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The Skinner Barn
The Skinner Barn
Haylofty floor plan.
Haylofty floor plan.
Your host and his wife!
Your host and his wife!
Love!
Love!
6' Empire chandelier!!
6' Empire chandelier!!
Looking East at Sugarbush!
Looking East at Sugarbush!
Couple kissing
Couple kissing
Formal exit
Formal exit
Couple
Couple
Getting ready
Getting ready

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The Skinner Barn

About

The Skinner Barn is a historical barn in Waitsfield, Vermont, providing a beautiful wedding venue where nearlyweds can begin their forever. This site, built in 1891, was restored to its former glory by Peter Boynton after an eight-year-long renovation. His passion and dedication brought newfound life to the location, boasting classic posts and beams within its old-world grandeur. Celebrations of all kinds are held at The Skinner Barn, with a warm and welcoming environment to suit all occasions.

Facilities & Capacity

Composed of three stories, the Barn houses an indoor bar, restrooms, and two private ready-rooms, one with outdoor access. The surrounding 15 acres provide a selection of reception sites, each boasting its unique style and tone. For couples with a taste for adventure, The High Meadow has a modest hike with a breathtaking view of Camel's Hump and the nearby mountain ranges. For intimate gatherings, newlyweds are invited to The Back Meadow. With a quaint pond and a romantic bridge, this site is adorned with picturesque visuals and backdrops. The Barn is near The Lower Meadow, making it ideal for large gatherings or unpredictable weather conditions.

Services Offered

The Skinner Barn team is committed to providing an unforgettable experience of the highest standard possible. These professional vendors share a passion for welcoming newlyweds into the next chapter of their lives in style and elegance. A list of recommended vendors can be shared upon request. Couples will be delighted to find the friendly crew on hand to discuss the occasion's intended vision, theme, and atmosphere. The Skinner Barn is available to contact with any questions on how to begin the process of booking this magical venue for that long-awaited day.

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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?

$5,000

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?

$5,000

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?

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

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

40

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Barn

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What event services do you offer?

Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Lighting
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

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

Reviews of The Skinner Barn

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Jen Sent on 06/20/2017
5 out of 5 rating
It's been less than 3 weeks since our wedding at the Skinner Barn. It was incredible! The barn and property is absolutely stunning and was exactly what we were looking for in a venue. We are local to VT and were searching for a beautiful barn to house our outdoor ceremony, and cocktail hour and indoor festivities/reception. This had it all and we had incredible support from the whole team that we worked with,

The owner's efforts, attention to detail and communication were respectful, joyful, and prompt. We worked with Peter from our tour through the wedding, as he answered questions and provided expertise as we looked to him for how things have worked in the past at the barn. His interest in celebrating love and hosting weddings is so genuine. The Barn's work with the vendors they contract was superb - they have chosen the cream of the crop and that made our experience all the more delightful and smooth as they had established relationships many weddings ago.

A+++
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Lindsay Sent on 10/05/2014
5 out of 5 rating
We had our wedding at the Skinner Barn at the end of September, and I really could not have asked for a better venue. The barn & grounds are gorgeous (very quintessential Vermont), and Peter is really great to work with. He's put together a wonderful team that will make your day run smoothly and beautifully. It was exactly what we were looking for and we'd highly recommend it!
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Bailey Sent on 11/15/2012
5 out of 5 rating
The Skinner Barn was a stunning place to get married! The owner, Peter was incredibly helpful (recommending local vendors, allowing us to stop by multiple times to show the barn off to our parents). He even kept the barn open for an extra weekend this fall when we had to change out wedding date! He was also there the day of to make sure everything was running smoothly. Two thumbs up!
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Annemarie Sent on 07/12/2012
5 out of 5 rating
BEAUTIFUL venue and the owner, Peter Boynton, is friendly and professional!
User1386747 Sent on 10/18/2013
4.8 out of 5 rating
Peter is great to work with and clearly takes great pride in his barn and the grounds! The venue was just perfect for us: rustic and surrounded by farmland and dirt roads, gorgeous mountain views, extremely professional vendors that turned the barn into a magical reception space. There is a terrific lawn and meadow for cocktail hour/ceremony, and the barn itself looks amazing lit up at night.
Catering By Dale is the required catering vendor, but it's because her and her team are best in class, working with all tastes and budgets.
Louder bands are harder to accommodate here and large buses won't fit in the driveway, but Peter will definitely work with you to ensure you have an amazing wedding day and that your guests have a blast.
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Laura Sent on 10/28/2013
4.5 out of 5 rating
I had read some less than favorable reviews about The Skinner Barn, particularly its owner Peter, and was really hesitant to choose this as my wedding venue. I learned that you can't believe everything you read. Peter was such a big help on our wedding day. He was there to offer advice on decor and ceremony organization and even lent my dad a shirt when he absentmindedly forgot to pack one. He also helped one of my recently-injured relatives get up and down the walkway outside by loading him in the back of his car. A serious lifesaver.
I was also originally put off by the site fee and the exclusive vendors for catering and rentals. It was a bit pricey but I feel as though it was well worth it. The service provided all-around was spectacular. I couldn't have picked a more beautiful venue for my wedding and I'm so glad that we made the choice to go with The Skinner Barn.
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Rhianna Sent on 09/13/2011
4.2 out of 5 rating
The space is beautiful. very well maintained in a great location. The Owner has a specific caterer you have to work with, who is generally pretty expensive. The Barn also has to be completely empty by the end of the event, so if you bring in anything that is in addition to the rentals, make sure you have a clean out plan (for decorations, etc). We provided our own fruit pies that needed to be frozen before the day of and allowed us to use a freezer on site for storage which was very helpful.
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The Skinner Barn frequently asked questions

The Skinner Barn includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by The Skinner Barn for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
The Skinner Barn offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Skinner Barn offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
The Skinner Barn offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
The Skinner Barn offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
The Skinner Barn is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.9 in value and 4.3 in flexibility.
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