Rates & PoliciesDetailed prices for the following services are available upon request.


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Set-up & Decorations

The Hidden Chateau & Gardens will handle all your rental needs. In the event that additional rental equipment is needed and obtained through an outside source by renter, equipment is not to be dropped off in the Gardens before scheduled time slot. Special arrangements can be made with proper notice if needed. Pick up of rentals is to be the same day of event or before 9:00am the following day. A daily fee will be deducted from the security deposit if rentals occupy the space after the agreed pick up time. Special arrangements can be made with proper notice.

Due to the Historical nature of the Hidden Chateau and Gardens location, strict guidelines must be followed in-order to preserve the grounds and building. Decorations such as balloons, ribbon, fabric, and flowers are not to be attached to the building. Nails, staples, glue and tape are not to be used on the building structure or fences at any time.

Confetti, birdseed, shredded-paper, rice, sparklers, and smoke machines are not allowed.

Enclosed candles are allowed in designated areas only. The Hidden Chateau’s event manager will determine the area and quantity to be used. In the event of high winds, candles will not be allowed. Candles with hurricane vases or tea lights in votives are recommended.


Insurance

All contracted services not handled through the Hidden Chateau must be fully licensed and insured. The Hidden Chateau must receive a waiver or copy of an insurance certificate and license of each independent contractor service hired for the event. If the outside contractor is providing their own event insurance, the following names are required to be added to their contract for the day of the event: “The Hidden Chateau & Gardens; the Francis Lederer Estate / Glenda Reed Property Manager; and Sierra Farms.” Renter is responsible for any damages caused by negligence by any attendees or outside contractors hired for the event.
 


Outside Vendors

In the event the Hidden Chateau recommends and/or assists in making arrangements with contractors in request by the renter, it is understood that the Hidden Chateau is only referring outside services and is not to be held in anyway responsible for their actions. The Hidden Chateau is not responsible for any damage, neglect, or bad service from outside services provided from outside vendors hired by the renter.
 


Alcohol

Alcohol may be served. Server must be an insured, legal bartender. Alcohol may be sold with proper permits and licenses.
 


Caterer

Outside food that is not prepared by a licensed food caterer is not allowed on premises. The following items and specifications for the caterer are as listed. A complete list will be distributed to the caterer prior to the event.

  • Caterer is responsible for all their equipment, i.e.: tables, lighting, electrical cords, dishes, serving supplies, decorations etc.
  • The Hidden Chateau does not offer a kitchen for the caterer to use.
  • All remaining food, drinks and trash are to remove completely by the scheduled clean up time.
  • All trash is to be placed into trash bags, carried to the dumpster.

As an additional service to you, we do offer catering. Click here to view menu


Music & Sound

Amplified music and a P.A. system are permissible until 10:00 pm; however, the noise level may not exceed 83 decibels at any time.
 


Day of Coordinator

The Hidden Chateau & Gardens requires a “day-of” coordinator to assure specific details on the wedding/reception day, i.e. candle lighting, timing for meal, ceremony, etc. are handled. We can recommend someone or you may choose your own. We strongly suggest it is someone who is not part of the wedding party. Please provide us with name and contact of coordinator.

"I hired a wedding planner to assist me with my personal wedding needs, and it's the best money I spent! A week before my wedding everyone was telling me that I seemed so calm for only being a week out from my big day; my response - 'that's why I hired a wedding planner.'

Also, I'm in sales, and time is money, so I couldn't afford the distractions of taking calls, and lining up meetings related to our wedding. My wedding coordinator did all of that for me, and this allowed me to continue to focus on my job, and I hit my sales goals monthly! Had I not, this would have cost me more than the fees for my wedding planner. Great investment, and quite a relief on my nerves!"

Lori Van Orsdol


Event Monitoring and Clean-up

If renter declines the clean-up service offered by the Hidden Chateau & Gardens with an additional fee, the Renter is responsible for clean up. This includes clean up from caterer, bar, band, food and trash etc. The facility must be left in the same condition as it was when rented. Appropriated fees will be assessed by a staff member of the Hidden Chateau and deducted from security deposit.
 


Miscellaneous

  • Due to the fact that this is a Historical Landmark location, the gardens and building are not equipped for handicapped guests. Special arrangements may be required, i.e. rental of restroom facilities prior to the event. The Hidden Chateau’s event manager can assist renter in making special arrangements if requested. Renter will occur the additional cost if any.
  • In the event that the expected number of guests exceeds 75, additional restrooms may be required to rent. Renter will occur cost.
  • Rental rates are individually calculated based on number of guests and time needed to occupy the facility.
  • Appointments are recommended to view the facility.
     

Loss or Damages

The Hidden Chateau & Gardens assumes no responsibility for personal property or merchandise left or damaged on the premises. If property is left behind, the establishment will do their best to hold the items for 48 hours, however not liable for theft with in that time. Except for the active negligence or the willful misconduct of the Hidden Chateau & Gardens, renter undertakes and agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless Hidden Chateau & Gardens and any of its employees from and against all suits and action, losses, claims, demands and expenses, including but not limited to attorneys fees and cost of litigation, damage or liability of any nature whatsoever, for the death or injury to any person, including Permitee’s employees or agents, or damage or destruction of property of either party hereto or third parties, arising in any manner by reason of the negligent acts or omissions, or the willful misconduct incident to the performance of this permit by the renter, its agents, officers, employees, or any sub-contractor.

Renter acknowledges it will use facilities at own risk and expressly waives any right to make or prosecute Claims, demands against the Hidden Chateau also known as the Canoga Mission Gallery, (Historical Cultural Heritage, Monument #135) and / or the Francis Lederer Estate and Sierra Farms for any injury or damage which Renter and or Renters guest that may sustain by virtue of the exercised by the permission granted by the reason of any defect, deficiency or impairment which may occur from time to time due from any cause of the water supply system, draining system, gas mains, electrical apparatus or cable furnished for the event or for any loss resulting from fire, water, tornado, civil commotion, riots, landslide, windstorm, earthquake, wildlife, or any other acts of God.
 


Security Deposit

A Security Deposit is required 10 days prior to the event. After ascertaining there are no damages to either the grounds or other property of the Hidden Chateau, i.e. fountains, store items, outdoor furniture or gardens, your full deposit will be returned within 30 days. Any extra rental or additional supplies that need to be purchased the day of your event will be deducted from the security deposit, as well as any damages.
 


Taxes and Service Charge

Los Angeles tax rate is 8.25% and the service charge is 18%.
 


Cutoff Time

Due to city regulations and our agreement with the property manager,, all music and amplified sound must end by 10:00 pm. Guests generally leave by 11:00 pm. Please keep in mind that the cost of the event is based on certain timeframes. If guests linger past 11:00 pm, then the extended time for labor may be deducted from the security deposit. If guests remain past 11:15 pm, then an overtime charge per hour will be assessed.
 


Cancellation / Postponement

Clients may cancel without penalty with a written request at least 180 days prior to the event (6 months). A cancellation within 180 days of the event is subject to forfeiture of the initial deposit of one-half the Facility Rental Rate. In the event that the date needs to be changed, there is no charge to move the date (for the first time only), provided we receive the request at least 180 days before the scheduled date.
Cancellations may also use their initial payment towards another event at the Chateau within 12 months time of original contracted date.


For Event Hosting Information, Appointments, and Reservations
please call 818-610-3228 or email us at
info@hiddenchateau.com

23130 Sherman Way West Hills, CA 91307

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