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C Bar Ranch, located in Alachua, Florida, is a luxury barn wedding venue that sits amid majestic oaks on 191 acres of forest and family-owned-and-operated farmland. After your ceremony at one of five beautiful sites, you and your guests can head to the elegant, air-conditioned barn to celebrate and dance the night away. Let owners Ray and Nanette help you design a unique and enjoyable wedding experience that your guests will never forget. Full pricing is shown at www.cbarranchevents.com.

Facilities and Capacity

C Bar Ranch features a stately, air-conditioned, built-for-weddings facility with elegant chandeliers, wood ceilings and floors, lovely draping, and reception seating for 200. The main room is equipped with two wall-mounted, 55-inch, high-definition televisions and a complete audio-visual system for your use, with a smart wireless microphone for slideshows, music, and announcements. The building has an easily accessible, warming kitchen for your caterer, with ample room for food preparation and cake cutting on rolling tables. The kitchen is fully equipped with a freezer, refrigerator, two ovens, a three-compartment sink, plating tables, and more.

Choose to have your ceremony on the patio under the oaks, on the dock by the pond, in a forest-edged field, or at the barn front. Side porches feature lighting, built-in cocktail tables, and ceiling fans. A patio area under large oak trees features a fire pit and is illuminated with market lights and uplighting under the trees. There are separate dressing areas for the bride’s and groom’s parties, complete with private bathrooms, speak-easy doors, mini bar, coffee bar, comfortable furniture, full-length mirrors, smart televisions, and makeup stations with salon chairs for the ladies. You can choose to open these areas out to the main room for your reception to allow your guests to enjoy these spaces, too. There are plenty of ADA-accessible restrooms available for guests and a separate, luxurious, ladies’ lounge with an electric fireplace that can be used as a quiet area for nursing mothers or guests hoping to hold quiet conversations.

Services Offered

Our most popular wedding package includes three days of private access at the ranch, plus many included services, such as tablecloth use with the choice of about 20 colors. Couples have access to the property the day before the wedding to rehearse, relax, and decorate between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. You even may hold your rehearsal dinner on the property. Then have all-day access on the day of the wedding as early as 7 a.m. to begin getting ready, until as late as 11 p.m. for their celebration. They can return the day after from 8 a.m. until noon to retrieve items left behind, including vehicles. Couples also get exclusive, private access to the venue and grounds for their engagement photos.

The fully enclosed barn includes tables and chairs for up to 200 people and plenty of space for a dance floor, bar, DJ, band, photobooth, and more. And you're welcome to bring all your favorite vendors. Ranch staff will set up for your reception in any configuration you’d like, and they are happy to advise on a floor plan that would work well for your event. They have a vast selection of decor from which you can choose, including antique whiskey barrels, centerpieces, lanterns, signs, shepherd's hooks, easels, glassware, silk flowers and garlands, table numbers, and much more. They also can provide yard games, such as Giant Jenga, Giant Connect Four, and corn hole personalized with your last name. They want it to feel like your personal party barn for the weekend.

Representatives from C Bar Ranch will help with parking and will be on-site during your event to monitor the cleanliness of facilities, replenish restrooms, and handle any concerns that may arise, and to help other vendors work as a team to make it your Best Day Ever.

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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?

$5,500

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

$5,500

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?

$6,000

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

$5,500

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Barn
Farm/Ranch
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

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?

Bar Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Chocolate Fountain

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

July
August

Reviews of C Bar Ranch

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C Bar Ranch is a highly recommended wedding venue with exceptional owners who received praise for their professionalism, care, and positive energy in ensuring a flawless wedding day. The venue is described as purpose-built for weddings with clean facilities, accommodating groom and bridal suites, and a well-equipped kitchen. Reviewers appreciated the venue's uniqueness, beautiful layout, and the owners' attentive and stress-relieving assistance throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Guests highlighted the affordable pricing, beautiful setting, and the venue's ability to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience, making it a top choice for weddings.

