1. What should I wear? Is there a dress code?
The dress code is semi-formal/ cocktail attire. It will get cold during the nighttime as we are in the Santa Cruz mountains, so please bring a jacket.
2. Will the ceremony and reception be indoors or outdoors?
The ceremony will take place outside, as well as the cocktail hour. The reception will take place indoors inside the barn.
3. Does your wedding have a theme?
The theme is rustic and our colors are lavender, sage green, and dusty blue. If you would like to dress in those colors, you are more than welcomed too but it is not a requirement.
4. What should I do if I can’t make it?
You will be missed! If you can not make it to the wedding, please let us know as soon as possible and RSVP “no,” so we can plan accordingly.
5. How do I get to the venue?
The link to the map of Nestldown is below. You will not be able to find it on a GPS. It is better to us the map the venue provides.
https://www.nestldown.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/MAP-TO-ND-03-03-17.pdf
6. What time should I arrive?
The ceremony will start at 4pm sharp. Please arrive by 3:30pm.
7. Where should guests park? Is parking free?
Parking is limited, so please carpool with others. Parking is free. The venue wants us to clarify that Uber or Lyft will not be available to pick up at the location due to them not being able to find the exact address.
8. Are kids welcome?
Kids are welcomed to come if they are listed on the invitation. We just ask that you make sure to watch your kids closely while exploring the property.
9. Can I bring a date?
We have a strict guest list to stay on budget. Our wedding is strictly RSVP only. We will only able to accommodate those listed on your invitation.
10. Do you have a hotel block for guests? Where do you recommend I stay?
We have a 12 hotel rooms blocked for guests. The rooms we have blocked off are deluxe king and require a minimum of 2 night stay. It's going to be at Hotel Los Gatos, 210 E Main St, Los Gatos, CA, 95030 United States of America. If this hotel is not in your price range, we recommend staying as close to the property as possible in Los Gatos. DEADLINE to book hotel room is March 16th.
For a cheaper option: we recommend the Best Western The Inn of Los Gatos. They do not do hotel blocks anymore but they gave a promo code "celebration" that guests can use, but this promo code can only be used on their website. If you have any questions about using the promo code, send me a text or call me and I can walk you through it.
11. When is the RSVP deadline? Do I need to mail back my RSVP or can I do it online?
We ask that you RSVP by March 14th, 2024. You can either mail back the RSVP or do it online through the website.
12. Are the ceremony and reception location wheelchair accessible?
The ceremony and reception is wheelchair accessible. We will also have a golf cart to drive anyone down to the ceremony that might need it.
13. Where are you registered?
We are registered through Amazon and Honeyfund. You can find it on this website.
14. Will transportation be provided between to/from the hotel?
Yes, we have 2 shuttle buses taking you from Hotel Los Gatos to Nestldown.
15. May I take a centerpiece/candle/flowers home as a souvenir?
The candles are a rental from the florist and they can not be taken home. If you come and ask me at the end of the wedding, I will let you know.
16. Can I take and post pictures of the wedding on social media?
Take as many pictures as you want! We encourage it! Our hashtag is #swiftinintoaschulz
17. Is there smoking allowed on property?
Yes, smoking is allowed in the designated area near the bathrooms only. As longs as it is legal in California, you are allowed to smoke it. But please do not smoke anywhere other than the designated area.
18. Will food and drinks be served at the reception? What kind of food?
Yes, food and drinks will be served at the reception. As far as what kind of food, it will be a mixture of foods that both Christopher and I enjoy. We will also have beer, wine, and liquor. The property does want us to let you know that we can not serve shots of alcohol. This is due to some issues they had in the past. If have you any questions about this, come talk to me.
19. Can we bring our own alcohol?
Unfortunately, you can not bring your own alcohol. It is a violation to our contract and we will get hit with a fine. So please do not bring your own alcohol. Thank you!
20. I still have questions, what is the best way to contact you?
If you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call or shoot me a text. This is Nicole by the way.