Question 1

What is the rental fee and what's included in that price?

Accepted Answer

Saturday - $3,999 - All day event 8:00 am – 10:00 pm with 60 extra minutes for cleanup. Sunday – Friday - $2,999 for all day. Includes the Ballroom, bar with refrigerator and bar sink, three decks, Garden Patio, Yard, Beauty Suite, Groom Suite, Reception and lounge, Kitchen and four bathrooms. Includes: linens and napkins, all tableware settings, glassware, bar glassware, coffee service ware, serving dishes, chafing dishes, utensils, cutting boards, bread baskets, pitchers, vases, etc. Everything you need to have a great party is included. You bring the food and drink, and we’ll do the dishes. Overtime is charged at $125 per 15 minutes.

Question 2

Hourly Rentals

Accepted Answer

The Ballroom, Upper Deck, reception area and three bathrooms are available at $250 per hour with a 4-hour minimum. Tables and chairs are included. All service ware / tableware settings are available separately at $15 per person. Overtime is charged at $125 per 15 minutes.

Question 3

Staffing

Accepted Answer

One staff member will be available during all hours of your event to answer questions. Additional ( affordable ) staff members are available by the hour to make your event run beautifully. We are here to make 100% sure your event is fun, safe, and easy for you and your guests. From setup to breakdown, and everything in between, our staff is here to help.

Question 4

Insurance is Required

Accepted Answer

Event insurance is required for all day events. Insurance is available at www.EventHelper.com for about $1 per guest. You may use your preferred provider. Please ask.

Question 5

A Deposit is Required

Accepted Answer

A full contract and non-refundable deposit are required. An additional security deposit is required.

Question 6

Is my date available?

Accepted Answer

Please call or write for availability information.

Question 7

What is the capacity of the Treehouse?

Accepted Answer

64 for dining and dancing. We have over 3,000 sq. ft. of indoor space and 1,000 sq. ft. of deck space, plus the garden patio and grounds.

Question 8

What is the deposit and when is it due?

Accepted Answer

A deposit of 50% of the rental fee is due with your signed contract to hold the date for your event. Final payment is due 30 days before your event. Payment for staffing is due 15 days before your event.

Question 9

Is there a security deposit and when is it due?

Accepted Answer

Yes. For an all-day event, a refundable Security Deposit of $1,000 [ one thousand dollars ] is due with the final payment 30 days before your event. The Security Deposit is 100% refundable if there is no damage to the property. The Security Deposit will be refunded 10 days after the event.

Question 10

What is the cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

All deposits are non-refundable. Cancelation insurance is available through insurance companies to cover unexpected problems and reimburse your deposit. If an event is canceled and then re-scheduled for the same date [ if the Treehouse is available ] there is a fee of $250 and your original deposit will be applied to the event. If an event is canceled and then re-scheduled for a different date, 50% of the original deposit will be applied to the event.

Question 11

Can I have my ceremony and reception at the Treehouse?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Save time and money. You have time for makeup, dressing, first look photos, and time to rehearse in the morning. At the Treehouse you can enjoy your entire day and relax. Get married outdoors in our Garden Patio or indoors in the Ballroom. If the weather is poor, the Ballroom is ready. After the ceremony we bring out the tables and set the room for your dinner and dance party. We want you to have a wonderful day. From 8:00 am you can take your time to get ready, have a spectacular ceremony and then have time to relax and enjoy your family and friends. And dance.

Question 12

What are the policies on alcohol?

Accepted Answer

You may bring your own wine, beer, and spirits into the Treehouse. Insurance is required. A professional bartender is strongly recommended. Please ask. The Treehouse does not sell or provide any alcoholic beverages. You must bring your own.

Question 13

What are the policies on food and non-alcoholic drinks?

Accepted Answer

You can bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks into the Treehouse. We have full tableware settings, barware, and service ware available. We have a kitchen and two refrigerators for holding and heating food.

Question 14

Do you allow outside vendors?

Accepted Answer

Outside vendors are allowed upon approval. Vendors working on-site during the event [ caterers, photographers, DJs, etc. ] must provide proof of insurance. Please ask about using our kitchen and/or using catering and bartending vendors.

Question 15

Does the Treehouse offer catering?

Accepted Answer

No. But there will be hot coffee in the morning. Our staff can help with your food and beverage requirements. We will coordinate with you to prepare and serve food and drinks. We’ll set up the buffet and clear all the tables. Staff can set up a cake table, desert tables, food stations, bar stations, etc. We will do the cake cutting and service, champagne toast or whatever you want to do. You can have any food you want brought in. We want you and your guests to take the day off. If you prefer, your caterer can do everything. Let’s talk.

Question 16

Can we cook in the kitchen?

Accepted Answer

The Treehouse has two refrigerators, two microwaves and a stove and ovens for holding and warming food. You save with your own food preparation.

Question 17

Is there a dance floor?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All our floors are wood or stone inside and out. You can dance everywhere – including on the dance floor.

Question 18

Is there a stage?

