Top Nipomo Venues

• Spaces for 20-50 Guests
• 1 Vineyard
• 1 Winery
• 1 space at this venue

Presqu'ile is a family-owned estate winery in the Santa Maria Valley, in Santa Barbara Wine Country. We host weddings, milestone celebrations, rehearsal dinners, corporate offsites, and client dinners for 10 to 300+ guests. Choose from a Private Dining Room and Viewing Terrace (20 seated each), the Garden Lounge with a private bar and firepit (50 seated, 80 reception), the Tasting Room (120 seated, 200 reception), or a full estate buyout for 300+. Weddings include a bridal suite and on-site kitchen, with a Daytime Fête option for up to 45 guests. A dedicated events team works with you from first call to last toast. Bring your own caterer or use our culinary program, led by Estate Chef Julie Simon. Dates fill early, so reach out at events@presquilewine.com.

• Spaces for 550 Guests

Located in the Santa Maria Valley, our 78-acre winery has a wide variety of event locations to host your special occasion, with ample parking for up to 300 vehicles. We will attend to every detail to make sure your next celebration is a memorable event for each of your guests. Select from a package below, or call for your custom quote. Please let me know how I can help you plan the perfect event!

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Whether it’s a milestone birthday, family reunion, a girlfriend getaway, charity gala, or a company retreat, our Pismo Beach oceanfront resort has all the elements for a magical and memorable experience. Think sunset cocktails on the Starlight Lawn, chef-curated dinners under the stars, live music by the beach, or dancing the night away in our ballroom. Dream it up and we can make it happen in our of our 4 event spaces. Featuring a variety of indoor and outdoor venues from our Surfside Meeting Room to the Starlight Lawn, Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach is the perfect setting for your next event.

• Spaces for 180-1,200 Guests
• 2 Barns
• 2 Farms
• 4 Total Spaces

Designed to be a retreat for you, your friends and your family, our weekend wedding packages include two or three nights of accommodations for up to 26 guests in all four of our luxurious vacation homes, with full access to multiple grand lawns, the Pool Arena, the Willow Pond, and the Wood Barn & Courtyard. These spaces include a variety of areas for a welcome dinner, cocktail hour, rehearsal and rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, and even send-off brunch. Permanent guest restrooms, catering kitchen, tables, and more are also already on site and available for your use in addition to the permanent installation of bistro lighting in our reception Courtyard. You will have exclusive access of our property. Take advantage of the ability to host multiple on-site gatherings with your family and guests, or venture off-site and explore this coastal wine country with activities, such as wine tasting tours, yoga, paddle boarding or surfing, golf, massages, or personal chef services.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

• Spaces for 200-300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Farm
• 1 space at this venue

The Gardens at Peacock Farms is an outdoor wedding venue set on a working family farm in Arroyo Grande, California, in San Luis Obispo County. The property features manicured gardens shaded by a canopy of walnut trees, a cascading fountain, sweeping sunset views, and an estate Pinot Noir vineyard — all maintained as a private, pastoral setting for wedding celebrations. The signature garden accommodates over 200 guests and is complemented by a bridal suite and a vineyard reception area. On-site amenities include VIP restrooms, on-site parking, and handicap access. The venue also offers an in-house decor rental collection featuring vintage furniture, chandeliers, and unique pieces such as an antique truck and a vintage Shasta trailer. Adjacent to the gardens, Peacock Cellars Estate Winery produces Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines that can be poured at events by the owner and winemaker. Custom floral design services are available on-site, making The Gardens at Peacock Farms a comprehensive destination for couples seeking a farm-and-vineyard setting on the Central Coast.

• Spaces for 250-300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 space at this venue

The Victorian Pitkin Conrow Estate is a turn-of-the-century mansion set on manicured grounds in Arroyo Grande on California's Central Coast. The property centers on a stick-styled Eastlake Victorian house surrounded by lavender and wisteria-filled gardens, a period-style gazebo, and a covered colonnade — together creating a backdrop well suited to ceremonies and celebrations. The estate accommodates weddings with receptions for up to 250 guests and receptions-only gatherings for up to 300. Rental includes access to the full grounds, an indoor banquet room, and the estate's 130-year-old bar. Unlike many dedicated event venues, The Victorian Estate does not require couples to use in-house catering or a specific officiant, offering flexibility to curate vendors from the Central Coast and beyond.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

• Spaces for 130-215 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Barn
• 3 Total Spaces

