FAQs
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What are the costs?
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There are no costs associated with attending the ceremony or staying at the castle. The rooms are covered by the Bride and Groom, as well as breakfasts each morning from 8:30 AM to 10 AM on Saturday and Sunday. Soft drinks are also included in your stay, and will be served from the pub in the castle.
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How does check-in work?
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Guests are allowed to arrive for check-in at 3 PM on Friday. The bridal party will be at the castle entrance to greet guests. The venue requires guests to have a Visa, MasterCard, or Discover card to put on file for their room like any other hotel. This is to charge guests for alcohol purchased during their stay, as well as for protection against any damages that may occur.
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What is the attire?
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We ask that all guests wear formal wedding attire to the ceremony and reception.
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Will there be an open bar?
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No, there will not be an open bar, however, there will be alcohol served in the pub in the castle until 10 PM. Guests will be charged for any drinks they ordered at checkout.
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Can we bring food?
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Yes, you are welcome to bring your own food. The cabins and cottages have mini fridges to store cold items, but a cooler is also allowed. You CANNOT, however, bring your own alcohol.
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Where can we get food?
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There are grocery stores, restaurants, and fast food within a 20-minute drive of the castle, but you can also order food via delivery apps to the castle grounds. The pub in the castle will also sell snacks and alcohol during normal operating hours.
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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?
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Yes! We ask that all allergies and dietary restrictions be shared with the Bride and Groom during or before submitting your RSVP.
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Can I switch rooms/cabins?
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No. A lot of work has gone into ensuring that everyone has space to accommodate each family. When the official housing assignments are released, there will be no changes. Any specific accommodation requests need to be submitted to the Bride or Groom before 8/1/25.
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
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Yes, there is a parking lot on the castle grounds a short walk from all of the accommodations. There is a separate parking lot for the Huntsman's hallow cabins, as they are about a quarter mile away from the castle with a trail that connects the two areas.
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When should I RSVP by?
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Please RSVP by August 1st, 2025. If you do not RSVP by this time, we cannot guarantee accommodations for you or your family.
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How is the cell signal?
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The signal for cell phones and other devices is spotty at best, and nonexistent at worst. We HIGHLY recommend downloading maps before making the trip in case you lose signal on the way down.
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Is there free Wi-Fi?
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Yes, there is free Wi-Fi in the castle, however, the signal does not reach any of the cabins.
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Are pets allowed?
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From the Ravenwood website: "While we are pet people ourselves, we are unable to host pets in our guest rooms." No pets allowed.
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Is smoking allowed?
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From the Ravenwood website: "Please note that under Ohio law, our inn is completely non-smoking inside. Smoking is permitted outside in designated areas only."
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Can I bring a date?
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There is a limited number of accommodations, and the venue has a maximum occupancy limit of 50 people total. This means that we have to be very particular about who is coming. If you received an invitation that states that you are allowed a +1, then you can bring a date. Anyone already in a relationship or with a partner will receive an invitation naming all welcome parties.
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I still have questions...
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Please reach out directly to the Bride or Groom, and we will do our best to answer your question(s).