Frequently Asked Questions

Many time we forget what to ask often come up! See our Wedding Venue Service Agreement for complete details. If you have other questions, feel free to send them over or schedule a complimentary consultation. 

HOW DO I ARRANGE A VISIT? 

You can arrange to visit the property by using the online calendar to find a convenient time. We recommend that to gain the best experience and gather correct information about the property, first visits should be limited to adults only.

WHAT ARE YOUR ALLOWABLE HOURS?

 You may not enter the property until your contracted time and not before 10:00 am. All events must end by 11:00 (10:00 PM for amplified music)

HOW DO I SAVE MY DATE? 

Your first payment (or a minimum of $500) will secure your date. Ask us about payment plans. We will temporarily hold a date for up to 2 weeks, while you make decisions. For a $100 fee, we will hold a date until 12 months before the requested date.

DO YOU PROVIDE A COORDINATOR?

 For groups of over fifty guests, we require a day-of coordinator to manage the details of your event. We offer Day-of Coordination with some packages and can work with your own coordinator or wedding planner if you have one. 

For elopements and tiny weddings, a venue manager/coordinator is included to assist with your needs at the venue and vendor communication. You are welcome to bring your own assistant or coordinator for personal details like decorating and setup. 

DO YOU PROVIDE CATERING?

We do not but we have some wonderful recommendations and a couple of preferred companies who partner with us for special packages.

CAN WE BRING OUR PETS?

Pets on a leash are allowed for photos and ceremonies only. Some pets are invited to stay the entire day, on a per-pet basis. A handler must be present at all times. See Tails and Vows.
We recommend taking them home or to a sitter after the ceremony for their comfort and that of the guests. Pets are not allowed inside the dressing rooms.

ARE THERE DRESSING ROOMS?

We have two dressing rooms available for each side of the wedding party. They can be used from the start of your event until after the ceremony. Additional getting-ready time can be added by the hour and the rooms can also be booked for overnight stays. Each room sleeps two. 

CAN WE BRING IN OUR OWN FOOD?

For health and safety reasons, we do not allow potluck-style events. Delivery from licensed restaurants is allowed, but servers must be hired for set up and clean up. Catering must follow pack-it-in, pack-it-out rules, and disposable tableware should be avoided. Please remove all trash and food waste. 

WHAT ABOUT SERVICE ANIMALS

Only dogs trained to work or perform tasks for a disabled person are permitted as service animals under the ADA and Oregon State Law. Service animals in training are also protected.

Pets specified as emotional support animals are allowed on a per-case basis and must be in the care of their registered owner at all times. (No sitters or handlers). Aggressive behavior or continuous barking will not be tolerated as it disrupts the event.

 

DO YOU HAVE PREFERRED VENDORS?

Yes! But you are not limited to our list. You can check out some of our favorites here.

WHAT RENTALS MIGHT I NEED?

We offer farm tables, picnic tables, benches, and folding wooden chairs. We have a variety of antique, rustic, and homemade furniture available for displays, cakes, gifts, etc. You are also welcome to bring your own furniture. 

WHAT ABOUT CHILDREN?

For safety reasons, children under 12 must be supervised by an adult at all times while on our property. We recommend age-appropriate activities and we have plenty of open spaces for supervised play. Please note that we are not liable for any injuries resulting from unsupervised play

WHEN CAN WE START TO SET UP?

At the start of your contracted time! We may allow you to drop off decor the day before if we do not have another event planned.

CAN WE SUPPLY OUR OWN BEVERAGES?

We offer our in-house Signature Bar and Beverage options which include local beers, cider, wines, seltzers, and soft drinks. Iced Tea, Lemonade, and water service are also available throughout the event. On a per-case base, we may allow clients to provide specialty wines, and homemade brews. We do not allow BYO hard liquor.

ARE THERE RESTROOMS AND PARKING

We have two restrooms inside the barn. There is plenty of parking, loading zones, and ADA parking on request.

WHAT IS THE BEST TIME OF YEAR THERE?

We are open for outdoor weddings from mid-May through early October. Indoors on limited winter dates. See available dates

SPRING - Spring is best for early afternoon small garden parties in the warm sun. Flowers are starting to be plentiful and the trees are full and lush. We have our indoor space for those late spring rains or chilly evenings.

SUMMER - Flowers, including lavender, are at their best. Daytime weddings and garden parties are best early in the season. The warmer month of August is great for early ceremonies and an afternoon garden party. The hottest time of day is 4:00 pm with sunset nearing 9:30 at, a perfect time for a later ceremony and great sunsets.

FALL - Fall colors are in their glory from mid-September! There are so many colors and textures ideal for creative photos. The weather can be beautiful with sprinkles of rain here and there. Early afternoon through sunsets 'golden hour' at about 6:30 is best for photos.

WINTER - For those Holiday Inspired Weddings, we open a few dates November through February. ...see more

TRANSPORTATION?

- Unless you preplan, Uber and Lift is tricky in this area, but there are some taxi services such as Gometro and Radiocab 

ARE THERE ACCOMMODATIONS?

Our Wedding Suite is also an AirBnB suitable for two people. We can accommodate RV parking and tent camping. There are also many hotels in our two closest cities; Woodburn, and Oregon City as well as several nearby AirBnBs.