Spreafico Farms sits on a working family-owned cattle and vegetable ranch in San Luis Obispo County, nestled among vineyards and rolling hills. The property is part of Rancho Corral de Piedra, a 30,911-acre Mexican land grant established in 1841, and is home to one of the oldest existing milking barns in the county — a structure that retains much of its original historic character while offering modern amenities for today's events. Three distinct spaces accommodate a range of gatherings on the property. The historic barn seats up to 180 guests on smooth concrete floors, the barn back patio extends the footprint with seating for an additional 130 guests on decomposed granite, and the hilltop ceremony area offers 360-degree panoramic views with a built-in rustic backdrop, stage, and pews. Spreafico Farms provides indoor wooden and outdoor bars, string and market lighting, heating systems, a catering area with an outdoor prep sink and grill, natural wood chairs with white padding, and 8-foot rectangular tables. A parking area and restrooms are included, along with modern lodging and a cottage with a private restroom for use by the wedding party.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Ventana Grill is a coastal restaurant and event venue perched above the Pacific Ocean in Pismo Beach, California, at 2575 Price Street. With sweeping ocean views and the California coastline as its backdrop, the restaurant has built a reputation as a destination for weddings and private celebrations on the Central Coast. The venue's dedicated event space, The Pacific Room, accommodates intimate gatherings as well as larger celebrations of up to 100 guests, with the Pacific Ocean and dramatic coastline providing natural scenery for ceremonies, first dances, and photography. Full bar service and in-house cuisine round out the event offerings. Ventana Grill's events team works directly with couples and hosts to coordinate celebrations, accessible by phone or through an online inquiry form on the venue's weddings page.

• Spaces for 70-500 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Vineyards
• 3 Total Spaces

Cottonwood Canyon Vineyard & Winery is a 78-acre estate winery situated about 10 minutes east of Santa Maria, California, at the northern edge of the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail in Santa Barbara County. Established in 1988 by the Beko family, the property is surrounded by the San Rafael Mountains and benefits from a cool, marine-influenced climate just 19 miles from the Pacific Ocean — conditions that shape its signature Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah. The estate was the first in Santa Barbara County to construct wine caves, and those caves remain a defining feature of the property today. Multiple event spaces accommodate a wide range of gatherings — from an intimate 70-guest patio reception to a full 500-guest event spanning the tasting room, outdoor terrace, and amphitheater with vineyard and mountain views. Events are supported with tables, seating, and winery servers included in standard packages, and outside catering is permitted. Ample parking is available on site. Weddings, rehearsal dinners, private concerts, corporate functions, and other celebrations can be accommodated across the venue's distinct indoor and outdoor settings.

• Spaces for 15-500 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 9 Hotels
• 9 Total Spaces

Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa is an all-suite oceanfront resort perched on the bluffs of Shell Beach in Pismo Beach, California, roughly halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco. The property combines condo-style residential suites with full resort amenities — including the Lido Restaurant & Lounge, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool — and serves as a dedicated setting for weddings, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations of all sizes. Eight event spaces totaling 8,800 square feet span the property, ranging from the intimate Coastal Room and Event Penthouse to the 2,200-square-foot Lido Restaurant and the open-air Pacific View Tent, which accommodates up to 200 guests and offers sweeping Central Coast ocean panoramas. Outdoor options include the Cobblestone Circle, the Lido Lawn, and the Oceanside and Poolside patios, all overlooking the Pacific. The resort's events team handles weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate meetings, and private parties, with in-house catering drawing on locally sourced Central Coast ingredients. Amenities across the property include AV capabilities, a dance floor and staging area, valet parking, and ADA-accessible facilities.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Flying Caballos Ranch is a historic ranch venue nestled in the rolling hills of Edna Valley Wine Country, less than five minutes from downtown San Luis Obispo. Set on approximately 100 acres with sweeping views of Edna Valley and Islay Hill, a year-round creek, and working horse and cattle pastures, the property dates to the early 1900s — the original farmhouse was built in 1905 when the land operated as a dairy farm. The venue offers two distinct event spaces for private celebrations: the Flying Caballos Barn, a 4,000-square-foot rustic-industrial space featuring indoor and outdoor catering areas, a bar, vintage lighting, a PA and sound system, and a stone fireplace on the outdoor patio; and an outdoor Farmhouse Garden anchored by an expansive lawn with bistro lights, a fire pit, lounge seating, and a brick BBQ. The property accommodates weddings and events of up to 200 guests. Beyond the event spaces, Flying Caballos Ranch offers overnight accommodations for up to 20 guests across four vacation homes — the historic Farmhouse, the Guesthouse, a Cozy Cottage, and the Barn itself — making it a natural fit for multi-day wedding weekends, family reunions, corporate retreats, and private celebrations.

• Spaces for 110 Guests

Avila Lighthouse Suites is an oceanfront all-suite resort situated steps from the sands of Avila Beach, California, on the state's Central Coast — roughly halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles. The property's 54 two-room accommodations range from 550 to 1,100 square feet, and its event spaces look out onto the Pacific, providing a natural backdrop for weddings, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations. Four on-site venues accommodate groups of varying sizes, from an intimate boardroom seating 12 to a 1,575-square-foot conference room hosting up to 100 guests for seated receptions. The outdoor Patio and poolside Sun Deck expand the venue's flexibility, with the Sun Deck's 2,200 square feet of open-air space offering ocean views ideal for ceremonies and evening receptions. Events at Avila Lighthouse Suites are supported by a dedicated event coordinator, in-house catering, audio-visual equipment, and customizable setup arrangements. Guests traveling from outside the area can stay on property, making it a convenient choice for multi-day celebrations.

