The Bates House is handicap accessible. The Bates House interior has a foyer, terrace room, Jennie Melville ballroom, a full kitchen area (no stove), and an outdoor stone patio. The largest room, the Jennie Melville, is 52? x 34?, including an 8? by 20? stage area. Totaling over 2400 square feet, the house can accommodate 163 people indoors.. The Bates House interior has a foyer, terrace room, the Jennie Melville room, a kitchen, and an outdoor terrace. The largest room, the Jennie Melville, includes an 8′ by 20′ stage area. Totaling over 2400 square feet, the facility can accommodate 163 people indoors.
Specialties: The Bates House, built in 1922 in the colonial-revival style, is nestled within the Frank Melville Memorial Park in historic Setauket. The park was conceived, planned, and built by Jennie MacConnell Melville, Frank Melville's wife, and his son, Ward Melville. Formerly a private residence, it is available for private functions year-round. Located at the northern end of the two.. The Bates House interior has a foyer, terrace room, the Jennie Melville room, a kitchen, and an outdoor terrace. The largest room, the Jennie Melville ballroom, includes an 8′ by 20′ stage for your band or DJ. Totaling over 2400 square feet, the facility can accommodate 120 people. Tables and chairs are included, parking is on-site and the house is handicap accessible.