Weddings at The Eldred Preserve

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Where Nature is our Greatest Amenity

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FACILITY

RENTAL

FEE/DEPOSIT *

(guest count minimum: 50; guest count maximum: 150)

M AY- O C T O B E R † DAY

COST

DEPOSIT

Friday

$70 pp

$3,500-$10,000

Saturday

$80 pp

$4,000-$12,000

Sunday

$70 pp

$3,500-$10,000

Mon.-Thurs.

$60 pp

$3,000-$9,000

NOVEMBER-APRIL† DAY

COST

DEPOSIT

Friday

$60 pp

$3,000-$9,000

Saturday

$70 pp

$3,500-$10,000

Sunday

$60 pp

$3,000-$9,000

Mon.-Thurs.

$50 pp

$2,500-$7,500

excludes holidays; call to discuss options & costs

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Your facilities rental fee/deposit covers costs related to: General parking, day-of staff, pre-event support, pre- & post-event cleaning, tables, chairs, linens, dishware, flatware, glasses, stage, draping, dance floor, sound/lighting equipment, two sitting rooms w/ private powder rooms, event set up & breakdown. *Does not include costs related to: Valet parking, catering, beverages, wedding cake, personnel, ceremony, after-party, post-wedding brunch, rehearsal dinner, sound/lighting operator

EXCLUSIVE 28-ROOM WEEKEND BUYOUT OPTION AVAILABLE Make your wedding weekend even more special with the added privacy afforded by a weekend buyout of The Bradstan Boutique Hotel. This allows you and your guests to be the only overnight guests at The Bradstan Boutique Hotel, which includes exclusive access to The Eldred Preserve’s amenities such as the pool, hot tub, Sunrise Lake, and more! Please note: a buyout requires a 2-night minimum, as well as a $5,000 refundable hold fee.

Ask your event coordinator for more details!

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AMENIT IES

All wedding reception packages include: •

Event coordinator (The Eldred Preserve will work in consort with you and/or your wedding planner. We can provide a list of local wedding planners, if desired.)

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Luxury accommodations for the wedding couple on their wedding night (includes champagne & seasonal sweet treats; estimated value: $1,000)

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Votive candle centerpieces

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Complimentary menu tasting for up to 4 people + 1 wedding planner

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Incandescent grand circular staircase for wedding party introductions

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House linens

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China, flatware

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Tables, chairs, dance floor (expandable up to 20’x20’)

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Access to two sitting rooms, both including private powder rooms & refreshments (available up to 4 hours prior to the start of your event; earlier access at the discretion of the event coordinator)

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Discounted room rates for wedding guests

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General parking

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Theater & specialty lighting options*

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State-of-the-art sound & projection equipment (mics, monitors)

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Personalized printed menu & place cards at each place setting for served meals

ADDITIONAL SERVICES/FEES (payable to The Eldred Preserve)

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Sound/lighting operator: $125 per hour, 4-hour minimum

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Cake-cutting fee of $2 pp

Ask about options to host your rehearsal dinner, pre-party menu, after-party, and/or post-wedding brunch at The Eldred Preserve.

*No outside operation of The Eldred Preserve’s sound/lighting equipment permitted by third-party vendors

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YOUR

MENU

TAST ING

Your first-class tasting can include up to 4 people + 1 wedding planner, and will typically last 2-3 hours. During your tasting, you will have the opportunity to try a wide variety of options, so we encourage you to come hungry.

Your tasting will take place in our on-site restaurant during normal hours of operation, and should be scheduled no fewer than two weeks in advance.

Your tasting may be arranged upon the execution of your event agreement and receipt of your deposit. Please plan ahead, as your final menu selections are required no later than 14 days before your wedding day.

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Cocktail Hour (lasting up to 2 hours)

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HORS

D’OEUV RES

Depending on ease of consumption, some hors d’oeuvres will be butlered, while others will be arranged on an elegantly appointed table.

