Frequently Asked Questions

No. Bookings are on a first come first serve basis.

Ceremony outside: 200
Ceremony inside: 250

Reception style (standing): 275
Banquet style (seated): 250

Maximum number of guests is dependent upon room layout. Contact us to discuss your needs!

Guest capacity is regulated by state and local government mandates, and may change based on new guidelines and restrictions. Contact Hearth House for current occupancy rates

Venue rental rates range from $3,000 – $6,000 depending on the day of the week and month.

Your full-service cater must agree to be at the venue 2-3 hours prior to guest arrival to setup tables and chairs, and stay one hour after to tear down, clean up, and remove trash from premise.

Of course you do… but you may not want one, so we only require that you hire a professional, insured, day of coordinator.  You’ll thank us later.

Yes, we require:
– Liability Insurance: (with host bar coverage) It’s inexpensive and protects you.
– $1,000 Refundable Security/Performance Deposit

Optional additions: 
– Extra Venue Access Hours: $300/hour

– Extra Service Staff: If you mistakenly hire a cater that who does not mean hearth house venue catering requirements, you will need to hire additional service staff for the day from our approved catering service provider. We require one service staff per 30 guests.

– Trash Removal: If your cater does not remove all trash from the premises, $100 will be deducted from your security deposit.

*All food, beverage, decor, entertainment, etc. are arranged for, and paid for by the client. 

No. The system is not designed to handle the wattage required by a DJ or live band.

DIY Option: NO

All Inclusive Option: YES

Yes.

No.

Yes! Contact an event specialist for additional information regarding expectations and requirements

As far as food goes, we are super flexible. You can choose one of our trusted preferred caterers or introduce us to a new one for our approval.

1. Full Service Caterer– A full service caterer is required, not only to provide and serve food, they take care of bussing tables, attend to guests needs throughout the event, set up and clean up, and take the trash with them, as per venue caterer policy. If you select a caterer that is not on our Preferred List, the caterer must contact us, make application, and be approved by Hearth House before you book them.
2. Limited Service Caterer– Limited Service Caterers are not allowed at Hearth House as they only bring in the food and don’t stay to serve it or clean it up, or set up the tables and chairs, or remove trash. If a Limited Service Caterer is mistakenly hired, Hearth House approved service staff must be hired and paid for by the client so to meet catering requirements.  The service staff must work for a company with a Retail Food License.
3. Supply Your Own Food– Food must be supplied and served by a full service caterer with a Retail Food License.  Clients can supply desserts/cake but the caterer must serve all food.

Yes. The catering area is equipped with counter space, a sink and a pass through bar.

Yes we do it all the time.

No. Cooking is not permitted in the building. There is a catering staging area designed for professional caterers who bring their own refrigeration and warming ovens.

No, request that your caterer or bar service provide the ice for you.

Yes. An affordable liability policy is required. Hearth House Venue requires a certificate of liability insurance naming Hearth House Venue as additional insured.

1. Level of Coverage. $2 million of general aggregate and $1 million per occurrence.
2. Host Liquor Coverage. We require this if any alcohol will or may be served at your event.

You are welcome to decorate Hearth House yourself. Just submit your plan to Hearth House for approval.

Yes. Included is the use of the in-house sound system which includes 2 handheld & 2 lapel microphones for indoor use, a large flat screen TV/Monitor, and a sound system which a band or DJ cannot plug into. The audio coverage includes our outdoor wedding Courtyard, Patio, and Terrace.

No. The Lounge and The Cottage are included.

No. These will either need to be rented or brought in by your caterer.

50% of the Total Venue Rental Fee is due when signing the contract. The remaining 50% balance will be due the following 30 days from the initial deposit unless other arrangements have been made with the Venue. Then, the $1,000 refundable security deposit will be due 30 days prior to your event.

Not typically, but we love to break the rules. Let us know what you need!

If you cancel, 100% of the amount paid goes towards a credit to a future event booked within 180 days of the date of cancellation. No refund is issued if the cancelled event is not rescheduled.

Yes! Depending on the day of the week you book, hours vary. Here is a breakdown of the hours each day:

12 Hour Rental (at least 3 hours of setup, up to an 8 hour event, 1 hour strike)

10 Hour Rental (at least 3 hours of setup, up to a 6 hour event, 1 hour strike)

At minimum, we require the above hours. However, you can use the remaining hours towards your event or more prep time. It is up to you!

At Hearth House Venue we want you to make the day unique and just how you have always envisioned your day! I.E. you can do the ceremony where you want, skip the cake cutting, not have assigned seating, have a 3 hour dance party, it is truly up to you!

Yes, we have a dedicated parking lot at the venue with limited spots. Additional parking can be found on surrounding streets and in public parking lots close to the venue.

Unfortunately no. However, ask your venue contact for some other fun Grand Exit ideas!

You will have access to the following inventory:

(25) 5 foot round tables – Need linens

(2) 4 foot round tables – Need linens

(2) 6 foot banquet tables – Need linens

(10) whiskey barrel cocktail tables

(4) 9 foot farm tables

(280) cross back wood chairs

(32) wood benches that seat 5 – 7 people

(6) rolling granite carts

(1) double sided granite display cart

(1) granite bar front

Candles can be onsite as long as they are contained! This can be in a votive, glass cylinder, lantern, etc. The flame must be lower than the surface of the container. No open flame taper candles are allowed, they must be in a container if you wish to light them.

1. What is my plan b when it comes to weather
2. Are tables, chairs & other decor included in the pricing?
3. What requirements are there when it comes to vendors?
4. What are the payment options?
5. What if any role does the venue play in the planning process?