Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rental fee for Seven Paths Manor?
The details of the initial investment amount are available here, and the list of additional rental items offered is available for your review here.
What dates are available?
All of our available dates for 2024 and 2025 are available here. All of our dates are updated real time as contracts are received. If you have a question regarding a specific date, please submit an email to: weddings@sevenpathsmanor.com.
What does (Pending) mean on available dates?
Once a contract has gone out to a couple, there is a 5 day hold on that date. This allows for reviewing the contract and contacting our team with any questions. It’s basically the “due diligence” period for your Seven Paths Manor contract. Once both the contract is signed and the deposit received within those 5 days, the date(s) will be removed from the website. If you have a question regarding a specific date, please submit an email to: weddings@sevenpathsmanor.com.
What is your cancellation/re-scheduled date policy?
All date securing deposits are non-refundable. We do not currently have an additional cancellation fee in place. Keep in mind that policies are subject to change at any time as we continue to implement best practices for our venue. We also currently do not charge a fee for re-scheduling and will allow your deposit to be moved to another available date (1 time). Again, policies are subject to change. If you are suspecting that you may need to cancel or change your date, please contact us as soon as possible via email.
Do I have to complete a site tour before I can book a date?
You do not have to come on site for a tour in order to book a specific date. We do have a virtual tour available. If you would like to move forward with seeing the virtual tour, or more information on securing a specific date, please email weddings@sevenpathsmanor.com.
How much is the deposit, and do you offer payment plans?
We require 50% of the venue rental fee to be paid and a contract signed in order to officially secure a date. This 50% deposit is like unto a retainer and is non-refundable. At the halfway mark from your signed contract date and your event date, 50% of the remaining fee will be due. The final installment will be required 30 days prior to the event. The payments for the remaining rental fee amount and any additional items added to your wedding package will be outlined in your contract. You are more than welcome to make additional payments toward the remaining amount owed at your own pace, so in effect creating your own payment plan. All payments must be received by the specified final due date. We also reserve the right to request a credit card on file for any damages to the facility or grounds.
What form of payment does Seven Paths Manor Accept?
We accept cash, check, and all major credit cards. There is no additional fee for payment with a credit card.
Do I need to purchase Event Liability Insurance?
Yes! We of course have insurance for our venue. However, we do require that our couples obtain event liability insurance for their event. This policy must be for coverage of at least a million dollars and must have Seven Paths Manor listed and be received no later than 30 days prior to your event. You may choose whatever insurance company you would like. We have had several couples provide positive feedback with using eventsured.
Do I have to schedule a tour, or can I just stop by?
We want to make sure that we provide optimal service. Therefore, we do require that you schedule a tour, so that we can ensure we are available to focus our time and attention on you.
Are there overnight accommodations nearby for my guests?
One of the wonderful perks of booking a weekend event with us is that you will be able to provide overnight accommodations for up to 25 guests directly on site with the Manor House, and more if you add the Couples Cottage to your package as well. There are also several hotels located only 15-20 minutes away. You can find nearby hotel information in our Guest Resources.
Is there a shuttle service available from hotels or the airport to the venue?
Yes! We do have Preferred Vendor shuttle service options if needed from either a nearby hotel or the RDU airport. The current list of available shuttle services can be found by clicking here. There are also local hotels that provide a complimentary shuttle up to 10 guests per van to and from the venue. You can see the hotel information in our Guest Resources.
How does the on-site golf cart shuttling work?
We have 3 oversized golf carts on site that we use for shuttling our couples, their vendors, and their guests. Between all 3 golf carts there are 17 seats available excluding the driver. It is not feasible for our team to provide rides around the venue for all of your invited guests. We try to accommodate needs (and many times wants) as much as we can. However, we do focus our direct shuttling attention, to the couple, guests in need (medical), and vendors with large or heavy items that need to travel a long distance. Please make sure your guests are aware of the expanse of our venue and the importance of wearing comfortable and appropriate footwear. Depending on which venue areas you select for your event, there could be a lot of walking!
Are pets allowed at the venue?
Absolutely! We love animals and completely understand your desire to have your beloved pet share this special experience with you. Should you desire to have your furry loved one join you in the Manor House, there is an additional fee which you can view here. There is no fee for approved pets that will not be entering the Manor House. However, any pets brought onsite must be approved 2 weeks prior to the event and must be leashed and accompanied at all times by an assigned member of your group. Should you decide, you would like to bring any other types of animals including horses, cats, etc., Please email our team for approval or information on any additional costs.
What is the rain contingency plan?
As many of us are aware, North Carolina weather is not known for its predictability. Therefore, we have got you covered- literally. We have covered options for both the Ceremony and Reception, so that you can still enjoy separate event spaces. Should you decide to do both the Ceremony and the Reception under the pavilion, we have layout options available for you!
Do you decorate with the décor items you provide?
We have hundreds of free to use décor items. However, we will only set-out the items you have selected from our “something borrowed” collection for your decorating experts to beautify your venue areas. If you would like to utilize the SPM decorating services for your event, you will need to schedule a time to meet with our team to have a consultation. The cost of the in-house decor consultation is $150.00 and is applied to the cost of your design services quote if you decide to move forward, or the cost for our time and the decor ideas and inspiration if you decide to not move forward with the design services quote. The cost is determined by hour for our services. You can see the price per hour for this service here. If you are wanting additional custom items not listed in the Something Borrowed Collection, there is also a charge for these items and will be determined on a case-by-case basis as part of your custom decor quote.
What is your event clean-up process?
Seven Paths Manor will handle standard clean-up and trash removal throughout and following your event. However, we do not handle any clean-up or boxing of food items. This means that we also do not bus tables. It is the responsibility of your catering team to ensure that all tables are properly bussed. We do require that you have a clean-up committee to handle the removal of cards, gifts, and any personal items. Also, excessive trash and use of unapproved items at the venue will result in a clean-up fee as defined by your signed contract.
What time does the music need to end?
The music must be turned down to an “elevator level” at 10:00 and conclude at 10:30 p.m. to allow time for all of your personal items, vendors, etc. to be gone by the event conclusion time of 11:00 p.m. There is additional cost to add time to your event. You can find those details by clicking here.
Are children allowed at the venue, and is there an area for them to go?
Yes! There is a HUGE lawn area located to the side of the reception pavilion where children are more than welcome to get their wiggles out. Please note that it is the parents or guardians’ responsibility to monitor their children at all times. We kindly ask that all guests be mindful of the water features, ponds, and Hyatt Haven animals during the event. We want everyone to be safe and enjoy their time at Seven Paths Manor.
Is smoking allowed on the property?
Should you need them, we can provide dedicated smoking areas for your guests. These smoking areas will be marked by signs. Guests MUST use the provided ash trays. Any cigarette butts left by your guests on the ground will result in an additional clean-up fee. THERE IS ABSOLUTLEY NO SMOKING-allowed in the Manor House, Pavilion, Barn, or Gazebos.
How do you handle guests that show up late during the ceremony?
To make sure that your ceremony is not disrupted while in session. The front gates of the venue are closed or blocked during the ceremony. Should you have guests arrive during that time, they will be directed to the second entrance of the venue and will be instructed to wait until the ceremony is completed to join the party. Please kindly explain the importance of being on time to your guests.
Can we drop off items for our wedding prior to our event?
Dropping off items before your event is dealt with on a case-by-case basis for Day Only events. Any couple that books the 2-day or weekend rental will have plenty of access to the venue to drop off items. If you have booked a Day Only event, please email our team to see what options are available.
Will I receive a refund if I paid for additional guests, and they don’t show up?