$2.50 PP PER SELECTION Black Olive Tapenade w/ Chèvre on Crostini

Tomato-Caper Bruschetta

Apple-Cheddar Flatbread

Edamame Rounds

Caprese Skewers

Gorgonzola-Stuffed Dates

Caramelized Onion & Mascarpone Flatbread

Caponata w/ Pita Chips

French Onion Canapes

Deviled Eggs

Mashed Potato Puffs

Tortilla Roll-Ups

Stuffed Mushrooms

Spinach Dip (cold or hot)

Cocktail Franks in a Puffed Pastry Blanket

Fresh Vegetable Crudite

Bacon-Wrapped Raisin Bread Rumaki Baby BLTs Spring Rolls w/ Ginger Dipping Sauce

$5 PP PER SELECTION Gazpacho Shooters

Honeyed Dates Stuffed w/ Gorgonzola & Pine Nuts

Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon (when in season)

Mini Quiches Traditional Greek Spinach Pie Triangles

Pork & Vegetable Wontons

Chicken Liver Pate

Baked Stuffed Clams

Sesame-Crusted Rare Ahi Tuna Bites

Skewered Sesame Chicken

Pear, Arugula & Brie Flatbread

Hot Crabmeat & Cheddar

Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers

Cold Salmon Mousse

Cheese Quesadillas w/ Avocado & Shrimp or Chicken

Cream Cheese & Bacon Jalapeño Firecrackers

Sweet & Sour Meatballs Asian-Style Cocktail Meatballs

Shishito Peppers

Pulled Pork over Creamy Polenta

$10 PP PER SELECTION Shrimp Cocktail

Mini Lobster Rolls

Bacon-Wrapped Scallops

Coconut Shrimp

Mini Lump Crab Cakes

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COCK TAIL HOUR S P E C I A LT Y S TAT I O N S

Artisan Cheese Board, Fruit Crudite w/ Baked Brie & Apricot Preserves

$8.50 pp

Fresh Vegetable Antipasto Station

$5 pp

Raw Bar

$20 pp

Charcuterie Board

$10 pp

Sliders Station Beef, Pulled Pork, Chicken & Turkey

$5.50 pp

Mac & Cheese Station

$12 pp

Taco Station

$5.50 pp

Smoked Salmon Station

$10 pp

Mashed Potato Station

$5 pp

Mediterranean Station

$5.50 pp

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Seated Reception 4-COURSE

DINNER

(3 options) All seated receptions include a variety of artisan breads and spreads, coffee, and tea.

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4-COU R S E

DINNER

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$40 PER PERSON

First Course Choice of Pasta & Sauce

Second Course (choose one) Fresh Seasonal Field Greens Salad Traditional Caesar Salad w/ House-Made Seasoned Croutons

Third Course (choose three) Chicken Francese Sautéed Chicken Breast in a White Wine, Lemon Butter Sauce Chicken Cordon Bleu Breaded Chicken Breast Stuffed w/ Ham & Swiss Cheese Asian Pepper Steak Filet of Sole w/ Seafood Stuffing Eggplant Rollatini

Includes: Choice of Seasonal Vegetable & Starch

Fourth Course (choose one) Rice Pudding Chocolate Cream Cheese Brownies

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4-COUR S E

DINNER

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2

$50 PER PERSON

First Course (choose one) Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

Traditional Greek Spinach Pie

Dutch Potato Soup

Choice of Pasta & Sauce

Risotto Cake

Second Course (choose one) Fresh Seasonal Field Greens Salad

Spinach Salad w/ Warm Bacon Dressing

Traditional Caesar Salad w/ House-Made Seasoned Croutons

Caprese Salad over a Bed of Fresh Seasonal Field Greens (add $3.50)

Third Course (choose up to four) Chicken Francese Sautéed Chicken Breast in a White Wine, Lemon Butter Sauce

Oven Roasted Prime Rib Au Jus

Vegetarian:

