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Sweet Briar Lodge

4.6 ★★★★★ 118 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Rochester, New York

Weddings All-inclusive

Banquet hall hosting weddings, bridal showers, and other events, with a cozy atmosphere and attentive staff.

Plan your tour

  • Capacity couples mention 50–150-guest events in reviews — ask the venue for their stated maximum
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  • Phone (585) 471-5575
  • Website sweetbriarlodge.com — most venues book tours right on their site

Hours

Monday 9 AM–5 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 9 AM–5 PM
Thursday 9 AM–5 PM
Friday 9 AM–5 PM
Saturday 9 AM–5 PM
Sunday 9 AM–5 PM

Most venues show the grounds by appointment and close the calendar on event days — book a tour rather than dropping in.

Amenities couples mention

Amenities couples name in their reviews of Sweet Briar Lodge — the fastest way to tell what the venue actually offers before you drive out for a tour.

Outdoor Ceremony Site

“We got married here in August (ceremony outside, reception inside,) and cannot say enough about this place!”

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💃 Dance Floor

“Everyone told me the food was wonderful and all our guests fit on the dance floor.”

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🍸 Bar Service 2 mentions

“From the bartender to the wait staff, we were treated to top notch friendly “glad you chose us” service.”

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Amenity mentions are mined from reviews and the venue's own info — they tell you what couples found on the grounds, not what's included in every package. Confirm what comes with your date when you tour.

What couples say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 118 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

stunning venue & grounds 9 mentions

“This place used to be Lodge on the Green so imagine my surprise when I entered and found it all remodeled and beautiful I would definitely have my wedding here.”

🤝 owners who go above & beyond 2 mentions

“Not only are the owners Cheryl and Jim extremely kind and accommodating, but each member of their staff is just as professional, and they all go above and beyond.”

🍽️ delicious food & drinks 3 mentions

“They offer a nice variety of menu options and the food was delicious.”

💵 great value 2 mentions

“Clean, neat, price was very affordable and was worth every penny so we didn’t ya e to host this party at our house.”

🚗 easy for out-of-town guests 2 mentions

“There is plenty of parking in the lot, and a nice gazebo in the back.”

From the reviews

If you are getting married...you will not find a better deal than Sweet Briar's. It's a beautiful venue and thousands less than the rest! My fiance and I are getting married in 2022, and put a down payment at Sweet Briar's. The food is amazing (we went to a taste testing).

★★★★★ — Matthew, May 2021

I have been to Sweet Briar Lodge for many events this past year, one for my close friends bridal shower (November 2018), one for my other close friends baby shower (February 2019), and then most recently (November 2019) for a Bridal wedding swap/sale.

★★★★★ — Gina, Nov 2019

We had my son’s graduation party here on 8/2/2020. The venue was excellent, laid back atmosphere but the staff was professional. Very attentive and personable service. Clean, neat, price was very affordable and was worth every penny so we didn’t ya e to host this party at our house.

★★★★★ — Jeffrey, Aug 2020

The owners of this venue have nailed it! From the bartender to the wait staff, we were treated to top notch friendly “glad you chose us” service. The lodge was tastefully decorated and offered ample room for our dining and dancing that was enjoyed by all.

★★★★★ — Debra, Oct 2021

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Getting married at Sweet Briar Lodge

Sweet Briar Lodge comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.

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Where to find Sweet Briar Lodge

2888 Ridgeway Ave, Rochester, NY14626

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