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RENTAL HOURS AND DETAILS

  • Rental Fee for the facility depends on the day of the week and number of hours required for the event.
    • Saturdays are $10,000 for 10 hours and up to 100 people
    • Fridays & Sundays are $9,000 for 10 hours and up to 100 people
    • Monday-Thursday $8,000 for 10 hours and up to 100 people
      • 100-120 people add $500
      • Additional Hours: $500
      • All setup and breakdown of event needs to occur during the contracted rental time.
      • Generally this means setup and get ready time happen from 1-4pm, Guests on site from 4-10pm and cleanup from 10-11pm. 
  • Use of the property is restricted to the hours of 8:00 am-11:00 pm.
  • All Vendors and rentals must be dropped off and picked up with in the hours of the rental on the contract.
  • Access to Valhalla will be coordinated with Valhalla Tahoe’s Operations and Sales Manager.
  • Grand Hall capacity is 140 persons maximum (including all vendors), indoors or outdoors, including porch. Person count exceeding 140 is prohibited due to fire and safety codes and limitations set by Forest Service regulations. 100 people are included in the rental rates listed above, groups of 100-120 are subject to an additional $500 fee and an additional staff member will be provided. 
    • Upstairs balcony capacity is not to exceed 40 persons maximum (included in 140 persons).
      • Children on the balcony are required to be accompanied by an adult. 
    • In no situation is any rental to be more than 130 total in the wedding party/guest total. Children and infants are counted as an adult for the total count.

WEDDING RENTAL DETAILS

1. Event Insurance

Renter shall obtain general liability insurance covering the day of the event in the minimum amount of one million dollars with Liquor Liability Insurance included. A certificate of insurance and a policy endorsement naming Valhalla Tahoe as additionally insured on the policy shall be provided to Valhalla Tahoe at least one month prior to the wedding. 

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  1. All Vendors working at Valhalla shall carry and maintain in full force and effect while working at Valhalla workers compensation insurance, general liability and policy endorsement naming Valhalla Tahoe as additional insured showing the required insurance is in place.
  2. Notwithstanding the requirement for such insurance, the Clients and the Vendors shall indemnify and hold
    Valhalla Tahoe, its board of directors and affiliates and their properties and officers, directors,
    employees, agents and invitees harmless from and against all liability, loss, expense (including related
    attorneys’ fees), damage or injury to persons or property resulting from the negligence or misconduct of
    Client or Client’s invitees.
  3. Valhalla Tahoe or their partners are not held liable for events not being held due to uncontrollable circumstances.
  4. Valhalla Tahoe is bound by the policy and rules enforced by the USDA Forest Service and may be subject to change at any times.

2. Rental Includes 

  1. A one year Valhalla Tahoe Joint Membership for the couple getting married 
  2. Use of the entire inside of the Grand Hall including:
    1. Prep Kitchen – Includes microwave, fridge and two sinks. Does not have Oven or Stove
    2.  Two Changing Rooms
    3.  Three Restrooms
    4. Vikingsroom 
    5. Wrap-around Porch
    6. Use of Grand Lawn
  3. Tables and Chairs:
  • (22), 60″ Rounds
  • (8), 6’x30″ Banquets
  • (8), 8’x 30″ Banquets
  • (4) 8’x40″ Farm Tables ($25 per table setup fee)
  • (2), 6′ x 18″ Banquets (can be setup as bar)
  • (4) 42″ Cocktail Tables
  • (12), 4’x2′ Banquets
  • (1), 40″ Round
  • (1) 5’x34″ Welcome Table with optional lace overlay
  • (130) Mahogany Chaivari Chairs with Ivory Cushions for use inside
  • (130) Fruitwood Folding Chairs with Ivory Pads for use outside
  • (1) Wine Barrel Bar
  1. Optional Decor Items:
  • 80 battery operated candles.
  • 150 yards white draping setup in one of three ways 
  • 10 Black Lanterns with battery operated tea lights.
  • Two Ornate Gold Easels.
  • One High Chair.
  • – Option for white curtains on french doors in Grand Hall.
  • – Optional white sashes on windows in Vikingsroom.
  • – Option to use twinkle light curtain covering wall and heating panel next to stairs.
  1. Dumpster for wedding and caterer trash removal (all boxes must be broken down).
  2. On-site parking for 71 guest cars and your vendors and 3 handicap spots .
  3. A Valhalla Tahoe onsite representative and parking/gate attendant.
  4. Use of the large Valhalla indoor fireplace, you must provide the fire starter logs, newspaper and the firewood.
    • Valhalla Tahoe staff will take responsibility of building the fire if you provide the above.
    • Valhalla Tahoe will determine at any time if the fire is too big and reserves the right to extinguish the fire.
    • Client may not build / add firewood/ paper at anytime.
    • Use of any of the other fireplaces is prohibited.

