Weddings
Naturally Beautiful
South Pond Farms
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South Pond Farms is a beautiful property located in the rolling hills of Bethany,
Ontario. Restoring the century old barn took many years and was truly a labour
of love. Projects around the farm are ongoing, but a point of pride is our
traditional outdoor stone oven built by a local craftsman, which is a nod to the
silo that once stood in the same location. Here at South Pond, we believe that
local food is the best food. Much of what we serve is from our own gardens and
neighbouring farms, prepared with creativity and respect., We embrace a calm
connectedness in our little corner of the world, and this is what we strive to
share with all our guests.
1
Brunch Wedding …………….……………………….…………..………… 2
Sunset Ceremony …………………….……………….……………..…….. 3
Classic Wedding …….……….…………………….………………………..
4
Bar Packages ……….………….………………………………..…………...…5
Bar Menu ………….………………..………………………….……………. 6-7
Sample Menus …………….………………………………….………………
Additional Services …………..…………………….………………………….
Silo Bar ……………………………………………………..…………….………8
Flowers ……………………………………………………..………………9-10
Decor …………………………………………………………..………..…11-12
Favours ………………………………………………………..…..……..…….13
Vendors ……………………………………………………..…………….14-15
Transportation …………………….………………..…..………………….16
What to Expect Guide………….………………..………………17-20
Classic Wedding
A classic wedding at South Pond is the quintessential fairytale in the countryside. Walk
down the winding aisle through the field to the ceremony site overlooking the pond. Create
unforgettable photos on our seventy-five acre property while guests mingle outside by the
gardens and take in the scenery during the reception. Then make a grand entrance in our
150 year old restored barn before sitting down and enjoying a farm- fresh intimate dinner.
Continue the night of celebration with dancing in the barn.
The South Pond Classic is typically a Saturday night dinner and dance.
What’s Included
Food
five course meal
choice of three appetizers passed during
your reception (including stone oven
flatbreads)
salad or soup
homemade grilled fare with local meats
and fresh vegetables (served family style)
fresh bread
dessert, coffee/tea
late night snack
Table Service
head table & guest tables made using
reclaimed wood
napkins
vintage chairs, vintage dishes (plates,
platters, teacups), flatware
appropriate glassware
Property
use of the barn & property
ceremony space & benches
use of the property for photos
outdoor games
complimentary use of the property for
engagement photo session
overnight stay in guest cottage
parking
Staff
wait staff (family style serving)
set-up & take down
gratuities
Property Fee $7,000
Price per person $115
Pricing does not include HST
Items Not Included: Alcohol, Busing, DJ, Flowers and Decor. Please see page 5 for Bar Packages and Additional Services.
Brunch Wedding
A truly elegant day in the country, replete with mimosas, crepes, fresh eggs, local meats,
fruits and vegetables and fresh breads. Tailor your wedding to a brunch or country lunch.
Enjoy the day at the property and an afternoon dance in the barn. A brunch wedding is
perfect for those who are looking for something a little lighter, a little more casual but as
elegant as all of our events here at the farm.
Available Sunday-Thursday
What’s Included
Food
3 course country brunch or lunch
choice of two appetizer stations during
your reception (excluding stone oven
flatbreads)
homemade fare with local meats and
fresh vegetables (served family style)
dessert, coffee/tea
Table Service
head table & guest tables made using
reclaimed wood
napkins
vintage chairs, vintage dishes (plates,
platters, teacups), flatware
appropriate glassware
Property
use of the barn & property
ceremony space & benches
use of the property for photos
outdoor games
parking
Staff
wait staff (family style serving)
set-up & take down
gratuities
Property Fee $7,000
Price per person $85
Pricing does not include HST
Items Not Included: Alcohol, Busing, DJ, Flowers and Decor. Please see page 5 for Bar Packages and Additional Services.
Sunset Ceremony
A simple affair that reflects the effortlessness of the countryside. Perfect for those who
favour a more concise day while still allowing all of the important elements to stand
centre-stage: love, family and great food! Choose to start the day in the morning leaving
time to perhaps jet-off to your honeymoon or simply be home in bed early. Alternatively,
arrange your schedule for later and stay and enjoy dancing into the night! The choice is
yours.
