Chanteclaire hosts weddings from the beginning of May to the end of October.

No. We are really great at weddings, so that’s what we stick to.

We charge $175 per person, with a 125 person minimum. As well as the rental of the farmhouse and cabin for the weekend ($1800 + taxes) and your florals ($3000-$4000 for most couples).

No. We pride ourselves on being transparent in our pricing. We don’t charge for things like cake cutting or champagne pouring. The only charges that would be different are upgrades or add-on options, which you'll be able to see before you book. But at Chanteclaire, upgrades really are EXTRA. Most couples have an EPIC wedding with our standard package.

All payments are non-refundable, and correspond with services provided. When you sign our contract, you are agreeing to fulfill it. Any event insurance you decide to purchase on your own will be your only source for refunds.

We can accommodate up to 280 guests, but 250 is what we think is most comfortable for guests.

For catering, cake, DJ/emcee, florals, and planning/coordination you have to use our team…we include it in our pricing. For all other vendors you can chose your own. We even provide a list to help you select whatever you need.

Your first $5000 payment is due when the contract is signed. It will secure your date. $7,500 is due 9 months before your wedding. Another $7,500 is due 1 month prior to your wedding. The remaining balance is due 2 weeks before your wedding.

Once you book we will send you an invoice and you can pay with your bank information through that. We also accept personal and cashier’s checks.

You will have access to the farmhouse and cabin from Friday morning until Sunday morning. Sunday check out may be flexible, and should be discussed with your planner. Extra days onsite are available for an additional fee.

Access to the barn is by appointment only, and can be arranged with your planner.

You will spend the entire morning of your wedding getting ready and taking photos around the property. From the start of your ceremony to your very last song is 6 hours. This is based on the order of events that produces the best weddings, and can be discussed in more detail with your planner. Then there is a 2 hour after party bonfire.

We only host one wedding per weekend to make sure each wedding gets the full Chanteclaire experience.

Yes, our parking lot can hold around 80 cars. Overflow is available in the front field if more space is needed.

Absolutely! The safety of you and your guests are our priority.

Yes, once you book, you will be put into contact with our planner who will help you throughout the planning process. You get a real planner, who has created and executed hundreds of weddings at Chanteclaire and other locations. The wedding planner will also be your day-of coordinator, so you’ll only deal with one person the entire time.

After your Tasting & Planning Event there is usually one 3-hour one-on-one meeting with the planner and then one 2-hour meeting with the planner and DJ. But you get our contact information and can email, call, or text anytime you need anything. If you want to schedule other meetings reach out to the planner to schedule.

Ceremony start time depends mostly on time of year. Early May & late October we recommend 4:00 or 4:30. July and August we recommend 5:30. All other times of year we recommend 5:00.

In the case of rain, as long as there are no dining tables set on the upper deck, the ceremony will be moved there. If there are dining tables, the ceremony will be moved to The Salon. Our day-of coordinator will watch the weather closely and not make the call to move until around an hour before your wedding.

Here’s some good news, you don’t have to. The Chanteclaire staff will take care of setting up the ceremony and reception areas. We will do all the work, you just have to show up!

No. Fireworks and floating lanterns are not allowed. Sparkler sendoffs are allowed but only when a staff member is there to coordinate.

Yes, but the flame cannot be open. The container must be higher than the flame. And we provide hundreds of votives, all setup and lit by us, as part of the package.

Yes! We have a list of vendors for the services we do not provide. You don’t have to use them. We just ask if you go with someone not on our list that you let us know before you book in case we’ve had any past issues with them that we want to make sure you understand.

Yes. You need to have $1,000,000 in liability insurance that covers your time at Chanteclaire Farm. Chanteclaire Farm needs to be named as the secondary insured. You can obtain this through your homeowners or renters policy. Your agent will know exactly what you’re asking about.

We host 2 group tastings a year. One in the spring and one in the fall.

At your one-on-one planning meeting with the planner you will make your decisions. Change your mind as much as you’d like up until a month prior to the wedding, when decisions will be locked.

Each couple selects their own menu. We offer a variety of proteins, starches, and vegetables.

Each guest gets: hors d'oeuvres, salad, dinner roll, 2 meats, 1 starch, and 1 vegetable.

Yes, when you send us your final count, you will indicate how many guests have dietary restrictions and what those restrictions are. We will work with you to make a meal for them.

Yes, you can add-on a variety of things. Appetizers, our specialty lemonades, extra desserts, and bonfire snacks. We love to cook, so bring us your ideas!

Yes. We know that the only way Pittsburgh couples get married is with a cookie table. But, you have to sign an agreement that you are taking liability for any food related illness, and our team will take care of all the setup and display.

Your cake design is up to you. There is not extra charge for the cake design unless there are special elements. Things like fondant, sugar flowers or hand painting will have upgrade charges.

Any leftovers will go to the couple/their family. We will package it up and get it ready to be picked up the day after the wedding.

If you don’t want the leftovers, let us know and we will donate it to a shelter.

No. There are no “extra” charges at Chanteclaire for services that every wedding needs. Those type of things are included.

Yes. We provide salad & dinner plates, dessert plates, silverware, glasses, and serving utensils.

We provide: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale, Tonic Water, Club Soda, Pineapple Juice, Cranberry Juice, Orange Juice, Lemons & Limes.

Yes. We do not have a liquor license so alcohol is your responsibility. We do recommend McHenry Beverage, but you can also bring your own.

We have a served buffet. Our staff will be behind the buffet passing the guests plate throughout the line and then giving the plate to the guest at the end of the line.

This is based on your final count. But, we do estimate 1 server for every 20 guests and 1 bartender for every 75 people.

You get the DJ for the entire duration of your event. Music will start 30 minutes before the ceremony for prelude until the last song of the night.

Yes. Your DJ, in coordination with the day-of coordinator, will help guests know where to be.

Throughout the venue we have around 20 permanent speakers, inside and outside. There are also 2 extra speakers added to the ceremony site.

No. The DJ will work with you and your planner to select the music you want…or don’t want. There may be some overlap week to week in dancing music.

The farmhouse sleeps 12 and the cabin sleeps 8. So a total of 20 people can stay overnight on property.

Both houses are treated like vacations rentals. There are towels, sheets, toilet paper, and paper towels provided.

Yes, the houses are the only places you are allowed to bring outside food in.

The farmhouse has a full kitchen, with all the appliances you could need. The cabin has a fridge, microwave, and coffee pot. Yes. The farmhouse has a grill (with propane provided).

Before you arrive, the planner will send you the code to both houses. Once you arrive at Chanteclaire you can drive right to the houses.

Yes, but on wedding day all vehicles must be moved to the main parking lot.

Absolutely. That is what they are for! It will make you so much more relaxed having everyone on property.