Sparrow Valley Retreat is an intimate off-grid wedding venue nestled within majestic redwoods in Aptos, California. The property seamlessly blends modern elegance with nature, featuring a ceremony cathedral among towering redwoods, exclusive full-property buyout for each celebration, and on-site accommodations for up to 17 guests across three distinct habitats. Powered entirely by solar panels, SVR offers ceremony-only and ceremony-and-reception packages for up to 50 guests, with BYO catering from an approved vendor list and required in-house bartenders for alcohol service.
Pricing
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Guests
Season
Day of week
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$14,950
100 guests · June-Oct · Weekend · Ceremony and Reception
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The property
An off-grid retreat property set within a redwood forest, offering exclusive full-property buyout for weddings. The venue includes a ceremony space among towering redwoods, outdoor reception areas with long table dining, a main cabin, a vintage mobile suite, and a cozy cottage, all powered by a solar micro-grid.
The setting
The property is surrounded by towering redwood forest with a private creek running through the grounds.
The natural woodland setting provides a lush, immersive forest atmosphere.
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