What are the venue availability rates?
Thompson House and Garden’s available dates are available upon request. You can contact us through the “Contact Us” link or via email. Please note that prices and dates quoted at initial tour are only valid for 30 days.
Is there a payment schedule?
To secure your event date, 1/3 of your anticipated total fee is due when you sign your contract. You will be expected to pay a second 1/3 SIX months prior to your event date. Your final 1/3 payment is due TWO months prior to the event as well as a refundable damage deposit. All payments are non-refundable with the exception of the damage deposit. We do not accept credit cards. We accept cash, check, and money order.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
You have a scheduled 12 hours on the day of the event. The standard block of time is 10:00 PM–11:00 PM. Thompson House and Gardens closes at 11:00 PM at which time all guests, bridal party members, and vendors must be off the property. Any amount of time over 11 hours will be cause for an additional fee. Early check in is an additional $200. Check in time is at 8:15am the day of the event.
Do you provide decorations or can I do them myself?
Thompson House and Gardens is rented as a venue and you are more than welcome to provide your own decorations and floral. With use and selection from our “something old, something new, something borrowed just for you to use” closet. We feel like the huge array of item from our closet will be more than enough to make your wedding day beautiful.
We also provide the option with an inclusive flower and decor package, and all other vendors may be outsourced. We do provide a list of preferred vendors. If you choose not to use our preferred vendors, we do require that the vendors you choose are licensed/insured. For more information on these vendors please look at the Vendors Link.
Do we have to use your in-house flower shop?
Yes, if you choose a full floral package, you will have to use our in-house floral designers. However, if you choose our venue only package then you are allowed to use outside vendors for flowers and decors.
How many people can Thompson House and Gardens accommodate?
We can accommodate up to 200 people (indoors and outside) for a wedding ceremony and reception or dinner.
Does Thompson House & Gardens provide a wedding director/coordinator?
Thompson House & Gardens requires that all events have a planner or coordinator. Please visit the Preferred Vendors page for our list of trusted planners and coordinators.
If I do add a Day-Of Coordinator to my package, what services will I receive?
If you decide to add one of our day-of coordinators to your package, you will receive the following services:
- A 1 hour initial Consult Meeting
- A monthly touch-base call between Initial Consult Meeting and Wedding Day
- A 1 hour Final Walk-Through and Timeline Review Meeting – scheduled about a month out from your wedding date
- 1 hour ceremony rehearsal
- Onsite coordination from 2:00 PM – 11: 00 PM on wedding day. Your coordinator will be present to set up/breakdown your decor, manage vendor check-in/check-out, answer questions from guests or vendors, and act as air-traffic-control for your entire day.
- With our coordinators, your wedding will be beautifully constructed and will flow seamlessly!
When can I reach out to on-site staff members?
Anytime! But please be aware that questions or concerns that we receive after 5:00 PM will be responded to by 9:00 AM the next business day. We love our staff members and want them to enjoy time with their families after business hours.
Can Thompson House and Gardens be used for both the ceremony and reception?
Yes. We have outdoor locations for the bride to choose from for the perfect ceremony, and our grounds and house are reserved for hor d’oeuvres and reception. However, in the case of rain or inclement weather the house can be transformed for both the ceremony and reception.
How long is rehearsal time?
You are allotted an hour of rehearsal time. Schedule your rehearsal time with your coordinator. Please schedule that during regular business hours (no later than 5:00 pm.).
Are there any additional fees along with the rental fee?
There is a $300.00 refundable security deposit that is due one month prior to the date of the event. In the case of any damage done to the property, the amount of the damages will be taken out of the security deposit. All deposit money will be returned within 5-7 business days after the event.
Do I need an appointment in order to come and view the property?
We require an appointment so that we may ensure that the house is open and a staff member is present to give you a tour and answer any questions you may have. Tours are typically held during regular business hours.
Do you have an ice-maker?
We do not have an ice-maker, you must provide your own ice.
Do you have a kitchen?
There is a PREP kitchen that allows for warming and cooling. We do have a house hold refrigerator.
Can we bring our own alcohol?
We do not provide any alcohol, so the bride and groom must bring in their own. However, we do require that if any alcohol is distributed on the property the vendors must provide a licensed and insured bartender. No Kegs or shote are allowed.
Do you have an all inclusive package?
Yes, Our best recommendation to your is to add on the $1,900 Vendors Package. This includes the DJ, day or coordinator, and bartender. (Vendors paid separately)
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