compliments from our guests. I highly recommend this venue.

I don't even know where to start raving about this beautiful venue. We got married in June of this year, and we had our wedding reception at the barn - it was beyond perfect. The barn itself is absolutely stunning. Driving up to the property is like driving to a fairyland. It takes your breath away. It's also huge for all you brides that have big families like my husband and I do! Everything surrounding the barn is equally as gorgeous. The amount of effort that goes into making everything about this place beautiful is very noticeable. Not only did we pick the barn because of its obvious beauty, but from the very beginning, Lindsay welcomed us with open, friendly arms. I mean, she's truly amazing and so incredibly helpful. She remembered little details that I completely forgot about, and of course saved the day. When we were setting tables the day before our wedding, I found that I didn't have enough charger plates for all our tables, and I had to get to my rehearsal dinner, so Lindsay ran around for me to find plates so that I didn't have to worry. I truly could not have planned my wedding without Lindsay. She answered every crazy question I had and gave me so much advice to help me organize my day. She is just truly a saint, and I can't recommend her and the barn enough. She became a friend throughout my wedding planning process, and I greatly enjoyed working with her! Don't even question if you want to book your special day here - it is SO worth it!

I have wanted to get married at The Barn at Hornbakers since it opened. My dream came true this year and it did not disappoint. Lindsay, our venue coordinator, was absolutely wonderful throughout our planning and made the weekend run smoothly and stress free. They have this down to a science and leave little room for error. The venue was gorgeous through rain and shine and speaks for itself with minimal decor needed to make it beautiful. I cannot recommend this location for your special day enough!

My husband and I got married here in the beginning of April and it was the most perfect venue for our big day! First of all, the moment you step on the property, you instantly fall in love with the place. It has all sorts of rustic, elegant, romantic vibes. As someone who enjoys simplicity, this venue really had so many stunning elements, you really don't need much to elevate it. Also, The Barn is extremely spacious, which I know made many of our Covid-conscious guests feel much more safe in a distanced space. Lindsay, the coordinator, did an excellent job being responsive on questions we had along the way, and was very calm and collected throughout the day, handling anything thrown at her. She was awesome about sending reminders for day of detail information which kept me on task with wedding planning, despite still working full time. Her team did an amazing job making the flow of our day seamless--any small task that needed tending to was quickly snatched up and taken care of, no questions asked. The whole staff genuinely cares about each detail of your day, and will do what it takes to make your dreams come true. We can't recommend this venue enough!!

My now-husband and I were originally planning to do our wedding in the city and visited a few we really liked, but then I discovered Hornbaker Gardens in my research and we decided it was worth checking out. During our visit, we met Lindsay, and she sealed it for us. We wanted the venue and to work with Lindsay. We ended up postponing our wedding because of COVID, and while planning during the pandemic was incredibly stressful, Lindsay was responsive, flexible, and positive through it all. On our wedding day in July, it poured all day, and again, I could have been stressed or worried, but with Lindsay managing it all, I really knew either way, it would turn out great. We did end up having to have it all indoors, but it couldn't have been more perfect. Lindsay also had recommendations for all of our vendors, and they were INCREDIBLE (Mark Allen's, Flowers by Julia, Kelsey's Kakes, CampBride, and more). Thank you so much, Lindsay, Samantha, and to the rest of the Hornbaker team for making our wedding day everything we had hoped for.

This venue is an absolute DREAM in every way possible. We were married here in November and to say I was beyond impressed is an understatement. The venue is GORGEOUS alone, but the surrounding area for photos, just wow. The beautiful colors of fall were stunning in our photos, even though it did snow(!) on our wedding day. You really do not even need to do much of anything as far as decor goes, the space speaks for itself and really, really is beautiful! We got SO MANY compliments on how gorgeous this venue is. Not only is this space gorgeous, the STAFF is top notch. When we toured the venue, we spoke with Lindsey. She is so personable and answered every single question before I could even ask them! She is very responsive to emails and was so kind and easy to work with. I was sad when she told me that she would not be our day of coordinator, but I was not at all disappointed when I spoke with Samantha. She was just as great as Lindsey! Very responsive to emails, answering all the last minute questions and having all the details all figured out! We didn't even meet in person until our rehearsal dinner, but I felt like I had known her for years! I trusted her with details, she answered my crazy last minute texts, and she even gave the ok to hand out her number to my musicians, dj, and videographer, so I wouldn't have to worry about contacting them on the day of my wedding. They just went straight to her! All of the staff is so friendly and there was never, ever a line of more than 2 people at the bar. They really take care of you and make sure everything is smooth on your big day! Our caterer, lighting, and florist were all familiar with the venue and staff as well and said that they are so great to work with! Our florist had a question that I couldn't answer and she said, it's ok, I have Lindsey's phone number I will just text her and ask! I would 1000% recommend this venue/staff to anyone! We are so glad we chose to have our wedding here! I promise you will not regret having your wedding here!

