Whether you are looking for a Rustic barn wedding, corporate event, reunion, or just a reception area, The Homestead on Peanut Road - Weddings and Events has the perfect setting for your big day. We offer several beautiful ceremony site options, separate on-site bridal suite and groom's area for getting ready, access to the barn, tables & chairs, and a day of wedding coordinator all included in our basic pricing. Planning a wedding or event is stressful enough, so let the peaceful and tranquil central PA country setting relax you as you enjoy your special day. We are always happy to meet with you for a tour to discuss your unique needs.
Hello! We are Doug & Pat Shenk. We own The Homestead on Peanut Road along with two of our daughters - Abby & Jacqueline, our son - Colby, and our son-in-law - Christopher. We are so glad you found our venue and want you to know we'd be happy to show you around.
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We aim to give you more than you thought possible. After all, you deserve it.
We aim to give you more than you thought possible. After all, you deserve it.
Use our beautiful gazebo as the backdrop for a smaller wedding, up to 75 people, with the wedding party on the steps of the gazebo and guests situated on the lawn.
For an intimate event, the gazebo seats up to 30. The gazebo measures 24 feet in diameter. It can also be used for a Cocktail and Hors d'oeuvre location.
You may choose our pond as the background for your wedding, with the wedding party on the upper side of the pond and guests facing the pond.
This area seats up to 200 guests. Tent rental for covered seating is optional. We have tent rental companies locally that we can recommend.
Our barn became available in the summer of 2017 after many renovations. We are sure you will enjoy the history and authentic rustic environment we have managed to preserve.
Seats up to 120 inside. For events with more than 120 guests, you may use the meadow and Big Red combined for plenty of space
Located right outside "Big Red" and overlooking the farmed corn and soy fields, our beautiful green grass area awaits your ceremony location or reception tent setup.
The backdrop for this location also includes the and the beautiful Shade Mountain Range. Up to 250+ people. Easily fits tents up to 80'x140'.