Preston Castle Foundation is an estate destination wedding venue in CA, United States, hosting up to 150 guests (Aisle estimate) in the $$$ price range, reached from Sacramento International Airport (SMF), 90 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Preston Castle Foundation
Preston Castle Foundation offers couples a rare chance to marry inside a restored 1889 Gothic Revival mansion with working bathrooms, electricity, and climate control, meaning your guests enjoy history without sacrificing comfort.
About Preston Castle Foundation
Preston Castle Foundation offers couples a rare chance to marry inside a restored 1889 Gothic Revival mansion with working bathrooms, electricity, and climate control, meaning your guests enjoy history without sacrificing comfort. The 13,000-square-foot estate in the Sierra foothills provides multiple indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception spaces, eliminating weather backup concerns. Your wedding also supports the foundation's ongoing restoration and educational mission.
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Love the history shared during the tours. The docents are all very friendly and informative, and there are so many rooms to explore. The guided tours are small and personalized. Highly recommend!
Sarah Alvarez · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Money
- Price
- US$2,500 to US$6,000 venue feeAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- SMF, 90 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 13,000-square-foot Victorian castle built in 1889 with original architectural details
- Multiple ceremony and reception spaces accommodate groups from 20 to 150 guests indoors or outdoors
- Located on 10 acres in Ione, California, approximately 90 minutes from Sacramento
- 4.7/5 Google rating from guests and visitors
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 4:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in at nearby hotels
- 5:30 PMRehearsal at Preston Castle
- 7:00 PMRehearsal dinner (off-site or at venue if arranged)
- 2:00 PMGuest arrival and photos
- 3:30 PMCeremony
- 4:30 PMCocktail hour
- 5:30 PMReception dinner and dancing
- 10:00 PMEvent conclusion
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- SMF · about 1 h 30 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Sacramento International Airport.
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (209) 256-3623
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Questions about the venue
Can we hold both ceremony and reception at Preston Castle?+
Yes. The castle features multiple spaces including grand halls, parlors, and exterior grounds suitable for ceremonies and receptions of varying sizes.
Are there accommodations for guests on-site?+
The venue does not operate as a hotel. Nearby lodging options exist in Ione and surrounding areas within 10-20 minutes' drive.
What is the guest capacity?+
Preston Castle accommodates 20 to 150 guests depending on the spaces you reserve and your event layout.
Is outdoor ceremony possible?+
Yes. The 10-acre grounds offer outdoor ceremony options, though indoor spaces are available if weather becomes a concern.
What is included in venue rental?+
Contact the foundation directly at https://prestoncastle.org/ for current pricing, packages, and what is included with your rental date.
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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.