We were very appreciative of Sam. She answered our most random questions courteously and timely. We received so many compliments about the venue. Your guests will be impressed!

We just had our wedding at Hornbaker and it was great! The venue is beautiful. We had many comment to us about how beautiful it was and was not at all a "barn." The large window in the reception hall shows the most beautiful red tree in the fall. Samantha was our coordinator and she was great as well. She helped us manage all of the chaos in days leading up in addition to the craziness the day of. I know there were a few things that popped up that would cause a bride stress but she handled it all in the background with ease. Would recommend this venue especially in the fall with all of the changing colors - great for pictures!

This venue was absolutely stunning! I had the duty of setting up for the reception area and ceremony for the couple. The Barn staff was wonderful and extremely helpful! Samantha, the event coordinator, was such a pleasure to work with. She was an excellent problem solver and very knowledgeable.

This place was beyond what we had hoped to have for a wedding venue. From the building to the grounds, there were countless places to take pictures from. The staff was just as great as the location too. Several of our guests commented on both the beauty of the venue and the friendliness of the staff. I worked with Lindsay as my coordinator and she made sure everything the day of our wedding went off without a hitch. Wouldn't have chosen to get married anywhere else around here! It was truly one of the best days of my life so far and a day I will happily never forget! <3

ATTENTION BRIDES: We had our wedding at the Barn at Hornbaker Gardens in September and it was the best venue ever!! I’m so grateful to have found this place – it was PERFECT!! First off, lets talk about the Barn layout: it’s absolutely GORGEOUS. The hallways, bathrooms and bride/groom rooms are spacious and I have to tell any newly engaged to-be brides that a venue with air conditioning AND bride/groom rooms are A MUST when checking venues (trust me on this!) The grand ballroom in the Barn is HUGE. Perfect for receptions. Personally, I feel the pictures on the internet do not show the true size of the room…plus the vaulted wood ceilings create an elegant yet cozy feel. Additionally, the kitchen is larger than one would think; making it easy for caterers to get the job done right. One of the main perks of having a wedding at the Barn is the guests have free range of the ballroom but also the covered patio in the back - guests are able to mingle and mix and be while still being in range of the music and dancing. There is a winding brick layout complete with a fire pit as well in the back of the Barn for Brides who wish to have a fall/winter wedding as well as a set of bags (or “cornhole” or whatever else you call it) for anyone to play (I was grateful to have this at our wedding…it kept our groomsmen busy while the bridesmaids and I were finishing up getting ready) Now, let’s talk about the Barn staff: No question about it, although the Barn and the surrounding gardens took my breath away when my then-fiancé and I pulled up to the Barn for the first time, it was the Barn Manager, Lindsay, who was one of the main reasons why we chose to have our wedding there. From day one, we were greeted with a friendly smile and we both felt very comfortable with her. You can tell that not only does Lindsay love her job, but her staff respects her. **On a personal note, I have known Lindsay for over 2 years now so I can attest to her genuine personality! We were a COVID couple and unfortunately had to postpone our wedding a whole year – I cannot tell you how kind and helpful she was to me while I was having my a COVID bridal meltdown and needed to change my wedding date (you da best Linds). The year leading up to the new wedding date, Lindsay was literally on my speed dial and guided me through every step of the way…no matter what question or concern I had, she answered my texts, calls and emails promptly and always went above and beyond to make sure I had the full picture and knew what to expect (even upon having a second COVID bride meltdown she still answered my calls!) so to say Lindsay is dependable is an understatement…let alone how awesome and fun she is!!! She has years and years in the wedding industry and can handle any curveball thrown her way…SHE IS WONDERFUL. LINDSAY IS ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL. The day of our actual wedding, I was able to meet more of Lindsay’s staff and they were all so friendly and they definitely knew how to handle a large wedding… we didn’t have to worry about anything that night, Lindsay and her staff had the wedding and all the vendors running like a well-oiled machine…even the bartenders were amazing - not once did I even see a line at the bar! We could just sit back, relax and enjoy the wedding which meant so very much to me after years of wedding planning craziness!! Thank you again to Linds and all the staff @ Hornbakers, you guys are the REAL MVPS!!

