Joyful Ranch

I can not tell you how much I love this location, Love the history and the ladies that run the grounds. Perfect for a country wedding or any party. Love the old barn and the old trees on the land. Had the pleasure to capture a few parties at this location and hope to shoot here again soon.
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Darci Terry Photography

I went to a wedding at this venu and to say the least the owners were like Nazis! They were walking through the venu complaining about everything and trying to shut down the wedding early. This was a very tame wedding and reception. They were argumentative and nit picking the bride. They put all of the bridal parties personal belongings on the porch of the home on the property. (Where they got ready) they took a bottle of alcohol from the gift table because it was against the rules. (It was a gift) the wedding was to end at 6:00 per the contract. But they told the mother of the bride they wanted everyone gone and everything cleaned up by 6:00. When the mother of the bride said they wouldnt be complying because that wasnt agreed. They called the sheriff. Beautiful place terrible owners.

I recently visited this location for a possible venue for my daughter’s wedding and/​or reception. If you are looking for a place in the country, this may be for you. We met with Ethel, the owner of the property, who showed us around the grounds. Her dog Bo joined us on the tour, and he was fun to watch.
If you want an outdoor wedding, there are locations on the property to do so. You can rent a couple different arches from them for approx. $ 35.00 each. They also provide tables and folding chairs for an extra fee. You also would need to provide your own tablecloths, etc. If you have an outdoor reception, there is an area near the house to do so. There are even lights strung up already around the trees, and hook ups for electrical items.
There is a barn to the left of the property. On the way to the barn, we passed the building that has 2 restrooms inside. ((modern out-​house)). I loved the barn! The barn is pretty big and even has a loft. You can have your ceremony in the rear of the barn and have the reception inside the barn. The cost for an outside ceremony near the house is $ 1,500. The use of the barn is $ 2,500. If you choose to have your ceremony in the back of the barn it is $ 500 + $ 2,500 for the barn, for $ 3,000 total. Also, you are required to pay $ 20 per each security guard. For a smaller wedding or reception, you may only need to have one. There is also someone available to help direct the vehicles on where to park. ((and there is plenty of parking)). Unfortunately, this location was over our budget, as the price does not include other items. such as the food and any alcohol, etc. There are even bells in a tower that can be rung for your ceremony. This location can also be used for other gatherings and celebrations. Ethel is very sweet and welcomed us inside her home as well. She will respond to you promptly via email if you email her. Consider her property if you need a nice outdoor or indoor place.