China Cabin
Belvedere Wedding Location54 Beach Road
Belvedere, CA 94920
Phone: 415/435-1853
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Description
The China Cabin has experienced a long and colorful life. In 1866, the Pacific Mail Steamship Company commissioned the construction of the SS China, a sidewheel steamer, for a route between San Francisco and the Far East. Un fortunately, with a wooden hull, the ship was destined for a short career and was considered obsolete by 1886. Before it was burned for scrap metal, the first-class social saloon was removed intact from the ship, barged to Belvedere Cove and set on pilings. Transformed into a weekend home, it became known as the China Cabin. And, in 1978, it was designated as a national maritime treasure and restored to its former splendor as a Victorian drawing room.
The Cabin consists of a large room and two small staterooms. Its plain exterior belies the ornate and regal appointments inside. This place is impressive. The walls and arched ceiling are panels of elaborately decorated wood that have been painted a crisp white and highlighted with gold leaf. Along the sides of the Cabin are a series of small, delicately etched glass windows; handsome crystal chandeliers hang at each end of the room. The Cabin also has decks on three sides that have wonderful views of the San Francisco skyline and of the colorful boats berthed at the nearby yacht harbor. The China Cabin offers a glimpse of old-world elegance and attention to detail; the result is a rich, sophisticated appearance that makes this a unique setting for a special wedding, rehearsal dinner, meeting and private or corporate party.
Capacity
Ceremony |
Reception/Special Events |
Meetings |
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Max. Seated Indoors: 55 Max. Seated Outdoors: |
Max. Seated Indoors: 45 Max. Seated Outdoors: Max. Standing Indoors: 55 Max. Standing Outdoors: |
Max. Seated: 55 |
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CEREMONY CAPACITY: Indoors, 55 people including staff. |
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Fees & Deposits
Half of the rental fee and a $500 refundable security deposit are required when you make your reservation. The rental fee is $1,200 for a 6-hour minimum rental block and $300 for each additional hour. The total fee is due 60 days prior to your party. Fees for meetings, chamber concerts, photo shoots and some other functions are negotiable.
Availability
Year-round, daily until midnight; not available Wednesday or Sunday 1pm–4pm, April–October.
CateringSelect From ListAlcoholBYOSites UsesCeremoniesWedding Receptions Special Events, Parties Business Functions/Meetings Rehearsal Dinners Services/AmenitiesCatering: select from preferred listParking: ample Kitchen Facilities: limited Accommodations: no guestrooms Tables & Chairs: CBA Telephone: house phone Linens, Silver, etc.: through caterer Outdoor Night Lighting: on deck Restrooms: wheelchair accessible Outdoor Cooking Facilities: no Dance Floor: yes Cleanup: caterer and renter Bride's Dressing Area: CBA Meeting Equipment: BYO View: Bay Bridge, San Francisco Bay & skyline, Angel Island |
MusicIndoorsw/ Restrictions Wheelchair AccessWheelchair AccessibleSite ViewsCityscapeHills Ocean/Bay Panoramic RestrictionsAlcohol: BYO, red wine restrictionsWheelchair Access: yes Smoking: not allowed indoors or on deck Insurance: included in rental fee, extra insurance required for red wine service Music: amplified OK with some restrictions Other: decorations restricted; no candles or open flames |
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