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Common Asked Questions

Do you allow Alcohol? The Manor Estate allows its clients to bring in their own beer, wine, hard seltzers and champagne. However, NO HARD LIQUOR is allowed to be brought in by the clients under any circumstances. If you are bringing in your own alcohol, you must go through the Manor to hire a bartender and pay to use our Manor Bar Package. We do allow mixed drinks though so you can still have your signature cocktails, they just need to be premixed in the manufactures unopened containers.

Can we bring in our own Catering, Bakery or Food Trucks?

You bet! (Who doesn't love a food truck!)

Can we bring in our own bar tenders? The Manor Estate does allow outside bar services; however, a Manor bar tender must still be hired in addition!

Can we bring in our own Wedding Coordinator? Absolutely! They are most welcome.

Can we bring in our own rentals? All rentals must go through The Manor unless you are in the Venue Only Package. In our other packages it is with the exception of the following:

Cake

Floral

Live Musicians

Officiant

Photo Booth

How much time do we have? The Manor Estate only hosts 1 event per day and thus the grounds are yours for the day! However, events may last for 6 hours (unless otherwise stated) and music must be off by 11. Grounds are open to clients 8 am until 12 am. NO EXCEPTIONS. Please plan accordingly and plan on having your entire event cleaned up by midnight. Overtime will be billed $500 per every 1/2 hour.

When can my items be dropped off and picked up? All items can only be delivered on the day of the event and must go home that evening. No exceptions! The Manor grounds must be completely cleaned at the events end.

Is there a corkage fee? Yes, $5 per every bottle of wine and champagne brought onto property.

Is event insurance required and where do we get it? Yes it is required. You can get event insurance through whomever you like! We have had clients use WEDSURE, EVENTSURE, or go through their homeowners insurance to name a few.

What is your deposit? We have a $2500 non-refundable retainer that is applied to your final bill. For our venue only package, a $1,500 refundable cleaning deposit is also required.

What is your off-season? Our off season is January, February, July and August.

Do you allow live music? Absolutely! We love live music and think it is fabulous!

Any special Rules? No Hay, confetti or birdseed etc. Candles must be in an enclosed container (like a vase). Smoking is only permitted in the smoking area and no Marijuana or any illegal drugs/substances use will be tolerated.

Can our dog be apart of our special day? Absolutely! Our 4- legged friends though must be kept on a leash at all times and we request that you please pick up after them. If they are/ become excited, we ask that they please be kenneled or brought home. They also must have proof of vaccinations!!! Guests are not allowed to bring in pups without prior approval and will be sent home immediately.

When do I have access to the Bridal Suite? As early as you like and it is yours until your event ends!

Fall High Tea Menu

Saturday, November 8, 2025

11 o'clock a.m.

Pricing is $75 per guest + Tax & 18% Gratuity

Reservations must be made by November 1, 2025

*Refunds are only available if cancelled 8 days prior to event.

*Reservations are for parties of 2 or more

For Reservations, Please Call 559.536.0323​

High Tea Menu

Seasonal Salad

Mixed Green Salad served with Cranberries, Apples and Candied Pecans in a Dijon Honey Vinaigrette

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Seasonal Soup

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup 

served with Baguette and Butter

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Seasonal Scone

Served with Devonshire Cream, Lemon Curd and Seasonal Jam

Finger Sandwiches

Roasted Turkey, Brie, Sliced Apple with a Basil Pesto Spread

English Cucumber with Herb Butter

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Tidbits

Spinach Artichoke Puff Pastry

Mini Quiche with Apricot Cherry Chutney

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Mini Desserts

Carrot Tea Cake

Apple Cinnamon Rose

Vanilla Yogurt Parfait

Guests are greeted with a glass of Sparkling Cider (1 per guest)

Served with Iced tea, Water and a fine selection of Hot Teas alongside Honey, Lemon, Sugars and Cream

Always wanted to host a special occasion at The Manor but had a budget issue?

This is your chance!

While the grounds won't be exclusively yours for the entire day, we do offer several more intimate spaces for you and your guests to have a bit more privacy!

Site options are:

The Enchanted Garden

The Gazebo

The Back Patio

The Pond Area

Special Occasions

Lemon Tea

Attire

What to wear, Oh what to wear?!...

Attire

Let's have some fun with this!

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Pant suits and dresses are encouraged.

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Ladies are encouraged to wear hats and gloves!

(But of course you don't have to)

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We also have a lovely selection of hats (some are even vintage!) available for you to wear if you so choose to while dining with us!

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“There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea.”
― Henry James, The Portrait of a Lady

34614 Avenue 9

Madera, CA

93636

Tel: 559-536-0323

Fax: 559-645-5686

themanorestate@yahoo.com

 © 2013 The Manor Estate

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