Spring Ranch
EST. 2009
PREMIUM VENUE
8475 Highway 1, Little River, CA, United States

Spring Ranch
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Rustic romance in a rebuilt hay barn—with ocean views to boot!
Crashing waves against the coastline offer a picture-perfect ceremony backdrop. But the real gem of Spring Ranch is the 1840's hay barn that came piece-by-piece all the way from our maple-leaf-loving neighbors to the north.
The Lowdown
Type
Barn / Farm / RanchBeach / Lake / Waterfront LocationCamping / GlampingEstate / House / Mansion / VillaHistoric Building
Views
CoastlineFarm ViewForestGardenHistorical MonumentMeadow/FieldOcean
Style
Coastal
Eco
Romantic
Victorian
Vintage
Best type of Celebrations
Adventure Travel
Bachelor / Bachelorette Party
Corporate Event
Product Launch
Family Reunion
Group Getaway
Holiday Party
Rehearsal Dinner / Welcome Reception
Retreats: Corporate, Spa, Wellness, Etc.
Reunion
Social Event
Wedding Reception
Workshops: Creative, Photo, Etc.
Elopement
Vow Renewal
Anniversary
Engagement Party

Venue Setting

One of the oldest coastal ranches in California composed of a Grand Victorian which sleeps 17, an oceanview suite in an 1860s carriage barn which sleeps 2 plus a meeting room downstairs, & an 1860s event barn with expansive outdoor patios and massive fireplace. The property is surrounded by the state park on the ocean near the historic village of Mendocino.

Capacity

Seated
200
Buffet
200
Standing
200
Fees
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
Price range

Does this include catering fees?

No

Additional charges

This is for a three night, four day weekend stay. There are no addtional service charges, taxes, or fees.

Insurance

Additional Insurance Is Required To Host An Event At This Venue

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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
2009
Curfew
10 PM
Venue spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering
Client Can Select The Caterer Of Their Choice
Alcohol
BYO Permitted – You Can Bring Your Own Alcohol
Licensed Server Is Required
Music
Indoors Only
Smoking
Designated Smoking Areas Only
Accommodations
Grand Victorian sleeps 17
Carriage barn sleeps 2
Eco/Green Events
Yes
Pet-Friendly Events
Yes
Kid Friendly Events
Yes
Handicap Accessible
Yes
Other
Yes
Amenities
  • Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
  • Wifi
  • Ample Parking Onsite
  • Onsite Restrooms
  • Other
  • Other amenities: Hot tub, massive outdoor fireplace, caterers kitchen
Inside Scoop

One of the best kept destination locations in America. Besides the beauty, there is world class lodging within two miles of the property in the towns of Mendocino and Little River. 

Venue Features
The scene:
Spring Ranch is located on the coast of Mendocino County, a land of dazzling seascapes and fertile wine country that is about three and a half hours north of San Francisco. Still relatively undiscovered, Mendocino has a rustic elegance all its own – combining natural beauty and centuries old buildings with a modern take on repose and luxury. Spring Ranch embodies this ethos. One of the oldest complete coastal ranches in California, the original property encompasses 350 breathtakingly unspoiled acres of meadows and forest along pristine Pacific coastline. The Victorian buildings have been lovingly restored and upgraded with antiques and indulgent amenities. An extraordinary value as a venue for a wedding or small event, 19 people total can sleep on site in a majestic Carpenter Gothic Victorian mansion and a renovated original Carriage Barn with treehouse-like views of the ocean. An 1860s Event Barn has been reimagined with soaring ceilings and room for up to 200 to dine (indoors only is 120 approximately). Open the massive barn doors to the expansive patio where twinkling lights and an enormous stone fireplace beckon.

The house and barns are ideally situated in the middle of Spring Ranch Agricultural Preserve. To the south and east of the house are organic farms where vegetables, flowers, and pumpkins grow in the fall. To the north soars a magnificent grove of ancient eucalyptus trees that was planted in the 1800s by the ranch’s original owners. To the west of the house is the Spring Ranch Coastal Preserve and some of the most untouched oceanfront on the California coast. These dramatic bluffs and empty white sand beaches are a short stroll from the Ranch’s gracious Victorian buildings. In fact, many couples opt to say their vows in this romantic seaside spot, with the jewel box village of Mendocino visible behind them.
Design:
The builidings have all been renovated with architectural salvage collected from around the world.
Standout venue features:
You get the exclusive use of the property for 3 nights on the weekends or nightly during the week. For weddings, you can hold your rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, and brunch on property. The property is also ideal for corporate events, health and wellness retreats, etc.

There are no additional fees for alcohol, taxes, or service charges.
Extra perks:
Private museum of tools/machines that are water, animal, or human powered. All the tools/machinery pre-date the use of electricity or hydro-carbons.
Awards & Notables
Awards, recognitions, or noteworthy achievements associated with the venue.

We have received a lot of press. Please view our web site for details.

Food Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Lounges
This section provides insights into our diverse culinary and social offerings.
The quaint village of Mendocino is only two miles away. Mendocino is a foodies paradise.
BYOB
Celebration Locations
This section outlines the various spaces available within the venue for different types of events.
Bluffs of ocean
There are many magical bluffs overlooking the ocean to exchange vows.
View: Magical ocean, beaches and quaint village
Max capacity: 200
Venue matched with reports
Weddings
A Steampunk Wedding in Northern California Finds the Perfect Backdrop
Created in partnership with our friends at Spring Ranch.   Just as you enter the coastal town of Mendocino, you’ll see a sprawling 19th-century Victorian ranch that overlooks the dramatic northern California coastline. Spring Ranch features an awe-inspiring Victorian and two carriage barns from the 1800's that have been carefully restored and filled with architectural salvage and collected antiques from around the world. Massive eucalyptus trees fill the property, setting a scene that feels like you’re tucked into a private forest. This earthy, rustic setting in award-winning Anderson Valley wine country was the perfect backdrop for a recent steampunk style wedding. Photographer Stephanie Fisher of From the Daisies recently filled us in on all the details of this vintage, bohemian wedding from the feel of the forests to the hidden whiskey bar and that gorgeous coastal sunset light. She's breaking down everything you need know about hosting a wedding at this coastal gem of a venue: Spring Ranch.
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