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The Barn of Hidden Valley is a gorgeous Barn-style wedding venue just East of Columbus in Alexandria, Ohio (just 10 minutes from New Albany or Johnstown). The Barn is brand new, having been recently constructed by Amish craftsmen who are experts at putting the finishing touches on this type of venue. The words we hear most of the from visitors are “Wow!" “Amazing!” and “Stunning!”.

As our name indicates, we are tucked away from the outside world in a very inviting and secluded “Hidden Valley” – a country setting surrounded by 38 acres of trees and streams and walking paths accessed across a rustic, covered bridge.

Immediately around the barn are acres of beautiful grass accented by 4-rail horse fence to set the mood for relaxed county living. A close-by firepit area (wood provided) and fantastic landscaping make the setting complete. Choice locations for ceremonies are plentiful (including in front of the covered bridge).

A very large covered porch area equipped with string lighting and hickory rockers and other seating adds a country feel and a touch of glamour. Three large cupolas accent the top of the barn and display changing colored lighting as the evening progresses.

The Barn interior is warm and inviting with walls of rough-sawn pine and an amazing copper vaulted ceiling. Both overhead and sconce lighting can be adjusted to provide just the right mood. One end of the barn is accented by an expansive loft area containing Bride’s and Groom’s preparation areas. The loft has great potential for greeting guests, wedding party pictures, bridal and groom parties entering the main floor by way of the two stairways descending on opposite sides of the venue, and space for DJs, musical presentations, bands, etc. The loft also attracts many guests who wish to view the dance floor from above, or who just want to make a phone call in a relaxed, quieter setting.

A spacious kitchen area with large commercial refrigeration and a freezer for ice make it a great place to set up a bar while keeping things cold and contained… or use the large counter space as a serving area. Vendors and caterers of your choice are welcome. Other buffet areas are also available and two large whiskey-barrel tables for setting up a bar anywhere in the venue (you are in charge). Indoor chairs and tables are available to accommodate up to 250 guests.

You will have exclusive use of The Barn and surrounding grassy areas, the covered bridge, and the firepit area. The restrooms are unique and handicap accessible. Our 1939 Ford F-150 black pickup truck is available for pictures or just as a country accent for the day of the wedding if desired. Audio equipment (microphone) is available to facilitate communication with your guests.

Here at the Barn of Hidden Valley, your special day can be as intimate or over-the-top as you desire. You are in charge. The property offers gorgeous areas of your choice for photo ops. Staff members will be on-site the day of the event to offer any assistance required.

At the current time, our prices are very low to attract wedding/event activity and let many visitors know that we are here. Prices will be increasing over time and can change without notice (so book early).

Seeing is believing! Tours are available Monday through Saturday. We are very flexible and can plan according to your busy schedule.

Looking forward to hearing from you very soon. George and Sharon Peterson, owners.

  • Woman-owned
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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?

$1,200

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

$1,200

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?

$1,200

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

$1,200

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch
Loft

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
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
December
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Jk Sent on 05/23/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Last Minute Kitchen Assistant Very Grateful

Assisting with a last minute wedding reception, I truly was grateful for how generous George and Sharon both were with their time. The regular trash checks being the least of all they did, I know they give much to their clients. Truly, this venue I will recommend in a second to any who need. Our six boys had a splendid time tromping the grounds and harassing the crayfish in the pretty stream, and our daughter and her friends really enjoyed watching the crowd from the loft, as did the elder relations. The baby was just happy to have lemonade and the newly laid mulch in which to grub about. The facilities themselves were beautiful, everything so new and clean, and it was delightful, just delightful to be there. The 'groom's room' upstairs made a quiet and comfortable getaway for many a mom and baby. Our family left before the clean up was completed and missed the after party, but I do hope everyone else agrees that it was an exceptional place for this wedding reception. It was a blessing with all the littles who were there that the bride and groom WERE able to book this venue last minute; the alternative would have been stuffy, cramped, and nowhere near as excellent and hospitable.
Thank you for assisting in such a peaceful, joyful day.
Maria
Maria D. Sent on 06/02/2022
2.4 out of 5 rating

A DIY Wedding Venue

Update: I am apparently the evil monster out to "destroy" this place with my "accomplices" (I'm not). I shared my experience, and in response the owners find it appropriate to gaslight me (which I find to be downright sad). To set the record straight. In a moment of anger (in response to having to end my reception early), I did threaten to make sure others knew how we were treated. It was the only way to get the owner who was refusing to speak to me about a major issue (that caused my reception to end early) to come down and discuss the matter. I did not use the word "destroy", those are likely the words the staff used to convey my words via text to the owners (who were not present at the time), but those were not my words. In my original review, I listed what was & was not provided. No attacks, no making good on the threat, no secret plot, an honest assessment of my experience for goodness sakes. All reviews from my family/friends were of their own volition w/ no direction from me. I regret my conduct while angry (I raised my voice, swore), however, to translate my words in anger into motive for some malicious plot, and to discredit my experience, is downright sad. Also, "too much celebration" is a way of saying I was intoxicated and another attempt to discredit me. I was stone cold sober.

Finally, the things I'd like to "complain about now" came not from the things we anticipated, but from what we thought would be available either b/c it was contracted, promised, or a basic amenity, but never materialized. Most of these things they have noted as fixed, I am thankful for this.