Crab Cakes w/ Creamy Tarragon Sauce

Zoodles (Zucchini Noodles) Pesto

Chicken Cordon Bleu Breaded Chicken Breast Stuffed w/ Ham & Swiss Cheese

Poached Wild Atlantic Salmon w/ Yogurt-Dill Sauce

Eggplant Rollatini

Chicken Piccata Sautéed Chicken Breast in a White Wine, Lemon Caper Sauce

Stuffed Portobello Mushroom

Apple-Raisin Stuffed Pork Chop w/ Anisette Sauce

Vegan: Spicy Potato Curry Lentil Mushroom Ragu

Chicken Marsala Sautéed Chicken Breast in a Marsala Wine Sauce

Vegan Chili Quinoa Salad

Includes: Choice of Seasonal Vegetable & Starch

Fourth Course (choose two) Chocolate Mousse

Pumpkin Log

Cheesecake

Lemon Tart

Tiramisu

Bread Pudding

Apple Crunch

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4-COU R S E

DINNER

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$65 PER PERSON

First Course (choose one) Cream of Tomato Basil Soup

Traditional Greek Spinach Pie

Dutch Potato Soup

Choice of Pasta & Sauce

Crab Cake over a Bed of Fresh Seasonal Field Greens (add $5) Shrimp Cocktail (add $6)

Risotto Cake

Second Course (choose one) Fresh Seasonal Field Greens Salad

Spinach Salad w/ Warm Bacon Dressing

Traditional Caesar Salad w/ House-Made Seasoned Croutons

Caprese Salad over a Bed of Fresh Seasonal Field Greens (add $3.50)

Third Course (choose up to four) Chicken Francese Sautéed Chicken Breast in a White Wine, Lemon Butter Sauce

Filet Mignon Oven Roasted Tenderloin of Beef w/ Bordelaise Sauce

Chicken Cordon Bleu Breaded Chicken Breast Stuffed w/ Ham & Swiss Cheese

Crab Cakes w/ Creamy Tarragon Sauce

Chicken Piccata Sautéed Chicken Breast in a White Wine, Lemon Caper Sauce

Roasted Wild Atlantic Salmon Filets w/ Crab & Shrimp & Dill Hollandaise Sauce

Vegetarian: Zoodles (Zucchini Noodles) Pesto Eggplant Rollatini Stuffed Portobello Mushroom Vegan: Spicy Potato Curry

Roasted Branzino w/ Beurre Blanc Sauce

Lentil Mushroom Ragu

Chicken Marsala Sautéed Chicken Breast in a Marsala Wine Sauce

Apple-Raisin Stuffed Pork Chop w/ Anisette Sauce

Quinoa Salad

Oven Roasted Prime Rib Au Jus

Shrimp w/ Seafood Stuffing

Vegan Chili

Includes: Choice of Seasonal Vegetable & Starch

Fourth Course (choose three) Chocolate Mousse

Kahlua Pecan Pie

Rice Pudding

Pumpkin Log

Cheesecake

Banana Cream Pie

Lemon Tart

Chocolate Decadent Cake

Grasshopper Pie

Chocolate Cream Cheese Brownies

German Chocolate Cake

Seasonal Fruit Pies Tiramisu

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Sabayon w/ Berries

Chocolate Mousse Cake

Apple Crunch

Bread Pudding

Buffet Dinner (2 options) All buffet dinners include a variety of artisan breads and spreads, coffee, and tea.

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BU F F ET

DINNER

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$44 PER PERSON Fruit Tower Choose one: Fresh Seasonal Field Greens Salad Traditional Caesar Salad w/ House-Made Seasoned Croutons Spinach Salad w/ Warm Bacon Dressing

Choose one: Choice of Pasta & Sauce Cheese Ravioli Rigatoni in Bolognaise Sauce

Choose three: Chicken Francese Sautéed Chicken Breast in a White Wine, Lemon Butter Sauce Chicken Piccata Sautéed Chicken Breast in a White Wine, Lemon Caper Sauce

Chicken Chasseur Rustic French Hunter’s Chicken Breaded Chicken Tenders w/ Honey Mustard Sauce Chicken, Tender Asparagus & Pasta Tossed in LemonCream Sauce

Vegetable Lasagna Tilapia Filet w/ Seafood Stuffing Tilapia Francese Tilapia Filet in a White Wine, Lemon Butter Sauce Mussels Oreganata

