11/11/2023
Didn't I mention before November is the best wedding season!
Our stunning lakeside barn marries rustic charm with a romantic view. Whether youβre celebrating a
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Didn't I mention before November is the best wedding season!
Wedding at our venue comes with a breathtaking sunset!
A busy month in November!
blooming love at the heart of every table π©·πΈ
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Still can't get over how gorgeous Zadie is and how beautiful these shots from turned out.
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your wedding day is about you and your partner, celebrated by the community you've built. So here's to the friends you made along the way. π₯
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happy belated anniversary to K&A ππ
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planner: Kendall Nibbs
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happy anniversary to E & J π
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Congratulations to Traci and Harsheth!
spring has bloomed π» we're so excited for all the upcoming I Do's
We had a great time with Tidewater Academy's juniors and seniors at their 2023 prom a few weeks ago. Congratulations to all seniors on graduation, and have a great summer. π
The weather was absolutely glorious this past weekend for Grace Community Baptist Church's spring picnic at our barn venue. βοΈ
Everyone had a great time enjoying some good food on our lakeside ceremony space and feeding our goats. One little girl even said she wanted to have her wedding here someday.
If you are looking for a space to host a birthday party, school or corporate event, or community gathering, definitely reach out. We would be happy to talk to you about your specific event needs. π
"rustic and beautiful in every aspect"
Located on 270 acres of private property, we offer unparalleled lake and forest views for your ceremony and wedding portraits.
And when it's time for the reception, you can dance the night away in our climate-controlled barn with high ceilings and rustic details.
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"create this dream into an incredible reality."
At our heart, we are a family-owned and operated business who wants to help others celebrate new beginnings. No matter the style or size, our couples' love for each other is at the core of all we do.
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"Such a dream wedding venue"
We know how important your wedding day is, and we're honored every single time a couple chooses us for their big day.
The venue really sets the tone of the wedding. Our beautiful wooden barn is the perfect spot if you're looking for a rustic fairytale retreat to say your I Do's.
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Is lilac our new favorite color for spring weddings? π
Our spring 2023 styled shoot is giving major Alice in Wonderland wedding reception inspiration, and I cannot be more in love. πͺ»
Shout-out to all the amazing vendors below for putting this vision together!
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One of our Lake Fungs Barn brides-to-be recently asked us for arch inspiration pictures, and we wanted to look back at some of our favorites here.
From summer vibrancy to autumnal hues, we love when couples decorate our rustic arch with their own vision and personalities.
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Working on your wedding budget? Here are 5 expenses that most couples forget to include in their budget, but really need to. β‘οΈ
Scroll through the carousel for the highlights or head to our blog for details.
Feeling overwhelmed? π¨ Don't be! There's no point in having a wedding budget if it's not realistic, and now you can feel confident in knowing that you're that much more prepared.
Worried about keeping costs low? We've got you! π‘ All our Lake Fungs Barn couples get access to our preferred vendor list, which includes exclusive discounts that will help you cut costs. We also have a previous post on minimizing wedding costs. Find it in our "wedding planning tips" guide! π€
We had the pleasure of working with Winding Roads on a styled shoot at our venue. The stationery that she drew up was so dreamy and matched the vision of the shoot perfectly. I highly recommend Winding Roads for all your wedding stationery needs!
Our spring 2023 styled shoot was a garden party, Alice in the Wonderland fairytale dream. Truly in love with all the soft pastels and lace.
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3 wedding planning mistakes we see over and over again that are so easy to avoid
1. Not including vendors when giving your caterer your head count.
Many vendors, such as photographers and videographers, will stipulate in their contracts that you either give them time off to leave and get food or have a meal for them. Since most couples wouldn't want their vendors to leave in the middle of their reception, you need to make sure that you include them when you give your caterer the final head count for food. Your vendors work hard, but they can't do their job well if they're famished. Make sure they're fed!
