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    Sarah M. Sent on 05/18/2024
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    BEST VENUE on the Central Coast!

    If you are looking for rustic charm with ocean views, look no further than Swallow Creek Ranch! My husband and I were married in their Seaview Meadow this past weekend, which looked beautiful with the blooming flowers/plants amidst the eucalyptus trees and partial ocean view behind the arbor. We were able to take sunset photos at their Hilltop ceremony site, and the photos are TO DIE FOR! The venue managers and owners were professional, flexible, wonderful, and so easy to work with. This venue is also very dedicated to sustainability/eco-friendly practices to ensure minimal waste is created. Additionally, we were able to have access to the venue for the whole weekend, which made set-up and break-down much less stressful than other venues in the area. This allowed us to host a large rehearsal dinner at the venue for a fraction of the cost elsewhere. Their wedding package includes so many extra elements (tables, seating, draping, etc.) that saved us thousands. I cannot say enough nice things about this venue, and the photos speak for themselves!!! Get married here!!!
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    Tessa R. Sent on 09/19/2023
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    Beautiful location

    We loved working with the team at Swallow Creek Ranch! They were super helpful, kind, and caring. The venue is absolutely stunning and one-of-a-kind!
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    Frances M. Sent on 08/27/2023
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    Perfect Central Coast Venue

    My husband, Matt, and I have been talking about getting married at Swallow Creek Ranch since before we got engaged -- it just seemed like the most beautiful setting in the most perfect place (right above Villa Creek, where we've watched many sunsets!). So, when we got engaged, it was our obvious first choice, and we ended up getting married there last week (8/19/2023). Our wedding at Swallow Creek Ranch was even better than I could've imagined -- of course the scenery was absolutely gorgeous, but we were also so grateful to have Jonna and Reid overseeing everything on our wedding day. They truly made us feel so welcome and celebrated, and helped us so much throughout the process, from our initial venue tour last year to clean-up the day after the wedding. We picked all of our vendors from their suggested list and it made the day go so smoothly, since everyone knew Jonna/Reid and the venue. All in all, it was the perfect day, and all of our guests couldn't stop gushing about the venue. I would recommend Swallow Creek Ranch to anyone hoping to get married on the Central Coast!

    Swallow Creek Ranch's reply:

    Thanks Fran! It was such a pleasure seeing your wedding dream come true at the ranch. We truly love what we do! It is always extra fun to meet and work with a local couple too. Hope you come visit us when you go to Villa Creek to watch the sunset!
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    Giavanna B. Sent on 01/28/2023
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    The perfect venue

    I have been to countless venues for catering events and having this venue for our wedding was incredible. Jonna and her team were so helpful and professional. Their kindness and flexibility made our weekend extremely easy and low stress which is a relief after all the planning! They made sure everything went smoothly and the place was absolutely beautiful. The hill top view was impeccable and the garden was perfect for photos. The barn was a blast as it had great space for a dance floor and was easy to move around in. It stayed warm with the heaters provided and it was also very wonderful to have bathrooms inside of the barn. Everything was very clean and tidy and we loved the outdoor space to be able to take a break and grab a drink! Highly recommend this venue due to its gorgeous location and ease of service. A lot is provided to you and they definitely make it a fun easy experience.

    Swallow Creek Ranch's reply:

    Thanks Giavanna! We loved ending our season with your beautiful Fall wedding. It was such a pleasure hosting you and your families. Please come visit us next time you are on the Central Coast!
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    Leila Sent on 09/19/2022
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    Dream Wedding Venue!!

    Swallow Creek Ranch is truly the most dreamy venue on the central coast! The property managers, Jonna and Reid were so helpful and involved in all of our wedding planning. They provided an adorable bridal suite and airstream for both the bridesmaids and groomsmen to get ready in, I was able to come early and enjoy the day from beginning to end. Our wedding day was so incredibly special and we can definitely thank swallow creek ranch for that!

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    It is always an extra treat to work with couples who grew up in SLO County. You and your families were so fun to work with and really made the team effort to make your wedding dream come true. Seeing Dalton surprise dj was a highlight I will never forget! You both were one of a kind. Thank you for sharing your special day with us.
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    John W. Sent on 01/29/2023
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    Welcoming, Inclusive, Communicative

    My husband and I absolutely loved working with Jonna and the entire team at Swallow Creek. They were responsive, communicative, and prompt, but more than that were warm, welcoming, and remembered details about what was important to us. As an interracial same-sex couple, we were especially concerned about finding a venue and team that would be inclusive of us and our communities, and felt especially welcome at Swallow Creek. We could not recommend them more strongly!

