Hospitality is our heritage

Event Spaces

Holman Ranch is meticulously maintained and staffed to host worldclass events, including weddings and corporate retreats. With acres of secluded vineyards and historic locations in the tranquil Santa Lucia Highlands, our spaces are flexible to fit your imagination.

Rose Patio

Ideal reception space or cocktail hour near caterers kitchen



Grand entrance gate provides discrete prep space and couples’ entrance


Open air but can be tented


Two restrooms in close proximity

The Ceremony Lawn

Unobstructed views of Santa Lucia Mountains


Veranda made from Carmel Stone


Flanked by the Lower Vineyard, California poppies, lavender, crepe myrtles, and succulents


Elevated platform for guest visibility



ADA accessible ceremony area with heel-friendly grass

Main Plaza

Spacious expanse at the heart of our venue


Accommodates larger groups for seated meals, rehearsal dinners, or farewell brunhes


Pavers area nearby is ideal for recreational games like bocce ball and cornhole; lawn games can be rented from us or you are welcome to bring your own

Stone Terrace

Ideal for cocktail hours, bar, or breakout group events


Steps away from The Ceremony Lawn where guests can mingle after main event



Easy access to the fireplace and seating inside the hacienda lounge

Inner Courtyard

Our most intimate and secluded space


Ideal for portraits, group photos, and a couple’s first look moment



Space for an additional bar, cake-cutting ceremony, or smaller seated dinners

Carriage House

Ideal for reception with music and dancing


Space for DJ and band


Features original hardwood floors and twinkling rafter lighting


Central heating so guest can be comfortable on chilly evening



Three single restrooms

Game Room

Ideal prep space for the wedding party members or families


Wood-burning fireplace with exposed Carmel Stone walls


Pool table, dart board, jukebox, card table, and flatscreen TV



Hard-carved wooden bar with leather seating lounge

Glam Room

Ideal for bridal dressing area and birthday party


Features private restroom, central air-conditioning, and ample power outlets



Lounge area with lit mirrors, rolling garment rack, and two full-length mirrors

Guest Room

14 guests rooms sleep up to 46 people and are reserved for those who have booked the property


10 rooms are located in the outer courtyard


4 rooms are in the historic hacienda featuring, including the Charlie Chaplin Suite and the Hacienda Suite, which is a full-scale luxury residence with kitchen, dining room, wine cellar, and wrap-around deck


Suites are ideal for bridal suite, event hosts, or corporate leadership


More information on our guest rooms is available here.

Property Map

All events at Holman Ranch include: 

On-site parking


40 rectangular banquet tables (8-foot)


300 wooden chairs with cushions


Setup and breakdown of Holman Ranch equipment by our staff


Designated venue contact to help with logistics, assist with venue coordination, insurance, table diagrams, and run setup crew


On-site caterers prep kitchen with freezer and icemaker

Resources to help plan your event