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Travel up (or down) California's Route One to find this oyster loving haven.
Local farm produce, in-room massages, and strolls along the pier for a sunset drink. What more could you want?
The Lowdown
Type
Banquet Hall / Event FacilityBeach / Lake / Waterfront LocationBoutique HotelRestaurant / Private Dining
Views
CoastlineOcean
Style
Coastal
Rustic
Best type of Celebrations

Venue Setting

Nick's Cove Restaurant, Oyster Bar & Cottages, the historic roadside landmark that has delighted Route One travelers with its rustic upscale charm, its signature BBQ'd oysters, and some of the freshest seafood hauled by local fisherman continues its eighty-year tradition of entertaining and delighting travelers from California and beyond.

Consider Nick's Cove for your wedding ceremony, reception dinner, corporate retreat, private lunch or dinner. Our delicious food and the unsurpassed beauty of Tomales Bay makes Nick's Cove the number one meeting, lodging and dining spot on the Northern California coast.

Capacity

Seated
120
Buffet
N/A
Standing
120
Fees
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
Price range

Does this include catering fees?

No

Additional charges

50% of the food and beverage minimum is required to reserve your day and the balance is due the day prior to the event. Rental fees range $1000-$48,000 depending on the property buyout, hours needed, space required and guest count. Other than a buyout, the food and beverage minumums range $500 - $6,000. Tax, alcohol and a 20% service charge are additional.

Insurance

N/A

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Event Logistics and Amenities
(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)
Celebrations hosted here since
2006
Curfew
9 PM
Venue spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering
Client Must Use The Catering Provided By The Venue
Alcohol
Provided By Venue For Fee – You Must Use The Venue For All Alcohol Services
Corkage/Bottle Fee – You Can Bring Your Own Alcohol For A Fee
Music
Indoors Only
Smoking
Non-smoking Venue
Accommodations
Experience our twelve unique, luxurious coastal cottages. Nestled in one of the serene, sheltered coves of Tomales Bay, the cottages at Nick's Cove combine rustic charm with luxurious comfort. Each unique room is an elegant, cozy hideaway, beautifully appointed with plush down comforters, woodburning stove and bathrooms equipped with heated ceramic tile floors. The picturesque setting and tranquil waterside evenings make it the perfect place to unwind and refresh yourself.
Eco/Green Events
Yes
Pet-Friendly Events
Yes
Kid Friendly Events
Yes
Handicap Accessible
Yes
Amenities
  • A/V Equipment
  • Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
  • Valet Parking
  • Wifi
  • Ample Parking Onsite
  • Dining Chairs
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