General Questions
The Ancestral Barn hosts seasonally April through October. The Hilltop Reception Room is available for more year-round special events however, the holiday season is limited for our families including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years’.
The Ancestral Barn may accommodate up to 200 guests at round tables; up to 300 at rectangular dining tables. The Hilltop Reception Room may comfortably accommodate up to 144 at round tables (additional fee); up to 180 guests at standard rectangular dining tables yet depending upon other selections 220 maximum.
Please see the details found here, complete pricing, and included items.
Dates are reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis. To secure a date, Pointe D’Vine must receive a completed and signed contract and 33% of the final rental fee. Discussion of dates does not guarantee a reservation.
Yes. We accept cash, check, and credit cards or bank transfers are subject to convenience fees.
The damage deposit of $300 is due with your initial payment and will be refunded 14 days post-event given there are no damages to the property and/or violations of venue policies.
Yes, two events can occur simultaneously on the same day. Each client/party is contracted to their selected venue, the Ancestral Barn (west side) or the Hilltop Reception Room (east side).
Clients can choose the premium package for reserving both venues so that they have exclusivity to the property, flexibility of their outdoor photography, and overall special event.
Yes for each respective venue offers a space to get dressed, ready, and enjoy fellowship. A walk-out basement for the gentlemen to play games or watch tv, and a separate upstairs room for the ladies to prepare hair and makeup. Please be aware, stair access only.
Yes, for an additional (hourly) fee based upon venue availability.
About 45 minutes to one hour for rehearsal of the ceremony.
A final decision must be made by 8 am on the day of your event. The client’s reception venue will serve as the contingent. Therefore, arrangements will need to be made for the staff to perform a space flip, or have the guests remain seated at their dining tables and only limited ceremony seating for immediate family members.
There is no smoking or vaping allowed indoors. Respectfully use the designated smoking areas with provided smoking receptacles located a safe distance from our buildings.
Yes, on the West side of the property, restrooms are a short walking distance from the Ancestral Barn along the concrete pathway to a red shed building with overhang. At the East, the white building is fully enclosed, the indoor restrooms are down a hallway from the Hilltop Reception Room and centrally located nearby the Tasting Room, 57&Vine, for the general public.
Food + Drink
No, the venue does not provide catering. Caterers must be selected from our approved list or are subject to additional fees and approval from the Venue and Event Manager. Our caterers on the list range in price, availability, and style, and they have all worked in our space before and know the rules and expectations, so they are an awesome resource.
Yes, as required by Illinois law, we manage all the bar service. Therefore, alcohol and other refreshments are serviced by Pointe D’Vine Venue and our licensed staff. Service must conclude 30 minutes before the scheduled event end time. No outside alcohol is allowed.
The caterer is responsible for the serve ware and silverware. The venue provides tables, chairs, and lap-length tablecloths. Disposable cups are included in the bar management. Real glassware may be rented by the venue.
No, Pointe D’Vine offers cake cutting services with a written request!
No.
Yes, however, a service manager is required to oversee food services.
Decor + Rentals
Yes! Outside of catering and beverage/alcohol service, there are no required vendors. All vendors must be insured and are subject to approval by the Venue and Event Manager.
Yes! You can go extravagant with decorating the space or leave it just the way it is.
Few Rules
- We do not allow real candles, only battery-operated tealights, candles.
- Nothing may be affixed to the walls, beams, floor, or other structure without permission from the Venue and Event Manager.
- No confetti, glitter, birdseed, or granular-sized objects may be thrown in the building.
- Only naturally biodegradable flower petals may be used for environmental safety and preservation of the natural landscape.
Yes! A permit must be submitted one or two months prior to the event date. Our venue staff will order products based upon your budget, coordinate, and manage the presentation.
Yes. We definitely encourage responsible drinking and guests are welcomed to pick up their vehicle the following day at their own convenience.
Tasting Room
Reservations are not required but highly recommended. Please call ahead with groups of 6 or more or tour buses.
Guests can begin to arrive 30 minutes prior to opening and secure a spot on the deck or hill; however, staff will not be available to make wine purchases until opening times. Last call is 15 minutes prior to closing. We ask that all guests depart by closing time.
Yes in the building, but please be aware the landscape on the hill can be uneven and in some parts difficult to maneuver. The walkway and circle drive are a standard rock gravel to the deck area.
We will still offer tastings inside but live music may be canceled. We’ll do our best to communicate within 24 hours via email and/or social media. The deck and grass areas are open outdoor spaces for guests. If the Hilltop Reception Room is available, we will move live entertainment and guest seating to that indoor space.
Yes, we have four restrooms inside the winery. Also handicap accessible.
No, we do not allow outside alcohol. Guests who consume outside alcohol will be asked to leave.
No, we will have all our Pointe D’Vine wines available for purchase. You can also make a reservation for a wine tasting by phone or email 57andvine@gmail.com.
Firearms, outside alcohol, marijuana are prohibited. No coolers or outside food are allowed.
Children are allowed in the winery’s purchase area, deck and on the hill. No one under 21 is permitted to consume alcohol. Children 12 and under need to be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times.
Yes. We offer light snacks, charcuterie boards of cheese and crackers, sandwiches and mini sliders, pizza (seasonal) and more. We offer a non-alcoholic selection of Pepsi products, iced tea and coffee & espresso, lemonade, smoothies and wine slushes. As well as select domestic beer (and import) options.
We accept all major credit cards.
Yes, dogs are permitted on the outdoor premises. Please keep them on a leash and provide needed provisions. Service dogs are always allowed inside and outside.
Setup and Day-of-Event Questions
Vendors may begin entry at 10 am to the contracted space(s). Please ensure coordination with our venue manager.
All rentals and decor must be removed at the end of your event, unless other arrangements are made with the Venue and Event Manager. The dressing spaces must be left the way that you found them.
The parking area is a large gravel space centrally located between both venues and shared with our tasting room. We provide an attendant to drive a golf cart for your guests’ convenience and ease.
We are a working farm, for that reason, all deliveries must be scheduled in advance. Please advise your vendors to contact us directly.
No. The client/vendors are responsible for their setup.
