Renters are required to use our preferred catering team (s)
Liability Insurance
a. Renter must obtain general liability insurance covering the day of the event in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 (one million dollars). A certificate of insurance & a policy endorsement naming our venue name as an additional insured on the policy shall be provided to us no later than 30 days prior to the event and MUST COVER SET UP DAYS/TIMES AND BREAK DOWN DAYS/TIMES, NOT JUST EVENT TIMES.
b. All Vendors working at the space shall carry & maintain, in full force & effect, while working at the mansion workers compensation insurance, general liability insurance & policy endorsement document naming our venue name as an additional insured showing the required insurance is in place.
RULES
a. Use of the property for rehearsal or set up is available for 2 hours the night prior to an event and set up/rehearsal time must also be insured
b. No use of the lawn (other than pictures), garage, basement or any other rooms of the house or areas of the estate that have not been approved prior and in writing.
c. All festivities must conclude no later than 12:00 midnight. No speakers, bands, DJ’s or amplified music outside of the home past 10pm due to city & county ordinances and just wanting to be good neighbors :)
d. Renters are responsible for set-up & take down of all decorations. Any items you wish to keep must be picked up by noon on the following day
e. No nails or staples can be used on any surfaces. Wire, Floral wire, tape, & non-stick tape are allowed.
f. Vendors and Renters may use sinks to dispose of water-based liquids & food juices only (no oils). No use of garbage disposals allowed.
Alcohol Consumption
a. Renters will provide Beer, Wine, Sparkling Wine, and 2 pre-mixed signature cocktails (caterers can help in deciding good options). We do not allow open bar for hard alcohol.
Please, no drinking and driving!!
b. Vendor’s staff may not consume alcoholic beverages while on the property during an event. This includes all hired vendors.
c. Legal drinking age in the state of California is 21 years old
d. The Bar Staff, whether hired by renter or provided by our caterer, are required to “cut off” any person they deem to be overly intoxicated. They are also required to close the bar down if alcohol consumption becomes or is perceived to become a dangerous situation that might cause damage to the guests or property
Smoking: Vendors, staff & guests must follow the smoking policy which is NO smoking of any kind allowed inside the house or on the balcony! Smoking is only allowed in front of the house, on the asphalt driveway, at least 20 feet away from the house and away from all grass, plants, weeds, trees, & shrubbery. Any smoking materials debris (cigarette butts, matches, lighters, roaches, pipes etc. found inside the building, on the balcony, or having been thrown from the balcony within 24 hours of the wedding will result in immediate forfeit of the $1000 refundable deposit. Anyone found smoking outside permitted area mentioned above would first be advised as to the no smoking policy. If they have to be told a second time the renter will lose their $1000 refundable deposit.
Open Flame: No cooking is allowed on the balcony or lawn area. No open flames on balcony or lawn area. No one should be cooking other than the professionally hired catering team.
Fire extinguishers are placed upstairs in foyer, downstairs in basement, & in the kitchen pantry. All vendors are required to have knowledge of use. Candles must be stationary & enclosed in non-flammable containers such as a votive or glass vase. Battery operated tea lights are recommended. No fireworks are allowed on property, inside or out, including sparklers
Fireplace: The fireplace in dining room & living room are for ambiance only. Neither are intended to provide heat so please do not attempt to turn on.
Lights: No additional lighting fixtures are allowed on the property unless first approved by us at least 30 days prior to the event
Parking/Shuttle requirements: The space is nestled in an intimate neighborhood. Out of respect to our neighbors we request you shuttle as many of your guests as possible. Absolutely no parking in front of any neighbors houses. Follow signs or verbal directions of staff as to where to park.
Pets: NO Pets of any kind are allowed. Service dogs are excluded but PROOF of legal Service Dog certification must be presented to La Casa Dei Sogni prior to the wedding. Service dogs must wear their official Service Dog vest at all times while on the property.
Deliveries & Pickup
1. All rental items & vendor equipment must be removed at the end of the event. Any decorations the renter wishes to keep must be picked up by no later than 12noon the following day of the event.
2. Keys must be left in vehicles at all times while in the loading zone in case of emergencies. Loading Zones are located directly in front of the house at the double doors & by the kitchen.