Huber’s Winery Wedding | What Couples Need to Know
There are some venues that become familiar over the years, and then there are venues that feel like a second home. Huber’s Orchard & Winery falls into that second category for me.
I’m Lauren, the photographer behind Photography & Design by Lauren. As a Southern Indiana and Louisville wedding photographer, I’ve spent more than 10 years photographing weddings at Huber’s and have documented more than 30 celebrations throughout the property.
From receptions and outdoor patio ceremonies to vineyard portraits and sunset photos along the orchard roads, I’ve had the opportunity to experience nearly every corner of the venue. Over the years, I’ve learned how the property flows, where the best light can be found, and what makes a Huber’s winery wedding such a memorable experience for couples and their guests.
I’m also honored to be included on Huber’s preferred vendor list, which has allowed me to work closely with their incredible team and help couples make the most of everything this Southern Indiana wedding venue has to offer.
If you’re considering a Huber’s winery wedding, here’s what I think couples should know before booking.
At a Glance
Location: 19816 Huber Road, Borden, IN 47106
Venue Style: Winery, Orchard & Event Venue
Ceremony Options: Outdoor Patio Ceremony Space
Reception Spaces: Heritage Room, Harvest Pavilion
Guest Count: 75-1,000 depending on event space
Best For: Classic, traditional, garden-inspired, winery, and rustic-elegant weddings
Why Couples Love Weddings at Huber’s Orchard & Winery
For many couples, Huber’s is more than just a wedding venue.
- If you grew up in Southern Indiana or Louisville, chances are you’ve visited Huber’s at some point in your life. Maybe you picked apples there as a kid. Maybe your family visited for seasonal events, school field trips, or a weekend afternoon at the winery.
- There’s a familiarity to the property that makes people feel connected to it before they ever start wedding planning.
- Couples often describe Huber’s as classic, welcoming, and timeless. It has the charm of a winery, the beauty of a working farm, and enough variety to feel unique no matter how many times you’ve visited.
- For many people, choosing Huber’s feels like returning to a place filled with good memories and creating new ones with the people they love most.
Wedding Day Prep at Huber’s Winery
One of the things that makes a Huber’s winery wedding so convenient is that couples can keep almost the entire day in one location.
- Huber’s offers a bridal house where couples can get ready before the ceremony. Having a dedicated space on-site means less driving, fewer moving parts, and a more relaxed start to the day.
- From a photography perspective, it also makes the timeline easier. There is no need to build in travel time between getting ready and the ceremony, which allows for more flexibility throughout the day. Whether that’s extra time with family, a first look, or simply not feeling rushed, those extra minutes can make a big difference.
- Because everything is close together, the transition from getting ready to portraits, the ceremony, and the reception feels seamless. Couples can spend less time coordinating logistics and more time enjoying their wedding day.
Ceremony and Reception Options
Outdoor Patio Ceremony Space
One of the most popular ceremony locations at Huber’s is the outdoor patio space overlooking the property.
I photograph a lot of weddings here because it offers beautiful views while still keeping guests close to the reception space. Once the ceremony is over, guests can easily move into cocktail hour and the reception without a long walk or transportation between locations.
The patio also photographs beautifully throughout the day. The open views and surrounding greenery create a natural backdrop that works well with a variety of wedding styles, from classic and traditional celebrations to garden-inspired weddings.
The Heritage Room
Plantation Hall is the reception space I photograph most often at Huber’s, and one of the reasons couples love it is the abundance of natural light.
- The room features floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides, allowing guests to enjoy views of the patio, winery, and surrounding property throughout the evening. Even if you’re inside, you still feel connected to everything happening outdoors.
- One of my favorite parts of photographing weddings in Plantation Hall happens at sunset. As the sun drops lower in the sky, the room begins to glow with warm light streaming through the windows. It’s especially beautiful when the timing lines up with the couple’s first dance. The combination of the sunset light, the views outside, and the emotion of the moment creates some of my favorite reception photographs of the entire day.
Capacity: Up to 230 guests
Best For: Couples who want a bright reception space with beautiful views and easy access to the outdoor patio.
The Harvest Room
The Harvest Room is Huber’s largest event space and offers flexibility for very large events.
With a capacity of up to 1,000 guests, it’s one of the largest event spaces in Southern Indiana and can accommodate everything from large wedding receptions to community events and corporate gatherings.