Eggplant Rollatini

Choose two: Green Beans Amandine

Rice Pilaf

Zoodles (Zucchini Noodles) & Tomatoes in a Garlic Butter Sauce

Orzo & Peas Roasted Potatoes

Choose one: Chocolate Decadent Cake

Cherry Cake

Chocolate Pecan Bars

Rice Pudding

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DINNER

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$56 PER PERSON Fruit Tower Choose one: Fresh Seasonal Field Greens Salad Traditional Caesar Salad w/ House-Made Seasoned Croutons Spinach Salad w/ Warm Bacon Dressing Caprese Salad over a Bed of Fresh Seasonal Field Greens Choose four: Traditional Greek Spinach Pie

Rice Pilaf

Vegetable Strudel

Roasted Potatoes

Grilled Asparagus

Smashed Cauliflower Lightly Tossed in Butter, Parmesan Cheese & Cream

Scalloped Potatoes

Choose one: Wild Mushroom Ravioli in a Savory Mushroom Sauce Vegetable Lasagna

Penne in Pink Sauce w/ a hint of Cream & Parmesan Cheese

Rigatoni Bolognese Mushroom Ragu over Polenta

Fettuccine Alfredo Choose three: Chicken Saltimbocca California Chicken Sautéed Chicken Breast w/ Sundried Tomato Breading & Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce Chicken Pierre Sautéed Chicken Breast w/ Capers, Artichokes & Olives

Pork Tenderloin in Pecan Anisette Sauce Pork Schnitzel Parmesan Steak Diane Grilled Flat Iron Steak w/ Brandy Mustard Sauce

Poached Wild Atlantic Salmon w/ Yogurt-Dill Sauce Maryland Crab Cakes Vegetarian: Eggplant Rollatini

Asian Pepper Steak Filet of Sole w/ Seafood Stuffing

Choose three: Chocolate Decadent Cake German Chocolate Cake

Berries in a Meringue Shell (when in season)

Cream Puffs

Bread Pudding

Pumpkin Log

Rice Pudding

Lemon Mousse Cake Chocolate Cream Cheese Brownies

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Don’t want to stop the celebration for a formal dining experience?

Consider a Floating Reception, where your guests will enjoy a wide range of passed hors d’oeuvres and grazing tables throughout your reception. (ideal for both relaxed or formal affairs)

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Floating Reception (2 options) All floating receptions include a variety of artisan breads and spreads, coffee, and tea.

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F LOATING

R ECEPT ION

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$56 PER PERSON

Appetizer (choose one) Soup Du Jour

Mozzarella & Tomatoes

Fresh Fruit (when in season)

Caprese Salad over a Bed of Fresh Seasonal Field Greens

Spinach Crepe

Salad (choose one) Fresh Seasonal Field Greens Salad Traditional Caesar Salad w/ House-Made Seasoned Croutons Spinach Salad w/ Warm Bacon Dressing

Carving Station Filet Mignon Oven Roasted Tenderloin of Beef w/ BĂŠarnaise Sauce

Oven Roasted Pork Loin w/ Dried Plum Sauce

Oven Roasted Turkey w/ Mango Salsa & Traditional Gravy

Roasted Potatoes

String Beans Amandine

Pasta Station Rigatoni, Tortellini, or Fettuccine in Bolognaise, Alfredo, or Pesto Sauce (Prepared to Order)

Seafood Station Poached Wild Atlantic Salmon w/ Yogurt-Dill Sauce Mussels Oreganata Rice Pilaf

Dessert Station (choose one) Chocolate Decadent Cake

Cherry Cake

Chocolate Pecan Bars

Rice Pudding

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RECEPT ION

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2

$75 PER PERSON

Make-Your-Own Salad Mixed Greens, Romaine, Spinach, Croutons, Parmesan Cheese, Chopped Hard Boiled Eggs, Mushrooms, Carrots, Red Peppers, Sprouts, Chickpeas, Variety of House-Made Dressings

Carving Station (choose three) Oven Roasted Prime Rib Au Jus

Filet Mignon Oven Roasted Tenderloin of Beef w/ Béarnaise Sauce Braised Brisket w/ Horseradish Sauce

Oven Roasted Turkey w/ Mango Salsa & Traditional Gravy

Oven Roasted Pork Loin w/ Dried Plum Sauce Fresh Glazed Ham Choice of Seasonal Vegetable & Starch

Seafood Station Mini Crab Cakes w/ Tarragon Sauce

Cold: (choose one)

