The Old Carter Barn Reviews
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Ashley Sent on 06/14/2022Speechless!!!
I cannot put into words how absolutely amazing our experience was from the first contact we had all the way to this week, days after our reception. Lewis and Doug are the absolute sweetest people ever, while still being professional and attentive! The barn is incomparable in so many ways. It’s authentic and absolutely gorgeous and the perfect space for any event. And DAVE!! The best general manager you’ll come into contact with. So helpful and attentive the day of our wedding reception and went above & beyond anything we could’ve expected. Even helped our vendor put up all the decorations and when we had a different vendor issue, he was right there to solve the problem. Please please please book the Old Carter Barn for your event, every inch of this place and these people are bar none!!!!
Thank you Lewis, Doug, and Dave for a magical experience and a beautiful space (and ugh that lake!) can’t wait to share all the pictures. -
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Giovana Sent on 11/28/2023
BEST venue!!!
Where to begin?! Everything at the Old Carter Barn was perfect beyond measure. We truly had an amazing experience from the day we found this venue on the Knot to the conclusion of our special day. There was so much support throughout the entire process including the planning of setup and decorations, seating charts, organizing the ceremony plan and backup plan…the list goes on. The staff at the Old Carter Barn were responsive to my late night panicked messages when I would think of a small detail I might’ve forgotten and they always made me feel at ease. The day of our wedding there was so much support from the setup to the lining up of the bridal party, organizing vendors, and seating guests. We never in a million years could’ve dreamed of how perfect our special day would be and it wouldn’t have been possible without the Old Carter Barn. Thinking of booking your event with them? Don’t wait, jump on it now! The views are breathtaking from all parts of the property and the small town charm really made this location one we will never forget. -
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Kristina D. Sent on 11/18/2023Old Carter Barn is the Best Wedding Venue
Old Carter Barn is the most beautiful and perfect wedding venue. We will never forget our family and friend’s reactions when they walked into the barn for the first time, everyone was impressed and all had the best time.
From the day we decided to choose them as our venue, Lewis was so responsive and helpful. The barn shares their recommended vendors, this was not only helpful in our planning process, but the day was the incredible because of our DJ, Bartenders, photographer, and a few other vendors that we selected from OCB’s list. The team also helped us in their innovative seating charts and throughout every step of the way in planning. Day of, Caleigh and Dave were the best team. Caleigh helped us set up, did walk throughs, and made sure everything was going well. She even was flexible when we had last minute changes to the set up and seating chart. Dave came to the rescue several times the rest of the day. The team helped clean the end of the night and sort all the decorations. The communication was above and beyond. We also adored getting ready in the suites, there was plenty of room for the wedding party and to have everyone in one place for the first looks. It was truly magical to have our ceremony by the lake. The system Caleigh and Dave had with their golf cart and walkie talkies was epic. It was the smoothest day! We cannot thank the team enough for all the time and care. -
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Brianna B. Sent on 10/20/2023AMAZING!! Best venue I could have imagined
Old carter barn was AMAZING!!!! We got married on 10/14/23 & I still can’t stop daydreaming about it. The barn is so beautiful, the owners & barn manager were super nice & helpful. So incredibly helpful! I highly recommend you get married at this place. I wish my night never ended! They give you the option to have the barn for the entire weekend including your rehearsal dinner. Truly the best deal for the money! Also- DIMARTINI CATERING is the best catering service! You can bring in all your vendors which made it great & customizable! And it’s DOG FRIENDLY!! -
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David B. Sent on 10/01/2023
Old Carter Barn was the Perfect Venue for our Wedding!
Working with everyone at Old Carter Barn was an amazing experience! Lewis, Doug, Dave, and Caleigh were all amazing, and helped us every step of the way. With us being out of state in Nashville, that helped ease our mind throughout our entire prepping of the wedding. The venue is gorgeous, and has such a beautiful backdrop for a ceremony being by the lake! We cannot even begin to describe how amazing our experience was, and we are so happy to forever say that the venue where we became a married couple is the Old Carter Barn!
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Katelynn D. Sent on 09/14/2023
Best decision we made.
Going with Old Carter Barn was the best wedding decision we made, and after viewing the barn we knew right away it was the place for us (and that was during its off season!) let’s start with the barn itself, with its own beauty and location the venue honestly decorates for itself. Sitting in the beautiful lake, surrounded by the woods in a quiet location. It’s pure bliss just to be there. We had nothing but compliments such as ‘for a barn, this is one of the nicest venues we ever attended a wedding at’. It’s not like other barn venues; this barn has history and soul in it… and you can feel that when you’re there. Now! On to Lewis, Dave and Caleigh. If you’re hoping for helpful owners and coordinators you can not get better than them. Both Lewis and Dave are very quick to respond to any questions or concerns you have. Dave is very on top of his game the weeks prior and day of your wedding, he is the behind the scenes king! We had minor problems (on our end) and he was quick to grab his personal keys and ask ‘what do you need’ thankfully he didn’t have to go anywhere but he was ready! He also played a big party in a military surprise for me, he made sure our Marine was hidden until the time came. Now, Caleigh… she. Is. A. SANIT. This girl did not stop go go go! She made sure we were on schedule every step of the way and was not rushing or pushy at all! Any questions she would make sure she had the right answer for those people. She worked so well with our other vendors and made sure to keep me calm up until the moments of our ceremony. You honestly could not ask for a better venue or crew to work with. Thank you Lewis, Caleigh and Dave. You made our day perfect. -
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Daniella Sent on 08/14/2023Over the Moon and Back
Words can not describe how great this place was. Flexible and willing to work with me. They were so people friendly to the point we had them join our wedding as “guest” not workers so they can relax with us. Not only would I recommend this place to others and have recommended for weddings but for regular parties which I will be going for my next celebration this spot is and will now be the only party spot I will use -
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Emilee L. Sent on 10/15/2022A night to remember!!!!
