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8 Rustic Wedding Venues in Northeast Ohio

Dreaming of a countryside wedding in the Buckeye State? These are the best rustic wedding venues in northeast Ohio.

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The rolling hills surrounding the greater Cleveland area are home to some of the most beautiful rural scenery. If you’re planning a wedding in this region, you'll need to find the perfect location for your nuptials. We’ve done the hard work for you by researching the best rustic wedding venues in northeast Ohio, whether you want a classic barn or a waterfront location. Keep reading to see our top picks for Buckeye couples who love rustic wedding style

Here are the top rustic wedding venues northeast Ohio couples will love.

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The Oaks Lakeside

This elegant wedding venue in Ohio overlooks Chippewa Lake and offers a serene, picturesque setting for your special day. The Oaks Lakeside is a seven acre, 100-year-old estate with a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces for weddings. A waterfront pagoda exudes romantic charm and is the perfect outdoor wedding ceremony location, with scenic views of the lake. The Oaks Lakeside can host a wedding reception for up to 170 guests, and catering is provided by the onsite restaurant.

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The Grand Barn at the Mohicans

Get married in a real-life treehouse at this trendy wedding venue in Glenmont. The Grand Barn at the Mohicans is one of the coolest and most unique rustic wedding venues in northeast Ohio — you definitely won’t find a treehouse at every wedding, and this property has six of them! While the treehouses can’t accommodate weddings (unless you’re eloping or have a very small number of attendees), they make one-of-a-kind backdrops for your wedding pictures and can also be booked for overnight stays. A loft-style barn with an indoor/outdoor layout is the main wedding space and can fit a maximum of 160 guests.

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Mane Barn at Nickajack Farms

Formerly a horse barn, this renovated event center in North Lawrence is now a spacious indoor wedding venue in Ohio for up to 200 guests. The Mane Barn was completed in late 2016, making it one of the newest rustic wedding venues in northeast Ohio. Host your ceremony outdoors at the venue’s reconstructed “chapel” (seen here) that was created using reclaimed window panes and barn doors to create an indoor-outdoor look. The barn features rustic chic chandeliers, cathedral ceilings, natural wood walls, polished concrete floors, and an interior balcony along one side of the main room.

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The Barn at Sugarcreek

When it comes to rustic charm, this hilltop venue in Sugarcreek has plenty of it. The Barn at Sugarcreek is a classic red barn overlooking the beautiful Ohio countryside. Featuring amenities like air condition (MAJOR for summer weddings), handcrafted chandeliers, refinished hardwood floors, and private getting ready suites, this rustic barn is ideal for couples who want a country venue with all of the modern upgrades. You can host your ceremony inside the barn, in front of the barn, or on the venue’s green lawn. The main floor of the barn is handicap accessible and has two restrooms, a food prep area with commercial-grade appliances, and front patio. You can host your ceremony inside the barn, in front of the barn, or on the venue’s green lawn.

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Happy Days Lodge at Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Situated in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park just 30 minutes from downtown Cleveland, the Happy Days Lodge is a great location for city dwellers looking to escape to the country on their wedding day. This updated venue originally dates back to the 1930s and was once a youth camp, giving it a cozy, retreat-style vibe. The lodge, which looks similar to a barn on the inside, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and features earthy details like sandstone floors, dark wood accents, cathedral ceilings, and exposed beams. The lodge can fit up to 200 guests and has an adjoining screened porch that works as a ceremony space or for additional reception seating. Happy Days Lodge will provide basic rental items, including chairs, tables, and lighting/sound equipment. 

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Peacock Ridge

If you’re dreaming of a rustic barn wedding with a vintage twist, Peacock Ridge is a fantastic option. This historic barn was first built in the 1800s and was restored in 2010. Peacock Ridge sits on an 85-acre farm at the end of a long driveway, making it one of the most secluded and private rustic wedding venues in northeast Ohio. A charming bridal suite that was once the farm’s laundry house is now a cozy space for getting ready on your wedding day. The bridal suite overlooks a small pond, which would be the perfect spot for an outdoor ceremony. You’ll have exclusive use of Peacock Ridge from 9 a.m. to midnight on your wedding day, in addition to vintage china, tables, chairs, and various decor supplied by the venue.

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The Barn at Wolf Creek

Get hitched in an authentic 1880s barn at this venue in Copley. Located about 40 minutes from downtown, the Barn at Wolf Creek is one of the most interesting Cleveland wedding venues, combining rustic, vintage, and eclectic details. The five-acre barn wedding venue in Ohio has plenty of outdoor space and scenic backdrops for your first look, an outdoor ceremony, or your wedding portraits. The indoor space, which can be used for both your ceremony and reception, is decorated with colorful stained glass windows, romantic string lights, and a collection of antique items. The Barn at Wolf Creek hosts weddings for up to 150 guests.

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The Barnstone

Rounding out our list of rustic wedding venues northeast Ohio couples will love is The Barnstone in Wooster. This century-old barn has been recently updated with new hardwood floors, outdoor restrooms, and a wooden deck off of the main event space. A whitewashed exterior makes this venue a picture-perfect backdrop for shabby chic barn weddings and sets it apart it from other rustic wedding venues in the area. The main barn accommodates up to 200 people, but there are two other event spaces at the venue, including a summer house and a carriage house. Both houses are smaller spaces that are ideal for getting ready on the big day. 

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