Baked Stuffed Clams

Sushi Rolls

Haddock Filet w/ a ParmesanCrust

Sesame Crusted Tuna w/ Ginger Sauce, Wasabi

Clams on the Half Shell

Shrimp w/ Crabmeat Stuffing

Oysters Rockefeller

Mussels or Shrimp Oreganata

Shrimp & Scallop Kebabs w/ Peppers & Onions

Hot: (choose three) Poached Wild Atlantic Salmon w/ Yogurt-Dill Sauce

Sea Scallops Scampi

Shrimp Cocktail

Oysters on the Half Shell

Pasta Station Rigatoni, Tortellini, or Fettuccine in Bolognaise, Alfredo, or Pesto Sauce (Prepared to Order) (choose one) Mushroom Ravioli in Walnut Sauce

Mini Pumpkin Ravioli in Savory Brown Butter Sage Sauce

Cheese Station Camembert, Cheddar, Chèvre, Smoked Gouda, Raw Milk Cheese

Grana Padano Raw Local Honey, Fig Jam

Dates Stuffed w/ Bleu Cheese

Baked Brie in Phyllo w/ Apricot Preserves

Grapes, Pears & Apples

Dessert Station (choose three) Chocolate Decadent Cake Cream Puffs

Lemon Mousse Cake

Tiramisu

Bread Pudding

Cheesecake

Sabayon w/ Fresh Berries

Chocolate Mousse

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RECEPT ION S P E C I A LT Y S TAT I O N S

Artisan Cheese Board, Fruit Crudite w/ Baked Brie & Apricot Preserves

$8.50 pp

Raw Bar

$20 pp

Sliders Station

$5.50 pp

Mac & Cheese Station

$12 pp

Taco Station

$5.50 pp

Smoked Salmon Station

$10 pp

Mashed Potato Station

$5 pp

Mediterranean Station

$5.50 pp

Candy station An array of your favorite candy shop classics with candy scoops and containers so your guests can have fun mixing and matching treats!

$10 pp

Cupcake bar

$8 pp

Flavored popcorn bar

$4 pp

(for the ride home)

Viennese table

$2.50 pp per selection

(choose up to eight) Mini Napoleons Mini Eclairs Mini Cream Puffs Chocolate Mousse Cups w/ Strawberries Rice Pudding Cheesecake Lemon Bars Tiramisu Pecan Diamonds Macaroons

Chocolate Chip Cookies Apple Strudel Apple Crunch Angel Food Cake w/ Berries Crème Brûlée Truffles Date Balls S’mores Bars Chocolate Cream Cheese Brownies Bread Pudding Sabayon w/ Berries

Coffee & cordial bar Cordials include Kahlua Bailey’s Irish Cream, Sambuca, and Jameson.

Each cup is topped with whipped cream and chocolate curls and assorted biscotti cookies.

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$14 pp

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B E VERAG E

OPT IONS

OPEN BAR TOP SHELF

PREMIUM

CLASSIC

First hour*

$30

$24

$20

Each add’l hour*

$16

$14

$10

Wine

Classic wines (choose 5)

Classic wines (choose 4)

Classic wines (choose 3)

Beer

Beers (choose 5)

Beers (choose 4)

Beers (choose 3)

Vodka

Vodka

Vodka

Gin

Gin

Gin

Tequila

Tequila

Tequila

Scotch

Scotch

Scotch

Bourbon

Bourbon

Bourbon

Rum

Rum

Rum

Whiskey

Whiskey

Whiskey

Sparkling wines

2 options

1 option

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Sparkling toast

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Liquor

OPEN BEER & WINE BAR (includes fountain drinks)

COST First hour*

$14 pp

Each add’l hour*

$7 pp

Wine

Classic wines (choose 4)

Beer

Beers (choose 5)

* Price based on total guest count of all adults age 21 and over -- non-alcoholic bar available for children, expectant mothers, and guests under 21: $10 per person

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B E VER AG E

ENHANCEMENT S

Sparkling toast

$4 -$12 pp

Martini bar Add that something extra to your event by offering your guests cosmos, appletinis, and dirty, pomegranate, french, and blue martinis.

