The Arlington Treehouse

Frequently Asked Questions

February 15, 2024 - Subject to Change.

Events

At the Arlington Treehouse, we host affordable, adult family events. To give you enough time for your event, the facility is available at:

6 hours - $699

8 hours - $799

15 hours - $1,299

Everything You Need For Your Party

Tables, chairs, tablecloths and centerpieces are provided with your event. The Treehouse includes a kitchen, a beauty suite, a dressing suite, a dancefloor, outdoor decks with seating, two refrigerators, four bathrooms, lounge areas, etc.

We also have complete bar, table, dessert and buffet settings available at $6 per person.

You save money by bringing your own food and drinks into the Treehouse. And you save with our practical DYI format. Families gather here to spend time together and celebrate.

There is plenty of parking, and we are just three blocks from the East Falls Church Metro.

Beautiful and Practical

The 1,400 sq. ft. Ballroom seats 64 people. It has 72’ of windows and all wooden floors opening onto the upper deck.

The room includes our 15-foot stone top bar, bar sink, full size refrigerator, and a restroom. The gas fireplace will keep you warm and three different air conditioning systems will keep you cool. 38 separate, dimmable lights set the room.

The three-level deck offers over 1,000 square feet of private, covered, and uncovered deck space. Enjoy our stone walkway, seating, swings, flowers, music, sunshine, and love.

We go inside or onto the covered decks if it rains. No tent required.

The Beauty Suite

The Treehouse includes our Beauty Suite for hair and makeup and fun! You can do your own makeup and hair or bring your own beauty artist to make sure your friends and family have a great time.

The Groom Suite

The Treehouse includes an extra private room for your guests to get ready.

It’s Fun

The Treehouse is designed to make events FUN for all your guests. We have room to play and dance.

We have a designated play area for children. Bring your family and friends and relax and enjoy. You have time and space at the Arlington Treehouse.

What is the rental fee and what's included in that price?

6 hours - $699

8 hours - $799

15 hours - $1,299

Includes the Ballroom, tables, chairs, tablecloths, centerpieces, 86” screen, bar with refrigerator and bar sink, three decks, Garden Patio and Yard, Beauty Suite, Groom Suite, Reception and lounge, Kitchen and four bathrooms.

Optional Tableware & Serving Items: $6 per person

Includes: tableware settings / chinaware, glassware, bar glassware, coffee service ware, serving dishes, chafing dishes, napkins, utensils, cutting boards, bread baskets, water pitchers, flower vases, salt & pepper, etc. Everything you need to have a great party is included. You bring the food and drink, and we’ll do the dishes.

Staffing

One staff member will be available during all hours of your event to answer questions.

Additional ( affordable ) staff members are available by the hour to make your event run beautifully. We are here to make 100% sure your event is fun, safe, and easy for you and your guests. From setup to breakdown, and everything in between, our staff is here to help.

Insurance is Required

Event insurance is required for events with alcohol. Insurance is available at www.EventHelper.com for $105. You may use your preferred provider. Please ask.

A Deposit is Required

A full contract and non-refundable deposit are required.  An additional security deposit is required.

Is my date available?

Please call or write for availability information.

What is the capacity of the Treehouse?

64 for dining and dancing. We have over 3,000 sq. ft. of indoor space and 1,000 sq. ft. of deck space, plus the garden patio and grounds.

What is the deposit and when is it due?

A deposit of 50% of the rental fee is due with your signed contract to hold the date for your event.

Final payment is due 30 days before your event. Payment for staffing is due 15 days before your event.

Is there a security deposit and when is it due?

Yes. For an all-day event, a refundable Security Deposit of $500 [ five hundred dollars ] is due with the final payment 30 days before your event. The Security Deposit is 100% refundable if there is no damage to the property. The Security Deposit will be refunded 10 days after the event.

What is the cancellation policy?

All deposits are non-refundable. Cancelation insurance is available through insurance companies to cover unexpected problems and reimburse your deposit.

If an event is canceled and then re-scheduled for the same date [ if the Treehouse is available ] there is a fee of $250 and your original deposit will be applied to the event.

If an event is canceled and then re-scheduled for a different date, 50% of the original deposit will be applied to the event.

How do non-profit events work?

The members of the board at the Treehouse select non-profit groups to support by allowing discounted or free use of the property. Profits from all events are donated.

Can I have my ceremony and reception at the Treehouse?

Yes! Save time and money. You have time for makeup, dressing, first look photos, and time to rehearse in the morning. At the Treehouse you can enjoy your entire day and relax.

Get married outdoors in our Garden Patio or indoors in the Ballroom. If the weather is poor, the Ballroom is ready. After the ceremony we bring out the tables and set the room for your dinner and dance party.

We want you to have a wonderful day. From 8:00 am you can take your time to get ready, have a spectacular ceremony and then have time to relax and enjoy your family and friends. And dance.

What are the policies on alcohol?

You may bring your own wine, beer, and spirits into the Treehouse. A permit for alcohol is required [ $40 from the State of Virginia ]. Event insurance is required [ $105 online]. This insurance covers you as the host of the party serving alcohol. Secondly it covers the venue from damage.] A professional bartender is strongly recommended.

The Treehouse does not sell or provide any alcoholic beverages. You must bring your own.

What are the policies on food and non-alcoholic drinks?

You can bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks. Or we will coordinate with your caterer.

We also offer soft drink and coffee & tea services. And our staff can set up and clear your food tables.

We have full tableware settings, barware, and service ware available. We have a kitchen and two refrigerators for holding and heating food.

