How to Use Stone House for a Full Wedding Weekend “Takeover”
Some couples don’t just want a venue for six hours. They want a home base for the entire wedding weekend—somewhere guests can keep coming back to, where every gathering feels different but connected.
Stone House is uniquely suited for that. The 1857 stone building houses a full restaurant and a multi‑level event venue with distinct spaces: Parlour, Lounge, Dining Room (Great Hall), Courtyard, Cavern, Showroom, and an on‑site Suite.
Here’s how to turn it into your wedding‑weekend headquarters.
Friday: Welcome Night at the Parlour & Courtyard
Goal: Let guests arrive, settle in, and start meeting each other.
Spaces:
Parlour bar for cocktails and zero‑proof drinks.
Courtyard for fresh air, conversation, and a sense of Nevada City’s historic character.
Format:
Casual bites pulled from the restaurant’s farm‑forward small plates menu.
A brief welcome toast from you two—no formal speeches, just a warm hello.
The energy: relaxed, open‑house, “we’re so glad you made it.”
Saturday: Ceremony, Reception & After‑Party
Morning & Getting Ready
If you’ve booked the Suite (Stone House’s three‑bedroom penthouse), you can get ready on site—steam shower, kitchen, and cozy rooms right above your venue.
Afternoon Ceremony – Courtyard or Dining Room
Outdoor vows in the Courtyard with stone walls as your backdrop, or
Indoor vows in the Dining Room (Great Hall) for a more formal feel or weather backup.
Cocktail Hour – Parlour & Courtyard
Guests flow back through the Parlour and Courtyard while staff flips the Dining Room if needed.
Dinner – Dining Room
Seated or family‑style dinner built around seasonal, organic ingredients sourced from Stone House Farms and partner growers.
Dancing – Showroom
First dance, live band or DJ, and a proper dance floor in Stone House’s performance‑ready Showroom with professional light and sound.
Late‑Night – Lounge or Cavern
A smaller group moves into the Lounge or Cavern for a quieter nightcap, dessert, or one last sing‑along.
Sunday: Farewell Brunch in the Dining Room or Courtyard
Keep it simple and soft:
Spaces: Dining Room or Courtyard, depending on weather and headcount.
Menu: Brunch buffet or family‑style spread with frittatas, salads, pastries, and fresh fruit—still anchored in Stone House’s farm‑forward, seed‑oil‑free philosophy.
Guests drop in, hug it out, and drift off into Nevada City or home.
Why a Stone House “Takeover” Works
You reduce logistics: one address, multiple chapters.
Staff and kitchen are already on board for the full weekend rhythm.
Each space has a distinct feel, so events don’t blur together—even though they’re all in the same building.
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If you’re dreaming of a wedding weekend where everything flows from one historic doorway, Stone House can function as your Nevada City home base. Our team can help you design a takeover plan that fits your guest count, season, and energy.