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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How much does it cost to have a wedding at Plas? What does it include?

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The total investment is $10,000 for a wedding of up to 100 guests. The property rental includes the ceremony and the covered event space. Your ceremony use can include a cocktail hour, appetizers and other social add-ons to the ceremony for a separate charge. There are several photo locations and props around the property included in your rental including large firs, open pasture, organic gardens, and even a rowboat for use on Elk Creek.

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The sit-down family style reception consists of an elaborate salad, grilled or braised protein, a roasted or stirred starch, and a refined vegetable dish. All ingredients used are local, sustainable, and organic and home grown when available. Additions to the menu for additional charges may be discussed. 

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A simple and elegant wedding cake made with signature flavors, and decorated with flora and fauna from the property completes the event.

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An hour site visit designed to allow for wedding planning are included and to be arranged as is mutually convenient between Plas and the couple and/or their representatives. The rental period for the wedding date is 9am-2pm, or 4pm-9pm, with additional time available for evening events. Set up and break down must fall within those hours. A final walkthrough with an appointed Venue Liaison will conclude the rental. 

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Q: How much is the deposit and when is it due? When is the remaining balance due?

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A nonrefundable deposit of $2,000 is required to book Plas and reserve your date. The remaining $8,000 is due 3 months prior to the wedding date. A $1,000 security deposit is due one month prior to the wedding date and will be refunded within 14 days after the event, pending no additional cleaning is needed, no damages are incurred, and all rules are followed.

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Q: Does the venue have liability insurance?

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A: Plas, LLC is insured for liability. Lessee must also provide additional one million dollar ($1,000,000) liability insurance purchased through www.theeventhelper.com and must name Plas, LLC as additional insured. Proof of insurance is to be provided to Plas, LLC at least sixty (60) days prior to the Date of Rental.

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Plas, LLC requires all Lessees’ vendors to provide proof of insurance including the DJ, Photographer, Videographer, Photo Booth, Florist, and Professional Wedding Coordinator as independent contractors naming Plas, LLC as additionally insured for $1,000,000. This is due at least sixty (60) days prior to the event.

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Q: How many wedding guests can this ceremony space hold?

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A: Our capacity is 100 guests. 

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Q: How long is the aisle?

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A: The area suitable for a straight, mostly flat aisle is about 40 feet. 

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Q: Are there rooms/spaces where the bride and bridal party can get ready?

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A: An indoor room is included in the rental and can be used to get ready in. However, the restroom facilities for guests will be rented portable restrooms. T

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Q: Are there enough bathrooms for guests? 

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A: Plas, LLC will bring in a portable restroom at an additional cost to the couple. Regretfully, we have a delicate septic system that cannot handle the demands of events. Indoor restrooms, will be available to the Lessee. We rent tasteful portable facilities from a local company with setup near the event space and out of sight from ceremony and photo locations. Details and images can be provided upon request.

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Q: Is there parking? 

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A: Due to limited parking, guest shuttle(s) are required. Shuttle service must be selected from one of our approved vendors as they have been vetted for ability to transport to our venue. Anyone involved in the wedding who is not using the shuttle (set up crew, bridal party, etc) can park at the designated parking area on site. Cars can be driven up to our property before and after the ceremony, only as part of set up and take down. 

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Q: Do you allow throwing flower petals or blowing bubbles following the ceremony?

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A: Yes. Sustainable ingredients used for tossing including flower petals are permitted, as are bubbles. The throwing of rice, birdseed, silk petals, or confetti is not allowed anywhere on the premises.

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Q: If the wedding is outdoors, what is the backup plan in case of bad weather?

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A: Outdoor wedding contingency plans absolutely must be made by the Lessee. Please be advised that the shelter and indoor facilities available are limited to those described above. Should there be inclement weather on the Day of Rental, we will do our best to approve last-minute rental of tents, canopies, or heaters as are suitable to the grounds. The contract cannot be terminated due to weather and there will be no refunds or adjustment to amounts paid.

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Q: Can we schedule a rehearsal time? 

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A: Yes. Plans are made on a custom basis. 

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Q: What are the details regarding sound and acoustics at the venue?

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A: Much of this depends on the size of your ceremony. As an outdoor venue, for a ceremony of 20 or more guests, microphones are recommended. Plas does not provide this equipment, but this is often a service that can be provided by your DJ. Proper power can be supplied by us for audio equipment. You may may hire musicians to play during your ceremony, but electrical needs will need to be discussed. 

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Q: Are there any restrictions or rules in terms of decorations?

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A: Stapling or nailing of decorations to the buildings, trees, fences or other areas is not allowed. Other temporary forms of attachment are permitted. We do not permit any open flames. If candles are desired as part of the ceremony, please consider “flameless” candles.

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Q: Are other events scheduled on the same day?

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A: Yes. There is a morning and evening wedding. If you would like to reserve the entire venue from 9-9, arrangements can be made.

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Q: What is your alcohol policy?

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A: A signature cocktail or a beer and wine bar are included in your event, as is a champagne toast. For a full bar you will need to hire one of our approved vendors. A bartending service is required for serving liquor. All consumption is monitored and drunkenness will not be permitted.

Lessees are permitted to bring in their own alcohol for use with an approved corkage fee of $20/750ml bottle.  It is our policy to not serve alcohol to vendors (i.e., Band members, Photographers, DJ's, etc.).

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Q: Can you accommodate physically challenged guests?

A: Yes. All spaces included in the rental are wheelchair accessible and easily navigated by those with physical challenges. Certain optional photo op locations may be less accessible. 

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Have a question you don't see answered above? Please send us a message. 

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