FAQ

  • Can I bring in my own caterer?

    You may bring in your own caterer once they are vetted by the venue or choose from our established catering providers.

    The catering staff & planner is responsible for setting up all tables and chairs, providing food and beverages, bartenders/bar services, place settings (unless rented from Chapel Home), linens, and bussing trash throughout the event, taking down all tables and chairs, and cleaning at the end of the event.

  • Can we pick our own wedding day coordinator or wedding planner?

    You should pick one of our preferred vendors if possible. If you already have booked one prior to the venue, we will vet them for approval. They must be a professional coordinator/planner with established experience with an official LLC, rather than just a friend/relative. Planner will need to provide proof of business insurance for your event with the wedding date on the insurance form. This is extremely important for a smooth event. If you are booked and have not informed Chapel Home of your planner within 30 days of your event (sent with the proper insurance paperwork), we will assign one of our in-house planners to your event for $1,200. View Preferred Vendor list to view more.

  • Can we bring in our own vendors?

    Other than coordinating, catering, and bartending, you are free to use a vendor of your choice for photography,

    videography, music, flowers, etc. However, we do have recommended providers that have worked with us in the past and have provided our clients with superior service. Business Insurance for event must be provided to Chapel Home no later than 30 days for each vendor not on our preferred vendor list.

  • Does Chapel Home provide table linens?

    No, you will need to rent linens from a rental company, or some caterers provide them. The solid wood vineyard tables do not require table linens.

  • Can we purchase our own alcohol?

    Yes, you may bring your own alcohol or have it delivered. However, only vetted TABC certified bartenders on our approved list may serve your guests once the alcohol is on the property. Proof of TABC certification will need to be emailed to Chapel Home 30 days before the event.

  • What is the capacity of the Chapel Home venue?

    Outdoor Spaces – 120 guest maximum capacity

    Antique Villa/Barn – 50 guest maximum capacity (dinner) 80 (ceremony only)

    Chapel Home – 20 at a time (day-guests) maximum capacity

    Little Chapel – 10 at a time (day-guests) maximum capacity

  • Can we customize the decor and layout of the venue?

    Answer: Yes, we encourage couples to personalize the decor and layout to reflect their unique style and vision for their wedding day.

  • Do you offer tours of the venue?

    Yes, we offer tours of the venue by appointment only. Please contact us to schedule a tour. Standard tour days are on Sundays. Call/text Kim at (240) 418.2233

    Once booked with Chapel Home, you’re allowed access to Chapel Home on a tour date to also visit with your planner, provided your planner agrees to do so. All tour dates are open to both inquiring couples and couples who are ALREADY booked and planning for up to ONE hour per couple.

  • Do you offer indoor and outdoor ceremony options?

    Yes, we offer both indoor and outdoor ceremony locations to suit your preferences and the weather conditions. Our Grand Pavilion would work in light rain and our Antique Villa would work in full rain. Outdoor ceremony locations include the Creekside Pavilion and the Chapel steps. Keep in mind, guest count above 50 requires an outdoor reception (In Pavillion or on turf). Ceremonies ONLY inside of the Villa can hold up to 80 guests (not the case for the reception).

  • Does my wedding need security?

    If over 75 guests, a security officer is required. A legitimate security company can be brought in and proof of business insurance will be needed 30 days prior to the event.

  • Do you have overnight accommodations?

    Our wedding packages include overnight accommodations for up to 12 guests. For parties needing additional accommodations, we offer rollaway beds at a rate of $50 per bed, per night for the entire contracted rental nights. Please note that this fee applies for each night of your booking, ensuring that all beds are prepared and available for the duration of your stay.

    Example: If your stay is for 3 nights by booking the Ultimate wedding weekend, and you require 2 additional beds on the first night, 1 additional bed on the second night, and no additional beds on the third night, you will still be charged for 2 beds ($50/each) for all 3 nights, totaling $300.

  • How Many restrooms are on site?

    Chapel Home Venue has 3 restrooms total. Restrooms are located IN Chapel Home (2) & in Little Chapel (1), not stand alone facilities. Your planner should ensure these are properly maintained throughout your event.

    If your guest count is above 75, we require a separate portable restroom rental vendor. Refer to our Preferred Vendor list if you’d like company recommendations.

  • Can I bring my floral and/or planning team to tour the venue before our wedding?

    Yes, once you are booked at Chapel Home, you are allowed a ONE time visit for planning and florals. Assignment of this time will be allowed for up to ONE hour in total and will be simultaneously while our already booked weekly tours are going on. If you have further questions for the venue staff, PLEASE be courteous of our time and email or give us a call in advance to answer your questions not listed on this page.

  • Where can the wooden tables be during my event?

    Wooden tables included in rental can only be in the Villa, the side patio of the Vella and on walkway between Chapel Home & the Villa. If guest count is above 50, reception must be on turf or under the pavilion & wooden tables are not allowed for use there. We offer round tables only for this only, linens not included.

  • Do you offer a projector?

    Yes, we offer a projector & 120” screen for a $120 rental fee. Your planner will be responsible for set up & safe clean up.

  • My guest count is above 50, what are the requirements for my dinner reception?

    If your guest count is above 50, you are required to have your dinner set up either on the turf or under the pavilion with the round tables - unless you bring in another rental company for alternative tables. Don’t forget your linens!

  • If I rent the venue that includes an overnight package, does this include access to villa for a rehearsal dinner?

    No. Rental of overnight accommodations only include access to Chapel Home and Little Chapel for guest accommodations for up to 12 people. A rehearsal dinner add on is an additional cost depending on guest count and amount of hours villa is needed to be open/available. A business insured planner from our list is required for a rehearsal dinner event. Please inquire directly with Kim (240.418.2233) in regards to booking overnight accommodations and wanting an event over 12 guests for a rehearsal dinner/access to the villa.