Whispering Palms Barn
All-inclusive venue
The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $5,000 for off-peak dates, and $6,000 for peak dates
Packages
Prices start at $2,500
Guest capacity
Up to 200 seated guests
$500 off 2026 Dates!
🎉 Big news! Whispering Palms Barn is now booking 2026–2028 weddings! ✨ Pick Blank Canvas, Signature Celebration (decor + beer burro), or All-Inclusive Grand Experience. $500 off 2026 dates!
About this venue
Nestled on 10 scenic acres of Florida countryside, Whispering Palms Barn is a charming, family-owned wedding venue where natural beauty meets modern comfort. With a heart-shaped pond, open skies, and miniature burros guaranteed to make you smile, our venue offers a truly unique and joyful setting for your celebration. Our spacious venue features over 5,000 square feet under air, providing a comfortable indoor space for dining and dancing, plus a large covered porch perfect for cocktail hour. We accommodate up to 200 guests, making us an ideal choice for both intimate gatherings and grand celebrations. Couples enjoy access to private bride and groom suites, modern restrooms, and a convenient catering prep kitchen. Our beautifully landscaped garden ceremony site includes a picturesque arch. Whether you're dreaming of rustic elegance, country charm, or a modern twist on a barn wedding, Whispering Palms Barn offers the perfect backdrop for your unforgettable day.
Our event spaces
Main Barn Area
The most memorable event space you can imagine for you and your guests!
Over 5,000 SF of air-conditioned space with soaring 26-foot vaulted ceilings, our main barn offers a magical, refined setting. Stunning wagon-wheel chandeliers cast a warm glow, creating an atmosphere that is both elegant and unforgettable.
Guest capacity
2-200 Seated
2-200 Standing
Square footage
5,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
- dimmable wagon wheel chandeliers - ceiling fans - fully air conditioned - tables and chairs to seat 200 guests
Main Barn Area
The most memorable event space you can imagine for you and your guests!
Over 5,000 SF of air-conditioned space with soaring 26-foot vaulted ceilings, our main barn offers a magical, refined setting. Stunning wagon-wheel chandeliers cast a warm glow, creating an atmosphere that is both elegant and unforgettable.
Guest capacity
2-200 Seated
2-200 Standing
Square footage
5,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
- dimmable wagon wheel chandeliers - ceiling fans - fully air conditioned - tables and chairs to seat 200 guests
Whispering Palms Barn packages
Signature Celebration
2-200 guests
Peak pricing $7,000-10,000
Off-peak pricing $6,000-9,000
2026: Peak Fri/Sun $7,000 | Sat $8,000 • Off-Peak Fri/Sun $6,000 | Sat $6,500 2027: Peak Fri/Sun $7,500 | Sat $8,500 • Off-Peak Fri/Sun $6,500 | Sat $7,000 2028: Peak Fri/Sun $9,000 | Sat $10,000 • Off-Peak Fri/Sun $9,000 | Sat $10,000 This is our signature Venue + Decor + Beer Burro Package! See our website for all details.
- Includes chairs, tables, suites & barn access
Blank Canvas — Venue Only
2-200 guests
Peak pricing $6,000-8,000
Off-peak pricing $5,000-7,000
2026: Peak Fri/Sun $6,000 | Sat $7,000 • Off-Peak Fri/Sun $5,000 | Sat $6,000 This is our signature blank canvas option, for our lovely DIY couples! See all details and inclusions on our website. 2027: Peak Fri/Sun $6,500 | Sat $7,500 • Off-Peak Fri/Sun $5,500 | Sat $6,500 2028: Peak Fri/Sun $7,000 | Sat $8,000 • Off-Peak Fri/Sun $6,000 | Sat $7,000
- Includes chairs, tables, suites & barn access
Grand Experience — All-Inclusive
75 guests
Peak pricing $23,000-25,000
Off-peak pricing $21,000-23,000
2026: Peak $23,000 • Off-Peak $21,000 2027: Peak $24,000 • Off-Peak $22,000 2028: Peak $25,000 • Off-Peak $23,000 Our All-Inclusive Package has everything you need for a seamless celebration at Whispering Palms Barn. Designed for up to 75 guests, it includes exclusive venue use, catering, bar service, entertainment with DJ and photobooth, wedding planner, photography, officiant, décor, security, parking, and full setup/teardown. Additional guests can be added per-person. Stress-free planning!
