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Retreat to The Farm is now Cavaignac, A Country Estate! A European inspired wedding venue located in Walnut Grove, California. Secluded and surrounded by grand open lawns, these grounds and farm house is the ideal site for a beautiful private celebratiion. A stone’s throw away from the Sacramento River, this venue is great for those who wish to escape the bustle of everyday city life. Here, couples and their guests can immerse themselves within the natural beauty and old world elegance as they rejoice in two families becoming one.

Facilities and Capacity

There are multiple spaces for guests and couples to explore and enjoy as they celebrate the occasion. The farm's open-air and expansive lawns make for intimate and large ceremonies and receptions. Here, you can transform this area to create the celebration you’ve always dreamed of. Including floral arbors, glamorous drapery, and wooden chairs, the farm’s lawn areas can feature every fine detail you desire. Furthermore, these lawn spaces can host large receptions that run long into the night. For those looking to make the most of The Golden State’s glorious weather, these areas are exposed to the sun throughout the day. They also have ample space for tents, live entertainment, a dance floor, and more. Adjacent to the farmhouse, a large pond makes for fabulous photo opportunities or ceremonies that overlook this natural centerpiece. Additional facilities include a cozy outside fire pit, man-made sand beaches, and an old-world farmhouse.

Accommodation

Retreat to The Farm offers farmhouse accommodations for up to 16 guests. The Cello Suite is the largest and most luxurious guest room in the farmhouse. This luxurious suite features a queen-size bed, a fireplace, a desk, and a bathroom featuring a dark African slate tub with two showerheads. What’s more, this relaxing room offers vistas of the main channel of the Sacramento River. There are two additional private bedrooms each with a queen bed. The farm studio features one full-sized bed and two single beds, and a shared bathroom. The third-floor bunk room has several bunk beds, a queen bed, and a shared bathroom.

Services Offered

The Farm is suitable for all types of ceremonies, receptions, engagement parties, elopements, showers, and rehearsal dinners. Upon booking, you are given complete license to transform any space into a setting that effortlessly portrays your style and personality. The staff at this property allows you to work with outside vendors to help plan and finalize all of your preparations. The site also comes equipped with substantial overhead lighting for outdoor use during your event.

History

This old world European style venue is owned by Robyn Brown and run by husband-wife duo, Leila Burrows and Brendan Mooney. These professionals are dedicated to providing outstanding hospitality - hosting gorgeous and memorable weddings, retreats, and other special events. The Brown family came to the area at the height of California’s gold rush. Robyn and Leila are 5th and 6th generation descendants.

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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?

$12,995

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

$9,995

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?

$12,995

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

$8,995

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Tables

Reviews of Cavaignac, A Country Estate

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Cavaignac is consistently praised by wedding couples for its stunning European charm, natural beauty, and expansive landscape, creating a magical and fairy tale-like atmosphere. The venue's flexibility in allowing liquor and vendor selection, along with assistance from the attentive owner Leila, her husband Brendan, and property manager Josh, contribute to seamless event execution. Guests appreciate the elegance, privacy, and customizable experience provided by Cavaignac, making it a highly recommended choice for couples seeking an unforgettable and unique wedding venue.

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Cavaignac is consistently praised by wedding couples for its stunning European charm, natural beauty, and expansive landscape, creating a magical and fairy tale-like atmosphere. The venue's flexibility in allowing liquor and vendor selection, along with assistance from the attentive owner Leila, her husband Brendan, and property manager Josh, contribute to seamless event execution. Guests appreciate the elegance, privacy, and customizable experience provided by Cavaignac, making it a highly recommended choice for couples seeking an unforgettable and unique wedding venue.

Gwendolyn
Gwendolyn Sent on 03/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding Venue

My husband Will and I had a great wedding experience at Cavaignac from start to finish.

We both work in the wedding industry and have had the opportunity to see and work at many beautiful venues. That said, Cavaignac immediately stood out to us. From our initial tour with the lovely owner, Leila, we were taken not only by the beauty of the property but also by the warmth it exudes. While there are many stunning venues out there, what makes Cavaignac truly special is the feeling you get being there. You can genuinely feel the history and love that comes from it being a multi-generational family home, and that feeling ultimately made it an easy decision for us to choose it as the place to get married.
 
In the lead up to our wedding, Leila and Josh (property manager) were extremely helpful in answering our questions and facilitating vendor access. This really made it easy for the coordination and planning to come together.
 
The property manager Josh (super nice and easy to work with!) was on-site throughout our wedding and helped everything run as smoothly as possible. It was so fun to hear from our guests how incredible they thought the property was and how they felt they were in Europe. We also stayed in the house both Friday and Saturday night, which was very comfortable and perfect for us!

Overall, we had an unbeatable experience at Cavaignac and can’t recommend it enough. Thank you so much to Leila, Josh and the whole team at Cavaignac for helping make our wedding weekend so memorable.
Kayla
Kayla Sent on 01/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

An unforgettable experience!

From the moment my husband and I drove through the tree lined driveway onto the grounds of Cavaignac, we knew we had found something truly special. Cavaignac exudes an old-world European charm that transported us to another time and place.

