Old Carter Barn

Rustic-elegant lakeside barn weddings with charm, decor, and hands-on support

Tunkhannock, PA

Up to 158 guests

About

Old Carter Barn is a beautifully restored 1884 barn on the shores of Lake Carey in Northeast Pennsylvania, offering an intimate and thoughtfully designed setting for weddings of up to 158 guests. What sets us apart is our all-inclusive approach to the details—an extensive décor library, included linens in any color, and hands-on coordination to ensure your day runs seamlessly. Share your story with us, and we’ll help you bring it to life in a way that feels personal, relaxed, and truly your own

Services & Offerings

Venue

Service Level

  • Limited Services

Settings

  • Ceremony Indoor
  • Ceremony Outdoor
  • Cocktail Indoor
  • Cocktail Outdoor
  • Reception Indoor

Venue Type

  • Barn & Farm
  • Garden
  • Historic
  • Waterfront

Scenery & Views

  • Forest & Woods
  • Hills & Mountains
  • Meadows & Fields
  • Pond & Lake
  • Waterfront

Catering Options

  • Preferred Caterer List
  • Outside Catering Allowed

Beverage & Bar Options

  • Bring Your Own
  • In-House Service

Amenities & Features

  • ADA Accessible
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs Included
  • Cocktail Tables
  • Dance Floor
  • Fire Pit / Lounge
  • Groom Suite
  • Inclement Weather Backup Plan

Pricing and Packages

Final price may vary by date, package, and customization.

Starting price

$6,600

Package Based

Signature Wedding Weekend

$8,700

Per Event

Friday 12–6 PM – Setup + rehearsal
Saturday 8 AM–11 PM – Wedding day
Sunday until Noon – Pickup

Includes all tables, chairs, linens in color of your choice for reception, lakeside ceremony, cocktail hour on outdoor patio and pavilion, event insurance, ice, day of coordination and ceremony management, decor library (centerpieces, signage, table numbers, vases, and more) unlimited planning support,  model T shuttle, bridal suite and grooms room for the entire rental period, catering prep area, sound system, wireless mics, dance floor lighting.  

SEPTEMBER + OCTOBER +$500

Without Ceremony -$500

Welcome Dinner / Rehearsal Gathering

Extend access on Friday to 9:30 PM and host an intimate gathering onsite.

  • Lakeside Patio or Barn
  • Tables, chairs, linens included
  • Up to 32 guests

+$1,200

Early Weekend Wedding

$8,200

Per Event

Thursday 12–6 PM – Setup + rehearsal
Friday 8 AM–11 PM – Wedding day

Saturday before 10am pickup

Welcome Dinner / Rehearsal Gathering

Includes all tables, chairs, linens in color of your choice for reception, lakeside ceremony, cocktail hour on outdoor patio and pavilion, event insurance, ice, day of coordination and ceremony management, decor library (centerpieces, signage, table numbers, vases, and more) unlimited planning support,  model T shuttle, bridal suite and grooms room for the entire rental period, sound system, wireless mics, catering prep area, dance floor lighting.  

SEPTEMBER + OCTOBER +$500

Without Ceremony -$500

Extend access on Thursday to 9:30 PM and host an intimate gathering onsite.

  • Lakeside Patio or Barn
  • Tables, chairs, linens included
  • Up to 32 guests

+$1,200

Sunday Wedding

$6,600

Per Event

Sunday 8am-11pm

Includes all tables, chairs, linens in color of your choice for reception, lakeside ceremony, cocktail hour on outdoor patio and pavilion, event insurance, ice, day of coordination and ceremony management, decor library (centerpieces, signage, table numbers, vases, and more) unlimited planning support,  model T shuttle, bridal suite and grooms room for the entire period, sound system, wireless mics, catering prep area, dance floor lighting.  

SEPTEMBER + OCTOBER +$500

Without Ceremony -$500

Accepted Payments

  • Credit Card
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Zelle
  • Venmo

Availability & Booking

Peak Season

Highlighted months fill the fastest.

  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec
Peak Season
Off-peak Season

Response Time

Within 24 hours

Book in Advance

12-18 months

We have an indoor location for the wedding ceremony and back-up generators in case of electrical outage.

Location & Service Area

FAQs

Just go to this link: https://calendly.com/oldcarterbarn/tour-of-old-carter-barn

If none of those times are available, send an email to lewis@oldcarterbarn.com and we'll find a better time!

We want all our weddings to be as stress free as possible- so we include a lot of planning and guidance. You will work directly with our event manager, Dave, from the moment you book until pick-up after the wedding! He help make your wedding dreams a reality and handle all the details on the day- including running the ceremony- so you don't have to worry!

Yes- we love having pets in the ceremony!

We have a great preferred vendor list (prices range from $30/pp to $130/pp) and can guide you to a fit for your style and budget. We are BYOB and offer an bar service (not included) to make things easier.

Ready to reach out?

Typical response time: Within 24 hours