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Venue Spotlight: Epiphany Farms Estate


The road sign signaling the entrance to Epiphany Famrs Estate at Moraine View.

Imagine exchanging vows surrounded by gentle orchards, grazing livestock, and rolling vineyards? Looking for a place to hold your next corporate retreat away from the big city? Well, then Epiphany Farms Estates is the venue for you - where every detail tells a story rooted in nature and community.


Tucked away on approximately 70–75 acres of working farmland, Epiphany Farms Estate is more than just a venue—it’s a celebration of regenerative agriculture and seasonal abundance. Epiphany Hospitality group practices beyond-organic methods, nurturing heritage livestock, vegetables, and vineyards that directly feed their restaurants. Weddings here aren’t merely events—they're immersive experiences where guests connect with the land, enjoy fresh farm-to-table cuisine, and become part of something larger.


The large interior of the Event Barn with patio lights on the beams, farmhouse tables and wood cross back chairs.

What the Venue Offers

  • Ceremony & Reception Spaces: Choose from outdoor settings near the vineyard, alongside the woods or backyard of the guesthouse, or head inside to the charming event barn.

  • Packages That Feel Like Home:

    • Epiphany Experience includes use of the estate grounds, ceremony site with chairs, barn for reception, farm tables and chairs for up to 250 guests, rehearsal access, and essentials like parking.

    • Estate Experience adds exclusive use of the farmhouse all day—perfect for pre-ceremony preparations and storage.

  • Pricing Snapshot: Packages scale based on guest count—from around $2,000 for intimate gatherings to $6,500 for bigger weddings based on Here Comes The Guide. Catering is in-house and priced separately at approximately $35–95 per person


Our birch arbor facing the woods at Ephiphany Farm Estate in Downs, IL

Why Epiphany Farms Estate Stands Out

  1. One-of-a-Kind Ambience

    Rustic yet refined, the venue fuses agrarian charm with elegant simplicity—vineyard views, open sky, and a sense of place that’s hard to replicate.

  2. Farm-to-Table Philosophy

    Your guests aren’t just attending a wedding—they’re tasting the land, with meals sourced right from the farm that hosts the event.

  3. Cozy & Convenient

    Options like the farmhouse make full days feel relaxed and personal. The customizable packages allow couples to tailor flexibility and intimacy.

  4. Designed for All Seasons

    With both outdoor and barn spaces, the estate adapts beautifully to weather changes, accommodating up to 250 guests comfortably, indoors or out

The patio off of the Event Barn

Potential Drawbacks

As with any venue, it's good to go in knowing all aspects of the event experience. While Epiphany Farms Estate is a beautiful and serene property, there are a few things we must caution you on.

  1. NO HVAC in Event Barn

    To our knowledge, we did not see any indication that the venue was climate controlled. Keep this in mind for hot summer or cold winter events. The large barn doors can be opened to allow ventilation in - just be aware that the winds on that hill can be hard on those table decorations.

  2. In-House Catering Required

    You must use Epiphany Farms catering, which does come at an additional cost beyond the venue rental fee. Bar staff might also be an additional 'hidden' cost to inquire about.

  3. Transporation at the end of the evening

    While the country setting is ideal for many, when it comes to transporting a large group of people (who may have had too much to drink), back to their hotel or home for the night - safety and distance becomes a concern. There are no Ubers or Lyfts that make their way to rural Downs. As the hosts, you may want to consider hiring a transportation company to help get your potentially inebriated guests to their beds safely.


Despite the few drawbacks, we feel Epiphany Farms Estate is a beautiful venue to consider hosting your next event at. If your heart is calling for an event that’s heartfelt, locally grounded, and timelessly chic—Epiphany Farms Estate might just be the beginning of your story’s next chapter. And, be sure to visit their self-serve farm store while there!



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