Rancho Capistrano
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29251 Camino Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Contact: Event & Conference Services
Phone: 949/347-4000
www.ranchocapistrano.org
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Special Offers
Special incentive pricing for weeknight, Friday and Sunday evening weddings.
There is no minimum guest count requirement for November through April weddings.
Why We Like This Place
Rancho Capistrano has been described as “a spiritual oasis where people can find peace and balance in their lives.” Having strolled through the beautiful grounds of this expansive conference and retreat center, we’d say it’s an oasis in a literal sense as well. Located just north of San Juan Capistrano, the property features a serene lake, ringed by palms, weeping willows and eucalyptus; buildings are separated by broad lawns and surrounded by stands of trees. This verdant scene is made even more striking by the rolling hills encircling the property.
Weddings are held in the sanctuary or at the beautiful Hacienda, a sprawling adobe ranch house on a hill just above the lake. This former private residence has all the charm of the gracious, mission-style homes of the early 1900s. The interior is full of exquisite details: Spanish-tiled fireplaces; vibrant hand-painted birds on the walls; arched windows and doorways; and finely stenciled beamed ceilings. The living room is often used for beverage service or displaying the cake, while the dining room is a favorite spot for rehearsal dinners or small receptions.
Receptions are held on the spacious patio in front of the Hacienda, in the vast courtyard behind it, or in the Plaza. The old-California feeling of the ranch is most strongly felt on the patio, a long, terracotta-tiled terrace punctuated by towering palms. The classic adobe Hacienda is on one side, a wall of trees curves around the other, and a grand fountain anchors the space. The courtyard, which is bordered by the buildings that house the guestrooms, has tiled paths that lead, like the spokes of a wheel, to a fountain at its center. A refreshing fountain is also the focal point of the newest area, the Plaza. Here, it’s surrounded by cobblestone bricks, majestic trees and flowering plants.
The most popular ceremony site, by far, is on the grassy slope just above the lake. It’s hard to imagine a lovelier setting: your guests are seated in rows of white chairs with the lake and hills in the background; to the left is a densely forested hill, and to the right a quaint old adobe house nestled in a grove of trees. The Ranch also has its own sanctuary, with a piano, organ, a stunning stained-glass window, and a glass wall with an inspiring waterfall vista.
Overnight guests will enjoy their stay in Spanish mission-style rooms, conveniently located right off the Hacienda courtyard with a view of the fountain. Note that all denominations are welcome here, and a Christian minister can be provided if you need an officiant.
Capacity
Ceremony |
Reception/Special Events |
Meetings |
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Max. Seated Indoors: 350 Max. Seated Outdoors: 500 |
Max. Seated Indoors: 250 Max. Seated Outdoors: 500 Max. Standing Indoors: 250 Max. Standing Outdoors: 500 |
Max. Seated: 150 |
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CEREMONY CAPACITY: The Church seats 350 guests, the Hacienda Hillside up to 500. |
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Fees & Deposits
For weddings, the nonrefundable facility fee deposit is $1,500, which is due at the time of booking. An additional refundable $700 security deposit is required. 25% of the food and beverage total is payable 3 months prior to the event, with the balance and final guest count due 10 working days prior. Rancho Capistrano offers a full range of menus, ranging $18–44/person. Alcohol and a 21% service charge are additional.
The facility fee for weddings and receptions ranges $2,200–3,600, for sanctuary ceremonies only, $1,000, the Island Gazebo (for intimate weddings of 10 or less) $850. All facility fees include a Rancho Capistrano wedding coordinator for the rehearsal and the day of the wedding. Rehearsal dinners range $19–29/person.
The Rancho Capistrano Conference and Retreat Center is available for meetings, conferences, personal or group retreats and team-building ropes challenge course programs. They offer several indoor and outdoor meeting spaces, along with overnight accommodations and full-service catering. For more information, contact the Conference Sales Manager at 949/347-4000.
Availability
Year-round, daily, 9:30am–11pm.
CateringProvidedAlcoholProvidedSites UsesCeremoniesWedding Receptions Special Events, Parties Business Functions/Meetings Rehearsal Dinners On-Site Accommodations Services/AmenitiesCatering: provided, no BYOKitchen Facilities: n/a Tables & Chairs: provided Linens, Silver, etc.: provided Restrooms: wheelchair accessible Dance Floor: provided, extra charge Bride's & Groom's Dressing Area: yes Meeting Equipment: full range Parking: large lots Accommodations: 13 guestrooms, 2 suites Telephone: emergency use only Outdoor Night Lighting: yes Outdoor Cooking Facilities: BBQs Cleanup: provided View: lake with gazebo, palm trees & nearby hills Other: coordination services for rehearsal and wedding day included in facility fee, design packages available |
Amplified MusicOutdoorsw/ Restrictions Wheelchair AccessWheelchair AccessibleSite ViewsFountain/Water FeatureGarden Patio/Courtyard Hills Lake Landscaped Grounds Pool Area Site TypeHistoric/Landmark BuildingGarden Church/Chapel/Temple Conference Center Retreat Banquet/Events Facility RestrictionsAlcohol: BWC provided, no BYOSmoking: outside in designated areas only Music: amplified OK outdoors until 11pm Wheelchair Access: yes Insurance: not required Other: no rice or birdseed |
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