The Isles Restaurant - Ceremony Questions
Are there any restrictions to a beach ceremony?
The area of Beach in front of The Isles is tide sensitive. We recommend not holding your ceremony within 2 hours of high tide. You can find tide tables at www.saltwatertides.com (North Carolina/Tubbs Inlet)
The beach is public property & we do not have the right to ask any person to move or leave the beach.
Do I need a permit for a beach ceremony?
No permits are necessary to hold your ceremony on Ocean Isle.
What are your parking policies:
Parking is complimentary. We offer overnight parking.
Is there a place for the bride & groom to get ready?
We have dressing areas available in our locker rooms attached to the restrooms with access to the beach. The locker rooms are open to the public.
What ceremony rentals do you offer?
We have 100 chairs available for rent & set up at $4.50/chair.
We have a white arbor available for rent & set up for $100.
We have a bamboo canopy which can be draped with white sheer voile fabric for $175.00.
If we rent chairs when will they be set up?
Chairs & arbor will be set up 2 hours prior to your ceremony start.
Do you have wedding coordinating and decorating services available?
We do offer several coordinating and decorating packages to choose from. Contact our Event planner for more details: weddings@oceanfrontweddingsnc.com.
The Isles Restaurant - Reception Questions
What dates do you have available?
Please review our calendars for available dates.
What reception areas do you offer?
We have three spaces available for a reception: Private Banquet Room & Ocean Front Semi Private Area
Is the private banquet room deposit refundable if I cancel my event?
Your room fee for the private banquet room is nonrefundable.
What the private banquet room deposit include?
The room fee includes all tables (round or rectangle), chairs, white linens, cutlery, glassware, & rooms set up & clean up.
When will I have access to the room?
You will have access to decorate your area the day of your event at 10:30am. In some cases we can allow you access the night before if we do not have another event scheduled. Your cake supplier or florist may arrive anytime after 10:30 to set up.
How long can my reception last?
You are allotted 4 hours of “Party Time” anytime between 11:00am to 11:00pm. This does not include set up or break down of event.
When do I set my menu?
It is our requirement to have a completed menu and timeline 1 month prior to the event. A final guest count is required 2 weeks prior to your event.
What policies do you have about payment for food and beverage?
On the day of the event, we will only accept cash or credit card as payment. If you wish to use a personal or business check for payment, we must be receive the check at least 7 days prior to the date of your event. Under no circumstances will we accept checks the day of the event.
North Carolina sales tax is 6.75%
Is gratuity included?
Yes. Our service/gratuity policy is 20% on all food & beverage. This will be added to your final bill.
Can I box and take home my leftover buffet food?
No. Due to North Carolina Health regulation we are not permitted to send any food or beverage home with you after a buffet event.
Can I provide my own bar: beer, wine, & liquor?
No. Due to North Carolina ABC regulations we are not permitted to allow you to bring in any alcoholic beverages.
Should I provide you with our event timeline?
Yes, if you have any chorological order of events made with your DJ/Wedding Planner/Family member please make sure we have a copy.
What are your policies for the bride & grooms exit celebration?
To maintain the appearance of the restaurant, rice, confetti, flower petals, etc. may not be thrown inside or outside the premises. Fireworks, including sparklers, are illegal in the Town of Ocean Isle and are not permitted during events.
Do you allow outside wedding coordinators?
Yes. If you are utilizing a professional wedding coordinator or planner we would like a chance to speak with our meet beforehand. The Isles restaurant & management considers the bride & groom as our client, not the planner or coordinator. It is their wishes & desires that we want to meet with the strictest standards of quality & excellence. That being said, we do understand the importance of a wedding coordinator & will work closely with them to provide a memorable celebration.
The Islander Inn - Ceremony
What are your ceremony options?
There are two ceremony locations: Ocean front Gazebo (up to 50 guests) & Beach (unlimited guests).
Are there any restrictions to a beach ceremony?
The beach is public property & we do not have the right to ask any person to move or leave the beach.
To maintain the appearance of the hotel, rice, confetti, flower petals, etc. may not be thrown inside or outside the premises.
Do I need a permit for a beach ceremony?
No permits are necessary to hold your ceremony on Ocean Isle.
What are your parking policies:
Parking is complimentary. We offer overnight parking.
Is there a place for the bride & groom to get ready?
Yes, rooms are available to rent at our standard room rate. Please contact the hotel for pricing & availability.
What ceremony rentals do you offer?
We have 100 chairs available for rent & set up at $4.50/chair.
We have a white arbor available for rent & set up for $100.
We have a bamboo canopy which can be draped with white sheer voile fabric for $175.00.
If we rent chairs when will they be set up?
Chairs & arbor will be set up 2 hours prior to your ceremony start.
Do you have wedding coordinating and decorating services available?
We do offer several coordinating and decorating packages to choose from. Contact our Event planner for more details: weddings@oceanfrontweddingsnc.com.