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    Event Spaces

    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

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