Tentative Bookings

A tentative booking will be held for 7 days only, and will automatically lapse unless confirmed.

Confirmation & Cancellation of Bookings

The deposit required is $1000.00 payable when the booking is confirmed and the signed contract returned. Should the wedding be cancelled at a later date, the deposit and any future subsequent scheduled payments are non-refundable.

Please note: This means no monies will be given back to in the unlikely event you need to cancel your date for any reason. We also would like to make it clear that we will not refund monies even if the date is re-sold. If for any reason this is not acceptable to you please do not proceed with your booking as we do not wish to disappoint should plans not proceed as you would like. We in good faith will retain your selected date turning away any possible contacts once your booking is confirmed.

Venue and Grounds Hire

We require a venue and cleaning hire fee of $600 for each function.

Guest Numbers

We seat 50 - 120 persons for a formal sit down menu. We can cater for 150 guests in our cocktail menu styles. All minimum numbers below exclude children numbers.

Minimum number of adults required for Saturdays in Spring and Autumn, 2008, is 80.

Minimum number of adults on all other Saturdays is 60.

All Public Holiday weddings need a minimum of 80 adults plus a $1,000.00 surcharge.

Minimum number of adults on all off peak, Sunday or Friday packages is 60 adults.

We are flexible with these stipulations for midweek, January, February and some Sunday weddings.

Minimums on booked number

Should your original booked numbers reduce below your package minimums your minimum charge will be based on the minimum requirements listed on your chosen package i.e. you confirm a booking for 100, pay your deposit and agree to the minimum numbers required on the package, which may be say 80. Then two weeks from the function date, when final numbers are required, you tell us only 60 can attend. If this happens then you will be charged for the 80 minimum as listed on your package and signed off on when submitting your signed contract.

Transport Arrangements

We suggest the use of a mini bus to safely transport your guests. We recommend Maleny Mini buses to quote on your transport needs. Phone Kerry and Fiona on 5494 3203.

Responsible service of alcohol

Responsible service of alcohol rules apply and Maleny Manor requests that the hosts of the function assist with any infringement that incurs or finds alternate transport and removal of any guest not within the guidelines of responsible alcohol service or general moral behaviour. Should any situation escalate the security bond below will apply and removal of persons and or the closing of the event will unfortunately occur.

Security Bond

You will be charged a $500 Security Exit Bond to ensure Manor finish times and venue hire times are adhered to.

You as the hosts are required to ensure that all guests depart the venue in an orderly manner and that there will be no occasions arising during or exiting the venue where we feel we need security backup.

You are also required to ensure that all guests leave the venue at 11.30pm/ or set finish time and that they have safe transport arrangements in place. In-house guests are not to encourage non-in-house guests to stay on past venue closing times. This contravenes our liquor licensing laws and will not be tolerated as it would have a damaging effect on our business.

Any damages will incur a repair charge over and above the security fee.

This bond will be returned in full with a stress free finish to a happy event on final checkout.

Payment Schedules

To keep your function on track we require the following monies and information from you.

• Initial Deposit - $1000.00
• 3 Months Before - $1000.00 Instalment
• 6 Weeks before - a payment of ½ expected food costs and all final details lodged excluding final numbers
• 14 Days before - Final numbers lodged and final food cost payment made including security bond of $500.00
• On the Day - Accommodation and Beverages

Hair and Makeup Facilities

You can use either our loft or air-conditioned suite for your hair and makeup requirements so you can simply walk down stairs to your beautiful ceremony when you are ready.

The only package this service it not available for is the Sunday gold short stay package where you simply arrive on site for your ceremony.

Accommodation

It is a condition that all 6 rooms be booked if you are having your wedding with us. All rooms have their own ensuite and the tariff includes a continental breakfast of cereals, fruit and yoghurt, Danish pastries and Toast.

Children's Meals

For children under 12 we offer a meal of fish, chips and nuggets with dipping sauce followed by a bowl of ice cream and chocolate topping. $25.00 per child.

Over 12s, half price/half size adult's meal served with chips.

Entertainers' meals

We offer a $25.00 meal served with a bread roll for any persons helping, Photographers etc. Please advise if these are required when stating final numbers.

Damages and Banned Products

Guest organisers of the function agree to be liable for any loss or damage to Maleny Manor equipment or property.

Maleny Manor does not allow anything fixed or attached onto the property itself.

Maleny Manor will take the utmost care, but no responsibility will be taken for any loss or damage to merchandise, decorations, cakes or other personal property prior to, during or after weddings.

NO metal cut sprinkles, glitter or confetti allowed.

Smoking

Maleny Manor is a NON SMOKING venue. Smokers must be 4 metres from all doorways.

NO Butts surcharge - have fun but put the butts in ashtrays provided. $50.00 clean up fee may apply.

Disabled Access

Access ramps and toilets with facilities for disabled visitors are provided.

Drought/Food Costs

As we are all well aware we are now in a serious situation with our dwindling water supplies. We believe this will have a radical effect on our raw produce prices at some time. Already a shortage of supply has increased prices by about $1 per kg. We will endeavour to honour our menu commitment to you, but may have to make a last minute decision on products as the situation escalates. We would imagine that we will always be able to supply the base meal product i.e. chicken breasts but may run into some problems with things like asparagus, strawberries etc.

We will be sure to let you know personally should we need to discuss any large menu changes as far in advance as possible. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause you.

Multimedia Presentations

To enhance your day you can take advantage of our multimedia equipment. We offer 106cm plasma linked to our computer and PA system.

Coupled with our lectern for your speeches, which has a power outlet for laptop, a small reading lamp and microphone holder you are truly prepared to give the speech of your life.

You may want to take advantage of these new facilities by:

• showing a slide show of your lives to date;
• show slideshows of people you want to remember;
• allowing us to take photos with our digital camera and upload them to a slideshow (immediately) and then burn a disc of those photos before you leave. Instant memories! And a real talking point through dinner to see photos of everyone and your ceremony.
• playing background music.

Multimedia Prices

DVD slideshow presentation (disc bought in by you and played continuously for 3 hours)	$50.00
DVD slideshow presentation (one off presentation during speeches)	$25.00
Our Digital Camera photo snapshot presentation. 150 photos	$50.00
Our Digital Camera photos burnt onto disc. 150 photos	$10.00
Full use of our lectern	$25.00
Roving microphone	$10.00
5 stacker CD player (Suitable for background music only)	$10.00
Total Package at discounted price	$150.00

Guest Numbers

• We seat 120 for a formal sit down dinner.
• We cater for up to 150 guests cocktail style.

Pricing Includes

• The Manor and grounds for your special day. (Garden ceremonies)
• Linen cloths and napkins
• All tables and modern wooden chairs (Antique chairs used for bridal table)
• Free chair covers
• All staff and labour costs
• Beverage service to your table
• Tray service of Hors D'oeuvres and first drinks after ceremony
• Free tea and coffee all day
• Free crusty bread rolls and butter
• Free chair covers
• Antique table & chairs for signing of registry plus 12 covered chairs outside
• Grounds mown the week of your wedding, ready for photos!
• Top level of Manor for bridal party to have hair/makeup done
• Fresh sandwiches & juice for bridal party when getting ready
• Assistance with preparations & ceremony entrance
• Liaising with your MC for the smooth flow of your reception.

Forms Supplied Upon Confirmation

- Wedding Day Running Sheet
- Reception Room Plan
- Accommodation Plan.