In the Old World tradition your wedding in the garden of our hacienda becomes a reunion of trusted friends and family, celebrating in the sacred ceremony of two lives finding each other.
Five Acre Private Estate
Those closest to the Bride and Groom have the opportunity to spend six days and five nights in the Holly Farm's intimate village-like atmosphere. During this leisurely time together, we provide a serene setting that promotes relaxation in an environment reminiscent of an early California hacienda. We invite you and your closest friends and family to slow down and settle into the mood.
The Adobe Hacienda
Our restored Adobe hacienda accommodates 10 guests comfortably. This 4 bedroom, 3 bath home is decorated in early California antiques, original oil paintings and hand-made quilts. The large family kitchen is an ideal gathering place for storytelling reunions around the fireplace. The sun filled dining room easily seats 25 guests. The Adobe is stocked with kitchen basics, has a full-size washer and dryer and an iron and ironing board for your convenience. The spacious living room offers a second fireplace and a south-facing view of the Santa Lucia Mountains beyond the private patio and fountain.
The Banana Cabana
Directly adjacent to the Adobe Hacienda, at the end of a winding garden path, lies the Banana Cabana. Framed by redwood decking, this redwood bungalow houses 6-8 guests (depending on your formality requirements). The decor is "island wild" with bamboo curtains, futons, mural walls and eclectic artifacts. It has one full indoor bathroom and 2 outdoor showers in the garden.
The Windmill Suite
Over a low vine-covered adobe wall lies the Windmill Bridal Suite and Dressing Room. This suite has a private bathroom, a large shower, a rustic food service area for champagne and fresh pastries and a dressing area for the bride and bridesmaids. Lie in front of the stone fireplace for a massage or retreat to this cozy room for some privacy.
Holly Farm History
The farm was exclusively designed and is maintained and operated as a wedding destination facility. Our 5 night, 6 day package has been described as a "Wedding Moon". At the Holly Farm we take care of the mandatory details, freeing you to spend your time relaxing.
We are very flexible in terms of your personal needs because we only do one wedding a week. Unlike other facilities that do multiple weddings on the same day, each wedding at The Holly Farm gets our undivided attention to detail.
We are not a wedding factory! The Holly Farm only does thirty weddings annually. Our wedding season begins at the end of April and goes through November.
Whereas other facilities typically force your party to leave the property after a 4 hour reception, wedding celebrations at The Holly Farm are five nights and six days long. The average Saturday or Sunday wedding event starts with guest arrival at 1pm and departure around 10pm. (Music must cease at 9pm)
In working with our clientèle who come from across the country and around the world, we have compiled a list of some of the best subcontractors in the area. Many of them have discounted their rates for Holly Farm clients. The people on our referral list have strong reputations and an exceptional quality of work. Your are also welcome to use vendors that are not listed by The Holly Farm.