Finding the best wedding venue in Ventura County is the biggest step on your wedding planning checklist (besides getting engaged, of course!) Ventura County has so many venues to offer, whether you are looking for a vineyard, rancho, garden, chateau, or country club. So the search can definitely feel overwhelming – but that’s why I created this list!
Your first step is to think about the type of scenery you’d like to be surrounded by on your wedding day. Other features that couples often find important in a wedding venue include a getting ready suite, easy parking for guests, and access to nice areas for photos. If you make a short list of the features you want your dream venue to include, it will help with your search!
Check out my list of my favorite top 10 wedding venues in Ventura County, then schedule some tours and see them in person!
- Walnut Grove
- Maravilla Gardens
- Rancho de las Palmas
- Ojai Valley Inn
- Sherwood Country Club
- The Vineyards Simi
- Hummingbird Nest Ranch
- Spanish Hills Club
- Hartley Botanica
- Wolfe Canyon Ranch
The Best Wedding Venues in Ventura County
1. Walnut Grove
Address: 3370 Sunset Valley Rd, Moorpark, CA 93021
Why I love it: Walnut Grove has absolutely beautiful lighting, thanks to all the trees and the way their reception site is set up! It’s a very easy location logistics-wise for you and your guests because the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception areas are all super close together. There’s plenty of guest parking, and they do have a getting ready room. Walk down the flower-lined pathway to your ceremony in the beautiful grove of walnut trees (where the venue name comes from!) You will love the reception area framed by the stonework fireplace & stage, where most couples place their sweetheart table to enjoy dinner with a view of all their loved ones enjoying the party. Portraits in the grove and with nearby fields as a backdrop are effortless and gorgeous!
Features: Outdoor ceremony, outdoor reception. Built-in reception patio space with dance floor, fireplace, large bar, and bistro lights included. Ceremony chairs and reception tables + chairs also included! Easy add-on rental options for ceremony arches, lawn games, and lounge furniture. Two getting ready areas – one indoors, one outdoors with shade covers. Nice indoor bathrooms. In-house catering and bar.
Guests: 50-300
Starting price: $3,250–6,700/event (does not include catering – $96.95/person and up)
Website: https://www.walnutgroveweddings.com/
View photo galleries from Walnut Grove here:
Danielle & Trevor
Theresa & Brian
2. Maravilla Gardens
Address: 8620 Santa Rosa Rd, Camarillo, CA 93012
Why I love it: The iconic reception space at Maravilla Gardens instantly stood out to me the first time I saw it! They have an open air frame filled with string lights above the large reception area (draping can be added if you’d like). There are multiple getting ready areas to choose from, and they have fun locations for portraits including a barn, vintage tractor, and even a swing. Guest parking is close to the ceremony area, and then pathways lead you down through the rest of the property as the evening goes on. The owner Jen is also wonderful to work with!
Features: Outdoor ceremony, outdoor reception. Unique reception area look with yellow roof frame. Ceremony space with stage, cocktail hour area with fountain and mountain views. Large getting ready space in the house, with two additional getting ready areas near the barn. Ceremony chairs and shade canopy, reception tables and chairs, linens & flatware included. Sparkler exit also included! In-house catering and bar.
Guests: 75-275
Starting price: $7950/rental (does not include catering – starts at $6,750 for food and $1046 for bar)
Website: https://mgardens.com/
View photo galleries from Maravilla Gardens here:
3. Rancho de las Palmas
Address: 3566 Sunset Valley Rd, Moorpark, CA 93021
Why I love it: Rancho de las Palmas is such a versatile wedding venue! They have multiple options for each part of your day: two ceremony spaces, an indoor reception pavilion OR outdoor reception courtyard, and a patio for cocktail hour next to the water features (with resident ducks!) The estate home can be added to your rental (highly recommended!) which includes lodging for up to 12 people, enough space for both of you and your wedding party to get ready in separate areas, and a back patio where you can even host a rehearsal dinner or post-wedding brunch. Guest arrival is easy in a very large parking lot. They have beautiful gardens and palm-lined pathways for photos, with a golf cart that can whisk you away during portrait time. I love being on their preferred vendor list!
Features: Outdoor ceremony, indoor or outdoor reception. Ceremony arch and chairs, reception tables and chairs, and linens & flatware/glasses all included. Indoor reception area has an option for pretty ceiling draping over the built-in dance floor. Small getting ready space unless you add the estate rental (recommended!) Sparkler exit also included. In-house catering and bar.
