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Jonna and Reid Kitchen
Jonna and Reid Kitchen
Site Managers

Woman-owned

21 years in business

We speak English

Small team (2-10 members)

Swallow Creek Ranch voted "GOLD Wedding Venue - 2026 Best of the Central Coast", is an active cattle ranch and the only wedding venue on the Central Coast that offers spectacular ocean views and a historic barn. Couples will have access to our venue all weekend from Friday - Sunday for a relaxed affair. We will provide the blank canvas for the day and you will create your dream wedding image. We are located just off highway 1 near Cayucos, California, a popular beach town.

Facilities and Capacity

At Swallow Creek Ranch, we offer various wedding packages to accommodate different-sized events and budgets. Our "Deluxe Wedding Package" costs $12,850 and is available for weddings of up to 250 guests between May - October. Our "Intimate Wedding Package" costs $10,000 is available on a limited basis for up to 75 guests between June - August only. A $500 refundable damage deposit plus a $300 non-refundable cleaning fee will apply to either package.

Both packages allow couples to choose between two of our spectacular ocean-view ceremony sites. Sea View Meadow's magical creekside location sits alongside a eucalyptus grove and garden path that captures views of the sea. The Hilltop Amphitheatre overlooks the coastal terraces of Estero Bluffs State Park. Your reception space for the night is an enchanting, historic (built in the 1860's) blue dairy barn. The vintage creamery turned wedding suite and 1969 Airstream trailer provides two unique, charming spaces for our couples to prepare for their special day. Celebrate your special day with us, whether a small elopement or a grand affair.

Services Offered

Our amenities include the following:

  • Indoor reception in the barn - w/ tables &chairs for 200 guests, drapery, lighting, bar, 4 heaters & 3 restrooms (1 ADA)
  • Two "getting ready" spaces - A vintage wedding suite & 1969 Airstream trailer
  • Choice of 2 ocean view ceremony sites - SeaView Meadow or Hilltop Amphitheatre
  • Rustic bench seating available for Sea View Meadow or the barnyard
  • Cocktail hour in the barnyard including - 5 wine barrels, 3 umbrellas, 2 patio heaters,a mobile bar & bistro lighting
  • Two site managers and parking attendants
  • Other miscellaneous ranch decor including - 1 farm table & 2 spool tables
  • Portable arch ($300 set up fee)
  • Onsite rehearsal dinner for up to 50 guests w/ use of table & chairs (add'l $400 fee)

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FAQ

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?

$12,850

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

$12,850

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?

$12,850

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

$12,850

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Lighting/Sound
Parking

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Barn
Beach
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Drapery
Lighting
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

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
December

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Reviews of Swallow Creek Ranch

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Swallow Creek Ranch is highly praised as a magical and breathtaking coastal wedding venue with stunning views and beautiful surroundings like the eucalyptus grove and blue barn. Multiple reviewers appreciated the professionalism and friendliness of the staff, particularly Jonna and Reid, who went above and beyond to ensure a successful wedding weekend. The venue's sustainable practices, well-curated vendors, and inclusive packages including chairs for ceremonies and receptions were also highlighted as major positives, making it a top choice for couples seeking a romantic and intimate wedding location in Cayucos.

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Swallow Creek Ranch is highly praised as a magical and breathtaking coastal wedding venue with stunning views and beautiful surroundings like the eucalyptus grove and blue barn. Multiple reviewers appreciated the professionalism and friendliness of the staff, particularly Jonna and Reid, who went above and beyond to ensure a successful wedding weekend. The venue's sustainable practices, well-curated vendors, and inclusive packages including chairs for ceremonies and receptions were also highlighted as major positives, making it a top choice for couples seeking a romantic and intimate wedding location in Cayucos.

Weddingwire
5.0/5 35 reviews
Google
4.9/5 86 reviews
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 09/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Gorgeous Slice of Central Coast!!

I don't know where to even start, Swallow Creek was the venue of our dreams. It was the first venue we visited and from the moment we made it to the Hill Top Ceremony lookout + the barn, we knew this was our venue. It is the perfect mix of coastal country and we felt it represented us as a couple perfectly! I would highly take advantage of the hill top ceremony, the view is undoubtedly gorgeous, our guests loved it! Since we had our ceremony up on the hill we were able to take advantage of doing our rehearsal dinner in the Seaview Meadow, which was so perfect and intimate. For the day of, the boys got ready up at the vintage airstream, it felt like the perfect guy hangout spot with roaming views of the coast. While the girls got ready in the cutest bridal suit, you really get to take advantage of every bit of this gorgeous venue, all weekend long too!

Jonna and Reid were the BIGGEST help on our wedding day, you don't even know it, but they work their butts off to ensure everything is in place, guests know where to go for parking, to helping us clean up a bit. Jonna was so responsive during our planning process with all my questions and concerns, she put me at ease. They have the best vendor recommendations which makes vetting vendors so much easier, they are the professionals, so definitely take their advice.
B
Brittany Sent on 11/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Location, Top-Notch Service—Highly Recommend!

