French Estate Weddings
This gracious old home has been the site of so many happy occasions over the years, and what a wonderful atmosphere has been created! Warm, intimate, elegant and relaxed…We are not a "wedding factory" so you won’t be rushed off. Our lovely bridal suite will be available early, so you can dress at your leisure and take advantage of the many photographic opportunities on our premises. The beautifully appointed public rooms – dramatic foyer, spacious salon, and cozy library-- will also be open throughout the event for your guests’ enjoyment.
It will be our pleasure to arrange for an event that is uniquely yours. Our goal is to be both flexible and affordable, so in addition to our great-value catered package we offer the use of the Estate facility on an "a la Carte" basis which allows you to feature the caterer of your choice:
2009 Facility Fees
| Guests | Ceremony | Reception | Both C&R |
| Up to 50 | $500 | $800 | $1200 |
| 50 to 75 | $1200 | $1800 | $2200 |
| 76 to 100 | $1400 | $2000 | $2400 |
| 101 to 125 | $1600 | $2200 | $2600 |
| 125 to 150 | $1800 | $2400 | $2800 |
We have a refreshing "no hidden costs " policy at the French Estate.
Our fees include:
q Pre-wedding planning meeting and event coordination service
q Shuttle parking service for events with more than 50 guests
q Our collection of decorative elements for site & centerpieces
q White resin chairs and round tables for 10
q Use of indoor/outdoor background music system
q Use of our spacious Bridal Suite for the day
q Ceremony rehearsal time on Thursday or Friday evening
q Non-catering setup and cleanup
q Ceremony Only: 3 hrs facility & 1 hr. rehearsal
q Receptions Only: 6 hrs facility time
q Both Ceremony & Reception: 7 1/2 hrs facility & 1 hr rehearsal
For further information, contact Sarah at (714) 997-5038
Catered Reception Package
A catered reception package is available for your convenience, at a cost of $25.00 per person in addition to the appropriate facility fee.
Our "no hidden costs" Package Features:
q Complete 2-entrée dinner menu (see attached)
q Wedding cake in choice of flavors (see attached) with cutting service
q Punch, coffee, and sparkling cider for toasting,
q Standard crystal, china, and cutlery
q White or Ivory tablecloths and napkins in choice of colors
q Buffet service, plus table service for the bridal party
q Champagne chilling and setup for your bar service
q Catering setup and cleanup
* Above, all applicable taxes and gratuities are included
*House Policies Summary
Event hours are 11am to 9pm. The bridal suite is generally available after 10:30am.
The City of Orange requires that all guests be on their way by 9:30pm.
Champagne, beer, and wine may be served on the premises. We do not hold a license to sell alcohol, but our clients or their caterers may provide and serve the above beverages at their own risk, without corkage fee.
City policy requires that parking shuttle service MUST be used for all events with 50+ guests, and maps directing your guests to our offsite parking lot MUST be included in your invitations.
A deposit for 50% of the facility fee will reserve your date. Balance of payment and final guest count are due 10 days in advance.
Maximum capacity for the facility is 150, including vendors
Popular Rental Upgrades
Umbrella + Base $30.00 each, tax included
Upgrade to White Wooden Chairs $2.00 each, tax included
Mushroom Space Heaters $75.00, tax included
French Estate Package Menu
Presented by Elegant Affair Catering
714 * 532 * 0114
Chef Carved Roast Beef
Chicken: Choose One Style:
Marsala * Picatta * Lemon Herb * Princess * Cordon Bleu * Chipotle
Salads: Choose Two
Baby Greens with Raspberry Vinaigrette * Caesar Salad * Fresh Basil Roma Tomato Salad * Fresh Fruit Salad * Italian Pasta Salad * Red Rose Potato Salad
Side Dishes: Choose One
Rice Pilaf * Wild Rice * Spanish Rice * White Rice * Fried Rice * Linguini Pasta *
* Red Rose Potatoes: Plain or Mashed with Fresh Garlic * Au Gratin Potatoes * Scalloped Potatoes
Vegetables: Choose One:
Fresh Green Beans With Roasted Sweet Peppers * Italian Mixed Vegetables *
Carrots & Zucchini, Julienne Style
Breads: Choose One
Italian Foccacia * Garlic Breadsticks * Assorted Breads & Butter
Coffee * Punch * Martinellis Cider for Toasting *
Package price also includes choice of china, cutlery, water & champagne goblets, white or ivory standard-size linens & napkin in choice of color, buffet & head table skirting, choice of cake from Creative Cakes, cake cutting with disposable ware, full staff in uniform, sales tax and staff gratuity for all of the above. We will also chill your champagne, and provide ice & setup for any additional beverages you supply.
Optional Upgrades (add tax and gratuity for upgrades):
Hors d’ oeuvres: tray passed or stationary $ 3.50
Ask for choices
Substitute Mahi Mahi $2.50
Substitute Salmon Fillet with Béarnaise $3.00
Substitute Mediterranean Jumbo Shrimp $4.00
Beef Upgrades: $1.50 – 3.50 depending on cut
Bartending Service: Bartender & Ice: $150
Lovely,
classical surroundingsPrivate
property with controlled access. Comprehensive
"package deals" assure complete planning. Sensible
pricing.