The Best Beach & Waterfront Wedding Venues in Occidental, CA

The Best Beach & Waterfront Wedding Venues in Occidental, CA

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12 Wedding Venues in Occidental, CA

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Nick's Cove 

5.0

Marshall, CA
  • Up to 120 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $3,500

Encircled by the pristine sea and sky, surrounded by friends and family all enjoying the magical moment with fresh, award-winning cuisine, fantastic hand-crafted cocktails, and great music. Let Nick’s Cove Restaurant, Oyster Bar & Cottages help make your dream wedding come true. The coastline of Tomales Bay is the perfect setting for a romantic wedding and we provide an endless number of picturesque options where a bride and groom can celebrate their vows or capture their wedding photographs. Later, guests can enjoy an elegant, private reception at Nick’s Cove Restaurant and Oyster Bar, featuring the finest seafood, shellfish, meats, and wines that Northern California has to offer. Following the reception, the happy couple can retreat to the peace and privacy of their romantic waterfront cottage. For weddings with 50 or less guests, please review our General Guidelines. For weddings with over 50 guests, please review our Buy-Out Guidelines.

The pier at Nick’s Cove was the perfect setting for our intimate (COVID) wedding. While the boathouse itself is public property, the staff at Nick’s went out of their way to support our event. Tomales Bay at sunset is a pretty spectacular way to exchange vows and Nick’s hamburgers in the boathouse made for a perfect wedding feast!
Larry & J., 4 years ago
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Straus Home Ranch 
Marshall, CA
  • Up to 160 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

Our family's homestead - our 166-acre historic organic ranch, nestled amongst towering eucalyptus and cypress trees, and sitting directly on the shores of Tomales Bay on the coast of West Marin - is a truly idyllic setting and unique wedding venue, with spectacular water views, pastures and rolling hills. Capacity: Up to 180 guests. Packages: Contact us for details. Availability: ** 2024: Contact us for pricing and to schedule a venue tour. Special Treats: Organic soft serve ice cream is a *huge* hit; plus we offer theater-style pop-corn and late-night bon fire (perfect for s'mores). Home Base: Our ranch is a perfect spot for family and friends to hang out, play lawn games, and as a home base to explore all that West Marin offers. Accommodations: Plenty of local accommodations, including on-site and within an easy 5-minute walk, or 10-minute drive.

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Slide Ranch 

5.0

Muir Beach, CA
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor

Set on the cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Slide Ranch combines breathtaking natural beauty with a down-to-earth vibe for your wedding! With a plethora of breathtaking natural vistas & backdrops for wedding events & photos, Slide Ranch is the ideal setting for couples who love the outdoors & want a laid-back atmosphere for their special day. Say “I do” on our sweeping lawns framed by the stunning scenery of the California coast, then party into the night in our yurt. The natural lighting at Slide Ranch is gorgeous, particularly in the late afternoon when the sun is setting over the Pacific. There is also a trail stretching from the wedding ceremony area right down to the sands, which offers plenty of stunning natural locations for couple portraits and sunset shots, backed by the rugged rock formations of the coast. Because Slide Ranch is an environmental education non-profit organization, you know your money is going to a worthy cause.

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At Andria Leigh Events we treasure every chance to produce a wedding at Slide Ranch! This venue allows our clients to treat their loved ones to a unique, outdoor wedding experience on the breathtaking, rugged CA coast, with the comforts of gorgeous existing event structures like the dinner deck and yurt (perfect for dancing!). The team goes above and beyond to accommodate requests, and the event is entirely customizable - a hike-in ceremony, yurt dance floor and/or a glamp-out sleepover are such fun and rare options. Perfect for the modern, adventurous or outdoorsy client!
Jessica Shapiro, planner, 4 years ago
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Riggers Loft Wine Company 

5.0

Richmond, CA
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $4,500

Riggers Loft is situated on the edge of the San Francisco Bay. It is urban chic with high loft ceilings and wooden trusses that invite further decoration. The venue is filled with windows looking out onto the bay with the city skyline directly across the bay. The inside space is 7000 square feet with a footprint that is malleable, and is easily and beautifully delineated by racks of wine barrels. Outside is a 5000 square foot patio overlooking the bay. Many lovely ceremonies have taken place there with sailboats drifting by, and seagulls and sea lions making their entrances as well.