We hope everyone you invite is able to attend your wedding, however we understand that sometimes it just doesn’t work out that way. Please understand that the Seven Paths Manor Team will be staffed and have everything set up to accommodate all of the guests you paid for. We still have the set-up and clean-up costs regardless of whether or not all the seats are filled, tables utilized, or cars parked. Therefore, we do not provide any refunds for guests that are unable to attend.
What happens if additional guests show up to our event?
Should you have guests show up that exceed the amount agreed upon in your contract, there will be an additional charge added per guest. To obtain the full details of this policy, please email our team.
What about rehearsals?
Having a great ceremony is SO MUCH MORE about having a qualified officiant and qualified DJ than it is where you practice. In our opinion (after several weddings at Seven Paths Manor), it doesn’t matter where you practice. It is important that you DO practice and that you have a competent DJ and officiant. If you have rented the Thurs./Fri. 2 Day package at Seven Paths Manor, or the Weekend Stay, you are welcome to do your rehearsal, rehearsal dinner, and decorate the night before your wedding. If you have booked one day at the venue or the Sat./Sun. 2 Day package, you may practice/rehearse at an open house or offsite at the location of your choosing, unless you have coordinated an alternate plan with a Seven Paths Manor team member. To find out other rehearsal options that may be available to you, please email our team.
How many guests can Seven Paths Manor accommodate?
We can comfortably accommodate up to 200 guests for your wedding event within the venue areas. There is an additional charge for adding guests. Please contact our team if you are interested in having a larger guest count for your event. The preliminary costs of additional guest counts can be found here.
What are the check in/check out times for a Weekend Rental?
Check in for a SPM Weekend Rental is 12:00 p.m. on Friday before your event and check out is at 12:00 p.m. on Sunday after your event. Extended check out is available. You can see additional weekend rental information here.
What is there to do for an entire weekend?
Seven Paths Manor is home of Hyatt Haven Ranch, so there are many activities to make your weekend an absolute blast. Relax in the Manor House. Soak in the indoor oversized jetted tub, or outdoor in the Hot tub. You can also enjoy our 12 Jet double headed Rain Shower or spread out and enjoy family snuggle time on the oversized Italian Leather Sectional. The comforts have no end! Also, extra time at the venue allows for a calming stress-free wedding experience.
How does the 2-day Thurs./Fri. rental package work?
Sometimes it’s nice to have extra time at the venue to rehearse, have a rehearsal dinner, start setting up/decorating for your event, or just enjoy some of our on-site activities. Couples will be provided access to the venue on Thursday, prior to their Friday event, from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm (6 hours). You can adjust the 6 hours by moving the time up ex: 2:00-8:00 pm. However, we do not extend the time beyond 9:00 pm for a Thurs./Fri. event. Up to 40 guests are included to enjoy the festivities with you on Thursday. Should you desire to have more guests join the fun, you can add additional guests in increments of ten. The cost to add additional guests can be found here. This is a great option for the couple that wants extra time at the venue, but staying the weekend isn’t going to work out. You can see the cost for this here.
How does the 2-day Sat./Sun. rental package work?
After an amazing day of pictures, dancing, and all of the fun festivities, being able to just go back into the Manor House and enjoy a comfortable evening is the icing on the cake! We have two overnight stay options with this package. You can either enjoy the evening with just you and your new spouse, or you can invite guests to join you (max of 20 overnight guests total)! The Sat./Sun. package will allow you access to the SPM pool and hot tub (for Manor House guests only). You may also enjoy having brunch with your guests Sunday morning. We have had several guests enjoy this time to enjoy the last moments of your event with friends and family. Our preferred vendor Michaels Showside Grill offers a custom cooked brunch. Should you be interested in these services, you can find his contact information by clicking here. You can see the cost of this wedding package by clicking here.
I see that a single day rental is 10 hours. What if I want more time?
The 10-hour rental time can start anytime you need but does not extend beyond 11:00 pm. Should you need more time for your vendors and guests, additional time can be added to your rental fee. The cost for additional time can be found here. We do allow for the bride and bridal party to have earlier access to the venue to start get ready for no additional cost (9:00 am the morning of your event). For more details regarding venue time and access, please email our team.
