FAQ’s

Up to 120 guests. Additional guests will need approval from The Lodge (additional charges may apply).
We accept cash, checks, and money orders. $1,000 Non-refundable deposit due at time of contract signature. $1,000 Non-refundable payment due 120 days after contract signing. Remaining balance due 90 days before event. $750 Refundable security deposit due 30 days before the event. For events scheduled less than 90 days after signing the contract, payment must be made in full at time of signing. Payment for Elopement Packages are due at the time of signing the contract.
Yes. All clients are required to obtain and maintain event insurance, including Host Liquor liability, in an amount not less than $1,000,000 USD for Combined Single Limit for Bodily Injury and Property Damage. On average, event insurance will cost you around $150 (typically depends on number of guests).

Your insurance policy must name The Lodge at Dover Place as well as the owners as additional insureds. The certificate of insurance with an endorsement must be provided thirty (30) days prior to the event.

This insurance is separate, and in addition, to any insurance provided by caterer, if one is contracted. The Lodge recommends contacting www.eventhelper.com and www.markelusaaevent.com
You and your guests may drink alcoholic beverages during the event. For liability and insurance purposes, this is one of the reasons that Event Insurance is required.
Our facility has built partnerships with some of the areas top vendors. If you want to use outside vendors, please contact us to discuss.Contact
Absolutely! You will have time scheduled for both. However, guests should not arrive more than 30 minutes before your event starts.
Outdoor music must end at 10:30 pm and all guests are expected to depart by 11:30 pm
We have convenient parking lots with attendants and disabled parking is available. We also have special access and parking for the bridal party.
Clients are expected to do some general clean up. This includes picking up trash and clearing tables. There is a $300 clean up fee for clients who forego basic clean up requirements.
We have two locations for weddings and other ceremonies. They can take place in the gazebo by the pond or in The Lodge.
Clients are welcome to bring in their own specific décor, with restrictions: no open flames; no glitter; no tape, staples, or push pins; no permanent markers; no items that hang from the ceiling, ceiling fans, or hanging lights; or any materials that may cause damage to property. The Lodge must approve all décor items 30 days prior to the event.
The Lodge offers three suites each with a private bath and a shared kitchenette. The nearest hotel is two miles from The Lodge.
We do not allow fireworks (only those provided by the Lodge), firearms, glass bottles, campers, ATVs, or animals on the property. Smoking is only allowed in designated outside locations.
Of course! Contact us to schedule a tour. All efforts will be made to accommodate your schedule.
Once you've seen the facility and you're ready to lock-in your date, we'll get the contract signed. We are unable to reserve The Lodge for your event until the contract is signed and the $1,000 non-refundable holding deposit is paid.
Do not use your GPS. GPS will direct you down miles of gravel road. Below are directions for a more direct route: Take Hwy 70 west to exit 193 (Warrenton/Hwy 47), go east on the North Outer Road to the Super 8 Motel, and turn left on Hwy AA. Travel 1.7 miles and turn right onto N. Lohman road. Go past one house on the left and make an immediate left. Dover Place will be on your right. The Lodge is at the end of the circle drive.
Do not use your GPS. GPS will direct you down miles of gravel road. Below are directions for a more direct route: Take Hwy 70 east to exit 193 (Warrenton/Hwy 47), go east on the North Outer Road to the Super 8 Motel, and turn left on Hwy AA. Travel 1.7 miles and turn right onto N. Lohman road. Go past one house on the left and make an immediate left. Dover Place will be on your right. The Lodge is at the end of the circle drive.
Do not use your GPS. GPS will direct you down miles of gravel road. Below are directions for a more direct route: Take Hwy 47 north, turn right and go east on the North Outer Road to the Super 8 Motel, and turn left on Hwy AA. Travel 1.7 miles and turn right onto N. Lohman road. Go past one house on the left and make an immediate left. Dover Place will be on your right. The Lodge is at the end of the circle drive.
Do not use your GPS. GPS will direct you down miles of gravel road. Below are directions for a more direct route: Take Hwy 47 south, turn left and go east on the North Outer Road to the Super 8 Motel, and turn left on Hwy AA. Travel 1.7 miles and turn right onto N. Lohman road. Go past one house on the left and make an immediate left. Dover Place will be on your right. The Lodge is at the end of the circle drive.