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C Bar Ranch is a highly recommended wedding venue with exceptional owners who received praise for their professionalism, care, and positive energy in ensuring a flawless wedding day. The venue is described as purpose-built for weddings with clean facilities, accommodating groom and bridal suites, and a well-equipped kitchen. Reviewers appreciated the venue's uniqueness, beautiful layout, and the owners' attentive and stress-relieving assistance throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Guests highlighted the affordable pricing, beautiful setting, and the venue's ability to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience, making it a top choice for weddings.

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Samantha Sent on 11/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 1000/10 Would Recommend!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 1000/10 Would Recommend!

From the very first day, the owners (Ray & Nanette) were nothing short of incredible. Their professionalism, communication, and genuine care for every detail truly set them apart. They consistently went above and beyond to make sure our wedding day was absolutely perfect. They were so accommodating, supportive, and always brought such positive energy to every interaction. We couldn’t have asked for a better venue or hosts — everything exceeded our expectations. I would recommend this venue to anyone looking for a beautiful space and an amazing team that truly cares about making your day unforgettable!

Thank you guys again!
Samantha & Yamil
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Norma Sent on 10/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue for a Wedding or any occasion

Worth every penny, the service was amazing. Right on budget. The venue is comfortable with all the amenities necessary. Catered to our every need and went above and beyond to make sure that the event went flawlessly.
They bride's room as well as the groom’s room, provided privacy and can accommodate even large wedding parties. They were also very helpful providing vendors that are just as amazing as this venue is. The only thing we regret it that the party is over but it was the amazing and magical wedding every bit the one my son and my new daughter deserved.
Alexander
Alexander Sent on 10/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue and Great Owners

This Venue is purpose built for weddings. Some barn venues are just repurposed but this one is clean with tons of restrooms and amazing kitchen space. Both Groom and Bridal suite are nice often the men get stuffed in a closet at some Venues bot not at C-Bar.
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 10/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best choice!

C Bar Ranch was hands down the most accommodating, convenient, and enjoyable venue we could've chosen for our wedding. The owners are hospitable beyond expectation and communicate quickly and efficiently. We couldn't have been happier with our experience throughout the planning, during our rehearsal dinner, and of course, the day of. We would recommend anyone considering a venue to get married at C Bar Ranch! :)
Jennifer
Jennifer Sent on 09/30/2024
5 out of 5 rating

This venue made our day magical! The owners are simply a god sent and are just amazing. Flexible and responsive and a phone call away with anything we

As our day got closer and the stress of our wedding was rising the owners we there for anything we needed. Gave us planning help. Along with there attentive caring attitudes helped take away all the wedding planning stress. We were able to just simply enjoy our wedding and have zero stress. It was wonderful.
Deborah
Deborah Sent on 12/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Above and beyond our expectations! Very grateful for their personal attentiveness to our specific needs. Loved the venue, decorations, and atmosphere.

The venue was unique and beautiful...exactly what we wanted! Not only was the main room perfect for the group we had attending, the other areas were icing on the cake! The layout of the facilities made our event run smoothly and the use of the indoor and outdoor areas felt like we had our own private estate! Even our photography was gorgeous due to the backdrop. Everything was beyond our expectations. Highly recommend!
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Amelia Sent on 10/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Holts are amazing people! The whole wedding experience was a dream and we couldn’t have done it without them.

C bar ranch is the best venue in town. It’s affordable, beautiful, quiet, and the owners are truly amazing people.
Morgan
Morgan Sent on 12/30/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue!