A Sunset Ceremony is perfect for a Friday evening but is available other days upon request
(excluding Saturdays).
What’s Included
Food
four course meal
choice of 3 appetizer stations
homemade fare with local meats and
fresh vegetables (served buffet style)
dessert, coffee/tea
Table Service
head table & guest tables made using
reclaimed wood
napkins
vintage chairs, vintage dishes (plates,
platters, teacups), flatware
appropriate glassware
Property
use of the barn & property
ceremony space & benches
use of the property for photos
outdoor games
parking
Staff
wait staff
set-up & take down
gratuities
Property Fee $7,000
Price per person $95
Pricing does not include HST
Items Not Included: Alcohol, Busing, DJ, Flowers and Decor. Please see page 5 for Bar Packages and Additional Services.
Menus
Classic Wedding
Appetizers (choose 3)
On the Grill
Maple Grilled Pork
Hoisin Chicken
Molasses Bacon and Pineapple
Bacon Date Roll Ups
Sausage and Grapes
Grilled peaches or Pears with (or
without) prosciutto.
Bruschetta Bar on homemade bread
Seasonal herb pesto with goat cheese
Tomato and basil
Olive tapenade and mushrooms
Stone Oven Flat Breads (GF Option Available)
Margherita
Seasonal Pesto
Cheeseless Pizza with roasted garlic
Seasonal Vegetables with Dip
Hummus, three onion, chipotle
Phyllo Cups
Mushroom
Sun-dried Tomato
Spinach & feta Mains
Dinner
Salad and Homemade bread board with
seasonal vegetable charcuterie
(choose 1)
Mixed Greens dijon vinaigrette
Caesar salad
Caprese Salad ( seasonal)
Watermelon feta mint salad (seasonal)
Meats (family style - choose 2, plated - choose 1)
Meats continued
Smoked brisket Silo Stout BBQ sauce
Charcoal grilled beef and chimichurri
New York Strip of beef pepper crust (8oz)
Ontario leg of lamb, garlic rosemary crust
$5.00 per person surcharge
pig roast on request with three dipping
sauces
Side dishes
Potatoes (choose 1)
Baked with sour cream and chives
Garlic mashed
Rosted rosemary
Potato salad
Quinoa, rice, chick pea pilau with seasonal
vegetable garnish
Seasonal Vegetables
Vegetarian
Vegetarian Paella
Pasta Puttanesca
Dessert (choose 1)
Seasonal fruit crisp and whipped cream
Flourless chocolate cake with berries
Pane cotta with seasonal berries
Late Night (choose 1)
Baked beans & pulled pork
Pita pizza’s & chocolate chip cookies
Wraps & potato salad
Sunset Ceremony
The above menu with the following exceptions:
2 Stationary appetizers; Salad, Dinner, Dessert, Late
Night. Pizza Oven $800 surcharge
Trout and tarragon garlic butter
Brunch Ceremony
Country ham with seasonal fruit
The
above
menu with the following exceptions:
preserves
2 Stationary appetizers; Salad, Dinner; Dessert. Add to
Lemon thyme chicken
Chipotle chicken with South Pond white the dinner menu: mixed sweet and white potato strata;
Farmer’s Strata with bacon, ham and cheddar, Blueberry
BBQ sauce
chicken. Blueberry corn bread.
Pork roast with seasonal balsamic
Pizza Oven $800 surcharge
preserves
Bar Packages
Cash Bar
$0.00
Standard, Premium & Private bar stock
available at no cost to bride & groom. Guests
are responsible for purchasing their own drinks.
Drink Tickets
The bride and groom purchase a set number of
drink tickets per person. Price of drink tickets vary
based on beverage type. Ticket types: Beer ( $6.00
Standard, $7.50 Premium), Wine ($7.00, $8.50 by the
glass or $38, $50 by the bottle), Cocktail $8.00,
Mixed Drink ($6.00 Standard, $7.50 Premium). Some
conditions may apply. 18% Gratuity added on drink
ticket purchase price.
Open Bar : Consumption
The number of drinks consumed throughout the
event by guests is tallied and totalled based on the
drink menu outlined below. All fees must be paid
on-site prior to departing. Host may choose to limit
menu to Standard or Premium choices.
