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The Barn at Bee Cliff is a tranquil space to host a wedding in Elizabethton, Tennessee. Located in the Cherokee National Forest, on the banks of the Watauga River, right under the Bee Cliff, the property is made up of fourteen fully-furnished cabins, the main barn, and the outdoor pavilion. Surrounded by untouched nature and picturesque views, this venue offers a peaceful space for your wedding day celebrations. With plenty of great fishing spots, amazing trails, and kayaking opportunities, this idyllic location is the ideal place to escape to. Owners Norine and John Allen completed construction in the summer of 2020 and opened the grounds to couples seeking a romantic trip away to celebrate their love.

Facilities and Capacity

Boasting 1,944 square feet of space on the ground level, the barn offers plenty of space for small, intimate ceremonies or large wedding receptions. Attached to the barn is a large covered porch that provides guests with a substantial amount of space to host outdoor events. The high ceiling displays large beams that are tastefully decorated with romantic string lights. John set out to transform the space into a beautiful area where romance can thrive. By reusing wood from an old church, he crafted the barn out of several different types of wood including cedar, knotty pine, red oak, ash, and poplar. The large garage-style doors open up onto the expansive outdoor space, allowing the room to be cooled by the natural air from the Watauga River. The pavilion overlooks the land and nearby forest while offering a setting for photos of the wedding party. The cabins provide cozy rooms for getting ready and overnight stays.

Services Offered

You and your partner will be given a tour of The Barn at Bee Cliff and encouraged to discuss your ideas. The tall trees and natural surroundings create a setting for photos of the wedding party. The antique farming equipment perched in the heart of the grounds provides couples with a foundation to center their photoshoot around. The team will gain a genuine understanding of your individual style and your expectations for the day. The venue can take care of the setup and breakdown of the event to make the process easier for you on the big day. The setup and cleanup of event items such as tables and chairs are all covered by the team.

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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?

2,500

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

2,500

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?

2,500

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

2,500

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

Chairs
Parking
Set Up
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Barn
Campsite/Cabin
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?

Accommodations

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Decor
Furniture
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

March
April
July
August
November
December

Reviews of The Barn at Bee Cliff

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Cindy Sent on 08/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Wedding and wonderful people

This is a family owned venue and they treated us like family. Norine, John, and Holly went out of their way to make our wedding fabulous. The venue and barn are just gorgeous. The Watauga river runs right out front and is unbelievably beautiful. We stayed on site in the Hen House. It was so cute. The attention to detail is thoughtful and tastefully supplied and decorated with spaces for hair and makeup. The guys have the Bull Pen to get ready.
We had special circumstances in that I broke my leg 2 months before the wedding. Norine helped us figure out how to set things up to make it easier for me to get down the aisle on crutches. Holly took me to the picture sites on the golf cart. Our wedding went off without a hitch, and they even rang the old church bell for us to announce our marriage. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this place to any bride and groom. We just loved it and the family.
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Abby Sent on 10/30/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue!!

Such nice people and so helpful!
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Angie Sent on 09/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Mother of the bride

Not enough space here to leave a review that completely conveys how wonderful the venue, hosts, and staff are at The Barn at Bee Cliff. John & Norine plus their team were delightful to work with! Thr venue, the setting- all breathtaki g!! As Mother of the Bride everything about out experience with The Barn at Bee Cliff exceeded our expectations!
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David Sent on 10/03/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Reception

As proud parents of the bride, for the wedding held on September 25, 2021, at The Barn at Bee Cliff, we would like to express our thanks to their staff for helping us host the reception.
The venue was a beautiful setting with the rolling river next to the wonderful historic traditional barn that matched the bride and groom’s personalities. It made for a desired location for their special day. The owners and staff were friendly, kind, courteous and very attentive meeting the needs of all parties involved, from our family that stayed in the cabins to our other chosen vendors, guest and the bride and groom. The venue was affordable yet the experience working with them was priceless. We were able to provide our daughter and son-in law the wedding of her dreams!
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Kim F. Sent on 02/18/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding

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This family was great to work with. Made all my daughters wedding dreams come true!
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Adam Sent on 02/18/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Wow! What a Wedding!

From the moment Norine responded to our request for pricing, we were impressed. Not only did she address our questions and concerns quickly, but she went out of her way to make sure that everything was just right. The Barn itself is beautifully rustic with plenty of room, gorgeous craftmanship and nice restrooms and kitchen. And the outside--one of the most beautiful settings for a wedding. The barn sits on a river bank and is surrounded by beautiful mature trees and landscape. We spent our "honeymoon" in the Hen House while our guests filled the Bee Cliff Cabins across the river which are also owned by Allens. We can't say enough about the hospitaliy shown by the owners Norine and John. They went over and above and really seemed to care. We very highly recommend the Barn at Bee Cliff. Tell Norine that Adam and Pepper sent you.
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Nick Sent on 09/24/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Most beautiful place for our wedding!

My finance and I visited the property and we both love it! The barn itself is pretty cool but the surroundings are incredible. It sits right on the river and is secluded and peaceful. We also took a look at the cabins for out of town guests and they look great. The owners gave us a wonderful tour and couldn't have been nicer. This is going to be the perfect location for our wedding!
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Lindsey Sent on 08/28/2020
5 out of 5 rating

The Barn at Bee Cliff

They were super helpful assisting with setup. They made sure I had everything I needed for the day. I couldn’t have had a more perfect day without them!
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The Barn at Bee Cliff frequently asked questions

The Barn at Bee Cliff includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by The Barn at Bee Cliff for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Campsite/Cabin
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Waterfront
The Barn at Bee Cliff offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Barn at Bee Cliff offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Barn at Bee Cliff offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
The Barn at Bee Cliff offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Tables
The Barn at Bee Cliff 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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