Sans Souci Event Center at the Carmel Valley Lodge
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Candace Cate
EVENTS COORDINATOR
Typically responds within 24h
Carmel Valley Lodge was built in the 1950s and sits on three acres of eco-friendly ground, offering the perfect wedding day venue in Carmel Valley, California. It has everything needed for a relaxing and adventure-filled stay with a saltwater pool, spa, yoga, hiking excursions, and so much more to do between the rehearsal dinner and the day of departure. Carmel Valley lies just minutes away from Big Sur, Monterey Peninsula, and WeatherTech Raceway, and is known for its sun-drenched, fog-free days and nights. Family owned and operated for the last 8 years, where so much tender loving care has been given to such a unique Valley gem for all to come and enjoy and make unforgettable memories.
Facilities and Capacity
The Sans Souci Event Center at Carmel Valley Lodge is where your wedding fantasy comes to life. You can walk the aisle and swap your vows outdoors on the secluded patio, and then move to the Celebration Garden for cocktail hour and an unforgettable reception under the stars. The event center itself may also be used for the ceremony and reception dinner, and when combining all areas, the venue can accomodate up to 120 mingling guests. Our skilled events coordinator will work with you and your partner throughout the planning phase, from the first moment you reach out, ensuring your day flows seamlessly and your wedding day dream becomes a reality.
Services Offered
We work with you in choosing the perfect caterer, musicians, photographers, floral and more! Our on-site commercial kitchen at Sans Souci Event Center has ample space where the chef can craft a culinary masterpiece to delight your family and friends. As for music, we work with many talented musicians in all different genres for you to choose from. Whether it's a DJ spinning tunes or a string quartet's soothing sounds, they can make themselves at home in the Gazebo above the patio or inside the event center for the best dance party ever!
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Elopement
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Garden
Hotel
Mountain
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Planning
Food & Catering
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
Wedding Design
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Transportation
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Meet the team
Candace Cate
Events Coordinator
17-years experience in all types of event planning & coordination including micro to large weddings/celebrations, with procurement & management of chef caterers, photography, music, flowers, hair & makeup, bar service, and traditional & new age officiants.
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Michelle B
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5.0
2/02/2026
We can't speak highly enough about our wedding reception at Carmel Valley Lodge! We searched for months for the perfect venue and got so lucky to get in touch with Candace. They ar...
e truly a hidden gem. We're not from the area, but it was a seamless planning process. There was so much flexibility in budget, vendors, and style. Our guests were impressed with the atmosphere, the mountain views, and the homey suites. I owe it all to Candace for being very responsive and an expert on the big day. She genuinely cared for our vision to come to life. We would do it all over again!
Response from Carmel Valley Lodge on 02/02/2026
Michelle and Jonathan, you were both a dream to work with and I as well would do it all ov...
er again with you! All of us here at Carmel Valley Lodge loved having you here and hope to have you back with us again very soon! Love to both of you, Candace
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