A vintage wedding barn venue in Gaylord, Michigan, Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center is the perfect choice for couples wishing to wed in elegant charm. Family-owned and operated, the picturesque venue combines multi-functional facilities with modern amenities like air conditioning and heat. A part of the Michigan wedding industry since 2016, Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center is sure to craft the magical and memorable wedding of your dreams.
Facilities and Capacity Nestled in the rolling hills of Northern Michigan, Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center provides couples with an ideal backdrop for intimate wedding celebrations. Located on a spacious 33-acre farm, the scenic venue offers couples the option of hosting their ceremony and/or reception either indoors in the venue’s barn, which accommodates 250 people, or outdoors on its meticulously landscaped grounds.
Services Offered Couples who opt to host their nuptials at Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center benefit from a variety of wedding-related services. For a truly unforgettable experience, said services include the following:
Liability insurance
Setup
Cleanup
Day-of wedding planner & assistant
Event decoration rentals
Lighting/sound
Outside vendors
Wireless internet
Tables & chairs
Walk-in cooler
Outdoor arbor
Accommodation
Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center offers couples and their guests overnight accommodations in the form of an on-site Farmhouse and Airbnb rental. Comprised of six bedrooms that collectively sleep 24, the Farmhouse features two spacious living rooms, a gourmet kitchen, dining room, and laundry room. The Airbnb rental—which is comprised of three bedrooms that sleep 10—features a fully stocked kitchen and billiards and ping pong table.
Rentals
Onsite wedding decorations
Other Facilities
Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center features a number of versatile spaces for couples to utilize during their wedding celebration, including a fully furnished bridal suite.
Location Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center is conveniently located in Gaylord, Michigan. Situated in the heart of Northern Michigan, the private venue is less than one hour from a number of landmarks, such as Mackinac Island, Gaylord State Forest Area, Atlanta State Forest Area, and Grayling State Forest Area.
I wanted to take a moment to thank you all for the amazing job you did on Megan and I’s wedding on 01 August 2020. We could not have been happier with the overall turnout. Sarah did a wonderful job with overall planning, décor, and vendor recommendations, and Amber did an impeccable job with planning, organization, and day of coordination. The amount of detail that Amber put forth on the day of the wedding, definitely impacted the overall success of the night. To keep my group of groomsmen in line and ensure everything went flawless was no easy task, but she was able to handle it perfectly. Between the two, they made the wedding of our dreams a reality.
I was very skeptical of moving the reception from inside the barn, to splitting it inside and outside, but your team made it possible to eliminate any doubt that I may have had. The safety precautions that were implemented, as well as the dual reception areas, removed any doubt that our guests health were largely taken into consideration prior to allowing us to move forward with our ceremony. The setup inside the barn, and outside in the tent, could not have been more perfect. Even though our guests were seated outside for dinner, they were not isolated from the wedding festivities due to the added bench seating inside. Once our wedding moments were captured within the barn, the party commenced in the tent and under the beautiful sky.
Overall, the way your team handled the whole COVID-19 situation, constant changes, and governors’ orders to make our day special was nothing short of exceptional. Once again, we would like to thank you for making our dreams come true.
Best of luck on your future weddings, and hopefully everyone will have the same happily ever after story as we did.
Sent on 08/24/2020
Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center's reply:
Michael,
Thank you for the wonderful review! It was a beautiful wedding and we couldn't be happier to get to be a part of your special day. We hope for a lifetime of happiness for you and Megan!
Thank you,
Jessica
Amanda G.
· Married on 09/14/2019
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Perfect venue for our best day ever!
Sonshine Barn won our hearts over the minute we stepped foot on the property. We are so glad we chose this place to host our wedding. It’s been about 2 months since we got married and people are still constantly talking about how fun our weekend was! We had a great experience with all of the women that worked with us and having a day-of coordinator made our day flow so nicely! We wish we could go back and relive it all one more time.
Sent on 11/10/2019
Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center's reply:
amanda,
Thank you for the review! We are so happy you had such an amazing wedding day and we loved getting to be a part of it. Best wishes to you and Spencer!
Jessica
Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center
Lisa W.
· Married on 07/20/2019
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
My husband and I had the wedding of our dreams at The Sonshine Barn!
My families experience at the Sonshine Barn was absolutely amazing!!! The venue is breathtaking and the staff goes above and beyond to help make sure your day is perfect. Amber was my wedding planner and she did an outstanding job!! The pictures I included in this review were taken by #thecompasspointeshere
Sent on 10/01/2019
Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center's reply:
Lisa,
Thank you so much for the review! From all the staff at Sonshine Barn we loved being a part of your special day!
Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center is one of our most favorite places to cater at! The venue itself is superb, every single staff member is easy to work with, knowledgeable, helpful and above all else - focused on the client. You will fall in love with everything the moment you step onto their property!
2838 Wilkinson Rd Gaylord, MI, 49735 See on map
989-308-4612(Phone number)
Tours are available by appointment only please. You can call 989.705.8777. Thank you!
Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center frequently asked questions
What items and services are included in the starting site fee at Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center?
Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Set Up
Tables
What are the most important characteristics of Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center in terms of venue type, style and location?
The space offered by Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center for wedding events is known for:
Barn
Farm/Ranch
What kind of indoor/outdoor options are available at Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center for wedding events?
Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor
Scenic Views
What kind of wedding events does Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center offer?
Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center offers the following types of wedding events:
Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner
What services does Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center offer for wedding events?
Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center offers the following services for wedding events:
Accommodations
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Lighting / Sound
Outside Vendors
Set Up
Wifi
What furniture and decorations does Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center have available for wedding events?
Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
What percentage of users recommend Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center and which are the most valued aspects of their wedding services?
Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center 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.
What kind of wedding service promotions does Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center offer?
Sonshine Barn Wedding & Event Center currently offers 1 offer promotion for wedding services.
