Bernardus Lodge & Spa 415 W. Carmel Valley Road • Carmel Valley • California 93924
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- Set along a terraced hillside in the heart of idyllic Carmel Valley, this serene lodge exudes a warm, inviting elegance that perfectly harmonizes with its picturesque surroundings. Whether you envision a romantic escape for just the two of you, an intimate al fresco dinner party, or a grand, five-course reception, every element of your day will be perfectly curated to your vision.
- The sweet scent of blooms welcomes you to the spectacular Rose Garden, which encompasses an expansive, grassy lawn, a chef's organic vegetable garden, a vineyard, and—of course—over 100 varieties of fragrant roses. Say "I do" beneath a vine-draped pergola or on a pretty flagstone terrace backed by manicured greenery, as a luminous panorama of the sun-kissed Santa Lucia Mountains unfurls behind you.
- Wine and dine your guests with exclusive culinary delights; each fresh, seasonally-inspired menu is creatively crafted and beautifully presented by the award-winning staff. Sip delectable wines that feature grapes sourced from the property's own vineyards, then dance into the night in the lavish Meritage Ballroom, adorned with 22-foot vaulted ceilings, wrought-iron chandeliers, and velvet-draped French doors that capture a lush garden view.
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PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $20,000–30,000/event
- Rental fee varies depending on:
- Day of week
- Time of year
Venue fees include exclusive use of the event spaces on the wedding day, including the Rose Garden and Ballroom.
Meals (when priced separately)
- $80/person and up
Brunch weddings typically start at $80/person; the average reception dinner is typically around $200/person.
Service Charge or Gratuity
- 23%
GUEST COUNT: How many people can we have here? What’s the max capacity?
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 150 | 200 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 275 | 200 |
| Reception | Seated | 150 | 200 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 150. | ||
CEREMONY CAPACITY: The Wedding Garden accommodates up to 200 seated guests.
EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: The resort can accommodate 12–150 seated or 12–200 standing guests indoors.
MEETING CAPACITY: Meeting spaces hold up to 150 seated guests.
Venue Info & FAQs
OPTIONS: What kinds of events can we have here?
- All-Inclusive
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- On-Site Accommodations
POLICIES: What are the food, alcohol, music, and other rules here?
Price
$$ • $$$
Catering
In-house
Alcohol
In-house
Amplified Music
Indoors
Some restrictions
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, daily until 11pm, including holidays.
STYLE: What’s the style and overall vibe of this venue?
Buildings & other settings available:
- Banquet Hall / Events Facility
- Garden
- Inn / Lodge
- Patio / Deck / Terrace
- Resort / Spa
- Restaurant
- Winery / Vineyard
VIEWS: What kind of views does this place have?
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Fountain / Water Feature
- Garden
- Hills
- Landscaped Grounds
- Mountains
- Vineyard
AMENITIES: What services and amenities are available here?
Feel like a VIP with these services and amenities:
Catering: provided, no BYO
Kitchen Facilities: n/a
Tables & Chairs: provided
Linens, Silver, etc.: provided
Restrooms: wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: portable floor
Dressing Areas: guest room CBA
Meeting Equipment: full range, extra fee
Parking: complimentary valet and self-parking
Accommodations: 73 guest rooms, suites and villas.
Outdoor Night Lighting: access only
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: no
Cleanup: provided
View: Santa Lucia Mountains, vineyard, garden
Other: spa package, croquet and bocce ball, tennis, lap pool, lawn, wedding cakes
RESTRICTIONS: What limitations or restrictions should we know about here?
Take note of the following limitations!
Alcohol: provided
Smoking: not allowed
Music: amplified OK indoors, curfew 11pm, acoustic only outdoors
Wheelchair Access: yes
Insurance: required
Other: no confetti or sparklers
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