Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the maximum occupancy?
Maximum occupancy inside the main reception barn is 200 people.
Is the Barn available for year-round rental?
Yes, the main reception barn is available for rent year-round since it has both air-conditioning and heating.
What is included in the rental fee?
The rental fee includes the usage of the main reception barn along with its wrap around deck, our covered and uncovered cocktail area, the bridal suite, and the groom suite for getting ready.
All tables and chairs that are needed for your reception are included along with all kinds of decorations that are too numerous and varied to list. The entire property is already decorated for a wedding however you are welcome to switch out the decorations so that the venue fits your style on the day of your wedding.
We do charge an additional $500 rental fee for use of the ceremony barn. Since the ceremony barn has all the chairs needed for the ceremony.
How long do we have use of the facilities?
We realize each bridal party is different so if you need to be onsite to get ready for your wedding before 8 am please let us know otherwise you have the rental from 8 am until 12 pm. We do require that the music stop at 10pm giving your guests time to slowly head out for the evening.
Is the entire venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the entire venue is wheelchair accessible.
Is the venue air conditioned and /or heated?
The main reception barn does have air conditioning and can be heated if necessary. Both air conditioning and heating if necessary are included in the rental fee. Please note that the main reception barn is only air conditioned or heated on the day or your event.
Does the venue have kitchen facilities?
We do not have a working kitchen however we do have a caterer’s area that is set up in the bottom of the main reception barn. This area has plenty of tables for your caterer to use along with a sink, refrigerators, ice chest and other amenities. We do not charge for the use of this area.
Who is responsible for the garbage after an event?
You or your caterer are responsible for picking up all the garbage after your event. We do provide the garbage cans along with the garbage bags for your event however please be sure you have someone designated to pick up all the garbage. We have a large dumpster on site and will take care of all the garbage that is left as long as it has been placed in a garbage can.
Do couples get married onsite?
Yes, you are welcome to have your wedding ceremony on site. Most couples decide to have it in our ceremony barn since it is covered and all four sides of the barn can be open to give you that outdoor feeling without having to worry about the weather. We do charge an extra $500 if you decide to use our ceremony barn since it is already set up for a wedding ceremony. You are welcome to select any other location on the property to have your ceremony however you would need to rent chairs if they are needed for your event and have someone setup the chairs and take them down after your ceremony.
Do I need to obtain special event insurance for the day of my event?
Yes, we do require you to obtain $1 million of event insurance with host liquor liability insurance. This is your insurance policy that covers you however we do ask that you name us as an additional insured on your policy for the day of your wedding.
Do I have to wait until the day of my event to bring whatever I need for my event to the venue?
The week of your event we encourage you to bring everything you need for your event and put it in the applicable spot we have set aside in the bottom of the reception barn. So, if your event is on a Saturday then you would put everything that you need for your Saturday event in Saturday’s spot in the bottom of the reception barn. There is no need to wait until the day of your event that way everything is at the venue and ready to go for your wedding.
Do I need to set up all the tables and chairs for my guests in the reception barn the morning of my event?
The week of your event we will meet with you to get a seating diagram and go through details of what set up items are needed for your event. The morning of your event, after we finish cleaning the venue if there was a wedding the night before, we will get your tables and chairs set up based upon your seating diagram. We normally have this completed by 10am so if your caterer would like to come after that to set the tables, they are welcome to do so.
Is there anyone available the day of my event to help with decorating?
After we finish setting up the tables and chairs according to your seating diagram, then we help you with decorating. It is always helpful to have someone that knows your style available to work with us the morning of your event if you do not have time yourself that way, we can all work together to make sure everything is set up based upon your taste and style.
Will someone be onsite the entire day of my event to assist us if needed?
Yes, we are onsite the day of your event to help with set up, help your vendors if needed, and we are onsite during your actual event in case you need us.
At the end of my event what am I responsible for?
If your caterer has picked up all garbage from your event then you are only responsible to pick up the items that you brought. We will bring up a wagon at the end of the night for you to place all your items in and either you can take them home with you that night or we will put them in the bottom of the reception barn for you to come and get them before our next event. You are not responsible to put away any of our decorations that you used for your event, we will take care of those items. If your caterer did not pick up all the garbage generated by your event then you are responsible to clean up all the garbage before you leave that night.
Can we have real candles inside the barns?
No open flames are allowed inside the barns
Can we set off confetti bombs either inside or outside the barns?
No, confetti bombs really makes a mess and adds hours to our clean up time so confetti bombs are not permitted anywhere onsite.
Can we use cold sparks for dramatic effects inside the barn?
