Secret Redwood Retreat • Aptos • CA 95003
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- Forested garden hideaway for intimate ceremonies and mini-receptions, with a redwood grove, lawn area for games--plus charming details like a garden swing under a giant oak tree for romantic photos. (And a redwood cathedral perfect for elopements!)
- Thoughtful package options range from an intimate micro-wedding to a deluxe package for up to 40 with essential inclusions like planning support, décor and rentals so you can enjoy an enchanting celebration.
- Private retreat lodging for 8 guests in a redwood cabin, plus room for camping, creates an exclusive retreat-like experience.
Deals
All-Inclusive Elopement Package (for just the 2 of you!)
Exchange vows in a private setting among the redwood trees -- just the 2 of you! This special rate of $3,850 includes:
- Micro-wedding location
- 5-hours of planning support
- Professional photography
- Officiant
- Couples' wedding cake
- Overnight lodging
Available Tuesday–Wednesday year-round.
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Package Prices
- $3,850–5,850/event
- Package prices vary depending on:
- Guest count
- Package chosen
The Real Dream Intimate Wedding Package is $5,850 for up to 40 guests and includes:
- Private property for the wedding day ceremony
- Professional photography
- 10 hours of planning support
- Redwood tables, benches, and lighting
- In-house décor, furnishings, and details
- Setup & cleanup of in-house rentals
The Secret Redwood Retreat Wedding Package ranges $4,850–5,850 for 20–40 guests and includes ceremony & reception locations. The Secret Redwood Retreat Wedding Package is available Monday–Thursday.
The Secret Redwood Retreat Elopement Package is $3,850 for the couple and includes:
- Elopement location
- Couples' wedding cake
- Professional photography
- Officiant
- Five hours of planning support
- Overnight lodging for the couple
The Secret Redwood Retreat Elopement Package is offered Tuesday–Wednesday, subject to availability.
Lodging is available for up to eight guests for an additional fee.
Additional Info
There is an option to hire the owner as your Officiant--she's caring, creative, and experienced and can work with you to customize your ceremony. Please inquire.
Capacity
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 0 | 40 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 0 | 40 |
| Reception | Seated | 0 | 40 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 40. | ||
Venue Details
Site Uses
- Ceremony
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- Elopement Packages
- Small Wedding
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- On-Site Accommodations
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
Essential Info
Price
$ • $$
Catering
Preferred list
BYO
Sunny's Catering offers an add-on catering package for up to 40 guests at an estimated cost of $3,550 plus tax & service charge, depending on the menu selection.
Alcohol
BYO
Amplified Music
Indoors
Some restrictions
Wheelchair Access
Access limited
Availability
Year-round, weekends; can vary.
Venue Type
Buildings & other settings available:
- Patio / Deck / Terrace
- Retreat
- Private Home
Venue Views
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Canyon
- Forest / Woods
- Hills
- Landscaped Grounds
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