The Barn at Bradstreet Farm, located at 239 Main St, Rowley, MA 01969, is a historic and rustic venue ideal for meetings, conferences, and events. Here is a detailed description of its facilities and function rooms:
Meeting and Event Facilities
- The Ell: This 2,000 square foot space is the main dinner and reception area. It overlooks the ceremony arbor and vineyard, offering beautiful views of the gardens, fields, and vineyard. The Ell can accommodate 2-125 seated guests or 2-160 standing guests. It is equipped with tables, chairs, and linens, as well as string lights and decor such as table numbers, battery lanterns, battery candles, and battery votives. The Ell is also suitable for indoor ceremonies when weather conditions require it.
- The Barn: This historic barn, built in the 1730s, is one of the few English barns still standing in the U.S. and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The main post-and-beam barn has been meticulously restored by a master carpenter experienced in historic renovations. The Barn primarily serves as a bar area where guests can gather and visit. It can accommodate 2-160 standing guests and features bar tables, chairs, and linens, as well as a fireplace. The Barn is used for cocktail hours, welcome parties, and dessert service. In inclement weather, it hosts cocktail hours.
Services
- Event Specialists: On-site event specialists are available to help plan and run the day of the event.
- Bartenders: Two bartenders are included in the venue rental, ensuring that guests have a well-stocked bar without additional service fees.
- Decor and Furniture: The venue includes use of in-house décor such as battery candles, lanterns, table numbers, signs, etc., as well as outdoor furniture and two gas fire pit areas.
- Lawn Games: Lawn games are available for guests to enjoy.
- Whiskey Barrel Tables: Whiskey barrel tables are provided for outdoor use.
- Farm-to-Table Catering: Local catering partner, Woodland Catering, prepares delicious meals featuring seasonal herbs, vegetables, fruits, and produce grown on the farm.
- Fresh Flowers: Fresh flowers from the on-site gardens are available for use in the events.
Capacity and Pricing
The venue offers various packages, including microwedding (<50 guests) and ceremony-only packages. The total venue pricing ranges from $12,995 to $18,995, depending on the day of the week and month/year of the wedding. Events for more than 160 people are hosted entirely outside, utilizing the sprawling grounds and event tents available on the seven-acre property.