Weddings FAQ

Do you hold weddings 7 days a week?
Yes. We hold weddings every day, even holidays. There is a $100 premium added on major holidays.

How much notice do you need to hold a wedding there?
Depending on availability, we can arrange for a two-person wedding in as little as 24 hours. We need a few more days for larger weddings. Call for availability.

Can we have an evening wedding?
Due to our Inn guests checking in or returning to rest after a long day of sightseeing, we only hold weddings in the afternoons. Two-person weddings may be held at later times, however, depending on availability.

Can we bring wine/champagne?
Yes. We do not have a liquor license; therefore, we provide a sparkling juice toast; however, you may bring champagne or wine for your toast. Please note that for these two-hour weddings, only three or four bottles are usually needed for a 25-guest wedding, and we prefer that you do not bring other types of alcohol for the weddings. If you are an Inn guest, you may bring other alcoholic beverages into your room for personal use.

Can we bring our own music?
Yes. Please bring a CD and mark what you want to be played before or after the ceremony. Otherwise, we have a large music selection, from classic to contemporary wedding music.

Can we choose our bouquet color?
Yes. We generally use roses for the bouquet and you can choose your color. Occasionally, we have mixed in other flowers, such as fall flowers, but the basic packages include a rose bouquet and a rose boutonnière for the groom.

Can children attend?
Yes. Although we do not allow children to stay at the Inn, they are permitted to attend the weddings. We ask that parents keep the children on the main floor due to safety reasons, such as low railings, in the 118 year-old building, and to respect the privacy of our Inn guests.

Do children count as part of the total number of guests?
Yes. However, infants who are not yet mobile are not counted.

Do we need a photographer or will you take pictures?
For bride and groom only weddings, we can take pictures and put them on a CD for you. Please note that we are not professional photographers. We have a good camera and we will do our best to capture your special day. If you are interested in the perfect wedding portraits, we highly recommend that you hire a photographer. May we suggest Powerhouse Studios or FACES by jessica. They provide special rates for shooting weddings at the Inn and they do a great job. Of course, you may bring your own photographer as well or have your family and friends take photos.

Can we have more guests than 25 if holding the wedding outside?
No, unfortunately. In the case of poor weather, we will set up inside and our capacity is 25. In addition, the cake and food are always served inside due to the heat.

Can we bring our own minister?
Yes. We deduct the cost of the minister from your package.

Is the room included in the wedding package?
No. Rooms are booked separately. However, for those having weddings for 15 or more people, we waive the two-night weekend minimum and allow you to book for just your wedding night.

Can we have a bridesmaid and best man?
Yes. We can easily accommodate a bridesmaid and a best man, and even two bridesmaids and two groomsmen are easily accommodated. Beyond that, the space is limited. Please note that bridesmaids and groomsmen count as part of the total number of wedding party guests.

Can we have a flower girl/ring bearer?
Yes. If bringing rose petals, please use silk, rather than real ones for the protection of the inlaid hardwood floor. We have basic colors in stock here that the flower girl can use as well.

Can you provide a sit-down dinner?
No. Unfortunately, we don't have the space to hold a plated dinner. Our receptions resemble a cocktail party, where guests mingle and sit in the parlor or dining room.

Can we bring our own cake?
Yes. However, most people find that what we charge for the cake is far less than anywhere else. In our experience, we have found that only those who desire a real specialty type of cake (such as Junior's Cheesecake from NY) bring their own cake. You may bring a groom's cake, if you like.

Can we bring in a caterer?
No. Since we can't accommodate a sit-down dinner, an outside caterer isn't really necessary.