Nestled in the scenic Cuyahoga Valley, the Gatehouse at Hale Farm & Village offers a distinctive setting for weddings, social celebrations, meetings, and corporate retreats. Blending historic character with modern amenities, the Gatehouse delivers the charm of the past alongside the comfort and convenience today’s events demand.
Dance the night away at Hale Farm & Village
Comfort meets character at this versatile, climate-controlled venue designed to impress. Fully heated and air-conditioned, the space offers a rare blend of practicality and charm, featuring two sets of restrooms, a full kitchen, WiFi, free on-site parking, and a spacious meeting room equipped with overhead projection capabilities ideal for everything from celebrations to corporate gatherings.
Step outside to the stone patio and veranda, where sweeping views of the West Side of the farm create an unforgettable backdrop. As the sun sets, elevate your event with an evening bonfire, adding warmth, ambiance, and a memorable finishing touch your guests will love.
With seating for up to 220 guests, this exceptional space is available for rental Monday through Sunday after public hours, offering privacy, flexibility, and a truly one-of-a-kind setting for your next event.
Preparation & Set-up
Preparation and set-up times are arranged not to interfere with the general public or museum staff. Weddings or receptions generally begin at 5:30pm with guests arriving at 5:00pm. Making your event memorable is important to us; decorations are permitted as long as no tacks, nails, staples, or tape are used. Please consult the HFV Rentals Manager for lighting and other decorating details.
Staff & Security
Members of the Hale Farm & Village rentals staff are present at all rentals. When serving alcohol, it is the responsibility of the rental client to schedule for an off-duty Bath police officer to be present and for the alcohol to be served by an approved bartender or caterer.
Catering & Alcohol
Hale Farm & Village works with a variety of approved, award-winning caterers and bartenders for you to choose from for your event. Alcoholic beverages are permitted for rentals; in accordance with the laws of the State of Ohio, alcohol on the West Side of Oak Hill Road must be purchased through Hale Farm & Village.
Photography
Along with your rental, you and your photographer will have access to both the East and West Sides of Hale Farm & Village to capture one-of-a-kind outdoor photos throughout our scenic 90-acre property. Please note that during regular museum hours, the grounds and village may be open to the public, and other visitors may be present during your photography session.
If you wish to take photographs inside any of our 30+ historic buildings, an additional fee of $50 per building applies.
Payment Policies
A 50% nonrefundable deposit is required to hold a date, with the balance due no later than 30 days prior to the event along with a final walk through with the Rentals Manager. Facility and staffing fees do not include catering costs.
