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Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens

Up to 175 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Bar Services
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Recommended by 98% of couples

About this venue

Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens is a historic farm and wedding venue located in Gordonville, Pennsylvania. This grand barn was built in the 1800s, followed by the Tobacco Barn in the 1900s. Situated on picturesque grounds, they offer a historically preserved backdrop to your love story.

Facilities and Capacity
Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens owners Myron and Sally Stoltzfus and Brian and Dawn Waltman love helping couples celebrate their wedding day. The Grand Barn can host receptions with up to 175 seated guests. Being the only truly historically preserved barn in the tri-state area, it is a space that is sure to wow guests. Originally constructed in 1820, it has a unique blend of rustic elements and elegant accents and offers over 3,600 square feet of floor space. Inside, the interior features high ceilings, chandeliers, and romantic ivory ceiling draping. The Tabacco Barn is the second space featuring original antique hardware and doubles up as a backup space in case of inclement weather during outdoor receptions. Seen as being the "little sister" of the Grand Barn, there is a stunning floor space and stage, as well as large hinged panels originally used to hang tobacco from the rafters. The wedding gardens offer a private and spacious ceremony space with room for up to 175 seated guests. Guests can also mingle and play lawn games in the outdoor lounge and courtyard during the reception or cocktail hour.

Services Offered
Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens offers convenient wedding packages to make planning your dream day a breeze. Dawn Waltman serves as your wedding consultant throughout the process, and you have convenient bar packages, catering options, and decor rentals to choose from.

Features

Woman-owned

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Weddings at this venue

Jeff & Jade's wedding
Jeff & Jade
91 photos
Jennifer & Andrew's wedding
Jennifer & Andrew
27 photos

FAQ

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?

$4,000

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

$4,000

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

No

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Set Up

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
Open Bar
Signature Drink

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Barn
Garden
Historic Building
Park

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Event Rentals

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Family Style
Outside Cake
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Signature Drink

What event items are available?

Decor
Furniture

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

April
July
August
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Reviews of Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens

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Stoltzfus Homestead & Gardens is a gorgeous, versatile venue with stunning grounds, multiple barns, and abundant photo spots. Reviewers praised the organized, communicative staff and day-of coordinators who handled details and hiccups smoothly. Indoor ceremony options, a prop shop, and preferred vendors made planning easy and guests raved.

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Stoltzfus Homestead & Gardens is a gorgeous, versatile venue with stunning grounds, multiple barns, and abundant photo spots. Reviewers praised the organized, communicative staff and day-of coordinators who handled details and hiccups smoothly. Indoor ceremony options, a prop shop, and preferred vendors made planning easy and guests raved.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 157 reviews
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4.8/5 190 reviews
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Bryce Sent on 07/31/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A Dream Venue!

Choosing Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens was the best decision we made for our wedding. All of the spaces throughout the grounds are stunning, and the moment we saw them, we knew it was the perfect backdrop for our day. What truly sets this venue apart, however, is their incredible staff. The entire team was professional, organized, and attentive from start to finish. Our day of coordinator, Grace, was a dream to work with, handling every detail with precision and grace. The day ran flawlessly, and we felt completely supported every step of the way. We are so grateful for everyone's hard work and for making our wedding day feel so special and stress-free.
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Arianna Sent on 10/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Jewells

Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens made our dream wedding come true. The wedding process is daunting, and they helped everything be smooth, feeling organized and easy. They were all so kind, and not to mention… the venue is GORGEOUS. My guests LOVED the venue, and I had such great feedback from all of them about not only the venue, but the staff. 
Sara
Sara Sent on 09/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue

We had our wedding at Stoltzfus Homestead & Gardens and couldn't have asked for a better experience. The team was responsive and helpful throughout the planning process, answering our questions quickly and offering solid vendor recommendations that made a real difference. The property itself is stunning with its rustic charm and scenic grounds that gave us the perfect backdrop for our big day. Every detail of the space felt thoughtful and authentic, from the landscaping to the layout. We were impressed by how seamlessly everything came together, and our guests raved about the unique character of the venue. If you're looking for a place with genuine beauty and a team that actually cares, Stoltzfus Homestead & Gardens should be at the top of your list.
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Isa Sent on 07/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Stoltzfus is the best!

From the first time we toured, Dawn immediately made us feel like she and her team would take care of us. They kept us updated every month with all of the necessary information to plan each phase. Ginger (the day of coordinator) was fantastic - all of our guests were so impressed with her and the entire operation! The venue is stunning and we did not have to lift a finger the entire day. I wish we could do it all over again!
Caroline
Caroline Sent on 07/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Magical Marriage!

Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens is a magical venue with a supportive and communicative team who will do everything to make your day perfect! As you step foot on the property you are immediately amazed by the meticulous grounds, and then you look up and take in their incredible historical barns that are connected by cozy string lights. You have the opportunity to get married in their beautiful white barn, followed by a cocktail hour in a breath-taking and relaxing oasis of a garden, and then a reception in their larger grand barn with huge open doors that give your guests a unique indoor/outdoor flow. Both barns are open canvases for any decorating style that you could imagine (use Pearls & Petals for the most outstanding flower arrangements - Megan is their daughter!), and the gardens are naturally beautiful. You can incorporate levels of DIY decorating, but they have their own "prop shop" with endless options of decor from how to display flowers during the ceremony, to fabrics and centerpiece features for the reception (their son Matt is constantly creating incredible pieces, and he works carefully with you to bring your look to life!). Even more fun is the extra experiences that you can rent through them, like a photo booth in an old camper, a s'mores station at a fire pit, and a sparkler exit! They think of everything, and they're open to other ideas to make your day just as you dreamed! Their team is a well-oiled machine who walks you through the planning process with detailed email newsletter-like updates with timeline suggestions, while also always being available for questions that they answer quickly and thoroughly. On your day they're prepared for any hiccup, but they'll handle things with grace and ease, to a level that you'll never know if something went wrong for a moment. They have rainy backup plans too, but somehow their grassy cocktail gardens absorb even days of rain prior like you'll never believe. We were able to take in every ounce of their grounds just as we hoped, including first look photos in their special "secret garden" behind beautiful wooden doors, sunset photos on their hillside overlooking everything, a quiet moment on their fun large swing, and then a private last dance while guests gathered for the sparkler exit. Of course the day goes by quickly, but by hosting the whole day with them, and using their decorating services, you get to take it at the perfect pace and you're supported and cared for throughout it all. We can't wait to take every opportunity to return and relish in the memories made there; you're forever family there, and it's felt from the first time you visit!
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Kiersten Sent on 06/29/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Venue!

We had the BEST experience with having our wedding here. The venue itself is absolutely stunning and there are so many great options for ceremony spaces. It is also the perfect venue for any type of weather - rain or shine there is no stressing about your wedding day. The getting ready bridal suite was so spacious and beautiful. Dawn and Brian are the nicest people and their staff was exceptional. Having the “prop shop” is such a plus - we live out of state and didn’t have to worry about buying and bringing in all of our decor and furniture because it is all there for you! This venue is so organized with the planning process and know exactly how to make your day run smoothly. Every one of our guests commented on how beautiful the property and landscaping was. Having their preferred vendors list was also so nice because each vendor already knew how to best set up for the space. Communication with each person at this venue is prompt and they truly want to help you make your day happen the way you want it to. I am so grateful we chose to get married at Stoltzfus and HIGHLY recommend this venue to anyone considering. Best choice we made!
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Talia Sent on 11/12/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible venue, highly recommend!

I don’t even know where to begin with how incredible this venue is. Dawn and Brian are absolutely amazing and have such a great team here at the Homestead. You can tell how much they genuinely care about their couples and how family-oriented they are! From our first visit to the venue, we felt so comfortable here and so excited for our wedding. They have also built the ultimate preferred vendor team that works together so well and makes the day run incredibly smoothly. You can feel the love as everyone we talked to about the Homestead is so excited to be a part of any Homestead wedding day! The staff went above and beyond every step of the way to ensure our day was amazing. Dawn and Brian both worked tirelessly to help us carry out our vision for our wedding day putting in many hours answering all our questions and making sure we felt prepared and excited. Everything was perfect for us thanks to both of them, the rest of the team, and our amazing Stoltzfus coordinator, Ginger! We had such a beautiful and stress-free day! Our guests raved about the gorgeous venue and how they had the best time exploring the property and being able to enjoy the lawn as well as both beautiful barns and everything in-between. Thank you so much to Dawn, Brian, Ginger, and the entire Stoltzfus Homestead team!
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Rodney Sent on 10/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Venue

Great venue with even greater staff & vendors. Can't recommend them enough!
Sara
Sara Sent on 10/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Stoltzfus Homestead & Gardens is a 10/10!!

My husband and I were married here on June 17th. If you are considering booking Stoltzfus for your wedding, you will 100% not regret it. When I tell you everything was absolutely perfect, I mean it. From the day we booked our wedding date, Brian and Dawn (the owners) were so helpful, kind, and welcoming. Guests have been raving about how amazing everything was. The property is beautiful. There are so many little spaces for guests to mingle, play games, and enjoy their time during the reception. If you do choose to go with Stoltzfus, you will enjoy every minute of your wedding day and have absolutely no worries at all. I wish I can go back and relive our perfect day, all because of the amazing staff at Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens!!
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Patricia Sent on 10/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome experience!

This is the best wedding venue with the best people! They did an amazing job for my daughter's wedding and we are so sad the day is over. Everyone went above and beyond to ensure a smooth perfect day and it's very evident they truly care about their couples. Thank you brian & dawn!!!!!!
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Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens frequently asked questions

Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Set Up
The bar service starting price at Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • Open Bar
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Park
Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Event Rentals
Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Decor
  • Furniture
Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens currently offers 1 discount promotion for wedding services.
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