- Venue, Food, Bar, Music, DĂ©cor, Photos and more!
Microwedding Package
2-50 guests
Peak pricing $6,000-7,000
Off-peak pricing $5,000-6,000
Designed for celebrations with 50 guests or less, our Micro-Wedding Package is available on select weekend dates. Includes 8 hours of barn access, bamboo chairs, round tables, a farmhouse head table, buffet tables, and cake table. Enjoy our ceremony site, covered porch, and climate-controlled indoor space.
- Includes chairs, tables, suites & barn access
Available services that can be provided by Whispering Palms Barn
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- Pet friendly
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wifi
Rentals
- Glassware
- Linens
- Standard Chairs
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
8 reviews
- HM
Hope M.
Stunning Venue!
Our wedding at Whispering Palms Barn was nothing short of magical. The venue itself is incredibly beautiful, with every detail from the natural surroundings to the charming rustic touches creating the perfect atmosphere for our special day. It truly felt like a dream setting. What made the experience even more exceptional was the owners. They went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly, providing a seamless and stress free experience from start to finish. Their care, organization, and genuine passion for what they do made all the difference. We honestly could not have imagined our wedding anywhere else. If you are considering this venue, do not miss the opportunity to have Hank the donkey make an appearance. He was such a fun and memorable addition and absolutely worth it. We are so grateful for the unforgettable experience and would highly recommend Whispering Palms Barn to anyone looking for a truly special wedding venue.
Nicole Pena•Mar 20, 2026Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re truly honored you chose Whispering Palms Barn to celebrate your special day. It means the world to us that everything felt seamless and magical for you. And we love that Hank made your day even more memorable—he’s definitely a guest favorite! Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness 💛
- JG
Jared G.
Whispering Palms is the perfect event venue!!
Whispering Palms Barn is an outstanding wedding venue that I highly recommend. Their communication with their preferred vendors is punctual, honest, and professional. The quality of their work and the value they provide to their clients is plentiful, embracing, and all-inclusive. Nicole, the venue coordinator, made sure that all vendors were highlighted and received attention from the wedding clients. The brand new barn facility is absolutely beautiful, and the heart-shaped lake and beer burros are two very unique elements that make every couple's experience feel special.
Nicole Pena•Mar 9, 2026Thank you so much for the thoughtful review and recommendation! We truly appreciate your kind words and love working with vendors who help make each wedding day so special for our couples. It was a pleasure having you as part of the team, and we hope to work together again soon—cheers to many more beautiful celebrations at the barn!
- R
Rey
Gorgeous hidden gem in Punta Gorda
We had the best experience working with Nicole, Chris, and the entire team. From start to finish, you can truly feel how much they care about making your wedding everything you imagined. Honestly, 5 stars doesn’t even feel like enough for the level of attention and dedication they bring. If you're looking for a venue that really goes above and beyond, definitely check them out — you’ll be so glad you did.
Nicole Pena•Mar 9, 2026Thank you so much for the kind words! It was a pleasure working with you and having you as part of such a special day. We truly appreciate the support—cheers to many more weddings together in the future!
- CK
Chris K.
Where Rustic meets Class
Whispering Palms Barn was the perfect venue for our wedding. From the very first interaction, their communication was simply the best - they were always responsive, clear, and went above and beyond to ensure we felt supported throughout the entire process. On the day of, they made the transition from getting ready to the reception exit completely seamless for my wife and I. The venue itself provided ample space to comfortably accommodate all of our guests, and the staff worked tirelessly to make sure everything ran smoothly. We could not have asked for a better experience, and are so grateful to the team at Whispering Palms Barn for helping to make our special day truly unforgettable.
Nicole Pena•Mar 9, 2026Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing Whispering Palms Barn! We’re so glad to hear that you felt supported throughout the process and that everything flowed smoothly. It was truly an honor to host you and your guests. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness!
- S
Sean
Corporate Event
What a beautiful venue! The owners, Nicole and Chris, were lovely to work with and went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. Our event was a success in no small part thanks to the gorgeous venue and support from Nicole. Thank you for everything!
Nicole Pena•Jan 21, 2026Thank you so much for your kind words! It truly means the world to us to hear that you had such a wonderful experience. We loved being part of your day, and we’re so glad the venue and support helped make your event a success. It was a pleasure working with you, and we’re incredibly grateful you chose our venue. Wishing you all the very best, and thank you again for trusting us with such an important event 🤍
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