3. Rehearsals

  1. If you have scheduled and paid for a rehearsal it must be scheduled and confirmed 60 days prior to the wedding.
  2. Rehearsal can be held at 9:00 am or 10:00 am on the day prior to the wedding.
  3. Rehearsal days and time are subject to change if Valhalla books another event.
  4. Your officiant or wedding coordinator must be present for the rehearsal. 

4. Policies and Rules of the Historic Grand Hall located on Forest Service Property

  1. Ceremonies may not take place outside the Grand Hall – this is a Forest Service policy
  2. Rental of the Property may take place between 8:00 am and 11:00 pm, this includes all set up and break down.
  3. All festivities and music must end by 10:00 PM per El Dorado County Noise Ordinance. 
  4. Time of the event must be confirmed 60 days prior to the wedding date.
  5. Capacity of the Grand Hall is a maximum of 130 guests, this includes all guests, bridal party, babies, etc.  Up to 10 vendors are also allowed on property during an event.
  6. When seating guests upstairs limit 20 guests on each side, according to State Fire Marshall. If children are upstairs on the loft they must be accompanied by an adult.
  7. Client is ultimately responsible for set up, breakdown, clean up, replacing all tables and chairs to the storage area, and final clean up a the end of the rental period, including spot cleaning any spills on the Grand Hall floor or Porch. In most cases the Caterer takes on this responsibility, however this is an agreement between the client and the caterer and coordinator. Ultimately the Client is responsible for leaving the building in the same condition it was rented in. Excessive cleanup will result in money being deducted from the Client’s cleaning deposit. 

5. Restrictions

  1. Use of outside tents are prohibited on the lawn.
  2. Use of patio heaters are prohibited on the porch or any wooden surface. 
  3. All furniture and tables brought into the Grand Hall must have felt on the feet or furniture coasters must be used to avoid scratching the floor. 
  4. No temporary dance floors inside or outside on the lawn. Dancing can only take place on the Grand Hall floor and porch areas. 
  5. No cooking is allowed on the porch area, buffet lines with sternos are allowed.
  6. No chocolate fountains or s’more making is allowed inside the building.
  7. Use of Drones are prohibited on USFS property by photographers or any individuals.
  8. Rules are subject to change per updated guidance or regulations from the State of California, El Dorado County, City of South Lake Tahoe, the United States Forest Service or any other government agency.  

6. No Smoking   

  1. There is designated smoking area in front of the building on the road or over the cement pathway with cigarette receptacles for guest use.  
  2. If guests have to be asked to not smoke on the porch multiple times or if cigarette butts are found on the porch the morning after the event, Client will be subject to forfeit of $1000 security/cleaning deposit.
  3. Smoking of marijuana or use of any other illegal substance on Federal Property will also result in the forfeit of the client’s $1000.00 security/cleaning deposit and could result in the event being shut down. 

7. Pet Policy

  1. Pets must be on leash at all times. With the exception of registered service dogs, animals/pets are NOT allowed inside Valhalla.
    1. Owners of service dogs must be prepared to provide ADA-compliant information regarding their dong’s function.
    2. ?All owners must clean up after their pets.
    3. Pets cannot be left unattended or locked in any room of the Grand Hall.

8. Shuttle and Parking

  1. Parking is limited at Valhalla with a total of 73 parking spaces and three handicap spots.
    1. Overnight parking is NOT allowed inside the gate, however there is a dirt lot outside the gate next to the highway where cars can park overnight. 
    2. Public parking is allowed on the highway at in the 75 space parking lot at the end of Heritage Way on road past Valhalla Road.  
    3. Shuttle transportation, Uber, Lyft and Taxis are also options. 
  2. Parking is not allowed off asphalt, on bike trails, in the circle drive in front of the main building, or on the one lane road. 
    1. Road and circle are a fire lane and must be kept clear at all times except for loading and unloading.
  3. Parking lot must be completely clear of all vehicles at the end of the rental time. Gate will be locked by Valhalla staff upon closing and all cars must be outside of the gate at that time. 

9. Vendors – The Client will be responsible for all orders, arrangements and payments of outside vendors, including but not limited to the following: wedding cake, floral arrangements, centerpieces, candles, attire, place cards, entrée selection cards, and other temporary décor items. If outside vendors are used for rental or audio visual equipment, fountains, arches, entertainment etc., the event group is responsible for arranging delivery, setup and pickup of these items within the timeline outlined in this agreement.  