Guests: 50-232
Starting price: $3,350-$6,400/event (does not include catering – starts at $91.50/person)
Website: https://www.ranchodelaspalmas.com/
View photo galleries from Rancho de las Palmas here:
Angelica & Garrick
Ailsa & Niko
Kayla & Max
Meghan & David
4. Ojai Valley Inn
Address: 905 Country Club Rd, Ojai, CA 93023
Why I love it: The Ojai Valley Inn is truly a destination, and their wedding experiences are so customizable to fit the experience you want to create for your guests. Ceremony space options include a lawn with a stunning large oak tree, or a beautiful courtyard above the hills. You can choose an indoor ballroom or outdoor lawn for your reception area. Or you can even rent The Farmhouse for your entire wedding celebration. Guests can stay on property in the luxury hotel rooms, and there is a spa on site as well.
Features: Outdoor ceremony, indoor or outdoor reception. Ceremony chairs, sound system, and shuttle service included. Reception chairs, tables, linens, silverware & glassware, parking, and some staff included. Dance floor/stage included for indoor receptions – no sound ordinance time limit indoors. Luxury hotel grounds with golf cart service. Wedding coordinator required. In-house catering and bar. Many add-on options available to personalize the experience.
Guests: 150-300
Starting price: starting at $20,000 with additional $45,000+ food/beverage minimum (for up to 150 guests). Can accommodate up to 300 guests total.
Website: https://www.ojaivalleyinn.com/ojai-wedding-venues
5. Sherwood Country Club
Address: 320 W Stafford Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
Why I love it: Sherwood Country Club is another very customizable wedding venue in Ventura County. They have two ceremony locations to choose from – the lawn or the terrace – and both indoor & outdoor reception spaces as well. With a getting ready suite and a library, all very close to the ceremony sites, it makes planning your timeline so easy. The lawn is my favorite for receptions, since it’s in a sunken-garden-style area and showcases your design choices with such a nice impact. They recently remodeled the entire ballroom too!
Features: Outdoor ceremony, indoor or outdoor reception. Ceremony arch and chairs included. Reception tables, chairs, linens, silverware/glassware, dance floor, and stage included. Outdoor string lights also included! Getting ready suite, nice bathrooms, wedding coordinator required. In-house catering and bar. You do not need to be a member of the country club to host your event here!
Guests: 75-300
Starting price: $5,000/event with $100/person catering minimum, $44/person bar
Website: https://sherwoodcountryclubevents.com/weddings
An All-Inclusive Wedding Venue in Ventura County, CA
6. The Vineyards Simi
Address: 2525 Stow St, Simi Valley, CA 93063
Why I love it: The Vineyards is my go-to recommendation for couples looking for an all-in-one easy venue experience near Simi Valley. They offer packages that include many of your vendors (I’m one of their preferred photographers on the list!) and it makes your planning experience nice and simple. Ceremonies can be on the patio space or in the garden, they have a beautiful terrace for cocktail hour with lawn games and fireplace tables included, and the reception ballroom is large and decorated with draping & lights. The getting ready suite upstairs is the biggest room I’ve seen for this (seriously, it’s so much space and so nice to have room to spread out while you get ready versus everyone being in one tiny room at a hotel!) and they also have a cool circular bar downstairs. The twinkle lights outside are perfect for nighttime portraits!
Features: Outdoor ceremony, indoor or outdoor reception. Ceremony chairs included. Reception tables, chairs, draping, and linens included. All-inclusive package includes cake, florals, photographer, DJ, and wedding coordinator. Large getting ready suite, indoor bathrooms, guest parking, in-house catering and bar. (One of the only all-inclusive wedding venues in Ventura County, California!)
Guests: 50-200
Starting price: $18,000/event (for 100 guests – includes catering)
Website: https://thevineyardsimi.com/
The Top Luxury Wedding Venue in Ventura County
7. Hummingbird Nest Ranch
Address: 2940 Kuehner Dr, Santa Susana, CA 93063
Why I love it: High in the hills up above Simi Valley, Hummingbird Nest Ranch feels like your wedding is truly in its own world. They have so many choices for where to place your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception (seriously – like 7 different areas to choose from!) so you can design your day to be exactly what you dream of. I personally love the Villa and Sitting Bull reception areas, and ceremonies at the Q Vineyard are always stunning. With lodging available on site, your wedding party and loved ones will enjoy easy access to the venue from their stay. (Fans of The Bachelorette might recognize Hummingbird Nest Ranch as a recent filming location!)