Alternatively, hosts can choose to keep the bar
completely open to include all alcohol including
private stock. 18% Gratuity will be added to the bill
at the end of the night.
Open Bar : Flatrate
$50.00-$65.00/person
Standard or Premium stock respectively. Includes 5
hours of total bar service and table wine service
with dinner. This price includes staffing costs of bar
tenders, set up, clean up and 18% gratuity.
*see add-ons for extra bar hours
Bar Menu:
To ensure that we are providing the best
selection possible, our wine list is ever changing
Please ask about selections after January.
Standard
Beer (choose 4)
Wine (choose 2)
Liquor
Coors Light
Canadian
Cracked Canoe
Michelob Ultra
Budweiser
Sleeman Honey Brown
Sleeman Cream Ale
Domaine Jean Bousquet
Malbec
Pelee Island Merlot
Skyy Vodka
Captain Morgan’s
White Rum
Gordon’s Gin
Jose Cuervo Tequila
Jack Daniel’s Whiskey
Wiser’s Special Blend
Rye
Johnnie Walker Red
Label Scotch Whisky
Sandbanks Estate Dunes
Vidal VQA
Coyotes Run Unoaked
Chardonnay
Draft (choose 2)
Publican House Ale
Seasonal Old Flame
Premium
Beer (choose 4)
Wine (choose 2)
Mill Street Organic
Rickard’s Red
Alexander Keith’s IPA
Stella Artois
Heineken
Miller Genuine Draft
Moosehead
Ontario Cider
McMannis Cabernet
Sauvignon
Tawse Pinot Noir
J.Lohr Riverstone
Chardonnay
Santa Margherita
Pinot Grigio
Draft (choose 2)
Publican House Ale
Seasonal Old Flame
Specialty Cocktail
Standard (choose 1) Premium (choose 2)
Seasonal Fruit White/Red Sangria | Raspberry Mint Julep
Seasonal Fruit Vodka Lemonade | Gin Lovage Fizz
Season Fruit Mint Mojito
Roasted Blueberry Basil Margherita
Liquor
Ketel One Vodka
Bombay Sapphire Gin
Tanquery Gin
Bacardi White Rum
Bacardi Fuego Spiced
Rum
Bacardi Black Rum
Appleton Estate
Jamaican Rum
Crown Royal Rye
Whisky
Makers Mark Bourbon
Jameson Irish Whiskey
Te Bheag Scotch Whisky
Casamigos Reposado
Tequila
*if one of the above brands is
not available, a comparable
substitute will be made
Bar Menu
Private Stock
Plymouth Unfiltered Gin
Hendrick’s Gin
Don Julio Tequila
Dillon’s The White Rye Proof Whisky
Collingwood Whisky
Alberta Premium Dark Horse Whisky
Glen Breton Single Malt Whisky
Bulleit Bourbon Knob Creek Bourbon
Bushmills Single Malt 12 Yr Irish
Whiskey
Highland Park Single Malt 12 Yr
Scotch Whisky
Glenfiddich Single Malt 12 Yr Scotch
Whisky
Oban Single Malt 14 Yr Scotch
Whisky
Lagavulin Single Malt 16 Yr Scotch
Whisky
Courvoisier VS Cognac
Grand Marnier Drambuie
Sortilège Liquer de Whisky
Canadien & de Sirop D’érable
Sortilège Crème D’érable Add-Ons
Additional Draft Beer
1 Draft included in Standard
2 Draft included in Premium
Additional 2$ per person per draft above this.
Additional Bar Hours
$7.00/$8.50 per person per hour (above 5 hours) for Standard/Premium Open: Flatrate
Additional Specialty Cocktails
1 Specialty Cocktail included in Standard
2 Specialty Cocktails included in Premium
$3.00 per person per cocktail above this.
Champagne Toast
$5 per person
Private Stock
Always available for guests to purchase separately. Can be included in Open:
Consumption bar upon request. If you wish to include in an Open: Flatrate bar, we will
set-up a Private Stock bar tab to be paid at the end of the evening
Bar Menu
Add-Ons con’t
Add-Ons con’t
Craft Beers
Muskoka Brewery Craft Lager
Cream Ale
Beaus Lug-Tread
(20 litre kegs or 750 ml bottles)
Smithworks
Dunkelweizen
Dark Wheat Ale
Nickelbrook Gluten Free
Headstock IPA 1 substitution permitted for Standard Bar
2 substitutions permitted for Premium Bar
$2 per person per substitution above this
*substitution meaning replacing an existing beer choice with a craft beer. A maximum of 6
beers including draft is permitted.
