Frequently asked questions.

What is required to make my reservation?

The first thing you need to do is fill out an inquiry form here. Once we have received that, we will contact you via email or phone to see if we are a good fit for your event. Once you have toured the venue and signed a contract, we require a 50% deposit with the balance due 60 days before your event. If you book within 30 days of your arrival date, the entire balance is due when booking.

Can I come to visit Honalee Forest?

Yes! We would be happy to give you a scheduled walk-through and answer any questions to help you decide to book. Once the space is reserved, we can be available for additional walk-throughs for you and your vendors.

How do I hold a date?

To hold a date, you need to contact us. If the date is available, we will offer a 7-day soft hold while details are discussed and a contract is generated. A hold is not secure until a signed contract is returned with the required deposit. Suppose another party is interested in the venue before we receive these items. In that case, we will offer you a deadline to submit the contract and deposit before releasing the hold to the other party. If the date you requested has an existing hold, we will offer the previous party a deadline and then contact you when the deadline is over.

What forms of payment do you take?

We accept cash, checks, and all major credit cards.

What is your cancellation policy?

Cancellations will only be accepted up to sixty (60) days before the event without being liable for the contract balance in full.

How good is the cell service at the venue?

Cell service is excellent! We have no issues at our location.

Does your venue provide overnight accommodations?

No, we are only a wedding venue. We do not have any overnight accommodations, but we can recommend some lodging options in the area.

Can we interact with the animals?

You are welcome to interact with the animals respectfully from the outside of the cage. We have an animal interaction add-on for the venue if this is something you are interested in. Please state this in your inquiry form.

Are restrooms available?

Yes. We provide portable toilets. You may choose to rent a portable luxury toilet. Inquire for add on cost.

How many guests can you accommodate?

We can accommodate UP TO 50 guests. This includes vendors - ie. photographers, caterers, DJs, etc.

Can I bring my own vendors?

Yes! We do not have a preferred vendors list, but the vendors we recommend are well-versed and efficient in our space. You are allowed to use your vendors. We allow you to bring almost anything into our facility.

What are your timeframes for wedding receptions?

We are flexible with our time frames; however, all events must conclude by 11:00 pm. If you are interested in having a daytime reception, the conclusion must be by 2:00 pm to accommodate evening events.

Can I bring my own decorations?

Absolutely! Anything you bring must be taken out the same day. Our staff will provide regular cleaning as a service. There will be a fee of $350 if excessive cleaning is required.

Can we throw confetti?

We care deeply for the animals we own and the ones who visit our property, so we ask that you not use your confetti. We want to avoid our guests unintentionally throwing something harmful to our creatures. Because we know this may be an essential part of your ceremony, we make our floral confetti available as an add-on.

Can we bring our dog?

We love dogs! We have two of our own and understand the desire to have yours present on your special day. We take dog requests individually. We’ve run into situations where dogs have attacked our children and chickens so we are fairly cautious on this request. This will depend on the individual dog. If this is something you’d like, include it in your request form, and we’ll go from there.

Is onsite parking available?

We believe in sustainability, and due to the forested nature of our space, we do not want to place additional parking at this time. We can accommodate roughly ten cars, just enough for a wedding party and vendors. We encourage the use of Uber and Lyft. This has been done by numerous events held at this space and has always worked out.

Is event insurance required?

Yes. We require Event Insurance for all event rentals at the venue. The insurance certificate of liability is due 30-days before your event.

Is proof of COVID vaccine required?

We highly recommend all guests be up to date on vaccinations and boosters. This policy is subject to change based on Clackamas County Guidelines.

• Face masks are optional.

• Be mindful of others wearing a mask and maintain distance.

• If you are experiencing any COVID symptoms or test positive, please postpone your event.