Tar Creek Ranch

Select services venue

The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $13,000 for off-peak dates, and $15,000 for peak dates

Packages

Prices start at $2,000

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests

About this venue

Tar Creek Ranch offers a timeless and elegant wedding experience on 100 acres of Central Coast countryside. The rustic beauty of the property includes a restored 1920s barn, picturesque gardens, and five unique event spaces. Rental includes access to all spaces from the day before your wedding until the day after, allowing you to host all your wedding events onsite.

Seated guest capacity

175-200

Venue type

Farms, Barns, Ranches
Lodges, Retreats

Venue setting

Covered Outdoor
Indoor
Outdoor

2514 Huasna Rd, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

Our event spaces

The Garden

The Garden welcomes your guests with a beautifully landscaped path leading up to a charming gathering area with a manicured lawn.

This versatile space is ideal for ceremonies, al fresco dining, cocktail hour, and gathering with loved ones around one of two fire pits in the evening. The Garden includes a stage perfect for music or ceremonies, ten barrel-topped cocktail tables in the cocktail area, and an additional bar conveniently located at the barn’s side window.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Square footage

3,300

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

10' x 20' Stage 10 Barrel-Topped Cocktail Tables 20 High-Back Stools 2 Fire Pits with comfortable seating Bistro Lighting for a warm, inviting ambiance

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

The Barn

The heart of Tar Creek Ranch

This beautifully restored 3600 sq ft barn from the late 1920s boasts a story as unique as its architecture. When a lumber shipwrecked off the coast of Oceano, local farmers and ranchers salvaged the wood to build their barns. Our barn features the ship’s ribs, creating a cathedral-style ceiling adorned with stunning chandeliers. It’s the perfect setting for indoor ceremonies, intimate reception dinners, and after-dinner dancing.

Guest capacity

Up to 120 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Square footage

3,500

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Dimmers for fully customized lighting Wrap-Around Bar featuring sinks, built-in chilling tubs, prep space, and a bottle refrigerator Prep Kitchen equipped with sinks, a large refrigerator, and a commercial ice machine Onsite Restrooms

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Magnolia Pavillion

The ideal setting for reception dining surrounded by long grasses and wildflowers.

The Magnolia Pavilion offers 3300 sq ft of bright, open-air setting surrounded by sudan grasses and wildflowers—perfect for cocktail hours, receptions, or intimate gatherings. With its spacious layout, breezy ambiance, and charming bistro lighting, this pavilion strikes a beautiful balance of rustic elegance and modern comfort. It’s a favorite spot for couples looking to enjoy the natural beauty of the ranch in an inviting, relaxed atmosphere.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Square footage

3,300

Ideal for

Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Other, Cocktail hour

Included in this room:

Convenient Catering Area hidden from guests, featuring a pass-through for seamless service Enchanting Lighting with bistro lights and two elegant chandeliers Clear Top Option from October through April, creating a stunning setting in cooler months Removable Clear Sides for flexibility and easy adaptation to changing weather conditions

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

The Meadow

Romantic ceremonies and golden hour beauty

Our newest event space, the Meadow, spans 100 acres of wild grasses, romantic wildflowers, and a picturesque ridgeline that stays lush and green all year round. It’s the perfect setting for ceremonies, dining under the open sky, or capturing beautiful golden hour photos.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Other

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing