Holman Ranch is a hotel destination wedding venue in CA, United States, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY), 45–60 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Holman Ranch
Holman Ranch sprawls across rolling hills in California's Carmel Valley, where oak-studded terrain meets sweeping valley views and vineyards.
About Holman Ranch
Holman Ranch sprawls across rolling hills in California's Carmel Valley, where oak-studded terrain meets sweeping valley views and vineyards.
This 265-acre working ranch property offers manicured gardens, rustic-elegant barn and garden venues, and on-site accommodations for 40+ guests.
The landscape shifts from open grasslands to intimate ceremony sites, all positioned to capture golden-hour light and panoramic mountain backdrops.
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As a wedding planner, I work at many venues and I honestly cannot say enough great things about Holman Ranch and their entire team! Not only is it a stunning property, but the staff and their attention to detail is unmatched.
Eileen Murphy · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Staying over
- Rooms
- 14 rooms
- Sleeps
- 46 guests
Money
- Price
- US$15,000 to US$35,000 venue feeAisle estimate
House rules
- Exclusive use required
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- MRY, 60 min by carAisle estimate
- Step-free access
- Yes
The spaces
- Setting
- Vineyard, historic, elegant
Venue highlights
- 265 acres of vineyard and ranch land with multiple ceremony and reception sites
- On-site hotel accommodates up to 40+ guests for multi-day celebrations
- Historic barn and garden pavilion venues with private event spaces
- Full-service catering kitchen and bar facilities on property
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
See the day-by-day outline+
Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 4:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in at hotel; welcome reception on garden terrace
- 7:00 PMCasual rehearsal dinner in barn or garden room
- 10:00 AMHair and makeup at hotel suites
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- MRY · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Monterey Regional Airport.
- Typical total
- $15,000–35,000+Aisle estimate
See the full figure+
$15,000–$35,000+ for 75 guests (venue, catering, basic decor; excludes florals, photography, entertainment)
- Ceremony fee
- $1,500–3,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $75–150 a headAisle estimate
See the full figure+
$75–$150 (food and beverage, pricing varies)
- Room rate
- $200–400 a nightAisle estimate
See the full figure+
$200–$400 per room (hotel rooms on-site)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (831) 659-2640
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies significantly based on season, guest count, and services selected. Contact venue directly for exact quotes. Peak season (spring/fall) commands higher rates.
Questions about the venue
What is the guest capacity at Holman Ranch?+
The venue accommodates 20–150 guests depending on which spaces and outdoor areas you select for ceremony and reception.
Are accommodations available on-site?+
Yes, Holman Ranch is also a hotel property, with on-site rooms available for wedding guests. This allows you to host a true destination wedding with guests staying at the venue.
Can we host both ceremony and reception at Holman Ranch?+
Absolutely. The property features multiple garden and barn venues suitable for ceremonies, cocktails, and receptions, all within the same location.
Does Holman Ranch provide catering?+
Yes, the venue has a full-service kitchen and can coordinate catering. You may also arrange outside catering depending on your preferences.
What is the best time of year to get married at Holman Ranch?+
Summer is warm and dry; winter is possible but can be rainy.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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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.
Sources for individual venue facts
Rooms: 14 rooms
“14 guests rooms sleep up to 46 people and are reserved for those who have booked the property”
Read the source for roomsSleeps: 46 guests
“14 guests rooms sleep up to 46 people and are reserved for those who have booked the property”
Read the source for sleepsExclusive use required: Yes
“As a 750 acre private estate, we only host one event at a time, giving you exclusive access to our historic hacienda, secluded lawn, and guest rooms during your event.”
Read the source for exclusive use requiredStep-free access: Yes
“ADA accessible ceremony area with heel-friendly grass”
Read the source for step-free accessSetting: Vineyard, historic, elegant
“Holman Ranch is a boutique winery with stunning vineyards that produce some of the region’s best pinot noir and chardonnay.”
Read the source for setting