Starting at $12 pp

Signature cocktail Add a personal touch to your special night by offering your guests custom cocktails that reflect the personality and interests of the happy couple.

Starting at $12 pp

Specialty wines (List available upon request)

Starting at $14 pp

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ON-SITE

CEREMONY

PACK AG E*

(outdoor)

$ 7. 5 0 P E R P E R S O N It all begins with a lovely and elegant on-site ceremony, which culminates with the newlyweds’ awe-inspiring walk down the aisle as an officially married couple.

The Eldred Preserve offers several unique ceremony sites from which to choose, each surrounded by the beauty of nature, providing you and your guests with breathtaking views. (Capacity: 50 min., 150 max.)

Ceremony amenities include: Chair set up/breakdown Various outdoor ceremony locations for consideration Sound system & microphone **

*Does not include altar, tenting, floral/greenery enhancements, officiant, transportation to ceremony site ** Not available with all ceremony site options; additional costs may apply

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A F TER-PART Y

PACK AG E

The fun doesn’t have to end with the last dance - extend your celebration with an intimate after-party at The Old Homestead Restaurant + Lounge. Select from a variety of elegantly arranged, classic late-night culinary creations you and your guests are sure to savor! If you don’t see your favorite fare listed below, please let us know, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your requests whenever possible!

$4 PP PER SELECTION

$6 PP PER SELECTION

Salsa

Hummus

Guacamole

Roasted Red Pepper Pesto

Tortilla Chips

Black Olive Tapenade with Chèvre on Crostini

Cheese Board

Marinated Mushrooms (all of the above served with pita chips & bread)

$5.50 PP PER SELECTION

$10 PP PER SELECTION

Sliders

Charcuterie Board

Chicken Wings

L ATE

N IG HT

BAR

PACK AG ES*

Beer & Wine

$14 pp per hour

Beer, Wine & Spirits

$18 pp per hour

Beer, Wine & Premium Spirits

$21 pp per hour

*Late night bar cannot go past 2 hours, and must conclude by 2 a.m.

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PR E- OR POST-WEDDING B REA KFA ST/BRUNCH PACK AG ES

Transform your special day into your special weekend! Enjoy an exquisite breakfast or brunch spread, relax, and revel in the unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Enhance your experience with a spirits bar!

Breakfast Buffet $22 PER PERSON Fresh Fruit

Onions & Tomatoes

Sausage & Bacon

Lox

French Toast Bake

Assorted Chilled Juices

Bagels

Sourdough Strata w/ Fresh Seasonal Vegetables or Savory Meats

Coffee & Tea

Flavored Cream Cheese Scrambled Eggs

Brunch Buffet $37 PER PERSON Fresh Fruit Tower

Onions & Tomatoes

Eggs & Omelets to Order

Yogurt

Lox

Home Fries

Blueberry Muffins

Sausage & Bacon

Assorted Chilled Juices

Irish Soda Bread

Spiral Ham

Coffee & Tea

Monkey Bread

Asparagus - Tomato Quiche

Crumb Cake

Spinach Crepes or Cheese Blintzes

Mimosas, Bloody Marys, Screwdrivers & Peach Bellinis (add $6 pp)

Bagels Flavored Cream Cheese

Sweetened-Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast

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CE REMONY

FAQs

Q. Can I have my ceremony at The Eldred Preserve?

Yes, wedding ceremonies are welcome at The Eldred Preserve.

We offer several unique outdoor ceremony sites from which to choose, each surrounded by the beauty of nature, providing you and your guests with breathtaking views.

Q: What is the walking/driving distance from the ceremony location to the reception area?

The Eldred Preserve offers several unique ceremony sites from which to choose, all of which are within walking distance of the reception area. On-site ceremonies at The Eldred Preserve are ideal for those looking to keep travel to a minimum, while still enjoying a destination wedding in the heart of the picturesque Catskill Mountains.

Q. What happens if rain is predicted for my outdoor ceremony?

In the case of potential inclement weather, our event coordinator, in consultation with you, will make a final decision no less than 4 hours prior to the start of your ceremony.

Your Ceremony will be automatically moved to the indoor or protected location if the forecast calls for precipitation or the temperature falls or rises to unreasonable levels as reported by local weather outlets.

