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VENUE

  • Historic Ballroom: Ceremony Maximum Capacity 160 guests
    The Atrium: Ceremony & Reception Maximum Capacity 190 guests
    Front Lawn: Ceremony Maximum Capacity 190 guests
    Briar Lawn: Ceremony Maximum Capacity 190 guests
    Rose Garden: Ceremony Maximum Capacity - more to come

  • Yes! Cedarhurst features two beautifully appointed private suites for your wedding party:
    The Bridal Suite offers an elegant, European-inspired setting with natural light, salon stations, vintage furnishings, and a private restroom — ideal for pre-ceremony preparation and portraits.
    The Groom’s Lounge evokes the feel of a refined club room, with leather seating, deep-hued walls, vintage bar space, game table, and garden views — a perfect retreat for the wedding party to relax and prepare.

  • Our venue offers 4 unique indoor and 3 outdoor spaces for your day. Customize your wedding day by hosting your ceremony, social hour, and reception in a variety of combinations of the Historic Ballroom, The Atrium, The Rose Garden, The Front Lawn, and The Foundry Lounge. Two differently styled getting ready suites provide space for the wedding party to get ready for the day as well.

  • All food & beverage throughout your event must be provided by Cedarhurst Mansion Catering. We are pleased to provide refreshments for you! Our team will work with you to create a pre-ceremony menu that fits your group (this can also be included to reach your catering minimum)!

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AMENITIES

  • There are several hotel options conveniently located nearby in Cottage Grove and Woodbury, ranging from boutique accommodations to larger hotel brands. Many of these hotels offer shuttle service to and from Cedarhurst Mansion. Our team is happy to provide a recommended list.

  • We provide you with Luxury Ceremony & Reception Chairs, Guest Tables, Head table, Gift & Escort Card Tables, Full Place Setting including Decorative Charger Plates, White Standard Knee Length Table Linens & Napkins, Centerpiece Options, Glass Votive Candles, Table Numbers with Stands, Wedding Arch, and Card Box. 

  • Yes. Once your ceremony begins, your event coordinator will move the gifts & cards to a secure gift room and periodically check the card box throughout the evening to ensure no cards are left inside. You will select the person(s) who will be responsible for them at the end of the evening. Carts can be provided to bring gifts to a waiting vehicle.

  • Day of Venue Coordinator:
    You will have an expert Venue Coordinator with you from the time you arrive until after the ceremony. The coordinator will run your rehearsal, line everyone up for the ceremony, coordinate with vendors as they arrive at the venue, assist with set up of venue owned event decor, move your gifts & cards into a secure closet and manage time throughout the day so the event runs smoothly and according to plan.

    Night Venue Coordinator:
    This person will arrive as your guests begin to arrive, assist with the ceremony, and remain with you until the end of the evening. They will coordinate with the catering team and DJ to ensure everything runs on schedule according to the plan, and will also handle the teardown of any venue-owned décor items.

    Event Attendants:
    The Event Attendant will assist with the set up of venue-owned decor set up and keep the venue tidy as you and your guests enjoy the different spaces and will guide the guest flow from space to space.

  • Yes! Cedarhurst Mansion is ADA compliant, with accessible pathways, ramps, and restrooms for guests with mobility needs.

  • Yes! Cedarhurst offers on-site parking for guests — with ample space to accommodate full-capacity events. The parking area is private to Cedarhurst Mansion and available for use throughout your rental period.

CATERING

  • From cocktail hour to late-night bites, our in-house catering team delivers exceptional cuisine tailored to your celebration. You will be working with a catering representative on selecting your menu options and bar service upgrades.

  • Yes — food and beverage minimums vary depending on event date and season. Our team will provide full details during your consultation.

VENDORS

  • Our policies are in line with most venues. All candles must be surrounded by glass (referred to as "no open flame"). We do not allow bubbles, rice, glitter, or confetti. Rose petals may be used inside on the tables. For outdoor ceremonies, real rose petals may be used on the ground.

  • Absolutely! Other than catering and bar service, you may bring in any vendors, however, amounts will not be deducted from your overall package price. Cedarhurst Mansion does have a preferred vendor - Bellagala - who offers 8 wedding services with artists that are very familiar with our venue. You are welcome to work with whomever you feel is the best fit for your special day!

  • Yes! Cedarhurst Mansion's Grand Ballroom and Glass Atrium provide ample space for both a live band and a generous dance floor — perfect for an unforgettable evening of celebration.

  • Yes! A professional handler is required for all furry friends; Please see services by Doggy Social.

ESSENTIALS PACKAGE

  • This “One and Done” Essentials Package is your one-stop planning experience with all aspects of your wedding covered under one simple price. The luxury of selecting a package of this nature is that all of your venue costs, full reception decor, a venue coordinator, your vendors such as photography, DJ and floral, and even a full menu with professional catering service expenses are secured at the time you select your date! 

  • Your Essentials Package is set for 100 guests in the beginning of your planning experience. Of course, as you are building a guest list, these numbers will fluctuate based on attendance, so we offer an add or subtract rate that is broken down as follows:
    Add guests for $90/person or remove guests for $80/person
    *50 guest count minimum / please consult maximum with your venue representative based on capacity

  • Part of the luxury you receive with the Essentials Package is the stress-free experience of not making 100 decisions, and hiring 20 different vendors! That being said, you will make selections on overall decor options, your floral selections, and any of our vendor and catering related “Upgrades”.

  • No, a tasting is not included in the Essentials Package. This is by design as the simplicity of this package is exactly what enables us to honor such an out-of-this-world price. If a tasting is a “must have” for you, our a la carte options may be a better fit. While our a la carte options come at a higher price point, you will have more flexibility/choice. 

  • You will receive a $1,500 floral credit (not including applicable taxes and service fees) that you may spend however you might like. Ideas of where our couples choose to allocate this credit might be for all personal flowers and bouquets for the wedding party , or perhaps guest table greenery and arrangements , or decorating the arch we provide at the altar within your package. When planning, if you wish to exceed the $1,500 floral credit, our team will absolutely work with you on expanding your floral needs!

  • Within your photography package, you will receive 7 hours of coverage, a 2nd shooter, with all rights to the photos within your gallery! See samples of our Bellagala photography team where you will be assigned a professional, experienced photographer.

  • Your DJ will be assigned within our Award Winning Bellagala team list of DJ’s! They will have knowledge of your venue spaces and provide full ceremony coverage, cocktail hour, dinner, and dancing into the evening.

  • The Essentials Package was created by our team of experienced, former wedding planners so that there is not a lengthy list of “What is Left to Plan” items! A few things to consider when planning after securing your Essentials Package date might be customizing your package with our optional upgrades!

    Other ideas of items to plan outside of the Essentials Package - Hair & Makeup, Your Wedding Attire and Dress, Sending Save the Date + Invitations, Hotel Room Block, Place Cards & Signage.