Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Dream Outdoor Wedding in the Redwoods
Since 1994, Felton Guild Weddings has been dedicated to creating flawless, beautiful celebrations in the scenic Santa Cruz Mountains. Nestled among towering redwoods, our venue offers a unique blend of natural beauty and practical amenities, including our iconic Redwood Cathedral and spacious reception lawn. We provide couples with a flexible, accommodating environment where they can design their ideal wedding, whether intimate or grand.Our location near hiking trails, beaches, and wine tasting destinations ensures convenience for guests. With onsite catering, bridal suites, and partnerships with local accommodations, we strive to make every wedding seamless and unforgettable. Our team prioritizes personalized service, ensuring each couple's vision comes to life in this magical outdoor setting.
Services
Redwood Cathedral Weddings
Reception Lawn Events
Bridal Suite Access
Groom Room Facilities
Onsite Catering Services
Event Photography Partners
Accommodation Partnerships
Local Attraction Packages
Fountain Photo Area
Dance Floor Setup
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- Iconic Redwood Cathedral for unforgettable ceremonies
- Reception lawn accommodating up to 200 guests
- Onsite catering and full bar services available
- Bridal Suite and Groom Room with modern amenities
- Minutes from attractions and local accommodations
What people say
Breathtakingly beautiful
Perfect place
Stunning venue
Relaxed attitude
Flawless event
Services
Redwood Cathedral Weddings
Our Redwood Cathedral provides a majestic outdoor setting surrounded by towering trees. Accommodating up to 130 seated guests with additional standing space, this natural amphitheater features redwood chairs, decorative options, and a stage for vows. The venue's beauty enhances photography and creates lasting memories for couples seeking an authentic forest ceremony experience.
Reception Lawn Events
The sunny reception lawn offers space for celebrations with over 200 guests. Featuring 26 redwood tables, 130 chairs, and a decorative gazebo, this area includes a designated dance floor space and electricity access. The lone redwood tree backdrop provides ideal photo opportunities, while the open layout supports both formal and casual wedding styles.
Onsite Catering Services
Cowboy's Catering provides full bar and meal services with customizable menus. Options include popular entrees like tri-tip and smoked chicken, with setup and cleanup included. Couples may work directly with chef Jim Geary to create personalized menus or opt for outside catering services if preferred.
Bridal Suite Access
The Bridal Suite offers air-conditioned space for hair and makeup preparation with full-length mirrors, dress hooks, and seating. Located opposite the Groom Room, it provides privacy and convenience with direct access to the ceremony site, ensuring stress-free pre-wedding preparations for the bridal party.
Local Attraction Packages
We partner with nearby attractions including Roaring Camp Railroads, Henry Cowell Redwoods, and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. These partnerships offer guests convenient access to redwood excursions, beach activities, and amusement park experiences, enhancing their visit before or after the wedding celebration.
Questions
What makes Felton Guild Weddings unique for weddings?
Our venue features a natural redwood cathedral with towering trees and a scenic reception lawn, offering a magical outdoor setting unmatched by traditional banquet halls.
Can we customize our wedding decorations?
Yes! We encourage personalization with streamers, floral arrangements, and decor. The natural backdrop allows for both minimalist and elaborate styling options.
Is onsite accommodation available?
While we don't have lodging, we partner with nearby hotels and resorts like Hilton Santa Cruz and Fern River Resort for guest accommodations.
Do you allow outside vendors?
We welcome outside caterers and preferred vendors list. Our team coordinates with your chosen professionals to ensure seamless event execution.
What's included in the venue rental?
Rental includes access to Redwood Cathedral, reception lawn, 130 chairs, 26 tables, electricity, and onsite coordination during your event.
Reviews (4)
Loren O'Neil
Apr 10, 2021
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Kathy did such a great job and helped us so much during our wedding. Everything went so smoothly which made it such an amazing experience not to mention how beautiful the grounds are to get married at.
Catherine Cat McKeefery- Kaehms
Jan 16, 2021
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Perfect redwood wedding venue at an adorable price (at least in 2012). Not only was it absolutely beautiful but also accessable for those with limited mobility.
Miles
Nov 14, 2017
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Great place for a wedding all the guests loved it. Kathy was very accommodating and easy to work with.
Raven Dearest
Mar 26, 2017
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Having been a florist primarily in the wedding business for almost thirty years, I've designed for weddings all over the bay are, from Villa Montalvo in Saratoga, to Pebble beach in Carmel. The Felton Guild site is truly one of the loveliest little sites here in the area that reflects the natural beauty of our gorgeous Monterey bay redwoods. The intimate ceremony site nestled in a circle of towering redwoods, the rolling lawn with dappled sunlight surrounded by birch, willow and redwoods, is a lovely wedding site run by caring people who make sure that everything about your wedding day goes smoothly and better than you ever imagined. I always look forward to their events, it makes my job a pleasure.
