Shambhala Ranch
Mendocino County Wedding Location21200 Orr Springs Road
Mendocino County, CA
Phone: 707/937-3341
www.shambhalaranch.com
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SPECIAL OFFER: Book your green wedding for 2008, and get 10% off of event rental fee.
Description
The road to Shambhala has to be one of the loveliest in Northern California. It winds through cool, shady forests and over rocky hills, covered with fields of dry grass that glow in the sun like parched honey. Sometimes, when you round the curve at the top of one of those hills, there’s a breathtaking vista of distant mountains, hazy valleys and endless sky.
Shambhala is halfway between Ukiah and the coastal town of Mendocino and, thanks to the beautiful drive, we were already in a pleasantly altered state by the time we got there. "There" is a custom-built retreat and workshop center, nestled in 140 acres of rolling hills. The land was originally settled by Germans and Finns in the late 1800s, and you can still see an old wooden building used for drying fruit just below the main house.
Stepping into the house only increased our sense of well being. It’s constructed of redwood (milled on the property), which lends warmth to walls, beamed ceilings and trim throughout. Arched brick fireplaces and entryways manage to be both rustic and elegant at the same time. Homey, personal touches abound: an eclectic assortment of masks on the stairwell walls, collectibles in niches, colorful area rugs and comfortable furnishings placed around the gleaming hardwood floors. And, of course, there are windows everywhere, letting in the sunlight and views of the surrounding hills. The spacious meeting room, which can be used for workshops, seminars, yoga, indoor receptions or dancing, has its own sound system, and opens onto a large deck and lawn. Upstairs bedrooms are light and airy, and two of them share a deck with a view of the forested hills, and the glimmering pond. If you like, music of your choice can be played throughout the house and decks. And, as wonderful as all this looks during the day, nighttime at Shambhala is just as breathtaking: the house and grounds are subtly lit, and the clear sky may as well be a swath of black velvet, embedded with stars and the bright streaks of wayward meteors.
The grounds reveal more delightful surprises. There’s a spring-fed pond that’s excellent for swimming, and a lovely creek (with rock formations and its own little waterfall) that becomes a roaring river in the winter. Nearby orchards supply a variety of fruits, while vegetables and herbs are grown in a backyard garden area (which also happens to have patio tables and market umbrellas—in case you want to have a casual brunch or small reception). There’s a redwood forest and a large, grassy knoll where Indians once lived (a great place for meditation), and a multi-purpose meadow for rituals and outdoor events. Your ever-thoughtful hosts have also provided a pondside hot tub with a massage table under the trees, for the ultimate relaxing experience.
Weddings, retreats, workshops, family reunions and private parties all find a serene and spiritually uplifting home here. Although the ranch is quite civilized, civilization as we generally know it intrudes very little—you won’t even see any electrical or telephone lines, as the center is solar powered. The quiet beauty of the landscape has a healing effect, which is only fitting for a place called "Shambhala." The name comes from a legendary Himalayan kingdom, where an enlightened society lived by Tibetan Buddhist teachings. One of them is that there is some magic in everything, waiting for each individual to discover it. Shambhala Ranch’s magic lies not so much in its obvious natural gifts, but in the way it can help you find your own.
Capacity
Ceremony |
Reception/Special Events |
Meetings |
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Max. Seated Indoors: 50 Max. Seated Outdoors: 99 |
Max. Seated Indoors: 50 Max. Seated Outdoors: 99 Max. Standing Indoors: 50 Max. Standing Outdoors: 99 |
Max. Seated: 50 |
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CEREMONY CAPACITY: In cooler months, Shambhala holds 30–50 seated indoors. In warmer months, up to 99 guests can be seated on the adjoining deck and lawn. Outdoors, there are several meadows that hold up to 99 seated guests. |
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Fees & Deposits
To reserve your date, a deposit is required; call for details. The site rental fee for weddings and receptions is $1500-$2,970 depending upon guest count. Overnight lodging is $1,750 per night for up to 24 guests. Rates for longer stays are negotiable. Exclusive use includes: use of the ranch house and its outdoor areas, a spring-fed pond for swimming and boating, hot tub, music system throughout the house, decks and meeting room, and a fully equipped kitchen. A kitchen use fee applies if you bring in your own caterer.
Availability
Year-round, daily, anytime, including holidays.
CateringProvidedBYO AlcoholBYOSites UsesCeremoniesWedding Receptions Special Events, Parties Business Functions/Meetings Rehearsal Dinners On-Site Accommodations Services/AmenitiesCatering: CBA or BYOParking: adequate Kitchen Facilities: fully equipped, commercial Accommodations: 6 guestrooms for up to 24 guests; future expansion may include more rooms Tables & Chairs: provided for up to 99 guests Linens, Silver, etc.: provided for up to 99 guests Telephone: separate guest line Restrooms: very limited wheelchair accessibility Outdoor Night Lighting: yes Dance Floor: in Meeting Room and adjoining deck Outdoor Cooking Facilities: BBQ Bride's & Groom's Dressing Area: yes Cleanup: renter or caterer Meeting Equipment: TV/DVD/VCR, sound and mulitmedia system, satellite music and TV and photography CBA, extra fee View: spring-fed pond, meadows, redwood forest, orchards, rolling hills, garden and valley Other: special breakfasts on request; flowers |
MusicIndoorsOutdoors w/ Restrictions Wheelchair AccessAccess LimitedSite ViewsCreek/RiverForest/Wooded Area Garden Garden Patio/Courtyard Hills Lagoon/Pond Landscaped Grounds Meadow/Fields Panoramic Valley Waterfall RestrictionsAlcohol: BYO, licensed server requiredWheelchair Access: limited Smoking: outside designated areas only Insurance: event liability required for weddings Music: acoustic and low volume amplified OK with restrictions Other: no open flames; children require adult supervision; decorations need approval; no pets; no rice or confetti; candles for ceremonies only |
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707/937-3341
www.shambhalaranch.com
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