Question 1

What type of venue is Maison Albion?

Accepted Answer

Maison Albion is a historic 1878 Victorian mansion wedding venue offering full estate buyout for ceremony and reception celebrations. Unlike typical banquet halls or hotel venues, you receive exclusive access to our entire 12,000 square foot mansion and 7-acre estate grounds for your wedding day.

Question 2

Where is Maison Albion located?

Accepted Answer

We're located at 13800 W County House Road in Albion, NY 14411 (Orleans County). We're centrally positioned in Western New York—about an hour from Buffalo and about 40 minutes from Rochester.

Question 3

How many guests can you accommodate?

Accepted Answer

Our Victorian mansion comfortably accommodates 50-300 guests for seated dinner receptions, up to 300 guests for cocktail-style receptions, and up to 50 guests for intimate micro weddings and elopements.

Question 4

How much does it cost to have a wedding at Maison Albion?

Accepted Answer

Our all-inclusive wedding packages begin at $6,000 for weekday celebrations (Monday-Thursday), $7,000 for Friday and Sunday, and $11,500 for Saturday celebrations, with custom pricing for multi-day weekend experiences. Complete pricing, seasonal rates, and detailed inclusions are available in our free venue guide. All prices include taxes, service charges, and credit card processing fees—no hidden costs.

Question 5

What's included in your wedding packages?

Accepted Answer

Every package includes 15 hours of exclusive venue access, full Victorian mansion buyout, tables, chairs and linens, an on-site event director, a private bridal suite and groom's prep room, indoor and outdoor ceremony options, setup and breakdown by our team, parking, and a climate-controlled year-round venue. Catering, bar service, photography, florals, and entertainment are arranged separately with your choice of vendors.

Question 6

Do you offer payment plans?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We offer interest-free payment arrangements with initial deposits starting at $3,000. Complete payment terms and financing options are detailed in our venue guide and booking agreement.

Question 7

Can I bring my own vendors (photographer, DJ, florist)?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You have complete vendor freedom at Maison Albion. Bring your own photographer, videographer, florist, DJ, musicians, wedding planner, baker, or any other wedding vendors. We provide a preferred vendor list of professionals who know our venue well, but you're never required to use them.

Question 8

Do you host multiple weddings per day?

Accepted Answer

Never. We only host one wedding per day—period. When you book Maison Albion, the entire Victorian estate is exclusively yours. No other weddings, no other events, no shared spaces or timelines.

Question 9

How far in advance should we book?

Accepted Answer

Most couples book 12-18 months in advance for peak season dates (May-October Saturdays). However, we often have availability for weekday weddings with shorter notice, off-season celebrations (November-April), and intimate micro weddings.

Question 10

Can we host our rehearsal dinner at Maison Albion?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Our venue is perfect for rehearsal dinners, offering intimate dining spaces including our ballroom, garden patio, and courtyard areas. We can accommodate rehearsal dinner events from 20-300 guests with flexible catering and menu options. Rehearsal dinner venue rental is available as an add-on to wedding packages.

Question 11

Can we do a site visit before booking?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! We encourage all couples to tour the venue before booking. Schedule your private champagne tour where you'll explore the entire Victorian mansion and estate grounds, meet our event team, discuss your vision, see real wedding setups, and receive your complete venue guide. Tours are by appointment—book yours online or call (585) 488-4899.

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