I will never be able to thank the staff at The Barn at Hornbaker Gardens enough! This was the dream wedding I have always dreamed of. My high school sweetheart got married here August 21 and it was beyond PERFECT!! If you need a place for your big day this is it!! ♥️♥️

The Barn is such a naturally beautiful venue with the best staff. Our coordinator Samantha was so on top of everything and very easy to work with! Our wedding ran so smoothly because of Sam that it was unbelievable.

If you're thinking about doing your reception at The Barn just do it. Not only will your wedding photos turn out beautiful because there's not an ugly spot inside or outside of this place but you will also have peace of mind while working with Lindsay. Lindsay knows anything and everything needed for a perfect wedding. She's quick to respond to your questions and her offer help on anything you need. The Barn was one of the best decisions we made with our special day.

Planning a wedding during Covid was so stressful at times, but Lindsay was super responsive and helpful through it all including the day-of. We had really had our hearts set on an outdoor ceremony, but the weather was iffy with storms forecasted. Lindsay was so flexible and reassured me that we could set up outdoors and have the front of the reception hall ready to set up in case it was needed. Thankfully, it all worked out and we had the ceremony we dreamed of, but having Lindsay's experience made the whole thing much less stressful.

I cannot write enough good things about this venue! First of all, it is absolutely BEAUTIFUL. Exactly what I'd always dreamed of having, and honestly even more beautiful than I could have imagined. The best thing about this venue, however, is the amazing staff. Lindsay went above and beyond on every aspect of the wedding. From my constant string of emails before, to doing the job of an event coordinator, florist, professional decorator, and friend the day of! I will be recommending this venue to everyone I know! Thank you Hornbaker for helping the day of my dreams come true!

Well, besides it being the most beautiful venue there is, Lindsay is amazing. She assisted us from the start of the planning process to the finish. I discovered the Barn when I was in high school dating my now-husband, and I knew when we got engaged that I wanted our reception to be there. When we got engaged, they were my first stop. My story is one of the unfortunate ones where COVID took every original plan and crushed it, and I never did get to have my wedding reception at the Barn. The experience I had planning with Lindsay, though, is what would bring me back a million times and recommend this beautiful place to everyone. It started out with Lindsay being my coordinator, but it ended with her being my friend. I am so lucky I stumbled across the Barn many years ago and got to meet her. This place is worth every single penny and I highly suggest you hire them for your reception venue!

My husband and I had our reception out at Hornbakers in December and we cannot say enough positive things about it! Not only is the barn absolutely BEAUTIFUL, but Tara was amazing throughout the entire planning process! She helped us every step of the way and made sure everything was set for the day & ran smoothly. Our guests were so impressed with the service & we are SO thankful we chose Hornbakers to be our venue for our big day! I would recommend it to anyone and everyone :)

The Barn is such a versatile space. Whether you want your decor to reflect a rustic, elegant, industrial, natural, or any other theme - this space can make it happen! You can really think outside of the box here and get away from wood slabs and mason jars. Typically, I'm on the flip side of events as a Coordinator, but this time I got to be the Bride. Every couple is given all the tools to have a flawless wedding day here. This four season space is surrounded by beauty all year round and your vendors will love working here, too! We decided to get creative and had a morning ceremony followed by Brunch. I'm SO glad we went for it!! I loved being able to enjoy the entire day with everyone vs. waiting until the evening to get the party started. If you're looking for flexibility and the ability to have a unique wedding - this is the place with the greatest staff making it happen!

100000% recommend this wonderful venue. From the moment we toured the place until the final hours of our night, the staff at The Barn at Hornbaker Gardens exceeded our expectations in every way possible. We initially chose this venue because of the BEAUTY of the entire area, but getting to work with both Tara and Lindsay throughout this process was an added, stress-free bonus. The two of them were so kind, helpful, and detail oriented and were so attentive and sweet to me whenever I needed anything or had any questions! We had originally planned to have an outdoor ceremony, but it had literally flooded the night before our wedding forcing us to go with an indoor ceremony as the ground was just way too wet. I was not one bit disappointed to have the ceremony inside because it was still gorgeous and the Barn staff transitioned to the reception set up before we could even blink!! We truly had the perfect day at the PERFECT place. THANK YOU Hornbaker Gardens for a day we will cherish forever!

