FAQs Naples Wedding Barn
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What is the building capacity?
250 seated guests or 299 standing guests(including staff and vendors)
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Is there a deposit?
Yes. When the contract is signed, we require a deposit.
For the Base Venue Rental, the deposit is $2,500.
For the All Inclusive Package, the deposit is $7,500.
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When are the additional payments due?
Three months prior to the event the remaining balance will be due.
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How do I reserve a date?
You can request a contract at:
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Do I need to schedule a tour or can I just stop by? All tours are by appointment only.
All tours are by appointment only.
You can book a tour at:
https://naplesweddingbarn1.hbportal.co/public/65a5821fadf5640024653942
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Do we have to use your suggested Caterers/Photographers/DJ's?
No. We only offer a suggested vendor list to help couples who want some help finding vendors. You are free to choose anyone you like.
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Will there be another wedding the same day?
At Naples Wedding barn we only host one wedding each day to ensure that each couple's event is special and receives our full attention.
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Are there overnight accommodations nearby?
Springhill Suites by Marriott Naples 3798 White Lake Blvd, Naples, FL, 34117, United States, 866-925-7881 is 17.6 miles away
WoodSpring Suites Naples, Fl 3786 Whitelake Boulevard, Naples, FL, 34117, United States, 866-925-7881 is 17.5 miles away
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How many cars will your parking lot accommodate?
250 cars
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Do you offer straight tables instead of round?
We have a limited number of straight tables onsite that can be used for your gift table, head table, etc. your guests will be seated at 72" round tables.
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Do you provide table linens, or decorations?
Yes. The Naples Wedding Barn provides the venue, tables, upgraded wedding chairs, table décor and ivory crinkle linens from our "something borrowed room". You are also welcome to bring your own items.
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What happens in case of rain?
Naples Wedding Barn has a backup plan that can accommodate all your guests in case of rain.
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We plan to have our ceremony offsite, or only plan to have our ceremony at The White Rose. Does your fee change?
Our fee structure remains the same whether you hold your ceremony, reception, or both onsite.
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Do you allow dogs onsite to play a part in our wedding day?
We are dog friendly, with some specific stipulations. Dogs are allowed (only with pre-approval by John or Jeanette) at the ceremony and pictures. Animals, other than service animals, are NOT allowed under roof or near food. Dogs must be on a leash and someone must be responsible for them other than the bride and groom.
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Do you include a "wedding day coordinator?"
We do have in-house coordinators for our venue! You can find our EXCLUSIVE planners at https://www.swflweddingvenues.com/wedding-planners-1
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What form of payment do you accept?
We accept cash, check, money order, or ACH bank transfers. We do not accept credit cards.
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My preferred dates are unavailable. Do you have a cancellation waiting list?
We do not keep a cancellation waiting list because cancellations are unpredictable. As soon as a date does become available we post it on our Available Dates page
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What time will I have access to the venue to decorate?
You will have access to the venue at the time listed on your contract, not earlier. Please plan accordingly!
Venue Measurements
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Guests Tables
Twenty 72 inch round tables are available for your use. If you want your tablecloths to reach the floor, choose 133 inch round tablecloths.
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Cocktail Tables
Three 36 inch round Jack Daniels cocktail tables are available for your use. Try tying the extra cloth back with a pretty ribbon. These tables are ideal for appetizers
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Buffet Tables
Two 8 foot long rectangular tables are available for your buffet tables. They are 30”Wide and 29” Tall
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Sweetheart Table
66”L x 39”W x 30”H
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Outside Arbor & Benches
The arbor at Naples Wedding barn is 7.5' Tall and 6.2' wide, We have 26 benches hold 208 people. The benches are 10 feet long, 15' wide and 20" high
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Chiavari White Chairs
the height of the chair is 30 inches tall.
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Outside Ceremony Aisleway
If you are contemplating using a runner, we suggest a 50 foot long, three foot wide runner.
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Inside Ceremony Aisleway
If you are contemplating using a runner, we suggest a 70 foot long, three foot wide runner.
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Building - Primary Open Area center aisle (highest ceiling)
The primary open area of the venue (the section with the highest ceiling height) is 22 foot wide by 18 foot tall.
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Big White Barn Doors
12 foot tall x 12 foot wide
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Small white barn doors in front of bride room
10ft tall x12ft wide
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Cake Table
5 ft Length x 3 ft 4 in Wide x 6ft 4 in Tall
Top of roof line for vines - 3ft 11 in
Planning Questions
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Will we be able to access the location early to rehearse our ceremony?
Our venue is booked for many events, For that reason, one day rentals should plan for an offsite rehearsal. You are also welcome to bring anyone who would feel more comfortable understanding the venue (such as your DJ or minister, or any little ones in the wedding party) to one of our monthly open houses. Most of our couples rehearse the day of or at our open houses.
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What time do you suggest we start the ceremony?
We suggest starting Friday weddings at 5:00 pm, Saturday weddings between 4:30 - 5:00 pm, and Sunday weddings at 4:00 pm.
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How will the tables, chairs, etc. be arranged for my sized event?
We will reach out to you to determine your preferred layout prior to the big day!
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Can we have fireworks on the property?
Fireworks are not permitted. This includes sparklers. We don’t want to scare the neighbors and we want to keep the fire department happy!
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Can vehicles be left overnight?
No vehicles cannot be left overnight. Please advise your guests of this policy. The gates will be locked at midnight and the gates remain locked at all other times to keep the livestock in! We appreciate your understanding.
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What time does the music need to end?
Music must conclude by 11:30 p.m. to ensure that you, all of your items, and all of your vendors are off-property by midnight. If you need more than 1/2 an hour to remove all your items, you will need to end the music earlier.
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We are using a rental company. Can they drop items off or pick them up outside of the rental period?
All deliveries must happen during the standard rental period stated in your contract.. Please advise your vendors of this policy.
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Can we get married somewhere else other than the outdoor wedding ceremony site area?
No, The ceremony site was designed for the comfort of the grand parents and elderly family members so they could walk on cement and be close to the large venue. Feel free to explore the venue and take lots of creative fun loving photos after your ceremony to make your memories.
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Is it possible to seat 11 to a table?
Yes, but we would not recommend it for your guests comfort. We recommend 10 to a table.
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How far in advance do you need our final headcount?
Two weeks
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How do I obtain a marriage license?
Between 8 am and 4:00 pm go to the Collier County Government Center Both the bride and groom must go and you'll need your drivers licenses and your social security card.
Set Up Questions
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Are outside snacks and trays permitted?
Outside food and drink are permitted prior to the ceremony.
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What is the event clean-up process?
The Naples Wedding Barn staff will handle all trash removal from the gray receptacles bins throughout the evening and will mop and sweep after the event
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Can we take photos around the venue on our wedding day?
Sure! Just ask us and we would be happy to make recommendations.
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Can we nail decorations to the walls or hang things like streamers or lanterns from the beams?
We request that holes are not placed in the walls. We will have areas where hooks are already placed that you are welcome to use for any additional decorations. The beams/ceilings at The Naples Wedding Barn are very tall and not reachable by a ladder. For this reason, we do not allow for anything to be hung from the ceiling. We hope that you will find them beautiful without any extra work!
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Where can I get liability insurance for the day of the wedding?
A great website to get affordable insurance would be www.eventhelper.com