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Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club is a wedding ceremony and reception venue located in Trabuco Canyon, California. This venue, set in the very center of Orange County, comes complete with inimitable views of dual golf courses and surrounding California nature and a professional team that is determined to satisfy. As such, this venue hosts weddings that are incomparable when it comes to quality and style.

Facilities and Capacity
Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club offers indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception sites. Couples can say their vows in the foreground of descending hills that afford staggering views of trees and greenery. More outdoor celebrations can take place on the waterfall terrace or on a sprawling patio.

The prestigious clubhouse, which occupies an impressive 45,000 square feet of space, overlooks the entire valley and features several private banquet and event rooms. This clubhouse features an expansive staircase, stone-and-glass construction, and a chic lobby that is full of Mission-style furniture.

Indoor receptions can be held in the main dining room, which has a maximum capacity of up to 250 guests. This dining room is attached to a terrace, which makes for an ideal cocktail hour or for general mingling. Additionally, this dining room is simply designed, making it versatile enough to accommodate a variety of themes and preferred color schemes. Walls of windows afford unmatched views of the two surrounding golf courses.

This venue provides a variety of excellent photo opportunities, rich with waterfalls, cascading hills and greenery, and vistas that only the glorious state of California and Orange County can provide. There is also a bridge and a pond at the entrance of the clubhouse, which makes for stunning photographs.

Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club’s amenities include tennis courts, a swimming pool, high-class dining facilities with a peaceful ambience, a rejuvenating spa, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. Private get-ready rooms, including a luxury suite, are available for pre-ceremony preparations.

Services Offered
Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club hosts wedding showers, engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, wedding ceremonies, receptions, and more. This facility comes with a private event director who works directly with every client to ensure each celebration is planned seamlessly.

In addition to an event director, couples can enjoy top-quality services from a professional staff and an executive chef who provides custom menus that are tailored to a variety of budgets and tastes. Full bar services are also available, including house wines, liquors, beers, and signature libations.

An all-inclusive wedding package at this venue provides staples such as tables, chairs, linens, barware, flatware, glassware, and china. Other more general services include:

  • Cleanup
  • Parking
  • Setup
  • Valet
  • Wheelchair access

Membership isn't required to host your wedding with us—everyone, including both members and nonmembers, is welcome to book with us!

  • Black-owned
  • Asian-owned
  • Hispanic or Latinx-owned
  • LGBTQ+-owned
  • Native American-owned
  • Pacific Islander-owned
  • Veteran-owned
  • Woman-owned
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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?

$10,000

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

$10,000

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?

$3,000

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

$3,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$25

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Wine

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

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Country/Golf Club

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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

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

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Drapery
Furniture
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?

March
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
April
December

Reviews of Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club

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Laci Sent on 10/10/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Gina was amazing and so easy to work with. She brings everything you've dreamed of to life, including starting our wedding exactly on time! :) I couldn't have asked for someone more organized and reliable to work with. She takes pride in her job and does everything with a can do attitude. Gina has such a calm demeanor and leaves you feeling calm and relaxed on your wedding day. I would highly recommend having your wedding at Coto and working with Gina!
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Jaime Sent on 02/02/2012
5 out of 5 rating
The venue was everything that I was hoping for AND MORE!!! The location is absolutely beatiful, the food was excellent, and the staff could not be anymore accomodating. I worked with Gina, one of the event coordinators, and she was with me every step of the way. She MADE my wedding a spectacular event, and she couldn't be more fun to work with!!!
Gia
Gia Sent on 01/18/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Sarah Placeres! OMG. Answered questions on the weekends, while she was on vacation, literally anytime I needed her, she was there. Truly this venue is spectacular, but Sarah, the Events Director, was so amazing. She talked down my nerves before walking out of the bridal suite. Sarah grabbed me a drink during the speeches when we were getting roasted by friends and family. She timed the food/cake everything perfectly and made a great impression on my family and bridal party - everyone was comfortable with Sarah. She allowed me to bring additional guests to my tasting and made special accommodations for them. Sarah is the best. Other venues we looked at - no one seemed passionate to help or respond to inquiries. Sarah was always on top of it and every response was genuine and thought out.

This venue is gorgeous. The outside reception space overlooking the golf green below is stunning. All members of the club were so incredibly nice and friendly. We got married in November (outside) and it was a "cool" 73 degrees out. As the sun went down, it was chilly, but we moved into the pavillion and heaters were readily available. People talk about the noise constraints outside - honestly, I didn't notice if the music was turned down or anything. We were partying on the dance floor until 10PM and then moved up to the after hours space. We rented it out until 12PM and honestly, the bartenders kept serving everyone until we left at 1AM! Not a complaint, no one asked us to end it on time, all service and staff were genuinely happy to see my husband and I having the best time of our lives. If I could do it all over again - Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club would still be my number 1 choice!
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Corry Sent on 02/18/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I had my wedding ceremony and reception at the Coto de Caza Golf & Raquet Club. The venue was absolutely perfect for us; we wanted an open outdoor space for our November wedding. The ceremony spot looks over the canyon and offers a beautiful backdrop.The reception was a unique outdoor space that offered gorgeous draping and chandeliers to your preference - it was perfect to have the venue coordinate this for us! BUT the best part about Coto is their all inclusive pricing. We were offered a simple flat rate that included ALL linens, tables, chairs, votives, pillars, plateware, glassware, utensils...the list goes on and on. No one here is sending you a 15 page contract with pressure to ensure you've not overlooked or missed anything. Their pricing structure was just the beginning to all the stress-free planning our venue coordinator, Sarah handled for us. I cannot express HOW great Sarah is to work with. You truly do not need an outside wedding coordinator with Sarah in charge. She is hands on, present for your wedding and reception and involved in all the meticulous details. This is a world class venue; the staff, food, beverages, planning and overall venue ambiance is simply the best in OC!!!!
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User924033 Sent on 09/05/2012
5 out of 5 rating
I cannot say enough glowing things about Coto de Caza.

