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January 2022: We have recently updated our website to include our packages with pricing, frequently asked questions, a real time calendar and online event reservation booking; please visit us at www.TheOldHomestead.org. If you have any questions email Info@TheOldHomestead.org or if you would like to have a tour call 510.660.5174.


The Old Homestead Northern California Historical Event Venue

The Old Homestead is a historic and beautiful wedding venue located in Crockett, California. Constructed in 1867, this extraordinary venue features majestic redwoods, a charming period home and a secluded garden. The Old Homestead is a picturesque setting for intimate wedding ceremonies and receptions, standing as a tribute to the legacy of California’s brave pioneers.

Facilities and Capacity
A stone patio and path at The Old Homestead leads to a lush, wooded area accented by well-maintained gardens. Majestic redwoods enclose and enhance the wood deck area, offering a shady retreat from the sunny lawn and dance areas. Surrounded by dense woods, a beautiful garden and a historic home, this event space provides a unique sense of intimacy for you and your wedding guests.

Services Offered
The Old Homestead offers venue rental for weddings and other social events. Event services offered include the following:

  • Full use of the facility for 10 consecutive hours (Diamond package) and 8 consecutive hours (Ruby package) between 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Additional hours may be purchased for $200 per hour.
  • One-hour rehearsal, (if applicable), booked at least 30 days prior to event.
  • String lighting over garden.
  • Outdoor furnishings, including set up and tear down.
  • Bar and arbor.
  • Designated area for the bar.
  • Large parking lot for guest parking.
  • Handicap parking spot directly outside of main entrance.
  • Wheelchair accessible throughout facility.
  • Use of a warming kitchen and a commercial refrigerator.
  • Small parking area may be used for barbecue, taco cart, mobile kitchen, event tent or food trucks.

• Permissions granted to the client

  • Vendors of their choice including caterer, florist, photographer, videographer, dj, officiant, etc.
  • May bring their own liquor. No bartender is required, but additional requirements apply.
  • Use of all furniture inside The Old Homestead


Other Services
The Old Homestead is an ideal location for hosting private parties of varying sizes. In addition to wedding ceremonies and receptions, this location can accommodate all of your wedding events, such as engagement parties, bridal showers and rehearsals. This venue is also available for hosting corporate meetings, holiday parties, birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions.

History
Built in 1867, this California Historical Landmark was the first non-native dwelling built in Crockett. In the early 1880s, the Edwards family sold the portion of their property where this venue now stands for the purpose of building a flour mill. The Old Homestead was renovated in 1953 and operated as a meeting place for community events. The integrity of this extraordinary home has been lovingly preserved through the years and is currently maintained and operated by the Carquinez Women’s Club.

Location
The Old Homestead is located in the city of Crocket near the Carquinez Strait, in the intersection of the San Pablo Bay, Grizzly Bay and Suisun Bay. This location is located within a block of the Crockett Historical Museum, Rithet Park and Alexander Park.

  • Woman-owned
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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?

$6,000

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

$2,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

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

$5,000

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

$2,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
Lighting/Sound
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?

1

Describe your venue:

Garden
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November
December

Reviews of The Old Homestead

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K Garcia Sent on 09/21/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome Experience!

Beautiful venue for a wedding and reception! Gorgeous gardens, large deck area, access to indoor areas of a lovely historic home. At night, the outdoor cafe string lights make for a beautiful ambience. I acted as wedding coordinator for a family member's recent wedding, and Tracy, the venue coordinator for The Old Homestead, was a dream to work with! Super friendly and helpful...having her there during the event was like having a friend there to make sure everything went well. This place is a hidden gem...highly recommend!
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Alma Sent on 08/31/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Great location

We absolutely fell in love with this venue. It has a whimsical garden fe to it. Marla & Tracy we’re great and very responsive. We would definitely recommend to everyone!
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Angelyne Sent on 02/28/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Hidden Gem!

The old homestead is truly a hidden gem. It is absolutely perfect for an intimate wedding (we had around 40 people) but it can certainly fit a bigger group. This was by far the best value I found when looking for venues and I received endless compliments from guests. If you are even considering this venue just make the jump and book, you wont regret it!
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Brielle Sent on 07/24/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The Old Homestead is a wonderful, wonderful venue. The house is classic and beautiful but feels totally updated and comfortable (none of the electrical/plumbing/ air conditioning issues I often see working in charming old spaces). The garden is lovely, the space is intimate, but most importantly, the team at the Old Homestead is phenomenal. Keri, Micheal, and Maureen were fantastic to work with, really going above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. I can't recommend The Old Homestead Highly Enough!
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Rhonda Sent on 04/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Great venue! Loved all of the Personnel. Very helpful.
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Erica Sent on 04/01/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I had a great time at the Old Homestead. The staff was friendly, and the ambience was exactly what we were looking for on the most special of occasions!
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Rhonda Sent on 02/20/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I was very Pleased with selecting The Old Homestead for my venue. I highly recommend The Old Homestead, the manager was very gracious and accommodating, seriously, I had changed my time often with notice and they accommodated to my request. I would definitely use this venue again and again. Great staff to work with.
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Mr. Sent on 01/08/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I fell in love with the location while attending my niece's wedding last summer. After 10 years my fiancé and I decided to tie the knot. We looked at other venues out of curiosity, but nothing even came close to The Old Homestead for value, atmosphere, and customer service.
My initial contact there was Keri, the event coordinator. She is so nice! I love her to death!! She agreed to meet with me at a local coffee shop where she answered all of my questions and literally held my hand and walked me through the entire process every step of the way.
Maureen, the Event Staff Leader has many years of experience and has organized hundreds of weddings. It was evident on how professional and efficient she was in managing the set up and tear down of the event.
Although we had our wedding catered by a friend who is the manager of restaurant, Maureen also is a successful caterer should you decide to use her.
We chose to use the lighting company affiliated with the Old Homestead, they have an optional chandelier that we rented along with the lighting. The results were phenomenal, the lighting really sets the mood and gave it an amazing ambiance.
We lucked out, I believe we were the second couple to be married at the venue after it had undergone a major facelift. It was beautiful before, but now I can't even describe how simple yet refined the garden is. The ladies from the Carquinez Women's Club really do a great job maintaining the property, their love and passion for gardening couldn't be more evident.
I can't express the gratitude that I feel for everyone evolved with the Old Homestead. Our wedding was so special, it really was the best day of my life.. like a real life fairy tale. I will remember it for the rest of my life as though it was yesterday.

God bless.
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Olivia Sent on 12/29/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had a beautiful June wedding at The Old Homestead! As a young couple, we were looking for a small venue to accommodate our closest friends and family and The Old Homestead was perfect! We feel in love with the venue right away! The backyard was the perfect little paradise after the new landscaping project was finished and we were lucky enough to benefit from it. The staff was kind, helpful, and hospitable. We couldn't have imagined a better venue! Thank you!
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Dawn Sent on 12/23/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The Old Homestead is an amazingly beautiful venue and you couldn't ask for a better team to help you plan your event-from securing the date to staging and helping to coordinate outside vendors for lights and catering. Thank you all so much!
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The Old Homestead frequently asked questions

The Old Homestead includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by The Old Homestead for wedding events is known for:
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
The Old Homestead offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Old Homestead offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
The Old Homestead offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
The Old Homestead offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
The Old Homestead is recommended by 75% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 3.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.1 in value, 3.7 in quality of service, 3.7 in flexibility, 3.6 in average response time and 3.6 in professionalism.
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