Tanque Verde Guest Ranch is a rustic wedding venue located in Tucson, Arizona. Couples and their guests will experience the beauty of the Rincon and Santa Catalina Mountains on this picturesque property. They boast 640 acres of beautiful desert, and multiple indoor and outdoor sites for both your ceremony and reception. Tanque Verde Guest Ranch can't wait to bring your unique vision to life.
Facilities and Capacity Couples can accommodate up to 300 guests at this outdoorsy venue. They offer multiple event spaces to choose from, which include:
The Barn. Nestled among the base of the Rincon Mountains and rolling foothills of the National Saguaro State Park, The Barn promises stunning views and sunsets for everyone. This new venue will provide substantial space for up to 300 guests at a time. Utilize The Barn’s many features such as the exterior event lawn, the rustic bar, the massive dining room with panoramic sliding doors, and more to create an unforgettable experience. The exterior lawn has the capability of hosting just as many tables and seating as the interior.
This new venue caters to the high demand for rustic and modern venue settings for meetings, weddings, and events by its southwest, equestrian touch. The Barn is currently taking reservations for the end of 2020 and into 2022. Become one of the first to experience Tucson’s newest and most outstanding venues.
Rincon Terrace - this outdoor venue is perfect for your ceremony or cocktail hour. Your guests will experience gorgeous views of the Saguaro Forest and the Rincon Mountain Range as you say your “I do’s.”
Front Lawn - a lush and spacious lawn that is the perfect spot for you and your spouse to exchange your vows. Towering trees, unique cacti and a horse corral will serve as your backdrop.
Cactus View - features a large wood deck, a lush green lawn and a canopy of mesquite trees strung with romantic lights. It can be used for your ceremony or reception.
Cottonwood Grove - is perfect for a casual affair. It features a natural wood deck, dance floor, picnic tables and a fire pit. A wood burning stove, a chuck wagon bar and a mesquite grill are nearby.
Desert View Terrace - this 4,480-square-foot outdoor space is ideal for grand affairs. A tranquil rock waterfall and beautiful mountain views will entice your guests as you dance the night away.
Saguaro Room - boasts a natural stone fireplace, a rustic wood mantle, 18-foot ceilings, Southwest chandeliers and an adjoining flagstone-lined patio.
Services Offered This full-service venue offers an experienced event staff to make sure your planning process goes smoothly from start to finish. They'll help you select a wedding planner, and assist you with menu selections, entertainment, accommodations and more. Each couple will have access to their Bridal Suite and Groom’s Room to get ready in. Tables and chairs are included with their rental fee, along with setup and cleanup. They offer overnight lodging for your guests, as well as plenty of parking. Additional services include:
In-house caterer
In-house bar
Event rentals
Wireless Internet
Shuttle
China
Glassware
Flatware
Barware
Linens
Other Services Tanque Verde Guest Ranch offers multiple sites on their expansive property for you and your spouse to take unforgettable pictures. These sites include Mesquite Arch, Old Homestead and Lake Corchran. In addition to hosting your wedding, they're also happy to host your rehearsal dinner. Additional events include:
Thank you again to Nicole and Team for pulling together our wedding during 2020. They were amazing about working with us as plans changed and our guest count had to be reduced. We got to have the Brunch wedding we always wanted with incredible food. They were able to re-create everything we had hoped for while allowing for our families to stay safe and healthy.
I could not be happier with my wedding experience, and I am thankful for Sarah and the Tanque Verde Ranch team for helping it be that way. Sarah's accountability and organization made my wedding planning and execution exactly what I wanted it to be while minimizing any stress, She makes the planning another fun event in the wedding process and makes me as a bride just enjoy the ride.
The venue itself was surreal in its beauty. We had multiple people tell us the backdrop of cactus view (where we had the ceremony) almost looked fake it was so beautiful. We were able to incorporate the incredible Tucson desert on our day and had the most lovely photos. The ceremony and reception felt intimate, though not at all cramped, as we have experienced in other wedding venues, The food was fantastic and the prickly pear margaritas were definitely my favorite. All in all, I could not be more happy with this fantastic venue.
Sent on 03/14/2020
Mondi
· Married on 11/16/2019
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Truly the most magical!
We got married at TVR in November and couldn't be more thrilled with our choice. We knew right away it was the perfect venue for us - elegant with an incredible desert setting. We can't stress enough how glad we are we picked TVR; they truly understand hospitality and event production and went above and beyond to make our wedding an event we were proud to host for guests from all over the country and world.
Sarah Lee was AMAZING to work with. For over a year we corresponded mostly by phone and email as we live out of state. She made the planning process easy even from afar but most importantly her attention to every detail that I would have never thought of was tremendous. I felt so secure even up to the day of knowing she had thought of and planned for everything. The entire staff who helped with our wedding were all incredibly helpful, kind and knew exactly what to do and when. Our guests were very complimentary of everyone at TVR they interacted with, including the servers and bar staff, who exuded genuine hospitality. My husband and I stayed at the Ranch for several days after our wedding and pretty much everyone on staff continued to make us feel like we were incredibly special.
