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A beautiful place to rest your soul... We now offer high speed
Internet access in all
rooms! Plan a company
meeting, retreat, or gathering that is worlds away from a hotel
meeting room but just as convenient. The VanLandingham Estate Inn
Conference Center offers a productive
business environment only minutes from Charlotte's uptown
business district on a secluded Southern estate. The Estate offers your group a setting that facilitates productive discussions, whether in a training session or over a gourmet meal. It is easy to imagine that you are ensconced in the mountains within the Inn
Conference Center's private five acre estate. There are several sites both inside and out suitable for your
business needs, as well as nine
guest suites filled with antiques for individual and group travel. Entire Estate $600 Harwood and the
Garden Room, Elegant
Patio and four acres of magnificent
gardens. Ideal for up to 700 guests. Harwood House $
325 Living Room,
Solarium, Den, Library and Dining Area. Period antiques and an open floor plan. Ideal for five to 30 guests. The
Garden Room $425 Mullioned windows and breathtaking views. Hosts up to 80 for
meetings, 90 for sit down
dinners, 125 for receptions. Oculus, The Orangery $225 The Orangery, a working French-style greenhouse sits on a knoll overlooking the historic lily pond. French doors open to allow for ample cross ventilation and wonderful aromas from the herb
gardens. Just relax or conduct your
business at a beautiful Teak Table that seats up to 12 guests. Also, Oculus can accommodate up to 24 if the teak table is removed. Midwood
Conference Center, Carriage House $225 Secluded
conference center with enclosed porch and private
meeting room, stone
patio and fireplace. Accommodates up to 8 guests for
business meetings and 40 guests for
dinner (on the
patio). Pricing is for
Conference Center Space only. Four (4) Lodging
Rooms in the Carriage House are available for guest reservations. Evening at the Estate $425 Harwood and the
Garden Room. Elegant
Patio and five acres of magnificent
gardens. Ideal for up to 700 guests. Events
Business Meeting Rooms
What time is check in? check out? Check in time is after 3:00 p.m. Check out time in at 12:00 p.m. What is the charge for a late check out? Late check out is based on availability. Please contact the Front
Desk to make special arrangements. Are there any smoking
rooms available? Our entire property (including all
guest rooms) is
non-smoking. Smoking is permitted outdoors only. Is
breakfast included in the rate? Yes. A homemade southern
breakfast for two, is included with each lodging
room. What other complimentary amenities are included in the rate? We provide complimentary ice, soft
drinks, use of plush
bathrobes,
breakfast for two, and
wireless Internet access. Is there high speed
Internet access in the
rooms? Yes! High speed
wireless Internet access is available in all
meeting rooms and guest lodging
rooms. We provide
wireless internet access using WEP encryption. Do you have a
fitness center? Please contact the Front
Desk to provide daily passes to the local YMCA. Charges may vary. Is there a full service
restaurant or
bar on site? We provide
breakfast daily for all our lodging guests and special arrangements can be made for
lunch or
dinner. Complimentary water,
coffee,
tea and soft
drinks are provided for all lodging guests. Beverage
room service is available for all lodging guests. The property is in close proximity to many of the areas best
restaurants, which our Front
Desk will be more than happy to supply a list for your dining pleasure. What is your cancellation policy? Our Cancelation Policy is 48 hours prior to arrival. Frequently Asked QuestionsVanLandingham Estate Reservations Accommodations Frequently Asked Questions
Three Miles From Town,...Yet World's Away! Whether your style is romantic or eclectic, the beautiful VanLandingham Estate Inn
Conference Center will be an elegant backdrop to all of your
wedding celebrations and social gatherings. This distinctive California bungalow-style home with over five acres of historic
gardens has been tastefully renovated with stunning colors and period antiques to provide you with a luxurious setting for your reception, bridal
luncheon, rehearsal
dinner, and family
celebration. Special features include a spacious new
garden room with mullioned floor-to-ceiling windows, majestic stone fireplaces, nine
private guest suites, and a secluded carriage house. Both Harwood the main house, and the
gardens at the VanLandingham Estate Inn
Conference Center are listed on the National Register of Historic Places and can accommodate up to 700 guests. Estate Fees Seasonal discounts may apply, please be certain to ask your Event Planner. Lower Estate Fees and minimum food purchase requirements are available for weekday and weeknight events. Saturday Evening Events Four-Hour Event beginning at 6:00 p.m. or thereafter Saturday Afternoons, Friday Evenings Sundays Four-Hour Event (Saturday afternoon events must end by 4:00 p.m.). Entire Estate $3000* Hardwood,
Garden Room, Oculus
Garden Harwood
Garden Room $1500* Historic Main Floor (includes the
Living Room, Parlor,
Dining Room and
Garden Room)
Garden Room $800* Large addition to Historic Main Floor $1750 minimum food purchase required Harwood $400* Historic Main Floor (includes the
Living Room, Parlor and
Dining Room) Carriage House
Verandah $300* Secluded
conference center with enclosed porch and
private room, stone
patio and fireplace. Accommodates up to 8 guests for intimate gatherings and 40 guests for
dinner (on the stone
patio). Pricing is for
Conference Center Space only. Four (4) Lodging
