15 Beautiful Rustic Illinois Wedding Venues

You can't go wrong with a rustic wedding in a barn, on a farm, or overlooking the rolling hills of Illinois' picturesque countryside. These gorgeous venues provide the perfect backdrop to your celebration with their laid-back style, vintage charm, and scenic vistas.



BEAUTIFUL BARNS



Engelbrecht Farmstead

Paxton, IL

Fab Features: century-old farm surrounded by wide-open panoramas, fresh country breezes, and plenty of picturesque photo ops • charming white barn with two floors, sky-high ceilings, and plenty of rustic wood details • all rentals include 3 days of access, including overnight lodgings in the authentic farmhouse

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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The Pavilion at Orchard Ridge Farms

Rockton, Illinois

Fab Features: secluded yet glamorous country getaway • the Pavilion is appointed with a towering masonry fireplace, chandeliers hanging from timber beams, and state-of-the-art audiovisual enhancements • farm-to-fork cuisines provided by their exclusive caterer, Henrici’s

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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A Pocket Full of Sunshine

Mount Vernon, IL

Fab Features: sweet, family-owned venue surrounded by lush meadows, a sparkling pond, and mature shade trees • the pretty whitewashed barn boasts features an attached covered patio that opens to a courtyard • choose from their wide collection of décor to make your unique vision come to life

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Hoosier Grove Barn

Streamwood, IL

Fab Features: intimate celebrations in the restored schoolhouse • variety of outdoor ceremonies locations from the lush garden with a stone water fountain to the semi-wooded Silo • tented celebrations on the expansive lawn

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Ensign Jade Acres

Freeport, IL

Fab Features: gorgeous farm and barn set on 7 serene acres • ceremonies on the expansive lawn overlooking rolling pastures or in front of the rustic red barn • the interior glows thanks to warm wood tones, beams wrapped with stringed lights, and a peaked ceiling illuminated by a beautiful chandelier

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Hudson Farm Weddings & Events

Urbana, IL

Fab Features: 6th-generation working family farm • variety of indoor and outdoor event spaces • the expansive lawn is perfect for outdoor games and entertainment

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Ashton Hill Farm

Galena, IL

Fab Features: custom-built barn with sweeping views of the Galena countryside • the light-filled interior impresses with its modern design, white walls, and floor-to-ceiling windows • luxurious and private spaces available for day-of pampering and prep

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $$ • $$$
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FAIRYTALE-LIKE FARMS



Oak Hill Farm

Apple River, Illinois

Fab Features: private estate set on 172 verdant acres • outdoor ceremonies on the sweeping lawn or in St. John’s Chapel with its graceful steeple • unique event enhancements range from cocktails in the 1950s one-room schoolhouse to a DIY sundae and penny candy buffet served at the Country Store

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Heritage Prairie Farm

Elburn, IL

Fab Features: family-run organic farm surrounded by lush gardens and quaint buildings • exchange vows beneath a vine-draped white trellis in an open meadow • farm-to-table menus crafted from their own harvests whenever possible

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Walnut Grove Farm

Knoxville, IL

Fab Features: a historic and rustic farm venue • hold your outdoor ceremony surrounded by the natural beauty of the spacious lawns • make the planning process a breeze with the help of their experienced staff who are happy to assist with your special event

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Haven on the Farm

Edwards, IL

Fab Features: exquisite setting on 10 acres in charming Peoria • wedding party prep in the Bridal House, followed by dreamy photos on the lush grounds • host a cool cocktail hour in the historic Carriage House, then dine and dance in the elegant white barn

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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CHARMING COUNTRY ESTATES



Epiphany Farms Estate

Downs, IL

Fab Features: 70-acre working farm focused on organic and regenerative agricultural practices • dreamy al fresco ceremonies on the verdant lawns, set against the lush vines and rolling prairies beyond • delectable menu options from the Epiphany Hospitality Group, prepared with farm-fresh, seasonal ingredients

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Dragonfly

Herrin, IL

Fab Features: whimsical property set on 36 gorgeous acres • endless photo ops next to the 1-acre pond, a cascading waterfall, the flower swing, a boho tiny house, and the wonderland woods • forested ceremonies followed by fun receptions in the rustic barn or in the covered pavilion with is large stone fireplace

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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The Shores of Turtle Creek

Spring Grove, IL

Fab Features: exchange vows under a wooden arbor in a quiet glen shaded by oaks • plenty of al fresco photos ops, including mature trees, bountiful wildflowers, dozens of ponds, and a romantic footbridge that spans Turtle Creek • dinner and dancing in the gracious, lodge-inspired reception room, or outdoors on the sprawling lawn

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Historic Bell Hill

Cobden, IL

Fab Features: breathtaking panoramic views of the Shawnee National Forest • say “I do” on the manicured lawn or with a pre-Civil War barn backdrop • multiple event spaces can accommodate intimate to large-scale celebrations

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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