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Des Marais Farm is a venue located in Brandon, Vermont, that serves the Burlington region. This private, carriage barn which seats 45 people covid-19 Properly distanced and tons of outdoor space for tents is an outdoor getaway perfect for couples who want an elegant wedding in the country with lovely scenic views as a backdrop. Des Marais Farm is an idyllic farm that would be proud to host your events. Couples and guests will appreciate its beauty and intimacy on such a special day in the energetic, artsy town of Brandon.

Facilities and Capacity
Des Marais Farm is opening the carriage barn for 2021 weddings and currently has great availability. The barn can hold 45 wedding guests for receptions, and rehearsal dinners. This stunning farm offers couples and guests gorgeous views of natural splendor and wide open space. The vibrant green grass, sloping hills, peaceful pond, and far off views of the mountains are beautiful images that will enhance your wedding events. The ceremony spot is down a tree-lined lane that looks out toward the pond and charming main farm. Weddings held here are on an organic farm that raises many items for commercial sale, including honey, flowers, and hay.

Services Offered
Included in the price is a three day rental of the carriage barn and event planner services to make sure your wedding goes as smoothly and stress-free as possible. We provide couples with contacts for proven vendors, so couples can relax to know that you may choose their own florists, photographers, bakers, caterers or others from our experience. The site is wheelchair accessible with parking.

Accomodations
Couples may choose to rent the Swallow’s Nest’s guest house. It comes with a deluxe, full-size kitchen, a master bedroom, two single beds in the loft, a spacious full bathroom, laundry facilities, and a living room with seating and a dining table. Outside, there is a gas grill with outdoor furniture for relaxing. The guest house also comes with the following:

  • Air conditioning
  • Books
  • Central heating
  • Dishwasher
  • DVD player
  • Freezer
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Telephone
  • Towels
  • Wireless internet and more
  • Woman-owned
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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?

$3,000

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

$3,015

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

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Parking

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What event services do you offer?

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

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

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

Reviews of Des Marais Farm

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4 reviews
99% recommend it
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  • Flexibility
    4.8 out of 5 rating
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Mary (. Sent on 08/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating
When decisions need to be made Lyn DesMarais has a resource of wonderful friends that work as a team. There is a local tent company, portable outhouses and the location...Breath Taking! My favorite view from the pond to the small cabin tucked down a lovely path/meadow. Did a mention Lyn is also a "green thumb" and Jim her Husband are a wonderful team.
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Anne Sent on 08/08/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We enjoyed our event at Swallow's Nest. Lyn was so easy to work with and worked hard to accommodate all of our requests. We would not hesitate to return.
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Maureen Sent on 08/08/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Swallow's Nest is an absolutely lovely, serene location with beautiful vistas at every turn. Lyn did a great job of organizing our event from beginning to end. Would definitely recommend.

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Des Marais Farm frequently asked questions

Des Marais Farm includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Parking
The space offered by Des Marais Farm for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
Des Marais Farm offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Des Marais Farm offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
Des Marais Farm offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
Des Marais Farm offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
Des Marais Farm is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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