The Barns at Cooper Molera 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), 15 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
The Barns at Cooper Molera
Perched on 2.5 acres in historic Monterey, The Barns at Cooper Molera features restored 19th-century agricultural structures with sweeping views across the property's open grounds and mature oak trees.
About The Barns at Cooper Molera
Perched on 2.5 acres in historic Monterey, The Barns at Cooper Molera features restored 19th-century agricultural structures with sweeping views across the property's open grounds and mature oak trees.
Stone and timber architecture frames an authentic California coastal estate setting, where indoor and outdoor spaces blend for ceremonies and receptions.
The venue's rustic-elegant character reflects Monterey's ranching heritage while accommodating modern wedding logistics.
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We are incredibly happy that we chose to do our wedding at the Barns at Cooper Molera, and we relive our beautiful memories every day.
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Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 250 guests
- Standing reception
- 400 guests
- Ceremony, seated
- 250 guests
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
- Indoor option if it rains
- Yes
Money
- Price
- US$18,000 to US$58,000 as a package
- Off-season price
- US$18,000 to US$30,000 as a package
- Included
- Catering, drinks, furniture, service and staff
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- MRY, 15 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Reception indoors
- Yes
- Reception outdoors
- Yes
- Space for dancing
- Yes
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Urban, historic, elegantAisle estimate
The place
- Gardens
- Yes
- Historic building
- Yes
Services
- Coordinator on the day
- Yes
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
- Outside caterers allowed
- No
- Bar on site
- Yes
Venue highlights
- 2.5-acre estate with original barns dating to the 1800s
- Capacity for up to 150 guests across multiple ceremony and reception spaces
- On-site parking available for guest convenience
- Monterey County location offers coastal proximity and year-round accessibility
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- Afternoon/EveningGuest arrival; check-in at Monterey-area hotels
- 2:00 PM - 6:00 PMRehearsal and dinner at venue or nearby restaurant
- 10:00 AMBridal party preparation begins at hotel or venue
- 3:30 PMGuest arrival and ceremony begins
- 4:00 PM - 11:00 PMReception: cocktail hour, dinner, dancing, and celebration
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- MRY · about 15 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Monterey Regional Airport.
- Typical total
- $15,000-50,000+Aisle estimate
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$15,000-50,000+ for 75-person wedding, excluding lodging
- Ceremony fee
- On request
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- Reception
- $75-150+ a headAisle estimate
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$75-150+ depending on catering selection and season
- Room rate
- $120-300+ a nightAisle estimate
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$120-300+ in Monterey area hotels
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with October mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (831) 920-0170
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies by guest count, season (peak summer and weekend rates higher), and selected vendors. Venue rental, catering, and service fees are separate. Request custom quote through http://www.coopermolerabarns.com/
Questions about the venue
What is the ceremony space like?+
The venue offers multiple ceremony options, including outdoor settings surrounded by mature landscaping and restored barn structures that serve as architectural backdrops.
Are there accommodation options nearby?+
Monterey offers numerous hotels and inns within 5-15 minutes, ranging from luxury resorts to boutique properties, providing options for various guest budgets.
Can the venue accommodate dietary restrictions?+
The venue works with approved caterers and planners to accommodate dietary needs; contact directly at http://www.coopermolerabarns.com/ for specific catering partners and requirements.
Is the venue available year-round?+
Yes, the outdoor and indoor spaces accommodate events throughout the year; Monterey's mild climate supports both summer and winter celebrations.
What is included in the venue rental?+
The estate rental includes access to barn spaces and grounds; catering, florals, photography, and entertainment are typically arranged separately with approved vendors.
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Sources and booking notes
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Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 250 guests
“Indoor spaces accommodate 250 seated guests for ceremonies and receptions.”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 400 guests
“The barns can accommodate 350 standing guests indoors and 400 outdoors for cocktail-style events.”
Read the source for standing receptionCeremony, seated: 250 guests
“Outdoor areas host up to 250 seated guests.”
Read the source for ceremony, seatedOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“You make your way down from the Jockey’s Loft and through the beautifully restored barn doors to your ceremony under the centuries old oak trees.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIndoor option if it rains: Yes
“- Indoor event spaces: Ideal for elegant dinners, dancing, or shelter from unpredictable weather.”
Read the source for indoor option if it rainsIn-house catering: Yes
“Delicious smells from our kitchen begin wafting through the air as the chefs prepare your customized menu, from your hors d’oeuvres to your late-night snack, each are presented beautifully for all your guests to enjoy.”
Read the source for in-house cateringOutside caterers allowed: No
“No outside catering is permitted, according to the official venue website.”
Read the source for outside caterers allowedBar on site: Yes
“Our wedding packages include the catering, bar, tables, chairs, dinnerware, glassware, linen, and a dedicated event & service team.”
Read the source for bar on sitePrice: US$18,000 to US$58,000 as a package
“May through October packages start at $18,000 (Monday through Thursday) and go up to $58,000.”
Read the source for priceOff-season price: US$18,000 to US$30,000 as a package
“Packages for ceremonies and receptions range from $18,000 (Monday through Thursday) to $30,000 during November through April.”
Read the source for off-season priceIncluded: Catering, drinks, furniture, service and staff
“Our wedding packages include the catering, bar, tables, chairs, dinnerware, glassware, linen, and a dedicated event & service team.”
Read the source for includedReception indoors: Yes
“Continue the celebration by dining al fresco, or transition to the barn's rustic interior, where the pretty wooden beams are adorned with wrought-iron chandeliers and glowing bistro lights.”
Read the source for reception indoorsReception outdoors: Yes
“Continue the celebration by dining al fresco, or transition to the barn's rustic interior, where the pretty wooden beams are adorned with wrought-iron chandeliers and glowing bistro lights.”
Read the source for reception outdoorsSpace for dancing: Yes
“Once dinner concludes and your drinks are refilled, the celebration continues with dancing and more treasured moments!”
Read the source for space for dancingIndoors or out: Both
“The Barns at Cooper Molera has it all: a range of indoor and outdoor spaces, abundant photo opportunities, all in the heart of downtown Monterey.”
Read the source for indoors or outGardens: Yes
“Book your event at The Barns and experience a historic landmark surrounded by stunning gardens.”
Read the source for gardensHistoric building: Yes
“Book your event at The Barns and experience a historic landmark surrounded by stunning gardens.”
Read the source for historic buildingCoordinator on the day: Yes
“On your wedding day, you will have an on-site coordinator to take care of the details so that you can relax and enjoy yourselves.”
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