Question 1

What is the Castle’s maximum event capacity?

Accepted Answer

Our maximum capacity for a seated banquet is 140 guests, which we can accommodate in different ways both indoors and outdoors. We are happy to discuss the details of your wedding with you.

Question 2

How do I find out if my preferred date is even available? How far in advance should I book my event?

Accepted Answer

Please contact us and we will be happy to discuss availability for your event. Since Castle Ladyhawke hosts one wedding per day, dates do book up quickly. Saturdays during peak months can book up more than a year and a half in advance!

Question 3

When do you offer tours of Castle Ladyhawke and do you require an appointment?

Accepted Answer

We offer complimentary tours of the venue 7 days a week in person or virtually. We just ask that you make an appointment to ensure a member of our team is available to answer all of your questions. Planning a destination wedding and traveling to visit us? Visit our tour page and ask our team about our discounted overnight stay at Bear Lake Reserve for potential castle couples.

Question 4

What is the Castle’s relationship with Bear Lake Reserve?

Accepted Answer

Castle Ladyhawke at Bear Lake Reserve maintains a cooperative and collaborative partnership with Bear Lake Reserve, with the ability to run both integrated and independent events. Castle patrons enjoy discounts on Endorsed Accommodations at Bear Lake, as well as full access to all of the resort amenities for guests who book their stay there.

Question 5

Does the venue have a preferred vendors list?

Accepted Answer

Yes! After securing your wedding coordinator and caterer from our required vendor list, you are welcome to choose all other vendors to customize your day. The vendors under the Creative Partner’s list have worked many events at Castle Ladyhawke. If a vendor has not worked at the castle before, we do ask that they provide proof of insurance.

Question 6

May I use my own caterer, and not use Castle Ladyhawke’s in house preferred caterer who is Michelin star trained?

Accepted Answer

If you would prefer to use an outside caterer, there is a $1,500 (plus tax) Chef Consultation fee that will be applied. This fee will go towards your food and beverage minimum that must still be met.

Question 7

Do you have bar packages?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a member of our team will work with you during the planning process to customize your bar selections. Package pricing ranges from $35 per person to $60 per person depending on if you would like to serve beer and wine only or a full bar with liquor. Non-alcoholic beverages such as soft drinks, juices and mixers are included with any Bar Package.

Question 8

If I am ready to book my date, how much is the initial deposit?

Accepted Answer

To reserve your date, we just require a signed contract along with a $2,500 non-refundable deposit. This will be applied to your wedding total.

Question 9

What are the gratuity and tax amounts on food and beverage?

Accepted Answer

The gratuity is 15% on Food and Beverage. The State Tax rate in North Carolina is 7%.

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