    Swallow Creek Ranch's reply:

    Thanks John for your kind words. We LOVED working with you both to make your wedding dreams come true!
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    Janie W. Sent on 02/15/2023
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    Stunning Venue & Kind People

    Joanna, the venue coordinator, was such a wonderful person to work with and helped sherpa me and Thomas through the whole wedding planning experience. The venue was incredibly beautiful and we chose to get married in the eucalyptus grove overlooking the coast. We got lucky and had a sunny day with no fog or wind which is unusual in June! The pricing for the venue is surprisingly affordable than most other options in the county too. Cannot recommend Swallow Creek Ranch enough.

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    I will never forget you and Thomas sharing your awesome engagement video with me when you first toured the ranch. It was so fun working with you both as your planned your wedding weekend. You created a beautiful event from beginning to end. Thank you for sharing your love here at the ranch. I hope you come drop into one of our onsite yoga classes so we can reminisce about your wedding!
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    Negin Sent on 06/06/2022
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    Beyond Perfect

    Not even sure where to start or what to say. We had the most perfect day at Swallow Creek Ranch. The venue is beyond stunning and so unique. Our guests were all in awe by the beauty of this place. Jonna, Reid, Kyla and the team are incredible people and great to work with. They are all so kind, personable, responsive, fun and easy to talk to. We really enjoyed our time at the venue and getting to know the team. The vendors they recommended are on point, and having a blank canvas really gave us the ability to make the wedding our own and special to us. We could not be more grateful to have found this magical place.

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    Our work here really is a labor of love! We were delighted that you & Chris felt so at home here & filled our “blank canvas” with rich, cultural wedding traditions. Every weekend we get to see the ranch transformed in a new way by another special couple. Thank you for sharing your elegant vision with us. It was truly a pleasure hosting your wedding here at Swallow Creek Ranch!
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    Niki W. Sent on 03/11/2022
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    Amazing venue with great views and hosts

    Swallow Creek Ranch provided the most perfect backdrop for our special day. The grounds are absolutely breathtaking with views that are unbeatable. Jonna and Reid are so helpful, kind and professional. Our experience was nothing short of amazing. We will remember the day, the scenery and the love forever.

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    Perfect sunset for a a perfect couple! What a great wedding that capped off our 2021 season! Come visit when you’re back in Cayucos, Reid & Jason can go catch some waves!
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    Delaney H. Sent on 03/19/2022
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    The perfect venue

    We got married at swallow creek ranch in November of 2021. I fell In love with the site as soon as I saw the STUNNING rolling hills and the beautiful hilltop view with the ocean in the background. immediately knew this was our wedding location. The surrounding area, gardens, and the huge old wooden barn is so beautiful that you truly don’t need any extra decor. Jonna was an absolute dream to work with. I appreciated her calm, organized yet laid back approach. It was the best day of our lives! I couldn’t Recommend Jonna and Swallow Creek Ranch more!

    Swallow Creek Ranch's reply:

    Thanks Delaney! I don't think I will ever forget how fun it was to work with you and your sisters as they eagerly helped you plan the wedding of your dreams.
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    Rachel B. Sent on 11/07/2021
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    Swallow Creek Ranch - Hidden Gem Along Central the Coast

    Our entire experience at Swallow Creek was exceptional, we couldn't have asked for a better venue and better people to work with! Like many Covid couples, we had to postpone our wedding and Kyla (venue owner) was super understanding and accommodating. Jonna and Reid (property managers) were fantastic to work with and extremely helpful. They really go the extra mile to make sure everything is perfect for your special day.

    I would highly recommend this location to anyone looking for an ocean view venue. The bridal suite is truly picture perfect and made for great getting ready photos. Both the Seaview Meadow and the Hilltop ceremony locations offer exceptional ocean views. We got married at Seaview Meadow, which had gorgeous natural flowers that brought in monarch butterflies on our wedding weekend (which made it even more special and magical). The barn offered plenty of space for our guests during our reception and was the perfect location to dance the night away with family and friends. We are incredibly grateful to have found this venue and cannot speak more highly of its charm and the folks that run it.

