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Reception
$9,000 starting price
Reception
$8,000 starting price
These prices are available for the months of March through November. These prices are available for the months of December through February.

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Quality catering
Unique aesthetic style
Guests comfort
Amenities

About

On WeddingWire since 2021

The Hidden Chateau is an outdoor wedding venue located in Escondido, California, just half an hour away from San Diego. Situated within the city’s historic district, the property was initially built in 1910 for Sallie and A.W. Wohlford. Throughout the century, the impressive home was well known for its picturesque gardens and charming ambiance for social gatherings. Today, couples can enjoy the same atmosphere when celebrating their milestone moments here more than 100 years later.

Facilities and Capacity

The Hidden Chateau offers a beautiful, private setting for once-in-a-lifetime celebrations. Towering evergreens and strands of market lighting create a canopy over the lush grounds, providing a romantic atmosphere for any occasion. On the lawn, couples can exchange vows under dappled sunlight and The Golden State’s expansive skies. Celebratory drinks, dining, and dancing can also take place in this area. At one side of the lawn is a charming brick pathway, leading those celebrating to a gazebo surrounded by foliage at the back of the yard. The structure invites newlyweds and their loved ones to enjoy its refreshing vantage point set away from the festivities. Complete with a chandelier, it provides a charming, intimate setting for those celebrating to create lifelong memories and share loving conversations. The open-air space’s focal point is the main house’s raised, crescent deck. The platform can be used as a stage for engaging live music or DJ sets. Ceremonies can also be held here. To witness the venue’s beauty for themselves, our team welcomes couples to take a tour of the grounds.

Services Offered

We have uniquley inclusive wedding packages at comfortable rates to cover the needs of a wedding with tables, chairs, furniture, wedding coordination, photography, DJ service, catering and more! We are extremely flexible on packages based on your event needs and will listen to your goals to build the wedding package that best meets your vision. Let's chat soon!

  • Woman-owned

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?

$9,000

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

$8,000

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
Clean Up
Event Planning
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

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

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Garden
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

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?

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

What catering services do you offer?

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

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Signature Drink

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
December
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100% Recommended by couples
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This venue is highly praised by reviewers, who describe it as the best they could have ever dreamed of. The staff is seen as amazing, professional, and welcoming, with exceptional communication. The venue itself is beautiful, with a luscious garden that provides serenity for guests. Reviewers appreciate the honesty, transparency, and value for money provided by this venue. Some reviewers also mention the strict noise ordinance, but overall, the venue is highly recommended for its relaxed, low-key, and casual vibe.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

This venue is highly praised by reviewers, who describe it as the best they could have ever dreamed of. The staff is seen as amazing, professional, and welcoming, with exceptional communication. The venue itself is beautiful, with a luscious garden that provides serenity for guests. Reviewers appreciate the honesty, transparency, and value for money provided by this venue. Some reviewers also mention the strict noise ordinance, but overall, the venue is highly recommended for its relaxed, low-key, and casual vibe.

Natalie
Natalie G. Sent on 03/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Look no further

This is hands down the best venue we could have ever dreamed of. First off, amazing value. We felt seen like people and not pawns to make money which is few and far between in the wedding industry. They help relieve stress and not create it. There are no hidden fees and they are honest and upfront the whole time with the process. We knew exactly what we were getting and they even surpassed that when came our wedding day.

48 hours before our wedding, we realized that our wedding costs were going to significantly increase due to the forecasted rain and the need to find a tent. The owner of the venue personally pitched in $500 and the event coordinator was able to negotiate the tent price down another $500 for us. We were blown away. We easily had the best wedding we could have ever dreamed of having and it’s all thanks to the services of this venue. We wanted a relaxed, low key, casual wedding and they were able to provide exactly that. If you move forward with booking this venue, they will mention a noise ordinance and the need to keep music down low. I will note that this is a very strict rule, so if your looking for a venue with loud music this won’t be a good match. However, it was perfect for us and the vibe we wanted.
Kim
Kim M. Sent on 10/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue

I had the pleasure of photographing a wedding at this absolutely beautiful venue! The staff was amazing as well, very welcoming, friendly and great communication! 10/10!
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Miranda H. Sent on 11/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Romantic+Professional

This vendor was amazing! Not only very professional with the most beautiful venue, but called us when it was raining the day before our wedding to figure out possible plans if our original layout wasn't possible. Seriously so sweet and wonderful, and we loved having our special and intimate wedding with this venue and coordinators
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The Hidden Chateau frequently asked questions

The Hidden Chateau includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Hidden Chateau includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The space offered by The Hidden Chateau for wedding events is known for:
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
The Hidden Chateau offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Hidden Chateau offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Hidden Chateau offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Hidden Chateau offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
The Hidden Chateau 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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