Holly Farm is an estate destination wedding venue in CA, United States, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY), 20-25 minutes. Best months: July, August, September, October.
Holly Farm
Holly Farm offers couples a rare advantage: a working estate on California's Central Coast where you can actually maximize guest comfort with indoor and outdoor options across 9200 Carmel Valley Rd.
About Holly Farm
Holly Farm offers couples a rare advantage: a working estate on California's Central Coast where you can actually maximize guest comfort with indoor and outdoor options across 9200 Carmel Valley Rd.
The 4.9-star rated property provides flexible space configurations, so your ceremony layout doesn't dictate your reception setup.
With Monterey Peninsula just minutes away, guests arrive refreshed rather than exhausted from a destination trek.
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Erin and Ryan are the BEST! I'm an event/wedding planner and we had an absolute blast working at this venue. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a really special wedding weekend experience.
Gina Mariko Rosales · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- MRY, 25 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Estate property with 150+ guest capacity across multiple indoor and outdoor pavilions
- Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars
- Located 20 minutes from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) for convenient guest travel
- On-site flexibility: separate ceremony and reception spaces reduce vendor coordination needs
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 4:00 PMGuest arrival; cocktails on the grounds
- 5:30 PMCeremony begins in oak-shaded pavilion
- 6:15 PMCocktail hour; guest mingling across estate
- 7:00 PMReception dinner service in main hall
- 9:30 PMDancing and dessert; venue closes at 10:30 PM
- 10:00 AMOptional morning-after brunch for wedding party and close guests
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- MRY · about 25 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Monterey Regional Airport.
- Typical total
- $18,000-35,000Aisle estimate
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$18,000-35,000 (100 guests, ceremony + reception + catering)
- Ceremony fee
- $2,000-4,000Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $85-150 a headAisle estimate
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$85-150 (catering varies by vendor)
- Room rate
- $180-400 a nightAisle estimate
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$180-400 (nearby properties; no on-site lodging)
- Weather window
- July – October
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (831) 625-1926
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Estate venues typically charge ceremony and reception fees separately. Final cost depends on season, guest count, and whether you use Holly Farm's preferred vendors. Contact venue directly for current pricing.
Questions about the venue
What's included in the venue rental?+
Contact Holly Farm directly at http://www.hollyfarm.com/ for current packages. Estate venues typically include tables, chairs, and basic lighting, with additional amenities available à la carte.
Can we bring our own vendors?+
Holly Farm allows outside catering, florals, and most services. Check with the venue about preferred vendor lists and any restrictions on photography or music amplification.
What's the weather like in Carmel Valley in peak wedding season?+
May-October averages 65-75°F with minimal rain. The estate's mix of covered and open spaces accommodates varying conditions without requiring extensive rentals.
Is there guest accommodation on-site?+
Holly Farm is primarily a day-use venue. Nearby lodging includes Carmel Valley Ranch and Bernardus Lodge, both 5-10 minutes away.
How far is this from Big Sur?+
Approximately 45 minutes south, making it accessible for guests interested in pre- or post-wedding exploration.
Could this be your venue?
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.