Capacity: Up to 1,000 guests
Best For: Large weddings, cultural celebrations, and events with extensive guest counts.
A Wedding Photographer’s Favorite Places for Portraits
One of the reasons I never get tired of photographing at Huber’s is the variety of portrait locations available throughout the property.
The vineyard is always a favorite. The rows of vines create beautiful leading lines and look especially stunning during golden hour.
The Vineyard
The vineyard is one of my favorite locations for couples portraits.
The rows of vines create beautiful depth in photos and look especially stunning as the sun starts to set. It has a classic winery feel that many couples are drawn to when they first book Huber’s.
The gravel road beside the vineyard is another location I return to often. It has a simple, timeless feel and photographs beautifully as the sun starts to set.
The Orchard
The orchard gives couples another completely different look without ever leaving the property.
In the spring, the trees bring fresh greenery and blossoms. In the fall, the orchard becomes one of the most recognizable parts of Huber’s and ties into the nostalgic experience so many couples have growing up visiting the farm.
The Distillery & Still House
One of the more unique portrait opportunities at Huber’s Orchard & Winery is access to the distillery and still house. While not every couple chooses to incorporate this area into their wedding day, it offers a completely different look from the vineyard, orchard, and event spaces.
The historic equipment, industrial textures, and warm tones create portraits that feel distinctly Kentucky while still fitting seamlessly into a wedding gallery. It adds variety without requiring couples to leave the property and can be a great option for anyone looking for something a little different from traditional outdoor portraits.
The Best Time of Day for Photos at Huber’s
After photographing weddings at Huber’s for more than 10 years, one thing I’ve learned is that the property truly shines in the hour before sunset.
The vineyard takes on a warm glow, the orchard softens, and the rolling landscape feels even more picturesque. Whenever possible, I encourage couples to step away from their reception for 15 to 20 minutes during golden hour. Those few minutes often produce some of the most memorable images of the entire day.
One of my favorite locations is the dirt road beside the vineyard. It has a timeless feel and works beautifully whether you’re planning a spring wedding surrounded by fresh greenery or a fall wedding with rich seasonal color.
Spring and fall are my favorite seasons to photograph at Huber’s, but every season offers something different. The flowering trees in the spring and the changing colors in the fall create especially beautiful backdrops for portraits.
Beautiful in Every Season
Huber’s is one of those rare venues that photographs well throughout most of the year.
Spring brings flowering trees, fresh greenery, and some of my favorite portrait opportunities.
Fall is equally beautiful with changing leaves, vineyard color, and comfortable temperatures that make outdoor ceremonies especially enjoyable.
No matter when you get married, the property offers beautiful scenery and plenty of opportunities for portraits.
Why I Continue to Recommend Huber’s
After photographing weddings there for more than a decade, I still get excited when a Huber’s inquiry lands in my inbox.
The venue is beautiful. The staff is wonderful. The food is consistently great. Most importantly, it creates an experience that feels easy for couples and their guests.
It’s one of those places where people come together, celebrate, and make memories. That’s exactly what a wedding venue should do.
The Huber’s Staff Makes a Difference
A beautiful venue matters, but a great team matters just as much.
One of the reasons I enjoy photographing at Huber’s so much is because the staff genuinely knows what they’re doing. Weddings run smoothly, timelines stay on track, and couples are well taken care of throughout the day.
When a venue team has experience, everyone benefits. Couples feel less stressed, guests have a better experience, and vendors can focus on doing their jobs well.
Huber’s consistently delivers that experience.
Honored to be a Preferred Vendor at Huber’s Orchard & Winery
Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to photograph many weddings at Huber’s, but one connection makes the venue especially meaningful.
Allie, the owner’s daughter and longtime wedding coordinator, trusted me to photograph her own wedding. Having that kind of trust from someone who knows the venue inside and out means a lot to me.
It’s one more reason Huber’s will always be a place I’m grateful to work.
“Amazing Photographer Personally & Professionally”
I happened to meet Lauren through my field of work, as a wedding coordinator at Huber’s Orchard & Winery in Starlight, IN. After working alongside her professionally and seeing her finished product of brides I had personally worked with also, I knew she had a knack for catching all the best shots. We hired Lauren to do our wedding and reception photography and could not have been happier with the outcome! I am so glad that I can continue my relationship with Lauren through our shared interests. Thank you Lauren!!!
