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Grove at Briar Barn Inn is a wedding venue in Rowley, Massachusetts. Our venue offers beauty, serenity, hospitality, and casual elegance for events of all kinds. Located just 30 miles north of Boston, this venue is in a convenient location. If you are looking for a distinctive farmhouse experience provided by the exceptional event team of WIllowdale Estate and now, Grove at Briar Barn Inn, this venue is the perfect place.

Facilities and Capacity
Grove is just a few steps away from Briar Barn Inn, there are 30 guest rooms available for your party to stay and enjoy that are centrally located on the property. There are landscaped courtyard and patio areas, along with the outstanding barn venue space. The barn offers a relaxed, country setting to seat up to 100 people. There are three bar areas, an outdoor terrace, industrial chandeliers, two dining areas, and more that make this barn space unique.

Services Offered
Grove at Briar Barn Inn offers exceptional services to you, your event, and all guests who attend. With accommodations such as guest rooms, spas, and on-site restaurants, this venue will make you and your guests feel right at home. There are also excellent in-house event planning, catering, and bar services to make your day special. Grove at Briar Barn Inn can provide tables, chairs, and even a dance floor for your event. The other event services available at this venue include:

  • Setup/cleanup
  • Event rentals
  • Outside vendors
  • Wireless Internet
  • Bridal suite
  • Liability insurance


Cuisine
When hosting your event at Grove at Briar Barn Inn you can also take advantage of the amazing in-house catering and bar options from our restaurant. These on-site services can cover the bartenders and servers, and offer flexibility with the style of your meal. There are also bar services, including a champagne toast, a selection of house, specialty, and premium drinks, and an open, cash, or limited bar. The other available catering items and services include:

  • Cocktail Hour
  • Reception (with plated dinner)
  • Outside cake (presented and served)
  • Tastings
  • Barware
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • China
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

3,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

2,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

1,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Catering Services

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$25

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Signature Drink

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

60

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Barn
Inn/B&B
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
November
December

Reviews of Grove at Briar Barn Inn

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Grove at Briar Barn Inn is a highly recommended wedding venue known for its stunning decor, delicious food, and exceptional service. Reviewers praise the helpfulness and professionalism of the coordinators, particularly mentioning Jeannine and Julia. The intimate setting, beautiful accommodations at Briar Barn Inn, and convenient onsite stay option are cherished by couples. The staff's attention to detail, responsiveness, and ability to handle last-minute challenges are highlighted as key factors that made the wedding planning process seamless and memorable for guests.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Grove at Briar Barn Inn is a highly recommended wedding venue known for its stunning decor, delicious food, and exceptional service. Reviewers praise the helpfulness and professionalism of the coordinators, particularly mentioning Jeannine and Julia. The intimate setting, beautiful accommodations at Briar Barn Inn, and convenient onsite stay option are cherished by couples. The staff's attention to detail, responsiveness, and ability to handle last-minute challenges are highlighted as key factors that made the wedding planning process seamless and memorable for guests.

J
Josephine Sent on 06/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

We Heart Briar Barn

We got married at Briar Barn Inn on 6/4/22 and we're so happy we chose this venue. Our wedding was everything we wanted it to be. Emily, our wedding coordinator (through the venue) went above and beyond. She was so easy to work with and so on top of everything during the months leading up to our wedding. The day of our wedding, she paid attention to details we didn't even think of. She made sure everything looked great and went super smoothly. Our family and wedding party were even commenting on what a great job she did. Aside from Emily, Briar Barn is a beautiful venue and perfect if you want to have a more intimate wedding. The food was amazing and the servers were super attentive and accommodating. They have chocolate chip cookies that our guests are still talking about. We would choose Briar Barn Inn to have our wedding at over and over again and cant wait to go back for special occasions.
K
Kim Sent on 05/25/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue

Briar Barn Inn was the first wedding venue we looked at and pretty immediately knew it was the one for us. We loved being able to have our guests stay on site, making it easy for them to get to (and enjoy!) the ceremony and reception. Leading up to our date, the BBI team was great to work with - from accommodating ever-changing plans due to covid, to answering questions, to keeping us informed about next steps. The day of, the execution was flawless. I didn't have to worry about a thing and felt comfortable leaving everything in the team's hands. Almost a year later, we continue to get compliments from friends and family about how much they enjoyed the charming venue and the amazing food.
Ailene
Ailene Sent on 08/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Intimate Venue

We got married at Grove in April 2025 and had an incredible experience. It was the first venue we toured and after looking at many other venues, we ended up coming back to Grove and are so happy we did. We had 100 guests and it felt like the perfect size venue - intimate without feeling over crowded. The dance floor was the perfect size to make it feel packed all night and the cocktail hour room provided an alternative space for those who wanted to chat. Being able to stay onsite made our wedding weekend much more relaxed and the suite was beautiful with the most comfortable bed ever. Julia, our coordinator, was super helpful, attentive and had a calm, easy going presence from the first time we met with her. The entire team at Grove and Briar Barn Inn were extremely responsive to our questions throughout the process. We were so happy with the whole experience and would highly recommend Briar Barn and Grove!
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