Silo Bar
WINE $425
Specialty premium wine from a region of your
choice
| Port Wine | Ice Wine | Cheese Platter
WHISKEY $475
Highland Park (Scotch) | Bushmills (Irish
Blend) | Te Bheag (Scotch Blend) | Bulleit
(American Bourbon)| Dillon’s White (Rye) |
Salted Nuts
SCOTCH TASTING $725
Highlands - Oban 14 Year Single Malt
Lowlands - Glenkinchie 12 Year Single Malt
Islay - Lagavulin 16 Year Single Malt
Speyside - The Glenfiddich 12 Year Single
Malt
Island - Highland Park 12 Year Single Malt
TEQUILA $600
Patron|Tomba|Cabo Wabo Reposado|
Casamigos Reposado| Don Julio 1942 | Limes,
Salt and Spiced Nuts.
MAPLE $425
Maple Crown Royal | Sortilege | Jack Daniels
Honey | Assorted Chocolates
MARTINI $500
Grey Goose Vodka | Tito’s Vodka | Dillon’s Gin |
Belvedere|Mixes & Accoutrements
Each of our packages incorporates a
small batch Canadian distiller and
includes a knowledgeable bartender,
appropriate glassware and each 750ml
bottles.
Flower
Design
All flowers have symbolic meaning and in former times, they were offered as
expressions of feelings and emotions - a way to communicate when language failed.
Our flowers and herbs are grown on the property and are selected to represent the
qualities and attributes of love and marriage.
Pricing Breakdown
Pricing does not include HST
Bridal Party: Women
Barn Arrangements
Additional Services
Flowers not only compliment your colour palate and decor, they can help create the
overall feeling you want to express on your special day.
Bride
$125.00
Mason Jars
$35.00
Maid Of Honour
$100.00
Mercury Vases
$35.00
Single Bottle Groups of
Three
$30.00
Mercury Compote
$55.00
Milk Glass
$35.00
Clay (Large)
$75.00
Eclectic Mix
$35.00
Bridesmaids
$75.00
Mother (s)
$15.00
Grandmother (s)
$20.00
Flower Girl
$20.00
Floral Halo
$50.00
Hair Flowers
$20.00
Corsage
$35.00
Basket of Petals
$20.00
Garlands with Flowers
4 Feet
$125.00
Green Garlands
4 Feet
$75.00
Branches per table
$35.00
Branches: wall
$75.00
Groom
Branches: Specialty
Areas
$50.00
$20.00
Best Man
$20.00
Infinity Wreath
$65.00
Groomsmen
$20.00
$65.00
Father (s)
$20.00
Small Chair, Sign
Garlands
Grandfather (s)
$20.00
Ring Bearer
$20.00
Bridal Party: Men
Favours
Pricing Breakdown
Pricing does not include HST
Flowers not only compliment your colour palate and decor, they can help create the
overall feeling you want to express on your special day.
All flowers have symbolic meaning and in former times, they were offered as
expressions of feelings and emotions - a way to communicate when language failed.
Our flowers and herbs are grown on the property and are selected to represent the
qualities and attributes of love and marriage.
