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Bernardus Lodge & Spa is a classic wedding venue in Carmel Valley, California. It offers a panoramic view of the Santa Lucia Mountains and vineyards. The venue is a 90-minute drive from the San Jose International Airport (SJC) and 15 minutes from Carmel-by-the-Sea. Couples and guests can have their dream wedding in a sun-dappled rose garden overlooking magnificent mountains and lush vineyards.

Facilities and Equipment
Couples can host up to 200 guests at the venue's classic wedding pavilion, ballroom, and other sites. The venue has 73 luxurious guestrooms and villas, with stone fireplaces, feather beds, and a complimentary wine bar and butler's pantry. The green, sprawling wedding garden offers a backdrop of majestic oak trees, lavender, roses, organic gardens, and beautiful views of Carmel Valley and the Santa Lucia Mountains. The 2,160-square-foot Meritage Ballroom is ideal for weddings, receptions, outdoor cocktail parties, and banquets. The venue's wedding professionals customize all aspects of a wedding to a couple’s preferences.

Services Offered
Bernardus Lodge & Spa provides various services for wedding events such as bridal showers, engagement parties, ceremonies, and receptions. Its services include:

  • Accommodations
  • Bar services
  • Event planning
  • Lighting/sound
  • Set up
  • Clean up

Other Services
Aside from wedding events, the venue offers several outdoor fun activities, such as bocce, croquet, hiking and horseback riding, wine tasting, kayaking, whale watching, and deep-sea fishing in Monterey Bay.

What You'll Love About Bernardus Lodge & Spa

Couples who tied the knot at this stunning location rave about the dreamy ceremony setup and beautiful charm featured throughout. They especially appreciated the helpful and accommodating staff, who were quick to respond and answer any questions. Have a look through the photo gallery to envision your wedding in this picturesque setting.

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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?

$5,000

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

$5,000

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

Yes

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

$5,000

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

$5,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$70

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Champagne Toast
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

8

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Garden
Hotel
Winery

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
December

Reviews of Bernardus Lodge & Spa

Jason
Jason Sent on 10/20/2024
4.8 out of 5 rating

An Amazing Wedding Venue

My wife and I had our wedding at Bernardus Lodge last month, and it was wonderful. The venue itself is breathtaking with a picturesque landscape that provided a perfect backdrop for our ceremony in their Rose Garden. The mountains and vineyard views added a touch of the natural beauty that we were looking for.

The service was outstanding from start to finish. Every staff member we encountered was attentive and ensured our guests were well taken care of throughout the event. They even provided sun umbrellas to our guests during our ceremony! Special thanks to Briana, who helped with coordination and making sure that everything ran smoothly. Her experience with weddings at Bernardus Lodge took a lot of the stress off our shoulders, allowing us to truly enjoy our day.

Finally, the suite we stayed in at Bernardus Lodge was spacious, luxurious, and designed with comfort in mind. Our stay was as memorable as the event itself and we can’t recommend Bernardus Lodge enough for anyone looking for a wedding venue.
Melissa
Melissa Sent on 04/29/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Heavenly in every way.

Bernardus Lodge and Spa was an unforgettable and beautiful
Experience. All our guests loved it. But more importantly, the venue created such an intimate feeling amongst our guests. We were married in the Rose Garden and the beauty of that day will live in our hearts forever. The staff (especially Nicole Cabantes) were outstanding in helping us create a wedding we will continue to love for the rest of our lives. I am writing this five YEARS later and I am filled with gratitude.
Katie
Katie Sent on 11/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional Wedding Location and Team

Bernardus Lodge was a dream wedding destination! Stacey and the entire Bernardus staff went above and beyond to make our wedding wonderful for our family and friends. Our family and friends are still raving about the food, wine, garden, and staff. Many of our family and friends also stayed at Bernardus and loved it - especially the pool and dining!

Stacey is so responsive, organized, and kind. She always had an answer to our questions and personalized the entire experience for us. We didn't worry about a thing on our wedding day thanks to Stacey. We highly recommend choosing Bernardus for your wedding! It was perfect!
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Awards

25
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

8 Endorsements
Life Celebrations Life Celebrations Wedding Officiants

Bernardus Lodge is one of my favorite venues for a wedding or vow renewal. Their wedding site is beautiful surrounded by vineyards and gardens with roses and fountains. The wedding party stands on a raised platform so everyone is able to see and hear the ceremony well. And the people who work there, from the guys who greet you when you arrive to everyone in the Lodge, are dedicated to customer service. Bernardus is a gem to be treasured!

Collezione Fortuna Fashion Boutique and Bridals Collezione Fortuna Fashion Boutique and Bridals Wedding Dresses

I have had many Brides have their wedding at Bernardus Lodge and have attended weddings there myself. It's an amazing place, professional staff, and you won't be disappointed. My son also has his wedding here. Cathy Montante, Collezione Fortuna Fashion Boutique and Bridals, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921, www.collezionefortuna.com

A Sparkling Event A Sparkling Event Wedding Planners

This is one of my most favorite venues. It is so beautiful and the staff takes such great care of all my clients. Working with their professional, friendly, and knowledgeable coordinators makes the day go smooth. Their new guest rooms and remodel make the property amazing. Don't forget to enjoy their spa!

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Bernardus Lodge & Spa frequently asked questions

Bernardus Lodge & Spa includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Bernardus Lodge & Spa includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Bernardus Lodge & Spa includes:
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Bernardus Lodge & Spa for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Garden
  • Hotel
  • Winery
Bernardus Lodge & Spa offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Bernardus Lodge & Spa offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Bernardus Lodge & Spa offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Bernardus Lodge & Spa offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Bernardus Lodge & Spa is recommended by 95% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.6 in average response time and 4.6 in value.

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