If your event is moved, it may result in some of your rental items not being used. We cannot provide refunds for a cancellation due to inclement weather.

Q: Are the on-site ceremony sites handicap accessible?

Yes, all the ceremony sites at The Eldred Preserve are handicap-accessible.

Q: Does The Eldred Preserve provide a wedding officiant?

No, The Eldred Preserve does not provide an officiant, but we would be happy to suggest several local, trusted officiants upon request.

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FAQs

Q: Is there a security deposit required?

Yes, a $1,000 damage security deposit is required with the signed contract. This is to cover potential damage by your guests, and will be refunded 10 business days following the event.

If any damages have occurred, you will be notified, and we will bill you for any repairs over and above the deposit.

Q: Is it possible to hold a date prior to making a full commitment?

Unfortunately, we are not able to hold or reserve dates for an event without both a signed contract and a deposit. A signed contract is not valid without payment.

Q: Are there nearby accommodations for those that exceed the capacity of The Bradstan Boutique Hotel at The Eldred Preserve?

Yes! There are plenty of nearby accommodations within 15 miles of The Eldred Preserve, including dozens of charming rental cottages and lake houses, inns, as well as Resorts World Catskills Casino-Resort and The Kartrite Resort.

Q: Does The Eldred Preserve offer handicap-accessible parking? Do you have charging stations for electric cars?

Yes, all of our on-site parking lots are handicap-accessible. The Eldred Preserve is also equipped with electric vehicle charging stations.

Q: Can we do a tasting before we finalize our menu selection?

Yes! All wedding reception packages include a complimentary menu tasting for up to 4 people + 1 wedding planner.

Your tasting will take place in our on-site restaurant during normal hours of operation, and should be scheduled no fewer than two weeks in advance.

Your tasting may be arranged upon the execution of your event agreement and receipt of your deposit. Please plan ahead, as your final menu selections are required no later than 14 days before your wedding day.

Q: May we bring in an outside caterer and/or liquor?

With the exception of wedding cake, we cannot allow outside food and beverages to be brought in. The Eldred Preserve’s Old Homestead Restaurant + Lounge must provide all of your food and beverage. Due to liability and service standards we do not allow a client to provide their own alcohol.

Q: Will The Old Homestead Restaurant + Lounge be open during my event?

Yes, The Old Homestead Restaurant + Lounge will remain open during its normal operating hours while any events are held at The Preserve Weddings + Events.

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F A Q s (continued)

Q: When do you need the final head count?

A minimum of 50 guests is required for events hosted in our formal event space. Final food and beverage guest count numbers must be received no later than 14 days prior to the event.

Q. How do you handle meals for our vendors?

The per-person cost for meals for your vendors (i.e. photographer, videographer, band, etc.) is considered separately, and will be based on the options you’d like to provide. As a result, vendors should not be included as guests in your final head count. Instead, please provide a separate count for applicable vendors.

Q: Does The Eldred Preserve provide a wedding cake?

We do not provide wedding cakes at this time, but we have a great list of local wedding cake bakers we’d be happy to suggest. There is a plating fee of $2 pp for our staff to serve your wedding cake.

Please note: we do not provide storage for early deliveries. Any cake provided by an outside vendor must be assembled by the provider no more than 3 hours prior to the start of your event.

Q. Can you accommodate food allergies?

We will make every effort to accommodate any dietary restrictions. Please submit any restrictions at least 14 days in advance of your wedding day.

Q: Do you offer kids meals?

Yes! We do offer a kids meal for children 12 and under, including canapés for seated dinners.

Meals for children 12 and under are priced at 50% of the adult price per person. We do not charge for children under the age of 5.

Q: Does the bar package include non-alcoholic drinks?

Yes, bar packages include soft drinks and other non-alcoholic bar standards (club soda, tonic water, and juice).

Q: Are the bar packages charged per person?

Yes, all adult guests who are 21 or older are charged the selected bar package at an hourly rate. Children, expectant mothers, and guests under 21 are charged the non-alcoholic package rate of $10 per person.

Q: What is the required end time for my event at The Eldred Preserve?