Features: Indoor or outdoor ceremony, indoor or outdoor reception. Getting ready rooms & luxury restrooms with attendants are included. In-house catering (or $5000 fee to bring your own outside caterer). Security and valet hire required with no exceptions. Recommended vendor list for rentals and florals as well. Will need to rent all tables, chairs, dinnerware, linens, tents/canopies, decor, dance floors, and lighting.
Guests: 75-900
Starting price: starting at $80,000 minimum for 200 guests.
Website: https://www.hummingbirdnestranch.com/
8. Spanish Hills Club
Address: 999 Crestview Ave, Camarillo, CA 93010
Why I love it: The beautiful view from the ceremony lawn is the first thing I fell in love with at Spanish Hills Club! The poolside cocktail hour is a unique experience for guests, with continued views over the mountains above Camarillo. In the reception room, the huge windows grab your attention right away. Or you can also have your reception outdoors on the lawn under large trees. They have a getting ready suite as well as a private bar area for your wedding party before the ceremony. There are lots of nice areas for portraits on the grounds – I love the front entrance and tile fountain. If you want to include a vintage car in your wedding day, you’ll love the picturesque front drive!
Features: Indoor or outdoor ceremony, indoor or outdoor reception. Ceremony chairs included. Reception tables, chairs, linens, and tableware included. Two getting ready areas, indoor bathrooms, and plenty of guest parking available. In-house catering and bar. Sparkler exits permitted. You do not need to be a member of the club to host your event there!
Guests: 50-240
Starting price: $10,000 minimum catering/bar spend
Website: https://www.thespanishhillsclub.com/events
View a photo gallery from Spanish Hills Club here:
A Tropical Garden Wedding Venue in Ventura County
9. Hartley Botanica
Address: 4465 Balcom Canyon Rd, Somis, CA 93066
Why I love it: If you dream of getting married in a gorgeous garden, Hartley Botanica is your wedding venue!! You’ll be surrounded by greenery and nature. They have two main areas on site – the Lotus Tea Garden and the larger Paliuli Gardens. You can customize your day to choose which location you want to use for your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception spaces. The gardens have unique features including archways, waterfalls, and even aviaries. This is one of the most tropical-feeling wedding venues in Ventura County. I love working with their exclusive event coordinator team, Bella Dia Weddings. The twinkle lights in the trees at night will make you feel like you are walking in your own personal fairytale!
Features: Outdoor ceremony, outdoor reception. Ceremony chairs included. Reception tables and chairs, linens, tableware, dance floor, and bar setup included. Venue fee also includes valet parking and security. Two getting ready areas – the “Glam Room” and the “Rustic Room”. Event coordinator included as well. In-house catering and bar.
Guests: 25-375
Starting price: $7500/event plus $60+ per person (does not include catering – $78/person and up)
Website: https://hartleybotanica.com/
10. Wolfe Canyon Ranch
Address: 2127 E Olsen Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
Why I love it: Wolfe Canyon Ranch is so unique! It’s a hidden gem, right between Simi Valley and Thousand Oaks, but nestled in its own canyon surrounded by equestrian trails and orchards. The ranch-style property features horses and barns, avocado and lemon groves, rolling hills, and a huge picturesque oak tree that is hands-down my favorite ceremony backdrop on site. Host your reception in a grove of pepper trees by the creek & stone bridge, or at the outdoor patio by the barn. One of the things couples love about having their wedding at Wolfe Canyon Ranch is that there is no required in-house catering, so you can bring in your own caterer at no extra charge! You can also rent the quaint farmhouse bnb on site for a getting ready space with your wedding party. Say hi to the resident goats, alpaca, and donkey! Wolfe Canyon Ranch is also a popular filming location – you may recognize it if you’re a fan of Yellowstone. And I just love working with Jenelle, their event coordinator!
Features: Outdoor ceremony, outdoor reception. Ceremony chairs included. Reception tables and chairs included. Built-in indoor saloon bar at the barn. Must provide your own linens and silverware/glassware. Security hire required for all events. Guest parking included. Bring your own catering and bar.
Guests: 50-200
Starting price: $3500-$4826/event (does not include catering)
Website: https://www.wolfecanyonranch.com/
View a photo gallery from Wolfe Canyon Ranch here:
After choosing your Ventura County wedding venue and setting your date, your next step will be to hire a photographer! I would love to be considered for your Ventura County wedding photographer. As a local with experience at all of these venues and more, I’m happy to chat about which venue might be the right fit for your wedding dreams!
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