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Black River Barn is a rustic wedding venue located in South Haven, Michigan. This beautiful setting is surrounded by both manicured lawns and lush forestry, to give couples a photo-ready backdrop in any season. From your moments spent getting ready until your grand exit, this property can give you a private, welcoming atmosphere with an elegant ambiance.

Facilities and Capacity

Sitting on 10 acres of land, Black River Barn offers couples both indoor and outdoor settings to create their dream day. In terms of your ceremony, you have the choice of spaces both inside the main building and outside around the grounds and surrounding area. The two-story barn-style venue boasts plenty of rustic charm, with 5,400 square feet of space that can comfortably seat up to 350 guests. In here, you and your guests can sit and experience flavorsome food before you dance the night away under twinkling lights. The entire building is air-conditioned, to keep you and your loved ones comfortable in any season. Chandeliers that hang from high ceilings combine with exposed beams to create a majestic ambiance. Dressing suites are available on the second floor, along with a balcony area with lounge furniture for your wedding party to enjoy the view. Couples that prefer to exchange their vows among nature can use the breathtaking grassy areas as their ceremony space. Thick woodlands surround the space, to give your big day a visually-rich aesthetic. Also outside, you can find a spacious 6,400-square-feet patio, complete with three fire pits that create a warm and appealing atmosphere. Here, you and your loved ones can relax in the open area during cocktail hours, photo sessions, or casual gatherings.

Services Offered

Black River Barn has an in-house kitchen available with multiple amenities for your catering team to use. The venue comes complete with an audiovisual setup for reception music and speeches, while a backup generator is also available just in case. In addition, the onsite team will be more than happy to connect you with their list of recommended vendors, including caterers and bartenders.

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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39 reviews
99% recommend it
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Black River Barn in South Haven, MI, is highly praised by reviewers for its stunning beauty, exceptional staff, and seamless wedding experiences. Guests appreciated the spacious venue, helpful staff like Tina, Nicole, and Taylor, and the attention to detail in executing wedding visions. The communication, organization, and professionalism of the management were highlighted, contributing to making wedding days special and stress-free. The venue's ambiance, features like cocktail hour spaces, bridal suites, and sound systems, as well as the accommodating and caring service, were described as exceptional by multiple couples, making Black River Barn a top choice for weddings in Southwest Michigan.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Black River Barn in South Haven, MI, is highly praised by reviewers for its stunning beauty, exceptional staff, and seamless wedding experiences. Guests appreciated the spacious venue, helpful staff like Tina, Nicole, and Taylor, and the attention to detail in executing wedding visions. The communication, organization, and professionalism of the management were highlighted, contributing to making wedding days special and stress-free. The venue's ambiance, features like cocktail hour spaces, bridal suites, and sound systems, as well as the accommodating and caring service, were described as exceptional by multiple couples, making Black River Barn a top choice for weddings in Southwest Michigan.

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Jessica S. Sent on 11/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Black River Barn Review

The BRB team was such a treat to work with! They made our big day go by without a hitch. Everyone was so sweet and answered all of our questions. We did a final walk through a couple weeks before the big day, it was so nice to have that and start to see my vision come to life. I couldn't recommend Black River Barn more. The venue is absolutely gorgeous, they truly have thought of everything there. I knew the moment we saw the venue that I just had to have my wedding there. If you are thinking of booking the venue for your big day, DO IT! It was the best decision we made.
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Alexis C. Sent on 10/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

September Wedding 2024

I had my wedding at Black River Barn this past September and we couldn't be happier on our venue choice! My husband and I came across BRB on Google, and immediately booked a tour. From the moment we pulled into the lot, we instantly knew that this was our dream venue. The staff was the incredible. They helped us execute our entire vision without any hiccups. In fact, it was supposed to rain during our ceremony time, and they told me they would rearrange the chairs so they were under the roof instead of in the grass just hours before! Talk about service! Overall, BRB is in the most beautiful area with so much for your guests to do. I would recommend this venue to everyone!
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Kyle H. Sent on 10/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The absolute best in Southwest Michigan

We have nothing but positive things to say about Black River Barn. The venue is beautiful and the management/staff were extremely organized, friendly, and professional. If you're getting married in Southwest Michigan, you will not find a better spot. We looked around everywhere for comparison and it was not even close.
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