Swallow Creek Ranch is an amazing venue! We fell in love with the location, where we could feel the fresh ocean breeze and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. We had our ceremony on the hilltop, with a stunning view of the ocean. Our guests absolutely loved it! The service and professionalism were top-notch. They even went above and beyond by arranging a sign language interpreter to communicate with us, which truly impressed us—it's something we rarely experience!
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 11/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding Come True

From start to finish Jonna and Reid were incredibly helpful in helping to make our dream wedding come true. Swallow Creek Ranch serves as a breathtaking backdrop for a day of love. We even had the cows oversee our entire ceremony, which was really special. This place will remain a very important part of our story.
Audrey
Audrey Sent on 11/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Gorgeous Venue, Friendly Staff!

This venue is absolutely beautiful. From the gorgeous views to the friendly staff, everything is A pluses all the way around. We absolutely LOVE working at this venue with Mixed Events and highly recommend securing a walk thru visit/booking them!
Lacey
Lacey Sent on 11/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Best!!

Swallow Creek Ranch is a magical wedding venue! The views of the Pacific are unbelievable. The barn and eucalyptus grove is welcoming and romantic.
The care and attention to detail from the staff is unmatched. Everyone is so friendly, professional and go above and beyond to make your wedding weekend a success! Swallow Creek Ranch is the best!
Greg
Greg Sent on 11/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best of the coast

If you're looking for a coastal wedding venue, Swallow Creek should be at the top of your list. Once we visited the site, we quickly realized there's no other like it in the area. The planning process went smoothly thanks to Jonna who is extremely professional and communicative. The venue's curated vendor list was excellent and Jonna worked with us to bring in a new band we wanted to have for big day. Wedding day at the Sea View Meadow went without a hitch thanks to Jonna and Reid and the place showed as well in pictures as it did in-person. Wouldn't change a thing.
A
Arianna Sent on 11/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Truly a DREAM venue!

Where do we even start? This venue is MAGIC and so are the wonderful souls who care for it. We are beyond grateful that we got married at Swallow Creek Ranch and were able to celebrate one of the most special moments of our lives there. The first time we visited, we knew we found a gem. From the views of rolling hills of the hilltop to the beauty of Seaview Meadow, the intimacy of the blue barn, and everything in between.

The day we got married, we were surrounded by nature’s best: endless wildflowers, eucalyptus and cypress trees, birds chirping, and the distant glow of the ocean in the background. The party continued in the magical blue barn, spacious yet intimate and perfectly suited for every moment of the reception. From first dances to dinner all the way through to an incredible dance party. The energy of this place is so special and we will cherish it forever. We can’t wait to visit whenever we are in town :)

Beyond the beauty of this venue, Jonna and Reid made us and our guests feel like family! We are so grateful for their kindness, generosity and support. They were so helpful in guiding us as we crafted a wedding that felt like us. Plus, they are a sustainable venue and the package provides so many benefits, including ceremony & reception chairs. There’s SO much more we could say but if you’re reading this review and engaged, get yourself to Cayucos and visit Swallow Creek Ranch
Kara
Kara Sent on 10/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing and Unique Venue on California Coast

I had such an unbelievably good experience having my wedding at Swallow Creek Ranch. I absolutely cannot say enough good things about Jonna, her husband Reid, and really the whole team at Swallow Creek. I picked this venue for two reasons: 1) the view from the hilltop for the ceremony and 2) after meeting Jonna I thought she would be really great to work with. Man was I right! This venue offers a truly unique ceremony spot at the hilltop with views of the ocean that will treat you to amazing photos and your guests to a great experience. Jonna and her team have this venue working like a well oiled machine and I never once had an ounce of doubt about whether my wedding would play out the way I wanted. Jonna is an amazing host with great knowledge of logistics and it's obvious she truly cares about each of her client's having a wonderful wedding experience. If you're looking for a truly unique wedding venue that'll give you beautiful coastal pictures and if run by amazing staff, look no further than Swallow Creek. If you're a bride in the beginning stages of wedding venue shopping, let me do you a favor and end your search here. Swallow Creek is the best place, you really will not be disappointed!
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 05/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

BEST VENUE on the Central Coast!

If you are looking for rustic charm with ocean views, look no further than Swallow Creek Ranch! My husband and I were married in their Seaview Meadow this past weekend, which looked beautiful with the blooming flowers/plants amidst the eucalyptus trees and partial ocean view behind the arbor. We were able to take sunset photos at their Hilltop ceremony site, and the photos are TO DIE FOR! The venue managers and owners were professional, flexible, wonderful, and so easy to work with. This venue is also very dedicated to sustainability/eco-friendly practices to ensure minimal waste is created. Additionally, we were able to have access to the venue for the whole weekend, which made set-up and break-down much less stressful than other venues in the area. This allowed us to host a large rehearsal dinner at the venue for a fraction of the cost elsewhere. Their wedding package includes so many extra elements (tables, seating, draping, etc.) that saved us thousands. I cannot say enough nice things about this venue, and the photos speak for themselves!!! Get married here!!!
T
Tessa Sent on 09/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful location

We loved working with the team at Swallow Creek Ranch! They were super helpful, kind, and caring. The venue is absolutely stunning and one-of-a-kind!
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Swallow Creek Ranch frequently asked questions

Swallow Creek Ranch includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
The space offered by Swallow Creek Ranch for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Beach
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
Swallow Creek Ranch offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Swallow Creek Ranch offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Swallow Creek Ranch offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Swallow Creek Ranch offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Drapery
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Swallow Creek Ranch 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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