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Evelyn Valley Ranch

Event venue · Sedalia, MO · reviewed since 2020

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%75+47.6Reliability 28%75+21.2Replies to reviews 8%16+1.3Experts Score= 70Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.70SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#36 of 49 event venuesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 27%
4.7 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · 24 photos
80%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
14%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Evelyn Valley Ranch at a glance

Customers describe Evelyn Valley Ranch as a rural, beautiful facility suitable for weddings and vow renewals, noting ample parking and a recently remodeled bridal suite. Reviewers highlight the owner's approachability, responsive communication, and transparent pricing without hidden fees. However, two low-star reviews cite a critical issue where the venue was double-booked, forcing a cancellation shortly before the event date despite a paid deposit.

  • Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 35 reviews (80% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 35 Google reviews (22 with written comments, 6 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 14% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 22, 2026.
  • Service: Event Venue serving Sedalia, Missouri.

Data from Google, last updated October 31, 2026.

Score profile vs other event venues

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction75Reliability75Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews16Satisfaction: 75 (median 76)Reliability: 75 (median 90)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 16 (median 34)
Evelyn Valley RanchEvent Venues median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Evelyn Valley Ranch: 75/100 on this factor. Category median: 76.B
75
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Evelyn Valley Ranch: 75/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.B
75
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 88.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Evelyn Valley Ranch: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Evelyn Valley Ranch: 16/100 on this factor. Category median: 34.F
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Star ratings

35 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars2880%
  • 4 stars514%
  • 3 stars13%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star13%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 22 written reviews

  • Praise2195%
  • Complaints15%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude1045%
  • Price & value418%
  • Would recommend418%
  • Communication29%
  • Quality & results15%
  • Honesty & trust15%

What customers talk about

We read 22 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “She is so sweet, approachable, and easy to communicate with, which makes a big difference when planning a wedding.”
  • “…ive, and Evelyn Valley Ranch offers a beautiful space at a much more reasonable cost than many other locations we considered.…”
  • “…great value and an owner who makes the planning process enjoyable, I highly recommend Evelyn Valley Ranch!…”
  • “No hidden fees in pricing and good communication.”
  • “We rented this venue for all day Friday and Saturday for our wedding, and we had such a great experience from beginning to end!”
  • “…ding day 😂 and with that many people going in and out all day, I was honestly worried about how hot it would get inside.…”

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

Jadeyn1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

We had our wedding here in July. The barn is absolutely beautiful and the owner was so very pleasant to work with. Highly recommend this beautiful venue!

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Jennifer2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

We absolutely loved Evelyn valley ranch! So beautiful inside and out. I will be referring her to anyone in need of a venue. Very sweet people and also helpful with all of my questions. No hidden fees in pricing and good communication. Thank you so much for having us we truly enjoyed your beautiful place!!

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Hannah1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

We absolutely loved using Evelyn Valley Ranch as our wedding venue!! Our wedding was absolutely beautiful! The owner, Sarah, is the sweetest person and is great to work with! The bridal suite was recently remodeled before our wedding which is now gorgeous! They added more seating and mirrors for hair and makeup, a…

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Nataley2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful place to celebrate one of the biggest days of our lives. 🤍 A huge thank you to the venue for giving us the perfect space for our wedding day. From the moment we arrived, everything felt so welcoming and well taken care of. The setting was absolutely beautiful, and it…

Heidi3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★

We had placed our deposit for my daughter’s Wedding for June 8, 2024, back in November 2023. We thought everything was good to go, however on April 2, just 2 months before Wedding date, they called to say they had double booked and we would no longer have a venue. Everything including invitations had been ordered…

JesseLocal Guide · 47 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★★★

My son and daughter in law did their 10 year vow renewal. The building was awesome and it was in a great setting.

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Customer reviews

4.7 ★★★★★ 35 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Jadeyn Johnson1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Jadeyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We had our wedding here in July. The barn is absolutely beautiful and the owner was so very pleasant to work with. Highly recommend this beautiful venue!