Aisle
Maple Buckets with Flowers
$25.00
Aisle
Watering Cans with Flowers
$25.00
Signing Table
N/C
DIY Flowers
1 bucket of farm flowers
50 stems
$50.00
1 bucket of purchased flowers
50 stems
market price
Sweetheart Roses per dozen
12 roses
$35.00
Bunch of Herbs
$8.00
Mason Jar Rental
$5.00
Mercury Glass Rental
$8.00
Single Bottles
$3.00
Set up, clean up, tables,
clippers, water
$100.00
Additional Services
Ceremony Arrangements
Decor
Packages
Pricing Breakdown
Pricing does not include HST
Item
Description
Price
Customized Chalk Boards &
Window Signs
Welcome Signs: Two Sided
Sandwich Board
$60.00
White Ornate Picture Frame,
Welcome Chalk with Glass
$40.00
Hashtag Chalk with Glass
$15.00
Blank Chalk with Glass
$15.00
“Gifts”- stained wood and white
$10.00
“Signing”- stained wood and
white
$10.00
“Love is Sweet”- stained wood
and white
$10.00
“Bride” & “Groom”- stained
wood and white
$15.00
Seating Door
Includes string, clips and
design
$50.00
Seating Door
Includes string, clips, design,
and printed seating cards
$100.00
Fixed Signs
Extra Window Panes for Signs
$25.00
Pricing Breakdown
Pricing does not include HST
Item
Tables
Description
Table Numbers
$25.00
Menus: 1 per table on a sign
$50.00
Menu Individual ( cost per
guest)
Runners
Candles
$1.00
Lace
$150.00
Linen
$150.00
Customized Table Layout with
2 changes
$50.00
Mercury or Clear Votives with
Candles
$100.00
Brass Sticks with Candles
$125.00
Antique Ladder
Price
$15.00
Personal Decor Set up and Take SPF staff set up ‘off site’ decor
Down
$250.00
Personal Decor Take Down
Only
$125.00
SPF staff pack up personal
decor at end of the night
Favours
Handcrafted spice blends and infusions made here on our farm.
Sprinkle on meats, vegetables, fish or our infusions to spice up your next party. We
know you & your guests will love using these herb blends as much as we do!
Couples receive special wholesale pricing for wedding favours.
FINISHING SALTS
Lemon Salt
Cranberry Rosemary Salt
Mediterranean Salt
Shallot Sage Salt
SPECIALTY PEPPERS
Simply Spiced Pepper
Favour Price: $5.99
Retail Price: $10.99
COCKTAIL RIMMERS
Not Your Average Caesar
Rimmer
Favour Price: $3.99
Retail Price: $7.99
SPIRIT INFUSIONS
Perfectly Spiced Caesar
Favour Price: $4.99
Retail Price: $9.99
CUSTOM BLENDS
Let us develop a custom
blend for you!
SAMPLER SET
2 salts + 1 pepper (sample
Pricing is as shown + $150
custom fee.
Favour Price: $4.99
Includes drawstring bag
*Full size bottles are 4.0 oz (by vol.)
*Sample size bottles are 0.5 oz (by vol.)
size 0.5 oz)
Additional Services
Favour Price: $3.99
Retail Price: $7.99
Music
South Pond Farms DJ’s
DJ’s & Bands
$1000
Add Ons: Ceremony $150 for system + $50/hour over 8 hours
DJs & Bands other
than South Pond’s
preferred vendor are
permitted, but a
$350 technical
support fee will be
charged.
Choose
Officiant
Denise has been the minister at Little Britain United Church for 14 years. She loves
to do weddings and bring couples together. Her fee includes meeting with the
couple to discuss what they would like in their service as each service is
personalized to the couple. A package is also sent out before meeting providing
different ideas and outlining types of services. She will walk with the couple right
up to the day of their marriage. Denise loves being part of such a special day (and
likes to have fun as well!)
$300
Additional Services
Denise Boyd: About
Transportation
Photographers: Please email us for a list of preferred photographers
Additional Services
Busing
Being located in the countryside, providing transportation for guests, especially
those who plan to consume alcohol, is an important aspect. At South Pond we work
with an exclusive transportation provider for busing in order to ensure everything
runs smoothly and you receive the best possible service. Pricing will vary depending
on your drop-off and pick-up location. Please inquire for quote.
What to Expect Leading up to your Big Day
Q&A:
1) Who is responsible for set-up?
We know that determining who does what can be tricky! Below is a list of who is
responsible for what items during set-up.
South Pond Farms
Bride & Groom
Tables + Chairs
All Set-Up of Additional Tables
Tablecloths, runners, cutlery, plates, napkins
glassware, water, wine, salt, pepper and coffee/
tea service
Signing Table, Guest Table, etc.
Table Numbers
Specialty Napkins
If you have purchased table numbers from our
decor package then we will set them up for you.
