We really love this spot for an idyllic, countryside wedding. You'll be so pleased with the photos, we can assure you of that. Just look at the shots we got there recently..
CHQ BARN
wedding venue in chautauqua NY
As wedding photographers, we could not love this venue more.
CHQ Barn has a variety of features that create many different beautiful backdrops. From the Barn's front staircase to the Garden Pergola, and the many stunning spots all over the grounds this venue has what it takes to create the idyllic, countryside wedding of your dreams.
CHQ barn Wedding
What guest would be mad about the 50 minute drive from Erie to our current venue spotlight: CHQ Barn? The answer is no guest would be mad about it because it's Chautauqua. To write about this venue is worth the constant back and forth of the keys and the delete button to spell Chautauqua because it's such a beautiful place to get married. On top of the actual venue being so gorgeous, you're mere minutes from the institute so you could turn this into a little, mini vacay and stay on the grounds. You could take advantage of all they have to offer, from such a great bookstore to the beauty of the small lake to the peace and quiet overall. You might even find a great music event or speaker the weekend you have a wedding to attend, so check that out before you head up.
As wedding photographers, we could not love this venue more. The sheer variety of options for photos and the beauty of those options... off the charts.
Let's dig into some details for this stunning venue:
The grounds
Once you see the site, we're sure that you'll be inspired by the landscape and choose to host your ceremony right there. Every season features its own unique landscape of color and atmosphere. (You can imagine that summer and fall are super popular at this venue so move fast to get on the books.)
The property has a variety of features that create many different beautiful backdrops, including the front staircase, the Garden Pergola, and too many stunning spots to list all over the grounds. Especially beautiful are some of the wide open vistas with the expansive horizon as a backdrop.
The site itself is nothing short of lush and edenic. And how many wedding venues can say that you can hang out with some horses while you're there?!
The Barn
The Barn can seat up to 250 guests comfortably and features an expansive bar and sprawling dance floor in the nearly 6,000 square foot space. And just outside, there is a newly built Men's and Women's restroom building for everyone's convenience and comfort.
Enter the outdoor spaces through the large sliding doors that open the barn almost entirely on one side, bringing the outdoors in. You can enjoy both the indoor and outdoor elements during the May to October season. (Before all the snow hits, though a winter wedding here would be breathtakingly beautiful also.)
CHQ Barn Add on: On Site Cabin
The Cabin sits atop a hill across the property and sleeps up to 6 guests, featuring one king, two doubles, and two single beds.
The staff can also point you to other local properties, Airbnbs, and hotels that can accommodate overnight needs for you and/or your guests.
The staff at the CHQ Barn can also help you to find and choose the other vendors you need. They've worked extensively with and know the vendors local to the area (whereas a couple coming from Erie may not).
Want More Information?
Does the CHQ Barn catch your eye? Interested in more of our favorite Erie wedding venues and portrait locations? Check out our Erie Wedding Venue page to get more inspiration for your wedding planning.
Reach out to us to inquire about our availability and to learn more about our personalized approach to wedding and engagement photography in Erie, PA. We can't wait to hear from you!
The Basics about CHQ Barn
What's Included
- Rustic 6,000-square-foot barn
- Two ceremony sites
- Outdoor spaces, front terrace
- Fire pit stocked with Firewood
- Fully Handicap accessible facility
- Expansive bar with a walk-in beverage cooler and a full Beer Tap System
- Parking areas including Handicap Accessible Parking & Building
- Tables and Chairs for 250 guests
- Bridal Lounge with a private restroom just for the Bride and her inner circle
- Access for two days prior to event to set up/decorate and you can return following day to pack up
- Full kitchen for catering/bar needs
begin at $2200
We believe every moment, every story , every step that brought you here is different. More than anything, life is not photoshopped, This is why we don't do one-size-fits-all in our work or our wedding packages.
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You have a couple of options here. First, you can head over to the contact us page, fill out the form, and send it over to us. Or, send us a text message with your name, wedding date, and venue. Either way, we do our best to get back to you by the next business day.
If we're available on your date, we will then set up a time to meet, chat about your day, and create a package that fulfills your wish list. Your and your fiance's signatures on our contract plus a non-refundable deposit officially reserves your date on our calendar.
How can we book you?
You will get both! I photograph every wedding using two different cameras -- one dedicated to black and white and the other to color. The ratio of black and white to color photos you receive in your gallery may change based on your chosen wedding colors, venue, and/or preference. If you see a black and white image that you want in color, or vice versa, it is very likely that I will have it and can add it to your gallery.
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At Matt Mead Photography we believe that building relationships with our clients is the best way to serve them. That's why we value meeting all of our couples face-to-face by video call. We look forward to meeting you soon!
