What service does your venue provide?
Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner
What settings does your venue provide?
Indoor, Outdoor - Not Covered
Describe your venue:
Historic Site, Hotel
Do you have onsite catering?
Yes
Do you allow outside catering?
No
Do you offer an on-site wedding consultant?
Yes
Do you offer valet parking?
Yes
Is there handicap access?
Yes
Are there any special characteristics about this venue such as scenery or architecture?
Brook Lodge has a never ending supply of gorgeous backdrops. There are fountains, a waterfall, pond and many gardens that make up a picture perfect setting for the historic buildings.
How does your venue determine the cost of the space?
We have a reception package that is per person which includes the banquet space, hors d'oeuvres, dinner, champagne toast, tables, chairs, linens, dance floor, candlelit centerpieces. Bar service is additional and there are a number of options. Ceremony rental is also additional - there is a flat rental fee plus a fee per chair.
Do you offer any special services?
We offer a lot of assistance with your wedding planning. Our staff will also setup your favors, namecards and other decor the day of the wedding for a stress-free wedding day!
Do you offer any special packages for rehearsal dinners?
We have a number of different options for rehearsal dinners. There is an outdoor lawn area that is perfect for a barbecue and bonfire or several indoor areas to do a casual buffet or plate meal.
Do you offer additional items for the ceremony?
Our garden has a gazebo in it and we provide some hanging baskets and other flower pots. We will also provide a table for a unity candle, etc. We also have white columns available for rent. Any other decor can be brought in by the couple or arranged through a florist.
Do you rent other items such as linens, tables, or flatware?
All the setup items are included in the reception package - tables, chairs, white table cloths, choice of colored linen napkin, china, flatware, glassware, dance floor, and candlelit centerpieces. We do offer chair covers for an additional fee.
What is your staff-to-guest ratio?
We staff approximately 1 server per 3 guest tables (tables seat 8).
Do you require clients to use a specific list of vendors?
No, we provide a list of vendors as a courtesy but brides are not required to use them.
Do you require the client to use your musicians? If you do not require this, is that an additional fee to bring in one's own musicians?
No, couples must arrange for their own musicians for both the ceremony and reception.
Do you have any special side rooms that can be rented out for the occasion?
We have a historic home called the Dr's Cottage that is available to rent for a cocktail hour. We provide a dressing room for the bride that is included
in the ceremony rental. We can also arrange for separate rooms to seat the children.
Can the client provide their own alcohol if desired?
No, we must provide all alcohol that is served at the wedding.
How many power outlets does the venue have?
Too many to count!
What restrictions (if any) on decorations?
For the ceremony garden we do not allow aisle runner or anything to be thrown onto the ground (i.e. rose petals, birdseed, rice, etc.) For our banquet rooms, all candles must be surrounded by glass. We do not allow nails or tape on our walls and no glitter or confetti.
What restrictions (if any) on photography?
None, we just ask photographers to be respectful of the property and any other functions going on.
What restrictions (if any) on videography?
None, we just ask videographers to be respectful of the property and any other functions going on.
What restrictions (if any) on music?
DJ's or bands are fine. We do not allow smoke machines.
What restrictions (if any) on attire?
None
What restrictions (if any) on noise levels?
None
If your site is in a public location, is the client required to get any permits?
No
Does your venue often accommodate more than one event at a time?
Yes, on Saturday's we offer 3:30pm and a 6:00pm ceremony time slots. We have several different banquet rooms so we can host simultaneous events. However, none of the banquet rooms share a wall and most are actually separate buildings.
Do you offer security, if requested?
Yes
What is your dress code?
No dress code
Can you provide a coat check?
Yes
Describe your bathroom facilities:
Each building has men's and women's restrooms suitable for the size of the building.
Describe your parking facilities:
Parking is on site and free. There is a short walk to most of the event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity of your venue?
300
4.8/5.0
; "The historic Dining Hall sits right on Old Mill Pond and provides the perfect setting for rehearsal dinners and small receptions.
(Photo courtesy of Francisco Photography)")
; "Once the private summer home of Dr. W.E. Upjohn, this building overlooks the pond and is the perfect location for a cocktail reception, rehearsal dinner or small reception.
(Photo courtesy of Alliance Photography)")
; "Old Mill Pond sits in the center of the property and provides beautiful photo backdrops as well as recreational activities such as paddleboating.
(Photo courtesy of Alliance Photography)")
; "This quaint home, originally built in 1910 is commonly used as our honeymoon suite. It features two bedrooms, two fireplaces, Jacuzzi bathtub and early century elegance.")
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