Santa Margarita Ranch Est. Prior to 1930

9000 Yerba Buena Avenue, Santa Margarita, California, United States

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805.438.6960 Ext. 260
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We invite you to experience our ranch’s rich history, majestic scenery and impeccable service.
The ranch’s majestic terrain was home to Native Americans for thousands of years. The Salinan and Chumash tribes converged here to live amid the fertile valley soils, mountain forests, plentiful water and abundant wildlife.
The Lowdown
Type
Barn / Farm / Ranch
Garden
Historic Building
Other
Views
Farm View
Historical Monument
Landscaped Grounds
Meadow/Field
Rolling Hills
Style
Country
Rustic
Spanish
Vintage
Western
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Wedding Reception

Venue Setting

From early Native American inhabitants to Spanish padres, Mexican generals to itinerant outlaws, Santa Margarita Ranch boasts an illustrious cultural and historical pedigree that is unrivaled on California’s Central Coast.

The ranch’s majestic terrain was home to Native Americans for thousands of years. The Salinan and Chumash tribes converged here to live amid the fertile valley soils, mountain forests, plentiful water and abundant wildlife.

The ranch was later settled by Franciscan missionaries in the 1770s as part of California’s famed mission trail. The friars raised cattle, planted grapes and established Santa Margarita de Cortona Asistencia as an ”assistance mission” between Mission San Luis Obispo to the south and Mission San Miguel to the north. They also erected the stone-and-mortar Asistencia building (pictured above circa late 1800s). The now-covered walls of the Asistencia still stand today, providing an elegantly rustic backdrop for many weddings and special events.

In 1841, the ranch was granted to Joaquin Estrada, a colorful ranchero who was known for hosting grand fiestas and rodeos. Estrada’s gracious hospitality set the tone for generations to come at Santa Margarita Ranch.

Since 1999, the 14,000-acre Santa Margarita Ranch has been owned by three longtime local winegrowing and ranching families: the Filipponis, Rossis and Wittstroms. Together, they have advanced the ranch’s legacy of hospitality while preserving its roots as a working cattle ranch and vineyard.
Fees
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
Price Range

Does this include catering fees?

No

Insurance

Additional Insurance Is Required To Host An Event At This Venue

Capacity

Seated
650
Buffet
N/A
Standing
1000
Celebrations Hosted Here Since
Prior to 1930
Curfew
10 PM
Venue Spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering
Client Can Select The Caterer Of Their Choice
Alcohol
BYO Permitted – You Can Bring Your Own Alcohol
Music
Indoors & Outdoors
Smoking
Designated Smoking Areas Only
Amenities
  • Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
  • Street Parking
  • Ample Parking Onsite
  • Dining Chairs
  • Dining Tables
  • Onsite Restrooms
Venue Features
The Scene:
The ranch hosts a wide range of ongoing public and private events, such as weddings, fundraisers and festivals—including Savor The Central Coast presented by Sunset Magazine. Santa Margarita Ranch is also a working ranch and vineyard, producing award-winning wines and natural beef with a focus on sustainable practices.

We invite you to experience our ranch’s rich history, majestic scenery and impeccable service at one of our numerous special events—or at your own private wedding or gathering. We look forward to seeing you.
Extra Perks:
Our standard wedding package also includes the following amenities:

280 padded white resin garden chairs
35 five-foot round tables
8 eight-foot tables
Market lights in the garden and barn
2 wine barrel plank bars
6 wine barrels
Private dressing area in the bridal cottage and a one-of-a-kind grooms space
On-site restrooms for up to 250 guests
Lighted and paved olive grove parking lot
Professional on-site venue representative
Security and parking staff
Access to a variety of scenic spots for wedding photography

You may also choose any licensed caterer and host your own bar without corkage fees, allowing you to control all food and beverage costs.

We take care of the logistics so that you can focus on the magic of your wedding day.

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