Question 1

Can we bring in alcohol the morning of?

Accepted Answer

All alcohol must be provided by the venue. We do offer complimentary champagne in the bridal suite while you are getting ready. We also provide an a la carte menu for you to purchase additional beer, wine and soft beverages to be served in the ready suites. No outside alcohol is allowed due to North Carolina ABC Law.

Question 2

Can I use my own caterer?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you are allowed to use a professional caterer who is approved by Venue Management, offers a health grade from a commercial kitchen and provides a Certificate of Insurance.  We also offer a full service catering package in-house to make planning easy. Please ask for a quote!

Question 3

Can I hire a Live Band?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we do allow Live Bands to perform at Pleasant Grove Farm. We will need to review their Band Rider for specific requirements to ensure enough power and space are provided.

Question 4

Can we cook on-site?

Accepted Answer

The kitchen in the Estate Home is not available for use. However, your caterer may bring professional commercial grade cooking equipment to be used under a cook tent that you rent for food that needs to be finished onsite such as ovens or fryers.  These items are not allowed inside. Food trucks are allowed in certain areas determined by Venue Management.

Question 5

Can I bring my own alcohol?

Accepted Answer

No, we have a full ABC liquor license, trained bartenders to provide safe and professional bar service to you and your guests. We will customize a bar menu for beer, wine, liquor and soft beverages of your choice. Therefore all alcoholic beverages must be purchased from the venue.

Question 6

Do you allow shots of alcohol?

Accepted Answer

We have a strict "no shots" rule to keep you and your guests safely served.

Question 7

Do you allow outside vendors?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you may hire your own vendors, however, all vendors must be pre-approved by the venue and provide a Certificate of Insurance. We strongly recommend you consult our preferred vendors list for event professionals we trust and who know our venue well.

Question 8

Am I required to hire a Professional Wedding Coordinator?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and you must hired one from our Preferred Vendors List unless you have a vendor with two references of notable venues. All Vendors must provide a Certificate of Insurance.

Question 9

Can we swim in the pool?

Accepted Answer

No, the pool is not available to venue guests.

Question 10

Does the house and pool area have a maximum capacity?

Accepted Answer

Yes — 50 guests.

Question 11

Can we setup the day before?

Accepted Answer

All setup must be done during your event rental time. You may be able to drop off small items the day prior depending on our event schedule and storage capacity which will be determined the week of the event.

Question 12

Is there handicap parking available?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we have handicap-accessible parking.

Question 13

Can we stay the night?

Accepted Answer

No, the venue does not allow overnight guests.

Question 14

Can we have a ceremony rehearsal on-site?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a one hour ceremony rehearsal is include for all wedding packages. Time and date are confirmed 30 days prior. You are not guaranteed to rehearse the day before because we are a busy venue! Other options include the morning of your event.

Question 15

How many cars does the venue hold?

Accepted Answer

Our gravel lot fits 200 cars. Parking in the grass is not permitted.

Question 16

Are children allowed at the venue?

Accepted Answer

Yes, children must be accompanied by an adult at all times and are not allowed in the pool or pond areas.

Question 17

Do you allow DIY decorating?

Accepted Answer

Small decor pieces may be DIY, however, we do not allow full DIY setup of the entire event decor.

Question 18

Can you provide tables and chairs?

Accepted Answer

We have 200 white folding chairs and 200 black chiavari chairs. We also have 25 folding tables and 4 cocktail tables available for use.

Question 19

Do you have a projector and screen?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we can make these available for your use.

Question 20

Who sets up and breaks down?

Accepted Answer

We will setup the tables and chairs before your event, break them down after the event, and haul away the trash from your event. You and your vendor team are responsible for breaking down all decor and personal items before the end of the rental. You caterer is responsible for collecting all food and beverage trash into the trash cans.

Question 21

Do you have a prep kitchen on-site?

Accepted Answer

Not currently, but we will soon!

Question 22

Do you have an ice machine?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an ice machine is available on-site.

Question 23

Does the barn have HVAC and restrooms?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the barn is climate-controlled and offers indoor restrooms for your use.

Question 24

What's with the construction next door?

Accepted Answer

This is not part of the Pleasant Grove Farm property, and we do not have any control over the progress, timeline, or working-day schedule of this project.

Question 25

Do you allow tents on-site?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but only in the designated tent area in the field.

Question 26

Do you allow smoking?

Accepted Answer

Smoking is allowed only in the gravel lot.

Question 27

Do you provide tents?

Accepted Answer

No, we cannot provide tents for your event.

Question 28

What shoes should I wear?

Accepted Answer

You are at a farm venue. Please dress in comfortable shoes for the terrain.

Question 29

Do you have a back-up rain plan?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we will put a rain plan in place that makes sense for the size and timeline of your event. For Wedding Ceremonies up to 100 guests, a full flip from ceremony to reception can easily take place in the barn. If you have over 100 guests, then your ceremony will take place on the dance floor with guests seated at their tables "Oscar Style."

Question 30

Where do I park?

Accepted Answer

There is a gravel lot with a green dumpster closest to Brookshire Blvd., before the brick ranch house.

Question 31

When should I expect to hear from the coordinator?

Accepted Answer

Our coordinator will reach out 3 months prior to the date of your event.

Question 32

What payment methods do you accept?

Accepted Answer

We accept Credit Card, ACH or checks. Convenience Fees apply to online payments.

Question 33

I need to cancel my event. Can you provide a refund?

Accepted Answer

All payments are non-refundable and non-transferrable due to the diminishing likelihood of your date being re-booked.

Question 34

Do you allow fireworks?

Accepted Answer

No, fireworks are not permitted at the venue.

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