  1. Due to the historic and sensitive nature of Valhalla Tahoe Grand Hall, Valhalla keeps a Preferred Vendor List.  These vendors are chosen because they know the venue well and have signed off on the Vendor Agreement Policy already. 
  2. If the Client hires a vendor that is not on the list, you will be required to have that vendor sign off on the Vendor Agreement Policy and provide proof of insurance. 
    1. If that vendor does not follow the rules, the client may risk losing the security deposit. 
  3. Coordinator: Valhalla Tahoe requires the Client to hire a professional wedding coordinator to assure the wedding runs smoothly. 
    1. The Coordinator is the link between the site supervisor and the vendors and handles the walk through at the end of the night.
  4. Caterers: Caterers on the preferred vendor list have agreed to term and conditions of protecting and preserving the historic site. Caterers have a designated cooking area in the parking lot, cooking is not allowed on the porches or around the building.
    1. Caterers must be self contained and have fire extinguishers on hand.
    2. Catering Cleaning Procedures
      1. Due to the property being in an active bear area, cleaning up after each event is critical to protecting Valhalla Tahoe from wildlife damage. 
      2. It is the caterer’s responsibility to clear tables and pickup cups, bottles and cans throughout the night. 
      3. Vendors/ Renters may use sinks to dispose of water-based organic liquids and food juices only (no oils). 
      4. All garbage must be removed and put into bear proof garbage containers on the property.  Dumpster must be locked at end of night. 
        1. ?Valhalla Tahoe will charge client for excessive trash or bio-hazard waste cleanup during or after the event. 
      5. Client’s vendors are required to wipe down all areas of the kitchen and Vikingsroom if used for prep. 
      6. Client’s vendors are required to spot clean any spills on the Grand Hall floors or on the porch before leaving. 
    3. Deliveries and Pick Up
      1. All rental items must be dropped off and picked up during the hours of the Grand Hall Rental unless other arrangements have been made
      2. Gate will be locked and unattended until 1 hour prior to rental time.

10. Noise Levels

  1. Amplified noise must remain at a reasonable volume and is only allowed inside the Grand Hall. 
    1. French Doors can be left open so music can be heard outside at a reasonable level.
    2. Sound should not carry beyond lawn area. 
  2. Acoustic musicians are allowed on the Porch and Grand Lawn.
  3. A small portable speaker and microphone can be used on the lawn for toasts and speeches. 

11. Decorations

  1. Please respect the historic property, no tape, nails, glue, gum or staples are allowed.
  2. No tape on the floors is allowed of any kind.
  3. Battery operated candles are recommended.  Real fire candles are only allowed in the stone hearth area or on tables and must be in fireproof casing (glass or votive) with at least one inch above flame and a bottom.
  4. If wax is found on the floor or property, a $200 cleaning fee will be taken out of your deposit.
  5. No rice, berries or real flower petals may be used on the floor as they will stain the wood floor. A $200 fee will be charged if any of these things are left on property to be cleaned up the next day. Valhalla Tahoe suggests flower girls hold small bouquets or empty baskets. 
  6. No fireworks or sparklers are allowed at any time or at any spot on the property or beach. Valhalla Tahoe recommends bubbles, glow sticks, glow wands or fiberoptic wands for formal exits. 
  7. Additional lighting may be brought into the Grand Hall. Lighting must be done by a professional lighting and decor company if it requires a ladder.
    1. There are no outdoor outlets at Valhalla, so solar or battery operated lights are recommended for outside. 

PAYMENT TERMS

  1. Once you sign the contract, you will receive an invoice to your email address listed above from Valhalla Tahoe to pay your Retainer. You will receive another email at 70 days before your event with an Event Details Questionnaire.  At this time we will add an Additional Items, the Security Deposit and Final Balance to your Invoice.
  2. Payments accepted: Personal Check, Electronic Check or Credit Card. 
  3. Retainer equal to Fifty Percent (50%) of the rental fee will secure your date and space. Retainer Fee must be received within two weeks of the date of the contract is signed or this contract will be null and void. Retainer fee is non-refundable except in the instance of a force majeure event or of a breach by Valhalla Tahoe. 
  4. Cleaning / Damage Security Deposit (excessive cleaning/damage/smoking in non-designated areas) of $1000 will be collected in full 60 days prior to event date with final payment. Cleaning/Damage Security Deposit will be returned to the Client  by check on the address listed above no later than 45 days post wedding date if venue is left in the same condition it was rented in, no excessive cleaning is required and no smoking on the porch or damage to the building has taken place. 
  5. Final Payment: Remaining balance of the rental fee is due 60 days prior to your wedding date along with payment for any additional item selections.
  6. Cancellations: All Retainers received for events are non-refundable. 
  7. Postponement: In the event Client cannot hold wedding on the date specified in this contract, Client will be given the option of postponing to a new available date within 365 days of the current event date. This may require choosing an alternative day of the week and an event can only be postponed once unless due to force majeure event.
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