Sweet Marie’s Private Event Details 

 

We are so thankful you have considered hosting your next event at Sweet Marie’s Tea Cottage. Our main dining room provides a unique and charming atmosphere perfect for intimate gatherings. We pride ourselves on making every event a success, whether it be a bridal shower, baby shower, birthday party, corporate luncheon, or any occasion to celebrate over a cup of tea. Please review the information below and contact lindsey@sweetmariestea.com for any further questions regarding our services. Thank you and we look forward to learning more about your special day! Please allow up to three business days for a response. 

 

Capacity | 31 guests 

 

Minimum | Inside standard business hours 

Thursday-Sunday | $1,000.00

 

Minimum | Outside of standard business hours

Saturday-Sunday | $1,000.00

Thursday-Friday | $800.00

Tuesday-Wednesday | $500.00

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Parties are plated for the confirmed number of present guests only. 

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Tea time frame | Inside of standard business hours 

Thursday-Sunday | 12:00-1:30pm or 2:00-3:30pm

• Tea served during standard business hours is a 90-minute service.

• Private events booked within standard business hours may not exceed our 90-minute service.

 

Tea time frame | Outside of standard business hours (recommended)

Thursday-Sunday | 9:30-11:30am or 4:30-6:30pm

Tuesday-Wednesday | between 12:00-8:00pm  

• Private event teas booked outside of standard business hours are allotted up to 120 minutes with the option to extend hours at an additional $50.00/30 minutes. However, we find two hours provides the perfect time for small gatherings! 

 

Deposit & Fees

• A non refundable fee of $100.00 is required to secure the event date and time. 

• No additional room fees are required. 

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Patio Availability | Open April-September 

• Private events booked during our patio's open season do not include private access during standard business hours.

• Private access requires a $200.00 fee.

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Food and Beverage Menu | Outside food, beverage, wine, and/or cocktails are prohibited

Prix Fixe Private Event Tea Menu | 36

Final menu is set at least 30 days prior to the event start date 

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Included

Unlimited Traditional Breakfast tea | One canapé or parfait

Two scones | Three petit fours | Four tea sandwiches

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Tea & Accompaniments 

Unlimited Traditional Breakfast Tea | Cream and sugar cubes

Honey, agave, and lemon upon request 

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Canapés & Parfaits | Choose 1

Mixed Berry Parfait | Pound cake crumble, sweet cream

Ricotta & Honey | Cranberries, thyme

Strawberry & Goat cheese | Sweet balsamic, basil

Smoked Salmon | Chive cream cheese mousse (+2)

Vegan Eggplant caponata | Balsamic, arugula greens (+2)

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Sandwiches | Choose 4

Cucumber | Cream cheese, dill, mint, lemon zest

Prosciutto & Pear | Fig, ginger, goat cheese mousse, honey

Tarragon Chicken Salad | Celery, chives, golden raisins 

Turkey & Brie | Cranberry pepper jam, arugula

Strawberry Tart | Blackberry sweet cream

Vegan AB&J | Almond butter & jam 

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Scones 

Cranberry Orange | Cheddar Chive

Served with clotted cream and jam 

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Petit Fours

Assorted tea cakes and cookies

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Welcome Pour | Event Mocktail, Cocktail, or Bubbles

Mocktail | 6

Mocktail pitcher (refills 6 glasses) | 32

 

Cocktail | 10

Cocktail pitcher (refills 6 glasses) | 56

 

Bubbles | 30 

Champagne | Prosecco | Brut Rosé

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Children’s Sprinkle Tea Menu | 30

Prix fixe price includes three sandwiches, one scone with clotted cream, two petite sweets, and bottomless tea/hot chocolate. Accommodations can be made for allergies and/or dietary restrictions at an additional $2 per modified menu. Please contact Lindsey for details and pricing for a fully custom allergen free menu. Children’s sprinkle teas are exclusive to children’s parties only. 

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Event Timelines 

Outside Business Hours Private Event Timelines (recommended) 

Event time | 9:30-11:30am

9:00 | 30 minute set up with a 5 guest max.

9:30 | Guest arrival, meet and greet.

9:30-10:00 | Welcome pour (optional) & canapés.

10-10:15 | Guests have found their seat & teapots are served.

10:15-10:30 | Tea towers are served.

11:15 | To go bags are distributed per table. Check presentation and settlement with the host.

11:30 | Room cleared for clean up and flip.

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Event time | 4:30-6:30pm 

4:00 | 30 minute set up with a 5 guest max.

4:30 | Guest arrival, meet and greet.

4:30-5:00 | Welcome pour (optional) & canapés. 

5-5:15 | Guests have found their seat & teapots are served. 

5:15-5:30 | Tea towers are served.

6:15 | To go bags are distributed per table. Check presentation and settlement with the host. 

6:30 | Room cleared for clean up.

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Inside Business Hours Private Event Timelines

Event time | 12:00-1:30pm

11:45 | 15 minute set up with a 3 guest max.

12-12:15 | Guest arrival, meet and greet. Welcome pour (optional) & canapés.

12:15 | Guests have found their seat & teapots are served,

12:30 | Tea towers are served.

1:15 | To go bags are distributed per table. Check presentation and settlement with the host.

1:30 | Room cleared for clean up and flip.

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Event time | 2:00-3:30pm

1:45 | 15 minute set up with a 3 guest max.

2-2:15 | Guest arrival, meet and greet. Welcome pour (optional) & canapés.

2:15 | Guests have found their seat & teapots are served,

2:30 | Tea towers are served.

3:15 | To go bags are distributed per table. Check presentation and settlement with the host.

3:30 | Room cleared for clean up and flip.

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Set up | Decor | Breakdown 

• Due to our small footprint, set up is permitted no sooner than 15-30 minutes prior to the event start time with a 3- 5 guest maximum.

• Please discourage guests from bringing any outside food or beverages. 

• Outside food and beverages are only allowed if given as party favors and cannot be opened or served. 

• Decorations are welcome with the exception of glitter, signs with glitter, and confetti. Please do not use staples, nails, tacks, or glue to hang decorations.

• Guests are responsible for discarding all wrapping paper and trimmings as well as decorative items. Please remove or discard balloons, banners, signs, and if tape was used, please remove gently. Trash bags will be provided. 

• Please refrain from any games that require hiding small items. 

• Sweet Marie’s is not responsible for any party favors or personal items left behind. 

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Cancellation Policies

Final details are confirmed 30 days prior to the event start date

• Event cancellation 30+ days prior to the event start date will not receive any charges unless custom orders have been placed. Upfront security fee is non-refundable. 

• Event cancellation within 3 weeks - responsible for 25% of food and beverage plus tax and gratuity. 

• Event cancellation within 2 weeks - responsible for 50% of food and beverage plus tax and gratuity. 

• Event cancellation within 1 week -  responsible for 75% of food and beverage plus tax and gratuity. 

• Event cancellation less than 72 hours prior to the event start date - responsible for 100% of food and beverage plus tax and gratuity.

 

Payment 

One bill will be presented at the conclusion of the event plus tax and 20% gratuity. We accept full payments in cash and credit cards with a two credit card maximum. We do not accept split payments.

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Thank you!