Do we have to use your preferred vendors?
We have wonderful relationships with our preferred vendors and can absolutely vouch for their excellent service. However, we do allow for you to use any vendor of your choice for services such as catering, floral, photography, videography, planning, coordinating, etc.
Can I use my own Caterer?
Yes! Seven Paths Manor understands that you may have your heart set on a specific cuisine! We definitely don’t want to block that vision from coming to life! We have preferred vendors available that we absolutely love! Neither Seven Paths Manor or our preferred vendors require food or bar minimums. That’s right, we do not require food or bar minimums! We also allow you to bring in your own catering option.
We love food trucks and family favorites! Just contact our team for guidelines and policies regarding providing your own catering options.
Is alcohol allowed on site, and can we bring our own?
Yes and No! We do allow for alcohol on site. However, we do require the use of a licensed bar service. We have preferred vendors that can provide this service and are willing to serve alcohol that you provide, but we do not allow brown bagging on site. If you do opt to utilize a bar service not on our preferred vendor list, they must be both licensed and insured. We MUST receive proof of this license and insurance information no later than 30 days prior to your event in order for you to have alcohol at your event.
Do I have to have a Day of Coordinator?
Yes! We require that you have a person to make decisions on your behalf the day of your event. We do allow you to use your judgement in the selection of this important role. We do have recommendations of Day of Coordinators that have served at our venue before and done an excellent job. If you would like a list of these recommendations, you may email our team. We also have in-house Day of Coordination Services you can sign up for. However, keep in mind for our in-house Day of Coordination Services, any member of our team may be assigned to serve you in that capacity. We currently ONLY offer Day of Coordination in-house. We do not offer full wedding planning services (yes there is a BIG difference between the two services). The list of responsibilities included with our in-house Day of Coordination services can be found by clicking here. For additional information regarding Day of Coordinator assistance options, please email our team!
Is Parking available on site?
Yes! We have multiple lighted parking areas out of the way of the main venue areas. This ensures that you do not experience vehicle “photo-bombs”. We will have parking attendants available during your event to direct guests on where to park.
Will there be another wedding on the same day?
We are an Exclusive Use venue, which means that when you book an event with us, you are the sole focus of our team on your event day.
Do you provide linens, cups, silver-ware etc.?
Ok, here’s the deal with linens…we have gently used (clean) white linens that are free to use and are available to add to your “Something Borrowed” cart. These linens are laundered and folded. However, they are not ironed or steamed. Should you like to rent linens, we have wonderful rental options we can provide for you. Click here to see our preferred vendors for rentals. We currently do not provide cups, silverware, plates, or table settings of any kind. If you are wanting great quality plastic items, Smarty had a Party is an excellent site that provides a large variety of beautiful and affordable disposable wedding place settings. If you are wanting to rent real silverware, plates, napkins, and/or glasses, please contact one of our preferred vendors.
Are the Seven Paths Manor’s “Something Borrowed Linens” Ironed and/or Pressed/Steamed?
Due to the fact that Seven Paths Manor’s Something Borrowed Linens are free to use, they do not come ironed, steamed, or pressed. They are “gently used” meaning that they will come clean, but they will not be without flaw, such as wrinkles or some minor stains. We do provide an ironing service. You can find the cost of this service here. We also have preferred vendors that have amazing items to rent.
Do you provide tables and chairs?
We do! We currently have 2 chair styles to choose from, and both round and rectangular tables. Your initial investment pricing includes tables and chairs set up for 200 guests for both the Ceremony and Reception. This is a total of 200 max chairs for the ceremony, and 200 max chairs for the reception. The pricing for additional guests is priced by increments of 10. To see the pricing please go here.
What size tables do you provide?
