The Event Barn

With humble beginnings as a pole barn for tractors, equipment, feed, and all the accouterments of farm life, the Event Barn is 7,680 square feet of enclosed space with a commercial kitchen, eight individually enclosed private restrooms including two which are fully ADA/handicap accessible (one with changing table), one child-scaled restroom, and three other unique restrooms featuring antique vanities, tables and plenty of room. The restroom area also features two shower/restroom combinations. Concrete flooring allows uninterrupted access and steady mobility to every part of the barn. An upstairs apartment with a full bathroom can be reached from steps just outside the barn and provides a view of almost the entire farm from its balcony. There is a large, two-cars’ width covered portico entrance so guests can arrive and depart comfortably in any weather. The portico’s rustic cedar supports and timbers were harvested from our land and saw at a mill minutes from the farm. Classic barn doors, 10 feet tall, welcome guests. The large parking area provides adequate space for all vehicles and a six-passenger party cart can ferry guests to and from the barn. The building features exceptional lighting fixtures and ceiling fans along with bistro lights strung through the middle of the 22-feet tall center portion. A buffet-style serving area sits above in-floor electrical outlets, lit by an antique ladder from the farming days. Beautiful rustic chafing dishes, handcrafted from centuries-old heart pine, keep everything hot or cold, and separate spots for drinks, appetizers, desserts, wedding cakes, etc., allow an even flow to prevent crowding in any area.

In inclement weather, the staff at Tobesofkee Farm can arrange a chapel-style setting inside the lofty center portion of The Barn if necessary and convert it quickly after the ceremony for dining and dancing. The west side of the barn features a rustic indoor/outdoor fireplace, made of rocks from the farm, and faces an open field, creating incredible photo opportunities as the sun sets.

The Meadow and Outdoor Ceremony Venue

Adjacent to the barn’s large east-facing deck, the meadow sits amid towering oaks and pecan trees that continue feeding the southern nut delicacy to on-going generations of farm families. It’s a stunning site for weddings, reunions, outdoor gatherings, festivals, games, and a place for children to run free safely. Hand-crafted pine benches provide outdoor seating for up to 275 people. For late afternoon weddings, the tall barn roof and trees shield the meadow from the rays of the setting sun.

The Deck

Nestled beneath centuries-old water oaks, the 1,200 square-feet deck allows everyone the chance to be outdoors with full accessibility from The Event Barn. From The Deck edge, two steps take guests into The Meadow. Vintage furniture and antique rockers provide comfortable seating and the opportunity to view everything happening close-by. The Deck and both paved and grassy areas around it are a gracious setting for mingling and drinks.

The Carriage House

Barnesville was once “The Buggy Capital of the South.” Each year in September, the historic downtown area hosts Buggy Days as old carriages and buggies, antique cars and trucks, marching bands, beauty queens, and anyone wanting to participate parade through the exquisite streets. Artisans and food vendors create a memorable experience for all who attend. The Bush family, who originally owned the farm, stored carriages in a carriage house beside the farmhouse. The exterior is a beautiful rustic site for a small wedding, as brides and grooms exchange vows in front of the unique facade and guests sit semi-circle on handcrafted benches in the shadows of ancient oaks.

The bride walkway and front porch steps of the white Victorian farmhouse are laid with hand-made, 140-year-old brick, repurposed from Dundee Mills in Griffin, GA. After the ceremony, a trail leads guests to the event barn to celebrate.

One couple created a Memory Tree adjacent to The Carriage House porch, featuring photos of family memories who would have been present “if heaven weren’t so far away.”

The Cabin

Located behind the barn, in a secluded grove of old oaks, sits The Cabin. It’s the perfect spot for a bride and her attendants to get ready for the day. The Cabin, which can sleep up to six, features a queen-size bed in the loft, a full-size bed in the bedroom, a sleep sofa in the living area, a bathroom with shower, and a fully tocked kitchen. Massive widows provide wonderful natural light and beautiful views of the farm.

The Barn Apartment

An upstairs barn apartment is available featuring a full bath, queen-size bed and kitchenette and is conveniently accessible from The Deck outside The Event Barn. It’s a great place for a groom and his attendants to dress and relax.

All the buildings described above are part of the amenities and services provided for events at Tobesofkee Farm. The use of the farm for events is limited to these buildings and outdoor areas directly adjacent. An event planner is not included in the fees charged for events. We maintain a list of preferred planners. Use of any other day of event planner is not permitted, as the multiple areas used during a wedding require intimate knowledge of the entire event area and buildings, unless approved by Tobesofkee Farm at time of contract signing. Their separate fees are determined by the particular planner, based on the level of services needed and the time involved.

Available Services

Tobesofkee Farm is owned and operated as a working farm and therefore requires strict adherence to safety regulations and respect for its facilities, animals, and the environment. Anyone who rents the facilities and uses the various implements, decor, and services we provide is accountable, along with their guests, vendors, and/or agents for any actions taken while on site.

Although Tobesofkee Farm carries liability insurance, anyone renting our facilities must purchase a “day of event” insurance policy worth $2 million if alcohol is served to protect you, your guests, our farm and its facilities. Non-alcohol events also require a day of event insurance policy of $1 million. No one will be allowed to enter the farm for the event if valid “day of event” insurance proof is not provided at least ten days before the event; an updated certification, showing current coverage, must be provided the day of the event via email. An application follows that must be completed fully prior to a contract offer to host an event.

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