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TOURS

  • Yes. All tours, meetings and property visits are by appointment only. You can set up an appointment by emailing us at info@vizcayavilla.com, calling us at 910-459-4279 ext. 1 or by filling out the Tour form on the Contact page of the website. We highly recommend touring the venue before inquiring to book a date.

  • While we strive to be as consistent as possible, we must make changes (i.e. pricing, package information, included services etc.) as the market around us and demand adjusts. Until a booking is completed, pricing and packages are subject to change. Upon completing a booking, your package and pricing is set, any future changes should not affect you. The property is also a constant work in progress, while maintaining our classic style, we are constantly planting/removing foliage, maintaining the landscape and make necessary updates to the facility. If you come across anything that you feel may negatively affect your special day, we ask that you please bring it to our attention so that we may discuss or address the issue accordingly.

BOOKING

  • We highly suggest booking a date no further than 12 months from the current date, however we are able to accommodate bookings for dates further out on a case by case basis.

  • Dates are booked on a first-come first-serve basis, inquiring about a date does not secure it. A signed contract and $2,000 first payment are required to secure a date. Vizcaya Villa does not hold dates, and dates are not reserved until all booking requirements have been submitted. All bookings are completed electronically.

  • All dates are first-come first-serve, inquiring about a date does not secure it. Until a booking has been completed all dates are open. If you are set on a particular date, it would be best to book as soon as possible to avoid losing your desired date. We host several couples per week touring the venue, while we make note of each couples desired date, we are unable to provide date updates in the event that another couple chooses the same date and moves forward with booking.

  • Vizcaya Villa offers a number of enhancements for couples. see Enhancements for details. All enhancements are based on availability. Pricing and availability subject to change.

VENUE DETAILS

  • Vizcaya Villa is able to  accommodate up to 132 people. This applies to all offered packages.

  • Unfortunately the building does not have an ice machine on site. We do have an ice chest in the catering space which can hold ice for service. Your caterer and bartender should be prepared with bags of ice for your reception.

  • Vizcaya Villa operates with a "leave it as you found it" policy. While we don't expect you to get down and dirty, we do ask that all trash/debris is picked up, personal belongings collected and the building/outside grounds returned to the satisfactory condition in which it was found upon arrival. Couples are expected to maintain the areas in which they, their guests, and vendors have occupied. Vizcaya Villa should be left in the state in which it was found upon arrival. Additional fees may apply for excessive cleaning.

  • Vizcaya Villa is a large property, which means we are in constant maintenance to look out best. Leading up to and on wedding day we blow away debris from the hard surfaces, pick up trash from the outdoor areas and from out local animal residents, sanitize surfaces, and make sure the indoor areas are clean and free of messes. While we give our best efforts leading up to your event time, once you take control of the property for your special event it is not uncommon for birds to fly over, wind the shake the trees or trash begin to build up. We have conveniently located cleaning baskets, brooms and other cleaning supplies all around the building to help your team maintain any areas that may need a bit of extra love before your walk down the aisle.

  • Yes! We welcome your furry family friend to be part of your special day. We simply ask that if your pet becomes disruptive that you have a designated party to take them home. In addition, being an outdoor wedding venue, it is not uncommon for couples and guests to come across some of our own property locals. Although we are located in the heart of Fayetteville, Vizcaya Villa is its own bustling ecosystem with reptiles, birds, furry fiends and more that call this property home. We typically find that with all of hustle and bustle of wedding day, these little critters prefer to stay out of the way. We would love to see your family pet added to the mix!

EVENT LOGISTICS

  • A one hour ceremony rehearsal (access to outdoor grounds only) is included with the property rental for the Ballroom Only and Full Access packages. Rehearsal times are scheduled as:

    Friday weddings rehearse Thursday at 10am - 11am

    Saturday weddings rehearse Friday at 10am - 11am

  • Yes! You may host a bar with beer, wine, champagne or liquor. If there is liquor on the property during the time of your contracted event you must obtain and display the appropriate North Carolina ABC special use permit. Failure to do so is a violation of Vizcaya Villa's alcohol policy. Any alcohol violations will result in fines of up to $500 and/or immediate event termination. You must also provide a bar server throughout your event. Further questions regarding North Carolina alcohol laws please contact ABC.nc.gov. The limited special occasion permit can be found here. We will also provide a copy of the application at the time of booking. Vizcaya Villa features two bar areas both equipped with ample refrigeration. Couples must provide all of their own drink selections and ice.

  • The short answer: no, you are able to work with the vendors of your choice. However, we do highly suggest researching reputable, insured and experienced vendors to be a part of your big day. Having a highly qualified team of professionals by your side can make all of the difference on wedding day. Reputable vendors will be able to help guide your decision making processes, provide insight and offer suggestions. They are able to offer services and assistance that will not only cater to your guests but also not leave you hanging at the end of the night breaking down the buffet or taking out the trash in your wedding dress.

