9600 W Brookside Lane, Boise, Idaho 83714 208-501-8050
Stone Crossing estate grounds
Frequently Asked Questions

Helpful details before you visit.

From Full-Service Wedding Packages and venue-only estate rentals to food, bar service, guest count, and planning support, here are the questions we hear most often from couples and event hosts.

Before You Book

Clear answers for planning with confidence.

Stone Crossing offers several ways to celebrate, from curated Full-Service Wedding Packages to flexible Private Estate Rentals, Wedding Foundation proposals, ceremony-only experiences, and private events. The right fit depends on your date, guest count, desired level of support, and which services you would like included.

Pricing & Wedding Options

What wedding options does Stone Crossing offer?

Couples may choose a Full-Service Wedding Package, a Wedding Foundation proposal, or a Private Estate Rental. Full-Service Wedding Packages combine the venue, dining, bar, linens, DJ/audio, coordination or planning, and additional guest-experience services. The Wedding Foundation includes the estate, chef-prepared catering, tables and chairs, included inventory, staffing, and core event operations, with other services added as needed. Private Estate Rental is our venue-only option for couples planning a simplified ceremony and reception.

What is included in the Full-Service Wedding Packages?

The Classic, Signature, and Grand each include the Stone Crossing Wedding Foundation, linens, bar service and labor, golf-cart arrival service, and professional DJ/audio. The Classic includes Brookside Dining, hosted house beer and wine, and Day-of Coordination. The Signature adds Sawtooth Dining, deluxe beer and wine, standard hosted liquor, tray-passed canapés, and Partial Planning. The Grand includes Sawtooth Dining, an entrée upgrade, deluxe beer and wine, premium hosted liquor, tray-passed canapés, a grazing table, and Full Planning.

What is included in the Stone Crossing Wedding Foundation?

The Wedding Foundation includes private estate access during the standard wedding-day window, designated indoor and outdoor spaces, private wedding suites, chef-prepared Brookside Dining, a seasonal tasting, tables and chairs, included venue inventory, on-site venue and service staff, setup and breakdown of venue-provided items, standard vendor access, guest parking, cleaning, and closing services. Bar service, linens, coordination or planning, DJ/audio, and specialty enhancements may be additional unless included in a selected Full-Service Wedding Package.

What is the Private Estate Rental?

Private Estate Rental is a flexible venue-only option starting at $5,500 for couples planning a simplified ceremony and reception. It includes private use of designated indoor and outdoor spaces, wedding suites, tables and chairs, included venue inventory, guest parking, standard setup and breakdown of venue-provided items, and cleaning and closing services. Catering, bar service, linens, coordination, DJ/audio, event staffing, and specialty services are not included and may be added based on the event. It is available primarily on Select Dates and select remaining Preferred or Premier dates.

How does Stone Crossing wedding pricing work?

Full-Service Wedding Packages and Wedding Foundation proposals use per-adult pricing based on the date collection: Select, Preferred, or Premier. Private Estate Rental is quoted based on the selected date, contracted event hours, guest count, layout, and required services. Children’s meals, tax, service charge, and specialty upgrades are additional where applicable.

How do minimum package commitments work?

Full-Service Wedding Package commitments begin at 50 adult equivalents on Select Dates, 75 on Preferred Dates, and 100 on Premier Dates. Wedding Foundation-only minimums are 75 adults on Select Dates, 100 on Preferred Dates, and 125 on Premier Dates. Your final guest count may be lower than the applicable commitment; when permitted, the remaining package value may be applied toward approved Stone Crossing upgrades or enhancements rather than additional guests. Unused value is nonrefundable, and reduced minimums may be available for select remaining dates.

Can I review pricing before scheduling a tour?

Yes. Request the Wedding Pricing Guide to compare Full-Service Wedding Packages, Wedding Foundation pricing, Private Estate Rental, ceremony-only options, date collections, planning services, and available enhancements before scheduling a visit.

Tours & Booking

How long do private tours last?

Private tours typically last 30–45 minutes. During your visit, we will walk through the property, discuss available dates and date collections, learn about your guest count and event style, and help you compare the wedding options that best fit your plans.

Do I need to tour before booking?

A private tour is strongly recommended so you can experience the estate, understand the flow of the property, and make sure the venue and selected wedding format feel right for your celebration. Couples planning from out of the area may ask about remote booking options.

Can you hold a date for us?

A date is not officially reserved until Stone Crossing has received the signed contract and required 25% nonrefundable deposit. Because availability can change quickly, we recommend completing the booking steps promptly once you are ready to move forward.

How are wedding payments scheduled?

The initial 25% deposit reserves the date, and the remaining balance is generally divided into three additional installments. The final guest count, final event details, and final payment are due 14 days before the wedding. Your contract and payment schedule will show the exact dates and amounts for your event.

How far in advance should we inquire?

We recommend reaching out as soon as you have a preferred season or date range. Friday and Saturday dates in popular months tend to book first, while weekday, Sunday, off-season, and select remaining dates may provide more flexibility in both availability and minimum commitments.

Food & Bar

Do all wedding options include catering?

Full-Service Wedding Packages and Wedding Foundation proposals include chef-prepared catering through Stone Crossing. Private Estate Rental and ceremony-only experiences do not include catering unless it is added or otherwise approved as part of the event proposal.

Can we bring in outside catering?

Outside catering is not used with Full-Service Wedding Packages or the Stone Crossing Wedding Foundation. For Private Estate Rental and certain private events, catering arrangements are reviewed based on the event scope. Any outside caterer must be approved by Stone Crossing in advance and provide all required licenses, permits, and proof of insurance.

Is a tasting included?

A seasonal tasting is included with the Stone Crossing Wedding Foundation and Full-Service Wedding Packages. Tasting details, available menus, and reservation instructions are shared with booked couples.

