Question 1

How do I reserve a date for my event?

Accepted Answer

To reserve a date at Abbot’s Passage, a deposit equal to half the venue fee and a signed contract are required.

Question 2

What does the venue rental include?

Accepted Answer

The rental rate includes exclusive use of the venue for your event. We also have 100 folding chairs, 8-72” round tables, 8-8’ banquet tables, two barrel bars, 3 barrel-top tables, two fire pits and two sets of patio lounge furniture, which are included in the site fee.

Question 3

What is the timing for my wedding?

Accepted Answer

The venue rental is from 4-lOpm. Wedding Guests cannot access the venue any earlier than 4pm. The Wedding Party has access to the property for photos starting at 1pm. Access to the tasting room is only after business hours, starting at 7:30pm. Sonoma County has a noise ordinance, which requires that our events have a stop time of 10pm.

Question 4

When can we have access for event setup?

Accepted Answer

Rentals can be delivered as early as 7am.

Question 5

Is there a Bridal Suite?

Accepted Answer

Beginning at 2pm, the bridal party has access to the Garden Room.

Question 6

Do we have access to the Barrel Cellar?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, the Barrel Cellar is a working space, so we do not allow access for your wedding. We can, however, arrange for photos of the bride & groom to take place in the Barrel Cellar, accompanied by staff.

Question 7

Can I host a ceremony rehearsal?

Accepted Answer

A one-hour ceremony rehearsal can be hosted the day prior to your wedding. All rehearsal times are subject to other events being hosted at the venue and must be scheduled with the events office. Guests of the rehearsal will not be allowed in the tasting room without reservations.

Question 8

Do you require a wedding planner?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we do require a qualified, licensed wedding planner. The wedding planner may not be someone who is in the wedding party or attending the wedding as a guest. Please reference the list of our preferred professionals for recommendations.

Question 9

Do you provide catering services?

Accepted Answer

Abbot’s Passage does not provide on-site catering. Sonoma and the surrounding area are filled with seasoned catering professionals with a depth of experience. All catering companies listed on our preferred professionals sheet have already been pre-approved and are very familiar with our property.

Question 10

What is the payment schedule?

Accepted Answer

A deposit of half of the total venue fee is due one week after signing the contract. The remaining half will be due two months prior to the date of the event. The wine charges will be due 30 days prior to the date of the event.

Question 11

What happens if it rains?

Accepted Answer

The ceremony site can accommodate a tent, should you choose to rent one.

Question 12

Can I schedule a wine tasting?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We encourage you to schedule a tasting with the events department leading up to your event so you can choose which wines you would like served at your wedding.

Question 13

Can I bring in outside beverages?

Accepted Answer

All wine will be provided by Abbot’s Passage. You are allowed to bring in beer and non-alcoholic beverages. If you would like to include a selection from Gundlach Bundschu Winery, we can facilitate that request. No liquor is permitted on premise for the event.

Question 14

Can we take photos in the vineyards?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You are welcome to take photos anywhere on property for your wedding with the exception of the tasting room, olive grove and areas being used by the tasting public during business hours.

Question 15

Do you allow food trucks?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We're one of the few wine country wedding venues that allows food trucks.

Question 16

Do you offer off-season rates?

Accepted Answer

We offer tiered rates based on the day of the week you select for your wedding.

Question 17

Can we have a cigar bar?

Accepted Answer

Due to the risk of fires, we do not allow open flame smoking on property.

Question 18

Can we have a live band?

Accepted Answer

Our permits do not allow amplified, live music on our property.

Question 19

Are there overnight accommodations on property?

Accepted Answer

There are no onsite accommodations, but the towns of Glen Ellen and Sonoma have many options for your guests and wedding party.

Question 20

When can we tour the venue?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We are available for tours by reservation only, so our team can accompany you and answer your questions.

Question 21

Do you have on-site parking?

Accepted Answer

Yes, offer self-parking.

Question 22

Do you have accessible facilities?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all our facilities are wheelchair accessible.

Question 23

What is your off-peak season?

Accepted Answer

We do not have peak season rates, but offer tiers for Saturdays, Friday & Sunday and Monday - Thursday.

Question 24

What is your peak season?

Accepted Answer

We do not have peak season rates, but offer tiers for Saturdays, Friday & Sunday and Monday - Thursday.

Question 25

Can we bring our own alcohol?

Accepted Answer

All wine will be provided by Abbot’s Passage. You are allowed to bring in beer and non-alcoholic beverages. If you would like to include a selection from Gundlach Bundschu Winery, we can facilitate that request. No liquor is permitted on premise for the event.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I reserve a date for my event?

What does the venue rental include?

What is the timing for my wedding?

When can we have access for event setup?

Is there a Bridal Suite?

Do we have access to the Barrel Cellar?

Can I host a ceremony rehearsal?

Do you require a wedding planner?

Do you provide catering services?

What is the payment schedule?

What happens if it rains?

Can I schedule a wine tasting?

Can I bring in outside beverages?

Can we take photos in the vineyards?

Do you allow food trucks?

Do you offer off-season rates?

Can we have a cigar bar?

Can we have a live band?

Are there overnight accommodations on property?

When can we tour the venue?

Do you have on-site parking?

Do you have accessible facilities?

What is your off-peak season?

What is your peak season?

Can we bring our own alcohol?

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