In this heartfelt episode of Vendors and Lovers Podcast, hosts Kelly and Ben share the origin story of Cedar Bay Farm, their charming wedding venue in Lebanon, Ohio. They reveal how they combined Lebanon's historic nickname "Cedar City" with Kelly's Chesapeake Bay roots to create their unique venue name. The couple details their challenging five-year journey since purchasing the property in April 2020, right at the start of the COVID pandemic. Listeners get an inside look at the renovation nightmares they faced, including contractor issues, skyrocketing material costs, and the struggle to bring a 170-year-old barn up to modern code. Despite these obstacles, they highlight the "angels" they met along the way—like Roy from Affordable Asphalt and Justin from Advantage Tent—who helped turn their dream into reality. The episode captures their emotional investment in the property, describing it as "blood, sweat, and tears" work that transformed this historic property into a sought-after wedding destination with rolling hills reminiscent of the Kentucky countryside. Kelly and Ben offer to share their experience with others contemplating similar ventures, emphasizing how meaningful it is when couples appreciate the venue they've created.