Rates & Services

Like those of you on the hunt for your dream wedding venue, we value transparent & easy-to-understand Rates & Services. Here’s what to know about Lakeside Occasions’ offerings and packages:

• We offer wedding & reception rentals on Fridays, Saturdays, & select Sundays from April to mid-November.
• Our pricing varies based on the date(s) you choose.
  – Peak dates include late May, June, and portions of September & October. Peak pricing ranges from $3000 to $5000 plus sales tax.
  – Off Peak dates include April to mid May, July, August, and late October to mid-November. Off-peak pricing ranges from $2500 to $4000 plus sales tax.
• Our rates do not include linens, food & beverage, or any of the add-on services that you’ll find below.
• There are a few additional fees associated with your rental including a refundable Security Deposit, non-preferred catering fee, bar services, and security – which are detailed in our Rental Agreement.
• All rentals are subject to 7% Indiana sales tax.

If you already have a date in mind, please Contact Us for a custom quote! If you’re open to suggestions about dates that’ll fit perfectly within your wedding budget, let us know! We pride ourselves on offering affordable rentals at a variety of price points. We can also offer hourly rates at certain times of our season.

All of our wedding & reception rentals include:

• Exclusive use of The Guernsey Barn & lakeside grounds (We have heat & A/C!)
• Choice of outdoor ceremony location with up to 250 chairs set up by our staff
• Reception tables & chairs for up to 250 guests – set up by our staff
• Wedding Party seating on stage
• Tables for food, drinks, & desserts
• Access to our decor stash & rustic furniture
• Unique changing rooms for the wedding party
• Restrooms (Handicap accessible)
• On-Site parking with attendant, parking sign, and cones + golf cart shuttle when weather permits
• Caterer’s prep kitchen (no stove/oven or warming equipment on site)
• Outdoor Grain Bin bar & built-in bar inside the barn
• Outdoor gas fireplace & patio seating
• 2 scheduled planning visits
• Custom reception layout with access to private Client Portal
• Scheduled rehearsal time (based on availability)
• Staff 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

Rental Hours

Fridays: 11 am to 11 pm
Saturdays: 10 am to 12 am
Sundays: 10 am to 8 pm

*Based on availability, the couple may purchase a *Day Before Decorating reservation – as well as rehearsal dinner space in our 50s themed diner room. (For Friday & Saturday weddings only.)

Payment Schedule

• $1500 non-refundable Reservation Fee due at signing + completed Rental Agreement
• 1/2 of the remaining balance + sales tax due 6 months prior to the event
• Final 1/2 of the remaining balance + sales tax due 60 days prior to the event

Additional fees include a $500 refundable Security Deposit, as well as any applicable catering fees, bar services, and rentals.

Add-On Services:

• Linen Rentals (in partnership with Evergreen Linen Rentals)
• Bar Services (see below)
• Sound System
• Accent Lighting
• Day-Of Coordinator
• Outdoor Rentals (barrels, doors)

Bar Services by Lakeside Occasions

Lakeside Occasions is permitted to sell alcohol for on-site consumption only, which means all alcohol must be provided & served by the venue. The host may choose cash bar or purchase host bar credit to pay for some or all of the alcohol. We serve beer and wine, as well as a selection of pre-mixed cocktails and champagne. *It is mandatory that a security officer be present when alcohol is served. The host is responsible for payment.