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Price range: $7,500 - $10,000 Price range: $5,550 - $7,000
Couples usually spend $9,000 Couples usually spend $6,500
Reception
$8,000 starting price
Reception
$6,000 starting price
These prices are available for the months of May through October. These prices are available for the months of November through April.

Attributes highlighted by couples

Quality catering
Guests comfort
Unique aesthetic style
Amenities

About

Santa Margarita Ranch is a historic event venue combining Western Agriculture with California Wine Country hospitality. Couples and guests may relish in gorgeous settings that include quaint, historic buildings, oak-studded meadows, lush gardens and railways. Guests can even tour the ranch aboard the Pacific Coast Railroad, their private steam train.

Facilities and Capacity
Santa Margarita Ranch can host up to 700 guests. This venue is home to the charming and historic Asistencia barn that features twinkle lights for dinner and dancing and heaters for those cooler nights. They also offer the beautiful outdoor Estrada Garden and their quaint bridal cottage. This space holds manicured gardens surrounded by evergreen olive trees and beautiful roses.

Services Offered
Their standard wedding package includes on-site restrooms, professional staff and a professional on-site venue representative. Services offered:

  • Bridal suite
  • Event rentals
  • Outside vendors
  • Ceremony
  • Elopements
  • Reception
  • Rehearsal dinner
  • Security
  • Parking staff
  • Ample parking


Cuisine
This venue invites clients to choose any licensed caterer and to host their own bar with no added corkage fees, allowing couples full control over beverage and food budgets.

History
Once a bank stop along the El Camino Real Stage Coach Trail, the bridal cottage holds a bit of history at the venue. In addition, the venue features a vintage converted school bus where grooms may hang out. The charming barn houses stone walls that date back to the 1770s.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

8,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

6,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Parking
Set Up

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December
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Reviews of Santa Margarita Ranch

4.6 out of 5 rating
4.6 out of 5 rating
60 Reviews
93% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.6 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.6 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.5 out of 5 rating
JLeigh
Jleigh P. Sent on 03/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Venue

Hey there, so I recently had the pleasure of photographing a wedding at Santa Margarita Ranch and let me tell you, it was absolutely stunning! From the golden(or green depending on season) to the rustic barns, this venue is a dream come true for any romantic at heart.

The natural beauty of the ranch provided the perfect backdrop for my photos, allowing me to capture some truly magical moments between the bride and groom. The sprawling landscapes and charming architecture made every shot feel like something out of a fairytale.

Not only was the setting ideal for capturing beautiful images, but the staff at Santa Margarita Ranch were also incredibly helpful and accommodating. They went above and beyond to ensure that everything ran smoothly, making my job as a photographer that much easier.

Overall, I would highly recommend Santa Margarita Ranch as a wedding venue for any couple looking to add a touch of romance and enchantment to their special day. The natural beauty, attentive staff, and overall ambiance make it a photographer's dream location. JLeigh Photography can't wait to capture more love stories at this magical place in the future.
Johanna
Johanna T. Sent on 04/02/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning!!

This location makes for a spectacular wedding venue!! Our wedding turned out more beautiful than we could have ever imagined! The management is very professional, communicative, friendly and organized. Thanks again for having us!
Adrianne
Adrianne Sent on 12/13/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect setting for our Nov wedding

Santa Margarita Ranch will definitely not disappoint, especially for history buffs and for those that love the beauty of simplicity. Santa Margarita Ranch was our one and only vendor choice for our venue, we knew that it was the perfect setting for our wedding and never looked back! There is so much natural beauty on this ranch and so many of our guests talked about how amazing of a venue it was and how it was nothing like they had ever experienced before. We loved being able to utilize so many different areas of the ranch and the staff was so incredible. Oh, and as far as a setting for pictures, it’s simply the best. Do yourself a favor and book with Santa Margarita Ranch and you will be just as fulfilled as we are.
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Awards

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Professional Network & Endorsements

6 Endorsements
David Pascolla Photography David Pascolla Photography Wedding Photographers

One of my favorite Ranch settings on the Central Coast. Endless photographic opportunities, amazing light, stunning backdrops and an all around top notch site.

Kramer Events Kramer Events Wedding DJs

Santa Margarita Ranch is such an awesome venue. From the lawn for the ceremony to the gorgeous barn... And how fun is the train!? Santa Margarita Ranch is a great large venue with so much charm and history. The venue managers are also extremely on top of things, and very easy to work with. Thank you for being an A+ venue on the Central Coast!

Allyson Magda Photography Allyson Magda Photography Wedding Photographers

Santa Margarita Ranch! One of our favorite venues in the state of California, a true GEM....and we work all over the state on a regular basis. I feel fortunate to have worked at this venue for so many years, since they began doing weddings. The improvements made in the property over the years have not only been beautiful, but help events to run smooth. This truly is a unique venue, you should visit in person! Destini and Allison (on site coordinators) are a joy to work with! Allyson Magda Photography 805.459.2704

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Santa Margarita Ranch frequently asked questions

Santa Margarita Ranch includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Parking
  • Set Up
The space offered by Santa Margarita Ranch for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
Santa Margarita Ranch offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Santa Margarita Ranch offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Santa Margarita Ranch offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
Santa Margarita Ranch is recommended by 93% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.6 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.7 in professionalism, 4.6 in average response time, 4.6 in value and 4.5 in flexibility.

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