One of the biggest highlights for us was the ability to rent the entire estate for the whole weekend. It allowed us to create an intimate experience for our loved ones, starting with the rehearsal dinner and culminating in the wedding day itself. The property is expansive and beautifully landscaped, with so many charming nooks and crannies to explore. Our guests felt like they were on a getaway, and it truly added to the magic of the celebration.

What truly sets Cavaignac apart is the incredible team. Leila, the owner, was an absolute joy to work with from our very first tour. Her warmth, responsiveness, and genuine desire to make our vision a reality made the the decision to choose Cavaignac easy. On the wedding weekend itself, her husband Brendan and their colleague Josh took the reins as venue managers, ensuring that everything ran seamlessly. They were both incredibly attentive, friendly, and helpful, going above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect. You could tell they genuinely cared about our happiness and the success of our event.

Because Cavaignac allows you to bring in your own vendors (and they also provide a great list of preferred vendors), it offers a unique and customizable experience for your wedding, allowing you to make it your own. When we faced an unexpected need to adjust our cocktail hour location, Leila was incredibly accommodating. She listened to our ideas, offered helpful suggestions, and worked with us to create a new layout that was even better than we had originally envisioned.

If you're looking for a wedding venue that offers privacy, intimacy, exceptional service, and an unforgettable experience, look no further than Cavaignac. This family-run estate is a hidden gem, and we wholeheartedly recommend it to any couple seeking a wedding that is as unique and special as their love story. We are eternally grateful to Leila, Brendan, and Josh for making our wedding weekend an absolute dream come true!
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Brittney Sent on 01/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best venue ever!

Where to begin! From the moment we even set up a tour The Burrows were nothing but amazing. The venue is flexible, beautiful and truly it can be the day you truly dream of.
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Caroline Sent on 11/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A Dream Come True

Words simply cannot describe how beautiful Cavaignac- A Country Estate is. The pond, tree lined driveway, home (truly every part) is incredible. We could not have asked for a better wedding venue. It allowed for many options and provided a destination feel without going too far from Sacramento! Getting ready with my bridesmaids at the venue was so convenient as we were able to avoid travel and avoided extra stress. Leila, the venue director, is AMAZING to work with. Thank you for making our wedding dreams come true!
Anna
Anna Sent on 11/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A Rainy Day Won't Keep Us Away

My team had the privilege and joy of coordinating a wedding at Cavaignac Estate on 4/13/24 and was thrilled with the service Leila and her husband Brendan provided. They were extremely responsive and communicative throughout the entire planning process, answering all of my silly little questions and hashing through logistics and lighting with me. They also diligently monitored the weather in the weeks leading up to our event and warned us of a change just in time to un-cancel our tent! Wedding day was much more cold and rainy than originally anticipated but the Cavaignac staff was onsite to assist guests around the property.

I was stunned with how gorgeous the place was, and the rain somehow made it even more romantic and magical. From a logistical standpoint I'd aim for a date with a bit more sun, but even if your day does get a little rain, Leila and Brendan will do their best to make sure your day is as beautiful as possible.
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Cheryl Sent on 10/24/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Gorgeous Venue!

I am still in awe of this venue whenever I look back at our wedding pictures. We loved everything about Retreat to the Farm. I had stumbled upon RTTF on Instagram and upon our first tour, we knew it was the one. We got married this past May, and it was the perfect time because all the flowers around the venue had bloomed and we were fortunate with the weather. It is a very well-maintained property and our guests still rave about the venue to this day.

Working with Leila throughout the planning process was an absolute joy, and we can't thank her and her staff enough for their professionalism and the seamless execution of our special day. The venue's location was easy for our guests to find, and it was conveniently close to the Bay Area, allowing most of them to drive back home after the wedding.

This was truly the venue of our dreams and exceeded all our expectations. We feel incredibly fortunate to have celebrated our special day in such a beautiful place.
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Lauren Sent on 09/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The absolute best

From touring the venue to wedding day, the owners of Retreat to the Farm were absolutely amazing. Leila and her husband made our wedding SO special. The were great at communicating and provided everything that was promised and more. The property was everything I’ve always dreamed of for my wedding and guest still talk about how beautiful it was. It felt like something out of a movie! I cannot recommend this venue and these owners enough!
Shannon
Shannon Sent on 11/09/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Wedding Venue

This venue was fantastic! The owner was so easy to work with and was great at accommodating request. My guest cannot stop talking about how gorgeous my wedding venue was. What I loved so much is we were able to have it for the whole weekend. Do our rehearsal the night before with some pretty set up, then the wedding the next day and had time to relax and not rush, and then the next day time to pack up and load everything. Loved this place so much!
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Claudia Sent on 09/07/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding of our dreams!

We couldn't be happier to have our wedding at this beautiful and magical place. Working with Leila was absolutely amazing. She was so helpful and professional. All of our guests were amazed by such a beautiful venue!
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Vladinna Sent on 09/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Review of Retreat to the Farm

Wanted to say a huge thank you for everything! We loved your venue so much and all of our guests were amazed too. It truly made our wedding so perfect. Thank you so much for being so easygoing and understanding. We had such a great time working with you and the team. There’s not a thing I can remember that was lacking because everything was truly perfect. Retreat to the farm exceeded our expectations fully! The venue was even more beautiful than we can ever dream about and how our assistance with everything made the day so smooth. Thank you once again.
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