It is easy to see that this venue is STUNNING but its the people who run this venue that make it EXTRAORIDNARY! The responsiveness from our initial contact stood out to be better than any other venue we contacted and as soon as we met Ray and Nanette and began discussing what we wanted it was clear that they would go above and beyond for their couples and that proved true throughout the whole planning process and the wedding day! Nanette is amazing! SHe sent out check-lists to keep us on track and helped with the planning from beginning to end! She made this process so much easier and less anxiety inducing and I am so thankful for her because I would have forgotten so much!
March in Florida is unpredictable and this year it decided that it wanted to rain the whole week leading up to our wedding which made everything soggy. On the night of the rehearsal dinner, on which it was still raining, after valeting the vehicles for my bridal party and family we came up with a rain approved plan-b and Ray offered to go get terf so my bridesmaids would have a solid place to stand if we were able to have the ceremony outside. They say rain on your wedding day is good luck well the morning of mine it stormed (tornados and all!) and Nanette, Ray and Renata (our wedding planner) were very patient with me in waiting for the rain to stop and things to hopefully dry up some because we really wanted to have the ceremony on that beautiful dock and it did! Also, because the parking area was still soggy Nanette, Ray and their family provided valet for our guests!
So many wonderful things I could say but I would end up writing a novel but in the end the people and details make a difference and with this venue they excelled at both!
J
Joseph Sent on 10/30/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue

Beautiful venue and amazing staff! I can’t imagine getting married anywhere else
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Sarah Sent on 06/05/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Beyond Excellent

C Bar Ranch is so much more than just a wedding venue! The owners are the nicest people you will ever meet. They will do everything they possibly can to make your wedding day perfect! C Bar Ranch is BEAUTIFUL and everywhere is picture perfect. I have the most gorgeous wedding photos from their beautiful venue. I am so thankful for C Bar Ranch and all their help making my wedding day dreams comes true. If I could do it all again I wouldn’t change a thing. I had a dream team of vendors that many were recommendations from C Bar Ranch! I can’t recommend C Bar Ranch enough!! My guests couldn’t believe how beautiful everything is there. The bridal and groom suites were amazing too! They were the biggest suites I had ever seen at a venue and I’ve been to many venues for friends weddings. All my vendors loved being there and my guests were constantly complimenting everything!! C Bar Ranch is perfect in every way! I can’t recommend this gorgeous venue enough!
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Awards

48
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
4 Rivers Smokehouse Gainesville 4 Rivers Smokehouse Gainesville Restaurant Weddings

C Bar Ranch is one of the prettiest and accommodating venues in North Central Florida! Owners Ray and Nanette Holt, and their family, took a lot of pride in custom creating their venue to not only give their customers an amazing venue and experience. But they took their vendors needs into consideration as well when they designed the venue. Ray and Nanette are the epitome of Southern Hospitality and treat everyone like family, and always make sure that your special event is absolutely perfect. You may start as a customer, but you will leave as family.

Baughman Center Baughman Center Banquet Halls

C Bar Ranch is a wonderful venue to host both weddings, receptions, and large scale events! Many of our clients utilize the ranch to host their receptions. C Bar Ranch exceeds our customers expectations in much the same way that our staff provides, which makes it easy to refer our clients to their facility. We are happy to endorse this location for reception and outdoor wedding needs.

Always Eventful Always Eventful Wedding Planners

If you are looking for an amazing venue for your wedding, rehearsal dinner, corporate event and beyond, C Bar Ranch is the place to be! This venue is an example of hard work, dedication, planning and lots of LOVE! The Holts are an amazing family and really took the time to think of everything a venue could possibly need. From a planner's point of view, it's a dream, and I'm sure brides or any other clients would agree. From the bridal suite and groom's room to the sound system and awesome indoor/outdoor balcony, this venue is flat out beautiful. It's an elegant twist on a barn venue with the bonus of climate control for year round events. There are gorgeous indoor and outdoor options and plenty of charm. Between the venue and its owners, you'll be in great hands from day one. Oh, I almost forgot - there's no shortage of adorable farm animals on the property! Bonus! I highly recommend C Bar Ranch for any of your upcoming events!

Preferred Vendors
Baughman Center
4.9 out of 5 rating , 105 reviews
· Banquet Halls
4 Rivers Smokehouse Gainesville
5.0 out of 5 rating , 11 reviews
· Restaurant Weddings
Julie Herman Events
5.0 out of 5 rating , 47 reviews
· Wedding Planners

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C Bar Ranch frequently asked questions

C Bar Ranch includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by C Bar Ranch for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Waterfront
C Bar Ranch offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
C Bar Ranch offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
C Bar Ranch offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
C Bar Ranch offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
C Bar Ranch is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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