I know a lot of people in this community and they work hard for their money. I'm not going to put 5 stars if my conscious speaks otherwise. I want this venue to improve, I don't want to "destroy" them. However, if resorting to turning me into a monster is what they'd like to do instead, it's sad, but I'm done. I sure do hope they are nicer to the next person who leaves a less than glowing review and don't resort to belittling and laughing at them. No bride wants to have to end her reception early, get as upset as I got, and then be attacked for sharing her experience. I certainly didn't. All my other vendors were wonderful and got glowing reviews on the knot, wedding wire and google.

My original review (grammar shaved for space)

Wedding held at The Barn of Hidden Valley on 5/21/22. Beautiful new venue in Alexandria, Ohio. We were the first wedding. Although venue marketed as a “wedding venue”, did not provide many of the options that one expects from a “wedding venue”. It is a do-it-yourself kind of place for the cost of a venue with more amenities.

For the rental fee:
• Gorgeous venue + grounds
• 30 5’ round tables, 6 8' rectangle tables, 4 6' rectangle tables, + 250 chairs (inside use).
• A nice patio w/ rocking chairs.
• Ceiling fans, many windows and doors for breeze (no AC)
• The use of a commercial-size refrigerator (no freezer)
• Bride and Groom’s suites. Will be tight if you have 3+ in your bridal party
• Fire pit + wood to burn.

You will be responsible for:
• Table and chair set-up (set up part of contract but no help was there to do so). We were permitted to set up and decorate the day prior . Tear down included in rental fee, however we chose to tear down to achieve required sweeping of floors
• Drinking water. Well water, smelled and tasted of sulfur
• Trash bags + removal; no dumpster
• Decorations. Use of nails and staples is permitted. All must be removed prior to event end time.
• Ice + means to keep it cold
• Extra paper towels and toilet paper
• Caterer of choice. No cooking facilities
• Table linens
• Tableware
• Outdoor seating for a ceremony
• Arch for ceremony
• Event Insurance, naming the The Barn of Hidden Valley
• Alcohol. A certified bartender to serve is required. No bar area.
• Buses not welcome on property. Owner upset with bus turning around partially in grass. Cars had to park in grass. ~160 guests who did not bus, carpool is recommended.
• Leave venue exactly as it was when you arrived: remove decorations + any nails/staples used, remove trash, vacuum balcony carpet if debris, broom sweep ground floor, wipe down counter areas, clean showers if used. Ensure fire pit is extinguished + debris removed. If cleaning is not done according to the provided outline, fees incur. The proprietor did allow rented chair pick-up the next day

You can comfortably fit 200 guests seated.
Mei
Mei Sent on 06/07/2022
1 out of 5 rating

Disappointed

I'll give this place one star for the aesthetics. It is pretty and the grounds will give you great photo ops, but unfortunately that's all I can say that's positive at this moment. I realize this was the first wedding they hosted at their venue, but even that was no excuse for how they handled things and caused stress for the families on such a joyous occasion. Most wedding venues go above and beyond to accommodate the bride and groom and the families on their special day. Knowing others who do this for a living and seeing how hard they work to provide the best possible service for their couples, I was appalled at when I found out how much my family members paid for what little they got. $5500 with a $1,000 deposit and you get a barn with no A/C, no table linens, no bar set ups, no freezer to keep things frozen, no ice available, no filtered water (water smelled like sulphur so you have to be sure and purchase your own filtered water - brother of the bride had to leave to go buy more water during the reception), no trash disposal (THEY HAD TO TAKE ALL THE TRASH WITH THEM TO DISPOSE OF), no one on site to make sure everything ran smoothly, no outside chairs available for ceremony, no arch (even though these things are "pictures" on their website), no basic supplies or cooking utensils available for caterer and the microwave didn’t work, no set up or clean up (this was done by the bride and groom and family and wedding guests). The bride and groom literally had to change out of their wedding attire into street clothes to CLEAN UP. They wanted this clean up to be completed within an hour after the reception ended which included cleaning the bathrooms, showers, floors, removal of decorations - literally everything - so the reception had to end earlier than planned to begin the cleanup process. I guess the take down of tables was included - but in order to clean the floors sufficiently to their specifications listed on their last minute list, the tables needed to be put up so I would argue that it really wasn't included. Seriously though?? First of all...set up and take down should be included...but if not...give the family until the next day to get everything out and fully cleaned up. They shouldn't have to stress about anything on the day of the wedding. The fact that wedding guests literally had to restock the toilet paper in the bathrooms is just absurd. I feel like these people saw dollar signs when building this place, not realizing the amount of work that goes into running a venue like this. IF you just want to rent out a building with no A/C, then you need to charge WAY LESS. If you are planning on running an event center and want to charge for one, then you need to invest in a few things before representing yourself as such a venue and you could probably take a few lessons in customer service. I heard the owner refused to come down and talk to the bride when she was presented with the list of things that needed to be done in order to get their deposit back during the middle of the reception. BAD TIMING. This wasn’t listed in the original contract. Maybe this was just a learning experience for all and they will figure out what to do next time. I just feel bad that it had to be at this beautiful bride’s expense. Her day was still wonderful and the wedding was gorgeous. I guess all the issues will be something we all laugh about later on at how absurd it was - especially the bride’s brother having to haul off bags and bags of trash that started leaking in the back of his truck. I don't know. Good luck to you guys on future events. I hope some things were learned and you are just getting the kinks out. Unfortunately it was as this family's expense. I suggest doing a bit of research on what venues do for their customers to make their day as smooth as possible. You'll find that you can make a bunch of money and still make your customers happy. Just my two cents.
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