FAQ
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What is your capacity?
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We can accommodate 150 guests.
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Who sets up and tears down the tables and chairs?
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The Summit will be responsible for all setup and tear down inside the venue and at the ceremony site.
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What is your hold policy?
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We will hold a date for up to 5 days. We will release the date if we have not received a deposit or signed contract.
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Will you have an attendant on-site?
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We will have a venue host assigned to your event.
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What are the hours for my event?
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We have both 1 day, and weekend packages. Most package times for the event have access to the venue from 9 AM-12 AM with a 6-hour event period; the event ending no later than 11 PM. Please see each package's details for start and end times.
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Can we have sparklers?
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Yes, we have a great designated area, with a beautiful backdrop.
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Do you have on-site lodging?
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We have one cottage that will be available for rent in the summer of 2023. We can provide you with a long list of rentals just a few miles from the venue.
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Is alcohol allowed?
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You are permitted to bring your own beer, wine, and liquor to the Summit, we do, however, require you to use a certified bartender. If serving liquor you need an ABC permit. Which can be obtained from https://abc.nc.gov/DOcuments/Index/50. Liquor is only permitted and served during your event period. Self-pouring is prohibited.
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Is there a designated parking area?
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Yes, we have a large parking lot that can hold 50 vehicles, and a parking attendant to be sure everything runs smoothly.
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When is my rehearsal practice?
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Your rehearsal is typically the day before your event. You will have from 12 PM-6 PM to unload, decorate and rehearse that day.
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Can we have our dogs as part of our wedding ceremony?
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Yes, we love fur babies. We only ask that they be removed from the premises after the ceremony because of liability reasons.
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Are you handicap accessible?
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Yes, our venue is handicap accessible as well as our restrooms and we have room at the front walkway for handicapped guests to unload with easy access.
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Who is responsible for cleaning the venue and the trash?
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You are responsible for returning the venue to the order you originally found it and taking everything that you brought with you when you leave. The Summit staff will take care of removing bagged trash, cleaning bathrooms, mopping, etc.
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What is your booking process and when are our payments due?
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We require a signed contract, and a $1,500 deposit within 5 days of your promise to book; $1,000 goes toward your package and $500 is a security deposit which we will return to you within 10 days after the event if there are no damages. The balance will be split into 3 interest-free payments with the final payment being due 60 days prior to your event.
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Can I still host my wedding here if I am on a budget?
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Absolutely, if you are flexible with your dates, you most certainly can have the wedding of
your dreams at The Summit.
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Can I use any caterer or must I use one from your preferred vendor list?
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You may use any caterer you wish if they are licensed and insured.
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