First off, WOW... this is truly the perfect place to get married. We had looked at other venues and they were all pretty but when we walked into the barn we had that wow factor (literally). We looked no further and booked the same day. From that point on the planning process was so great. The barn offers their own bridal expos... UTILIZE those!! They are so helpful. We also had the opportunity to work with both Tara and Lindsay and needless to say, they have this whole process down to a T. They can answer absolutely anything you throw at them and offer their thoughts/suggestions as well. They were so accommodating and easy to work with; they truly care about your day and making it perfect. We were planning on having our ceremony outside but the weather decided otherwise. That day we chose to do the ceremony inside and thank goodness for that. It rained throughout our ceremony, then stopped in the evening. Was I disappointed? Not at all, the inside was so breath taking that I still can't get over it. After the ceremony, Lindsay and her staff quickly brought the reception site to life. I had so many people comment on how quickly they were able to turn around the room. They were extremely professional and worked with us to make our dream come to life. Now that our wedding is over, I have people ask what we would have differently and I can honestly say nothing. I'm so happy with how it all turned out, rain and all. The barn and the staff will forever hold a special place to us. Lindsay and her team went above and beyond to make our wedding day so wonderful and we are so thankful for that! You will not regret choosing this venue!

I just recently got married this past September at this incredibly beautiful barn and I couldn't imagine getting married at any other venue. Lindsay, the barn manager, oversaw every detail and answered any of my questions and always got back to me very quickly. I could not have gone through my wedding without her! The garden is gorgeous and theres an area tucked away on the grounds with a gazebo, stone staircase and much more that created magical, beautiful photos with my husband and I. We also hired for a company to add stringed lights inside the barn, which was a fanatic decision and made the barn feel warm and romantic.

This is the best venue! It was nothing short of magical and amazing! Everyone is so friendly and helpful!

The Barn was truly amazing. Lindsay and the rest of the crew were phenomenal. I am so thankful for each and every person that took part in making our wedding day a dream come true. They were so attentive to all the minor details and the whole day went just went so smooth. All the staff members were kind, courteous and helpful. The Barn is beautiful-I'm sad the wedding day is over, but I would 100% recommend this venue to anyone who wants the perfect outdoor ceremony and indoor/outdoor reception! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the best day ever!

Our daughter was married and held her reception at The Barn at Hornbaker’s, and I cannot share enough positive words to accurately convey how exceptional their services, and consequently, our experience was. Lindsay and Tara were professional, warm, communicative, helpful, calm, and encouraging throughout the entire process. Their staff was second-to-none. Every person went beyond expectations to help everything run smoothly. Just one example of their guest care was when one of our guests arrived to the Barn with just fumes in his gas tank and a newborn in the family. A staff member secured gasoline from somewhere on the property so this guest could make it to the nearest gas station after the reception. The grounds and facility made a stunning backdrop to the wedding ceremony and reception. Every season is beautifully picturesque here. The vendors with whom they work are wonderful. Hornbaker’s has a list of tried-and-true vendors to help your event e a success. We hired Mark Allen’s as our caterer, and they were exceptional. Our daughter’s wedding was the wedding of her dreams thanks to the wonderful people at The Barn at Hornbaker’s. You will not regret booking your event with them!

Love this venue!! Our wedding was in the month of June and we really wanted a ceremony outside but reception inside. we got married outside there and it was beautiful with plenty of beautiful trees in the background and only a short walk away from the barn where the reception was. Has a super cute covered cocktail area. The getting ready rooms are great! The wedding coordinators are truly what made this venue so great! They were so helpful and organized and were very good at communicating with us and making sure our planning was going smoothly. This venue is absolutely gorgeous!! The chandeliers inside with the beautiful flooring and big windows make it very elegant inside, with the barn looking somewhat rustic on the outside. Would recommend to anyone!! Love this place!!

Lindsay and her crew out here are THE BEST. They truly care about you and your big day. They are there to help you, guide you, and make your dreams come true. This was such a big thing to plan and the only reason I would be willing to do it all over again is because of the Barn. If you book them for any event, especially your wedding, you will not regret it. That is a personal guarantee!

So beautiful and the day of coordinator took care of everything, making our day so stress free! We

I don't even know where to begin! Lindsay was amazing as our coordinator. Then venue is very clean and beautiful. Even though there was space for a larger group even our smaller wedding used the space well and didn't feel over crowded or overwhelmed but the size of the hall. The staff was amazingly helpful and knowledgeable. Lindsay was always able to be reached with questions about the venue but also with suggestions for other vendors. The rules are really simple and they are willing to work with you on basically anything. My husband and I would just show up if we were in the area and they had no problem with you just walking the grounds to take a look around or get an idea for set up. There were so many details that I didn't even have to worry about because Lindsay took care of it all.

My husband and I just got married at Hornbaker's and it was everything we could have ever imagined. The space is absolutely gorgeous for a winter wedding! Tara was so helpful and went above and beyond for us. It was an amazing day!