Rules for the Venue:

[ Please help us maintain the professional relationship with our venue by reading and adhering to the rules provided by them. ]

CHILDREN: There have been times we have had guests at the complex whose children were not properly supervised. Children under the age of 18 are your complete responsibility. Please know where your children are at all times and make certain that they clearly understand The Rules (They are not permitted near the pond or Main Residence).

PLEASE RESPECT NATURE! We would greatly appreciate it if persons do not disturb plants, rocks, trees or other natural gifts. Please do not nail anything to trees or hang any ropes, swings or hammocks from tree limbs. Please do not walk or step in flower beds.

COURTESY PROTOCOL: The host reserves the right to request any person or group of people acting unruly and contrary to rental regulations to leave the premises. Assistance from law enforcement agencies may be required if this request is not met immediately.

ELECTRICAL OUTLETS: Multiple electrical outlets on the property are available for use at an event. The vendors are welcome to inspect the locations and numbers of outlets prior to booking.

DECORATIONS: Only Scotch brand wall mounting tabs or drafting tape may be used to affix decorations and/or signs. Any other decorations, signage, electrical configurations or construction must be pre-approved by host. Decorations may not be hung from light fixtures. All decorations must be removed without leaving damages directly following the departure of the last guest, unless special arrangements have been made between the Client(s) and the venue.

Note – The only adhesive material allowed on the walls is Scotch brand wall mounting tabs or drafting tape which will not damage surfaces. No masking tape, duct tape, electrical tape, transparent tape or double stick tape is allowed. All other decoration must be freestanding. Nails and staples are not permitted at any location.

Note – The use of birdseed is permitted only outside for wedding and reception farewells. Rice, confetti, glitter are not permitted inside or outside the facilities.

ALL DECORATIONS MUST BE APPROVED BY host.

FIREARMS: No Firearms are allowed except for licensed security guards that are approved by host.

FIREWORKS: No Fireworks are allowed unless organized and approved through and by the host and their approved and chosen vendor.

FURNISHINGS: Furnishings/décor/furniture or appliances belonging to host are not to be removed from the premises for any reason and not to be relocated to other areas on the property. If client desires to change any setup, our venue coordinator and set up team MUST be notified of the request and will make those changes if approved.

GARBAGE DISPOSAL: This trash may be placed into the host’s designated receptacles.

GARDENS: Our gardens have been designed to be enjoyed by all. It is the responsibility of the parent to keep their children out of the gardens and landscaped areas.

GUESTS: Please keep in mind when inviting Guests to your event, that you are inviting them to our home. We will expect visitors to conduct themselves in a mature, responsible and respectful manner.

HANDICAP ACCOMMODATIONS: We provide level-designated parking and suitable restroom facilities. Motorized and transport chairs can easily navigate the grounds.

MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT: Although music (both live and recorded) is permitted, the music must be contained at an acceptable sound level so as not to disturb the local surrounding area. The host’s event coordinator will help to establish acceptable sound levels. Any complaints from neighbors or other parties may require the levels to be reduced further. Host reserves the right to require Client(s) to cease the music it deems inappropriate, in its sole discretion. Host also reserves the right to require the Client(s) to lower the sound level or cease playing music, in its sole discretion. All DJ’s and Bands and their contact information should be submitted sixty (60) days prior to the event. All music must be off by 10:00 PM Sunday through Thursday and 11:00 PM Friday and Saturday.

***Note: Although we are situated on 53-acres, we are keenly aware that sound travels and do, therefore, make every attempt to be considerate of our neighbors’ privacy.

PARKING: Parking is available at the designated areas of the complex. Handicap accessible parking spaces are provided. Parking is not permitted on the main drive or on any access drive to a venue building. Host is not responsible for theft, damage, or any valuables left in vehicles on the premises. ** No vehicles may be left overnight on the premises without prior approval** No vehicles are allowed beyond the red main gate in front of the event barn.

PETS: Pets are allowed with prior written approval of the host ONLY outside and in the cemented areas such as the open air barn. Pets are the sole responsibility of their owner as we do have other animals presents on our farm and grounds and must be leashed at all times.

PHOTOGRAPHY: The many natural settings around The Farm at Ashley Ridge were maintained and developed for the enjoyment of all events. We reserve the right for each Client the opportunity to use any area of the farm for wedding/reception photograph sessions. All times for utilization of different areas at The Farm at Ashley Ridge will be coordinated with the schedule for each Client. We also reserve the right to use any photographs or other media reproductions of an event in our publicity and advertising materials.

RENTAL SPACE CHANGES: Any contents or furniture movement must be pre-approved by host and ONLY moved by host’s approved staff. Placements of tables, tents, live music, catering equipment, etc., must also be approved by the host’s planning staff.

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