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Weddings
Up to 300 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms

Why couples loved this venue

  • Guests comfort
  • Unique aesthetic style
  • Amenities
Ashley
Hannah
Savannah
Kasey & Cody
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Recommended by 100% of couples

About this venue

The Hidden Homestead is a country wedding venue in Smiths Grove, Kentucky. A classic barn venue, it combines rugged style with modern facilities, allowing guests to celebrate in style and comfort. A versatile property it offers multiple spaces in which to host a sizable gathering of friends and family. Surrounded by lush woodland, parties will feel secluded from the outside world and close to nature. Lying between Louisville and Nashville the venue is convenient and accessible. As such, it is served by two International Airports, making it a great choice for couples with guests arriving from far and wide.

Facilities and Capacity

The Hidden Homestead is an expansive venue that offers to-be-weds a world of choice when planning their big day. Couples can choose to host their ceremony in one of several outdoor sites. They can choose to say “I do” under the shelter of an elegant lakeside gazebo, which can be decorated by string lighting and a chandelier. For a more laid-back ceremony, The Archway is an ideal choice. Adjacent to The Barn, it is a simple site that overlooks the lake and can be styled according to the taste of those stepping down the aisle. The Wooded Wedding is a truly magical setting, offering to-be-weds the chance to exchange vows in a peaceful glade. Afterward, guests can retreat to the shelter of the barn for an unforgettable reception. The space includes central heating and air-conditioning to ensure the party is comfortable from start to finish. There is also a fully-equipped kitchen that makes organizing catering easy. The property also includes golf carts for getting to The Barn from any of the ceremony sites. Stylish furniture is featured with the rental of the venue, including vintage tables and chairs. There is ample parking available on-site.

Services Offered

The Hidden Homestead’s management is proud to welcome couples to the venue. They provide support throughout the wedding experience, and can offer assistance organizing DJs, hair and makeup stylists, and catering. They can also provide a wide range of event decor rentals including everything from whiskey barrel tables to centerpieces. The management also has a special arrangement with Scott Skaggs Photography, whose expert service can capture each and every important moment of events.

Features

Black-owned

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 11 years in business

  • We speak English

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Weddings at this venue

Lacey & Kyle's wedding
Lacey & Kyle
22 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?

$3,500

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?

$4,000

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

$3,500

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Server(s)

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

Bartender(s)
Open Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Barn
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
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
December

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Reviews of The Hidden Homestead

Weddingwire
5.0/5 7 reviews
Google
4.8/5 106 reviews
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 01/03/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Scott is everything all rolled into one.

Scott Skaggs owns and operates this venue. Scott has been a wedding photographer for a long time and he talked to different brides and built the perfect venue. A beautiful rustic barn with a little pond. The barn is two stories and has a suite for both the bride and bridesmaids, also the groom and groomsmen. You have the option to spend the night at the venue or in a bridal cottage we chose to stay in the venue and had the best time.
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 11/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Ever!!

The venue is absolutely beautiful. Scott had all the decorations for center pieces, the arch and much more. The venue, the scenery, and everything that can come with the venue if you choose is absolutely amazing. I couldn’t have had a better wedding anywhere else!
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Alicia Sent on 09/17/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely beautiful

Absolutely beautiful the pictures don’t do justice. Scott Scaggs is really nice to work with. I would have to recommend having him do the photography work as well so happy with the money I spend on our wedding
Savannah
Savannah Sent on 06/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating

best venue ever

Scott Skaggs was so great and easy to work with. He made our venue experience a breeze. He has a giant room of decorations so they amount of money spent on decor was little to zero on our part. Then he allows you to come the day before the wedding and spend all day decorating using whatever you want from his decoration room. On top of all of that, the deposit you pay can be used as a clean up. This was amazing because we just got up and left after the wedding and didn't have to worry about a thing. The Bridal party spent the night out there and Scott made sure we were comfortable and was so responsive to anything we needed the whole weekend. There are also multiple locations you can get married at the venue so tons of options for anyone to choose from. Highly, HIGHLY recommend The Hidden Homestead!!
C
Charlotte Sent on 08/26/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Scott & his wife are amazing people to work with! Highly recommend if you live in Kentucky!!
S
Sherry Sent on 09/21/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Scott, we would all like to thank you and your entire family for helping our daughter's wedding dream come true. I am still in awe of the many, MANY ways you and your beautiful property offered us the perfect place for our children to marry.

For anyone considering a wedding here, I'd like list a few of our favorite things about The Hidden Homestead:
- Scott is a dream to work with. He is VERY helpful, generous, kind, creative, flexible, and a really hard worker. This business is truly his baby and his sincere desire to help every wedding be a success is a huge asset.
- The venue is DREAMY. You must see it in person. The pictures are gorgeous, but it's hard to explain just how beautiful and well conceived this place is. The natural beauty of this location is amazing. The barn is lovely just as it is and is the perfect canvas for a variety of themes - rustic, elegant, shabby chic, eclectic - most anything will work.
- Several location choices for your ceremony. This is a huge advantage. If the weather is good there are at least three different locations for the ceremony and every one of them is a winner. If it rains, the barn and barn porch are a beautiful alternative. I've been in the barn when it's raining and it is magical. Typical for mid-August, the forecast was all over the place on my daughter's wedding day, and Scott did a great job staying on top of the predictions (Weather Bug!) and was ready to make an easy transition inside if we had rain during the ceremony.
- Hidden Homestead is an excellent value. The "package" you get with this venue is amazing. Choices for the ceremony locations, tables, chairs, linens, most of the decorations you need, golf cart usage, full sized, air conditioned kitchen, 2 good-sized, air conditioned dressing rooms with bunk beds, access to the property for Friday and Saturday. Also, Scott is CONTINUALLY working to improve his property and decor collection. We booked in January for an August wedding and I couldn't believe all
Kasey & Cody
Kasey Sent on 02/09/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We booked this venue a couple of months before Scott started attending the bridal shows around town. So we were lucky enough to get our date! He was VERY reasonably priced! You get to use all his decor & if you buy some that he's interested in he will even buy it from you at the end of your wedding night! Him and his wife are both very sweet and considerate people! Scott is also a great photographer but unfortunately he is booked and can't do our wedding! I am so pleased with our venue and cannot wait for our big day at The Hidden Homestead!!
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The Hidden Homestead frequently asked questions

The Hidden Homestead includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Hidden Homestead includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Hidden Homestead includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
The space offered by The Hidden Homestead for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Waterfront
The Hidden Homestead offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Hidden Homestead offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Hidden Homestead offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Hidden Homestead offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
The Hidden Homestead 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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