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Riggers Loft Wine Company was the perfect venue for our wedding! From the moment we reached out, the team was efficient, easy, and professional to work with. The venue itself is truly unique, with gorgeous views that made for a stunning backdrop to our special day. They were incredibly flexible, allowing our vendors to easily deliver chairs and linens. Additionally, the in-house catering (shoutout to Chef Frank) was able to work with our budget to provide an incredible meal that all of our guests raved about. Our day was perfect because we went with Riggers Loft!
Angela, 2 months ago
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The Lighthouse, LLC 

5.0

Vallejo, CA
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $9,000

Welcome to the Lighthouse - a serene waterfront oasis and event property for weddings, special celebrations, corporate events, and more. Nestled in Glen Cove among rolling hills and a majestic waterfront—this historic building, originally built in 1910 and moved from another location, is rich in local history and has been renovated to include a combination of modern-day conveniences and historic charm. Your Celebration Awaits at The Lighthouse at Glen Cove Marina. A one-of-a-kind destination for once-in-a-lifetime affairs. Please note: The Lighthouse is not an all-inclusive venue. As such, clients must hire licensed and insured vendors, including food and beverage, for their Lighthouse event. Please refer to the Preferred Partners page on our website for a list of pre-approved vendors to choose from. The Lighthouse proudly serves and celebrates all races, ethnicities, orientations, identities, and religions.

Both my wife and I are from bay areas so it was important to get married by the water. I can’t stress enough how beautiful this venue is. It’s pretty much all inclusive, you can bring your own booze, vendors and decorations. It includes a stay in their fabulous inn which is 4 bedrooms. Our whole bridal party stayed and it was the best experience. We decided to book the night before too. You can even take pictures on the Marina docks right next to the property (for a small fee). The place itself is so dreamy, we used one lawn for our ceremony and one for lawn games and our cocktail tables. Watching the sunset from the reception space and the sparkly lights on both lawns was just sooo gorgeous. Now for the team, they went ABOVE and BEYOND to accommodate our requests and answer all my hundred questions and they were so flexible with us when we had to postpone for Covid twice. We are incredibly grateful for the team. They shared all their tips and tricks and made our wedding perfect. The coordination between the wedding venue and our planner was flawless. And best part was the seamless delivery of our late night snack, hot pretzels! And the space perfect accommodated a photo booth which everyone loved. We finally got married in September 2023! I highly recommend as a wedding venue 10/10.
Ashley (McCullough) T., a year ago

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About wedding venues in Occidental, CA

How much do wedding venues typically cost in Occidental, CA?

The cost of a wedding venue varies widely by location, number of guests, and many other details of the wedding package. Occidental, CA offers a range of options that can fit most budgets. Raw venue space rentals (which only include the space itself) start at $1,500 and average $7,500. All-inclusive packages start at $180 and average $5,300.

What types of venues can I find in Occidental, CA?

Occidental offers a wide range of venues, including Vineyard, Barn and ranch and Park and garden.

What are some of the best wedding and reception venues available in Occidental, CA?

Some of the most popular venues in this area include Driftwood Lodge, Fairview Napa and D'Argenzio Winery. But just like finding "the one," finding the perfect wedding venue takes time and a little bit of magic. Start by envisioning your dream wedding - the ambiance, style, and location. Then, explore our extensive collection of carefully curated wedding venues. Our marketplace provides detailed information, stunning photos, and real couples' reviews to help you make an informed decision. Trust your instincts, and when you find that venue that gives you butterflies, you'll know it's the one.

What questions should I ask when booking a venue in Occidental, CA?

It all depends on what you're looking for, but you may want to consider things like whether the venue has an on-site bridal suite (34% in Occidental do) or whether the venue provides an event coordinator (17% in Occidental do!).

Additionally, some venues work with certain caterers and require a minimum food and beverage spend in addition to the space rentals. Others might have a recommended list of preferred caterers that they'd like you to work with.

Can the venues in Occidental, CA accommodate both small and large weddings?

Of course! Small wedding venues in Occidental, CA can host intimate parties while large venues can accommodate up to 1200. The average venue in Occidental can seat 120 guests.

What amenities do the reception venues in Occidental, CA offer?

The venues in Occidental, CA are known for the exceptional suite of services and amenities offered to couples and their wedding parties. The most common services provided are Wi-Fi, Wheelchair accessible and Dressing room / Bridal Suite. Some venues even offer Transportation!

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