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Some wedding venues provide a beautiful setting. Others become part of the family story.

For our family, Tanner Creek Farm is one of those places.

When my daughter Sophia began planning her wedding, she found Tanner Creek Farm and thought she had discovered the setting she wanted. I went along with her to see it for myself.

What I found was much more than a place to hold a reception.

I found a historic North Country farm that had been thoughtfully transformed into a wedding venue without losing the character of the land, the beauty of the property, or the feeling that this was still someone’s family farm.

And on Sophia’s wedding day, that combination of place, people, and hospitality made all the difference.

A Farm With a Story of Its Own

Tanner Creek Farm is a 35-acre historic farm in De Kalb Junction, New York, now home to weddings and receptions.

The property’s history reaches back to the 1880s, when its historic house and barn were built. The farm also sits near the former Stella Mines site, connecting the property to the broader history of the North Country.

Tom and Pamela Jasikoff purchased Tanner Creek Farm in 1991 and raised their five children there.

Over the years, the property became much more than a place to live.

Tom, a wildlife biologist, worked to develop the land while preserving and enhancing its natural character. Trails wind through areas of ponds and wetlands, and the property has continued to evolve into a place where the landscape itself is part of the experience.

Even after retiring in 2018, Tom continued working on the property and its transformation.

That history gives Tanner Creek something a newly constructed wedding venue simply cannot create overnight:

a sense of place.

The buildings have history.

The land has history.

The family has history.

And now, every wedding held there adds another story.

When the Setting Becomes Part of the Celebration

One of the first things that stands out at Tanner Creek Farm is how naturally the property lends itself to a wedding.

The renovated 19th-century dairy barn provides an elegant reception setting, while the surrounding property opens the celebration to the outdoors.

There are pastures, Tanner Creek, ponds, wetlands, trails, seasonal wildflowers, gardens, and a vineyard.

That means the scenery isn’t something couples have to manufacture with decorations.

It’s already there.

A ceremony can take place outdoors. Photographs can move throughout the property. Guests can step outside during the reception. The deck provides another gathering space overlooking the creek and pastures.

The result is a wedding that can feel connected to the land rather than confined to four walls.

For a North Country couple who loves the outdoors, that is a meaningful difference.

A Historic Barn With the Details Today’s Weddings Need

The centerpiece of Tanner Creek Farm is its renovated dairy barn and reception loft.

The historic character remains, but the space has been developed with modern celebrations in mind.

The venue includes a bar area, preparation kitchen, deck overlooking the creek and pastures, and a wood dance floor.

Practical amenities are also part of the experience, including tables, chairs, linens, professional sound equipment, parking, and accessible restroom facilities.

Those details may not be the first things a couple notices when touring a venue.

But they become extremely important when the wedding day arrives.

A beautiful venue has to function well, too.

At Tanner Creek, the goal isn’t simply to give a couple a pretty backdrop. The property is arranged so the celebration can actually work—from getting ready in the morning to dinner and dancing later in the evening.

The Bridal Suite: Where the Wedding Day Really Begins

For me, one of the most memorable parts of Sophia’s wedding was the bridal suite.

The lower-level space gave the bride and her bridal party somewhere comfortable to begin the day together.

There was room for clothing and personal belongings, a large mirror, countertops, seating, tables, and good lighting. There were even makeup lights that made getting ready easier.

We were able to set up breakfast in the room with muffins, yogurt, fruit, and juice.

That might sound like a small detail.

It wasn’t.

A wedding morning can disappear in a blur of appointments, hair, makeup, photographs, last-minute details, and nerves.

Having a comfortable place where everyone could gather, eat, talk, laugh, and prepare together helped make the morning part of the celebration.

And Tanner Creek’s bridal suite wasn’t just functional.

It became one of the places where our family’s memories of that day began.

A Ceremony Surrounded by the North Country

Sophia wanted an outdoor ceremony, and Tanner Creek gave her a setting that felt completely her own.

The ceremony aisle stretched through the property, with wildflowers along the way.

At the end stood a white arbor near the vineyard and a small pond, with white chairs arranged for the guests.

It was the kind of setting that doesn’t need to be overdone.

The flowers were already growing.

The water was already there.

The trees, fields, sky, and landscape provided the backdrop.

And when Sophia walked down that aisle, the setting felt like more than scenery.

It felt like part of the ceremony.

A Reception That Could Move With the Day

After the ceremony, the celebration continued inside and outside.

The reception loft offered room for dining and dancing, while the deck overlooking the pastures and Tanner Creek gave guests another place to gather.

We were able to use the outdoor area for the buffet, allowing people to move between the barn and the outdoors.

That flexibility is one of the things that makes a property like Tanner Creek so appealing.

A wedding isn’t one moment.

It is a whole day.

There is the quiet morning with the bridal party.

The ceremony.

Family photographs.

Cocktails and conversation.

Dinner.

Dancing.

Late-night laughter.

The best venues give each part of the day room to breathe.

Tanner Creek does that by making the entire property part of the experience.

And Then There Were the S’mores

Some of the most treasured wedding memories aren’t necessarily the things you planned months in advance.

Sometimes they’re the little things that happen because someone says, “Let’s do this.”

At Sophia’s wedding, there was a fire pit, and the younger members of the family were having fun with glow sticks.

Then Sophia decided she wanted s’mores.

There was only one problem.

We didn’t have roasting sticks.

That could have been the end of it.

Instead, Nick and Grace—who were helping us throughout the wedding—found a way to make it happen.

As the story goes, the attitude was essentially:

If Sophia wants s’mores, Sophia is going to have s’mores.

And she did.