Napkins requiring special folding, attachments,
ties, etc. are the responsibility of the Bride &
Groom
Placement of Centrepieces
If SPF is doing your flowers we will set them
Placement of Centrepieces
Bride and Groom are responsible for set
up if centrepieces are from off the
property
up for you
Ceremony Space
Ceremony Space
Benches + Signing Table/Chair at Ceremony
Space
All Additional Pre-Approved Decor at
Ceremony Space
South Pond Farms
Bride & Groom
Bar Setup
All Additional Pre-Approved Barn
Decor
2) Who is responsible for set up and take-down of our personal items?
Our staff will set up and take down all of your personal decor items for a fee of $250.
The Bride & Groom are responsible for clearing out personal decor by 12:30 am
following their wedding.
3) When do I have access to the barn?
You will have access to the barn at 10:00am the day of your wedding, however,
delivery of items can be arranged to take place earlier that week.
4) When can I deliver my items?
Items can be delivered up to 48 hours before the wedding so long as prior
arrangements have been made with us. We cannot take responsibility or liability of
your personal items.
5) When can I pick up my items?
As we host multiple weddings on any given weekend, it is imperative that any decor
items be taken away the evening of your wedding.
6) Am I allowed to hang decorations?
You will need to provide a detailed description of what and how you plan to hang
items in the decor section of your wedding planner. It will be at our discretion as to
whether said items are allowed to be hung. Any items hung without prior approval
may result in a damages fee. No screws are to be placed in the walls or floor at any
time and the type and location of nails and tacks must be approved.
7) Am I allowed to drive to the ceremony space to deliver decorations?
No, unfortunately, the ceremony site is not accessible by car. You must provide a list
of what decorations you have for this area and arrangements will need to be made.
8) May I bring special items for the bathrooms?
Yes you may. However, there is not very much room in the washrooms to
accommodate these items. You may wish to use one of our tables just outside the
washroom for these items.
9) What if it rains?
If it rains, you can have your ceremony and cocktail reception in the barn. Typically
this kind of decision is made the day of the wedding, as the weather changes quickly
here in the hills!
10) How late are guests able to stay?
Guests must leave the property by 12:00am on a Friday or Saturday and by 6pm any
other day of the week. Please note that if you are having a Brunch wedding or early
ceremony, closing time will be between 5-6 pm.
11) Who’s allowed in the guest cottage?
The guest cottage is available for you and your bridal party ONLY to get ready in,
and/or for the bride and groom to stay overnight. Please keep in mind that it is small
and not meant for large gatherings of people but rather the private gathering of a
few.
12) How much parking is there?
There is room for approximately 100 cars in our parking lot. As noted in our Farm
Rules, cars may not park in front of the barn as this is a designated fire route and
blocks entry for other vehicles as it is a single lane (and we do not permit vehicles to
drive on the grass). All guests must park in designated areas only in order to save
room for others departures and bus drop offs. There is an area for buses to drop off
guests and turn-around.
13) Can guests leave their vehicles overnight?
Yes, but need to be picked-up by 10:00am the following morning.
14) If only want to have a standard open or consumption bar, can guests purchase
premium drinks separately?
Yes. We do our best to accommodate all requests.
15) Do I need my own insurance for the day?
Yes! Great question.
We are a fully licensed venue however, you will need to purchase your own one day
PAL (Party Alcohol Liability) special event coverage. Should you not want to go
through your personal insurance company (or if they do not offer coverage) let us
know and we can assist you.
16) Am I able to have fireworks or sparklers?
Generally speaking, no. There are farm animals in the neighbourhood and this can
be both disruptive and scary for them. If there is a fire ban in the township, then
these things are off limits. Prior arrangements with Danielle must be made.
17) Is there smoking allowed on the property?
There is smoking allowed in designated areas outside the barn and by the
washrooms.
18) Can I have Winter Wedding?
If you are looking to hold a small intimate affair please contact us .
19) Do I need a bus service?
Busing is mandatory to and from South Pond Farms. Since it is not possible to
guarantee guests will not drink and drive, we provide an alternate form of
transportation to make your special event worry-free for everyone. This service will
be billed along with other South Pond Farms expenses.
20) Is there smoking allowed on the property?
There is smoking allowed in designated areas outside the barn and by the
washrooms.