Dawn Ranch is a hotel destination wedding venue in Guerneville, United States. Best months: June, July, August, September.
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Dawn Ranch sits in the Russian River countryside at Guerneville, with 86 restored rooms spread across cottages, cabins, chalets, glamping tents and bungalows.
Dawn Ranch in Guerneville, open June–September.
Dawn Ranch sits in the Russian River countryside at Guerneville, with 86 restored rooms spread across cottages, cabins, chalets, glamping tents and bungalows.
Ceremonies can be held outdoors on the grounds, with both indoor and outdoor space available for the reception, plus a meeting and banquet space for dinners and gatherings.
Catering is handled in-house, and the full property can be bought out for wedding weekends.
The ranch is roughly 90 minutes from the airport we estimate to be Charles M.
The property is pristine and serene. We loved having easy access to the Russian River with kayaks and tubes to borrow. We spent time at one pool that had pool floats and an adjacent bar. At night we roasted marshmallows and made s’mores, which were complimentary. The cabin we stayed in was retro chic with a fireplace. Loved every amenity and the entire vibe. Plus easy walking distance to downtown Guerneville. Highly recommend for both couples and families.
Kryn Carter · on Google →What Dawn Ranch has put in writing.
Read from the venue's own pages, quoted where we can. Anything marked estimate is ours, from regional rates, and is not a quote. They say they host weddings here.
- Rooms
- 86 roomssource
- Room types
- 19 listedsource
- Whole property to yourselves
- Yessource
“We offer 86 luxury accommodations in this Guerneville hotel, from cabins to chalets to tents nestled in one of California’s most unique microclimates at the foothills of the expansive redwood forest.”
“Bungalow with Garden View”
“Our Sonoma wedding venue provides exclusive buyout options, allowing you and your guests to enjoy a private wedding retreat.”
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yessource
“Imagine exchanging vows beneath a canopy of towering trees, with soft sunlight filtering through the branches, creating a natural cathedral of light and shadow.”
- Kitchen on site
- Yessource
“Our expert culinary team will help you design a custom menu that complements your vision while highlighting the flavors of Sonoma County’s Wine Country.”
- Price
- US$60,000 to US$150,000 for the whole propertyestimate
- Nearest airport
- STS, 90 min by carestimate
- Event spaces
- Banquet roomsource
- Indoors or out
- Bothsource
- Setting
- Countryside, restored, relaxedsource
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
“Our natural setting provides the perfect environment for celebration. From weddings to retreats, company outings to concerts, *we’re elevating our traditions with both indoor and alfresco venues.*”
“Nestled in the heart of Sonoma County, Dawn Ranch is an enchanting retreat offering couples a breathtaking Sonoma wedding venue surrounded by towering redwoods, lush gardens, and the serene Russian River.”
4 our own notes.
86 rooms across cottages, cabins, chalets, glamping and tents
Full property buyout available for wedding weekends
Outdoor ceremony space plus indoor and outdoor reception options
In-house catering team
Best held in June, July, August.
The months the weather, and the local rhythm, is kindest to a stay at Dawn Ranch.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
Things worth knowing.
Figures are estimates, modeled from regional rates and public sources, not a quote from the venue. Once the venue claims this page, their own rates take precedence.
Asked along the way.
Can we book the whole property for our wedding?+
Yes, Dawn Ranch offers a full buyout. Based on our estimates, buyout pricing sits somewhere around USD 60,000 to 150,000, so please confirm current rates directly with the venue.
How many guests can stay on site?+
There are 86 rooms in total. Room types range from two-guest options such as the Redwood Cabin, Glamping King and Green Meadow Chalet, up to four-guest Two-Bedroom Cottages. An ADA accessible Grove One Bedroom Cottage sleeping three is also available.
Can we marry outdoors?+
Yes, outdoor ceremonies are possible, and the property has both indoor and outdoor space, including a meeting and banquet area.
Is catering provided by the venue?+
Yes, catering is handled in-house at Dawn Ranch.
How do we get there and who do we contact?+
Transfer time is about 90 minutes, and we estimate the nearest airport to be Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County (STS). You can reach the venue on +1 707-869-0656 or at hello@dawnranch.com.
Others to weigh.
Hold dates at Dawn Ranch.
A note to us with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.