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Policies
Events
Hours: Events may take place between 10:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
Food: Food service must be provided from our approved vendor list. You select and work with all other vendors, which we can recommend.
Ceremony: We have an outdoor ceremony spot with wooden benches. You can rent a tent for a covered ceremony if needed/wanted. The entire estate is available for you and your guests during your rental time.
Reception: We have an outdoor patio covered by a pergola. The pergola is not 100% wat-proff. We do not offer any other covered reception space.
Music: You may choose your own entertainment for your event (DJ, band, etc.). The Trees
does enforce a strict 10am-10pm music curfew for a large sound system; outside of those
times we ask that you enjoy the firepit, personal conversation, and some light music from
your own phone or speakers to not disturb the neighbors.
Rehearsals: You may rehearse your ceremony and host a rehearsal dinner (with an approved caterer) for up to 30 guests as part of our package. Dinners must be held on the outdoor patio, can last up to 3 hours, and must end by 9:00 p.m. Renters must set up tables and chairs and remove garbage to leave the space as they found it. For rehearsal dinners that include more than the 12 people staying in the home, the bathroom trailer must be rented. Renters must plan and discuss rehearsal plans before the contract is finalized.
Contract: We will provide you with a document for your review and signature that will specify the particulars of your stay including dates, costs, and payment schedule.
Deposits: The Trees requires 50% of your total stay at time of booking. Final payment is required 1 week before event, plus an additional security deposit of $1,500.00. This $1,500 will be refunded to you after the event if the estate is left without damage. If we must withhold any amount of this deposit, we will provide a detailed list of damages and the estimation for repairs, showing how much we use and how much will be returned.
Event Cancellation
If you cancel your reservation and we can rebook your reserved date for what we judge to be a comparable event, we will refund any deposits paid, less a non-refundable fee of $500.00. Comparability will be based on the size and scope of both reservations. Due to the lead time in event bookings, early cancellations are much more likely to result in refunds.
The Trees Estate Rooms
Our package includes the use of six beautiful guest rooms for two, three, or four nights,
with a maximum occupancy of 12. The rooms include the following bed sizes: one king, four
queens, one full. There are 3.5 bathrooms, including a full bathroom with a tub and shower
in the “salon” room, a large space for the bridal party to congregate and prepare themselves
for the wedding ceremony. There are adequate toiletries, linens, irons, hair dryers, wifi, etc.
to make your stay and preparation relaxing and seamless.
An additional 4% Room Tax of $120.00 is included in the base package price, applicable based on a $1500.00 per-night value of the rooms portion of our rental package. Additional nights for the use of the estate are available for $750.00 per night plus sales and room tax.
There is no exception to the 12 maximum guests in the estate. We ask that only the guests staying at the estate use the indoor space, including the bathrooms. A portion of the security deposit will be withheld, equivalent to one night’s stay, for each extra guest identified. Keep in mind this is both a safety issue and an attempt to always keep the estate in as pristine a condition as possible.
FAQ
What is included with the house/outdoor space when we rent it? Tables, chairs, etc.?
Farmhouse tables and chairs, and china and silverware. The pergola—which we recommend for your reception location—is a covered space that can seat 90. Additional seating will be tented. There are multiple uncovered locations around the property to use for your ceremony. Additional packaging and pricing can be found HERE.
How do you deal with the deposit?
A 50% deposit of your chosen package is required to reserve the date with the balance being due one week prior to your arrival, also due is a $1500 damage deposit check that will be returned within a week should there be no damages.
How long do we have the space if we rent it for an event?
Our basic packages include access to the house and grounds beginning at 4pm on your check-in day and concluding at 2pm on your check-out day. You can use the space for additional time before or after for an additional charge.
Are there kitchen facilities for caterers?
Yes! We have a service kitchen that has a three-bay sink, two 6’ worktables and a two-door refrigerator. Guests can, and often do, choose to let the caterer use the main kitchen in the house which is equipped with a six-burner range, two ovens, and three sinks.
Is smoking allowed on the premises?
Smoking is not allowed within 100ft of any structure. Please ensure cigarettes are disposed of properly.
Can we decorate the house and/or outdoor spaces?
Yes! Feel free to decorate the spaces, but ensure all decorations are cleaned upon vacating the premises. Please do not use glitter, balloons, confetti, or anything that is not biodegradable and/or easily removable.
How is trash handled during/after an event?
Trash and recycling bins are provided. You must ensure it is properly sorted and placed in the bins before vacating the property.
What is the bathroom situation?
Due to the historic nature of the home, the bathrooms cannot accommodate a wedding crowd. The bathroom facilities in the house are ONLY for those staying in the house. A portable bathroom trailer must be rented for weddings.
Do you have a list of preferred vendors?
Yes! Click HERE for vendor list.