The Cattle Barn glowing at dusk during a celebration

The venue

The Barn, the Arbor and the Ranch House — One Cle Elum Wedding Venue

Picture your celebration across the barn, arbor and Ranch House on our working cattle and horse ranch. On your tour, we’ll walk through your guest count, layout and weather plan together.

Photo: Memory Montage Photography

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Spaces at a glance

Venue spaces and published capacities
SpaceSetting / guest useFeatures
The barnUp to 199 guests inside the barnTimber reception space, dance floor, balcony and bar area; four restrooms beside the barn
Ceremony arborUp to 400 guests outdoors; plan a weather backupPermanent arbor and valley view
Ranch House main floorWedding party getting readyTwo bathrooms and small kitchen; not overnight lodging
Patios (2)Outdoor gathering beside the barnOutdoor seating, cocktail hour and dancing under the lights
Labeled aerial wedding-day guide showing The Cattle Barn, ceremony arbor, Ranch House, drop-off area, restrooms, barbecue, camping area, RV sites and parking
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Guests at round tables beneath the timber beams inside the barn

01 / The spaces

The Cattle Barn Interior

Gather beneath timber beams in our restored barn, with a barnwood dance floor, upper balcony and dedicated bar area. Up to 199 guests inside the barn. Four restrooms are beside the barn. We’ll help you plan how the spaces fit your group.

The barn stands on the Virden homestead, settled in 1878.

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White ceremony chairs and an arbor facing the wooded valley

02 / The spaces

The Ceremony Arbor

Say your vows at our permanent arbor overlooking the valley. Up to 400 guests outdoors.

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White ranch house with a wedding dress at its front door

03 / The spaces

The Ranch House

Get ready together on the included Ranch House main floor, with two bathrooms and a small kitchen area. The house is a getting-ready space rather than overnight accommodation.

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A celebration setup on the patio beside the barn

04 / The spaces

Two Patios Beside the Barn

Gather outside on our two patios beside the barn. Your chosen caterer can use the catering area. The photos show ideas from different celebrations, including some event-specific furnishings and rentals.

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05 / Stay nearby

Short Term Rental Lodging Facilities

Stay nearby on Swauk Prairie or in the Teanaway valley. Explore 22 independently operated Airbnb rentals within an approximate 10-mile straight-line radius of The Cattle Barn, with driving estimates and links to their hosts. Some driving routes are longer than 10 miles.

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Plan the spaces around your guest count

How many guests can the venue accommodate?

Up to 199 guests inside the barn and up to 400 outdoors. Planning more than 199 guests? See our tent guidance.

Is the Ranch House included for getting ready?

Yes. Your wedding party may get ready in the Ranch House on the main floor. There are two bathrooms and a small kitchen area. Come see the rooms on your tour. You’ll find the house-use details in Good to know on our Rates and FAQ pages.

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Is on-site parking included?

Yes. On-site parking is included. On your tour, we can look at guest drop-off, overflow parking and routes around the venue. Tell us about accessibility needs so you can plan transport around the spaces you’ll use.

Directions & parking →

What is the weather backup?

Up to 199 guests inside the barn and up to 400 outdoors. Plan a weather backup with room for everyone. Planning more than 199 guests? See our tent guidance.

Experiences at The Cattle Barn

What our guests say

Rated 4.6 stars from 89 Google reviews · Checked October 31, 2026

“The venue combines rustic charm with a picturesque countryside setting, offering views that are truly unique.”

— Dawnielle
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Patio access

The Cattle Barn patios are reserved for pedestrian traffic, dancing and catering operations. Vehicles are not permitted on the patios.

The renter must provide individuals to manage parking. Keep the drop-off area in front of the barn clear of parked vehicles for emergency access.

An experience at The Cattle Barn

“The views are unbeatable.”

Ali PWedding guest · 5 stars · 3 years ago
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