Rooms in the Carriage House are available for guest reservations. Oculus The Greenhouse $300* French-Style Orangery. *food minimums may apply. Events Reception
Rooms
Conserve... The VanLandingham Estate is dedicated to protecting the environment! We understand the importance of greening the hospitality/event planning industry and we are committed to contribute our part. Listed below are a few ways we are implementing ideas and making a significant impact to become more eco-friendly. At the VanLandingham Estate we... Re-use, Re-duce Re-cycle!! Purchase reusable products from culinary items to
office items. Purchase fresh, organic produce and support local farmers. Offer an Eco-friendly Linens Towels Program for our lodging guests. Use energy efficient fluorescent lighting and dimmers on lights. Use minimal chemicals for Lawn
Garden use. Installed low flow
showerheads
toilets in public restrooms and
guest rooms. Encourage all staff to minimize the use of paper, and general waste. Offer ways for our guests to re-cycle. Compost for our
gardens. Lodging Guests can make a difference Participate in hotel linen programs, or let the hotel know that it's not necessary to change your sheets and towels every day. Reduce the amount of water used for bathing or
showering. When you leave your hotel
room, turn off the AC/heat, lights,
TV and
radio. Close the drapes. Participate in hotel recycling programs by placing recyclables in appropriate bins. Carry a
dry cleaning or grocery bag with you in which to carry dirty
laundry home. Leave little bottles of amenities in the
guestroom if unopened. Keep
bar soap wrappers and take used
bars of soap home. Let hotel management know, by speaking directly to management letting them know that you want them to conserve and that you want to participate. Instead of leaving
bathroom lights (and fans) on all night, use hotel night lights. Re-cycle complimentary
newspapers, or better yetget updates / headlines online! Patronize hotels, airlines,
tour operators who support greening programs. Check in/out of the hotel via the hotel's electronic program. Simply ask the Front
Desk for details. Allow us to offer a few ideas for your next event... Participate in our Eco-friendly Lodging Program. Have overnight
meeting attendees/guest do the same. Use only recyclable products for your next
meeting. Use only reusable items for your next
meeting (glasses, cloth, ceramic, etc.). Serve food beverage
buffet style, with less garnish and plates. Serve beverage items from pitchers, coolers and dispensers instead of individual bottles. Serve creamers sugars in pourers on tables. Use left over water and ice to water house plants. Offer double side copying at a reduced rate. Use windows for natural lighting. Use property green centerpieces, and seed packets as favors. Simply Ask An Event Planner For Details Request Our Green
Meeting Questionnaire. GREEN EVENTSVanLandingham Estate Specials Packages GREEN EVENTS
Do you offer corporate discounts to major employers in the local area? Yes, we offer discounts to many large companies located in the area. Please contact our Corporate Sales Manager, Stephanie Prysiazniuk (704) 334-8909 extension 263 for details. Do you have an outline of
room specifications? Yes, please find our Specifications/
Room Set-Up Chart on our website. Can you make arrangements for
video conferencing?
Audio Visual equipment? Arrangements can be made for both
video conferencing and
audio visual equipment needed for your event. Do you offer
business services? Yes, the Front
Desk can assist with faxing, copying, and other
business related services. Can you provide arrangements for transportation to city
center or within a 3-5 mile radius? Yes, we can make arrangments for local transportation within a 3-5 mile radius, or to/from
airport. We are located only miles from the heart of Uptown Charlotte. Are there
computer hook ups in the
meeting rooms as well as the guest lodging
rooms? Yes, there are
computer hook ups in all
meeting rooms as well as lodging
rooms, in addition to
wireless Internet access. We provide
wireless internet access using WEP encryption. Can I reserve the entire estate for my event? Yes. Guests are able to reserve the entire estate/inn for your event. What is the cost to reserve the facility? The cost to reserve the facility varies depending on several factors (day of week, time of year, type of event, etc.). Please be certain to contact an Event Planner for further details. How far in advance do I need to reserve the my date? Generally, dates sell out quickly. If you have a certain date in mind, (or if you are flexible with your date), contacting an Event Planner as early as possible will help secure the desired time and date you are considering. What is the maximum number of guests you can accommodate? We are pleased to accommodate private groups from as little as 2 people to as many as 1200! Where can I find menu pricing? All menus are viewable (and downloadable in a PDF file) on our website. Do you provide all the catering for events? Yes, Good Gracious! Events is the catering division to Unique Southern Estates and provides all the culinary needs at both venues. Are guests able to tent the outside
gardens for their events? Yes, guests are able to tent outside for their events and an Event Planner is available to assist you with the details. Do I need an appointment to stop by and see the property? Generally, we request that you contact the sales department to schedule an appointment so our Event Planners can allow for adequate appointment time (as well as to
tour the facility when not in use). VanLandingham Estate
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