Rates & Services

Lakeside Occasions offers weddings and receptions on Fridays, Saturdays, and select Sundays from April through November.

For the 2023 season, our rental rates start at $3000 for a Sunday ceremony and reception and go up to $5500 for our most popular package, which is the 2-day Friday/Saturday rental (NOT INCLUDING food and beverage or add-on services). Venue rentals are also subject to 7% Indiana sales tax. 

A $500 holiday fee applies to any event that falls on or adjacent to a holiday and an additional refundable Security Deposit is required for all events. A $1500 non refundable Reservation Fee and completed contract are required to reserve a date.

Please fill out our Contact Form to inquire about pricing for specific dates.

Our Wedding & Reception package includes:

• Exclusive use of The Guernsey Barn and lakeside grounds with gazebo & “little white chapel”
• Tables and chairs for up to 250 guests – set up by our staff
• Buffet tables, head tables, and tables/trough for drinks & desserts
• String lighting & chandeliers
• Stage for ceremonies & wedding party seating
• Dance Floor space
• Unique changing rooms for the wedding party
• Restrooms (Handicap accessible)
• Heat and air conditioning (all indoor spaces)
• On-Site parking and attendants, parking signs & cones
• Specialty tables, barrels, spools, and other rustic accent furniture
• Prep kitchen w/ refrigerator, microwave, and sink
• Outdoor Grain Bin bar + built-in bar indoors
• Outdoor fireplace, pergola, & patio seating
• Planning Session for customized floor plan
• 2 scheduled visits for planning purposes
• 1 hour of scheduled rehearsal time (based on availability)
• Property managers on site during event for assistance with the facilities
• Trash removal during and after event
• 1 hour use of property for engagement/’Save the Date’ photos
• Endless Photo Opportunities!

Hours of Use:

Fridays: 11 am to 11 pm
Saturdays: 10 am to 12 am
Sundays: 8 hrs between 10 am and 9 pm

Payment Schedule 

A non-refundable Reservation Fee of $1500 is due at signing, along with a completed Rental Form. The remaining balance will be split into two equal payments due at 6 months and 60 days prior to the wedding, respectively. The refundable $500 damage deposit, Bar Services deposit, outside catering fee, and incidentals deposit (if applicable) are due 1 month prior to the event. Charges for add-on services and bar balances are due 1 week prior to the event. We will send invoices along the way and are happy to arrange a payment plan that fits your needs.

Add-On Services:

• Sound System
• Uplighting
• Day-Of Coordinating
• Antique Door Rental
• Barrels @ Ceremony Site
• Bar Services: Lakeside Occasions is the mandatory vendor for all bar services. Menu available upon request.