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Download your free guide now to access our venue pricing, FAQs, and wedding planning tips! Discover the affordability and customizability of Schafer Barn on the Hill, and learn why hundreds of couples have chosen us as their dream wedding venue.
Your Dream Wedding Includes:
Open-Air or Indoor Ceremony/Reception
Up to 500 guests
Apartment with plenty of space for wedding party to get ready
Security Included
Parking area
Onsite Lodging Available
Use of space for rehearsal and rehearsal dinner
Your Dream Wedding Includes:
Open-Air or Indoor Ceremony/Reception
Apartment with plenty of space for wedding party to get ready
Security Included
Parking area
Onsite Lodging Available
Use of space for rehearsal and rehearsal dinner
Why choose
Schafer Barn on the Hill?
Spacious Design
Schafer Barn on the Hill was created for couples who loved the original Century Barn but needed more room for guests. Features an impressive 60’ x 100’ ceremony space built from full-sized logs and custom metalwork featuring a striking tree chandelier.
Modern Comfort
Schafer Barn on the Hill blends rustic charm with upgraded convenience. Its handcrafted architecture, featuring exposed beams and artistic ironwork, creates a striking and warm atmosphere. The added modern amenities ensure a smooth wedding experience.
Built with Love
What began as a dream to accommodate more guests became a passion project built by hand with local talent. The tree-sized beams to the artist-designed metal fasteners reflects care and craftsmanship. It’s not just a venue; it’s a family-built space made for unforgettable beginnings.
Why choose
Schafer Barn on the Hill?
Spacious Design
Schafer Barn on the Hill was created for couples who loved the original Century Barn but needed more room for guests. Features an impressive 60’ x 100’ ceremony space built from full-sized logs and custom metalwork featuring a striking tree chandelier.
Modern Comfort
Schafer Barn on the Hill blends rustic charm with upgraded convenience. Its handcrafted architecture, featuring exposed beams and artistic ironwork, creates a striking and warm atmosphere. The added modern amenities ensure a smooth wedding experience.
Built with Love
What began as a dream to accommodate more guests became a passion project built by hand with local talent. The tree-sized beams to the artist-designed metal fasteners reflect care and craftsmanship. It’s not just a venue; it’s a family-built space made for unforgettable beginnings.
About our venues
Located in Adair, Iowa, Schafer Barn on the Hill presents a distinguished setting for elegant country weddings. With expansive views, serene woodlands, and a beautifully restored barn, this family-owned estate blends rural charm with refined hospitality.
Just a convenient drive from Des Moines, it offers guests a graceful retreat from the ordinary.
About our venues
Located in Adair, Iowa, Schafer Barns presents a distinguished setting for elegant country weddings. With expansive views, serene woodlands, and a beautifully restored barn, this family-owned estate blends rural charm with refined hospitality.
Just a convenient drive from Des Moines, it offers guests a graceful retreat from the ordinary.
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Schafer Barn on the Hill is a spacious and uniquely designed venue where couples can begin their love story. Featuring a dramatic ceiling, a repurposed tree chandelier, and a rustic, hunting-themed bar, it offers charm and elegance. With room for up to 500 guests, a fully-equipped kitchen, and hands-on staff support—including setup, cleanup, and bartending—it’s ideal for a lively and memorable celebration.
Barn on the Hill
Schafer Barn on the Hill is a spacious and uniquely designed venue where couples can begin their love story. Featuring a dramatic ceiling, a repurposed tree chandelier, and a rustic, hunting-themed bar, it offers charm and elegance. With room for up to 500 guests, a fully equipped kitchen, and hands-on staff support—including setup, cleanup, and bartending—it’s ideal for a lively and memorable celebration.
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Bridal Suite
A spacious and stylish retreat just steps away from the main venue, making it ideal for your wedding party to relax and prepare for the big day. Featuring stylish chairs, a big TV, and a plush couch for relaxing before the ceremony. With 6 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and room to sleep 16+, it combines comfort and convenience. Priced at $600/night with a two-night minimum, you'll also enjoy a complimentary fourth night after your third—perfect for an extended celebration.
