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FREQUENTLY
ASKED
QUESTIONS

How far in advance should we reserve a date for our event?
  1. If you have a specific date and ARE NOT FLEXIBLE, we recommend that you secure your date a minimum of 12 – 16 months in advance.
Do you provide tables, chairs, and linens for your reception halls?
  1. Tables and chairs are provided. For linens, a wide array of linens are available.
How long do we get to use your facilities?
  1. That depends on which package you choose.  A one day package is from 8 AM to 12 AM.  A two day rental would be from 8:00 AM on day 1 until 12 AM on day 2.  Please note that 12 AM is the time that all items should be removed and all guests departed.
What is provided at your ceremony sites?
  1. Tables, chairs, basic linens and use of our vast collection of décor.
Does Sullivan Barn have overnight accommodations?
  1. Sullivan Barn is proud to offer limited onsite lodging.  Ask our manager for a list of recommended hotels when you tour the venue.
What is included in the rental price of the venue?
  1. Your choice of vendors
  2. Friendly and helpful staff to assist you
  3. Tables & chairs for reception
  4. Bride & Groom suites
  5. Outdoor and Indoor Ceremony Sites with padded chair Seating
  6. Furniture Setup
  7. Plenty of parking
  8. Bridal/Engagement photo shoots
  9. Use of Linens and table decorations
Is Sullivan Barn climate-controlled?
  1. Yes!  Indoor areas are.  Even outdoor areas of the barn are comfortable due to special insulation that has been installed to insure your comfort year round.
What types of tables are available?
  1. 60″ round tables [seat 6-8]
  2. 70″ round tables [seat 8-10]
  3. 8′ rectangular tables
  4. 6′ rectangular tables,
  5. 32″ round “high top” tables
  6. 8′ reclaimed wooden tables
  7. 5′ decorative table
  8. 3’decorative table
  9. Door table
Who sets up and breaks down the tables and chairs inside and the chairs at the ceremony site?
  1. Sullivan Barn will coordinate with you to set up the tables and chairs.  Our staff takes care of all set up and breakdown of the furniture, exactly to your specifications.  We’ll work with you on a seating plan for your guests – send it in just before your event and we’ll take care of all the heavy lifting for you!
What size should the table linens be?
  1. For the 60″ round tables we recommend a 120″ linen.  For the 70″ tables we recommend 130″ linen.
What decor restrictions exist indoors?
  1. We ask you to please avoid the following when decorating: sand, open flame candles, glitter, paper confetti, bubbles, cornmeal (for dancing), fake flower petals, silly string, and nailing, screwing, or stapling. Also, please use non-marking tape (i.e. duct tape not permitted).
What restrictions exist for outdoor decor or items to toss upon departure?
  1. Please avoid using silk flower petals, confetti, silly string, glitter, and nailing, screwing or stapling into wood. Please do not use sparklers or rice upon departure. Also please avoid putting any decor into the water features, including but not limited to floating candles and flowers.
Does Sullivan Barn have dressing rooms?
  1. We takes great pride in providing beautiful, comfortable ladies’ and men’s dressing rooms.
What kitchen amenities are available?
  1. There is a large refrigerator, large sinks, ice machine, and several prep tables. There is a commercial warmer for use by your caterer.  We also have both a gas grill and a big green egg that may be used.  We have a soft serve ice cream machine available.
What are the rules for alcohol?
  1. Only beer and wine are allowed to be served.  Any and adult beverage that is served must be served by a TABC bartender, including champagne toasts. No alcohol is permitted to be self-served at guest tables or anywhere on property where a TABC bartender is not serving the alcohol. All who consume alcohol must be prepared to show a government issued identification card.
What is the day of rental time policy?
  1. There is a total of 16 hours allotted for each day of the event. The day begins at 8am and ends at midnight. All serving of alcohol must stop by 11pm and music must be turned off at 11pm in order to facilitate all items and guests to be gone by midnight.
Who is in charge of cleanup?
  1. As part of the package, you will not be in charge of sweeping or cleaning anything at a Sullivan Barn venue. However, in order to best protect your belongings and rental items outside of Sullivan Barn, you will be in charge of clearing the tables at evening’s end, collecting your table linens, and taking down all decor and other such items that were provided by your party.
Are there any extra costs or hidden fees?
  1. Absolutely not! Just like you, Sullivan Barn does not believe in nickeling and diming. The price is inclusive of the several amenities that are offered. No tax will be charged.  Gratuity is at your discretion.
May we take bridal and/or engagement pictures on property?
  1. Absolutely! We are honored that you would want to take such memorable pictures with us. Please schedule your shoot on a Monday through Thursday during regular office hours with the manager. Also, to be respectful of other events, please verify five days in advance that the facility is still available for a photo shoot in the case that an event books at the last minute.
  2. If you want to submit your photos we might even use them in a advertisement!  Signed photographer release is required.
Should I tip?
  1. Just like with any service industry, it isn’t required, but is greatly appreciated and is common practice