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Situated just 17 minutes from downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico, DD Ranch Events specializes in indoor/outdoor celebrations such as retreat weddings, private dinners, outdoor ceremonies, and glamping.

DD Ranch is a stunning 27-acre private, gated, magical event and lodging compound just south of Santa Fe and 40 minutes north of Albuquerque. Women owned, our venue is modern, ideally located and is an artistic and nature forward destination which caters to the uniqueness of our clients and guests. All ages and genders welcome!

Facilities and Capacity

Nestled at the foot of scenic Lone Butte, this property was once part of the famous Eaves Movie Ranch, and hundreds of classic westerns were filmed here. Located just off the historic Turquois Trial, DD Ranch has multiple indoor and outdoor gathering and lodging spaces abundant with picturesque vistas. Our buildings include the 3 bed/3 bath Main House, the Bunkhouse, which sleeps 4-6, and doubles as a catering kitchen, The Open, Light-filled Barn and Portals, the One Acre Arena with bar/dj area and our new DOME HOME. Ceremonies and receptions can be held in the temperature-controlled Barn or under a tent if you choose, in the arena.

Services Offered

DD Ranch offers great flexiblity and services allowing you to make your wedding completely unique to you. A Spiritual Gathering for Intension Setting in our DOME HOME, an outdoor barbecue dinner cooked on our oversized irepits, petting the nearby animals - including Buffalo, steer, goats and horses during a special cocktail hour - etc.

Take in the views from every spot. Parking is supplied for up to 175 cars, we include heatlamps, horseshoes, cornhole, sound system, wifi at all locations, and our lodging is luxe. Relax on the patio looking at the expanse and sky, or play cornhole with family and friends. Invite your chosen caterer to prepare your delicious dishes in the commercial kitchen in the Bunkhouse. Finish the night off with a hot chocolate and gourmet s'mores by the fire, as you make new memories with your nearest and dearest. Treat yourself and your loved ones to fabulous overnight accommodations for 12 guests in our home, bunkhouse and up to 50 more glamping under the stars in our luxe glamping tents.

  • LGBTQ+-owned
  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

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

No

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
Lighting/Sound
Parking

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

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

8

Describe your venue:

Farm/Ranch

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
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Dance Floor
Lighting
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

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
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Reviews of DD Ranch Events

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Leslie B. Sent on 10/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Lovely venue!

I was looking for a venue for my son's wedding. He and his fiancée wanted a traditional Hindu wedding with about 115 guests so the venue was key. I came upon DD Ranch and arranged for a visit- Maxine was responsive and totally upbeat. I visited with my son and his fiancée and we knew immediately this was the perfect place! We were able to have a 2 day wedding- Menhdi and Sangeet celebrations Friday afternoon and the wedding ceremony on Saturday. It was a beautiful affair in beautiful surroundings made even more magical by 2 firepits where people could share a quiet cozy moment for a break from the celebratory hubbub taking place in the barn and tent that was set up in the corral. There was room also for games (corn hole, horseshoes, etc.) and just taking a walk on the property to gaze at the stars. It was perfection!!
Olivia
Olivia S. Sent on 08/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Santa Fe Wedding Weekend at DD Ranch

DD Ranch was absolutely wonderful to stay at, we would highly recommend! We held a small intimate wedding at the ranch, down at the barn, with 20 people in attendance. The outdoor space and the barn were exactly what we wanted for our wedding. The barn has multiple large glass doors that allow you to see the beautiful scenery. It also has air conditioning, string lights, and plenty of space for seating and tables. We had a catered, sit-down dinner and it was perfect. The ceremony took place outside, where there were both paved and pebble walkways we used for the aisle. For the reception there were multiple areas on the paved portion around the barn that were perfect. We stayed a total of 4 days at the ranch and the accommodations were perfect. We easily slept 10 people throughout the different rooms. Everything was very clean and well taken care of. The house was well stocked with all of the things you might need during a weekend getaway. The host Maxine was wonderful as well. She was extremely responsive, accommodating, and quick to get things taken care of. She made sure everything was great throughout the weekend and even offered to have someone on site for the wedding to ensure the evening ran smoothly. The online pictures of the property matched perfectly with how everything appeared in person. I cannot recommend DD Ranch highly enough. Everything was fantastic and allowed us and all of our guests to have an unforgettable weekend and celebration.
Trudi
Trudi R. Sent on 11/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Magical event & experience!

If you're looking for an absolutely magical, unique, and unforgettable venue for your wedding, DD Ranch is the place! My husband and I had a vow renewal ceremony there as our original wedding, 30 years ago, was lovely, but never truly "us."

DD Ranch had everything we love: a gorgeous natural setting, totally private, close to Santa Fe, and a creative, flexible venue with different spaces (a barn, fenced-in arena, beautiful home, bunkhouse, etc.) that helped bring our vision to life.

Hats off to the owners, Maxine and Hillary, who went the extra mile for us and our vendors, making the entire experience an absolute delight. (Mother Nature helped, too -- I highly recommend starting your event just prior to "Magic Hour" [sunset] -- it is very aptly named!) My daughter is a rustic romantic like me, and she's got dibs on the next wedding at the DD ;)
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DD Ranch Events frequently asked questions

DD Ranch Events includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
The space offered by DD Ranch Events for wedding events is known for:
  • Farm/Ranch
DD Ranch Events offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
DD Ranch Events offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
DD Ranch Events offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
DD Ranch Events offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Dance Floor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
DD Ranch Events is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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