  • The short answer, yes! Included with your property rental is use of our black ballroom chairs, however if you would like to provide your own style of chairs that is welcome as well! When choosing to use the included chairs or provide your own simply keep in mind the “leave it as you found it” policy. Any items brought on site must be taken down and removed prior to your contracted gate close time. If additional time is needed for set up or break down, check out our Enhancements sheet for more information and pricing.

  • In the event an act of God occurs ( ice/snow, hurricane etc.) or is impending, we will contact you as soon as possible to discuss a date move. The safety of you, your guests and your vendors is important to us, while we have action plans in place in the event of disasters, many things are out of our control (power outages, boil advisories, travel restrictions etc.). If ice and/or snow has fallen, the Vizcaya Villa property will close, due to limited local resources we are unable to properly prepare the site for guests. The best policy is to simply get ahead of things and make a decision as soon as possible to make the necessary adjustments.

  • Vizcaya Villa does not provide site security. A property representative will be on site to open the gates and building at the start of your contracted event time. The property representative will return at the conclusion of your event to lock the building. You may also contact them throughout your event day in case of emergency via direct phone number.

  • We welcome you to let your creativity fly and plan your special day how you would like. While we do not hold a list of hard restrictions, there are a few things we would suggest avoiding, such as hanging items from the ceilings, glitter/confetti celebrations, holes in the walls etc. see Suggestions for other things we urge you to avoid or further research before incorporating into your special day. Keep in mind the “leave it as you found it” policy. If anything could possibly cause damage or excessive cleaning, it may be best to rethink.

  • While the look of a dry ice or smoke machine is extremely appealing, unfortunately these items are not permitted for use during events. Smoke machines, even when used outside the venue doors, tend to set off the fire alarms. Unless you plan to invite the fire department to your wedding, it may be best to avoid. Similarly, while dry ice machines don’t come with a side of fireman, once the smoke dissipates you’ll be left with a soaking wet balloon floor. Even after mopping up the mess or grabbing some rags the floors will still take some time to dry. This is a slip hazard for everyone in the room so it’s best to nix the dry ice machine as well.

  • Your DJ may play music outside during your event, however we do caution against hosting the dancing portion of your event outside as there are noise ordinances in place for Cumberland County. We highly suggest using your reasonable judgement and being cautious of the noise level outside. For more information view the Cumberland County Municode Library (Sec. 9.5-30.1 - Loud and Disturbing Noise)

  • Yes! We welcome your video team to utilize drones on the property, we simply ask that you are courteous of our neighbors. Though we have ample tree coverage (especially in the summer months) our close neighbors include a day spa with an outdoor pool.

  • The upper and lower levels of the building provide plenty of outlets for power sources, however we are not equipped for your DJ to play music from a central location throughout the entire building at one time. If this is a set up that you are interested in, you should speak with your DJ about necessary equipment.

  • You and your planning team may decide exactly how you would like the Ballroom set up for your event. We include use of the indoor tables and chairs to include:

    * Up to (13) 5-foot round ballroom tables

    * Up to (6) 8-foot rectangle tables

    * (2) 6-foot rectangle tables

    * Cake table

    * Buffet tables

    * Sweetheart table and chairs

    * Up to (130) ballroom chairs

    (see Ballroom Floor Plan for a printable blank floor plan)

    (see Ballroom Dimensions for a printable blank floor plan with room dimensions)

    The Vizcaya Villa Ballroom has minimal decor featured, including:

    * Sofa Table - The sofa table is a great place for couples to place guest favors, photos, the guestbook, card box etc. This table can not be removed as it acts as a place holder to keep the area clear for safe ingress and egress in the event of an emergency.

    * Corner Stand - Located near the Ballroom entrance we have a corner stand that is great for photos or small decor items to make the space feel more personal. This item may be moved as you’d like but must be put back.

    * Buffet Tables - Our buffet tables are custom made stainless steel tables, 9ft and 5ft. These tables make buffet or self service meals a breeze however being so large and heavy we are unable to remove them from the space. If you do not plan to use them, they can be pushed against the back wall to make more room for guests.

    When planning your wedding day timeline, remember to include ample time for set up, break down and clean up.

  • In the event of inclement weather, you may utilize the covered Lakeside Pavilion as your ceremony location or host your ceremony in the Ballroom. We suggest making your weather decision within 12 - 24 hours to allow for ample set up time so that your planner and additional vendors can plan accordingly.

  • We ask that you fill her basket only with elements found in nature such as real petals, bird seed, or leaves instead of faux petals. Faux petals blow into the lake, bushes etc. with the slightest gust of wind and hinder the property from looking its best. The couple is responsible for maintaining the property/building and returning all areas to the state in which it was found upon arrival. If items not found in nature are used for celebration (glitter, confetti, faux petals etc.) they must be cleaned up before contracted gate close time or additional fees may apply.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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