I could go on - but to summarize we absolutely love TVR - it's a special and magical place that has a real sense of place and history, and an incredible staff to execute your wedding to perfection.
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?
$ 3500.00
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$ 1750.00
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?
$ 3500.00
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?
$ 1500.00
Which of the following are included in starting site fee?
Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
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?
$ 8.50
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Wine
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
10
Describe your venue:
Barn
Farm/Ranch
Historic Building
Inn/B&B
Resort
What kind of settings are available?
Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor
Scenic Views
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
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Set Up
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
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine
What event items are available?
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Tables
What food and beverage items are available?
Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
What transportation and access is available?
Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access
What months are included in your peak season?
January
February
March
April
May
September
October
November
December
What months are included in your off-peak season?
June
July
August
Team of Tanque Verde Ranch
Sarah
Sales Manager
Sarah brightens every room with her contagious smile and positive energy. She got her start in event planning back in 2003 at Brunswick Bowling Center in Tucson before starting her dream job at Tanque Verde Ranch in 2015. An expert planner, Sarah has worked over 160 weddings at the Ranch and receives rave reviews from all her couples. When she’s not at the Ranch, you can find Sarah spending time with her four children, two dogs and loving husband.
Favorite Wedding Moment: When the father of the bride sees his daughter for the first time – whether it’s a father/daughter first look or when he greets her before their walk down the aisle.
Favorite Ranch Activity: Breakfast Ride to the Old Homestead
Favorite Wedding Movie: The Wedding Singer with Adam Sandler
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Nicole
Sales Manager
Nicole loves to plan, whether it’s a wedding, corporate event or vacation. She fell in love with everyday planning working as a nanny while earning her B.A. in business from the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University in Minnesota. Nicole started planning weddings and events in 2012 and found Tanque Verde Ranch through our sister property, Grandview Lodge in Nisswa, MN. As a South Dakota native, Nicole was ready for warmer weather and joined our team in March of 2019. She loves to go on desert adventures with her dog Remi in her spare time.
Favorite Wedding Moment: Building a relationship with the couple in the time leading up to their special day, then seeing their joyful reactions as the day unfolds.
Favorite Ranch Activity: Sunset Horseback Ride
Favorite Wedding Movie: The Wedding Planner with J.Lo
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Hanna
Sales Manager
Hanna enjoys finding any reason to celebrate both in her personal life and at work. She moved from Kansas to attend Northern Arizona University, where she earned her B.S. in hospitality administration with an emphasis in accounting. Hanna started her career in the billing department at a Tucson Country Club before making the switch to events in 2018. She quickly became an integral part of the Tanque Verde Ranch team as an event coordinator and was recently promoted to sales manager. Hanna loves to spend her free time crafting and hanging out with friends.
Favorite Wedding Moment: Watching the groom’s face as his bride walks down the aisle… similar to Katherine Heigl’s character in 27 Dresses.
Tanque Verde Guest Ranch is a beautiful property with great people and food! It's a great location for photography! I always here good things about Tanque Verde Guest Ranch from the brides that I photograph there.
Erik Hinote Photography
I have worked many weddings here and love every single one of them!! Working with Mary Ellen and Elise has been great!!! They are very organized and hard working to make that specific day special!
Beautiful Ranch setting on the far east side of Tucson. For that old west, Desert sunset wedding you can not do any better than the Tanque Verde Guest Ranch!
What items and services are included in the starting site fee at Tanque Verde Ranch?
Tanque Verde Ranch includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
At Tanque Verde Ranch, what items and services related to wedding catering are included in the cost?
Tanque Verde Ranch includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
Cake Cutting
Server(s)
At Tanque Verde Ranch, what does the bar service starting price include?
The bar service starting price at Tanque Verde Ranch includes:
Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Wine
What are the most important characteristics of Tanque Verde Ranch in terms of venue type, style and location?
The space offered by Tanque Verde Ranch for wedding events is known for:
Barn
Farm/Ranch
Historic Building
Inn/B&B
Resort
What kind of indoor/outdoor options are available at Tanque Verde Ranch for wedding events?
Tanque Verde Ranch offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor
Scenic Views
What kind of wedding events does Tanque Verde Ranch offer?
Tanque Verde Ranch offers the following types of wedding events:
Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner
What services does Tanque Verde Ranch offer for wedding events?
Tanque Verde Ranch offers the following services for wedding events:
Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Set Up
Wifi
What furniture and decorations does Tanque Verde Ranch have available for wedding events?
Tanque Verde Ranch offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Tables
What percentage of users recommend Tanque Verde Ranch and which are the most valued aspects of their wedding services?
Tanque Verde 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.
