5.0
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Coastal Views + Historic Barn Reception = I Do!
Holds ceremonies and receptions
We had our wedding here and it truly exceeded every expectation. From the moment we toured the venue, we knew it was the one. Jonna and Reid went above and beyond to make everything seamless. They were always available to answer questions, offer advice, and calm any nerves. Their attention to detail and genuine care made the entire planning process so much easier and more enjoyable. We could truly tell how much they love what they do and it showed in every part of our day. The venue itself is absolutely stunning! Our guests are still talking about how beautiful it was and how amazing the atmosphere felt. If you’re looking for a place that will take your breath away and a team that treats you like family, this is it!
Mary F.
5.0
We got married at Swallow Creek Ranch in August and it was absolutely magical. Planning went smoothly and Jonna really worked with us so that we could add our personalized touches to the big day. Jonna and Reid were so welcoming and helpful. They provide chairs, tables, ceremony seating, and great facilities; it made planning so much easier.
Not only is Swallow Creek Ranch just absolutely gorgeous in every way but it was such a bonus to have accessibility to the bridal suite and airstream so that the ladies and gents could get ready in comfort. Every part of having our wedding at Swallow Creek Ranch was a dream.
Angela G.
5.0
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Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Swallow Creek Ranch voted "GOLD Wedding Venue - 2026 Best of the Central Coast"is the only active cattle ranch on the Central Coast with ocean views that hosts barn weddings in Cayucos, CA. We provide the blank canvas for the wedding weekend of your dreams and allow you to create your dream wedding vision! Enjoy a relaxed weekend affair with venue access from Friday until Sunday!
At Swallow Creek Ranch, we offer various wedding packages to accommodate different-sized events and budgets. Our "Deluxe Wedding Package" costs $12,850 and is available for weddings of up to 200 guests between May - October. Our "Intimate Wedding Package" costs $10,000 is available on a limited basis for up to 75 guests between June & July only. A $500 refundable damage deposit plus a $300 non-refundable cleaning fee will apply to either package.
You'll have your pick of two gorgeous ocean-view ceremony sites at Swallow Creek Ranch: the Hillside Amphitheater or the Sea View Meadow, plus the enchanting barnyard for cocktail hour. Each location offers its own unique atmosphere. Sea View Meadow's magical Creekside location sits alongside a eucalyptus grove and garden path that attracts monarch butterflies and captures sea views. The Hilltop Amphitheatre offers breathtaking panoramic vistas that overlook the coastal terraces of Estero Bluffs State Park. Cocktail hour is a barnyard affair beneath bistro lights with a vintage mobile bar,5 wine barrels as cocktail tables, 3 umbrellas and 2 patio heaters. The party continues in our historic blue barn, your reception space for the night. Receptions of up to 200 guests take place in the enchanting, historic blue dairy barn.
The amenities at Swallow Creek Ranch include:
-Indoor reception in the barn - w/ tables &chairs for 200 guests, drapery, lighting, bar, 4 heaters & 3 restrooms (1 ADA)
-Two "getting ready" spaces - A vintage wedding suite & 1969 Airstream trailer
-Choice of 2 ocean view ceremony sites - SeaView Meadow or Hilltop Amphitheatre
-Rustic bench seating available for Sea View Meadow or the barnyard
-Cocktail hour in the barnyard including - 5 wine barrels, 3 umbrellas, 2 patio heaters, a mobile bar & bistro lighting
-Two site managers and parking attendants
-Other miscellaneous ranch decor including - 1 farm table & 2 spool tables
-Portable arch ($300 set up fee)
-Onsite rehearsal dinner for up to 50 guests w/ use of table & chairs for an add'l $400 fee in the barnyard or $700 for use of the SeaView Meadow.
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Beach
Waterfront
Historic Venue
Venue Service Offerings
Destination Weddings
Rentals & Equipment
Awards and Affiliations
2025 'Best of Weddings'
Best of Weddings
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Meet the team
Jonna and Reid Kitchen
Site Managers
Jonna and Reid Kitchen are lifelong friends of Kyla and Paul Grafton. They all met during their college years at Cuesta College and Humboldt State University over 30 years ago! They attended Kyla and Paul's wedding at Swallow Creek Ranch nearly 20 years ago and fell in love with the property. They are experienced property managers and natural hosts who now oversee the wedding venue as site managers. They do what they love and love what they do!
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5.0
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Swallow Creek Ranch is described as a breathtaking and magical wedding venue by multiple reviewers who had their weddings there. They were consistently impressed by the stunning views, beautiful surroundings, and well-maintained facilities. Jonna and Reid, the venue owners, were highly praised for their exceptional service, attention to detail, and helpfulness throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Guests appreciated the personalized touches, vendor recommendations, and seamless coordination provided by the venue, making it a top choice for those seeking a coastal wedding location that felt like a dream come true.Review photos
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Rachel W
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5.0
9/05/2025
Gorgeous Slice of Central Coast!!
I don't know where to even start, Swallow Creek was the venue of our dreams. It was the first venue we visited and from the moment we made it to ...
the Hill Top Ceremony lookout + the barn, we knew this was our venue. It is the perfect mix of coastal country and we felt it represented us as a couple perfectly! I would highly take advantage of the hill top ceremony, the view is undoubtedly gorgeous, our guests loved it! Since we had our ceremony up on the hill we were able to take advantage of doing our rehearsal dinner in the Seaview Meadow, which was so perfect and intimate. For the day of, the boys got ready up at the vintage airstream, it felt like the perfect guy hangout spot with roaming views of the coast. While the girls got ready in the cutest bridal suit, you really get to take advantage of every bit of this gorgeous venue, all weekend long too!
Jonna and Reid were the BIGGEST help on our wedding day, you don't even know it, but they work their butts off to ensure everything is in place, guests know where to go for parking, to helping us clean up a bit. Jonna was so responsive during our planning process with all my questions and concerns, she put me at ease. They have the best vendor recommendations which makes vetting vendors so much easier, they are the professionals, so definitely take their advice.
Mary F
5.0
11/03/2025
We had our wedding here and it truly exceeded every expectation. From the moment we toured the venue, we knew it was the one. Jonna and Reid went above and beyond to make everythin...
g seamless. They were always available to answer questions, offer advice, and calm any nerves. Their attention to detail and genuine care made the entire planning process so much easier and more enjoyable. We could truly tell how much they love what they do and it showed in every part of our day. The venue itself is absolutely stunning! Our guests are still talking about how beautiful it was and how amazing the atmosphere felt. If you’re looking for a place that will take your breath away and a team that treats you like family, this is it!
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Angela G
5.0
9/14/2025
We got married at Swallow Creek Ranch in August and it was absolutely magical. Planning went smoothly and Jonna really worked with us so that we could add our personalized touches ...
to the big day. Jonna and Reid were so welcoming and helpful. They provide chairs, tables, ceremony seating, and great facilities; it made planning so much easier.
Not only is Swallow Creek Ranch just absolutely gorgeous in every way but it was such a bonus to have accessibility to the bridal suite and airstream so that the ladies and gents could get ready in comfort. Every part of having our wedding at Swallow Creek Ranch was a dream.
Response from Swallow Creek Ranch on 09/16/2025
We are so glad we made your and Justin's wedding dream come true. It was an absolute plea...
sure meeting you and your families. I will always remember your beautiful Italian traditions, delicious lasagna and seeing your Nonna out on the dance floor! One for the memory books!
Mekenzie W
5.0
9/10/2025
The most beautiful venue hands down! Their staff is amazing and on top of everything! My ring fell under the boards of the ceremony platform during the ceremony and they had the pl...
atform board taken apart right away and got my ring so fast! (A story we will carry with us forever!) We couldn’t recommend this venue enough! From the views, staff, and everything in between, this is THE most amazing venue!
Brittany F
5.0
11/27/2024
Swallow Creek Ranch is an amazing venue! We fell in love with the location, where we could feel the fresh ocean breeze and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. We had our ceremony on ...
the hilltop, with a stunning view of the ocean. Our guests absolutely loved it! The service and professionalism were top-notch. They even went above and beyond by arranging a sign language interpreter to communicate with us, which truly impressed us—it's something we rarely experience!
Sarah W
5.0
11/20/2024
From start to finish Jonna and Reid were incredibly helpful in helping to make our dream wedding come true. Swallow Creek Ranch serves as a breathtaking backdrop for a day of love....
We even had the cows oversee our entire ceremony, which was really special. This place will remain a very important part of our story.
Elena A
5.0
11/15/2024
If you're looking for a coastal wedding venue, Swallow Creek should be at the top of your list. Once we visited the site, we quickly realized there's no other like it in the area. ...
The planning process went smoothly thanks to Jonna who is extremely professional and communicative. The venue's curated vendor list was excellent and Jonna worked with us to bring in a new band we wanted to have for big day. Wedding day at the Sea View Meadow went without a hitch thanks to Jonna and Reid and the place showed as well in pictures as it did in-person. Wouldn't change a thing.
Arianna R
5.0
11/03/2024
Where do we even start? This venue is MAGIC and so are the wonderful souls who care for it. We are beyond grateful that we got married at Swallow Creek Ranch and were able to celeb...
rate one of the most special moments of our lives there. The first time we visited, we knew we found a gem. From the views of rolling hills of the hilltop to the beauty of Seaview Meadow, the intimacy of the blue barn, and everything in between.
The day we got married, we were surrounded by nature’s best: endless wildflowers, eucalyptus and cypress trees, birds chirping, and the distant glow of the ocean in the background. The party continued in the magical blue barn, spacious yet intimate and perfectly suited for every moment of the reception. From first dances to dinner all the way through to an incredible dance party. The energy of this place is so special and we will cherish it forever. We can’t wait to visit whenever we are in town :)
Beyond the beauty of this venue, Jonna and Reid made us and our guests feel like family! We are so grateful for their kindness, generosity and support. They were so helpful in guiding us as we crafted a wedding that felt like us. Plus, they are a sustainable venue and the package provides so many benefits, including ceremony & reception chairs. There’s SO much more we could say but if you’re reading this review and engaged, get yourself to Cayucos and visit Swallow Creek Ranch
Kara M
5.0
10/29/2024
I had such an unbelievably good experience having my wedding at Swallow Creek Ranch. I absolutely cannot say enough good things about Jonna, her husband Reid, and really the whole ...
team at Swallow Creek. I picked this venue for two reasons: 1) the view from the hilltop for the ceremony and 2) after meeting Jonna I thought she would be really great to work with. Man was I right! This venue offers a truly unique ceremony spot at the hilltop with views of the ocean that will treat you to amazing photos and your guests to a great experience. Jonna and her team have this venue working like a well oiled machine and I never once had an ounce of doubt about whether my wedding would play out the way I wanted. Jonna is an amazing host with great knowledge of logistics and it's obvious she truly cares about each of her client's having a wonderful wedding experience. If you're looking for a truly unique wedding venue that'll give you beautiful coastal pictures and if run by amazing staff, look no further than Swallow Creek. If you're a bride in the beginning stages of wedding venue shopping, let me do you a favor and end your search here. Swallow Creek is the best place, you really will not be disappointed!
Rain P
5.0
10/08/2024
We could not have been happier with the beautiful Swallow Creek Ranch for our daughter's wedding. Jonna and Reid have thought of everything, and made managing the event easy and fu...
n. It was a perfect day.
Kayla L
5.0
8/08/2024
Swallow Creek was an absolutely gorgeous venue!!! We had perfect weather and Jonna was so helpful with finding vendors! All of her vendor recommendations made for a great team for ...
our wedding. But, I cannot stress how beautiful the venue and view is from the hill. Absolutely breathtaking!!
Tessa S
5.0
9/20/2023
We loved working with the team at Swallow Creek Ranch! They were super helpful, kind, and caring. The venue is absolutely stunning and one-of-a-kind!
Frances M
5.0
8/27/2023
My husband, Matt, and I have been talking about getting married at Swallow Creek Ranch since before we got engaged -- it just seemed like the most beautiful setting in the most per...
fect place (right above Villa Creek, where we've watched many sunsets!). So, when we got engaged, it was our obvious first choice, and we ended up getting married there last week (8/19/2023). Our wedding at Swallow Creek Ranch was even better than I could've imagined -- of course the scenery was absolutely gorgeous, but we were also so grateful to have Jonna and Reid overseeing everything on our wedding day. They truly made us feel so welcome and celebrated, and helped us so much throughout the process, from our initial venue tour last year to clean-up the day after the wedding. We picked all of our vendors from their suggested list and it made the day go so smoothly, since everyone knew Jonna/Reid and the venue. All in all, it was the perfect day, and all of our guests couldn't stop gushing about the venue. I would recommend Swallow Creek Ranch to anyone hoping to get married on the Central Coast!
Valerie L
5.0
10/04/2021
Swallow Creek Ranch, especially Jonna and Reid, were amazing hosts for our wedding weekend. They were extremely hands on while being extremely, kind, friendly, generous and hard wo...
rking. They gave us the wedding of our dreams and went above and beyond anything we could have imagined. Not only is swallow creak ranch a magical and stunning place to have your wedding, but the team you get to work with is a dream. All I can say is THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!
Katie S
5.0
11/02/2019
Swallow Creek Ranch was everything we wanted in a venue. My fiancé (now husband!!), Josh and I had just gotten engaged and we were researching possible venues for our special day. ...
