Welcome to the Sugar Barn: The Perfect Wedding Venue Near Melbourne, FL

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Your wedding day should be as unforgettable and magical as your love story. At The Sugar Barn, we’re here to make that vision a reality with a venue that blends rustic charm, natural beauty, and modern elegance.



Nestled in the scenic countryside of Lake Wales, just a short drive from Melbourne, Florida, our farmhouse-style wedding venue offers the perfect backdrop for your special day. Whether you’re dreaming of a romantic outdoor ceremony, a cozy barn reception, or both, The Sugar Barn is where love, memories, and celebrations come together.

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Why The Sugar Barn Is Perfect for Your Wedding

Planning your wedding can feel overwhelming, but finding the perfect venue doesn’t have to be. At The Sugar Barn, we’ve created a space that meets your needs, exceeds your expectations, and captures your unique style. Here’s why couples from Melbourne keep falling in love with The Sugar Barn:

Breathtaking Farmhouse Charm

Step into a beautifully restored barn with exposed wood beams, twinkling string lights, and vintage-inspired décor. The Sugar Barn exudes warmth and sophistication, offering a setting that’s as welcoming as it is stunning.

Outdoor and Indoor Options

Exchange vows in our lush garden surrounded by natural beauty, then move your celebration indoors to our climate-controlled barn. With The Sugar Barn, you can enjoy the best of both worlds, ensuring a seamless experience regardless of the weather.

Affordable Luxury

Your dream wedding shouldn’t break the bank. That’s why we offer customizable packages designed to fit your style, budget, and needs—whether you’re planning a grand celebration or an intimate gathering.

An Exclusive Experience

When you book The Sugar Barn, it’s all yours. You’ll have exclusive access to the entire property, ensuring your wedding feels private, intimate, and completely yours.

Easy Access From Altamonte Springs

Located just 1.5 hours from Melbourne, The Sugar Barn provides a peaceful countryside escape while still being close enough for your guests to attend with ease.

Our Wedding Packages

All-Inclusive

Complete wedding packages, stress-free and happiness

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Small Weddings

Elegant, intimate celebrations for loved ones.

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Elopements

Private, romantic ceremonies for two or a few.

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Floral Package

Custom floral designs to enhance your wedding venue.

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Upgrades

Premium options to personalize your special day.

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What Makes The Sugar Barn Different?

At The Sugar Barn, we know you’re looking for more than just a venue—you’re looking for a space that reflects your love and creates unforgettable memories. Here’s what sets us apart:

Picture-Perfect Backdrops

From the romantic garden ceremony spaces to the rustic charm of the barn, every corner of The Sugar Barn offers breathtaking photo opportunities.

A Stress-Free Experience

Our team is dedicated to making your wedding day effortless and enjoyable, so you can focus on celebrating with your loved ones.

Flexibility to Match Your Vision

Whether you’re planning a luxurious all-inclusive event or a simple, intimate ceremony, we have options to fit your needs.

"Your wedding should be utterly unforgettable, deeply romantic, exquisitely beautiful and entirely “you”."

In 2005, we purchased this 45-acre property in Lake Wales, Florida (just a short drive from Orlando, Tampa or Florida’s east coast). Since that time we have manicured and transformed the farm/ranch into the perfect wedding and event venue while maintaining the property for our loves of flying, fishing, horses, and growing sugar cane for future rum distilling! We hope you will find that Sugar Barn is an elegant and unique experience that will make your wedding dreams come true.

Bill & Julia Whidden
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What our couples say

I had my wedding at the Sugar Band November 8th, and it was everything my fiance & i could have dreamed of! The guest raved about the amazing food! Everything went so smoothly and Bill was amazing with accommodating anything we needed and made sure everything ran smoothly! Truly the best night ever !!

Bailey F.
01/13/2025

The Sugar Barn gave me the wedding of my dreams. Bill and his incredible staff were the best and make me feel like a guest at my own wedding. Forever thankful for the sugar barn

Hannah M.
03/05/2025

We had our wedding here 03/06/25 and everything was PERFECT! Staff is extremely friendly and easy to work with. We did the elopement package and so happy we chose this venue. Photographer that was included in the package exceeded our expectations. The owners Bill and Julia did such a beautiful job with the venue and are truly very sweet people. Would HIGHLY recommend this venue to everyone! A plus was the dinner they prepared was absolutely DELICIOUS. And the guests couldn't stop talking about how beautiful the venue was set up.

Nicole C.
03/06/2025

We couldn't have asked for a better experience or to feel so well taken care, down to the last detail. The organization, attention to detail, and professionalism was outstanding! The food was amazing and plentiful, the venue was regal, and the staff was so helpful and kind from day one through the wedding! I highly recommend Bill and his team. The Bennetts / Hawkins March 2025.

Sonja B.
03/22/2025

I held my wedding here in December 2024 and it was the best decision ever! Our guests described our wedding day as a fairytale and we couldn't agree more. The outdoor ceremony was a dream. We were lucky to have perfect and chilly weather that day and having it outside we were surrounded by the beautiful sounds of nature and the sun coming through the trees all made it a perfect ceremony. The Barn was decorated so beautifully and elegantly. The staff made my vision come to life and even better than I had imagined. The food at this venue is incomparable to any other venue I've been to. All our guests were pleasantly surprised and loved the variety of food we had. I was worried at how the food would come out on such a large scale, but I can confidently say that it tasted the same as it had on the day we came for our tasting. It was so delicious!! Bill, Julia, and the Sugar Barn staff are just divine they made the day even more perfect. Everything was done on schedule and in a timely matter. Their attention to detail and professionalism is unmatched. I wish I could relive this day over and over!!

Dalianny M.
12/18/2024

All Inclusive Wedding Venue Areas We Serve Within Central Florida

Altamonte Springs

Apopka

Clermont

Cocoa Beach

Davenport

Daytona Beach

Deltona

Eustis

Kissimmee

Lakeland

Lake Wales

Melbourne

Orlando

Palm Bay

Serving the Charming Neighborhoods of Melbourne

Eau Gallie

Suntree

Viera

Lake Washington

Baytree

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