For the primary seating of guests in the reception pavilion, we typically use 6ft round tables that can seat 10 guests. However, we also have 6ft and 8ft rectangular tables, so you can have banquet style seating if you would like as well! We provide all of our booked couples with a wedding planning tool that will allow for you to custom design your reception space virtually. We have several different table sizes in our inventory including 5ft and 4ft round tables etc. Bottom line, you will have everything you need for your event set up…such as bridal party set-up, sweetheart table, dessert area, cake table, buffet area, dj area…etc.
If we only want to use the venue for a reception, is there a lower fee?
Excellent question. Due to the fact that we are an exclusive use venue. Meaning we only host 1 event per day. We do not change our rental fee amount should the couple decide to conduct their ceremony offsite. However, we will include the set-up of a cocktail hour area for your second venue area option.
Will Seven Paths Manor follow up with my vendors?
We will only follow up with preferred vendors that we have provided to you. All outside vendors will be your responsibility.
What time should I start my event?
That is completely up to you! However, different times of year provide varying temperatures and over-all atmosphere differences depending on the time of day. Please remember that summer days are longer and fall/winter days are shorter. We have exquisite lighting throughout the venue, so you can capture breathtaking moments during day or evening events.
Can my guests walk around the venue during our event?
In order to ensure guest safety during your event, the guests will be limited to the 2 or 3 areas that are listed for your event use in your contract. The Bride and Groom are more than welcome to take pictures around the venue, but the guests must stay in the pre-determined areas.
Is anyone allowed to enter the Manor House during the event?
The Manor House is available to the wedding party only. We will receive the list of guests from your Day of Coordinator, and only these guests will be permitted to have access to the Manor House during your event.
If we select to do a weekend stay, can we have more than the allotted 20 guests in the Manor House?
The Manor House sleeps 20 guests in beds and has a maximum occupancy of 25 guests’ total. At this time, the number of 25 Manor House guests is firm. We want to make sure that you have an ample amount of room to relax and enjoy your stay. However, we also have the SPM Couples Cottage, which has 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. There is one king suite, and 3 queen suites. There is also a fold out couch with a queen-sized mattress and 2 fold out couches with twin sized sleeping areas. There is a maximum occupancy of 15 in the Couples Cottage. This option can be added to your multi-day rental package.
Are sparklers allowed on site?
Yes! We do allow for wedding sparklers on site. We require that you use a 20” inch sparkler as a minimum. This will allow for better guest safety and pictures for you! Please email our team if you are wanting to use a different type of sparklers during your event so that you can receive approval before purchase.
Can we use confetti or other fun send off items?
Send offs of the newly married couple can definitely be one of the highlights of the evening! However, we only allow for approved sparklers and small sized biodegradable items for send offs. No rice is permitted, no floating lanterns, no fake rose petals, and no confetti items of any kind.
What size is the SPM Dance Floor?
The SPM Dance Floor is 20x20. You can see a picture of our Dance Floor here. This dance floor is included with your venue rental. We do not currently have a larger dance floor option available. We have hosted weddings of 300+ guests, and this dance floor has worked wonderfully for these events. However, you are more than welcome to rent one. Click here to see our preferred vendors for additional rental items.
Can I cover the SPM Dance Floor?
We do allow for you or your decorating team to cover the SPM Dance floor as long as you put a thin plywood protective layer over the SPM Dance Floor first. We do not allow for any adhesive or vinyl to go directly onto our Dance Floor. You can view an image of the Dance Floor being covered here. If any adhesive gets onto our dance floor, it will be the responsibility of the couple or decorator to get the adhesive off of the dance floor. If any damage occurs, there will be an additional charge to cover the cost of the damage.
Special Announcement:
As much as we love for our brides and their crew to be bronzed and beautiful the day of their event, any use of self-tanning products in conjunction with the Manor House towels and/or bedding/linens. Will result in a $300.00 minimum additional cleaning fee. Any questions, please email our team: weddings@sevenpathsmanor.com
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