Shortly after we arrived at Swallow Creek Ranch, we knew it was the one. The hilltop ceremony site alone was enough to convince us. However, as soon as we met Kyla, her kind and laid back personality aligned so well with what we were looking for. Within reason, she never denied any of our crazy ideas. “Can we have a 90s cover band play a surprise show that evening on the back stage!?” “Sure!” she said with a smile. And we did! We loved her positivity from the start, but after working with her we learned she had many other great qualities that made our planning process much easier: she was very organized, had good attention to detail, and was a strong communicator. When you’re planning your own wedding, these qualities are very important to have in all your vendors.
Being semi new to the area, we weren’t sure what exactly to expect from fall on the central coast. We were married on October 26th, 2019 and we had perfect weather. The day of our ceremony, the fog rolled out and gave us a beautiful backdrop. The barn has so much charm, and many guests commented on our cool and unique choice for both our ceremony and reception. Also — the bridal suite made me consider re-decorating our home. :)
Kyla - you and your family were a pleasure to work with. Swallow Creek Ranch (and Cayucos in general) now holds a very special place in our hearts. Thank you for everything!
Aly H
5.0
11/14/2017
My husband and I got married at Swallow Creek Ranch this past October and it was a dream. Swallow Creek Ranch was exactly what we were looking for and I'm so happy we found it! We ...
had a destination wedding weekend in Cayucos and it was a total blast! Everything was absolutely perfect. Kyla and her team were easy to work with and made the setup process as seamless as possible. They worked with us and our vendors on setup and strike. Everything was perfect and we cannot recommend this venue enough!!
Maile S
5.0
9/08/2017
If I could give a 10 Star rating, I would.
Kyla was absolutely amazing. My now husband and I live about 3.5 hours away from the venue and she let us come visit as often as we nee...
ded in order to plan our DIY-Wedding.
She was very accommodating and honestly the nicest person you'd ever hope to meet when planning your wedding.
The Swallow Creek Ranch is nothing shy of being absolutely stunning: beach views, eucalyptus trees everywhere and just such a warm, inviting feeling on the grounds and with Kyla and her staff.
I hope that my husband and I can return to The Swallow Creek gem someday, even if it's just for a dinner in the barn.
We had the most magical wedding we could have ever hoped to have and everything went smoothly.
Kyla knows what she's doing and she does it well. She's also a very genuine, nice working lady.
THANK YOU SO MUCH KYLA!!! Hope to see you in the near future!
I could go on and on about how grateful I am that we found you.
THANK YOU, THANK YOU.
Maile & Caleb Healey
September 2, 2017
Marisa E
5.0
8/22/2017
I would highly recommend Swallow Creek Ranch for a wedding or any other event. Besides the property being unbelievably beautiful, working with the Ranch owners daughter, Kyla, w...
as wonderful in every way. We planned our wedding from out of town but Kyla's friendly and helpful demeanor reduced the stress level tremendously. When we met with her she was very patient and willing to listen to our ideas. The property was clean and ready for us as we were setting up for our event. Kyla tried to accommodate and help us in any way she could. I feel so appreciative for having the opportunity to celebrate our special occasion at Swallow Creek Ranch. It was awesome in every way!!!
Amy D
5.0
7/09/2017
Swallow Creek was the most amazing and perfect venue that we ever could have imagined to celebrate our wedding at! Kyla was so amazing to work with and her family's property was e...
xactly what we were looking for. Swallow Creek gives you exclusive access for the entire weekend that you book your wedding (Friday through Sunday), which is so nice for setting everything up, hosting the rehearsal, and giving time for clean up / removing all of our things.
We had our ceremony on the hilltop, our cocktail hour in the meadow, and the reception in the barn, which was absolutely perfect for us (though you can also do the ceremony in the meadow behind the barn to make it a bit easier). Our guests could not stop complimenting us on how beautiful the ceremony site was (and our pictures are proof of the gorgeous view!) and how perfect the entire venue was. The venue is a perfect combination of rustic and polished. Kyla and her family have made great upgrades to the venue to make it such a professional venue, such as leveling and adding gravel to the outdoor areas and building very clean and nice bathrooms for guests. We chose to do very minimal decorations to allow the space to speak for itself, but it is a perfect blank canvass for whatever you want your wedding to look like. This venue was honestly more than we could have asked for, with such a warm and welcoming vibe that could only come from Kyla and her family opening the venue to others to use. We were able to have the relaxed but elegant wedding that we wanted because of the natural beauty of the space. I would absolutely have my wedding all over again at Swallow Creek and could not imagine celebrating our wedding day anywhere else! Everything was absolutely perfect and I can't say enough about how amazing Kyla is and how beautiful her property is!!! I hope one day I can go back to reminisce about our perfect day there!
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