What is the rental fee for Whispering Oaks and what does it include?

• Please see the details found HERE for complete pricing and included items.

What is the building capacity?

• 150

What dates are available?

• Please see the available dates information HERE. 

When are the payments due?

• A signed contract and a deposit of 1/3 of the rental fee is required. A second deposit of fifty percent (50%) of the balance is due six months prior to the event date. Payment of the remaining balance of the rental fee is due thirty (30) days in advance of the event. The initial deposit is to secure your date and is non-refundable unless, upon cancellation by the Client, Whispering Oaks is able to resell the venue date to another party, in which case, your deposit will be refunded less a $500 deduction for administrative fees.

How do I reserve a date?

• To reserve a date please fill out the form on our homepage or click HERE. 

Is there a food and beverage, or guest count minimum?

• No. We don’t penalize any of our clients for the size of their wedding party and guests. Some caterers may have a reasonable minimum for specific dates.

Do we have to utilize your caterers and bar service?

• No

Will there be another wedding the same day?

• At Whispering Oaks we only host one wedding each day to ensure that each couple's event is special and receives our full attention.

Are there overnight accommodations nearby?

• Comfort Inn 8.5 miles from us. Directions

• Hampton Inn in Crown Point 19 miles away. Directions

• Fairfield Inn and Suites Fair Oaks Farms  20 miles away . Directions

  
   

Do you provide table linens? 

• Black or white table linens are included in the price. Other options available for an additional cost.

What happens in case of rain?

• In the event of inclement weather all events and ceremonies will be moved in the barn.

We plan to have our ceremony offsite, or only plan to have our ceremony at Whispering Oaks.  Does your fee change?

• Because we only host one event per day, our fee structure remains the same whether you hold your ceremony, reception, or both onsite.

Do you allow dogs onsite to play a part in our wedding day?

• We are dog friendly, with some specific stipulations. Animals, other than service animals, are NOT allowed near food. Dogs must be on a leash and someone must be responsible for them other than the bride and groom.

What form of payment does Whispering Oaks accept?

• Cash, Check or Card. 

My preferred dates are unavailable. Do you have a cancellation waiting list?

• We do not keep a cancellation waiting list because cancellations are unpredictable.

  As soon as a date does become available we post it HERE.

What time will I have access to the venue to decorate?

• You will have access to the venue at the time listed on your contract, not earlier. Please plan accordingly!

Do you include a "wedding day coordinator?"

• We do not provide a wedding coordinator but can assist in finding one if you are interested in hiring one.