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Waterfall Lodge and Retreat
4.6 ★★★★★ 97 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Ben Lomond, California
Plan your tour
- Capacity couples mention 84–115-guest events in reviews — ask the venue for their stated maximum
- Pricing packages mentioned around $300 — confirm with the venue, since dates and package tiers change what's included
- Lodging on-site lodging comes up in reviews and the venue's own info — ask how many beds and whether the wedding-night stay is included
- Climate climate-controlled barn — comfortable for a July dance floor or a December ceremony
- Phone (831) 212-3895
- Website waterfallsantacruz.com — most venues book tours right on their site
The setting
“The lodge itself exudes rustic charm, with its timber architecture seamlessly blending into the natural beauty of the surroundings.”
“Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Ben Lomond, Waterfall Lodge stands as a beacon of elegance and tranquility, offering an unforgettable venue for weddings and events.”
“They had staff available to help shuttle guests to and from the ceremony site and were very communicative during the whole process.”
Amenities couples mention
“The entire property is pristinely maintained and they are constantly doing updates to keep the property, spaces, and cabins to continually make it even more beautiful.”
“They had staff available to help shuttle guests to and from the ceremony site and were very communicative during the whole process.”
“Whether bathed in the soft hues of dawn or illuminated by the golden rays of sunset, the scenery never fails to captivate both guests and staff alike.”
“They provide the basics like tables and chairs, but everything else like food, florals, DJ, etc.”
“We kept the event a little smaller and used a combination of the lodge and covered patio for the reception.”
What couples say again and again
“Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Ben Lomond, Waterfall Lodge stands as a beacon of elegance and tranquility, offering an unforgettable venue for weddings and events.”
“One of the things we loved most about Waterfall Lodge was the ability to stay on-site, which made the entire weekend so much more relaxed and stress-free.”
“Book Dawn Sternadel as your wedding coordinator.”
“And let me tell you what a gorgeous backdrop a forest of redwoods makes for your wedding ceremony.”
“The space itself is incredibly beautiful, right out of a fairytale, and our guests loved staying in the cozy cabins and spending time in the stunning Redwoods.”
From the reviews
I honestly couldn't have imagined a better venue to get married. My wife and I share a huge love for the redwoods, and even visited the tallest tree in the world together in Redwood National Park.
We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect wedding venue than Waterfall Lodge! It was everything we were looking for and more. From the moment we found this place, we knew it was the one. We wanted to get married in a beautiful forest setting, and Waterfall Lodge delivered beyond our expectations.
I don’t have enough words to describe how beautiful this venue was. I had my wedding here on 4/30/22 and I can’t have imagined a more perfect place to get married. We ended up renting almost all the cabins and all of our guests loved the retreat style venue.
Waterfall Lodge was everything we could’ve asked for and more in a venue. The setting is absolutely breathtaking, stunning - guests described it as a “fairytale”. The on-site team was ready to direct, shuttle guests, and answer any questions. Communication leading up to our wedding was way too easy.
Getting married at Waterfall Lodge and Retreat
Waterfall Lodge and Retreat comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
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