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The Barn at Five Lakes Resort in Frazee, Minnesota fuses vintage charm and the scenic backdrop of northern Minnesota. As a private resort, couples and their guests can celebrate various wedding events while enjoying the beautifully maintained setting. Add a personal touch to this venue with the help of the full-service staff. The rustic wonder of this venue will stay with guests for years to come.

Facilities and Capacity
A wedding size of up to 200 guests can be accommodated by the venue in the various spaces of the Barn at Five Lakes Resort - weddings with over 200 guests can be accommodated with the rental of a tent. A ceremony held on The Oak Lawn – an open area across from the Barn and next to a 200-year-old oak tree - is easily accessible for guests and can accommodate any size of ceremony. The Pasture is located next to the Barn and is an open lawn space scattered with tall pines and meadow. This is a great space for larger weddings and can accommodate a tented celebration. Accessibility to electrical resources is available with The Pasture space. For couples wishing for an indoor setting, The Hayloft may be the ideal fit. The space accommodates up to 225 guests for a ceremony, 200 for dinner and 300 guests for dancing. The vaulted ceiling highlights this space – large yet inviting. Adorned with café lighting and up lighting along the sidewalks, The Hayloft imparts rustic ambiance. The Hayloft also includes a large deck of the north side and is heated, air-conditioned and equipped with electrical capability. The Lower Level of the Barn, with doors on either side leading to the outdoors, is a unique and re-purposed setting. Find the bar in one of the three repurposed horse stalls made of reclaimed white oak. Café lighting and chandeliers add an elegant charm to this rustic space. The Lower Level of the Barn can host a dinner of up to 75 people and a cocktail hour. An outdoor setting, The Lake View can accommodate ceremonies of various sizes.


Services Offered
Relax and enjoy as the staff and event planner take care of the rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception. A variety of services are provided by the Barn at Five Lakes Resort, including event coordination, catered food and beverages, a backup plan for inclement weather, and on-site private cabins.

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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?

$1,750

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

$1,750

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?

$3

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

$3

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

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$3

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Premium Liquor
Specialty Beer

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

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch
Waterfront

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?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
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?

January
February
March
April
November
December

Reviews of The Barn at Five Lakes Resort

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Danielle Sent on 09/16/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The wedding of my dreams

Marlette and Lisa are amazing. We are from the St. Joseph,MN area...so the Barn is about a 2hr drive for us. From day one they answered all of our questions and responses were instant. From dealing with a difficult vendor to a little hiccup of rain the day of the wedding, they were on top of it. They gave advice when it was needed. Keeping the bride and groom relaxed the day of, as well as tending to the entire wedding party. They truly made our fairy tale wedding come to life. We got the outside wedding of our dreams with the most beautiful dinner and dance in the hayloft. The food is AMAZING. All of my guest walked away saying it was the best wedding food they have ever had. They all enjoyed the late night mac and cheese bar, which I wish we could eat every night. Num. I cannot say enough about them. If you are looking for a beautiful barn wedding with amazing food and coordinator, this is the place. Thank you so much Marlette, Lisa, and the staff at The Barn at Five Lakes for making our wedding day dreams come to life.

Love,
The Ostermans
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Alyson Sent on 10/30/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Experience!

We could not have been happier with our wedding here. The combination of perfect weather and the beautiful setting made our special day one we will never forget. We received so many compliments on our wedding from our guests. In addition, everyone at the resort was wonderful to work with and the food was outstanding. Highly recommend!
Haley
Haley Sent on 10/23/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Exactly what I hoped for!

Planning a wedding in MN from NYC could have been very difficult but everyone here made it so much easier. They truly understood my vision and made it happen for me! Such a stunning venue, I highly reccomend it!
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Chelsea Sent on 10/03/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We had an absolute dream of a wedding at the Barn. Everything was flawless and I could not have imagined any other place to get married. If you're dreaming of the perfect wedding venue, absolutely sign up for a wedding at the Barn! <3
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Hillary Sent on 09/26/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The Barn at Five Lakes Resort was the best possible thing to happen to our wedding. We loved everything about this venue. Marlette (the event coordinator) was a miracle worker. I would pick this venue again in a heartbeat. From start to finish I have not one negative comment about the barn and its staff.
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Brittany Sent on 08/24/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Everyone at the Barn at Five Lakes was amazing. We couldn't have asked for a better weekend. As a bride, I was not stressed at all because of the staff. Every detail was thought out and executed perfectly. I would highly recommend them!
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Alyssa Sent on 08/16/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The Barn at Five Lakes Resort is the perfect spot for a wedding! Everyone we worked with was very accommodating and made sure we had everything the way we wanted for our entire wedding day. We live 3 1/2 hours away from the resort so planning a destination wedding can definitely cause some stress but everyone at Five Lakes was so great about staying in contact with us for the entire planning process and making sure every detail was covered! We definitely recommend having your wedding at The Barn at Five Lakes Resort. It is a beautiful location and is great for indoor and outdoor weddings! All of our guests raved about the venue and thought it was a great place to get married.
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Alyssa Sent on 08/15/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The Barn at Five Lakes Resort is the perfect spot for a wedding! Everyone we worked with was very accommodating and made sure we had everything the way we wanted for our entire wedding day. We live 3 1/2 hours away from the resort so planning a destination wedding can definitely cause some stress but everyone at Five Lakes was so great about staying in contact with us for the entire planning process and making sure every detail was covered! We definitely recommend having your wedding at The Barn at Five Lakes Resort. It is a beautiful location and is great for indoor and outdoor weddings! All of our guests raved about the venue and thought it was a great place to get married.
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Tess Sent on 08/10/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding couldn’t have been better!!! The Barn at Five Lakes made our wedding dreams come to life! They took care of us and had our best interest in mind through the whole process. We encourage anyone considering getting married in the Frazee/Detroit Lakes area to check out The Barn for your venue!
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Deb Sent on 11/18/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We were so happy with our choice of venue with The Barn at Lake Five. The whole process was made easy by the Fair Hills staff! Marlette was such a joy to work with! Always answered our texts and helped us with all of our questions and decisions along the way!
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The Barn at Five Lakes Resort frequently asked questions

The Barn at Five Lakes Resort includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Barn at Five Lakes Resort includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Barn at Five Lakes Resort includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Premium Liquor
  • Specialty Beer
The space offered by The Barn at Five Lakes Resort for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Waterfront
The Barn at Five Lakes Resort offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Barn at Five Lakes Resort offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Barn at Five Lakes Resort offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Wifi
The Barn at Five Lakes Resort offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Tables
The Barn at Five Lakes Resort is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.9 in value and 4.8 in average response time.
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