Historic Barn Rentals

Update on the 2022-2023 season:

We regret that the barn and grounds will not be open for the 2022-2023 seasons.

A recent inspection of the structure of the building by an engineer has revealed some serious safety concerns that need to be addressed before we can reopen the upstairs event space.

Given such high current demand for the specialized and qualified professionals we will need for the job, we will not be able to rent the barn in 2022 and most likely will not be able to rent it the following season either.

We are truly sorry for any inconvenience and disappointment we expect this is likely to cause potential renters. Please know we too are upset and challenged by this news, and would not take this course of action if we saw any other safe way forward.

Darrows Barn at Round Top Farm

3 Round Top Lane, Damariscotta

Darrows Barn is a 1929 hay barn owned and operated by Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust. It has been converted to support community and musical events and is available to rent by the day or three day weekend. Known for its excellent acoustics and located less than 1.5 miles from the town center of Damariscotta, the barn is a perfect place to hold an event. The barn is surrounded by 15 acres of riverfront hayfields, with public hiking trails down to picnic tables by the river and to the Whaleback Shell Midden State Historic Site. The site is unique and accessible, the barn remarkable and the setting extraordinary.

Photo by Bill Ellis Photography

Rental of the barn supports Coastal Rivers’ conservation work and efforts to maintain Round Top Farm as a unique facility open to the community.

Round Top Farm is a unique facility open to the community. Darrows Barn is ideal for community gatherings, weddings, family parties, concerts and dances. The barn will hold 200 people in seated rows and approximately 130 seated at tables. Past renters have raved about the barn, from its “amazingly good acoustics” to its “ample space,” “lovely building, grounds,” “location,” and “charm.” From local school graduations and alumni reunions to fundraising talent shows and benefit concerts to wedding receptions and music festivals the barn works for most any occasion. Check the calendar (at the bottom of this page) indicating availability of the Barn (subject to confirmation by the office).

About the venue:

Amazing acoustics
Conveniently located less than 1.5 miles from Damariscotta town center
Stage
Dance floor
Surrounded by 15 acres of riverfront hayfields with public hiking trails

Venue Includes:

12 eight foot rectangular event tables
150 metal folding chairs
Handicapped access
Men’s, Women’s and Handicapped bathrooms
Graveled area for outside grills

What you need to know: The Darrows Barn is a do-it-yourself venue:

Carry-in/carry-out for all trash (dumpster on site)
Insurance required listing Coastal Rivers as additionally insured (view insurance requirements)
The Barn is a historic building and there is no cooking or open flames inside the building or on the deck
View a more detailed Round Top Farm-Property Use Policy summary.

Links:

Round Top Farm – Darrows Barn Facebook Page

Cancellation and payment policy:

No dates are considered booked until half of the use fee is submitted along with a completed Coastal Rivers Facility Use Agreement. If the event the reservation is cancelled less than 60 business days prior to event then 50% of the total use fee will be retained. Final payment plus security deposit ($500 payable by separate check or credit card) are due no later than 30 business days in advance of your event. The Certificate of Liability Insurance listing Coastal Rivers as additionally insured is also due 30 days before your event. If cancellation is made more than 60 days in advance, deposit will be returned minus $100 non-refundable fee.