The Estate At Sunset Farm Wedding Photos & Venue Information

July 29, 2024

Sunset Farms Weddings In Bellbrook

The Estate At Sunset Farm exceeded my expectations from the moment I turned into its long driveway. This beautiful wedding and reception venue, a former farm, is located in Bellbrook Ohio just south of I-675. It features a gigantic property, a two-story house, and a beautiful ceremony area. The property is a mix of flat grassy areas, woods, and a horse farm. I believe this is the perfect wedding venue for people seeking a farm-chic wedding with all the amenities of a reception hall.

The Property Overall

Upon entering the property you will see a large driveway straddled by large brick gates with a gigantic house behind the gates. The driveway stops at the parking lot at the back of the property with a walkway leading to the back of the house. The walkway passes the ceremony location, a small grassy area with horse barns in the distance, and beautiful flowers and bushes punctuated by white pergolas. At the back of the house is a pool area that has been converted into a pond and natural habitat. At first, I was unsure about this feature, but I later learned it was an intentional decision by the owner. It actually provided a great foreground for wedding portraits with the house as the background.

The Ceremony Location

The ceremony location, situated at the back of the property, is on a flat lawn between the reception house and the parking lot. It is an east-facing grassy area with woods on one side willow trees and a horse barn on the other. The chairs on this day were set up in a multi-row semi-circle facing the ceremony area. During the ceremony, try to have the DJ mic the wedding couple so that everyone can hear them speak. The area is large enough that it can be difficult for everyone to hear. However, not everyone pays attention the entire time, so it may just work for you.

The House / Indoor Reception Area

Overshadowing everything else on the property is the beautiful brick house that houses the catering company (in the garage), the bridal preparation area (solarium), and two floors for the reception and guests. The head table is situated at the back of the house which can be seen by most of the first-floor guests and some of the second-floor guests from the balcony. Behind the head table is a fireplace and giant windows. Near this is the bar, a built-in wood bar with plenty of room for bartenders, coolers, and guests. As a result of all the work the owners have done on the property, this is a beautiful property.

I love the house itself, but the guests can feel cramped when too many people are invited. I would suggest this venue for weddings with 100 guests or less to provide the most comfort and space to the guests. The upstairs area, accessible to a front-of-house dual staircase even features its own bar. The groom and groomsmen can use the upstairs to change and get ready. There are large leather chairs available there. Lastly, take a look at this venue for yourself to see if it meets your needs.