What days can you book a wedding at Old Wide Awake?
A. Friday, Saturday, or Sunday
What time does my event need to end by?
A. Fridays and Saturdays music concludes at 10 p.m., Sundays at 9 p.m. Couple exits event, breakdown begins.
Do I have to have a tent?
A. No. The Venue comes with 2,500 sq. ft. of total covered space on different levels.
If I want a tent, where do I get a tent?
A. All tent rentals go through Snyder Events. (www.snyderevents.com)
How can I schedule a tour of the property?
A. Tours are offered by appointment 7 days a week, except on days the property is booked for another event. Contact our Event Coordinator Margaret McKenzie at (843)814-4980.
Can I put a date on hold?
A. Yes, once you have toured the property, we offer a 2-week courtesy hold at no charge. During those 2 weeks, if someone wishes to lease the property for your “hold” date, we will contact you to offer a first-right-of-refusal. You will have 24 hours to either sign a contract or release your hold.
How do I finalize a contract?
A. A contract can be written with or without a reservation. Once your date is decided, we will email you a customized contract. The contract will be valid once you print, sign, and return the contract with payment equal to 50% of the rental fee listed on your contract. We accept payment by check, credit card or ACH payments. Please note, processing fees apply to payments made by credit card or ACH.
How is my initial 50% of the rental fee deposit check applied to my rental?
A. The deposit check submitted when you finalize your contract is non-refundable and is applied to your rental balance. In the event of cancellation, your full deposit is forfeited.
Is there an additional deposit?
Yes, at the time your final balance is due, a $500 security deposit is required. This deposit will be returned within 30 days of your event if the property is vacated without damage and if our clean-up guidelines are followed.
When is the remaining balance due?
A. The balance of your rental fee is due 30 days prior to your event.
Do you offer Wedding Planning services?
A. Yes, as an additional service. Contact Margaret McKenzie at (843) 814-4980 for wedding planning services based on your needs. Margaret can also refer you to other preferred wedding planners in Charleston and the surrounding areas.
Do we get the whole property for the entire day?
A. Yes, the house and grounds are yours from 9 a.m. through your date specific end time. At this time amplified music is turned off, guest departure begins. We request all vendors complete their breakdown 1.5 hours post event. It is the planner’s responsibility to coordinate rental pick up. Tent breakdown can be completed the following morning before noon, depending on our event schedule. Once the Bride and Groom have exited, it is the Event Planner’s responsibility to check in with the Site Manager.
What comes with the rental?
A.You will need to bring or rent your own tables, chairs, and linens. We can recommend rental companies for this and more.
A Site Manager is included with the rental. Their responsibilities begin with parking facilitation (valet is not included), and they stay with the event throughout the night to assist with
questions or concerns. They also illuminate the house at sunset and supervise trash management and breakdown procedures. Your Event Planner must complete a final inspection with our Site Manager before leaving the property.
Can I have my rehearsal here?
A. Yes, rehearsals can be held at the property but must be prescheduled with Margaret McKenzie at (843) 814-4980. The maximum rehearsal time is 1.5 hours.
Do you have an in-house caterer?
A. No, but we are happy to recommend preferred caterers once the contract is signed. A 5% venue impact fee is applied to the food and beverage subtotal for those caterers on our preferred list. For a caterer off our preferred list, a 10% fee will apply.
Do you have an in-house bar service?
A. Yes, Old Wide Awake is proud to offer our in-house bar service. Packages can be shared with a signed contract.
What are the measurements of the dining room table, the mantle in the downstairs bar, and the outside patio?
A. The dining room table measures 70″ x 40″.
A. The mantle in the downstairs bar measures 78″ x10″.
A. The size of the outside patio is 70’x 30′.
Can we do set up prior to the event?
A. Yes, if another event is not booked the day before yours, items can be dropped off with venue permission in designated places at your own risk. Keep in mind that Old Wide Awake is not a “workspace” for personal, floral, or décor assembly. All drop-off items/rentals delivered on rehearsal day must be approved by the Event Coordinator, Margaret McKenzie. You or your Event Planner must be present to receive any rentals or dropped-off items. No box-style trucks are allowed down the driveway, and no vehicles are permitted to pull up on the grass next to the house. Violations with forfeit your security deposit.
Do I have to clean up after my party?
A. Yes, you and your Event Planner are responsible for clean-up. It is your responsibility to inform your caterers that trash removal must be completed before they leave. Your caterer is required to check out with our Site Manager. Following clean-up guidelines ensures the return of your $500 deposit.
Your Event Planner must complete a final inspection with our Site Manager before leaving.