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Sweet Briar Farm is a rural wedding venue situated in Linden, Texas. Dating back to the 1890s, this property once functioned as a cattle farm. Current owners Toni and Lewis Melton built their family home here in the early 2000s, building a barn for Toni’s mother to live in. This barn set the scene for their son’s wedding in 2017, and the facility has been hosting marital celebrations ever since. Nestled amid East Texas’ picturesque Piney Woods, this modern farmhouse venue can provide the backdrop for your entire once-in-a-lifetime event.

Facilities and Capacity

At Sweet Briar Farm, your nearest and dearest will surely be delighted by its combination of rustic charm and scenic beauty. You and your partner can tie the knot at the outdoor ceremony site. Surrounded by idyllic woodland, this open-air setting is the perfect place to say “I do”. Following your service, you can explore the grounds to find the best backdrops for your photography session. You can host your reception in the barn, a charming event hall that can comfortably receive up to 200 people. The barn is replete with bucolic details that pay tribute to the venue’s agricultural heritage, such as the barrels, wood panels, and stone walls. There are also many modern features that are bound to impress your guests, from the expansive floor-to-ceiling windows to the decorative chandelier. As you wine and dine with your friends and family, you admire the eye-catching views of the grounds.

Services Offered

Sweet Briar Farm allows you the option to rent the property for a whole weekend or a Friday/Saturday, giving you time to rehearse and decorate. The venue can accommodate engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and receptions. Planning assistance, bartending, event set-up and breakdown, and access to get-ready rooms are just a few of the optional services that the team offers. A wide range of event items is included, including chairs and tables, while embellishments such as centerpieces and drapery are available for rent. As an added touch, you can enjoy a virtual tour of the property to become familiar with the facilities.

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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?

$2,000

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?

$2,000

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

$2,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Tables
Transportation

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
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
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Server(s)

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)

What event items are available?

Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Photo booth
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

February
March
April
May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
July
August

Reviews of Sweet Briar Farm

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Tonya Sent on 06/17/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Sweet Briar Farm Will Not Disappoint

Sweet Briar Farm is a very special place. Toni and Holly were wonderful to work with every step of the way from preplanning, to bridals, to the weekend of the wedding. With unpredictable weather issues, these two ladies were patient, compassionate, and encouraging as our daughter took her Plan A dream wedding and put Plan B into action. Toni also did an incredible job with the flowers and added touches to the decor we provided. She can do it all, and do it beautifully. Sweet Briar Farm will not disappoint.
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Beth Sent on 03/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic venue

My daughter's wedding was last night ar SBF & it was more than we could have dreamed of. Toni & Holly were very helpful & very easy to work with. They made this special day stress free. Give Sweet Briar Farms a look for your dream wedding.
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Tabitha Sent on 11/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding October 30th

If you are looking for a venue look no further than Sweet Briar Farms. We llive approx 1hr away but Toni and Holly are so helpful and attentive with everything that distance should not deter you from checking this place out. The wedding venue itself is very pretty and can be dressed up or down according to your dream day. Toni and Holly are absolutely amazing with the flowers and decorations. Our daughter's wedding was absolutely perfect and we were able to enjoy the entire event and not worry with anything!
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Joe A. Sent on 09/09/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Toni and her assistant Holly were amazing and made sure every detail was perfect.

I sincerely cannot imagine a better venue! Toni, the owner, and Holly, her assistant, helped guide us through everything to make Joe and Maddy’s wedding so perfect. They took care of the flowers and decorating. Toni made suggestions regarding who, what, when and where. If we needed anything she had the solution. I can not brag on this lady enough.
Sara
Sara Sent on 12/13/2020
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 would recommend!

I can't imagine having our wedding anywhere but Sweet Briar Farm! Toni was phenomenal to work with and helping make our day a success. The venue is beautiful with the floor to ceiling doors, the outside area, and all of the charm that has been added. If you are looking for a venue that is beautiful without a lot of work - look no further!
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Brigitte Sent on 10/22/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Glover Wedding

My son and daughter in law were married at Sweet Briar June 1, 2019 and it was beautiful! Toni was so helpful and went out of her way to make everything perfect!! I highly recommend her and Sweet Briar.
Alex
Alex Sent on 10/22/2020
5 out of 5 rating

my experience with this vendor was lovely and I would not change a thing.

I cannot say enough great things about Sweet Briar Farm and the amazing owner, Toni Melton.
Her talent and ability to transform her venue into your dream wedding goes beyond words. She is professional, she is kind, and she does her job very, very well. She went beyond just renting a beautiful venue. She helped bring our vision of an elegant wedding alive. Toni is incredibly easy to work with, kept everything positive and joyful, and worked well with the other vendors.
With the help of Toni, my husband and I were able to enjoy the wedding planning process and our wedding day.

Sweet Briar Farm is tucked away, surrounded by the piney woods of East Texas. It’s easy for guests to find, right off of a county road near Hwy 59, but it’s secluded, which offers you exclusivity.
The venue itself is beautiful and hardly needs the help of any decorations. From the light fixtures, the outdoor patio and fireplace, to the huge sliding doors with floor to ceiling windows allowing a stunning view of the beautiful landscape surrounding the venue.

I would choose Sweet Briar Farm over and over again and would recommend this venue to anyone for their special event!
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Aslin Sent on 10/20/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Best day ever

Toni is a PHENOMENAL! Sweet Briar Farm is the perfect venue to make all your wedding day dreams come true. I cannot day enough good things about this venue and the owners. Our day was the BEST DAY EVER.
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Alexandra Sent on 10/20/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Beyond beautiful!

Toni was so thoughtful throughout the whole process. She made the venue come to life with our ideas, and everyone gave us compliments throughout the night on how beautiful the place was!
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Vanessa Sent on 09/28/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Gorgeous venue and amazing venue owner!

My husband and I got married here in June of 2020. This venue was breathtaking, affordable, and just everything we wanted for our wedding day. The venue owner, Toni Melton is the sweetest woman and she is so professional. She takes the stress away, and helps you to just enjoy the bridal experience. I believe wholeheartedly that this was the PERFECT place for us. It has indoor and outdoor options, with so many amenities already provided. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone!
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Awards

10
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner

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Sweet Briar Farm frequently asked questions

Sweet Briar Farm includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • Transportation
The space offered by Sweet Briar Farm for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
Sweet Briar Farm offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Sweet Briar Farm offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Sweet Briar Farm offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Sweet Briar Farm offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
Sweet Briar Farm 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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