Let Your Guests Help Pay for Your Wedding Weekend (Yes, Really)
Weddings are magical. They’re also… expensive.
But what if there were a way to host your dream celebration, in a stunning private property, without financially combusting before the honeymoon?
There is. And it’s not a hack. It’s not a loophole. It’s just smart wedding math—and couples across the country are using it.
Here’s how it works:
Instead of booking a traditional venue and a bunch of hotel rooms, you book a WedStay—a short-term rental Wedding House that hosts both your celebration and your overnight guests. Then? You let those guests chip in for the lodging side of things—just like they would if they booked a hotel room.
Suddenly, your Wedding Weekend becomes an unforgettable group getaway—and your costs drop dramatically.
Let’s break it down.
🏡 The Wedding House Model
Imagine renting a beautiful estate where:
- You can host your ceremony and reception
- Guests stay overnight for multiple days
- You get the whole space to yourself—from Friday rehearsal to Sunday brunch
This is the Wedding House model. And it’s what WedStay was built for.
Now imagine this:
You invite 16 friends to stay with you.
They contribute $250–$300 each for the weekend (cheaper than a hotel, by the way).
That’s $4,000+ going toward your venue cost.
🎉 You just covered nearly half your Wedding House with zero awkwardness.
💰 Real Wedding Math
| Scenario | Traditional Venue + Hotels | Book a WedStay Wedding House |
|---|---|---|
| Venue for 1 day | $7,500 | Included in full-weekend price |
| 3 hotel rooms x 3 nights | $3,000 | Included (on-site lodging) |
| Time with guests (hours) | 6 | 48+ |
| Guest contributions | None | ~$4,000+ |
| Experience level | Standard | Elevated, immersive |
It’s not just savings. It’s value. Because you’re not just throwing a wedding—you’re hosting a full-on Wedding Weekend.
🎯 Why It Works (and Doesn’t Feel Weird)
1. Guests Already Expect to Pay for Lodging
Weddings almost always require guests to book hotel rooms. This is no different—it’s just more fun, more convenient, and usually cheaper.
2. You’re Offering an Upgrade
No bland hotels. No shuttles. No split-up groups across five locations. You’re inviting guests to stay on the same beautiful property where the wedding is happening. It’s more personal, more immersive, and honestly… cooler.
3. It Feels Like a Group Trip
People love the idea of staying together. Game nights. Pool hangs. Morning-after coffee chats. It becomes a memory-making weekend, not just a one-night event.
💬 How to Say It (Without Making It Awkward)
**Text to friends:**
Hey! We’re booking a beautiful Wedding House for the weekend and it includes lodging for a small group of guests. If you want in, it’s about $275 for the whole weekend—let me know and I’ll save you a room!
**On your wedding website:**
We’re hosting the wedding at a stunning private estate that includes overnight lodging. A few of our closest people will be staying with us on the property—if you’d like to be one of them, let us know! We’re splitting the cost like a shared rental (~$300 per person for the weekend).