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    I still think of you every time I look at my beautiful succulent arrangement made by your mom for your wedding! Stunning day spent with an even more stunning couple on the inside & out!
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    Valerie L. Sent on 10/04/2021
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    Swallow Creek Ranch is Magical!

    Swallow Creek Ranch, especially Jonna and Reid, were amazing hosts for our wedding weekend. They were extremely hands on while being extremely, kind, friendly, generous and hard working. They gave us the wedding of our dreams and went above and beyond anything we could have imagined. Not only is swallow creak ranch a magical and stunning place to have your wedding, but the team you get to work with is a dream. All I can say is THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!
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    Lauren M. Sent on 03/27/2022
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    Great venue!

    A perfect wedding venue! Loved working with Jonna and Reid.
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    Katy M. Sent on 03/11/2022
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    Wonderful!

    Amazing venue! Easy to work with, even in the midst of all the Covid craziness. Would recommend this venue to anyone wanting a barn vibe at the coast :)

    Swallow Creek Ranch's reply:

    We were so glad you finally got to have your wedding here! It was such a special day. Thank you for sharing it with us!
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    Andrea I. Sent on 03/11/2022
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    Kind, Supportive and Prompt Every Step of the Way

    From the beginning, working with Jonna, Reid and Kyla was a better than I could’ve hoped for. All of our questions were promptly answered and they were very understanding when we had issues with scheduling. Most importantly, they were incredibly warm and welcoming once the weekend arrived. By the end we all felt like good friends. We’re so happy to share this incredibly special memory with them and to have had our wedding at the beautiful Swallow Creek Ranch.
    Extra perk: the story & history of the ranch, and what they continue to do for the land it resides on was a big pull for us to decide to use it as our venue.

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    We cherish the memory of watching Sam & his dad set up the pendants in the barn and watching your vision come true!
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    Ryann Sent on 08/02/2019
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    Absolutely Amazing!

    We loved every moment planning and celebrating with Swallow Creek Ranch. Kyla was so helpful, so laid back, and such a joy to work with. We got married in the Seaview Meadow and had our reception in the beautiful blue dairy barn! The meadow was beautifully landscaped, but still kept its rustic Cayucos feel. It was the exact look and vibe we were going for. The barn comfortably fit our 165 guests with plenty of room for our dance floor! There are a multitude of locations on the property and across the highway to take newlywed and sunset pictures! We would recommend Swallow Creek Ranch to anyone wanting to get married in a beautiful and authentic central coast wedding!
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    Madelaine B. Sent on 06/10/2019
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    So Glorious, So Beautiful!

    It was a dream to have our wedding at Swallow Creek Ranch! The moment we stumbled upon the ranch via Google searches, we immediately screamed, "WE HAVE TO GET MARRIED HERE!" Reviews and descriptions don't do justice! You have to see it for yourself to see why this venue is absolute magic! Our ease and confidence in working with Kyla was part of the reason why we booked even before visiting the venue. We just couldn't let it go!

    Kyla has been so helpful throughout the entire process and we used many of the vendors she recommended! The best part for us was that Kyla was so genuine in giving us the flexibility and confidence in bringing in our own unique dreams and vision and oversaw the entire process professionally and delightfully! Our guests were raving how beautiful the entire event was, from the ceremony, reception, cocktail, back of the barn, bridal room, the hills, everything!! We will be re-living and reminiscing about our wedding day for a lifetime and Swallow Creek Ranch will hold a special place in our hearts. Perhaps, maybe on a future anniversary, we could come and visit and fall in love again at the place where our journey began!

    Swallow Creek Ranch's reply:

    Thank you Madelaine for your sweet words. It was such an honor to be part of your wedding day and the rain was a special blessing! Agustin’s smile as he worked in the rain to execute your Plan A vision was such a sweet testament to your love for each other. It could’ve been a blizzard but he didn’t care. He got to marry the woman of his dreams. Best wishes to the both of you And yes please come back and visit on your anniversary!
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    Mikelle W. Sent on 01/31/2023
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    Swallow Creek Ranch is pure magic and Jonna is equally magical.

    My daughter's wedding day was perfect from beginning to end because of the care and planning that Jonna provided for us. She celebrates and marvels at the uniqueness of every event while loving and stewarding the land and structures of Swallow Creek. Cayucos is a very special place for our family, and finding this gem of a site was heaven-sent! Swallow Creek was a dream come true for us.

