Wedding Venue Fort Meade, Lakeside Barn Events
Make memories that will last forever at our rustic, climate-controlled barn overlooking the lake on McCoy Road. We combine working-ranch character with modern comfort for ceremonies, receptions and special events.
Why Choose Starling Ranch Barn On The Lake
Lakeside setting on McCoy Road
Our barn sits on 8757 McCoy Rd with direct lake views and live oak shade, giving couples a natural, private backdrop minutes from Fort Meade.
Climate-controlled comfort
We offer both air conditioning and heating so your event stays comfortable regardless of Florida weather.
Two-day access for weddings
We provide rehearsal and setup access the day before most weddings, reducing stress and giving vendors time to prepare.
Included rentals to simplify planning
Tables, chairs and linens are part of our standard packages, so you do not need to source basic rentals separately.
Experienced coordination support
Our team offers event and wedding coordination to help bring your vision to life and keep timelines on track.
Highly rated and locally trusted
Established in 2022, Starling Ranch Barn On The Lake holds a 5-star average from 33 reviews, praised for its design, comfort and clean facilities.
Amenities & Features
About Starling Ranch Barn On The Lake
Starling Ranch Barn On The Lake is a wedding venue Fort Meade couples choose for rustic lakeside ceremonies and receptions. Located at 8757 McCoy Rd, the barn blends working-ranch character with modern comforts, shaded by live oak canopies and overlooking a calm lake that creates memorable photography opportunities.
Opened in 2022, we serve Fort Meade, Bartow, Lake Wales, Mulberry, Winter Haven, Avon Park, Sebring, Wauchula, Lakeland and all of Central Florida with venue rental, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, reunions and corporate events. Our climate-controlled barn, large dressing room, clean restrooms and included tables, chairs and linens are designed to make planning easier. With two-day wedding access and optional event coordination, our team helps every client create a seamless, personal celebration.
Serving the community since 2022
What Our Customers Say
5 stars on Google from 32 reviews.
“From the time we got engaged , I knew almost instantly where I wanted our wedding to be! Mrs. Diane quickly got us in to tour the property & with no hesitation, we booked with Starling Ranch Barn on the Lake! The property is absolutely beautiful with the ceremony site overlooking the lake which we just so happen to live on along with a very large beautiful rustic barn able to accommodate large weddings. The bridal suite is gorgeous and held myself plus 10 of my girls/moms along with 2 makeup artist & 2 hair stylists! We were able to host our rehearsal dinner here as well and had 2 days to be able to set up and get ready for our big day! Mrs Diane and Mr Johnny worked so hard to make sure everything was landscaped and in top shape for our big day. They even built a pergola with hanging lights to accommodate our cocktail hour! All of our family & friends have raved about how beautiful our wedding was at Starling Ranch Barn on the lake! Thank you so much for making our wedding day so special! We love you so much! 🩷 Trent & Lindsay Spears”
“We had my daughter’s wedding at Starling Ranch Barn on March 29, 2025. It is a beautiful venue, and the owner Mrs. Diane is amazing! She worked so well with us to make sure every detail of the day went perfectly! She is amazing to work with, very kind, and really makes you feel at home! I can’t say enough good things about her! This is definitely an awesome place to have a big event! I highly recommend them! They are amazing!”
“We had a college graduation party for my son at the Barn on May 24, 2025. We were really surprised at how nice the venue really was. It’s one thing to see it online, but it’s even better in person. The owners were so exceptionally nice and were there to help us in any capacity. She even tried to help us set up. Mrs Starling is a jewel!! She was a real blessing. I recommend this venue to anyone and everyone. It’s spacious, clean, and the bathrooms were nice. I’ll definitely be coming back again for my next event. Thank you so much Mr and Mrs Starling, you guys were great!!”
Areas We Serve
Starling Ranch Barn On The Lake proudly serves these communities and surrounding areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book a Tour of Our Fort Meade Lakeside Barn
Call (863) 287-5703 or email starlingcowgirl@hotmail.com to schedule a private visit, check available dates, or ask about wedding packages.