FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Interested in booking Sova Gardens for your wedding or event but still have some questions? If there’s anything else you need to know that you can’t find on this page, please email or call because we’d love to talk with you!

What is your site fee for a wedding or Event?

The site fee includes exclusive use of the tavern and gardens.

  • May 1 through October 31 site fee is $8,500

  • November 1 through April 30 site fee is $6,500

  • Call for non-weekend pricing and non-wedding pricing (community & corporate events)

What is included in the site fee?

  • Natural Wood Folding Chairs with Light Tan Pads

  • 72” Round Tables for Dining Table (accommodates 10 people at each)

  • 9' Market Umbrellas to accompany each Dining Table

  • Sova Staff to set ceremony chairs and dining tables

  • Globe String Lights on Redwood Deck, Pavilion Lawn, and Pavilion Dance Floor

  • Private Bridal Bungalow & Patio for day of "get ready" 

  • Parking for 65 cars and vendor/truck parking

  • Access to the venue the day before your event is available after 3pm for deliveries and rehearsal (2 hours maximum)

  • Access to the venue at 9:00am day of event for vendors (Events can begin at the time you choose and must end by 10:00pm)

  • On-site Venue Manager

  • Rehearsal dinners are not permitted on the venue property or in Farmhouse

WHAT IS your maximum capacity?

Indoor Tavern: 150 Stand Up Reception
Outdoor Gardens: 200 Seated

Events with 150 guests or more are required to use parking attendants for the arrivals only. 2 Attendants for 2 hours, @ $150 total.

WHAT IS the timing for events?

All events must conclude by 10:00pm, with a 6 hour event window. Access to the venue for set-up is 9:00am on event day.

do you require a wedding planner?

Yes.  Sova requires a day-of wedding coordinator.  If you need assistance selecting one, please inquire for a list of suggested planners.

Do you have a required vendor list?

We have a list of approved caterers.  You must choose one of the caterers from this list.  All other vendors are recommendations ONLY.  Outside of catering, you can bring in any other vendor of your choice.  Please inquire for a full list of each.

WHAT IS YOUR ALCOHOL POLICY?

You may provide alcoholic beverage for your event (including liquor) without any Sova corkage fees. Properly licensed service staff, through your caterer, is required.

Where is your closest lodging?

There is a 5-bedroom Farm House available to rent on the property. View here!  The house rents at $1,850 for a Friday-Sunday rental.  In addition, there are multiple house rentals and hotels nearby.  Please inquire for a full list.  Yes, the property is handicapped accessible.

Is SOVA licensed and insured?

Sova Gardens is fully zoned, insured, and has the proper Use Permit. Check out our reviews on FaceBook and Yelp!

 

Sova Gardens combines rustic charm and colorful manicured grounds to create the perfect setting for your wedding or event. Conveniently located in Sebastopol, the venue offers an indoor tavern, lush gardens, a farm house and sweeping vistas of rural farm land. A variety of settings include 100 year old redwood trees, a vintage water wheel with pond and a weathered barn facade for the perfect photos.