What additional items do I need to rent?
We would recommend chairs for an outdoor ceremony (we provide them for an indoor ceremony). We recommend Boulevard Rental for chairs and benches.
Do you have preferred caterers?
Yes, we do have a preferred catering list and we do require that you choose a caterer from our list. Our list includes the following caterers:
Epicurean Delight Catering Co.
How much time do I have?
Your official time for the ceremony and reception is 5 and a half hours. Music ends at 10:00 PM. Most weddings start at 4:30 PM. You can also go from 3:30 PM to 9:00 or 4:00 to 9:30 – any 5.5 hour window. We allow a half an hour for the ceremony and 5 total hours for the cocktail hour and reception.
If your wedding is offsite, such as a church, your cocktail hour and reception will be a total of 5 hours.
You can be on site from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM the day of your event.
We also allow 4 hours to set up on Friday from 1:00 to 5:00 PM. You can request an earlier time frame on Friday such as 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM if you need to check into your motel before your rehearsal.
What if I get married on Sunday?
We allow access to the property at 9:00 AM on Sunday morning for set up. We will have all of the tables and chairs set up. We allow a rehearsal either Friday evening at 7:00 PM or Saturday morning at 10:00 AM. You can store your decor here when you come to rehearse so it is one less step Sunday morning, and most couples do just that.
We end Sunday weddings at 9:30 PM unless it is a holiday weekend, then you can go until 10:00 PM.
We find Sunday weddings have a similar feel to a Saturday wedding, and run the same in every way except for the set up times. Perhaps more relaxed. But some of our biggest weddings have been on a Sunday.
What are the rules for decorating?
We don’t allow anything to be attached to any of our walls. You can hang signs or decor with prior permission using florist wire, zip ties, string and the like. No glue, tape, nails, tacks or adhesives of any kind.
What do I have to clean-up before I leave? Can I come back the next morning?
We take care of cleaning all of the tables, floors, bathrooms and grounds, and we take care of the garbage.
We also will remove and stage all of your decor and signage on our middle porch, along with any totes, bins or boxes that were stored from the set-up for morning pick up. We request that all items be picked up by 11:00 AM the next morning.
We suggest you take any personal items such as photos, gift box, and guest sign-in. Also all food must be removed from he premises the day of your wedding or it will be discarded.
Are there places for the wedding ceremony?
Naturally every couple wants a beautiful sunny day, and we want that for you. We have an outdoor ceremony space on our terrace, you are not limited to just that. Some couples use a lawn area in the gardens. We also have an indoor chapel should it rain.
Is there a place for the bridal party to get dressed?
We have a changing room for the bride (or groom) which gets used most weddings. We also have a living room area in our Terra Cotta room for the groomsmen to hang out as well as your family and friends who arrive early.
What happens if it rains?
We have ample space under roof, including our Terra Cotta Room and Stone Chapel, which gives you great flexibility in how you set up, so we can accommodate any weather scenario.
What if it is hot on the day I get married? What if it is cold?
We have 4 large fans inside our main reception area for summer days to move the air, our Terra Cotta room stays cool naturally. We also provide patio heaters for the cooler weather. The beauty of our space is the flow from inside to outside – we are open to our south side, but very sheltered. We also have custom made side panels available. For our 2025 wedding season we will have glass garage doors for inclement weather that we can close at any time it is needed.
How many guests can you seat?
We can seat up to 200.
Are there places on site to take wedding photos?
We have amazing gardens and stone art that provide many opportunities for beautiful photography. I’m a garden designer by trade, so we lean into that expertise and experience. Even if it rains we have a lot of indoor spaces that make for beautiful
photos – for example the exposed brick walls of our main structure.
What time does the music end?
All amplified music must be turned off by 10:00 PM.
What about sparklers and other send-offs?
We allow sparklers outside on the gravel areas as long as they are not under and roofed structures. We don’t allow bubble send offs or the release Chinese Lanterns.
Are candles allowed?
We do not allow candles or any open flames anywhere under any roofed structure, or on the tables, or on any wall or stone element indoors or outdoors. You can use wax candles as a design element as long as they are not lit.
What about fire pits?
We do have a fire pit and provide the wood for you to use. We light the fire pit in the evening usually after the toast and special dances are finished.
Do you have bathrooms?
Yes, we have both mens and women’s bathrooms, plus another unisex bathroom that acts as our handicap accessible bathroom.
Are there any hotels close by?
We have many hotels within 4 to 8 miles of Clarks Summit. There are also several hotels in Dickson City near the Viewmont Mall, which is approximately 8 miles. The most commonly used hotels are The Hilton in Scranton, and both the Hampton Inn and Best Western in Clarks Summit.
Do I have to hire an event planner or day of coordinator?
We do not require a wedding planner or day of coordinator. We are happy to make suggestions if you want to hire either.
Is smoking allowed?
Yes. We have 2 porches in the front of our building with seating and butt buckets designated for smoking. We encourage all of our guests to smoke there.
Do you have a place for the caterer to set up?
Yes. We have a space for the caterer to set up that is connected to the main event space. We don’t have a kitchen, but we do have access to water, garbage disposal, electric, etc. Every caterer on our list can bring their ‘A’ game here, including cooking on site.
What are your rules for alcohol?
We allow you to bring your own alcohol. However, we want all alcohol served by a bartending service that is insured, or by the bartending staff of the caterer whom you hire. Most times the bartenders come with the caterer. There are no ‘self-serve bars’ or “cash bars.” No shots.
Do you have parking?
Yes, we have parking lots on both sides of our building, parking lots A and B.
How do I book a date?
We require a 25% down payment. Then another 25% approximately 6 months later. The remainder of the balance is due 30 days before your actual wedding date.
Do I need event insurance?
Yes, you will need event insurance for the day of your wedding. They usually run 24 hours.
