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Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa is a stylish wedding venue located in Rancho Santa Fe, California. Combining luxury with rustic charm, this setting offers 45 acres of grounds where you can make your dreams come to life. The ranch welcomes intimate gatherings and grand celebrations for every stage of your wedding journey, from engagement party to reception. Elopements can also be held here.

Facilities and Capacity

Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa offers both indoor and outdoor event spaces for to-be-weds to choose from. The Croquet Lawn, with 8,400 square feet of event space, can comfortably accommodate up to 500 guests. The lawn is dotted with palm trees and California Live Oak, with beds of hibiscus and bougainvillea adding pops of color. This space can be tented for protection from the elements, but couples are also free to celebrate in the open air. The Sunrise Room & Terrace, with a maximum capacity of 220 guests, offers a private courtyard setting for ceremonies. A fountain, tiled floors, and flower-covered trellises all combine to create a romantic space for your milestone. The Rose Garden is another outdoor setting, inviting more intimate gatherings. This space has a maximum capacity of 60 guests, and can also be used as a backdrop for photos. The final outdoor setting, the Valencia Lawn, can comfortably accommodate events with up to 300 attendees. The lush grass is surrounded by coral trees and greenery, perfect for to-be-weds who have envisioned a garden wedding. Indoors, couples can commemorate their milestone in the Terrace Ballroom & Patio. French doors open the ballroom onto a picturesque terrace, creating enough space for 200 guests. The 2,000 square foot space invites all manner of floor plans and lighting options.

Services Offered

Couples who are hosting their celebrations at Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa are supported by a dedicated wedding specialist. They work hard to understand your vision and look after every last detail to help give you a day you'll remember forever.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes

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

Yes

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

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

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

8

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Hotel
Resort
Restaurant

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
Get Ready Rooms
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

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

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
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?

May
June
July
August
September
October
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Reviews of Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
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4.9/5 4 reviews
Google
4.8/5 584 reviews
User2494397 Sent on 01/05/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We had our wedding at RV in October 2015 and everything could not have gone more perfectly. The venue is absolutely STUNNING and the staff and service was impeccable. The quality of the food surpassed any wedding we have been at, and they were beyond accommodating with specific requests. For example, 2 family members had food allergies and they went above and beyond to prepare a delicious meal that suite their needs. Our guests have been remarking for weeks about how impressed they were - this is truly a 5-star resort. Our catering manager, Erica, was truly one of our best vendors and was so helpful from start to finish during the planning process. If we could do it all over again, we most definitely would! In fact, the rooms are so stunning that we plan to return for our 1-year anniversary. :-)

On another note - I read somewhere a bad review about the sound quality for outdoor weddings on the croquet lawn, and I want to dismiss those rumors. We had a 9-piece band perform and the quality and volume was perfect. No concerns there! '

Thank you RV for making this the best day of our lives!!
User1044309 Sent on 12/13/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Beautiful resort, very helpful when it came time for planning wedding! excellent food!
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Fiona Sent on 01/26/2016
4.9 out of 5 rating
I was the primary planner for the wedding of my daughter and her fiancé who live very busy lives in Los Angeles. As this was an out of state event for me I needed lots of support and referrals to vendors. Amber Russom was assigned to our event for Rancho Valencia and she could not have been more pleasant and effective to work with. The end result was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. To say it met our high expectations would be an injustice, as it far exceeded them. Having a wedding at Rancho Valencia is not an inexpensive proposition but it was worth every last cent in terms of service provided, ease of preparation, and the ability of the resort to meet so many of our needs without subcontractors. Their list of recommended vendors proved invaluable. We had a delightful time working with the kitchen to prepare a meal that was entirely gluten free and lost nothing in the translation. The sommelier was creative and resourceful finding wines that met our tastes and our budget. The spaces we used within the resort were accommodating and spectacular. Every detail was overseen flawlessly by Amber who was responsive, organized and an absolute delight to work with. We had fun! She was always happy to negotiate on my behalf to help me find the best possible solution for price. And one last thing - where would you rather stay while planning a wedding? I cannot think of a better place than Rancho Valencia. I was excited for every planning trip and wished there could have been more.
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Kelly & Derrick
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24 photos · 04/07/2018
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25 photos · 02/15/2014

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