• Spaces for 100-120 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 space at this venue

Point San Luis Lighthouse is a nationally registered historic site set on 30 secluded acres along the Central Coast of California, overlooking San Luis Bay in Avila Beach. The lighthouse station was constructed between 1889 and 1890 and served as the beacon over San Luis Bay for more than 130 years. Today, the property is operated by the Point San Luis Lighthouse Keepers, a nonprofit dedicated to restoration and public programming. The lighthouse grounds accommodate private events for up to 100 guests, with ceremonies held on a private bluff offering panoramic ocean views, native trees, and the backdrop of the historic Victorian-era keeper's structures. Reception spaces are available at multiple locations elsewhere on the property. The setting is reached via docent-led van transport along a coastal road, making for a memorable arrival for guests. In addition to weddings and private celebrations, the venue hosts an annual outdoor concert series and educational programs on its 30-acre property. Beer and wine service is permitted; all vendor selections are coordinated through the lighthouse's preferred vendor list.

• Spaces for 50-300 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Vineyard
• 4 Total Spaces

Situated on a historic rancho in Nipomo, California, Dana Adobe & Cultural Center occupies the grounds of an 1839 family residence surrounded by a Mission Grape vineyard, traditional gardens, and 100 acres of open land in San Luis Obispo County. The property encompasses both a restored adobe structure and a modern Cultural Center completed in 2018, offering an authentic early-California setting for events of many kinds. Five outdoor venues and one indoor facility accommodate gatherings ranging from intimate celebrations in the Mission Vineyard to receptions of 300 or more at the Dana Adobe Cultural Center. The DACC Courtyard seats up to 250 for a sit-down dinner, and the Adobe Veranda seats up to 200. Included with rental are rustic benches, a bar, wooden picnic tables, a dance floor, bistro lighting, on-site restrooms, and parking. The venue welcomes weddings, receptions, memorials, birthday parties, showers, meetings, and nonprofit events. Its combination of historic architecture, vineyard grounds, and cultural significance makes it a distinctive setting for celebrations seeking a connection to California's rancho heritage.

• Spaces for 10-350 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 9 Hotels
• 9 Total Spaces

The Historic Santa Maria Inn is a Central Coast landmark that has welcomed guests since 1917. Situated at 801 S Broadway in Santa Maria, California, the property blends the architecture and character of an English country inn with the facilities of a full-service hotel, set amid lush grounds in California's wine country. The inn offers more than 10,000 square feet of event space across nine distinct rooms and outdoor areas, accommodating gatherings from 10-person executive meetings to 250-guest receptions in the Gardens. Indoor spaces include the Santa Maria Room — a versatile ballroom that seats up to 180 guests — and the Kent Room, a historic room dating to 1917 featuring original stained-glass windows and a built-in dance floor. Outdoor options include the Gardens, the Cabanas framed by French doors, and the Patio Fountain courtyard. A dedicated catering and sales team supports every event with customizable menus, banquet staffing, private bar service, and complimentary parking. On-site dining at The Century Room, Olde English Tap Room, and The Barrel Room extends the experience for overnight guests and event attendees alike.

• Spaces for 400 Guests

Santa Maria Country Club is a private, member-owned country club situated approximately three miles south of Santa Maria on California's Central Coast. Incorporated in the early 1920s and reorganized as a nonprofit playing club on January 6, 1947, the club has served the Santa Maria Valley community for over a century. The property spans a parkland-style 18-hole championship golf course redesigned by architect Ken Killian in the late 1980s, with the remaining holes rebuilt in the early 1990s. The Mediterranean-style clubhouse, constructed in 2001, serves as the hub for dining and private events. An inviting lounge, a dining room overlooking the 18th green, and covered and open patios provide varied settings for banquets, family gatherings, corporate meetings, and special celebrations. The clubhouse is described as the ideal facility for parties, banquets, and meetings, supported by professional staff. Beyond events, the club offers six lighted tennis courts, four pickleball courts, and a swimming pool, making it a full-service recreational destination for members and their guests on the Central Coast.

• Spaces for 120 Guests

Biddle Ranch Vineyard is a family-founded winery and event property set on 17 acres of estate Chardonnay in California's Edna Valley, established in 2012 by the Fortinis, Rawlings, Roncas, and Woolperts families. The property sits amid unobstructed valley views with the Santa Lucia range as a backdrop, blending rustic, mid-century modern, and contemporary design in its modern farmhouse buildings and landscaped grounds. The Vineyard House — a 3,100-square-foot, four-bedroom residence adjacent to the estate tasting room — accommodates weddings, family gatherings, wine-tasting retreats, and corporate events. The estate tasting room hosts public and private experiences including guided flights, reserve tastings, and a summer concert series each year from June through September. For private events and weddings, the vineyard's events team handles bookings directly.