When my now husband and I first arrived, Sarah Placeres gave us a tour and immediately, we knew that this is where we wanted to get married. Eventually, Gina took over as our Coordinator, and she was a joy and pleasure to work with. If I had to describe my dream wedding in three words, it was classic, elegant, and sweet. And Coto was exactly that.

The ceremony area was beautiful, and included in the wedding package were beverages for all your guests, water by their seats, complimentary valet parking, doormen, and more. Gina was efficient and always on top of things. She made the entire night run SO smoothly.

The cocktail hour is next to the ceremony site, and the passed hors d'ouerves were very very tasty. And the reception area is just stunning. It's outdoors but covered, and there are tent walls that can be let down if needed (but since I got married in the summer, we opted to leave them up). We got the chandelier and toole with lights (so worth it, since it makes is gorgeous), and the food was great.

In all honesty, some friends mentioned that it was their favorite wedding they'd been to. And we have received SO many compliments about how beautiful our wedding and Coto were.

The wedding was a bit on the pricey side, but it was because we had a guest count of almost 220.

I would SO highly recommend Gina and the Coto team and the venue to all brides-to-be.
J
Jaclyn Sent on 04/27/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Coto went above and beyond in making my special day absolutely perfect and stress free! Chantal was always so attentive and continually decreased the stress level every step of the way in the wedding planning process. Everyone was so professional and helpful!
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Priscilla Sent on 12/10/2016
5 out of 5 rating
January Coto had an open house for weddings and my now husband and I wanted to see it. The drive alone into Coto makes it worth every penny because of its beauty. Our coordinator Chantal and Sarah exceeded our expectations of going above and beyond for any service. They kept in contact with me the entire duration of the wedding planning and the outcome was perfection. Although it rained the day of our wedding they had a back up plan prepared days before and made our day so memorable. All our guest raved about the venue and food. I was 100% satisfied with the professionalism of their staff and service during cocktail hour and reception. My husband and I enjoyed every moment of our wedding because we had such an amazing coordinator. Anyone who marries at Coto will not be disappointed.
Danielle
Danielle Sent on 05/29/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best day ever

Our wedding day was perfect, everyone at Coto was responsive, attentive and made our day run absolutely flawlessly. I would recommend Coto as a wedding venue to anyone. I wish we could get married there every weekend!!
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Helene Sent on 04/09/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Gina was amazing to work with and took care of every little detail to create the perfect night! The decor was great, she manage the bridal party and timeline to the second, and the service was outstanding! I would recommend Gina and Coto de Caza Golf and Racquet Club for a wedding hands down!
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Kari Sent on 04/16/2013
5 out of 5 rating
We fell in love with this venue as soon as we saw it online. In person it totally lived up to our expectations. The setting was so beautiful, looking out over the canyon (which has always been a favorite spot of mine). In addition to being our favorite spot it was also one of the most affordable! The food was great and several guests mentioned to me that normally wedding food is so so but ours was really great! While all of the above makes this a wonderful venue, the one thing that stood out was the staff.

Our coordinator was Gina. She was so easy to work with during the entire planning process. I am a planner at heart so she got dozens of emails from me asking questions. She always answered them quickly and pleasantly. During the rehearsal everyone (our wedding party and family) was saying how much they loved Gina! She was organized and treated everyone with respect. On our wedding day our photographers commented to us that they are used to being treated poorly by venues. They told me that Gina and the rest of the staff at the Coto de caza Golf and Racquet club treated them the best they have ever been treated. This meant the world to me! Our day was truly wonderful in large part due to the staff at the Golf and Racquet Club. I would highly recommend this venue to people in the future!
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Professional Network & Endorsements

8 Endorsements
Classic Cuts Mobile DJ Service Classic Cuts Mobile DJ Service Wedding DJs

Coto is a great venue to host your event. Whether it be upstairs or downstairs in the pavillion, your event is sure to be a hit. The staff is amazing and there to take care of you the client without ever making you feel like they are being bothered. The setting is breath taking, inside or outside. The chef always delivers a great meal. If a Country Club setting is your wishful setting then Coto is the place for you.

Frank Salas Photography Frank Salas Photography Wedding Photographers

As a photographer, this wedding venue not only has stunning photo opportunities but their service and staff go above and beyond! You guys are awesome!

Honored Occasions Honored Occasions Wedding DJs

Coto de Caza is one of the hidden gems of Orange County Weddings! They have a couple different options for wedding reception sites and their ceremony site is incredible. Don't let the name "Coto" fool you. They have some of the best values in Orange County for brides. We love working with Sara and Gina and the entire team.

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Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club frequently asked questions

Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Wine
The space offered by Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club for wedding events is known for:
  • Country/Golf Club
Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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