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Bridal Suite
A spacious and stylish retreat just steps away from the main venue, making it ideal for your wedding party to relax and prepare for the big day. Featuring stylish chairs, a big TV, and a plush couch for relaxing before the ceremony. With 6 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and room to sleep 16+, it combines comfort and convenience. Priced at $600/night with a two-night minimum, you'll also enjoy a complimentary fourth night after your third—perfect for an extended celebration.
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Schafer Lodge
Schafer Lodge is just on the other side of the pond from the Barn on the Hill. It’s a spacious, beautifully appointed house that sleeps up to 20 people—perfect for friends and family to enjoy the weekend together and get ready for your big day. This space is $800 per night, with a two-night minimum.
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Schafer Lodge
Schafer Lodge is just on the other side of the pond from the Barn on the Hill. It’s a spacious, beautifully appointed house that sleeps up to 20 people—perfect for friends and family to enjoy the weekend together and get ready for your big day. This space is $800 per night, with a two-night minimum.
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Ceremony Space
For a more traditional atmosphere, the St. John’s Wedding Chapel seats up to 225 guests, while Seely Creek Cabin offers a romantic outdoor ceremony site by the pond, surrounded by the natural beauty of Guthrie County’s rolling hills.
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Ceremony Space
For a more traditional atmosphere, the St. John’s Wedding Chapel seats up to 225 guests, while Seely Creek Cabin offers a romantic outdoor ceremony site by the pond, surrounded by the natural beauty of Guthrie County’s rolling hills.
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Reception Area
The Schafer Barn on the Hill offers expansive space with stunning log-beam architecture, a full-service bar, and elegant amenities, while Seely Creek Cabin adds a cozy, nature-inspired option with tented receptions and a one-of-a-kind portable barn.
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Reception Area
The Schafer Barn on the Hill offers an expansive, welcoming space featuring stunning log-beam architecture, a full-service bar, and refined amenities perfect for celebrating. For a more intimate setting, Seely Creek Cabin provides a cozy, nature-inspired backdrop ideal for tented receptions under the stars.
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The Grounds
Wide-open and welcoming environment for guests, with a large grassy lot designated for general public parking. For added convenience, accessible parking is available close to the venue, ensuring ease of access for everyone. The open layout allows for smooth traffic flow and a relaxed arrival experience.
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The Grounds
Wide-open and welcoming environment for guests, with a large grassy lot designated for general public parking. For added convenience, accessible parking is available close to the venue, ensuring ease of access for everyone. The open layout allows for smooth traffic flow and a relaxed arrival experience.
Century Barn
A charming, historic venue with a cozy yet elegant ambiance, perfect for weddings centered around love and community. It comfortably hosts up to 150 guests for both ceremony and reception, with options for outdoor ceremonies and space for a large tent if needed. Nearby, fully furnished accommodations ranging from intimate condos to large homes for up to 18 guests are available to house couples, wedding parties, or extended families.
Century Barn
A charming, historic venue with a cozy yet elegant ambiance, perfect for weddings centered around love and community. It comfortably hosts up to 150 guests for both ceremony and reception, with options for outdoor ceremonies and space for a large tent if needed. Nearby, fully furnished accommodations ranging from intimate condos to large homes for up to 18 guests are available to house couples, wedding parties, or extended families.
- See what other couple have to say
The venue was absolutely stunning, and the staff were so incredibly helpful from the moment we booked, through our entire wedding weekend! They offer a variety of add on services, such as walk away cleaning that we took advantage of, and it was amazing! All of our guests kept commenting on how gorgeous the venue was. I am so glad we chose this venue!!
- Kelsey L.
- See what other couple have to say -
The venue was absolutely stunning, and the staff were so incredibly helpful from the moment we booked, through our entire wedding weekend! They offer a variety of add on services, such as walk away cleaning that we took advantage of, and it was amazing! All of our guests kept commenting on how gorgeous the venue was. I am so glad we chose this venue!!
- Kelsey L.
