The Space
Moss Valley Venue in Franklin was known for years as Bloemsma Barn before coming under new management, and it still carries that barn heritage in its layout: an outdoor ceremony site set in rolling hills, with an indoor reception hall for the rest of the evening. The property sits in the scenic countryside near the Nantahala National Forest, so the mountain backdrop is part of the setting rather than an added feature.
The reception hall is the main indoor space, and the venue keeps a caterer’s prep area on site stocked with two refrigerators, food still needs to be prepared elsewhere and brought in, but the storage takes pressure off the catering timeline. Bride and groom each get a separate area to get ready, so the two sides of the wedding party are not sharing space before the ceremony.
Capacity & Layout
The reception hall seats up to 200 guests, which sets the ceiling for the guest list and the room layout: at that size, couples are working with a full dance floor and a real head table setup rather than a scaled-down intimate room. The outdoor ceremony space in the rolling hills is separate from that hall, so the day naturally moves from one setting to the other.
The venue itself furnishes the tables and chairs: 30 eight-foot rectangular tables, 18 round tables, 250 white plastic chairs and 200 metal chairs with wood seats. That is real rental budget saved, since most venues at this size require a couple to bring in tables and chairs separately, and having that inventory already on hand simplifies both the floor plan and the vendor list.
Amenities
Access runs four hours the day before the event, the entire day of the wedding itself, and cleanup time the next day until noon. That window gives a couple real breathing room to decorate ahead of time rather than compressing setup into the morning of, and the next-day cleanup means the venue does not need to be cleared out at midnight after the reception ends.
One detail matters specifically for music: the house sound system is for background music only, so any DJ working a wedding here needs to bring a full sound system rather than relying on what is installed. We plan for that as a matter of course when we book Moss Valley Venue, since it changes what equipment gets loaded in for the day.
Location & Getting There
The venue sits in the mountains near the Nantahala National Forest outside Franklin, in rolling hill country that puts the outdoor ceremony site against a real mountain landscape rather than a flat lawn or parking-lot backdrop. Parking on the property is described as easy, which matters at a rural venue where guests are often unfamiliar with the roads leading in and appreciate a straightforward arrival.
Because the reception hall is fully indoor and separate from the outdoor ceremony space, and because the house system only covers background music, the DJ setup carries the entire evening’s sound: an enclosed hall holds that sound well and keeps the dance floor energy contained, while the outdoor ceremony site in open hill country needs its own separate, portable setup for vows and processional music.
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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