We offer many amenities to enhance the experience for our client and their guests, as well as for vendors and event organizers. The Southern Chateau has everything from a prep kitchen to a Bridal Suite and Groom’s lounge, both with a complimentary coffee and hot chocolate bar. We also have an onsite host or hostess to assist and meet the needs of our guests on their special day. Our on-site event coordinator provides amazing support helping our guests plan and organize their wedding or event. While many amenities are available with all packages, other amenities are only available with full day and multi-day packages. Amenities that are not included in your package can easily be added to any package for an additional cost. Some of our amenities include:
*Indicates items that are available with full day wedding packages.
Take the first step in planning your event and tour The Southern Chateau. While a tour isn’t necessary, it is recommended so that you know if our venue will be a great fit for you, your event and your guests. A tour will allow you to experience all that we have to offer first hand. You’ll get to view fun things like our Event Hall, the Bridal Suite and Groom’s Lounge and the not so exciting things such as, the prep kitchen and restrooms. Visiting The Southern Chateau will not only give you an opportunity to ask questions and get answers, but you’ll also receive information that will help guide you in your event planning journey. Tours last approximately one hour.
By now you probably have the perfect date in mind for your special occasion. Once you have the perfect date in mind, it’s important that you reserve it by filling out a “Save the Date” request. This can be done right here on our website by visiting our “Book” page. Or if you tour The Southern Chateau, this can also be done at the end of your tour. After we have verified that your perfect date is available, we’ll contact you to schedule a Booking Consultation.
Congratulations! Your date has been confirmed and you’re ready to book! At your Booking Consultation meeting we’ll go over your contract and sign it. We’ll answer any questions you may have, talk about what’s included in your package and any additional services you may want or need. You’ll receive a packet of information on preferred vendors, design ideas, decor, check lists and so much more. A 25% security deposit is due at this time. This deposit is nonrefundable and will hold your reservation. The security deposit will also credited to your total amount due as your first payment. The Booking consultation will last approximately one hour.
We will schedule a Design Consultation approximately 45 days prior to your big day. At this consultation we will review your floor plan, seating, pick out decor and go over all of the tiny details that will make your day a success. Plan 90 minutes for your Design Consultation. Also 45 days prior to your event, your next payment of 25% is due. This will bring your total amount paid to 50%.
We’ll do a Final Walk Through approximately 10 - 14 days prior to your event. This will be a review of everything that was discussed at your Design Consultation. At this meeting you’ll have the opportunity to make any last minute changes to your floor plan, seating, decor or any other design element. Plan one hour for your Final Walk Through. Walk through meetings are usually scheduled for a Monday. Ten days prior to your event, your final 50% payment is also due. If you scheduled a rehearsal time slot, this will take place on the Monday prior to your event.
The day you have been anticipating is finally here! The Southern Chateau will be dressed to the nines with a host or hostess awaiting your arrival. Your host/hostess will remain onsite throughout your reservation should you need any assistance. Remember to arrive no sooner and leave no later than your reservation time. Enjoy your date at The Southern Chateau!