A farmhouse as a party room

Start looking for a suitable farmhouse well in advance, especially if you have your eye on a popular venue with a spacious outdoor area. Highly sought-after farmhouses are often fully booked well in advance – sometimes more than a year ahead.

Think carefully about the atmosphere you want to create at your wedding or event: a farmhouse with a manicured garden offers a different experience to one with a rugged, rustic feel. If the venue doesn’t quite have the features you’re looking for, don’t rush into a decision – keep searching.

Set a clear budget before visiting a farmhouse. Also enquire about the possibilities for the outdoor area, such as a marquee for extra guests or a separate space for the ceremony, as this can affect the total cost.

Think about the number of guests you want to invite, so you can focus your search on a farmhouse with the right capacity. Some farmhouses combine a smaller indoor space with a large outdoor area, making them suitable for a larger guest list.

Think in advance about the questions you want to ask during your visit, such as accessibility, parking and options in the event of inclement weather. Read our article with 35 practical questions to find out what you should look out for when choosing your wedding venue.

Choose a farmhouse based on the atmosphere you’re looking for, the number of guests and the possibilities offered by the outdoor area. A farmhouse with a well-tended garden offers a different experience to a rustic, rural farmhouse. Also bear your budget in mind, as some farmhouses have their own catering, which may incur additional costs. Before your visit, think carefully about the questions you want to ask regarding the grounds, accommodation options and accessibility. That way, you’ll find the perfect farmhouse to suit your needs!

As well as a farmhouse, a barn and a historic venue such as a castle each offer their own unique atmosphere: the barn is compact and authentic, whilst the historic venue is chic and timeless. Do you fancy a party held entirely in the open air? Then a stylish marquee on a venue of your choice offers even more freedom.

For a farmhouse, expect a hire price of between 750 and 7,300 euros, excluding food and drink. With a farmhouse, the price depends heavily on what the outdoor grounds have to offer: a spacious garden, a separate ceremony area or a multi-day package with overnight accommodation can push the budget up to 35,000 euros, excluding food and drink. Be sure to ask each farm specifically what’s included, as this varies greatly from venue to venue. Want to know more about the total cost of a wedding? Find out in this article.

Yes, farmhouses in popular locations or with spacious outdoor grounds are often fully booked months or even more than a year in advance. So start your search in good time, especially if you have a specific season in mind.

A farmhouse usually features a covered area with tables and chairs, and often an outdoor area with a garden or meadow for the pre-dinner drinks or the ceremony. Some farmhouses also offer accommodation or space for a marquee if you have a larger guest list. Always check what’s included as standard and what incurs an additional charge.

Some farmhouses offer accommodation on the estate itself, such as rooms in the main buildings or space for glamping. Check this with your favourite venue, especially if you’re planning a multi-day wedding weekend.