THE EVENT SPACE
Gather & Celebrate
One of the only venues in Litchfield County to actively and explicitly market to the queer community.
The Event Vision
The property will include an event space — a barn conversion or dedicated outdoor venue — suited for queer weddings, elopements, intimate retreats, and community gatherings. We will be one of the only venues in Litchfield County to actively and explicitly market to the queer community.
Queer couples seeking affirming wedding and elopement venues have very limited options in rural Connecticut. Corporate retreat clients, wellness retreat organizers, and community groups also represent a strong recurring revenue opportunity.
Event Revenue
Revenue Stream
Description
Year 2 Estimate
Event Space Rental
Weddings, retreats, workshops (10–18 events/yr)
$50,000–$90,000
Queer Wellness Retreats
Curated multi-day packages, 6–10/year
$30,000–$50,000
Signature Cocktail Experiences
Curated cocktail pairings and tastings
$8,000–$15,000
Total Business Projections
Category
Low Estimate
High Estimate
Total Projected Revenue (Year 2)
$203,000
$335,000
Total Estimated Startup Costs
$563,000
$942,000
Year 1 projections are approximately 50–60% of Year 2 estimates as the property builds reputation and occupancy. Revenue projections will be refined once a specific property is selected and renovated.
Startup Investment
Cost Category
Low Estimate
High Estimate
Property Acquisition
$350,000
$$500,000
Farmhouse Renovation
$80,000
$150,000
Barn / Event Space Conversion
$40,000
$100,000
Flower Farm Infrastructure
$15,000
$35,000
Furnishings & Guest Room Design
$20,000
$45,000
Permits, Legal, Insurance (Year 1)
$8,000
$15,000
Marketing & Brand Launch
$5,000
$12,000
Working Capital Reserve (6 months)
$25,000
$40,000
Grant & Funding Targets
As an LGBTQ+-centered business in rural hospitality and agriculture, Sein and Skye qualify for a unique combination of grants across multiple categories.
LGBTQ+ Business Grants
Program
Amount
Founders First National Pride Grant
Up to $25,000
NGLCC Community Impact Grant
$5,000–$25,000
Transform Business Grant
$5,000–$30,000
Astraea Lesbian Foundation
$1,000 + mentorship
Women-Owned Business Grants
Program
Notes
Eileen Fisher Community Grant
$2,500 — environmental/community mission
IFundWomen Universal Grant
Matches LGBTQI+ entrepreneurs to grants
Connecticut-specific
CT Small Business Boost Fund
Marketing Strategy
Social Media
The founder's existing Instagram presence (@curationsandlibations) provides a foundation for building an engaged audience. We will document the farm journey and build community before opening day.
LGBTQ+ Travel Directories
Listings with Purple Roofs, TAG Approved, IGLTA member directory, and Out Traveler — the primary search tools for LGBTQ+ travelers.
Press & PR
Editorial coverage targets include Condé Nast Traveler, Bon Appétit, Out Traveler, and Autostraddle.
Community Partnerships
Partnerships with Pride in the Hills Fund, Connecticut LGBTQ+ organizations, queer wedding planners, and regional farmers markets.