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Sabrina
Sabrina
Manager

Woman-owned

6 years in business

We speak English

4 team members

About

Tucked away at the edge of historic Main Street in Sutter Creek, California, The Hanford Garden (formerly The Garden at Sutter Creek) is a beloved outdoor wedding venue nestled in the heart of Amador Wine Country. Known for its storybook charm, lush gardens, and effortless elegance, this hidden gem offers couples the freedom to craft a wedding that’s both deeply personal and visually unforgettable.

Just steps from downtown tasting rooms, boutique hotels, restaurants, and pubs, The Hanford Garden invites your guests to celebrate the weekend, whether that means walking back to their inn under the stars or continuing the festivities on Main Street. With full-day venue access and the flexibility to bring in your own creative team, every couple has the space and time to make their vision come to life.

From cascading florals and vine-draped arbors to starlit receptions on the lawn, The Hanford Garden offers a seamless, enchanting flow between ceremony, cocktail hour, and dinner under the lights. It’s Northern California’s best-kept secret — and with Sacramento just an hour away and San Francisco only two, it’s an easy escape that feels worlds away.

Facilities and Capacity

Set among the rolling hills of the Sierra Nevada foothills, The Hanford Garden embraces the historic charm of Sutter Creek with three private outdoor spaces, each designed to host a different chapter of your day:

  • The Ceremony Garden offers a romantic space to exchange vows, surrounded by mature trees, lush blooms, and timeless garden beauty.

  • The Cocktail Grove provides a covered, fern-lined setting for guests to mingle and sip between events, complete with soft lighting and a relaxed atmosphere.

  • The Reception Garden is the heart of the venue, where long tables stretch beneath the trees, string lights glow overhead, and guests dine and dance beneath the stars.

Couples also have access to a bright and stylish get-ready suite, designed to provide a calm, beautiful space to begin the day.

Services Offered

The Hanford Garden offers a flexible, full-day venue rental, giving couples the creative freedom to bring in vendors that reflect their style, priorities, and vision. The venue team is happy to share recommendations and local insights to help make planning easy and the celebration unforgettable.

Pricing information

$3,800 starting price
$7,800 average price
Reception
$4,800 starting price
Ceremony
$3,800 starting price
These prices are available for the months of April through October.
$7,800
Average price
$5,800
Average price
These prices are available for the months of April through October.

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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?

$4,800

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?

$3,800

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Garden
Park

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?

Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Lighting
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November
December

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Reviews of The Hanford Garden

Weddingwire
5.0/5 7 reviews
Google
4.9/5 106 reviews
Samira
Samira Sent on 05/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beyond grateful for this dream venue and team

My fiancé and I had the most incredible experience touring this venue! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by how stunning the space is—pictures truly don’t do it justice. Every corner feels like it’s been pulled from a fairytale.

What made it even more special was meeting Sabrina, the new manager. She is warm, passionate, and incredibly detail-oriented. You can instantly feel how much she cares—not just about the venue, but about your vision and experience. She walked us through everything with so much enthusiasm and clarity that we left feeling completely confident and inspired.

The new owners, Sabrina and Chase are not just maintaining the beauty of the venue—they're investing in thoughtful, meaningful upgrades that make the space even more magical. From landscaping to layout improvements, it’s clear they want every inch of the venue to feel perfect for their couples.

We feel so lucky to have found this place and to be working with such a dedicated, and talented team. If you're considering this venue—don’t hesitate. You’ll be in the best hands!!
Parisa
Parisa Sent on 05/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Hidden Gem – A Beautiful Space with a Thoughtful Team!

We recently visited The Hanford Garden and wow—pictures seriously don’t do it justice. The space is so beautiful, and you can already see how much love and intention is being poured into it. Sabrina and the new team have been amazing—so helpful, kind, and detail-oriented. You can tell they really care about making every corner perfect and creating an incredible experience for their couples. The communication alone has been impressive. It’s clear they’re investing a lot to elevate the space while keeping its charm. Love love love this venue!
Lilly
Lilly Sent on 11/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A Magical Venue

Wow, where to start with this amazing venue and owner. First of all, Lynn is one of the best humans we’ve worked with and we’re so lucky that she took over this venue. She was flexible and accommodated our many date changes from 2020 to 2022 due to the pandemic. Her work to update and remodel the venue has made it into one of the best venues our guests and we had seen. The greenery made the venue stay cool, the fairy lights made it feel magical at night, and the grand entrance has a beautiful rustic wood garden feel which makes the best background for photos. The venue has multiple levels and it makes the transition from the ceremony, to cocktail hour, and then to dinner seamless. The changing room/bride and groom room gave us a nice private area where we can stay cool, hydrated, and prepare for any transition throughout the day. Lynn was there the day-of and supplemented the day of coordination we had with our wedding coordinator. Finally the communication with Lynn was so easy and and quick to ensure that all our questions or concerns are addressed. If you’re looking for a magical venue, THIS IS A DIAMOND!
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The Hanford Garden frequently asked questions

The Hanford Garden includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by The Hanford Garden for wedding events is known for:
  • Garden
  • Park
The Hanford Garden offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Hanford Garden offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Hanford Garden offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
The Hanford Garden offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
The Hanford Garden 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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