Cowell Ranch Hay Barn 94 Ranch View Road • Santa Cruz • CA 95064
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- This remarkable 1860s-era restored Hay Barn sits among acres of picturesque Monterey Bay scenery, encompassing golden hillsides, lush meadows, and working pastoral farmland just a short distance from the heart of the UC Santa Cruz campus. Its weathered natural wood exterior, large windows, and dramatic barn doors exude a vintage charm, while thoughtful modern details like radiant flooring ensure comfort for everyone.
- For something truly spectacular, opt for a ceremony at the Ocean View site, where your "I do"s will be set on a gentle rise that is backdropped by a vast expanse of the azure Pacific. Then, transition the party back to the Hay Barn, where you can mingle beneath strings of glowing bistro lights on the patio before moving inside to dance beneath the soaring ceilings.
- Your celebration directly supports the mission of the UC Santa Cruz Center for Agroecology, the managers of the property. This research, education, and public service organization works to advance sustainable agriculture and improve food equity and security through their on-site farm and garden, community initiatives, and outreach. Now that's a reason to celebrate!
DEALS: What discounts, special offers, or packages are available here?
Enjoy off-season discounts available in the Spring and Winter! Inquire for details.
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $6,750/event and up
The rental fee includes:
- 12-hour access to the venue
- 1-hour rehearsal
- Tables & chairs
- Floor heating, insulative sliding barn doors, a small kitchenette, and Apple TV
- And more!
Ceremony Fee
- $1,000/event
All UCSC Alumni can enjoy a complimentary ceremony fee!
GUEST COUNT: How many people can we have here? What’s the max capacity?
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 100 | 175 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 200 | 0 |
| Reception | Seated | 200 | 0 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 202. | ||
Venue Info & FAQs
OPTIONS: What kinds of events can we have here?
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
POLICIES: What are the food, alcohol, music, and other rules here?
Price
$ • $$
Catering
Preferred list
BYO
Alcohol
BYO
Preferred List
Amplified Music
Indoors
Outdoors
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, Saturday, 11am–11pm.
STYLE: What’s the style and overall vibe of this venue?
Buildings & other settings available:
- Barn
- College Campus / School
- Historic / Landmark Building
- Ranch / Farm
VIEWS: What kind of views does this place have?
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Forest / Woods
- Hills
- Meadow / Fields
- Mountains
- Ocean / Bay
- Panoramic
- Valley
Cowell Ranch Hay Barn
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