Getting Married in Santa Cruz
All brides want their weddings to be an unforgettable day of uniqueness and beauty. To grant their wish, they should take on the realtor’s term: location, location, location. Santa Cruz offers several choices in all price scales to suit the needs of the engaged couple.
The Babbling Brook Inn on Laurel Street, http://www.innsbythesea.com/babbling-brook/, is a hidden wonder at the seaside. They provide accommodations such as fireplaces in the rooms, a Garden Gazebo and the Cascading Waterfall. Wedding pricing was not available online, but they can be easily emailed or called to get information about their seaside weddings.
The Brookdale Lodge is a little inland from Santa Cruz, but the atmosphere is a delight. Famous for it’s location in the Redwoods, it makes for a perfect spot to marry. Inside is the garden which can be seen online at www.brookdalelodge.com and rooms that boast themes such as the Enchanted Forest Suite and the Marilyn Monroe Suite. Wedding packages include ceremony/reception areas, photography, dining, wedding cake and the Creekside Honeymoon Cottage or the Enchanted Cottage overlooking Clear Creek. Included in this a river rock fireplace, Jacuzzi and sitting room. Guests that stay overnight receive a complimentary bottle of champagne. An excellent cuisine with optional vegetarian menu if requested at prices ranging from $70-85 per person with a 30 person minimum.
The Charminade, www.chaminade.com , is an upscale location boasting ocean-view reception room and outdoor ceremony. Sit down menus, votive candles, discounted room for the bride and groom, professional coordination of all on-site activities are all included in wedding packages. They range from $99-139 per person with minimum party requirements depending upon the package. Linen table clothes and napkins are offered with the buffet/sit-down dinner arrangements. Also available are spa packages perfect for bachelorette parties or bridal showers with seven spa treatment rooms, massages, facials and steam rooms. Offering a panoramic view of the Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Mountains, it’s a great environment for any formal occasion.