Can we have signature cocktails?

Yes. Signature cocktails and specialty bar enhancements may be available based on the selected package, bar format, and ingredient needs. Specialty procurement or upgraded product fees may apply.

Do we have to host all alcoholic beverages?

Not necessarily. Hosted packages, consumption-based service, and cash-bar options may be available depending on the event and selected proposal. Required bartending labor, licensing, service procedures, and applicable fees still apply.

Can we bring our own alcohol?

No. Alcohol may not be brought onto the property independently by clients, guests, or unapproved vendors. Full-Service Wedding Packages include the bar service listed for the selected package, and Wedding Foundation proposals may add Stone Crossing bar service. For Private Estate Rental, any outside vendor providing or serving alcohol must be approved in advance, hold the appropriate liquor licensing, and meet Stone Crossing’s insurance and service requirements.

Venue Details

How many guests can Stone Crossing accommodate?

Stone Crossing can host intimate celebrations through larger events of approximately 300 guests. Final capacity depends on the event format, floorplan, season, weather plan, and which areas of the estate are being used.

Is there an indoor weather backup option?

Yes, although the available backup plan depends on the guest count and floorplan. Smaller weddings may be accommodated within the indoor event spaces, while larger celebrations may require a tented plan, adjusted layout, or other approved weather strategy. The final backup plan is reviewed during the planning process.

Are tables and chairs included?

Tables and chairs from Stone Crossing’s included inventory are provided with Full-Service Wedding Packages, Wedding Foundation proposals, and Private Estate Rental. Ceremony-only experiences include ceremony chairs. Available styles, quantities, and layouts are confirmed during planning.

What are the standard wedding access hours?

Full-Service Wedding Packages and Wedding Foundation proposals include private venue access from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM, with standard vendor access beginning two hours before the event start time. Private Estate Rental, ceremony-only experiences, and private events use the access hours listed in the individual contract.

Is guest parking included?

Yes. On-site guest parking is included with wedding and private-event reservations. Arrival plans, accessibility needs, vendor parking, and any shuttle or golf-cart service are reviewed based on the event layout and selected services.

Where is Stone Crossing located?

Stone Crossing is a private estate venue at 9600 W Brookside Lane in Boise, Idaho, serving couples and event hosts throughout the Treasure Valley and beyond.

Planning & Event Day

Do you require a wedding coordinator?

Weddings with a ceremony, formal timeline, multiple event spaces, or significant vendor coordination require professional coordination approved by Stone Crossing. Every Full-Service Wedding Package already includes an in-house coordination or planning level. Wedding Foundation and Private Estate Rental proposals may add Stone Crossing coordination, or an approved outside coordinator may be permitted depending on the event scope.

Which planning level is included with each package?

The Classic includes Day-of Coordination, the Signature includes Partial Planning, and the Grand includes Full Planning. Each level includes day-of event management, while Partial and Full Planning add increasingly comprehensive support before the wedding.

Does Stone Crossing set up tables and chairs?

Yes. Stone Crossing handles the setup and breakdown of included venue-provided tables, chairs, and inventory according to the finalized floorplan. Outside rentals and client-provided items remain the responsibility of the client or contracted vendor unless additional setup support is included.

Can we bring our own decor?

Yes. Approved personal decor may be used throughout the event. Stone Crossing coordination includes placement of approved decor according to the finalized plan, but extensive assembly, DIY floral work, multiple display areas, specialty installation, or additional labor may require Enhanced Setup Support or additional event assistants.

Who is responsible for removing decor and personal items?

Unless otherwise included in the contract, clients and their vendors are responsible for removing personal decor, florals, signage, desserts, outside rentals, and other non-venue items by the required departure time. Stone Crossing handles the breakdown of venue-provided inventory and standard cleaning and closing services.

Is rehearsal time included?

A one-hour rehearsal the day before is included with Full-Service Wedding Packages and Wedding Foundation proposals and is scheduled according to venue operations. Rehearsal access for Private Estate Rental or ceremony-only experiences is included only when stated in the event proposal or contract.

Other Ways to Celebrate

Do you offer ceremony-only weddings?

Yes. The Ceremony-Only Experience starts at $1,500 and includes up to three hours of venue access, an approved ceremony location, ceremony chairs, restroom access, guest parking, standard ceremony setup and breakdown, and portrait access in designated estate areas. It is available on select dates for celebrations of up to 30 guests and may be limited to reservations within 12 months of the event.

What types of private events do you host?

Stone Crossing hosts corporate gatherings, rehearsal dinners, showers, nonprofit events, milestone celebrations, private dinners, celebrations of life, and other social events. Availability and required services depend on the event type, timing, guest count, and property usage.

Are private events priced the same as weddings?

No. Private-event pricing is customized based on the date, contracted hours, guest count, layout, food and beverage needs, staffing, and areas of the property being used. Our team will prepare a proposal after reviewing the event details.

Can private events include food and bar service?

Yes. Stone Crossing can create private-event proposals with chef-prepared catering, bar service, staffing, rentals, and other event support based on the celebration. Some simplified event formats may also use approved outside vendors when permitted by the proposal and venue policies.

Can we schedule a walkthrough for a private event?

Yes. Private-event walkthroughs typically last 30–45 minutes and include a discussion of guest count, layout, timing, available dates, food and beverage options, required services, and event flow.

Ready for Next Steps?

Tell us what you’re planning, and we’ll help you find the right fit.

Couples can request the Wedding Pricing Guide to compare Full-Service Wedding Packages, Wedding Foundation pricing, Private Estate Rental, and ceremony-only options. Private-event hosts can submit an event request so our team can prepare the right proposal.

Select photography by Kenzie Lynn Photography.