Pacheco Ranch Winery 235 Alameda del Prado • Novato • CA 94949
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- A remarkable 1876 Italianate ranch house sits at the heart of this historic winery, where gracious al fresco celebrations are held among mature oaks, Italian cypress, and heirloom citrus and olive trees. The spacious outdoor reception area is especially magical as night falls, with thousands of sparkling twinkle lights and spotlights tucked in the tall trees. This is summer romance at its finest.
- Spread throughout the bucolic grounds are five distinctly beautiful event sites. The first, near the entrance, features two large olive trees that frame the ceremony, while a second boasts an expansive lawn with an old-growth redwood tree as a focal point. If you want a more elevated perspective, head a bit higher in the hills where you can overlook the vineyards … or cross their creek via a wooden bridge to a secluded spot with a fluttery Bay tree and a profusion of greenery.
- Yours will be the only wedding held all weekend, meaning the ultimate in exclusivity and freedom. Even better, the venue's affordable rates and accommodating policies ensure you can create exactly the day you dream. Want to use your own caterer? That’s fine, or they can recommend some good local ones. Want to bring your furry bestie? No problem. Envision staying on the dance floor till midnight? Yep, this is one of the only places around where you can. The options are truly endless.
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PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $3,500–5,000/event
- Rental fee varies depending on:
- Day of week
- Guest count
The rental fee includes exclusive use of the ceremony and reception space.
The venue is outdoor-only, so availability is limited to May–October dates.
Ceremony Fee
- $1,500/event
Ceremony fees are only required for Ceremony-Only events.
Capacity
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 0 | 200 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 0 | 200 |
| Reception | Seated | 0 | 200 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 200. | ||
CEREMONY, EVENT/RECEPTION & MEETING CAPACITY: The site can accommodate up to 200 guests outdoors, seated or standing.
Venue Details
Site Uses
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Ceremony
- Outdoor Reception
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- Late Night
Essential Info
Price
$ • $$
Catering
Preferred list
BYO
Alcohol
In-house
BYO
There is a 2-case minimum wine purchase. All additional alcohol is BYO.
Amplified Music
Outdoors
Wheelchair Access
Access limited
Availability
May–October, daily.
Venue Type
Buildings & other settings available:
- Banquet Hall / Events Facility
- Garden
- Historic / Landmark Building
- Mountain
- Ranch / Farm
- Winery / Vineyard
- Private Estate
Venue Views
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Forest / Woods
- Garden
- Hills
- Meadow / Fields
- Mountains
- Panoramic
- Vineyard
- Waterfall
Services & Amenities
Feel like a VIP with these services and amenities:
Catering: select from list or BYO
Kitchen Facilities: prep area
Tables & Chairs: CBA
Linens, Silver, etc.: CBA
Restrooms: CBA
Dance Floor: CBA
Dressing Area: yes
AV/Meeting Equipment: CBA
Parking: large lots
Accommodations: no guest rooms, hotels nearby
Outdoor Night Lighting: café and market lights, landscape uplighting
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: BBQ CBA
Cleanup: caterer
View: garden, hills; panorama of vineyard, waterfall, historic home
Other: picnic area, event coordination
Restrictions
But take note of the following limitations!
Alcohol: 2-case minimum wine purchase, all else BYO
Smoking: allowed, bring ashtrays
Music: amplified OK outdoors
Wheelchair Access: limited
Insurance: required for vendors
Pacheco Ranch Winery
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