-Allie Huber
Explore My Real Weddings at Huber’s Orchard & Winery
Every wedding at Huber’s looks a little different, which is one of the reasons I enjoy photographing there so often. If you’re looking for inspiration, here are a few real weddings that showcase different spaces and experiences throughout the property.
Plantation Hall Wedding
Heritage Room Wedding
Outdoor Patio Ceremony
Still House Portraits
Sunset Portraits at Huber’s
Huber’s Winery Wedding Photographer Reviews
Lauren is AMAZING!!! She was one of my favorite vendors to work with during the whole wedding process. For starters, she is very responsive. When I sent her emails and texts, she always responded in a timely manner, never left me hanging. Planning a wedding is stressful and when you have questions, you want answers. Lauren was always there to help. She is also very organized and detail-oriented. She takes the time to learn about what your vision is for your wedding and how she can best capture it. She had me fill out questionnaires, which I found super helpful. All the little details are important and she makes sure to know them all so she can capture them. The questionnaires helped me stay organized and gave me ideas on what I wanted for my wedding. Lauren and her assistant were very professional and polite. And the photos turned out beautiful. I’m picking out which ones I want for our photobooks and it’s so difficult choosing, because there are so many great ones. Our families and friends also thought the photos turned out amazing. The package we chose was for 8 hours and we received 800 color photos and 800 black & white photos. I cannot recommend Lauren enough! Look no further for another photographer, she is THE BEST!!
-Lucy
We couldn’t have asked for a better engagement and wedding photographer than Lauren. From the very beginning, she made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera, and the result was photos that looked natural and truly like us. Nothing felt forced or overly posed — just genuine moments beautifully captured.
Lauren guided us in a way that felt effortless and fun. She struck the perfect balance between giving direction and letting us be ourselves, which really shows in the final images.
We will treasure our engagement and wedding photos forever. We’re so grateful to Lauren for capturing this season of our lives so perfectly. Highly, highly recommend!
-Maureen
Stop your looking – Lauren is the photographer you want to go capturing your special moments! All along the way – from our first conversation, to discussing a small engagement session, and to my (now) husband’s and my big day, Lauren not only proved to have the photography skills, but also to be someone who is patient, flexible and listens to what you want. (Ask me about her trying to help wrangle our two dogs and our cat in our engagement session to partake in the photos.) She also goes out of her way for her clients – like the time she tried to help me find a makeup artist for the engagement session when my makeup artist bailed last minute. And the photos? Stunning. I am so excited to print every last one to post around our home and share with loved ones.
-Sarah
Huber’s Orchard & Winery Wedding Venue Information
Address
19816 Huber Road
Starlight, IN 47106
Phone
(812) 923-9813
Website
https://plantationhall.com
Wedding Spaces & Capacity
- Heritage Room – Up to 230 guests
- Harvest Pavilion – Up to 1,000 guests
- Outdoor Patio Ceremony Space – Available for ceremonies overlooking the property
What’s Available
- On-site ceremony and reception options
- Bridal house for getting ready
- Tables and chairs
- On-site event staff
- Ample parking
- Access to the winery property for portraits
- Indoor and outdoor event spaces
Catering Options
- In-house catering through Huber’s Orchard & Winery
- Full bar and beverage service options
- Winery and distillery offerings available
Best For
- Winery weddings
- Garden-inspired weddings
- Traditional weddings
- Classic wedding styles
- Couples looking for an all-in-one venue experience
Photographer’s Tip
- Plan 15-20 minutes for sunset portraits. The vineyard, orchard, and gravel road beside the vineyard are some of the most beautiful portrait locations on the property, especially during golden hour.
Meet Your Huber’s Orchard & Winery Wedding Photographer
I’m Lauren, the photographer behind Photography & Design by Lauren.
Huber’s is one of the venues I’ve photographed most throughout my career. After more than a decade of weddings there, I’ve come to appreciate not only how beautiful the property is, but how easy it makes the wedding day feel for couples and their guests.
From the vineyard and orchard to Plantation Hall and the outdoor ceremony space, I’ve photographed in nearly every corner of the property and would love to help you make the most of your day there.
Ready to start planning? I’d love to hear from you.
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Hi, I’m Lauren! I’m a Louisville area photographer with more than 15 years of experience and over 300 weddings photographed. Weddings and engagements are my primary focus, but I also photograph seniors, maternity sessions, newborns, and branding.
When I’m not photographing, I’m usually in my garden, reading, hanging out with my two cats, or planning my next trip.
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