Years later, I can remember that moment just as easily as I remember the formal parts of the wedding.

That’s one of the things I believe makes a venue special.

It’s not only what is included in the rental.

It’s what happens there.

The People Matter as Much as the Property

A gorgeous property can get a couple through the door.

People are what make them feel comfortable staying.

During Sophia’s wedding, Tom and Pamela weren’t on the property, but their son Nick and daughter-in-law Grace were there helping us.

And they were involved.

They helped with tables and chairs.

They helped with linens.

They paid attention to what needed to be done.

They helped keep things organized and picked up.

When something unexpected came up, they didn’t simply point us toward someone else.

They helped.

That matters tremendously on a wedding day.

Anyone who has planned a wedding knows that even the best plans can change once the day begins.

Someone needs something.

A table needs to move.

A guest needs assistance.

A detail was forgotten.

Something unexpected happens.

Having people who are willing to step in and help can turn a potential problem into a memory that makes you smile later.

And that spirit of hospitality is one of the things that stayed with me about Tanner Creek Farm.

A North Country Business Built Around Family

There is something fitting about a family farm becoming a place where other families gather for some of the biggest moments of their lives.

Tom and Pamela raised their children at Tanner Creek.

Their children grew up knowing the property.

Now the next generation is part of helping other families celebrate there.

That’s more than a business story.

It’s a family story.

And it is part of what gives Tanner Creek its personality.

The venue doesn’t feel disconnected from its history.

The farm’s past is still visible in the buildings, the land, the trails, and the landscape.

At the same time, the property has been adapted for the needs of today’s couples and their guests.

It is a rare combination:

historic without feeling stuck in the past, rural without sacrificing comfort, and beautiful without feeling manufactured.

Why Tanner Creek Farm Stands Out

There are many things couples can look for in a wedding venue.

But when you put all of Tanner Creek’s strengths together, a clearer picture emerges.

History

The property has roots reaching back to the 19th century, giving the wedding setting genuine North Country character.

Nature

The 35-acre property provides creek and pasture views, ponds, wetlands, wildflowers, trails, gardens, and a vineyard.

A Beautiful Reception Space

The renovated dairy barn combines historic character with a practical space for dining, dancing, and celebrating.

Room to Make the Day Your Own

With multiple ceremony possibilities, indoor and outdoor gathering areas, the bridal suite, reception loft, and deck, couples can create a wedding day that moves naturally from one part of the property to another.

Practical Amenities

Tables, chairs, linens, sound equipment, kitchen/preparation space, parking, and accessible restroom facilities help take some of the logistical pressure off the couple and their families.

Personal Hospitality

Perhaps most importantly, Tanner Creek has the kind of hands-on involvement that can make a difference when a wedding day doesn’t go exactly according to plan.

Those aren’t just features on a venue checklist.

Together, they create an experience.

A Place Where Your Story Can Become Part of the Property’s Story

This may be the most meaningful thing about Tanner Creek Farm.

Every couple arrives with a story of their own.

Some will remember the first time they walked through the barn.

Some will remember seeing the ceremony site for the first time.

Some will remember dancing under the barn lights.

Some will remember photographs taken beside the creek.

Some will remember a family member who traveled a long way to be there.

And some will remember something as simple as roasting a marshmallow around a fire.

The property has its own history.

But every wedding adds another chapter.

That is what makes a place like Tanner Creek special.

Planning a Wedding or Event at Tanner Creek Farm

Tanner Creek Farm is located at:

2589 County Route 17
De Kalb Junction, NY 13630

The farm’s current website provides information about its weddings and receptions, history, property, surrounding area, and gallery.

Because availability, packages, policies, and event details can change, couples should contact Tanner Creek Farm directly for the most current information when planning a wedding.

If you’re considering Tanner Creek, it is worth asking about:

• Available wedding dates
• Current guest capacity and seating arrangements
• Ceremony locations
• Bridal suite access
• Catering and kitchen policies
• Bar arrangements
• What tables, chairs, linens, and equipment are included
• Outdoor ceremony plans and weather alternatives
• Accessibility for guests with mobility concerns
• Setup and cleanup responsibilities
• Current venue policies and packages

Those questions can help you determine whether Tanner Creek is the right fit for your particular wedding.

A Wedding Venue That Became Part of Our Family Story

When I think about Sophia’s wedding, I don’t simply remember the address where it took place.

I remember the morning.

I remember the bridal suite.

I remember breakfast with the girls.

I remember walking through the wildflowers.

I remember the white arbor near the vineyard.

I remember the pond.

I remember family and friends gathering in the barn.

I remember the deck overlooking Tanner Creek.

I remember the glow sticks.

I remember the fire pit.

And I remember Nick and Grace making sure the bride got her s’mores.

Those details are what remain.

That’s why I believe the best wedding venues are more than buildings.

They are places where life happens.

Where families gather.

Where generations meet.

Where photographs are taken that will be looked at for decades.

Where ordinary details become extraordinary memories because of what was happening around them.

Tanner Creek Farm has a beautiful history of its own.

But perhaps the most beautiful thing about a place like this is that your family can add to that history.

For our family, Tanner Creek Farm will always be the place where Sophia got married.

And that means it will always be more than a wedding venue to us.

It will be part of our family story.

Featured Local Business

This article is part of the Candy Foote Club Featured Local Business series, highlighting the local businesses, farms, restaurants, shops, venues, and family-owned businesses that help make Northern New York such a special place to live, work, and raise a family.

Have you attended a wedding or event at Tanner Creek Farm? Have you visited the property or have a favorite memory from there? Share your Tanner Creek story in the comments.