All package costs at The Eldred Preserve are based on a 5-hour event (to include your cocktail hour, if applicable; on-site ceremony excluded). If you’d like to keep the celebration going by adding an hour or two at the end, additional costs will apply at the rate of $500 per hour (does not include costs related to beverages). All events must conclude by 2 a.m. The Eldred Preserve staff must be present at the event space for the entirety of the event.

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Q: Do you allow decorations?

Yes! We welcome decorations, such as flowers, candles, and lighting. However, for liability reasons, guests and staff are not allowed to stand on a chair or ladder.

We do not allow anything to be applied to the walls or building that will cause damage such as nailing into the walls or floating flame. If you choose to use candles, we require that they are in containers or on a stand to prevent damage to our surfaces and linens.

We do not permit loose flower petals (exception: outdoor wedding ceremonies) or confetti of any kind on property. All types of fireworks are prohibited on the property. Sparklers are only permitted outside, and only with prior approval.

All items must be removed from the site by no later than 2 a.m. after your event concludes, unless prior arrangements have been made with the event coordinator. The Eldred Preserve is not responsible for any items left behind.

Q: Is The Eldred Preserve pet-friendly?

The Eldred Preserve does not allow pets. Only service animals that meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act will be allowed on the property.

Q: Am I required to have a wedding planner?

No, a wedding planner is not required.

However, while our own event coordinator will be an invaluable resource as you finalize details for your event at The Eldred Preserve, a wedding planner can be a life-saver for those who may not have free time because of a demanding job, aren’t sure where to start, have a short timeframe for planning, or are planning full weekend celebrations.

Traditionally, a wedding planner can help guide you through the overall wedding preparation by managing your budget, deadline, vendor contracts and delivery, and guest lists, as well as overseeing overnight accommodations such as a room block or buyout at The Bradstan Boutique Hotel at The Eldred Preserve.

Q: When do I have access to the sitting rooms?

You and your wedding party have full access to the sitting rooms beginning four hours prior to your event. We may be able to accommodate earlier access, starting as early as 9 a.m. for a fee of $250 for each additional hour.

You may leave your belongings in the sitting rooms for the duration of the event, but all personal items must be collected by the end of your event. Shipping fees will be deducted from the security deposit.

Q: When can my vendors arrive to set up/break down?

Vendors may arrive no sooner than 4 hours prior to the beginning of your event; earlier access must be approved by the event coordinator. All vendors and any members of their teams must remove all related equipment from the site by no later than 2 a.m. after your event concludes. All timing must be approved by the event coordinator.

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Q: What if I need to change the date of my event?

You can request a change in the date of your event with at least 90 days prior written notice ($2,500 administrative fee will apply). We will make every effort to accommodate a new date.

However, if a new date is not available or your date change request is made with less than 90 days notice, cancellation refund policies will apply.

Q: What is your cancellation policy?

We understand that circumstances sometimes change, and you may choose to cancel your event at The Eldred Preserve. Therefore, the following cancellation limitations will apply:

NOTICE*

REFUND AMOUNT (% of total contract obligation)

90+days

Up to 75%

31-89 days

Up to 50%

8-30 days

Up to 25%

0-7 days

No refund available

*Written notice of cancellation required

Your event deposit will be credited against the cancellation fees owed. Any balance will be payable upon the notice of cancellation.

Q: Does The Eldred Preserve provide a stage for the band?

Yes, a stage can be provided.

Q: Is there a food & beverage minimum?

A minimum of 50 guests is required for events hosted in our formal event space.

Q: Is smoking and/or vaping allowed?

All of our buildings are entirely non-smoking/non-vaping, although we do offer designated outdoor smoking/vaping areas. Smoking/vaping is strictly prohibited outside of these designated areas.

Q: Are there weekend buyout options available for The Bradstan Boutique Hotel?

Yes! Make your wedding weekend even more special with the added privacy afforded by a weekend buyout. This allows you and your loved ones to be the only overnight guests at The Bradstan Boutique Hotel, which includes exclusive access to The Eldred Preserve’s amenities such as the pool, hot tub, Sunrise Lake, and more! Please note: a buyout requires a 2-night minimum, as well as a $5,000 refundable hold fee.

Ask your event coordinator for more details!

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