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Bessie's Barn

4.8(94)
Wedding Venue

About

Bessie's Barn offers a spacious, rustic setting crafted from reclaimed Iowa barn wood, featuring tin ceilings, stained glass windows, and hardwood floors. The two-story venue accommodates up to 500 guests with year-round climate control, making it suitable for large business gatherings and retreats.

Equipped with a full kitchen, bar with bartenders, and separate dressing rooms, Bessie's Barn provides a turnkey hospitality experience. Outdoor gazebos and scenic grounds add versatile options for breakout sessions or networking events in a relaxed, rural atmosphere.

Best for

  • Large corporate retreats & team-building events
  • Rustic offsites with indoor/outdoor flexibility
  • Casual client dinners with a unique setting

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Custom Package Request

Custom request

Not sure which package fits? Tell us about your event and the venue will work with you to build the right experience from scratch.

What's typically included

  • Space & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Architecture & Design
Rustic barn interior with historic reclaimed wood
Constructed from old barn wood collected across Iowa, the venue features tin ceilings, hardwood floors, stained glass windows, and wagon wheel decor that create a distinctive rustic atmosphere.
Capacity & Amenities
Spacious two-story barn with year-round climate control
Seating for approximately 500 guests with air conditioning and heating, allowing events to be held comfortably in any season. Includes a full kitchen, bar with bartenders, and his-and-her dressing rooms.
Outdoor Features
Two gazebos and extensive scenic photo spots
The venue offers two outdoor gazebos and abundant natural scenery with props for photography, providing versatile options for both indoor and outdoor event settings.

At a glance

Rated 4.8 on Google · 94 reviews