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Nestled on the tranquil shores of Lake Elsie near Hankinson, ND, our wedding venue offers a truly unforgettable destination experience. Spanning five picturesque acres, the property features a charming historic barn and a spacious pavilion, perfect for celebrating with family and friends.

Imagine exchanging vows at the water’s edge, surrounded by mature trees and the natural beauty of the lakefront. Our venue is designed for convenience and comfort, with every service you need in one location. From a dedicated officiant and onsite catering to a full-service bar and shuttle bus transportation, we ensure your special day is seamless and stress-free.

Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering of 25 or a grand celebration with up to 325 guests, our venue adapts beautifully to your vision. With its rustic elegance, breathtaking views, and all-inclusive amenities, it’s the perfect setting for the wedding of your dreams.

  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

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

No

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

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Transportation

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

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$5

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine

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

100

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

Pavilion -holds 300, historic barn holds 250, 5 lake acres

Describe your venue:

Barn
Historic Building
Loft
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

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

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Lighting
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

April
May

Reviews of Lake Elsie Wedding Barn

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Lake Elsie is a highly recommended wedding venue with professional and attentive staff. Reviewers praise Sandy and Marshall for their exceptional service and responsiveness, ensuring a stress-free planning process and a beautiful event. The venue offers multiple unique spaces for different parts of the celebration, with guests complimenting the setup and convenience. The owners and staff are commended for their kindness, respectfulness, and flexibility, making Lake Elsie a top choice for couples looking for a beautiful and accommodating wedding venue.

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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.

Lake Elsie is a highly recommended wedding venue with professional and attentive staff. Reviewers praise Sandy and Marshall for their exceptional service and responsiveness, ensuring a stress-free planning process and a beautiful event. The venue offers multiple unique spaces for different parts of the celebration, with guests complimenting the setup and convenience. The owners and staff are commended for their kindness, respectfulness, and flexibility, making Lake Elsie a top choice for couples looking for a beautiful and accommodating wedding venue.

Alyssa
Alyssa Sent on 08/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Alyssa and Andrew Aug 2024

We had out wedding at the Lake Elsie wedding barn on Aug 10th 2024. It was such a beautiful venue and they were all so accommodating and flexible with our visits to the venue! We had so many compliments from our guests about what a beautiful venue it was and that Sandys catering was WONDERFUL!! We had brisket, chicken thighs and scalloped potatoes, so many people said it was the best wedding meal they have been served. Sandy and Marshall were so kind and truly went out of their way to make sure we had the best and most relaxing day possible! Everyone on staff (setup people, bartenders, security, and bus driver) were all so kind and respectful of us and our guests. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding day!
Gretchen
Gretchen Sent on 01/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Experience

Lake Elsie Wedding Barn offers excellent service in a beautiful setting. It's a perfect location for couples who are looking for great service and a location with a romantic setting. The barn, lake, and bed-and-breakfast make it the perfect spot to get married!
Tanner
Tanner Sent on 01/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Sandy is an absolute joy to work with and their venue is so beautiful! You really cant beat the views, history, and the immenities that come with!

Everyone at Lake Elsie is super helpful and very professional. They communicate the big day and are there to help point my staff in the right direction. Sandy takes care of all of your needs, and she makes the stress of planning your wedding plans ahead an absolute breeze.
K
Karen Sent on 12/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

August wedding at Lake Elsie (Mother of Bride)

My daughter got married in August at Lake Elsie and the wedding so wonderful! It was just beautiful and Sandy was so excellent to work with both for the venue and the catering!
A
Alina Sent on 12/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue!

Beautiful venue, great getting ready space. Owner is respectable and responsive. Highly recommend this place to future brides!
Nick
Nick Sent on 10/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Nick and Tatum Zins' Wedding!

5 stars all the way around! This is a beautiful venue, and we loved how there was a different spot for each part of the celebration. It made it very convenient, not having to change up each area before the next portion of the wedding/reception/dance. Sandy and Marshall went above and beyond since the day we booked their venue. They always responded to any sort of questions, comments, and concerns very swiftly while we were in the planning stages. They helped tremendously while we battled the wind. Marshall quickly got to work making sure everything was secured; he even used his skid steer to move extra wind breaks around the tent to help with the wind. Sandy always had her phone at the ready even while she was busy maintaining the entire celebration over the course of the weekend. Sandy cooked an incredible meal for our wedding, it was unforgettable. We definitely recommend her boneless chicken thighs with the white barbeque sauce! She made our every concern her top priority. Overall, we felt very accommodated and respected. They treated us like family from day one. 10/10 will be recommending this venue to everybody in our lives while planning their weddings.
E
Elise Sent on 09/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

loved my wedding !!!

This was a wonderful venue and I can’t imagine having my wedding anywhere else! It was beautiful and the team works to create an event just for you. The reception, dance, social hour, and ceremony spaces worked perfectly.
Savannah
Savannah Sent on 09/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful!

A beautiful venue with many unique aspects. The service was wonderful, professional, & friendly!
A great setup for each part of the wedding day. Highly recommend!

Sandy was so helpful and wonderful to work with!
Christina
Christina Sent on 09/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful!

I had the pleasure of DJing for the owners of this venue and it was a wonderful experience! Sandy and Marshall are the sweetest couple, their communication was clear and timely. The venue itself has beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces to share with your loved ones. Great for large or intimate gatherings with easy to find electric outlets for vendors. 10/10 I can't wait to go back!
Dave
Dave Sent on 09/15/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Lake Elsie is a stunning venue

Lake Elsie is a fantastic place for your special day. With a location right on the water, it is hard to imagine not having a perfect evening! Thank you Lake Elsie for being great.
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Lake Elsie Wedding Barn frequently asked questions

Lake Elsie Wedding Barn includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
  • Transportation
Lake Elsie Wedding Barn includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Lake Elsie Wedding Barn includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
The space offered by Lake Elsie Wedding Barn for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Historic Building
  • Loft
  • Waterfront
Lake Elsie Wedding Barn offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Lake Elsie Wedding Barn offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Lake Elsie Wedding Barn offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Lake Elsie Wedding Barn offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
Lake Elsie Wedding Barn is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.8 in value and 4.7 in professionalism.
Lake Elsie Wedding Barn currently offers 1 special WeddingWire promotion for wedding services.
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