FAQ/Details

FAQ​​

How do I Book the Venue?

To reserve your date, we require a deposit of $500.00 which is non-refundable if your event is cancelled. The package price is due 120 days prior to your event, payment dates are provided at time of booking. The deposit is in addition to the price of your package and will be refunded after the event if the venue and decorations are all in order. Pricing information is available on the Venue Info tab.

When is the venue available for rental? 

Blue View Barn is available for weddings and receptions during the months of September through March on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. The months of April-August the barn is not available due to farm activities such as our U-pick. We invite you to join us in April and May to pick blueberries! 

Do you host other events besides weddings?

Weddings, wedding receptions, anniversary parties and vow renewals are the only events that we host at Blue View Barn.

Are my rates guaranteed?

Once your contract is signed and deposit is made, your package price is locked in.

What if I need to change my date?

We understand that circumstances are sometimes uncontrollable, if you need to change your date after booking with us, we will make every effort possible to reschedule your event to an agreed upon date. Your contract and all deposits made will transfer to the new date. This is only allowed one time and cannot be done within 6 months of your wedding date.

Can I have some more information on your "all-inclusive wedding packages?"

Well... we don't really have an "all-inclusive package." We can make it simple for you to put one together though. When you choose Blue View Barn you are renting the whole property with everything on it for your wedding day. You have 12+ hours of use time. YOU get to choose your own caterer(or bring your own food), DJ, photographer, etc. We supply you with a WONDERFUL list of preferred vendors that have earned their place on our list. They are at all price points so that you can choose those that fit into your budget. The vendors cannot get on our preferred list without doing a few weddings here, proving that they are a professional vendor who CARES. If you choose our preferred and proven vendors, you are guaranteed to have an amazing wedding! This gives you total flexibility to choose what is right for you! 

What do you supply for our wedding at Blue View Barn?

We supply the venue itself, which includes an outdoor chapel with seating for up to 130 guests, an open air bar for the hour of cocktails after the ceremony, a separate reception barn with bathrooms and bridal suite, a caterers kitchen and a saloon for the groom. We also supply tables and chairs for up to 130 guests. That's right…. you don't have to rent tables and chairs at our venue! In addition, we have LOTS of beautiful decor for you to use at no charge. We have a whole room of "free" decor for you to use. We also provide a lovely sweetheart table and tables for food service, cake and dessert bar with linens.

What are the time limits?

You have the Venue: 9:00AM  until 11:30 PM the day of your wedding. The day before your event, 1:00PM to 8:00PM for your rehearsal/decorating is available for an additional fee. All amplified sound and music must cease at 10PM per county ordinance.  

How many people can the barn accommodate?

The barn can accommodate up to 130 people comfortably for dinner. Our tables provide seating for 130 people.

Are decorations included?

You are welcome to use the decorations we have! When you visit our venue, you can view all available decorations. We have a list of decorations in our Gallery section.

Is it possible to come to the venue to plan my decorations and bring my wedding party?

Yes, we have monthly Preview Parties and the entire venue is open so that you can make plans! These dates are given to you at the booking appointment. 

Do I have to use your Vendors?

No.  We do have a list of recommended vendors that have been at our venue, if you need options.  You must purchase event insurance with an alcohol addendum. See our vendor page for insurance providers. 

Is there available parking?

Yes, our parking is west of the Venue out of the view of photos. 

Is there a place for the Bride/Groom to get ready? Yes, we have a Bridal Suite and Groom Saloon for the wedding party to relax, be pampered and get ready for the day. They are air-conditioned and each has a private entrance and private restroom.

Can we have a wedding rehearsal?

For an additional fee you can decorate, set up the layout and have a rehearsal on the day before your event between 1PM to 8PM if available. Please see pricing info on the Venue Info tab. 

Who is responsible for setting up and cleaning up?

You should have a wedding coordinator or you and your family or bridal party, to set up tables and chairs and decorate according to your ideas/plans. You will also be responsible for clean-up after the event in order to receive a refund of your deposit.

Do you have a smoking policy?

To be considerate of all guests and staff, we have designated smoking areas with places for the cigarette butts to eliminate possibility of fires and cleanup.

Is alcohol allowed?

Yes, you must purchase the appropriate event insurance with an alcohol addendum in order to serve alcohol and if serving liquor, you must have a bartender. If serving only beer and wine, a bartender is not required but recommended. 

Are there hotel accommodations nearby?

Yes, there are multiple options: hotels in Winter Haven (2-4 miles away), Tampa and Orlando(45-60 minutes away, Lakeland (25-35 minutes away)

Any restrictions?

This is a working farm. Pictures may be taken in the blueberry patch but guests should not be allowed to roam in the bushes or touch any of the farm equipment. 

Fireworks, confetti and pets are prohibited on the premises.  Sparklers may be allowed as determined by Venue (weather permitting).

List of available items/decorations:

• 18-8 Foot rectangle tables and 150 white folding chairs

• Wood benches for ceremony-30-8ft long

• Two different archways and antique doors for entrance ways to ceremony

• Four whiskey barrels with glass table tops available

• One large, three medium and one small wood spools

• Wood slices for centerpieces

• Lanterns and vases for centerpieces

• Silk flowers for decorating

• Various sizes of mason jars

• Various sizes of chalkboards for decor

• Various sizes of galvanized tubs for drinks and ice

• Many other different frames, easels, lanterns, birdcages, baskets, crates, and candle holders for decor

• Shepherds Hooks/Aisle signs

• Table runners in a variety of colors and styles

• Many other items to choose from