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If you’re seeking ambiance for your wedding, then look no further than The Old Barn On Ann Street, an enchanting venue in historic Shelburne, Nova Scotia. With the peaceful Shelburne Harbour within view, there are several scenic places that can be used for impactful photographs. The venue was originally constructed in the 1700s and used as a sail loft until it was used to house cattle at the turn of the 20th century. The history of Shelburne is literally written all over the walls of the barn! When people first walk into the barn, it always creates chatter, but when they walk upstairs to the loft, there are always audible gasps of, “What a perfect place for a wedding!” We agree.

Due to the rustic nature of the barn, this is a May to October venue. It is not wheelchair accessible.

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Frequently asked questions

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Historic
Loft

Describe the style of your venue:

Rustic
Vintage
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal shower
Engagement party
Rehearsal dinner

What event services do you offer?

Clean up
Liability insurance

What event items are available?

Dance floor
Tents

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Clean up

Reviews for The Old Barn On Ann Street

Natasha
Natasha Sent on 09/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Wedding

We ended up having to use the barn as a last minute resort because of the weather. Janet was so responsive and so eager to help us have the perfect day. The barn was the perfect setting for our wedding of 53 people. It was lovely speaking with Janet during setup to learn the history of the place. Our guests continuously told us how perfect of a spot it was for our wedding. It made the perfect backdrop for photos. We genuinely could not have asked for better.
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Nadine Sent on 18/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

My Pinterst Perfect Reception


Honestly, I can't say enough! Flexible, accessible, always quick, great responses.
Janet had my expectations for my special evening at heart. Helpers had brought in a speaker for the evening, Janet was immediately concerned about that speaker being incorporated into my event, becuase she knew exactly my expectations, this made my heart so warm because she knew enough about the vibe-environment-and-expectations without me even realizing how much attention she had paid! that alone was so refreshing!

My concerns that I had with using her space, was my guests leaving the barn being on the house yard(rental neighbour's), I was so worried about disrupting them, but after Janet reasured me that was not a concern to have I was immediately reilived. I loved being able to use the classroom as over flow storage. Clean up was quick, easy, and painless. Getting in and out in regard to locking up and meeting up was a breeze. Absolutely ZERO complaints on my end it was everything I planned and hoped for. So honored!!! Will remember this forever and ever!!

I would also like to add that although only my reception was held at this venue due to planned ocean front ceremony, I had full plans and expectations to move my ceremony in the barn! Rain or shine the day would have been perfect, the space is just to good not to be satisfied. Also this was a very private reception so no pictures were taken while event was happening which was another great feature, you are tucked away but also in the most ideal location for assecibliity to town-ocean-central all the good things.
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15 Ann Street B0T 1W0 Shelburne (Nova Scotia)

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