Chandra Sorto5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chandra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We are so happy we chose Evelyn Valley Ranch for our wedding! The venue was absolutely beautiful and provided the perfect setting for such a special day. It was everything we could have hoped for and helped make our wedding feel truly memorable. Sarah was wonderful to work with throughout the process. She is so sweet, approachable, and easy to communicate with, which makes a big difference when planning a wedding. Having an owner who makes the experience feel comfortable and stress-free is something we really appreciated! Another huge plus is the pricing. Wedding venues can be incredibly expensive, and Evelyn Valley Ranch offers a beautiful space at a much more reasonable cost than many other locations we considered. Being able to have the wedding we envisioned without spending a fortune made our experience that much better. If you’re looking for a gorgeous wedding venue that offers great value and an owner who makes the planning process enjoyable, I highly recommend Evelyn Valley Ranch! We are so grateful we chose this venue and will always cherish the memories we made there. ❤️

  • Event type: Wedding
  • Capacity level: 50–100 people
  • Venue style: Rustic, Traditional, Elegant
  • Parking options: Free parking lot
Jennifer Duncan2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jennifer has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We absolutely loved Evelyn valley ranch! So beautiful inside and out. I will be referring her to anyone in need of a venue. Very sweet people and also helpful with all of my questions. No hidden fees in pricing and good communication. Thank you so much for having us we truly enjoyed your beautiful place!!

  • Event type: Wedding
  • Capacity level: 50–100 people
  • Venue style: Rustic
  • Parking options: Free parking lot
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you so much for the kind words! It truly means so much that you loved Evelyn Valley Ranch and had such a great experience working with me! I always want the process to feel simple and comfortable, so I’m especially happy to hear that the straightforward pricing and no hidden fees made a difference for you. Thank you for choosing Evelyn Valley Ranch and trusting us to be part of such a special time! We appreciate you more than you know!

Courteney Knox8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Courteney has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We rented this venue for all day Friday and Saturday for our wedding, and we had such a great experience from beginning to end! Sarah let us come tour the venue back in February when I was first looking, and she was great to work with throughout the entire process. She allowed us to make payments, was always easy to get ahold of if I had any questions, and made everything about the rental, setup, and use of the venue really clear and easy. Having the venue for both Friday and Saturday was also a huge plus! We were able to take our time Friday setting everything up and decorating without feeling rushed, and then come in Saturday and just enjoy our wedding day. There was plenty of room for everything we needed, and the space worked out perfectly for our wedding and reception. It was also literally 104 degrees on our wedding day 😂 and with that many people going in and out all day, I was honestly worried about how hot it would get inside. The AC kept up great though, and everyone was comfortable! Overall, we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Everything went smoothly, the venue was perfect for what we needed, and the price was very reasonable compared to a lot of other places we looked at. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a nice, affordable place to have their wedding or other event. We are so glad we chose it for ours! 🤍

  • Event type: Wedding
  • Capacity level: 100–200 people
  • Venue style: Rustic
  • Parking options: Free parking lot
Joy Knox5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very peaceful beautiful venue. Great place for a wedding.

  • Event type: Wedding
Hannah Ferguson1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Hannah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We absolutely loved using Evelyn Valley Ranch as our wedding venue!! Our wedding was absolutely beautiful! The owner, Sarah, is the sweetest person and is great to work with! The bridal suite was recently remodeled before our wedding which is now gorgeous! They added more seating and mirrors for hair and makeup, a big bar to hang all the dresses on, more lighting to make it brighter and expanded the room by removing a hallway! It definitely made the bridal suite a better experience!! We had our ceremony outside in a gorgeous spot and reception inside. Our day went smoothly and that is all thanks to the owner of the venue too!! We will have more photos to share on their facebook page from our photographer once we get pictures back!

Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a sweet review. It truly means more than you know to hear that you loved your experience at Evelyn Valley Ranch. It was such a joy having you celebrate your special day here, and I’m so glad you loved the updated bridal suite! We put a lot of thought into making that space brighter, more comfortable, and functional for our brides, so hearing that it made your experience even better means so much to me! Your ceremony and reception were absolutely gorgeous, and I’m so thankful Evelyn Valley Ranch got to be a small part of your love story. Your photos on our Facebook page you shared are amazing! Thank you again for trusting us with such an important day! Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness, love, and beautiful memories!!

Nataley Roark2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nataley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful place to celebrate one of the biggest days of our lives. 🤍 A huge thank you to the venue for giving us the perfect space for our wedding day. From the moment we arrived, everything felt so welcoming and well taken care of. The setting was absolutely beautiful, and it truly made the whole day feel even more special. Thank you for all the work that went on behind the scenes and for helping everything run so smoothly. We’re so grateful we got to make these memories there and will always look back on it so fondly.

Kaitlyn Carl1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Kaitlyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Best wedding venue you could book in mid Missouri!!!

Heather LasterLocal Guide · 38 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Heather has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Middle of nowhere. Very beautiful!

Rick Shannon3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rick has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Clean and nice facility

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