Please note that even though the sparks are cold it still is shooting up ash in the air and therefore that ash goes everywhere. Guests in the past have found the ash from the cold sparks in their food, drinks, hair and covering anything that is in close proximity of the cold sparks.
How do my guests know where do go when they arrive?
We normally have someone directing your guests when they arrive as to where the ceremony is located or where cocktail hour is located if you had your ceremony elsewhere.
Are there directions to the venue or should people follow their GPS?
We have directions to the venue right on our website. You may want to print out the directions and include the directions in your wedding invitations or note on the invitation that the directions are on the website for your guests to print off and use that day in case they lose their GPS signal on their way to your wedding.
Are there places to stay close to the venue for my guests?
Yes, the small quaint town of Tunkhannock has two very nice hotels and is only 15 minutes from the venue. Many couples book rooms at these hotels and then have a bus pick up their guests from the hotels and bring them back to the hotel at the end of the night. If you want the celebration to continue after your event back at the hotel then you may want to inquire as to whether they have a conference room available for your afterparty. There are also whole houses you can rent close to the venue if you would prefer.
Does the venue have Wi-Fi?
Since we are in a very rural setting, the venue does NOT have Wi-Fi. We do have phone boosters in the main reception barn but we do not have Wi-Fi. Since we do not have Wi-Fi, please make sure your DJ has all the songs downloaded prior to your event.
What if one of my vendors has never been to the venue before?
If one of your vendors has never been to the venue before, please have them stop by and see the place prior to your event. That way there is no issues the day of your event with them not knowing where the venue is located at and what to expect when they arrive.
What if there is not a wedding the day before my wedding, can I set up the day before my wedding?
If you are my first wedding of the weekend then you do not have to wait until your event day to set up. As soon as you give us your seating diagram, we will get the tables and chairs set up and then you are welcome to come anytime to start to decorate.
Can I have a rehearsal onsite?
Yes, you can have a rehearsal onsite however we only allow rehearsals on days we do not have weddings unless you have your rehearsal earlier in the day. You can do it the day we have a wedding IF you are done with your rehearsal by 1:00pm and heading out at that time. Most of the time if we have a Friday and Saturday wedding then Thursday evening is normally when most people have their rehearsal. So just let us know what day and time you want to do your rehearsal and we will set aside that day and time for you.
Do you provide table linens?
We do not provide table linens. You are responsible for either buying them or renting them for any of the round tables you decide to use inside the reception barn.
Can I stop by to see how other brides have the venue set up for their weddings?
Yes, you are welcome to stop by any morning we have a wedding anytime up until noon to see how the venue is setup for that wedding and/or look at the decorations in the bottom of the reception barn so that you can plan for your wedding.
Do I need to have a wedding coordinator?
We do not require you to have a wedding coordinator but you are welcome to hire one if you would like.
Do you have wedding packages that we can pick from?
We do not have wedding packages. You can select any vendor that you would like to hire for your wedding. Since we do not have packages, each wedding we have is unique to that couple. We have various vendors listed on our website however these are just suggestions you are welcome to hire whoever you would like to use for your wedding.
How do I schedule a tour of the venue?
The easiest way to set up a tour is to send a text to 570-575-5666 letting us know that you would like to tour the venue and what day and time you would like the tour to take place and we will try to accommodate your schedule. Please note however the best time to tour the venue is normally the morning of a wedding anytime up until noon. If you come the morning of a wedding, you can see how the venue looks set up for a wedding possibly giving you ideas for your wedding.
What size tables do you have and what size linens do I need for the tables?
We have twenty-five 60-inch round tables that seat 8 to 10 people each. If you want your linens to go to the floor on the 60-inch round tables then you would need 120-inch round linens to cover these tables. We also have six 72-inch round tables that seat 10 to 12 people each. If you want your linens to go to the floor on the 72-round tables you would need 132-inch round linens. We have two 123 inches long by 29-inches wide wooden farm tables with decorative white legs that can be used for head tables, guests’ tables or as food tables. No linens are necessary to cover these tables unless you would like them to be covered. These two tables can seat up to 12 people each. We also have four all brown wooden farm tables that are 108 inches long by 36 inches wide that can be used for head tables, guests’ tables, or food tables. No linens are needed to cover these tables unless you would like them covered. These tables can seat 10 to 12 people each depending upon how they are arranged. We have a 48 -inch round decorative wooden sweet heart table that does not need to be covered however if you would like a linen on this table, you would need 108-inch round linen. We also have a 72- inches long by 36-inches wide wooden rectangle table that you can use for a sweet heart table or other decorative table if needed.