REHEARSAL DINNERS

We have three options for rehearsal dinners:

• Couples who have booked their wedding with us and have the Craggie View house in their package can have an elegantly simple event on the deck of the Craggie View house for up to 42 people, with all infrastructure included in the package price, at no additional cost.
• Couples who have booked their wedding with us with or without the Craggie View house can have an event of any size on the grounds of the farm or at the tent complex.
• Couples who are wedding elsewhere can book a rehearsal dinner package with us 
• Couples who have booked their wedding elsewhere can pay a venue rental fee and have a DIY rehearsal dinner event

FOR COUPLES WHO HAVE BOOKED A SATURDAY OR MONDAY-WEDNESDAY WEDDING, WITH OUR CRAGGIE VIEW HOUSE INCLUDED

Saturday weddings automatically include 4 onsite vacation rental houses in the package.  One of those houses includes Craggie View, a home which sits on a plateau, overlooking the Swannanoa Valley.  Monday-Wednesday weddings, include the option of adding this house to their packages. A large deck spans the front of the home and behind it is a covered, inside porch.  Next to the home is a large shady yard. All three of these locations: the deck, the porch, and the shady yard, are suited for the set up of a rehearsal dinner for up to 42 people.  Packages that include the Craggie View home include the infrastructure for a rehearsal dinner event and/or a morning after type event: chairs, tables, linens, dishes, utensils, bar equipment, etc.  Couples are able to have a DIY rehearsal event, using this infrastructure, or they can contract through us to have everything taken care of.  We have seen people grill out, have low country boils, smoke pigs, hire food trucks, order out pizza, heat up casseroles, have black tie dinners, etc.  This is an extremely affordable option because it foregoes any additional venue rental or other fees with us or at any other venue.

If Saturday or Monday-Wednesday couples desire a larger than 42 person event, whether they have booked the Craggie View house or not, they have the option of paying extra for a venue rental the night beforeif the space is available..  With this comes the option of having a rehearsal dinner anywhere on the property, for as many guests as they would like.  Some people limit the actual dinner to a relatively small amount and then send invitations for a meet and greet to everyone who has come to town for the wedding.  We have seen bluegrass bands down by the river; food trucks; field days with games, henna parties, etc. Options abound.

When a couple chooses this option to have a larger event, they pay a venue rental fee, a per person set up fee, and the cost of whatever vendors they secure through Hidden River or on their own.  

REHEARSAL DINNER ONLY OPTION:

Couples have two options at Hidden River if they are having their wedding at another location.  They can contract with us for a complete rehearsal dinner package or they can pay a venue rental fee for a completely DIY event.

With the option of a Rehearsal Dinner Package, here is what is included:

Basic Infrastructure:

• Labor for set up/clean up of all that is provided by the venue
• Golf Cart and Driver • Day-of-event Coordinator
• Event Management (booking of all vendors that are included with our package or added to your package from a list of our preferred vendors)
• Gratuities and all necessary taxes
• Sound system and DJ
• Bartender or Drink attendant; please note: Couples can provide their own alcohol or purchase from a local vendor who sells to our clients at reduced rates. Alcohol is NOT included in this package price.
• 6800 sf. of white, architectural tenting, fully lighted, (chandeliers and cafe lighting) on a permanent foundation (fully heated/enclosed, as needed)
• Fire pit
• Wooden cross back chairs
• 8” rectangular farm tables (each table seats 8 guests)
• Dishes, utensils, and mason jar glassware (wine glasses, pilsners, etc. can be added)
• Stainless steel/wicker covered ice chests and Trash Cans w/liners
• Cocktail tables
• 18ʼ x 18ʼ dance floor (when the event is in the tent)
• Solid mahogany  10ʼ x 14ʼ canopies for shading and accent
• Access to in-ground Fire pit
• Torches for lighting
• Free access to property for engagement portraiture
• Permanent, high quality bathroom facilities for guests

Catering, buffet set up, and all food related labor:  

Packages include a base-level menu (tea included) from a choice from the following meals (which can be upgraded to a different/enhanced or custom menu, for an additional cost):

• BBQ (2 meats or vegetarian option, three sides, buns and cornbread)
• Fajita bar (two meats or vegetarian option with all the fixings)
• Mountain Elegance menu (pork or chicken, with pasta, vegetable, artisan bread, salad)
• Italian Lasagna Buffet 
• Breakfast for dinner

All Necessary Labor and Ancillary Items Needed:  

Labor includes total setup and clean up of all inclusions at the end of the event; removal of trash; dishes; utensils; paper meal and cocktail napkins; ice for the bar; wood for the fire pit; delivery and return of all rental items, kegs, and taps; access to local beer, wine, champagne at a cost plus basis; firewood provided for in-ground firepit.

Additional Items Can be Added as Needed: 

Such as dessert, different music options, flowers, photography, carriage rides, etc. If clients wish to make the event a traditional Appalachian dance, we can provide a band and a caller for traditional circle and square dances. These are easy to follow along with and a great way to introduce two sets of family and friends to one another.

With the Option of a DIY Rehearsal dinner, here is what is included: 

• Labor for set up/clean up of all that is provided by the venue
• Golf Cart and Driver
• On site representative present throughout the event
• Sound system and DJ
• Bartender or Drink attendant; please note: Couples can provide their own alcohol or purchase from a local vendor who sells to our clients at reduced rates. Alcohol is NOT included in this package price.
• 6800 sf. of white, architectural tenting, fully lighted, (chandeliers and cafe lighting) on a permanent foundation (fully heated/enclosed, as needed)
• Fire pit
• Wooden cross back chairs
• 8” rectangular farm tables (each table seats 8 guests)
• Dishes, utensils, and mason jar glassware (wine glasses, pilsners, etc. can be added)
• Stainless steel/wicker covered ice chests and Trash Cans w/liners
• Cocktail tables
• 18ʼ x 18ʼ dance floor (when the event is in the tent)
• Solid mahogany  10ʼ x 14ʼ canopies for shading and accent
• Access to in-ground Fire pit
• Torches for lighting
• Free access to property for engagement portraiture
• Permanent, high quality bathroom facilities for guests 

Up to 50 guests – $3,500

50-100 guests – $4,000

101-150 guests – $4,500

151-200 guests – $5,000

Additional Information Available On Request

With both tented and open air venue options for your reception, Hidden River is able to help create the perfect atmosphere and memorable experience you want for your guests!

Please note the following:

• Clients purchase and supply their own alcohol, as needed (a tremendous $ savings).
• All packages can be customized, as desired.
• All prices are guaranteed at the time of contract signing. There can be no increase in price unless the couple adds, upgrades, or customizes something during the planning period.
• Clients who also book their weddings with us receive reduced rates on our rehearsal dinner packages.
• There is an additional labor charge if event is to occur outside of the tent complex area in the open air.

(Make it a traditional Appalachian Dance and Dinner for an additional $500)