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12 years in business

The Historic Ellis Barn wedding venue is located in the rolling hills of Springfield Oaks County Park in Davisburg, Michigan. This two-story 1800s barn offers a rustic and romantic backdrop for your special day. Bringing in outside vendors and decor allows you the ultimate creative license to create the wedding of your dreams. With access to the barn beginning on Friday, the weekend of your event, and going until Sunday, there is no need to rush or panic. Access to the grounds for yard games, pictures, the ceremony, or an evening bonfire grants the flexibility you need for a day as unique as you.

Facilities and Capacity

The Historic Ellis Barn is situated in Springfield Oaks County Park, where the natural grounds surrounding the event space serve as a beautiful backdrop for your special event. The barn itself features a true gambrel roof and is a beloved local landmark. The Ellis Barn is two stories tall, and an interior stairwell joins the levels. There is also a vertical lift for guests with limited mobility. The lower level features a dance floor and plenty of space for a seated dining experience. For a reception-style setup, the lower level can accommodate 150 guests, and the upper level can accommodate 250 guests. The rental of the barn includes both levels.

History

The Ellis Barn, originally constructed in 1884, was part of Norman J. Ellis's 78-acre Ingomar Stock Farm. This barn represents a significant period of Michigan's agricultural and transportation history. It has remained in the Ellis family since its construction and was recognized as a Michigan Centennial Farm.

Services Offered

The Ellis Barn is happy to welcome outside vendors of your choice. This allows you to have complete control over the decor, food, flowers, photography, and much more. The wedding rental for this venue includes access to the site for a full weekend. This means you can begin setting up for your big day on Friday at noon and have until Sunday at 2 pm to clean up. We also offer a limited number of tables and chairs for a small fee, but you are welcome to use an outside vendor if you prefer.

What You'll Love About The Historic Ellis Barn

Should the sun shine bright on the wedding day, couples can choose an outdoor setting as opposed to the barn. They and their guests can celebrate the ceremony before partying long into the night as the sun sets behind. Learn more about this stunning venue and its amenities by checking out the FAQs and reviews.

Pricing information

$1,400 starting price $1,400 starting price
$5,000 average price
Reception
$5,000 starting price

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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?

$5,000

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

$5,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Parking

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

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch
Historic Building
Park

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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
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?

May
June
July
August
September
October

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Reviews of The Historic Ellis Barn

Weddingwire
4.7/5 8 reviews
Google
4.8/5 112 reviews
Vikki
Vikki Sent on 07/08/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Great Barn

Staff was extremely helpful from start to finish. Can fit a large amount of people in the space without feeling overcrowded.
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Abigail Sent on 10/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Lovely venue!

Ellis barn was a dream venue. You definitely have to be ready to put in a lot of work as it is a DIY venue, but it was worth every minute and dollar spent. The team was very responsive and helpful before, during, and after our wedding.
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Bria Sent on 06/20/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Great venue!

The barn was perfect for what we wanted and it housed our huge families (even when they all had to stay inside because it poured rain)! Staff was excellent to work with - helped to make the day run extremely smoothly!! I would definitely recommend this venue to others!
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The Historic Ellis Barn frequently asked questions

The Historic Ellis Barn includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Parking
The space offered by The Historic Ellis Barn for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Historic Building
  • Park
The Historic Ellis Barn offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Historic Ellis Barn offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Historic Ellis Barn offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
The Historic Ellis Barn offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
The Historic Ellis Barn is recommended by 94% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.8 in value, 4.7 in average response time, 4.6 in professionalism and 4.5 in flexibility.

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