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The Barn at Gully Tavern

4.9 ★★★★★ 56 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Rice, Virginia

Weddings

Set on a property with multiple sites, this family-owned venue hosts weddings and other events.

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Hours

Monday 8 am–7:30 pm
Tuesday 8 am–7:30 pm
Wednesday 8 am–7:30 pm
Thursday 8 am–7:30 pm
Friday 8 am–7:30 pm
Saturday 8 am–7:30 pm
Sunday 8 am–7:30 pm

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The setting

The style of The Barn at Gully Tavern in couples' own words — pulled from their reviews and the venue's own info, not guessed from the photos.

🌊 Waterside 3 mentions

“Just a short walk away from the ceremony area/reception barn there is an awesome pond with a really cool fountain in the center that made for the ideal background piece.”

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🌸 Gardens & Grounds 2 mentions

“The landscape was well maintained and is so beautiful, with plenty of outdoor space for any sized ceremony you desire.”

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Amenities couples mention

Amenities couples name in their reviews of The Barn at Gully Tavern — the fastest way to tell what the venue actually offers before you drive out for a tour.

👰 Bridal Suite 2 mentions

“The barn itself is stunning and I have loved watching them add all of the new updates around like the beautiful pond and the gorgeous bridal suite.”

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🌊 Pond or Lake 3 mentions

“Just a short walk away from the ceremony area/reception barn there is an awesome pond with a really cool fountain in the center that made for the ideal background piece.”

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🪑 Tables & Chairs Included 2 mentions

“I loved the wooden tables and chairs that were provided!”

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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 56 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

stunning venue & grounds 27 mentions

“Not only the venue itself is absolutely stunning but Robert and Dawn accommodated us as if we had known them for years.”

🤝 owners who go above & beyond 5 mentions

“The owners were very accommodating for the bridal parties and went above and beyond for us to have the perfect day!”

👰 beautiful bridal suite 2 mentions

“The barn itself is stunning and I have loved watching them add all of the new updates around like the beautiful pond and the gorgeous bridal suite.”

🧹 spotless & well-kept 4 mentions

“The landscape was well maintained and is so beautiful, with plenty of outdoor space for any sized ceremony you desire.”

From the reviews

The Barn at Gulley Tavern is an absolutely gorgeous venue! Calling it a "barn" does not do it justice whatsoever, as this is truly a marvelous reception hall. I was recently a wedding guest at this venue and the wedding could not have gone any better.

★★★★★ — Jru, Aug 2020

I attended a beautiful wedding at The Barn at Gully Tavern this past weekend and it was a dream wedding! The owners were very accommodating for the bridal parties and went above and beyond for us to have the perfect day!

★★★★★ — Brittany, Aug 2021

The most perfect and stunning venue! If you want a barn wedding, this is your place!! The owners were the nicest people to work with and were extremely responsive. My wedding was a DREAM!!! This venue deserves more than 5 stars!

★★★★★ — Summer, Oct 2024

Goodness where do I begin? The Barn at Gully Tavern was of course the first vendor we booked, and over the span of our 2 year engagement Robert and Dawn (the owners) were absolutely incredible.

★★★★★ — Angel, May 2026

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Getting married at The Barn at Gully Tavern

The Barn at Gully Tavern 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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Corporate events & private parties at The Barn at Gully Tavern

Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at The Barn at Gully Tavern — barn venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.

Where to find The Barn at Gully Tavern

3041 Gully Tavern Rd, Rice, VA23966

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