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Julia & Derek

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If you have any questions about our big day, we hope this will help answer them! Any additional questions can be answered by Julia or Derek, please reach out to us if we can be of assistance!
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What is the dress code?

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We kindly request that our guests dress in formal attire for our special day. For men, this means a suit, and for women, a long gown, floor- or ankle-length cocktail dress, or elegant jumpsuits are perfect. We can’t wait to celebrate with you in style!

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How & when should I RSVP by?

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We kindly ask that all guests RSVP by August 22nd by including your information on our RSVP tab on our website. This will give us appropriate time to finalize the details with our vendors and ensure that we have accurate details. We thank you for being prompt with your RSVP!

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When should I reserve lodging?

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We recommend booking your hotel accommodations as soon as possible, if you plan to spend the night or weekend! October is a busy time in New England, so booking early will give you more options to choose from. Our hotel block at the Rockport Inn & Suites will be available until July 31st, or until all rooms are filled! See our "Travel & Accommodations" page for more details.

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Can I bring a plus one?

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Due to the size of our venue and in order to keep our wedding as intimate as possible, only the names of those stated on the invitation may attend. Any plus ones will be clearly indicated on the invitation.

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Can I bring my child?

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While we truly love your little ones, this is a special day for us to celebrate with our closest friends and family in an adults-only setting. We hope this will also give you the chance to relax and enjoy the evening with us. Thank you for your understanding, and we can’t wait to celebrate together!

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When should I arrive for the ceremony?

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Our ceremony will begin promptly at 4:30pm. We encourage all of our guests to arrive no later than 4:00pm to ensure there is time to grab a drink before the ceremony and grab a seat! We strongly recommend avoiding Route 1, as it will likely be heavy traffic due to local events such as the Topsfield Fair.

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Is there parking at the venue?

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Yes, there is ample parking available at Floriana. Should you wish to reserve a room with our room block, or just want to catch a ride, we will be providing transportation to Floriana and back to the Rockport Inn & Suites for the after party. However, you are welcome to organize your own transportation if you prefer!

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Will the wedding be indoors or outdoors?

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Both! Weather permitting, the ceremony will be held outside in the estate's garden, followed by the cocktail hour. Guests will have access to the inside of the house for the bar, seating, restrooms, and hors d'ourves. We also have reserved the sailcloth tent for the reception, which will have heaters available as needed. As October weather can be somewhat variable, we encourage all guests to prepare for slightly chillier weather by bringing a scarf, wrap, or jacket, as needed.

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Is the venue handicap accessible?

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Yes! The property has accessible ramps to move between the house and outdoor spaces, as well as golf carts to help guests as needed.

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Will there be an open bar at the wedding?

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Yes, there will be an open bar for our 21+ guests to enjoy throughout the cocktail hour and reception!

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Will there be an open bar during the after party?

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Yes! We will be providing alcohol for 21+ guests, soft drinks, and late night snacks at the after-party; however, if there is a particular drink or food item that you would rather enjoy, you are welcome to bring it with you.

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