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The Beach Barn

4.4 ★★★★☆ 16 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in East Tawas, Michigan

Weddings On-site lodging

Plan your tour

  • Lodging on-site lodging comes up in reviews and the venue's own info — ask how many beds and whether the wedding-night stay is included
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  • Phone (989) 214-3435
  • Website the-beachbarn.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 Closed
Sunday Closed

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

The setting

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

Elegant & Modern 2 mentions

“The setting speaks for itself: an elegantly designed interior opens onto a spacious outdoor patio overlooking beautiful Tawas Bay on Lake Huron.”

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🌊 Waterside 10 mentions

“The setting speaks for itself: an elegantly designed interior opens onto a spacious outdoor patio overlooking beautiful Tawas Bay on Lake Huron.”

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Amenities couples mention

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

🛏️ On-Site Lodging

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🌊 Pond or Lake 10 mentions

“The setting speaks for itself: an elegantly designed interior opens onto a spacious outdoor patio overlooking beautiful Tawas Bay on Lake Huron.”

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🍸 Bar Service

“(Catering by The Cruisin’ Chef, bar services by LC Bartending, and flowers by EuFloria were all top-notch.”

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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 16 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

stunning venue & grounds 17 mentions

“The setting speaks for itself: an elegantly designed interior opens onto a spacious outdoor patio overlooking beautiful Tawas Bay on Lake Huron.”

🤝 owners who go above & beyond 2 mentions

“Sharon and Sheryl both went above and beyond for us, not only on the actual wedding day, but also on the days, weeks, and months leading up to it.”

😌 stress-free planning 3 mentions

“The lake served as the breathtaking backdrop for our ceremony, after which the patio was seamlessly transformed into a stunning cocktail hour space.”

📋 day-of coordination 2 mentions

“From start to finish, we felt very supported by the owners, Sharon and Phil—who really took a hands on approach—and our wedding coordinator, Haylee.”

From the reviews

Our wedding at The Beach Barn on 5/31/25 surpassed any vision we could have dreamed up. The setting speaks for itself: an elegantly designed interior opens onto a spacious outdoor patio overlooking beautiful Tawas Bay on Lake Huron.

★★★★★ — Deb, Jun 2025

The Beach Barn at Lake Life Cottages is the perfect Up North destination for a wedding. We were their first wedding for the venue, in May 2024, and it couldn’t have been more perfect! The space is absolutely incredible and being right on Lake Huron is special. If you’re looking for a wedding venue, this is it.

★★★★★ — Ashley, Dec 2024

We had our wedding at the Beach Barn venue last week, and it was wonderful! Sharon and Sheryl both went above and beyond for us, not only on the actual wedding day, but also on the days, weeks, and months leading up to it.

★★★★★ — Kara, Oct 2024

Sharon and her team were amazing to work with for our son's Rehearsal Dinner June 28th at the Beach Barn. The communication was very prompt each time there was a question regarding specific details. They were very accommodating with helping to set up with with our exact vision.

★★★★★ — Wendi, Sep 2024

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Getting married at The Beach Barn

The Beach Barn 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 The Beach Barn

824 E Bay St, East Tawas, MI48730

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Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and couples' reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Own this venue? Claim your listing — it's free.