We had our wedding here on October 7th, 2022. The venue is absolutely breath taking! We got married on site down at the lake in front of a gazebo! Our guests enjoyed cocktail hour right next to where we got married on the patio ALL ON THE LAKE!!! Our reception was held in the barn and honestly it decorates itself.
Lewis, the owner, and all of the staff were extremely helpful! From touring the venue to the day of there's nothing that they miss! They had someone directing people where to go for the ceremony and even had a golf cart for the older guests who couldn't make it down and back up the hill on their own. Dave attended the fire pit all night where most of our guests enjoyed hanging out at if they weren't dancing!
I cannot recommend this place enough! If your not sure about it just tour it, and I promise you will fall in love with it! We had such a magical night, it was way better than we even hoped!
Thank you so much Lewis, Dave, and Caleigh!!! -
Denise R. Sent on 10/03/2022
The venue itself is perfection, but all of the people involved make it more special. A joyful experience..
One of the easiest decisions we made was picking this venue. Everyone involved was fantastic. Trust them and you won’t have a worry on the big day. -
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Alexis L. Sent on 10/26/2022The freaking best
Our wedding day was 9/24/22 and we had the most memorable, wonderful and special weekend. Dave was extremely helpful during set up for the wedding day, break down and everything in between. Dave is extremely kind, talented, a good sense of humor and kept things light and easy for us! Caleigh was a tremendous help as well during the day. Dave and Caleigh are fabulous day of coordinators and were present and willing to help every moment that we needed them. Lewis, Dave and Caleigh are beyond how positively I can describe them and ensured that we had the best day ever.
The Old Carter Barn was the only venue we toured and we knew it was the one immediately! The recent additions made everything more beautiful and enjoyable. The bridal suite and grooms area are cozy and full of charm. We used the middle room as a hangout area and served breakfast there for everyone! This venue is picture perfect while keeping a relaxed feel. You can dress it up as much as you’d like it keep things casual while keeping it’s unique charm. The lake view during the ceremony, cocktail hour on the patio, reception inside the barn with a bonfire and s’mores to end the night was perfect. Dave set off our fireworks (which made the night even more memorable) and suggested we do a mock sparkler exit to surprise our guests towards the end of the night. I cannot say enough good things about this venue, the staff and owners who are there! Absolutely fabulous. The most special, memorable and loving weekend for my husband and I. Our family and friends cannot stop raving about it. Thank you!! -
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Taylor S. Sent on 09/13/2022
Wonderful and beautiful
The owners were extremely helpful, kind and caring. The venue is beautiful and the perfect place for an intimate wedding. -
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Reina K. Sent on 09/09/2022Stellar venue!
My husband and I got married at Old Carter Barn on 8/20/22 and we were blown away! Not only is the venue itself beautiful, but the Old Carter Barn Team (Lewis, Doug, and Caleigh) went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. We had access to the venue from Friday at 12pm to Sunday at 12pm, which was great because we had plenty of time for set up and clean up. Lewis was so kind, organized, and professional throughout the entire wedding planning process (e.g., answering email/phone correspondence promptly, offering helpful suggestions, vendor recommendations). Doug and Caleigh were extremely helpful as well. They helped me (i.e., a stressed bride) relax and enjoy my day! My husband and I give our highest endorsement for Old Carter Barn. -
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Mariangela F. Sent on 08/02/2022
Amazing Farmhouse Venue
If I can give 10 stars, I would! From the location, to the venue, to the staff. AMAZING! We was able to do our rehearsal dinner there and well as our ceremony and reception! It was incredible. Lewis and his team was extremely helpful and thoughtful, they made our wedding process as smoothly as possible. I arrived on rehearsal day with a flower emergency and Lewis saved the day for me. The lakeview, the activities, the lights & decor.... You want a farmhouse wedding, this place is it!! -
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Ginger Sent on 06/24/2022
Our Wedding was Epic!!!
Don't hesitate if you are looking to book this venue! Our wedding was the best day of our lives! Lewis and Dave are simply amazing! Dave will go above and beyond to make sure your day goes as planned! Everything about our day was beautiful! Ceremony by the lake, cocktail hour on the patio and reception in the barn!!! -
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Rachel K. Sent on 08/17/2021"It was like A Midsummer Night's Dream"
Lewis and Doug are two fantastic and talented hosts with this charming old barn set in the heart of Lake Carey. This barn has been in Doug's family for a long time and they refinished it with a vision for music, the arts, and love. My husband and I found them by chance as he grew up at Lake Carey. It also features a very romantic and old gazebo lake side. I had a dream of a simple wedding set somewhere unique - somewhere that essentially decorated itself. I am not much for over the top decor, traditions, trends... I just wanted something whimsical and timeless... artistic, unique, and fun. We got to see the barn before the renovations and I fell in love. I would have been happy with that - but then Lewis and Doug brought in a great team. Now it's complete with fans, a sound system, chandelier, lighting, bar, dressing rooms, etc. It is incredible and the barn and the owners curated my dream bohemian, old-timey, fairytale, barn wedding. I wouldn't change a thing. To boot, I still get to visit the barn and Lewis and Doug because they will have art shows, and even Broadway musicals there.
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