Wetherledge Jamestown RI Wedding Venue: July 2011

WELCOME TO WETHERLEDGE

Wetherledge is an private estate that sits high on a ledge on the southeast end of Jamestown Rhode Island. There are dramtic views of the entrance to Narragansett Bay and Newport.

The main house was built as a summer cottage in 1889. It was later used as an officers club during World War II. The original Fort Wetherill is now a waterfront state park, that surrounds the property.

TENTED EVENTS
Tents 50 x 60 Feet work for up to 170 guests can be set up in the back of the property for dinner and dancing. Larger Tents are suitable for up to 300 and can be set up on the side of the estate.

THE MAIN HOUSE
During the wedding day the house comes with accessibility to the main house's first floor parlor rooms for the bridal party and family. Bedrooms in the main house are available for rent, based on availability.
For groups under 150 the parlor rooms can be used for the cocktail portion of the wedding
in case of rain.

THE GATEHOUSE
The Gatehouse was built as a carriage house in the 1920's.
Now converted into a charming house, that is available to lease by the week or longer.
It's the perfect place for immediate family to stay or host secondary wedding events .
The Gatehouse is leased separately.

Jane's Vintage Jaguar

Jane's Jag can be used for the couple to arrive at Wetherledge

(In warm weather only)

Frequently Asked Questions About Wetherledge

Q. How many people do you accommodate?
A. Up to 300 guests.

Q. How much is required to hold a date?
A. 50% non-refundable deposit is required to hold the date. The remaining balance would be due 60 days prior to the event date.

Q. Is there an additional fee to hold the wedding ceremony?
A. There is No additional fee for the ceremony.

Q. Is parking included with a rental?
A. We make arrangements for parking at Fort Wetheral.
   Valet Services for your guests are optional.

Q. Can we have live music or a DJ ?
   Are there any sound ordnance's or a set time we need to stop the music at Wetherledge.
A. Yes we welcome live music and DJ/s.
   Because Wetherledge is behind Fort Wetheral your music will not
   disturb any of the Jamestown neighbors.

Q. Is there an area for the bridal party to refresh?
A. Yes the restrooms in the house are for the Bridal Party and Parents.
   You will need to rent a Portapotty for your guests.

Q. Are candles and luminarys allowed?
A. Yes But they must be in glass or covered containers.

Q. What kind of Tent should we order?
A. The Back yard Fits 50 x 60 Tent perfectly. Depending on the size of your group and
   how much dance space you want the size will vary. Dance floors and Full flooring
   are also available.

Q. What Kind of Lighting will we need for the tent?
A. B Lights or Christmas tree lights around the perimeter will give you enough ambit light
   for a 50 x 60 Tent.

Q. What Tent Company should we use?
A. We suggest the following Company's

Newport Tent Company 401-683-9160 www.newporttent.com
Rentals Unlimited 401-845-9393 www.rentals-unlimited.com
Sperry Tents 508-748-1792 www.sperrytents.com

Q. Are tables and chairs included in the rental?
A. No you will need to Rent these many times the catering company's Can do this for you.

Q. Can we bring our own Alcoholic and serve our own food?
A. Alcoholic beverages and Cuisine must be served by an establishment that
   possesses a valid Class P Liquor Catering License and the
   appropriate insurance coverage.

We suggest the Following

Fine Catering by Russell Morin
888-552-7822
www.morins.com
rusty@morins.com

Plantation Catering
plantationcateringofnewport.com
kim@plantationcateringofnewport.com
401.846.4794

Trattoria Simpatico
www.trattoriasimpatico.com
sales@trattoriasimpatico.com
401 423-3731

Chanterelle Boutique Catering
www.chanterelleboutiquecatering.com
wendy@chanterelleboutiquecatering.com
401-619-0720

Q. Will there be someone to help facilitate and coordinate our wedding?
A. No There will be Wetherledge Staff to direct your guests where to find
   bathrooms, Parking Ect. We do suggest you hire a wedding planner that
   will be on site through out your event to support and direct the
   personal plans you have developed for your wedding.

   Suggested Wedding Planner
   www.anewportaffaire.com
nancyswiezyevents@gmail.com
   917 355 0689

FOR LARGE Groups of 300+ Please Note:
Jamestown Firefighters and Police are required for all groups of 300 or more

About Jameston Rhodes Island

Jamestown, Rhode Island is located twenty-five miles south of Providence and a mile west of Newport, on Conanicut Island, in Narragansett Bay. It is both a summer destination and a year-round community with a population is about 6,000.

Conanicut Island is nine miles long by one mile wide. Its highest elevation is 135 feet. Sheep grazing and farming began in the sixteen-thirties. For well over two hundred years the island remained mostly agricultural.
Even today, there is a quiet rural character to much of the island and Jamestown's commercial center has the feel of a traditional village. A few farms remain, older neighborhoods are intact and historic properties, including lighthouses, windmills and the remains of old military fortifications, offer connection to the past.

With its abundance of open space, lightly traveled roadways and pleasant views, the island is an excellent locale for walking and riding bicycles.

http://www.jamestown-ri.info and www.gonewport.com

Gwen & Sean's Wetherledge Wedding

Wetherledge Rental Rates

Our receptions are held between May and mid October.
We book only one wedding per week.

Guests Non Holiday Friday and Sundays Saturdays and Holiday Weekends

1-100 $3500 $4200

101-300 $4500 $ 5000

Rates are for a Five-hour rental.

These rates are for the site only they do not include a tent or caterer.

The serving of alcoholic beverages is limited to five-hours By State Law. The bar must be an open bar, no cash bars allowed.

The serving of alcohol must end one-half hour prior to the end of an event.

When there is a ceremony held on site, the bar may not open until after the ceremony.

A 50% deposit is required to secure the date (deposits are non-refundable), with the balance due sixty (90) days in advance of the event. The deposit is due with the signed contract, the check may be made payable to Jane Scott. We do not accept credit cards at this time.

Wedding ceremonies may be held on the property prior to the reception at no additional charge. For the bride's convenience there is a room and bath available for her use, in the main house.

Wetherledge will provide Venue Coordinators one per 50 guests @ $25.00 an hour. They will arrive an hour before the event and remain one hour after. The number of venue coordinators is determined by the size of your reception.

On availability we can lease the first and second floor of the main house.
There are 15 rooms, which include 4 Bedrooms ,Two day beds on the first floor and 3 baths Sleeps 10 Comfortably. The buyout rate weekly rate for the house is $4500.00 - $6500.00 per week. We do not lease the house out during weddings, but offer the bride and guests up to four bedrooms for their convenience. There is a nominal charge for this and there is a two night minimum. A continental breakfast is served on the porch for guests of the main house.

Thank You For Not Smoking for it is not allowed in the houses.