Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deposit to secure my date at Venue?
- A $500 down payment is required to secure your date at St Stephens on the Hill. The down payment does go toward the venue price.
How does the Venue payments work?
- Half of your payment is due 3 months prior to event date, the remaining is due 1 month prior to event date.
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How do the Event Rental payments work?
- 40% of the total is due to secure items for your date, the remainder is due 24hours prior to prick up date.
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How long is a Rental Period?
- Item prices are for a 3-day rental period. If items are not returned on agreed upon date additional fees will incur.
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What is the venue's guest capacity?
-St Stephens can host up to 300 guests comfortably. You are welcome to rent additional tents/tables/chairs to accommodate more guests, however St Stephens staff will only set up tables/chairs and provide linens for up to 300.
Can we throw faux flowers in ceremony or during grand exit?
-St Stephens allows real flowers or petals to be thrown only.
Must we do full clean up immediately following the event?
-We require that all food is discarded following your event, however you can use Sunday to fully tear down the event.
Can we set off fireworks during the reception?
-If you purchase fireworks, St Stephens is happy to set them off as long as the weather permits (must not be dry). No sparklers allowed.
Can we leave vehicles overnight?
-Absolutely! We want everyone to be safe. All vehicles just need removed by mid-day Sunday.
Do you provide tables & linens?
-We provide round and rectangular tables & table linens with all venue packages. We have bar height tables available at request. (Linens available in the colors white, ivory, & black) We also have napkins, runners, and other linens available for rent.
Do you require Event Insurance?
-Special Event Insurance is required and proof of coverage must be sent in 2 weeks prior to event date.