Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Mansion: Up to 150 guests seated. Carriage House: Up to 75 guests seated.
There is only one catered event scheduled at the Mansion on any given day. There can be two catered events at the Carriage House and they must use the same caterer.
Gramercy Mansion and the Carriage House may have simultaneous events. There are outdoor signs to guide guests to the proper location. In addition, there is a representative from Gramercy to help guests find the correct location. We encourage all of our couples to inform their guests which venue their wedding is being held in and/or display a Welcome Sign in front of the building.
No, your wedding officiant should be able to coordinate your ceremony. In some cases, your catering manager will assist with the flow of your wedding day. If you wish to hire a professional, there are several on our resource list if you need any recommendations.
Our overnight guest rooms are not included to get ready in, and must be booked separately. Gramercy Mansion offers eleven unique guest rooms. A 50% discount is available to wedding couples for the night of their wedding with the 4-hour exclusive event package. We do have exclusive packages that include all the guest rooms, and we encourage you to check guest room availability and reserve a room or suite at the time of contract signing.
While birdseed, confetti and rice are not allowed, you may use bubbles or real rose petals outdoors. Sparkler exits are also allowed, but require a container filled with sand/dirt so that guests may extinguish their sparkler.
While we do not allow pets on the property or in the Mansion, except for service animals, we do make an exception for wedding couples to include their pet during the wedding ceremony. The pet must be taken home after the ceremony is over. Furever & Fur Always specializes in doggie day care for wedding couples. Please contact them at pups@fureverandfuralways.com or 443-275-6211.
No, you must choose from our approved list of caterers and kosher caterers, which can be found on our rental rates pages under Weddings/Parties.
No, you may choose from the approved catering list. The Carriage House is located across from the Mansion and has a separate kitchen.
All alcohol must be provided and served by the caterer, who also provides the bartender. We do not allow self-serve alcohol stations, self-pour bottles or kegs.
Yes. Candles must be in votive containers or glass enclosures with the flame no higher than the glass surrounding it.
Yes. Parking is included with your rental, and we have approximately 100 parking spots to accommodate all guests.
Mansion: We can comfortably accommodate your guests with first-floor bathrooms, a handicap entrance from the driveway, and reserved parking spaces located next to the house and close to the door. Please note that the outdoor ceremony garden is NOT handicap accessible, but the indoor ceremony space and adjoining rooms are. Carriage House: Parking spots are located close to the Carriage House for your guests, and the brick courtyard and all interior rooms are handicap accessible. There is one accessible restroom. The ceremony garden may be reached via the entry point closest to the large tree, follow the pathway and enter the garden through a vine covered trellis.
No, unfortunately not. It is not owned by Gramercy and is a popular vendor rental by our couples. We usually see Event Dynamics here often to install any color tulle you can dream of.
Yes. There are packages that include all 11 guest rooms for your wedding guests. If there are other guests staying here, they will not have access to the first floor rooms, pool, or gardens during the time of your event.

Wedding FAQs – Planning Your Wedding at Gramercy Mansion

Venue Capacity & Event Details

Gramercy Mansion accommodates both intimate celebrations and larger weddings at our historic Maryland estate venue. Guest capacity varies depending on the ceremony and reception locations selected, layout, and catering design. The Mansion accommodates up to 150 guests for a seated wedding reception, while the Carriage House accommodates up to 75 guests for a seated event.
Yes. Many couples choose to host their ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all on-site, creating a seamless wedding day experience without travel between locations.
Yes. Couples may choose from beautiful indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces, including landscaped garden settings and elegant indoor rooms, making Gramercy Mansion an ideal venue for year-round Maryland weddings.
Absolutely. Known for its manicured gardens, historic architecture, and scenic grounds just outside Baltimore, Gramercy Mansion is a popular choice for outdoor and garden weddings in Maryland.
In some cases, separate events may occur simultaneously in different areas of the property, such as the Mansion and the Carriage House. Each event remains private within its designated space to maintain an intimate guest experience.
Gramercy Mansion provides knowledgeable on-site staff to support the flow of your event and assist with venue-related questions or emergencies. However, our staff does not serve as wedding coordinators. Couples typically hire a professional day-of coordinator or wedding planner to manage timelines and vendor coordination.
Most couples book 12–24 months in advance, especially for popular spring and fall wedding dates. Early booking is recommended to secure preferred dates at this sought-after Baltimore-area wedding venue.
Yes. Gramercy Mansion is an ideal setting for elopements and intimate weddings, offering romantic indoor and garden spaces designed for smaller celebrations of up to 30 guests.
Absolutely. Couples are welcome to personalize their ceremony to reflect cultural traditions, religious practices, and meaningful personal elements.
Yes. Many couples choose Gramercy Mansion as a Maryland destination wedding venue because it offers a historic estate setting, on-site lodging, and convenient access to Baltimore and regional travel hubs.

Lodging & Getting Ready

Overnight guest rooms are not included for getting ready and must be reserved separately. Gramercy Mansion offers eleven unique bed-and-breakfast guest rooms. Wedding couples receive a 50% discount for the night of their wedding with the 4-hour exclusive event package. Exclusive wedding packages that include all guest rooms are also available, and couples are encouraged to check availability and reserve accommodations at the time of contract signing.
Yes. Gramercy Mansion operates as a boutique bed and breakfast with overnight accommodations available, allowing couples and guests to enjoy a relaxed, full wedding weekend experience on-site.
Yes, unless all 11 guest rooms are reserved as part of a wedding package. If other guests are staying at the property, they will not have access to the first-floor event spaces, pool, or gardens during your event.

Catering & Bar Service

Couples must select their caterer from an approved list of experienced professionals familiar with the property. This ensures consistent service standards and smooth event execution.
No. Each event independently selects its caterer from the approved catering list.
No. All alcohol must be provided and served by the selected caterer, who also supplies licensed bartenders. Self-serve alcohol stations, self-pour bottles, and kegs are not permitted.
Licensed bartenders are provided through the selected caterer to ensure safe, professional alcohol service in accordance with venue policies.

Venue Policies & Details

Yes. Candles are permitted when placed in votive containers or glass enclosures, with the flame no higher than the surrounding glass for safety.
To protect the historic property and gardens, birdseed, confetti, and rice are not permitted. Bubbles or real rose petals may be used outdoors. Sparkler exits are allowed but require a container filled with sand or dirt for safe extinguishing. Approved alternatives can be discussed during planning.
Yes. Pets are welcome to participate in ceremonies but must be taken home afterward. Furever & Fur Always specializes in wedding day dog care and can be contacted at pups@fureverandfuralways.com or 443-275-6211.
No. The ceiling draping is not owned by Gramercy Mansion and is typically rented through outside vendors. Event Dynamics frequently installs custom tulle draping in a variety of colors for weddings.
Due to the historic nature of the estate, accessibility varies by location. The first floor of the Mansion and the Carriage House are handicap accessible. Please note that the outdoor ceremony garden includes small steps. Staff work closely with couples to plan accessible seating and guest access whenever possible.
Yes. Gramercy Mansion provides complimentary on-site parking with ample capacity to accommodate guests attending simultaneous events.

Planning & Experience

Wedding rehearsals are typically scheduled approximately two months prior to the wedding date. The venue works with couples and their hired planner or coordinator to finalize rehearsal timing and ceremony logistics.
Gramercy Mansion combines historic elegance, private gardens, boutique lodging, and flexible vendor options in one location. Couples value the intimate estate atmosphere, personalized experience, and the ability to host an entire wedding weekend at a scenic Maryland property just outside Baltimore.