Fern River Resort is a destination wedding venue nestled in the majestic redwood forests of the Santa Cruz Mountains in Felton, just 6 miles from Santa Cruz. The property spans 4 forested acres with 15 furnished cabins, a sun-strewn manicured meadow, and a custom hand-milled redwood gazebo for ceremonies and receptions. With on-site accommodations for up to 64 guests, river beach access, and a variety of outdoor amenities, the resort offers an intimate woodland retreat experience within an hour of the Bay Area.
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$7,500
8 Hour Event - Preferred Caterer
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The property
A forested resort property with 15 furnished cabins on 4 acres alongside the San Lorenzo River. The venue features outdoor ceremony and reception grounds centered around a hand-milled redwood gazebo and manicured meadow.
The setting
The property is surrounded by majestic redwood forests alongside the San Lorenzo River.
Guests can access the river beach with sandy shallow wading areas and deeper boulder-lined swimming holes. The cabins offer lawn, garden, or river views.
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