Nestled in the scenic Cuyahoga Valley, the Gatehouse at Hale Farm & Village is the perfect location for a unique wedding, social event, meeting, or corporate retreat. The Gatehouse interprets history with all the modern conveniences desired.
About
This air-conditioned and heated location offers a one-of-a-kind, practical setting with two sets of restrooms, a full kitchen, a meeting space with overhead projection capabilities, WiFi, and free parking in the main parking lot. Not to mention, an evening bonfire can be had just off the lovely stone patio & veranda around back where a breathtaking view of the West Side of the farm can be viewed. Seating up to 220 guests, this space is available for rent Monday - Sunday, after public hours (June - October, 10:00am - 5:00pm).
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. The museum will arrange and schedule these staff members to help facilitate all aspects of your event, from set-up to tear-down. 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 free range of both the East & West Sides of Hale Farm & Village to take one-of-a-kind outdoor photos across our 90-acre property. If you wish to take photographs inside any of our 30+ historic buildings, an additional $50 fee per building is requested.
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. Facility and staffing fees do not include catering costs.