2. Not alternating sides when making the seating chart.
Sometimes, when one person in a couple takes charge of the planning process, they without thinking will put all their family and friends at the first tables. This is an easy mistake to make, but it can ruffle a lot of feathers, especially if you are having a buffet dinner. Your new in-laws won't be happy when everyone on their side is still waiting at their seats while everyone from your cousin to your roommate from college's plus one gets food before them.
3. Waiting to book the venue.
When I say people book way in advance, I am not joking. We are about a third of the way through 2023, and already most of the inquiries we are receiving are for weddings in 2024 and 2025. If you know what kind of venue you want / where you want to get married, start sooner rather than later. Prime weekend dates go fast.
Another reason to book your venue first is that you may be able to score some discounts that will save you big money later on in the planning process. For example, all couples at Lake Fungs Barn receives exclusive discounts to our favorite vendors, including caterers, makeup artists, photographers, and planners. Booking us first means you'll get top-notch vendor recommendations and premium discounted rates.
If you want to avoid mistake number 3 and are looking for a waterfront, barn venue, then send us a DM. We'd love to connect.
Photo by Kimie James Photography
this is your reminder to text someone special, "I love you."
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happy spring! In honor of pastel season, we are sharing R&S's beautiful pink wedding from 2022. πΈπ·
The natural scenery of our lake and neutral wooden arch means that no color palette will clash with our versatile venue. But the pinks and whites of spring will always have a special place in our heart.
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thankful for these kind words from one of our October 2022 brides | swipe to see pictures from her gorgeous boho pumpkin themed wedding
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humbled and honored to be named Best of Zola wedding venues in 2023 π
We are still a relatively new venue, and the welcome we've received from couples and fellow vendors has been astounding.
We are so excited to continue delivering top-notch service and celebrating our couples.
in honor of this false spring we've been having, we are sharing some gorgeous floral arrangements that we've seen at Lake Fungs Barn.
From romantic pinks to vibrant oranges, flowers have shown up in bouquets, on the arbor, along the stairs and even on cakes.
We can't wait to see what our 2023 couples will do. But until then, I'll for sure be picking up flowers on my next Trader Joe's run.
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Gorgeous weddings don't have to break the bank. Here are some easy ways to save money.
1. Have your centerpieces double as wedding favors. - Consider incorporating individual floral arrangements, succulents, books, or elegant vases into your centerpieces. At the end of the night, your guests can take home these pieces as their favors and, as a bonus, give you one less thing to clean up.
2. Opt for a sheet cake. - Want the cake cutting moment without the hefty price tag? Get a small tiered cake for the photos. Then, ask your caterer to cut and pass out slices of sheet cake in the kitchen.
3. Repurpose ceremony flowers as reception decor. - Floral prices can add up. A great way to save is to use flowers from your ceremony, whether it's from decor or bouquets, to decorate your reception space. You can ask your planner or wedding party to help set up during cocktail hour.
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Photographer: Colleen Megan Photography
Videographer: Destiny Martinez Media LLC
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Gorgeous weddings don't have to break the bank. Here are some easy ways to save money. 1. Have your centerpieces double as wedding favors. - Consider incorporating individual floral arrangements, succulents, books, or elegant vases into your centerpieces. At the end of the night, your guests can take home these pieces as their favors and, as a bonus, give you one less thing to clean up. 2. Opt for a sheet cake. - Want the cake cutting moment without the hefty price tag? Get a small tiered cake for the photos. Then, ask your caterer to cut and pass out slices of sheet cake in the kitchen. 3. Repurpose ceremony flowers as reception decor. - Floral prices can add up. A great way to save is to use flowers from your ceremony, whether it's from decor or bouquets, to decorate your reception space. You can ask your planner or wedding party to help set up during cocktail hour. Venue: Lake Fungs Barn Photographer: Colleen Megan Photography Videographer: Destiny Martinez Media LLC Planner: Marylee Marmer Events Rentals: Party Perfect Makeup: @myunderratedbeauty Hair: @luvnbeaut Cake: @donnasbakingcreations Dress: Ashley Grace Bridal
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