Catalina Country Club

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Avalon Wedding Location
1 Country Club Drive
Avalon, CA
Contact: Catering Department
Phone: 310/510-7428
www.visitcatalinaisland.com
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Why We Like This Place

"…Twenty-six miles across the sea, Santa Catalina is waitin’ for me…"

This once exclusive isle still beckons those in search of "fun in the sun" in a tranquil setting free of pollution, skyscrapers, and yes, cars (golf carts are the vehicle of choice here.) Make your event really special by inviting your guests to this island paradise, just over an hour from the mainland by express boat. The staff at the fabulous Catalina Visitors Country Club will gladly help you arrange affordable hotel packages that include convenient transportation—just one of the many amenities that make this the island’s premier venue.

The Club is open to the public, but it wasn’t always so. Avalon, the island’s only city, was originally developed by chewing gum magnate William Wrigley. In 1921 he built a Clubhouse in the hills above town for the annual spring training of his baseball team, the Chicago Cubs. Now, after a lavish renovation, the Clubhouse’s eclectic mix of Spanish Colonial design and sports nostalgia comfortably coexists with the elegant ambiance of an elite resort.

Poised on top of a knoll overlooking Avalon, the landmark Clubhouse is a striking representation of Early California Revival architecture, with distressed cream-colored walls, deep green trim, and a Spanish-tile roof. Brick steps take you up to a landing with a spectacular vista of the quaint village below and the vast sea beyond. Continue up the stairs through an arched portico to the Club’s main Courtyard, a lovely spot for both ceremonies and receptions. The front is framed by classical columns and arched breezeways, reminiscent of Spanish castles. Tie the knot at the far end of the Courtyard, where a short flight of steps leading up to the Pro Shop provides a natural stage. Follow the exchange of vows with a champagne toast in the middle of the Fountain Terrace, near an elaborate fountain of "island blue" tile that is a feast for the eyes. Lush foliage, the lilting melody of songbirds, and refreshing island breezes stir the senses…it’s easy to see why al fresco receptions here are so popular. Guests lounge beneath market umbrellas in cushioned wrought-iron chairs, rousing themselves after dinner to dance under the stars.

Equally memorable affairs are held in the chic, Mission-style Dining Room. Large arched windows open to hillside and oceanside verandas; wrought-iron chandeliers imported from South America hang from the wood-beamed ceiling; a series of archways bisect the room, adding depth and interest. Like the other spaces at the Club, the Dining Room is done with taste and attention to detail, from the plein air paintings of Catalina gracing the walls and the rich mahogany doors and trim to the plush upholstered chairs and grand fireplace.

Today, more than a century after it opened, the Clubhouse and golf course still attract golf enthusiasts and visitors from around the world. You, too, will probably fall under the island’s spell, so when your party’s over, don’t forget to toss a lucky penny into the fountain before you leave and make a wish to return to paradise very soon!

Capacity

Ceremony

Reception/Special Events

Meetings

Max. Seated Indoors: 65
Max. Seated Outdoors: 110

Max. Seated Indoors: 65
Max. Seated Outdoors: 80
Max. Standing Indoors: 80
Max. Standing Outdoors: 150

Max. Seated: 65

CEREMONY CAPACITY: The Fountain Terrace holds 110 seated guests; the Dining Room up to 65.

EVENT/RECEPTION & MEETING CAPACITY: The Fountain Terrace accommodates up to 80 seated or 150 standing guests; the Dining Room up to 65 seated or 80 standing. The Courtyard holds up to 20 seated or 35 standing guests.

Fees & Deposits

The venue rental fee is required to reserve your date. Final payment is due 1 month prior to the event. Rental fees range $400–4,000 depending on the space rented. Meals range $45–75/person. Tax, alcohol and a 20% service charge are additional. The entire facility can be rented, and wedding packages are available for both large and small events.

Availability

Year-round, daily, 11am-10pm.

Catering

Provided

Alcohol

Provided
BYO w/ Corkage Fee

Sites Uses

Ceremonies
Wedding Receptions
Special Events, Parties
Business Functions/Meetings
Rehearsal Dinners

Services/Amenities

Catering: provided, no BYO
Kitchen Facilities: n/a
Tables & Chairs: provided
Linens, Silver, etc.: provided
Restrooms: wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: provided
Bride's Dressing Area: CBA
Meeting Equipment: some provided
Parking: large lot
Accommodations: no guestrooms
Telephone: pay phone
Outdoor Night Lighting: yes
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: no
Cleanup: provided
View: ocean, coast, hills, fairways, fountain
Other: AV equipment

Amplified Music

Outdoors
w/ Restrictions

Wheelchair Access

Access Limited

Site Views

Canyon
Fountain/Water Feature
Garden Patio/Courtyard
Golf Course Fairways
Hills
Landscaped Grounds
Ocean/Bay

Site Type

Banquet/Events Facility
Golf Course/Golf Clubhouse
Restaurant
Private Club
Historic/Landmark Building

Restrictions

Alcohol: provided, or BYO with corkage fee
Smoking: outdoors only
Music: amplified OK outdoors with restrictions
Wheelchair Access: limited
Insurance: liability required

Contact: Catering Department
310/510-7428
www.visitcatalinaisland.com
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