The Space
Double C Ranch is a 12-acre property in Coats, North Carolina, featuring a barn that was originally an eight-stall horse barn and has been lovingly renovated into a wedding and event venue by owners Rocky and Jeanna. The barn retains its rustic character while being upgraded with modern amenities, creating a balance between authentic rural charm and guest comfort. The interior is defined by wagon-wheel chandeliers, farmhouse tables and chairs, and ruff-cut wooden walls, all maintained throughout events on sawdust floors that preserve the barn’s working character and aesthetic.
The space is a single large indoor barn with a dance floor and stage area, creating a natural focal point for entertaining and celebration. The barn’s open volume and wooden structure give it warmth and rusticity, and the farmhouse details feel intentional and authentic rather than overly decorated. The stage area serves as a natural platform for a band, DJ, or ceremony backdrop.
Capacity & Layout
The venue accommodates up to 200 guests according to its website, though Dunn Tourism lists a capacity of up to 900 in banquet style with a dance floor and stage. The 12 acres of surrounding grounds provide outdoor space for ceremonies, cocktail receptions, and photos before or after the indoor reception. The barn itself is the contained event space, with the outdoor grounds offering flexibility and break-out zones.
The barn’s stage area and dance floor are built-in, eliminating the need for renters to stage entertainment or create a dancing space from scratch. Getting ready rooms for the wedding party are available, allowing the bride, groom, and attendants to prepare on-site and transition smoothly into the event.
Amenities
The barn includes the stage and dance floor, wagon-wheel chandeliers for ambiance, farmhouse tables and chairs, and full-service heat and air conditioning. Getting ready rooms and full-service restrooms are on-site, and the grounds offer ample outdoor space. Couples will need to arrange catering, bar service, and additional rentals (linens, centerpieces, etc.), but the barn’s foundational elements (tables, chairs, stage, climate control) are included.
The sawdust floors, farmhouse tables, and wagon-wheel chandeliers mean the space requires minimal additional decoration to feel complete and intentional. The rustic setting allows natural materials and simple arrangements to shine.
Location & Getting There
Coats is a small town in Johnston County in eastern North Carolina, roughly 30 minutes southeast of Raleigh and about 2 hours east of Charlotte. The rural, country setting places the venue in flat farmland with wide open spaces. Dunn, a nearby larger town, serves as the local commercial hub. The drive from Raleigh is short and scenic, moving through farms and forests into a genuinely rural landscape.
The barn is a single, large enclosed space with high ceilings (typical of converted horse barns), wooden beams, hard-surface flooring (sawdust, which is slightly soft but still reflective), and the stage and dance floor as interior focal points. The barn’s volume and open structure will allow sound to carry throughout, with reflections off the wooden walls and ceiling creating natural resonance. A DJ booth set near the stage will project sound across the barn effectively. The outdoor grounds around the barn are open air, so ceremony sounds will disperse naturally without indoor reflections.
Why Couples Book Dow Oak Here
You only get one reception at this venue, so it should be run by a team that already knows how to make a room like it work:
- We have actually performed at this venue, so we plan for its sound, layout, and flow instead of guessing on your night
- One team for your DJ and MC, photo booth, and custom lighting, on a single plan and one contract
- Backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team
- An online planning portal plus a planning call before the day
- More than 3,000 five-star reviews on The Knot, WeddingWire, and Google
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and just $400 reserves your date
Wedding DJ FAQ
Have you performed at this venue before?
Yes. Every venue in our directory is one we have actually worked, so we already know how to set up, light, and run the room for a wedding, from ceremony sound to the last dance.
How much is a wedding DJ?
Your price depends on your date, your area, and add-ons like a photo booth, uplighting, or ceremony sound. Pick your date on our pricing page and you will see your exact price, and just $400 reserves your date.
Do you provide lighting and a photo booth too?
Yes. One team handles your DJ and MC, color-matched uplighting, and a modern photo booth on a single plan.
What happens if our DJ has an emergency?
We always have trained backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team, so someone can step in seamlessly.
How do we book you?
Check your date using the form on this page. We confirm availability, send your pricing, and a $400 retainer reserves your date.
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