Lake Temescal Beach House
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Temescal Regional Recreation Area, (operated by East Bay Regional Parks)
Oakland, CA 94605
Contact: Rental Facilities Office
Phone: 510/544-3164
www.brazilianroom.org
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Why We Like This Place
A beach in the middle of Oakland? With water and sand and everything? Yes! And so much more, thanks to the East Bay Regional Park District, who developed this scenic gem as one of its first three parks back in 1938. Today, the 48 acres is a neighborhood oasis where busy urbanites can experience nature’s rejuvenating powers. Lake Temescal can even become your own private getaway when you rent the handsome Beach House for your wedding or special event.
It’s a leisurely stroll from the parking area down to the Beach House, picnic lawns and lake, and your guests will find it a rewarding nature walk. The East Shore Trail gently curves through stands of oak, willow and laurel, revealing sensory surprises: A flicker of ginger turns out to be a red squirrel; native songbirds cast their melodies from the treetops; the air is scented with tangy citrus and the spicy aroma of oak. Water lilies and bamboo grace the shoreline, while butterflies pirouette amongst the bulrushes.
As the path slopes downward, the trees part to reveal the Beach House set against a forested knoll, overlooking a sweep of sandy shore and the blue lake. The two-story building has a cut-stone foundation accented with sea-green tiles that forms a trio of arches on the lower floor. The upper story (which is the rental space) is all windows, promising a spectacular view. Constructed by Works Project Administration crews in 1940, the historic Beach House has the quality craftsmanship and relaxed, unpretentious style typical of the era. Two wide flights of stone steps lead you to the rear of the building, where a terraced garden provides a lush backdrop to a charming flagstone patio. Fragrant roses in creamy white, lipstick pink and deep scarlet bloom from spring to fall, a romantic addition to any wedding ceremony. The sound of rushing water beckons you to a nearby footbridge spanning a waterfall that cascades down from a rocky outcropping to the lake. Boughs of oak, dewy fern and colorful rhododendron encircle a small clearing just beyond the bridge. A stone bench lets you survey the waterscape below, where snowy egrets and cormorants cavort in the lake, and majestic blue herons pose regally on the mossy bank.
As the evening grows cool, your guests can still enjoy the lakeside panorama as they retreat inside the Beach House, thanks to the long row of picture windows in the Lakeview Room and adjoining Fireside Room. Both spaces evoke an Americana theme, with gleaming hardwood floors, log cabin walls awash in an oh-so-pale mint green, and polished copper wall sconces. The Fireside Room also boasts dark rough-hewn open beams accenting its high ceiling. A grand flagstone hearth at the far end crackles and glows with a gas-burning fire, keeping everyone snug and toasty. Double French doors give a glimpse of the garden, and add to the rooms’ natural light. Leave these doors open during your event, and you’ll let in the soothing harmony of the waterfall and the songbirds.
The Beach House and its peaceful surroundings capture the easy, gentle simplicity of the past, and when you come here for a visit, you might find yourself daydreaming about the possibilities…an intimate garden fête, complete with breezy broad-brimmed hats and elegant china…the nostalgic warmth of a holiday gathering around the fireplace…a picnic on the patio, while lake trout jump for dragonflies in the lazy summer twilight…or stealing a kiss from your sweetheart on the shore of the moonlit lake. Be creative—whatever celebration you imagine, Lake Temescal Beach House will make it wonderful.
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Max. Seated Indoors: 60 Max. Seated Outdoors: 130 |
Max. Seated Indoors: 80 Max. Seated Outdoors: 80 Max. Standing Indoors: 130 Max. Standing Outdoors: 130 |
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Fees & Deposits
A $100 deposit is required to secure your date. If cancelled more than 120 days prior to the event, $50 of this deposit is refundable. Signed contracts are required 2 weeks after the initial deposit at the Facility Staff Office located at the Brazilian Room.
Weekend rates for Friday night, Saturday, Sunday and holidays (min. 8 hours) range $1,050–1,500 depending on the day and time frame reserved. Each additional hour is $150. Weekday rates range $250–675 depending on day and length of time rented. If you opt to bring your own food without a caterer, there is an additional fee. Evening non-catered events are prohibited. For non-residents of Alameda and Contra Costa counties, there is a surcharge that equals 20% of the room rental fee.
Availability
Year-round, daily, 8am–midnight.
CateringChoose From ListAlcoholBYOSite UsesCeremoniesWedding Receptions Special Events, Parties Business Functions/Meetings Rehearsal Dinners Services/AmenitiesCatering: select from preferred listKitchen Facilities: prep only Tables & Chairs: provided Linens, Silver, etc.: BYO Restrooms: wheelchair accessible Dance Floor: yes Bride's Dressing Room: yes Meeting Equipment: BYO Parking: large lot, fee charged April–Sept. Accommodations: no guestrooms Telephone: pay phone Outdoor Night Lighting: patio only Outdoor Cooking Facilities: no Cleanup: through caterer View: hills, lake, park Other: fireplace available, extra fee |
Amplified MusicIndoorsOutdoors w/ Restrictions Wheelchair AccessWheelchair AccessibleSite ViewsHillsLake Park Site TypeWaterfront/Beach LocationBanquet/Events Facility Waterfront Facility Park RestrictionsAlcohol: BYO, BWCSmoking: outside only Music: amplified OK indoors, outdoors with restrictions Wheelchair Access: yes Insurance: extra liability is required |
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