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CHERRY HILL FARMHOUSE
RENTAL POLICIES
SECURITY DEPOSIT: A $400.00 security deposit is required 90 days prior to the event. Providing there are no
damages, the full deposit will be returned to you after your event. The client is responsible for all damages
and/or injuries to persons or property resulting from use of the property by the Client and the Client’s guests,
contractors, agents and employees. The building and grounds will be inspected after your event by staff to
determine condition and potential damages. Damages will be deducted from the security deposit. If the
security deposit is insufficient to cover the cost of damage, the Client will be billed for the remainder.
CANCELLATION POLICY: All cancellations must be in writing.
• Requests more than 90 days prior to the event the full reservation deposit will be returned, less an
$80.00 administrative fee.
• If cancellation request is received 90 days or less prior to the event the reservation deposit will be
forfeited. The security deposit, reservation payment minus the deposit and Friends of Cherry Hill
check will be fully refunded.
CHERRY HILL HOSTESS: A Cherry Hill hostess will be on hand the day of the event. The hostess will open the
house and be there during the event to answer questions and assist you. The hostess will contact you prior to
your event.
SECURITY: The Cherry Hill hostess will unlock the farmhouse and disarm the alarm for your arrival. If she is not
present, call or visit the Recreation Center (223 Little Falls St.) or call 703-248-5027 for access.
FIRE REGULATIONS: Absolutely no smoking is permitted in the house or on the front covered porch. No tables
or equipment may block the rear hallway door. Lighted candles must be approved by the coordinator or the
hostess on hand. Lighted candles cannot be placed on the dining room mantel. If candles are used, they must
be put out with the candle snuffer that is located in the top center drawer of the desk in the parlor. The
fireplaces are not functional and should not be used under any circumstances.
FURNISHINGS: No furnishings may be moved without the approval of the Cherry Hill Coordinator and only
under the supervision of City staff. Please do not sit on any furniture in the parlor that is marked off with a
green ribbon. No dishes, cups, glasses etc. (full or empty) should be placed on any furniture except for the
dining room table. Two butler trays are available for collecting dishes. A protective pad should be used
underneath any tablecloth placed on the dining room table. A pad can be found in the built in cabinet in the
dining room. No additional lighting or heating fixtures should be placed on any furniture. In particular, do not
set electric coffee pots in the dining room. Coffee can be brewed and hot water heated in the kitchen and
transported by pots to the dining room. Pots are available for your use and are stored in the kitchen cabinet.
The contents of the dining room sideboard and cupboard are not for public use. The two upstairs bedrooms
that are furnished in period antiques will be closed to the public during rentals. The large upstairs meeting
room and the adjoining restroom are available for public use.
FOOD AND DRINK: Food and beverages are not allowed in the parlor. The Cherry Hill hostess will inform
guests of this rule if necessary. All food should be prepared in the kitchen. All drinks should be opened in the
kitchen, particularly bottles of wine and champagne. Pitchers for carrying drinks are available in the kitchen.