Fern Acres 1154 Big Burn Place • Forks • WA 98331
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- This lush private forest is tucked in a magical spot in the Pacific Northwest rainforest. Every inch of the 5-acre property is breathtaking, from the Asian and English-influenced gardens to the untamed natural beauty of the surrounding evergreens.
- Exchange vows in picture-perfect seclusion. In the forest, old-growth trees open onto a quiet clearing, where rustic benches sit among hundreds of ferns and moss-draped maples. Before the ceremony, the couple each has a charming, private dressing room to prepare for their special day!
- Celebrate under the stars. The reception area in the garden boasts a large 40x60 white event tent with three crystal chandeliers, leg drapes, and a dance floor. As the party winds down, you can gather with guests around the cozy fire pit.
Deals
After 10 years of gorgeous weddings, retirement beckons!
2025 will be Fern Acres' final season, and hardworking owner Tena is excited to relax and spend more time with her husband. Inquire to secure your 2025 date today (and let Tena know we sent you!).
Dreamy Elopements at Fern Acres!
All elopements include use of the ceremony area and grounds, plus parking, restrooms, and taxes, for 2–15 people. You bring your officiant, photographer, and any florals you wish! All elopements are held mid-week, Monday–Thursday.
2 Hour Mini-Elopement | $1,750
Includes use of the ceremony area and access to the grounds for photos.
4 Hour Elopement | $2,200
Includes use of the ceremony area & dressing rooms and access to the grounds for photos.
5 Hour Elopement | $2,700
Includes use of the ceremony area & dressing rooms, access to the grounds for photos, and use of the tent, tables, and chairs for a simple meal at the end of the ceremony. You will provide the food, dinnerware, and table décor.
All-inclusive options for 15–50 guests are also available, and feature amenities like professional photography, a wisteria-draped ceremony site with an officiant, full day-of coordination and planning, and florals.
Pricing ranges $8,500–16,000 depending on your vision! Inquire for details.
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $5,425–7,300/event
- Rental fee varies depending on:
- Day of week
- Guest count
Year
The rental fee includes:
- Forested ceremony area with rustic benches for 75 guests
- Dressing rooms for the wedding party
- Large reception area with a white event tent (with crystal chandeliers, globe lighting, leg drapes, and a dance floor)
- White tables & white resin-padded chairs for 75
- Fire pit area & space for lawn games
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Ample on-site parking
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Food & beverage tent, plus space for food service, prep, and/or
private BBQ equipment - ADA-accessible portable restrooms
- Access to the lawn and garden, with flowering plants and shrubs, ferns, a waterfall, and a dry riverbed
Micro-Wedding | $5,425 for up to 30 people
Weekdays only; includes use of the venue from 11am–8pm.Micro Plus Wedding | $5,975 for up to 50 people
Available Friday & Saturday; includes use of the venue from 11am–9pm.Full Wedding | $7,300 for up to 75 people
Available Friday & Saturday; includes use of the venue from 9am–11pm.
Capacity
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 0 | 75 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 0 | 75 |
| Reception | Seated | 0 | 75 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 0. | ||
Venue Details
Site Uses
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Outdoor Reception
- Elopement Packages
- Small Wedding
- All-Inclusive
- Rehearsal Dinner
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
Essential Info
Price
$ • $$
Catering
BYO
There is a large, covered area for a caterer to set up. There is no kitchen facility but power and water are provided.
Alcohol
BYO
Beer & wine only. Must be served by a licensed bartender, and a banquet permit from Washington State is required.
Amplified Music
Outdoors
Some restrictions
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
May–September, Monday–Saturday.
Venue Type
Buildings & other settings available:
- Garden
- Unique
- Patio / Deck / Terrace
Venue Views
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Forest / Woods
- Garden
- Landscaped Grounds
- Waterfall
Fern Acres
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