Do you have a sound system?

Yes we have speakers in the Ballroom.

Do you allow outside vendors?

Outside vendors are allowed upon approval. Vendors working on-site during the event [ caterers, photographers, DJs, etc. ] must provide proof of insurance. Please ask about using our kitchen and/or using catering and bartending vendors.

Does the Treehouse offer catering?

There is no food or alcohol service. You must bring your own food and alcohol.

We do offer Soft Drink & Mixers and Coffee & Tea service for your convenience.

Our staff can help with your food and beverage requirements. We will coordinate with you to prepare and serve food and drinks. We’ll can set up the buffet and clear all the tables.

Staff can set up a cake table, desert tables, food stations, bar stations, etc. We will do the cake cutting and service, champagne toast or whatever you want to do.

You can have any food you want brought in. We want you and your guests to take the day off. If you prefer, your caterer can do everything. Let’s talk.

Can we cook in the kitchen?

The Treehouse has two refrigerators, two microwaves and a stove and ovens for holding and warming food. You save with your own food preparation.

Is there a dance floor?

Yes. All our floors are wood or stone inside and out. You can dance everywhere – including on the dance floor.

Is there a stage?

There is a raised 4’ x 8’ platform on the Garden Patio. Accommodation can be made for other staging if required.

Are there changing areas for the bride, groom, and wedding party?

Yes.

There is a large Beauty Suite with a full bathroom and makeup area for just the bride or for the bridal party.

There is a second dressing room / Grooms Room for additional guests and/or the bridal party.

There are four bathrooms available.

Is there parking available for guests?

Yes. The Treehouse has four private parking spaces for your use. Tons of free street parking is also available all around us. There are always 20 or more open spaces within a block.

We are three blocks from the East Falls Church Metro. The metro offers the perfect connection to hotels, restaurants, museums, and the city.

Transportation can also be provided to take guests to and from parking, the metro and local hotels. Please ask.

Is the Treehouse accessible to guests with disabilities?

Yes and no.

The Treehouse has a lot of stairs. The Ballroom is located on the third level. Guests climb two flights of stairs to get there. Stair climbing wheelchairs are welcome. 

There is a bathroom on every floor including the Ballroom, so guests do not have to go up and down to use the restroom.

There are chairs for people to rest between floors for guests who need a little extra time.

Handicap parking is available in our parking area.

What are the restrictions on décor and other items?

There are restrictions on hanging decorations, but we will accommodate your requests if we can. The Treehouse features many opportunities for you to display photos or artwork.

Please Note:

No colored rose petals [ white petals are OK outside only ], no colored dyes, no hair dyes, no confetti, no rice, no birdseed, no sparklers, no fireworks, no spray string, no glitter, no open flames, no noise makers, no releasing balloons. Please ask about other items.

Dogs or other animals are not normally allowed at the Treehouse.

No illegal activities, narcotics or weapons of any kind are allowed at any time. We reserve the right to terminate any event at any time for violations of our contract or for any reason management determines necessary. No refund of any kind will be made for violations of our contract.

What happens if there is bad weather on my event day?

We have a party! The Ballroom can be set up for a ceremony, then changed for people to eat and dance.

The lower decks and stairways are covered. Plus, guests can spread out to the Beauty Salon, the kitchen, the reception lounge area and the grounds. The children will discover the game cabinets. We have over 5,000 sq. ft. of indoor and covered patio space. No rain is going to ruin your party.

Do you have a lighting system?

We have 37 dimmable lights in the Great Room and 72’ of windows.

Do you have tables and chairs?

We have seating for 64 people at tables and more on the leather couches. Ample additional seating is available throughout the decks, house, and garden. And our chairs are comfortable.

Do you have linens, silverware, glassware, barware, desert ware, serving dishes, serving utensils, chafing dishes and serving containers?

Yes. Tableware and serving items are available at $6 per person. This should save you a ton of work and money by having it all here, ready to go. Nothing to clean up or return. You won’t run out of anything. We even have paper plates if you need them.

Do you have a bar?

Yes. We have a 15’ stone top bar. It comes with a bar sink, a full-size refrigerator, microwave, and basic bar supplies. Bar glassware is available with all the other tableware and serving items.

Can we bring our own plates, glasses, and silverware?

Yes. You may select to use disposable items or bring in full service if you prefer.

Can we bring tables and chairs?

Normally no.  Please ask about special requests.

Do you have a coat check?

We have dedicated space for guest coats and hats. Normally guests store and retrieve their own property. Coat check service can be provided if requested.

Note: the Treehouse is not responsible for lost or stolen property.

Do you have a photo booth?

Well, no, but…

The entire property is set up to take photos. Take pictures in the Ballroom, in the Beauty Suite, First Look Photos in the garden, First Dance photos on the dance floor. You can take photos and video across the entire property of all your guests for the whole day.

And - the Arlington Rose Garden is just five minutes away. It’s a national treasure. With thousands of blooming roses throughout the spring, summer and fall it is a spectacular place to take photos.

Do you have a coordinator on staff?

Yes. Staffing is available to make your event run smoothly. There is always a staff member on duty to handle questions during your event. We will help you to coordinate your day here at the Treehouse.

Smoking

Smoking is permitted outside in designated areas. Legal products can be consumed. There is no smoking inside the facility at any time.

Book an Appointment to see the Treehouse.

Viewings are available by appointment only. Please call or email to schedule your visit.

ArlingtonTreehouse@gmail.com      or call 703-969-2320.