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We have attempted to address most questions under our FEATURES section on our PACKAGES page, but will answer here specific questions that we hear most often. _____________________________________________________________________
Is the Ranch available all year or just during the summer? The Ranch is available all year, but since it is an outdoor venue, the ideal months for events are May - October. However, in the rainy season, November - April, the barn can comfortably accommodate gatherings of up to 175 people.
What are your requirements for service providers? May I bring in my own caterer and photographer? You are free to use any service provider of your choice. On our REFERRALS page we list several with whom we are familiar, but you are free to use any you prefer.
Are there kitchen facilities for the caterer? We are able to offer no kitchen facilities, so it will be important to select a caterer who is prepared to function in an outdoor venue such as ours. Water hook-ups and electricity are accessible onsite.
Do you provide tables and chairs or linens? We provide 6' and 8' rectangular tables, as well as basic white wedding chairs, but we do not supply linens or eating ware.
Must we provide our own market lights? The market lights are provided and the grounds are fully lit.
How many people can the Ranch accommodate? The maximum crowd size we can handle is 230.
Is there parking provided or does everyone park on the street? We have two onsite parking areas, both of which are lit at night. See overview map at bottom of the SBR home page for their locations.
How does payment for use of the Ranch work? We are supporters of Family Ministries, a nonprofit organization. As a way of saying "thank you" to fellow donors, we offer our ranch for special events. It is not available to rent, but we offer it at no cost to those who have donated at least $5500 to Family Ministries. To reserve the ranch, a donation must be made for $1000. The balance must be donated at least 2 months prior to the event.
How many hours before the event may we have access to the property for set-up? One of the most important features of the Ranch is that wedding parties have access to the property starting at 10 AM the day prior to the event and until noon the day following. You may use the first day to set up and decorate, or just to take pictures and relax. The day following the event is available for tear down and clean-up.
Do you allow alcohol to be served? Are there any corkage fees? Any specific requirements? Bottled beer, wine, and champagne may be served without fees. We do not permit hard liquor or an open bar.
In case of rain, do you provide any shelters such as a tent or a building? Our barn offers 2000 sq ft of roof coverage. We do not own any tents, but we can put you in touch with several tent rental companies in case of an inclement weather forecast.
Who is responsible to set up and tear down tables and chairs? We provide the property, but couples must supply their own set-up and tear down personnel. All furniture used must be returned the storage warehouse.
Are there time or volume restrictions on the DJ? We ask that sound amplification be lowered by 50% at 10:30 pm and completely turned off by 11:00 pm.
Who is responsible for disposing of trash at the conclusion of the event? The Ranch has no commercial dumpster, so we recommend that arrangements be made with the caterer to remove all trash the day of the events, both rehearsal and wedding. If you prefer to leave the trash, we will assume responsibility to dispose of the trash for a donation of $150 to Family Ministries.
Do you have permanent restrooms or are portable units brought in? There are two modern restrooms available to all guests, plus a men's room with urinals to accommodate 4 men at a time. The bride and bridesmaids also have access to a private bathroom in the hours preceding the event.
The website photos show old furniture and rustic props. Do you provide all these? We have a variety of props and decorations available for use, but most props visible in online photos have been brought in for the event. Bridal couples may bring in any decorations or furniture that they want. For rustic props we can refer you to Rustic Rentals by Holly. Here is her Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Rustic-Rentals-by-Holly
How can we make an appointment for a tour? Simply email us your request. Include your phone number.
Is there a schedule of available wedding dates posted on the website? For available dates or to schedule a tour just contact us by email.
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