FAQs
Payments & Requirements
When are payments due? Do you offer a payment plan?
We require a 50% deposit within 3 days of signing the contract. The remainder of the balance is due 6 months before your event. The refundable damage deposit gets a hotel hold 5 days before your wedding and is released after your event. There will only be an actual charge should there be damage.
Are there any additional charges?
Yes, the host (bride/groom) is required to purchase day-of-event liability insurance.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept credit card payments and ACH Bank Transfers.
Are there vendor restrictions?
We have an open-door policy (except for DJs) and love to work with new vendors, so long as they are fully licensed and insured. Note that we will still need to approve them.
Do I need to hire a Wedding Coordinator?
Yes. We require you to hire at least a professional month-of (no day-of) coordinator.
Can I bring my own wedding planner?
Yes, as long as they are professional planner.
Do you provide any rentals?
We can supply a restroom trailer, round arch backdrop, half-moon service bar, table, and chair rentals. We can also assist with set up, movement, and strike of furniture. All additional rentals shall be contracted by the client.
Vendors & Accessibility
Is the site handicap accessible?
Our venue is accessible for those with walkers, wheelchairs, etc. Our bathroom features handrails and stairs. However, if you have additional accessibility needs, you will need to rent a handicapped port-a-john.
What are your weather contingency plans?
Our tent provides coverage for the reception area. Our clients are allowed to rent tent walls and/or extra tents from outside vendors if needed for inclement weather.
Are we allowed to bring our own decorations?
Yes, please consult with your coordinator. Note that we do not allow the drop off of items before your event date – unfortunately, we do not have the space or security.
Florists
The Client agrees to include a "strike" fee on their floral contract. This requires that the florist return at the end of the event to break down all florals and dispose of them. The exception to this would be if the Client chooses to take ALL florals home with them or if a third party will be picking them up for donation.
Caterers
Must provide Full-Service bussing, and remove their own trash. Caterers or a second party will be responsible for bussing tables & scraping plates. This catering staff must be present until the event's conclusion, bussing all cocktail hour glassware, plates & flatware / all dinner glassware, plates & flatware / all cake plates and flatware.
Can I hire a mobile bar?
Yes, there are some great local mobile bars and we have several places around the venue where they are allowed to park. If you choose to bring your own alcohol, it must be served by a licensed and insured bartender.
Venue Rules & Restrictions
Do you allow dogs to participate in the wedding?
Dogs are allowed. They must be on a leash and someone must be responsible for them at all times, other than the bride and groom.
Can we have fireworks on the property?
Fireworks, including sparklers, are not permitted in El Dorado County.
Can confetti or flower petals be used?
We do not allow ANY confetti to be thrown on venue grounds. The same goes for flower petals.
Can the venue accommodate a DJ or a live band?
The county does not allow live bands for weddings but you can hire a DJ from our Preferred Vendor List.
Are there any noise restrictions?
Due to El Dorado County code, music must be strictly turned off at 10 pm. We require a certain noise level since music carries over the lake. The last song is 9:50 pm. Our DJs are required to keep the music at 65 decibels.
Can we get in the lake?
Yes, you may use our canoe to take photos or have a “moment together. However, we do not have a lifeguard on duty so you do so at your own risk. You are welcome to bring a canoe or boat if it is properly secured.
Is smoking allowed?
Only within two designated smoking areas.
Can we have a bonfire?
Yes, there are designated areas for bonfires and you are welcome to use these as long as it is a "Burn Day". Fires of any kind are not permitted if it is a "No-Burn Day", set by El Dorado County officials.