FAQ

After 18 years in the catering and event industry Robb and Monica knew they wanted to host beautiful events for their guests, so they started searching for a property with everything we needed.  We were looking for a peaceful, private setting with the beauty of nature surrounding us. We needed a place remote enough to have parties without disturbing our neighbors. We found Ravenridge which is surrounded by one kind neighbor, 650 acres of riding and hiking trails in Banner Forest and a vacant 5 acre plot next door. We moved here in February 2019 during the "big snow." (That was an experience!) It's taken some time to tame nature, a little but not too much, to be ready for our guests. And now we plan to open in Summer of 2021.  For now we have a 40' x 80' tent for parties in a park-like setting with rolling pastures and tall trees.  Slowly we're working on improvements for the future, but for now we hope you'll love the natural setting for your special events. 

Absolutely! All are welcome and all forms of Love are celebrated!

We have included tables and chairs for up to 150 guests. If you anticipate a larger crowd feel free to ask and we may accept them on a case-by-case basis with additional fees. 

We offer a 40’ x 80’ high-peak canopy for your meal service area. There is no kitchen facility so caterers must be self contained. We can provide a 10’ x 10’ canopy for caterer use. We are in the process of building two bridal party dressing rooms in our Western Town Village area. Coming soon! Please note the house is a private home with no access to guests or clients.

We do have side walls for the canopy which can be added with at least 48 hours notice. Rental heaters are available from your party rental store. We recommend Alexander Party Rentals or Cort Party Rental.

We offer 10 hour rentals between the hours of 10am to 10pm. Alcoholic beverage service must cease at 9:30pm and amplified music must be off by 9:30pm. Client and guest access is limited to your rental period and all guests musts be vacated by 10:30pm. Vendors may arrange for earlier or later access for rental delivery, pick up, and set up with prior approval. You may also arrange for a 2 hour rehearsal and/or a 2 hour photo shoot at a designated time with no extra charge.

We provide up to 19 60" round tables and 150 white resin folding chairs with padded seats.  Linens, china, flatware and glassware may be provided by you, your caterer, or your rental company. There is no dish washing on site, so please be prepared to pack out your supplies without washing. 

Yes, we have bean bag toss and giant Jenga for your use. You’re welcome to bring other games and inflatables too! We also have a fire pit area which can be arranged for your use with prior planning.

There is a 50% non-refundable initial payment on the day of your reservation. The remainder is due 60 days prior to your event. In the case that you need to cancel, you will forfeit a portion or all of your deposit depending on notice that is given and our ability to rebook the date. If you’d like to reschedule your date we will do our best to accommodate you and there may be a fee depending upon the amount of advance notice given.

There will be a refundable $500 cleaning & damage deposit. There are some optional services available such as event coordination, officiating, and antique truck rentals.  We ask that you or your caterer provide event insurance and provide us with a Certificate of Insurance naming Ravenridge Event, LLC as an additional insured. 

Ravenridge is 100% non-smoking venue and property.

Yes. We have a large grass parking area for up to 70 cars, with additional rental options available nearby. Your guests will be directed by parking attendants to the on-site parking area at the time of their arrival.

We provide extra large ADA portable restrooms with hand washing stations.

Yes, our grounds are ADA accessible, but bear in mind most areas are grassy and not paved.

We have offered a quality list of preferred caterers and other vendors for you to check out. However, at this time, you may select your own caterer. All selected caterers must be fully licensed, permitted, insured and approved by Ravenridge.

Yes, we do allow client provided alcoholic beverages, however, a licensed caterer must provide professional and insured bartenders to serve your beverages.

Yes. You will need to work with your licensed caterer to provide beverage service, or if providing your own beverages you will need to obtain a Washington State Banquet Permit.

Hard liquor can be served, but must be served by a licensed bartender though a permitted caterer.  We also ask that no shots are served. 

Yes. We offer a two hour window on the Thursday or Friday prior to your event.  This must be scheduled at least two weeks prior to the date, and not more than 3 months prior in order to make allowances for other scheduled events. 

Set up and clean up must be completed during your rental period. We offer an additional hours for purchase at $200 per hour on a case-to-case basis.

Ravenridge will take care of setup and take down for all the tables and chairs based on the layout you provide in advance. Beyond that, setup, take down and clean-up is up to the renter, planner, or caterer. Setup may begin at the time that your rental begins and take down must start at 10PM at the latest.  Most events plan for at least 2 hour set up, and 1 hour clean up. 

We offer a tree branch arbor that can be moved to where ever you’d like. All other decorations are the responsibility of the renter or their vendors.

We welcome bubbles, bird seed, and real biodegradable flower petals. Rice and confetti may not be used as it harmful to the wildlife. Fireworks are not allowed.

You and your decorator may provide your own self-contained centerpieces and ceremony décor. Balloons are discouraged. Candles must be in an approved container that is taller than the flame. Any decor that needs to be hung from the tent may be allowed with use of non-residue easy-removal adhesive products. We ask that you remove any boxes and containers that are brought on site.