Dreaming of a cozy coastal wedding with redwoods, rugged cliffs, and seaside charm? Mendocino offers romantic venues perfect for intimate celebrations and breathtaking backdrops.
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Unique Venues
1. The Inn at Newport Ranch
The Inn at Newport Ranch is a one-of-a-kind venue for unique weddings and other special celebrations. Located three and a half hours north of San Francisco, the ranch features redwood forests, sandy beaches, 20 miles of private trails, and spectacular ocean views, and offers beautiful locations for special weddings for up to 60 people.
Several indoor and outdoor spaces include Celebration Point, Council Bluff, Panoramic Hilltop, The Newport Room, The Green, and The North Lawn, while the main dining room boasts a 20-foot stone fireplace and breathtaking ocean views. The inn provides overnight accommodations for up to 28 guests, and special services include tailor-made menus and preferred vendor lists.
Address: The Inn at Newport Ranch, 31502 CA-1, Fort Bragg, CA 95437, Phone: 707-962-4818
2. Camp Navarro
Set on a pristine 200-acre property with breathtaking views in Navarro, Camp Navarro is a beautiful wedding venue surrounded by beautiful redwood forests and split in half by the Navarro River. Camp Navarro features rustic indoor and outdoor event spaces for all kinds of functions, including a 4,600-square-foot event hall and a 10,000-square-foot, double-story main lodge. Overnight accommodations are available for guests in the main lodge and 125 lodging units around the property, and wedding services include a rehearsal dinner, a stunning bridal suite, in-house catering and beverage services, and lighting, audiovisual and sound equipment.
Address: Camp Navarro, 901 Masonite Industrial Rd, Navarro, CA 95463, Phone: 707-633-3020
3. MacCallum House Inn
MacCallum House Inn is a historic 1882 bed and breakfast in Mendocino that offers deluxe accommodations, a charming restaurant serving local cuisine, and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. The lovely inn is ideal for intimate and romantic weddings with several spaces for ceremonies and receptions.
Address: MacCallum House Inn, 45020 Albion St, Mendocino, CA 95460, Phone: 707-937-0289
4. Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens
The Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens is located on 47 acres in Fort Bragg and features a variety of delicate ecosystems, ranging from coastal bluffs, canyons, a closed pine forest, and wetlands. The Gardens are home to several collections of fauna that are suited to the mild coastal Mediterranean climate, such as conifers, begonias, heaths and heathers, fuchsias, magnolias, dahlias, maples, and succulents. The gardens have intimate and romantic spaces for special celebrations and weddings with ample outdoor areas for ceremonies, cocktail gatherings, and receptions. Rhody's Garden Café is open seasonally and serves a menu of locally sourced organic cuisine.
Address: 18220 CA-1, Fort Bragg, CA 95437, Phone: 707-964-4352
For Younger Couples
5. BARRA of Mendocino
Located in the heart of Mendocino County wine country, BARRA of Mendocino winery is a romantic venue set on 50 acres of rolling vineyards of Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel and breathtaking views. Once the tasting room for Weibel Champagne Cellars, the sprawling 5,000 square foot tasting room is an architectural phenomenon dating back to the 1970s with soaring ceilings, a circular tasting bar, and an indoor fountain. BARRA of Mendocino offers several unique spaces on the property for various types of functions, including outdoor ceremonies and indoor receptions for up to 200 guests, award-winning catering and nine different varietals of wines from the winery.
Address: BARRA of Mendocino, 7051 N State St, Redwood Valley, CA 95470, Phone: 707-485-0322
6. Albion River Inn
Perched on a cliff overlooking the ocean, the Albion River Inn is a chic, romantic inn that offers spectacular oceanfront lodging and dining and a stunning venue for weddings and other special celebrations. Located in the heart of the Mendocino and Headlands Historic District and just a few miles from Van Damme State Park and the Kelley House Museum, the inn features contemporary, refined rooms and cozy cottages with sitting areas and fireplaces, whirlpool tubs, and furnished decks with breathtaking views. Complimentary amenities include a full breakfast in the elegant ocean-view bar and restaurant with live piano music, and ample parking.
Address: Albion River Inn, 3790 CA-1, Albion, CA 95410, Phone: 707-937-1919
7. Brutocao Cellars Schoolhouse Plaza
Located in Brutocao School House Plaza in the heart of the aptly named Contento Vineyard, Brutocao Cellars offers a romantic venue for weddings. Guests can choose from several spaces ranging from an intimate dining room and a spacious and elegant vaulted banquet room to a beautiful private outdoor area with views over the vineyards. A large party barn with an adjoining open-air tent is surrounded by lush lawns and can accommodate up to 200 guests. The venue offers a list of preferred vendors for services such as catering, floral arrangements, photography, and music, and fine wines from the estate are available for the special day.
Address: Brutocao Cellars Schoolhouse Plaza, 13500 US-101, Hopland, CA 95449, Phone: 800-433-3689
Recommended Venues
8. Cuffey's Cove Ranch
Cuffey's Cove Ranch is a historic coastal ranch and family-run property on the Mendocino Coast that offers a stunning venue for private events and weddings. Boasting over a thousand acres of rolling meadows and verdant forests, the ranch features several beautifully preserved barns and the historic Kenney House, which is perfect for private events and weddings. The Kenney House features five beautiful bedrooms that can accommodate up to 12 guests, comfortable living areas and a dining room, and a fully equipped kitchen. The main barn has a lovely deck with the coastal views and is perfect for outdoor ceremonies and cocktail receptions and has water and electricity for catering purposes.
4801 Shoreline Hwy, Elk, CA 95432, Phone: 707-780-1979
9. Elk Cove Inn & Spa
The Elk Cove Inn & Spa is a charming Craftsman-style mansion dating back to 1883 that offers a unique venue for special celebrations and weddings. Set on a hilltop overlooking the Mendocino Coast and a short walk from Greenwood State Beach, the inn features comfortable guest rooms with modern amenities and terraces with views. Cozy cottages are available for guests wanting extra privacy, a delicious breakfast buffet with Champagne in the mornings, and cocktails and wine are served each afternoon. A chic guest lounge, a day spa, and a rooftop deck offer stylish spaces for intimate receptions, while a beachfront gazebo is a perfect spot for a romantic beach ceremony against a backdrop of ocean views.
6300 CA-1, Elk, CA 95432, Phone: 707-877-3321
📔 I get asked this a lot so I decided to include it:
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What makes the Mendocino Coast special?
- The Mendocino Coast is an enchanted place with spectacular natural beauty and an idyllic spot for a wedding.
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What is the setting like in Mendocino?
- Boasting dramatic ocean-bluff setting overlooking a steel-blue sea, the charming coastal hamlet resembles a quaint New England village with neat saltbox cottages framed by picket fences, roses, and wind chimes.
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What amenities and attractions are available in Mendocino?
- Luxurious bed-and-breakfasts offer romantic overnight stays, cozy restaurants serve fresh locally sourced seafood and local organic wines, and eclectic art galleries showcase local artworks and quality handicrafts.
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What special venues can be found in Mendocino?
- The gorgeous coastal city also offers a variety of venues for special celebrations from romantic ceremonies to grand receptions and here are some of them.
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