The Barn at River House is a rustic wedding venue located near Ben Lomond, California. Tucked away in a private, yet accessible, spot in the Santa Cruz mountains, this venue is marked by redwood trees and river views. Whether you want to hold your wedding indoors or outdoors, the beauty of this venue will add immeasurably to the joy of your celebration.
Facilities and Capacity
The Barn at River House can host up to 250 guests in a wedding ceremony and reception. You can walk along flower-lined paths around the grounds, including to the wooden gazebo overlooking the San Lorenzo River. A grove of redwood trees makes for a distinct place to hold your ceremony or a small gathering. For outdoor receptions, a 10,000-square-foot lawn offers ample space for garden dining, with a large aggregate patio available for your cocktail hour.
For indoor events, the 3,500-square-foot rustic/industrial barn has space for dinner and a dance floor. It comes furnished with a catering kitchen, granite-topped wine barrel bar, windmill fans and custom lightning. A 600-square-foot lounge on the second floor gives excellent views both indoors over the dance floor and outside on the encircling cat walk.
Services Offered
The starting site fee includes an event planning, parking, and get-ready rooms in the forms of a cottage and a pool room inside the main house. The Barn at River House can host both your ceremony and reception, and can offer event planning for your big day.
Other Services
In addition to weddings, The Barn at River House is also available for other gatherings and events. These include:
Anniversaries
Birthday parties
Corporate events
Private parties
Reunions
Location
The picturesque town of Ben Lomond is close to the secluded Barn at River House. While being in the Santa Cruz Mountains, it is easily accessible by car. Nearby cities include Santa Cruz (19 minutes), San Jose (44 minutes) and San Francisco (91 minutes).