Shadelands Ranch Museum
Walnut Creek Wedding Location2660 Ygnacio Valley Road
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Phone: 925/935-7871
www.ci.walnut-creek.ca.us
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Description
Stately shade trees tower above the lawn, gardens and terrrace surrounding the former Penniman home at Shadelands Ranch Museum. From its curved glass bay windows to its classic white columns and wraparound veranda, the 1903 Colonial Revival house reflects the refinement and elegance of a bygone era when the handsome two-story home was the heart of a large property in the Ygnacio Valley.
Today Shadelands is lovingly maintained by the Walnut Creek Historical Society and the City of Walnut Creek. Citrus, pomegranate, walnut and quince still grow among the sycamores and redwoods shading the aptly named property. The fruit trees, along with the herb and vegetable gardens planted on the site, also serve as a reminder of Shadelands’ rural past. While strolling the paths leading toward the patio and garden at the back of the house, it’s easy to imagine the gracious hospitality that was once extended to guests of the ranch over 100 years ago. These days, events at Shadelands are held outdoors with the carefully restored house providing a charming backdrop.
On the spacious lawn at the back of the house, couples exchange vows in a gazebo encircled by roses. The garden setting is lovely on its own, or can be easily decorated to suit your taste. Recently, a father escorted his daughter between two rows of flagstones placed along the grassy aisle. Another couple added an iron arch covered with tulle for the bride to pass through on her way to meet her groom. For an evening wedding, tiny lights woven through the trees add an enchanting ambiance to the occasion.
After the ceremony, the celebration continues on the adjoining patio. The terrace is large enough to accommodate tables for the reception and a DJ. Or, in keeping with the turn-of-the-(last)-century atmosphere, you might want to hire a band to play in the gazebo and have your guests dance on the patio.
Access to the inside of the house is limited to the kitchen, which is available as a bridal changing room or as a preparation site for the caterer. As committed as Shadelands is to keeping the ranch authentic to its early 20th-century style, the "old fashioned" kitchen comes with a new gas range masquerading as a black wood-burning stove and a refrigerator camouflaged with wood paneling. Modern restrooms are located in the new barn just behind the circa 1902 water tank house and worker’s cabin that border the garden.
Of the many reasons to hold your wedding and reception at the nonprofit Shadelands Ranch Museum, the most satisfying may be that the money you spend here goes toward preserving the history of Walnut Creek for future generations. Of course, at the same time you and your betrothed will be making a little history of your own.
Capacity
Ceremony |
Reception/Special Events |
Meetings |
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Max. Seated Indoors: 0 Max. Seated Outdoors: 300 |
Max. Seated Indoors: 0 Max. Seated Outdoors: 300 Max. Standing Indoors: 0 Max. Standing Outdoors: 400 |
Max. Seated: 0 |
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CEREMONY CAPACITY: The lawn area holds 300 seated guests. |
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Fees & Deposits
A $300 nonrefundable deposit is required to reserve your date. The balance is due 45 days prior to the event. Rental fees range $500–2,400 depending on number of hours rented and type of event.
Availability
April–October.
CateringBYOAlcoholBYOSites UsesCeremoniesWedding Receptions Special Events, Parties Business Functions/Meetings Services/AmenitiesCatering: BYOKitchen Facilities: fully equipped Tables & Chairs: provided Linens, Silver, etc.: BYO or caterer Restrooms: wheelchair accessible Dance Floor: patio available Bride's Dressing Area: yes Meeting Equipment: tables and chairs Parking: ample parking Accommodations: no guestrooms Telephone: use cell phones Outdoor Night Lighting: yes Outdoor Cooking Facilities: BYO or caterer Cleanup: renter or caterer View: landscaped grounds, garden |
MusicOutdoorsw/ Restrictions Wheelchair AccessWheelchair AccessibleSite ViewsCityscapeForest/Wooded Area Garden Garden Patio/Courtyard Landscaped Grounds RestrictionsAlcohol: BYOSmoking: outside only Music: amplified OK Wheelchair Access: yes Insurance: proof of insurance required Other: no rice, birdseed or confetti |
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925/935-7871
www.ci.walnut-creek.ca.us
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