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The Barn at Ivy Oaks
Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Answers, Clear Planning

Here are the questions we hear most often—guest count, timing, lodging, vendors, policies, and what it takes to lock in your date. If you don’t see your question, just reach out and we’ll help.

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How many guests does your venue accommodate?

Guest capacity and comfort planning.

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Ivy Oaks can accommodate up to 150 guests. That is our maximum guest capacity.

What time can we reserve the venue?

Access windows vary by package.

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Reservation times depend on the package you select.

What are the nearest towns and hotels?

Lodging options for you and your guests.

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Huntsville, AL and Fayetteville, TN are the closest towns with hotels—both typically 20–35 minutes away.

There are also several very nice Airbnb locations in New Market, some of which are only 5 miles from Ivy Oaks. We’re happy to share more info on those properties.

Is catering included in any of your packages?

What we provide vs. what you bring in.

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No—We are just the venue. We’re happy to make recommendations for caterers, but we do not offer catering service.

Do your guests have to use vendors from your vendor list?

Flexibility with your vendor choices.

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No. We do have a recommended list based on vendors we’ve worked with in the past, but we don’t have a required list.

Does your venue offer a wedding coordinator?

Coordination expectations and options.

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We do not offer a coordinator as part of our packages, but we do have one or two coordinators we highly suggest— they’re excellent and very affordable. We do require that you have a minimum of a “Day Of” coordinator.

Is alcohol allowed at your venue?

Policy overview and next steps.

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Yes—we do allow alcohol at Ivy Oaks. We’ll go over the specifics during your tour.

What is required to save the date at your venue?

Booking requirements.

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A signed contract and $500 down is all that is required to save your date at Ivy Oaks.

What payment methods do you accept?

Payment options.

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We currently only accept cash, checks, money orders, or cashier’s checks.

Still have questions?

We’re happy to help with details about packages, tours, dates, and planning.

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