Accepted Answer

There is a raised 4’ x 8’ platform on the Garden Patio. Accommodation can be made for other staging if required.

Question 19

Are there changing areas for the bride, groom, and wedding party?

Accepted Answer

Yes. There is a large Beauty Suite with a full bathroom and makeup area for just the bride or for the bridal party. There is a second dressing room / Grooms Room for additional guests and/or the bridal party. There are four bathrooms available.

Question 20

Is there parking available for guests?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Treehouse has four private parking spaces for your use. All other parking is street, metro, or school parking. There are always 20 or more open spaces within a block. We are three blocks from the East Falls Church Metro and four blocks from school parking. The metro offers the perfect connection to hotels, restaurants, museums, and the city. Transportation can also be provided to take guests to and from parking, the metro and local hotels. Please ask.

Question 21

Is the Treehouse accessible to guests with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no. The Treehouse has a lot of stairs. The Ballroom is located on the third level. Guests climb two flights of stairs to get there. Stair climbing wheelchairs are welcome. There is a bathroom on every floor including the Ballroom, so guests do not have to go up and down to use the restroom. There are chairs for people to rest between floors for guests who need a little extra time. Handicap parking is available in our parking area.

Question 22

What are the restrictions on décor and other items?

Accepted Answer

There are restrictions on hanging decorations, but we will accommodate your requests if we can. No colored rose petals [ white petals are OK outside only ], no colored dyes, no hair dyes, no confetti, no rice, no birdseed, no sparklers, no fireworks, no spray string, no glitter, no open flames, no noise makers, no releasing balloons. Animals are not normally allowed at the Treehouse. No illegal activities, narcotics or weapons of any kind are allowed. We reserve the right to terminate any event for violations of our contract or for any reason management determines necessary. No refund of any kind will be made for violations of our contract.

Question 23

What happens if there is bad weather on my event day?

Accepted Answer

We have a party! The Ballroom can be set up for a ceremony, then changed for people to eat and dance. The lower decks and stairways are covered. Plus, guests can spread out to the Beauty Salon, the kitchen, the reception lounge area and the grounds. The children will discover the game cabinets. We have over 4,000 sq. ft. of indoor and covered patio space. No rain is going to ruin your party.

Question 24

Do you have a lighting system?

Accepted Answer

We have 37 dimmable lights in the Great Room and 72’ of windows.

Question 25

Do you have tables and chairs?

Accepted Answer

We have seating for 64 outside and separate table seating for 64 inside. Ample additional seating is available throughout the decks, house, and garden. And our chairs are comfortable.

Question 26

Do you have linens, silverware, glassware, barware, desert ware, serving dishes, serving utensils, chafing dishes and serving containers?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Everything is included with your all-day event or is available for $15 per guest for hourly rentals. This should save you a ton of work and money by having it all here, ready to go. Nothing to clean up or return. You won’t run out of anything. Everything you need or may have forgotten. We even have paper plates if you need them.

Question 27

Do you have a bar?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We have a 15’ stone top bar. It comes with a bar sink, a full-size refrigerator, microwave, and basic bar supplies. Bar glassware is available with all the other tableware and serving items.

Question 28

Can we bring our own plates, glasses, and silverware?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You may select to use disposable items or bring in full service if you prefer.

Question 29

Can we bring tables and chairs?

Accepted Answer

Normally no. Please ask about special requests.

Question 30

Do you have a coat check?

Accepted Answer

We have dedicated space for guest coats and hats in our reception area. Normally guests store and retrieve their own property. Coat check service can be provided if requested. Note: the Treehouse is not responsible for lost or stolen property.

Question 31

Do you have a photo booth?

Accepted Answer

The entire property is set up to take photos. We have dozens of pre-staged areas for photos and video. We have backdrop colors, a Loveseat, and our four-post Princess Bed for photos. Guests can pose for head shots, full body, family, love seat, chair, Princess Bed photos and more. You can take photos and video across the entire property of all your guests for the whole day. And - the Arlington Rose Garden is just five minutes away. It’s a national treasure. With thousands of blooming roses throughout the spring, summer and fall it is a spectacular place to take photos.

Question 32

Do you have a coordinator on staff?

Accepted Answer

Staffing is available to help make your event run smoothly. There is always a staff member on duty to handle questions during your event. We will help you to coordinate your day here at the Treehouse.

Question 33

Smoking

Accepted Answer

Smoking is permitted outside in designated areas only. Legal products can be consumed. There is no smoking inside the facility at any time.

Question 34

What is your peak season?

Accepted Answer

May, June, July, August, September, October, and November

Question 35

What is your off-peak season?

Accepted Answer

January, February, March, April, and December

Question 36

Can we bring our own alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You SAVE MONEY by bringing your own alcohol and food.

Question 37

Do you have on-site parking?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We have four private spaces and unlimited street parking. Plus we are three blocks from the East Falls Church metro and we can provide transportation.

Question 38

Do you have accessible facilities?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no. The Ballroom is on the third floor. It's beautiful and worth it, but there is no elevator.

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