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About

A modern wedding venue in Roanoke, Virginia, The Penthouse is an architectural work of art. Offering backdrops of city lights and mountain ranges, the venue is the perfect setting, no matter your event size. With clean neutral decor, The Penthouse is truly a unique space for your special occasion!

Facilities and Capacity
The Penthouse has no minimum party size when it comes to hosting events. With hardwood floors and a neutral decor, couples may choose any wedding theme in the indoor space. The venue accommodates up to 500 guests for a cocktail-style affair and 150 guests for a sit-down dinner.

Services Offered
The venue offers a variety of services and amenities in which couples may choose from. Options include, but are not limited to:

  • Indoor and outdoor settings
  • Event planning
  • Event rentals
  • Setup
  • Cleanup
  • Outside vendors
  • Lighting/sound
  • Dance floor


Other Services
The Penthouse offers bar services and various wedding decor items upon request. Interested couples may choose from the following:

  • Open bar
  • Outside alcohol
  • Decor
  • Tables
  • Chairs
  • Tents
  • Tent accessories


Location
With two rooftop decks featuring 360-degree views of downtown Roanoke and the Blue Ridge Mountains, The Penthouse is the perfect backdrop for hosting your nuptials. Situated on 3,296 acres, the venue is less than five minutes from Virginia Museum of Transportation.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,250

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,250

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
Tables

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Rooftop

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

Open Bar
Outside Alcohol

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November
December

Reviews of The Penthouse

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Marc Sent on 06/18/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I rarely give five stars however Caroline and her team were awesome. She was so responsive and so tuned in. Everything went over perfectly. Many people we invited commented on how beautiful the venue was. Surprisingly there were many local people who hadn't been there before! Would definitely rent this facility again and recommend Caroline to anyone looking to book a space for this kind of event.
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Eileen Sent on 07/17/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The Penthouse was AMAZING! We held our son’s rehearsal dinner here. The views were spectacular, the dining area was perfect for what we needed, and the rooftop areas were wonderful! Caroline was very helpful with suggestions and ideas. She responded to my questions very quickly and was delightful to work with. Chris was fantastic to work with on the day we had our event. He was extremely helpful in handling logistics of loading and unloading our supplies. Everyone we talked to at our event just raved about the venue! We highly recommend The Penthouse!
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Katherine Sent on 10/05/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Center in the Square's rooftop was the perfect place for my wedding. The views of the mountains and downtown Roanoke were so gorgeous with the sun going down. There was a great breeze as well. The coordinator from CITS the day of was so helpful and made sure she answered all of my questions. I can't recommend it enough!
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Lynn Sent on 07/12/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We were so pleased with this venue and excited to secure it for a 90th Birthday party. I can’t say enough about Caroline's and her assistant Chris. They're simply the best!! The venue was stunning and the help Chris provided was impeccable. While many folks had visited the rooftop none were aware the inside room existed. Our guests were amazed by everything and I have no doubt will consider it for future events they may have themselves. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, the service was stellar which helped make it a night to remember and overall a spectacular celebration.
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Melissa Sent on 10/04/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We loved the venue from the beginning, however, during the year long process of booking the venue, the coordinator changed 3 times, and keeping up with who was in charge of the venue became pretty confusing. About 3 weeks before the wedding, Caroline Larocca contacted me that they were now in charge of the venue/ wedding. I can't tell people enough how much we loved working with Caroline and her staff. They were so helpful, gave great recommendations and listened to everything we wanted. The venue and reception went perfectly. For the cost of the rental, I think we definitely got our moneys worth. I would definitely use this rental again and have no hesitation with the Center in the Square or Caroline Larocca. I would highly recommend this venue.
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Erin Sent on 10/16/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Perfect our wedding was perfect thanks to Caroline. We had the best time of our life and it’s due to her responsiveness and enthusiasm. Thanks for everything!
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Parents Sent on 10/02/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Top Notch and Gorgeous

We could not have been more thrilled with our experience at the Penthouse! Caroline’s professionalism and attention to details made our daughter’s wedding reception more magical than we imagined!
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Joe Sent on 10/16/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had an amazing wedding at the Penthouse at Center in the Square! Even when the weather is unpredictable, the Penthouse provides an unforgettable vista celebrating the beauty of Love, downtown Roanoke and the Blue Ridge mountains. Thank you Penthouse at Center in the Square for an day to treasure!
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Edie Sent on 06/08/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Everything and more!

We are from out of town and a friend suggested we use this space for our son’s rehearsal dinner. It was absolutely perfect! We booked the Penthouse for the entire weekend which was also perfect. We used it for the rehearsal dinner on Friday night, a cocktail reception on Saturday before the wedding dinner and then for a very casual grab and go brunch on Sunday. It was marvelous having the flexibility of the space, being able to keep flowers in the refrig, etc. The staff couldn’t have been nicer and are extremely professional. Caroline is a wealth of information and extremely creative. We highly recommend this venue and their staff. We would absolutely use it again.
Amanda
Amanda Sent on 09/23/2019
4.8 out of 5 rating

We couldn’t have done it without them!!!

Jon and Caroline at CLED exceeded our expectations for service, wedding planning and execution in EVERY way! From our first meeting, Caroline instilled confidence! Her style is incredible and she definitely balanced our budgets with our vision. We never went without an option that was originally requested.
I especially appreciate the way Jon and Caroline worked with all our vendors, including the caterer, florist and even the more difficult ones. Jon ran the rehearsal, wedding day ceremony and reception flawlessly. My husband and I were able to take in all the moments without stress or worry. It was an amazing night executed perfectly. I can't imagine having gone through this day without them.
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Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
She said YEZ! Wedding & Special Event Consultants She said YEZ! Wedding & Special Event Consultants Wedding Planners

Center of the Square is a great place to a have any event! As a wedding planner it is always great to work with professional people. Amy Alls at the Center of the Square is wonderful to work with. Professional, fun, detailed and most of all a sweet lady!! Thank you Amy for everything you do Tonya Sanders, Owner She said YEZ! Wedding & Special Event Consultants

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The Penthouse frequently asked questions

The Penthouse includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Tables
The space offered by The Penthouse for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Rooftop
The Penthouse offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Penthouse offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Penthouse offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
The Penthouse offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
The Penthouse is recommended by 90% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.5 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.6 in flexibility, 4.6 in value, 4.5 in quality of service, 4.5 in professionalism and 4.4 in average response time.

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