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    We had so much fun working with your family from beginning to end as you planned a real Western themed wedding and one of the best Kid Corral's ever!
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    Kimberly Sent on 08/18/2018
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    My husband and I were married here about a month ago and had a PERFECT wedding! The whole event ran smoothly because of the site manager, Kyla. Kyla was an amazing person to work with as she was very easy going and attentive to our needs. The barn (reception area) and the eucalyptus grove (ceremony site) were absolutely gorgeous. The bridal suite is definitely a bonus to this wonderful property. It is lovely place to get ready with friends before the ceremony. I would recommend this location to anyone looking to get married in a beautiful outdoor setting. I cannot wait to return for our friends wedding! :)
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    Aly Sent on 11/14/2017
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    My husband and I got married at Swallow Creek Ranch this past October and it was a dream. Swallow Creek Ranch was exactly what we were looking for and I'm so happy we found it! We had a destination wedding weekend in Cayucos and it was a total blast! Everything was absolutely perfect. Kyla and her team were easy to work with and made the setup process as seamless as possible. They worked with us and our vendors on setup and strike. Everything was perfect and we cannot recommend this venue enough!!
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    Morgan Sent on 08/15/2016
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    The best Wedding Venue on the Central Coast. You get both the ocean view and the country atmosphere in one location. Kyla bends over backwards to make sure your special day is perfect.
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    Melissa Sent on 07/01/2017
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    This place is magical and I am so glad I got married here. I will cherish that memory forever. Our ceremony took place at the hill top ceremony location and it was incredible to look out over the bluffs while saying my vows. The barn is so beautiful with the natural light flooding in through the walls that we didn't need many decorations. My guests were blown away by the beauty of this place. The venue owner, Kyla, is friendly and accommodating. You should get married here just so you can work with Kyla!
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    Jaimie Sent on 06/14/2017
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    Swallow Creek Ranch is the most stunning place to have your event that you could possible imagine. With views of the coast line from the amphitheater ceremony site, it does not disappoint! My guests are still telling me what an incredible time they had at the ranch. The barn below that the reception was held in, is a beautiful blank pallet for you to decorate however you want. The owner is very quick to respond and a very nice person to work with. This is a very special venue.
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    Amy Sent on 07/09/2017
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    Swallow Creek was the most amazing and perfect venue that we ever could have imagined to celebrate our wedding at! Kyla was so amazing to work with and her family's property was exactly what we were looking for. Swallow Creek gives you exclusive access for the entire weekend that you book your wedding (Friday through Sunday), which is a huge benefit.
    We had our ceremony on the hilltop, our cocktail hour in the meadow, and the reception in the barn, which was absolutely perfect for us (though you can also do the ceremony in the meadow behind the barn to make it a bit easier). Our guests could not stop complimenting us on how beautiful the ceremony site was (and our pictures are proof of the gorgeous view!) and how perfect the entire venue was. The venue is a perfect combination of rustic and polished. Kyla and her family have made great upgrades to the venue to make it such a professional venue, such as leveling and adding gravel to the outdoor areas and building very clean and nice bathrooms for guests. We chose to do very minimal decorations to allow the space to speak for itself, but it is a perfect blank canvass for whatever you want your wedding to look like. This venue was honestly more than we could have asked for, with such a warm and welcoming vibe that could only come from Kyla and her family opening the venue to others to use. We were able to have the relaxed but elegant wedding that we wanted because of the natural beauty of the space. I would absolutely have my wedding all over again at Swallow Creek and could not imagine celebrating our wedding day anywhere else! Everything was absolutely perfect and I can't say enough about how amazing Kyla is and how beautiful her property is!!! I hope one day I can go back to reminisce about our perfect day there!
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    Yadira Sent on 08/12/2017
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    It's been a little over a year since we had our wedding at Swallow Creek Ranch. Let me just say that there is something so magical about this place. Kyla was a joy to work with! She made planning our wedding via telephone and email so easy and stress free. This was a huge plus considering that we live 4 hours away from the venue. Our family and friends still comment on how beautiful our venue was. Not only did we have access to the grounds, but also to a few of the treasure pieces straight from the shed nearby. My husband and I will always hold a special place in our hearts for Swallow Creek Ranch as well as Kyla and her sweet father. Thank you for making our day so memorable with your hard work and dedication. Highly recommend this venue for any event #y2kwed16
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