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Frequently Asked Questions

We get it. You probably have a ton of questions, and you feel like you come to realize every day that there are a handful of other things you never even thought about until just now! No stress. You are not alone. We've carefully considered what most couples are curious about and have answered them for you here.

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Where is The Silos of Seneca located?

We're located right outside of Geneva, in the heart of wine country in the Finger Lakes. Our address for is: 4694 Redman Rd, Geneva, NY  14456. For driving directions, take NY-14A to Redman Rd. We are the first property with structures on the right.


We are...

5 minutes from beautiful Seneca Lake

5 minutes from downtown Geneva
10 minutes from downtown Penn Yan
20 minutes from downtown Canandaigua
1 hour from Rochester, Syracuse, and Ithaca

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How can I contact The Silos of Seneca?

The best way to contact us is by filling out our contact form here.

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Can I book something other than a wedding at The Silos of Seneca?

While the Silos of Seneca specializes in wedding-type events, our local community is more than welcome to host other types of events that may be conduce to our event space. If you have any interest in exploring the potential of hosting your event at The Silos, we encourage you to reach out to us to see what might be possible. That being said, weekend dates (Friday-Sunday) are generally reserved for wedding-type events.

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Can I reserve the entire weekend for my event at The Silos of Seneca?

Yes! While The Silos of Seneca typically hosts events as one day rentals, we have affordable package options for renting the property for the full weekend!

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How much does it cost to host my wedding at The Silos of Seneca?

Friday and Sunday weddings: $4,000

Saturday weddings: $5,000

Full Weekend rental: $7,250

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What is included in the venue rental fee? 

Click here to see everything that's included when you book your wedding at The Silos of Seneca.

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What is your alcohol policy?

The Silos of Seneca offers a wide variety of alcohol packages that fit any budget. If you have special requests for any alcohol or beverage packages (including hosting an alcohol-free event), we have options for you! Please note that beverage packages or other alcohol requests are not included in your Venue Rental Fee. You can find beverage package options and prices on our pricing guide here.

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Do you include or require a Day-of-Event Coordinator?

We find that having someone who knows the property advocating for you and helping with vendors makes for a fun and stress-free experience for everyone. That's why we are proud to say that every wedding event booked at The Silos comes with complimentary day-of-event coordination with one of our professional coordinators. That being said, it's also our belief that your special day is only as special as the vendors you hire. We firmly believe that our in-house coordinators are some of the best in the industry, but if you'd like to hire someone you're already comfortable and have a relationship with, we welcome third-party coordinators or planners to The Silos as well!

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Do you offer full or partial wedding planning?

All of our Day-of-Event Coordinators are also versed in full or partial wedding planning. Whether you are looking for someone to plan everything from table decorations to meals, or you just need some extra help the last few months before your wedding, our team offers a variety of planning packages that fit exactly what you need.

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What is the maximum and minimum capacity at The Silos of Seneca?

The maximum capacity at The Silos of Seneca is 150 guests for weddings and 160 persons for corporate events. We do not have a minimum capacity, and all pricing for the venue rental is the same flat-rate price, regardless of guest count, making our pricing and packaging simple and straightforward.

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Do you require wedding day insurance? 

Wedding Day Insurance (or Special Event Insurance) is required to host your wedding or event at The Silos of Seneca. To make things as easy and simple as possible, we've partnered with an insurance company that specializes in wedding events and has standard policies covering you for everything that is required with the click of a button or tap on your phone. The average cost is around $125, but may be more or less, depending on your exact wedding details.

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Do you require a damage deposit?

Our refundable damage and infraction deposit is $1,000 and is due no later than 30 days before your wedding date.

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Is there parking on-site at The Silos of Seneca?

Our parking lot can hold up to a maximum of 70 vehicles with 6 additional handicap parking spaces, allowing you and your guests to enjoy your wedding day without the added interruption of a shuttle service.

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Are there on-site accommodations or housing at The Silos of Seneca?

Yes! We have 2 beautiful farm houses on premises that are available for you or your guests to rent for an addition cost. You can find housing package options and prices on our pricing guide here.

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Can I get ready at The Silos of Seneca, even if I don't want to rent a house for the entire night?

Also, yes! It's our policy that at least one of the two houses will always be offered to you to get ready on the morning of your wedding day. You can see pricing at our pricing guide here.

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Do you allow pets? 

We understand that for most people, pets are a part of the family. That's why we allow pets to be present on your special day for the ceremony and an hour of photos either before or after. 

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What are your catering requirements? 

The Silos of Seneca requires that all couples hire a professional caterer that is licensed to serve in NY who manages all aspects of food service and cleanup, including bussing tables. If you're looking for an in-house catering service, The Silos can accommodate that as well!

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Are there any exclusive vendors that we are required to work with at The Silos of Seneca? 

We believe that the best experience comes from working with people you know and trust. That's why The Silos of Seneca keeps an open policy to vendors, allowing you to bring in those you feel will make your wedding day the best it can be. If you're looking for vendor recommendations or suggestions, we've got everything you need. Two of our 4 owners are actually wedding photographers and videographers, and we offer a $400-500 discount on those services if you book with them (beautyandthebeardcreative.com). We also offer in-house coordination with all of our packages at no extra cost, but by no means are you required to even book them. We have a strong desire to enable you to book any vendor you'd like, ensuring that your wedding becomes the dream wedding you've always envisioned.

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What vendors or services are provided or can we get through The Silos of Seneca?

Day-of-Event Coordination

Overnight Housing

Bridal Suite or Getting Ready Suite

In-House Bar and Beverage Packages*

Table Setup and Breakdown

Decoration Setup and Breakdown*

Partial and Full Wedding Planning*

Photography and Videography*

Catering (appetizers, dinner, dessert)*

Floral design*

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*Vendors or services with an asterisk are offered for an additional price

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What common vendors or services do you not provide?
Cake
DJ/MC/Music/AV/Additional Lighting

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Have any other questions that we haven't already answered? Fill out our contact form.

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