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Reception
$17,990 starting price
Ceremony
$17,990 starting price
Reception
$17,990 starting price
Ceremony
$17,990 starting price

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On WeddingWire since 2018

Located in Los Angeles, California, The Houdini Estate is a historic wedding venue that is perfectly suited to engaged couples seeking to host a magical celebration. This magnificent property is set upon a five-acre estate that features luscious lawns, terraced gardens, a rock waterfall, and idyllic gazebos. Soon-to-be newlyweds can host their entire wedding event in this beautiful venue, from the bridal shower all the way through to their honeymoon.

Facilities and Capacity

The Houdini Estate is a spacious wedding venue that can accommodate up to 1,200 guests for lavish occasions. There is also a selection of both indoor and outdoor event spaces within the Estate. There is an array of contemporary amenities on the property, including a heated pool, an outdoor spa, outdoor fireplaces, and barbecue patios. With ample parking spaces available on-site as well as shuttle and valet options for larger events, your guests can access this estate with ease. In addition, full-wheelchair access is provided.

Services Offered

The experienced event team at The Houdini Estate can also assist you in the design and execution of your big day. They will get to know each couple on a personal level, working to secure their trust and comfort from the first consultation. Soon-to-be-weds have the freedom to avail of their own preferred caterers, musicians, and event rentals, ensuring that their occasion reflects their true essence. Your caterers can use our kitchen - four burners and an oven. Food trucks up to 16 feet long are welcome.

History

This majestic venue was originally built during the Edwardian period in the 1900s. This mysterious retreat allowed the iconic Harry Houdini to practice his wondrous tricks and illusions in total secrecy. His wife, Bess, hosted glamorous parties and events at the property after his death and continued to maintain the estate and its breathtaking gardens.

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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?

$17,990

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

$17,990

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?

$17,990

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

$17,990

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Parking

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

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Garden
Historic Building
Mansion
Museum
Park
Resort

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
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
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3.8 out of 5 rating
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75% Recommended by couples
Drew
Drew J. Sent on 06/01/2021
4.8 out of 5 rating

Unbelievable Venue! Feels like you're in a movie!

The Houdini Estate is truly magical (no pun intended). A one of a kind venue in the heart of the Hollywood Hills. The ground of the estate are gorgeous and truly blew our guests away. My wife and I had toured a few different venues before seeing Houdini and we were immediately blown away. It's huge and there's so much to explore and so many cool little nooks and crannies with sculpture, art pieces etc throughout..
The added bonuses of being able to stay on property and have our dogs with us (who were in the ceremony) made this place so perfect for us.

It truly is breathtaking and I cannot think of a better place to have a wedding. We had so many people that told us afterward that it ruined all other weddings for them. I can't say enough good things about The Houdini Estate and Ella, who helped us along the way with our booking and made sure everything at the estate was perfect.

Highly, highly recommend.
Nakisha
Nakisha B. Sent on 09/05/2019
4.6 out of 5 rating

Houdini estate

A beautiful place for any event so many backdrops for photo ops and very romantic everything you need is there
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Cecily A. Sent on 10/18/2023
4 out of 5 rating

Definite WOW Factor

BEAUTIFUL VENUE! Literally such a wow factor here. Everyone loved it, there are so many nooks and crannies for guests to explore. Honestly, we visited this venue on a whim. My husband and I were not keen on having to visit the venue on a weekday, and we didn’t want to pay the tour fee. Also, their website design leaves much to be desired. Look at their Instagram and tagged photos to get a better idea of the space. If you’re on the fence for these reasons, definitely go see what it’s about in person. Adriana conducted our tour and was fantastic! She was very communicative and affable during the tour, and even after we booked she would check in on us every so often. I’d say the major downside of this venue is it’s not as budget-friendly. The venue fee is high and includes nothing. You will have to spend a decent amount on rentals (tables/chairs/plates/staff etc) and you will have to build a kitchen for the caterer. I had 120ish guests and spent around 40k on rentals and staffing, granted I went with a lot of premium items. However, I would not expect to spend less than 25k extra on rentals for that many people. I personally think this was VERY worth it because the venue was just stunning. Everyone loved it. A month later I still have people telling me how much they loved the venue. There really is no place like it, and we looked at over a dozen venues. If you do go with this vendor you will need a good planner, and one that Houdini knows is highly preferable. We went with three little birds on Adriana's recommendation and that made everything so much easier. Our planner handled most communication with Houdini, so I didn't have much to worry about. That being said, I could see how issues would arise if you didn't have a planner that was familiar with the venue as there are a lot of rules they want you to comply with.
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