Wedding & Event FAQs

What makes Château de Michellia different from other venues?

We are one of the very few luxury venues that can instantly transport you to the heart of Europe without leaving behind the modern convenience of the West Coast. As a luxury destination venue that offers both single-day and full-weekend access, many clients travel from all over the U.S. and the world to celebrate with us. We offer complete privatization for intimate celebrations that focus on privacy, exclusivity, and an unparalleled luxury guest experience.

Out of respect for our highly manicured grounds and peaceful agricultural neighborhood, we accept less than a handful of luxury intimate events every year. Full day event acceptance will be considered on a case-by-case depending on your guest count, budget, and your planning team. A thorough interview process is required for every private event client.

What kind of private events would be a good fit for the Château?

We welcome intimate events that are peaceful in nature and will minimize disruptions to the tranquil nature of our agricultural neighborhood. Things we look for in the ideal Château events include: intimate guest count, a focus in artful design and luxury guest experience, and a healthy budget that allows us to reinvest into the preservation of this historical treasure.

If we are not a mutually good fit for your celebration, we still invite you to consider a private photoshoot with us.

I will host my ceremony/reception elsewhere, can I still take pre-wedding pictures at the Château?

Yes! You may schedule a private photoshoot with us.

Can we visit the Château?

Yes - however, we only allow property visits if we deem our space a good fit for your event. If your event application is accepted, one of our team members will reach out to you to arrange a visit. Please note that our property is gated and does not allow visitors without an appointment.

What kind of event planner do I need to hire?

We require a full-service professional event planning team for all events. Professional event planners typically have a minimum number of years of experience in the industry as a qualification, along with dedicated event planning business licenses and commercial insurance. While we acknowledge that you may have friends or family willing to assist, please note that they will not be classified as professional event planners for our consideration.

Is your property easy to access?

Our location is best described as hidden yet convenient. We are easily accessible by car from Interstate Highway 5, about 50 minutes away from Portland (60 miles) and 3.5 hours from Seattle (228 miles). We are also just a short 2-hour flight away from most major California cities.

We are minutes away from the Oregon State Capitol with many hotels and restaurants available nearby.

Are most of your clients local?

We are able to provide a streamlined experience to accommodate all local and non-local clients who are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city life. With both single-day and full-weekend offerings, we have had the pleasure of celebrating with clients from Portland, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Orlando, Miami, Chicago, New York, Boston, and many other destinations.

Do you require us to work with any specific vendors?

We require you to hire both a full-service planning team as well as a full-service catering team. We do not require you to hire from a specific list; However, we do keep a list of preferred and trusted vendors who are familiar with our property and will make your planning process as stress-free as possible.

What is Château de Michellia’s address?

For security reasons, Château de Michellia’s address is not made public, and specific navigation instructions will be provided only upon a confirmed booking of your appointment.

For timeline planning purposes, we are just a few minutes away from Sprague High School in Salem, Oregon.

Do you allow multiple events to take place at the Château at the same time?

No, every private event client will have exclusive use of the Château property on the their selected date(s) / weekend.