What to expect at The Willows
Browse the FAQs below to know more about what to expect when booking your event at The Willows.
The purpose of the FAQs is to tell you all the important details about booking with The Willows like facilities, amenities, and the possibilities available for you to transform the venue into a special day.
If you do not find the answer to your question here, please contact us.
The Willows FAQs
- What changes can I make to the venue?Your creativity can transform the quaint red barn into an Italian villa or a rustic cowboy's rodeo. We have had previous events transform the barn into a relaxed bohemian scene and a luxurious looking palace. Whatever your vision, we want to help create it for you.
- What is the outdoor space available like?The barn sits alongside a large pond against the backdrop of a working ranch. Thundercloud flowering plum and Leyland cypress trees inside the dramatic gates grace the road to The Willows. A lovely fountain greets guests at the barn entrance, where they can check in and enjoy a beverage on the reception terrace, overlooking the valley.
- Are horses or other animals on the property?The Willows is an important part of the Willow Branch Horse Haven, a licensed non-profit rescue operation, located at the top of the long drive that runs past The Willows barn. Horses and donkeys in need are sheltered and rehabilitated at Willow Branch, and whenever possible, placed in foster or forever homes. All proceeds from events hosted at The Willows are donated to Willow Branch. The horses graze the pastures out beyond the huge patio. Closer by, friendly goats watch over The Willows on from their enclosure and welcome anybody who wants to visit them.
- Does the venue have bathrooms and running water?Yes, The Willows has running water and 4 bathrooms. Two of the facilities are available for all guests during the event and two are located in the changing rooms, reserved for brides and grooms when the event is a wedding.
- Does the venue offer tables and chairs?Yes! We can provide your event with 25 tables that seat 8 people each along with 15 tables of various sizes and 200 chairs.
- What is the event timeline for set up, event and clean up?For events that involve elaborate decorations, like most weddings, we allow three full days for set-up, the event itself, and cleanup. During the event, music must be turned off at 10 p.m.
- Where will the guests park?We have plenty of space for parking. The main parking area is conveniently located near the entrance to the barn. In all, there are three lots that can be used, and we can provide a parking attendant to facilitate guest arrivals.
- Can the venue accommodate a Full Bar?Yes, we are licensed for alcohol service. We work with VIP Beverage, and we provide the first alcohol monitor.
- Do I have to purchase insurance?Yes, we require that every event host have liability insurance and we recommend Fiesta. Please find information at Fiesta Event Insurance. We have the necessary insurances for the property, as well.
- Can a live band or DJ set up in the barn?Yes! The barn is equipped with many electrical outlets and can support sound equipment.
- Is there a curfew for music?Yes, it is 10 p.m.
- Can I ride in to the ceremony on my horse?Of course you can! We are a horse ranch after all. We have had a bride do just that and we are prepared to help with necessary arrangements. We have extra stalls, if you bring your own horses.
- Anything else?If you have other creative ideas, we are happy to find a way to make your dreams come true!