I n the Old World tradition your wedding in the garden of our hacienda becomes a reunion of trusted family and friends, celebrating in the sacred ceremony of two lives finding each other. Those closest to the Bride and Groom have the possibility to spend six days and five nights in the Holly Farm's intimate village-like atmosphere.
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This spectacular private estate is a sanctuary, nestled along the Santa Lucia Mountain Range, where those you are closest to have the opportunity to spend sun-kissed days and star-filled nights together in The Holly Farm's intimate village-like atmosphere. Family owned and operated since 1991, this seven-acre Carmel hideaway was created exclusively for destination weddings or for those looking for a unique experience where you and your closest family and friends can spend a weekend together at your own private wedding oasis.
The Holly Farm's comprehensive wedding packages are designed to make the planning process fun, smooth and simple. All of our wedding packages include sleeping accommodations for up to 24 people plus exclusive use of the 7-acre estate! Unlimited ice, non-alcoholic beverages, coffee and tea service for each catered party is included in the catering estimate.
Please get in touch with our friendly staff to find out more about our relaxing wedding weekend experience! We are happy to set up a private tour of the property. Tours are given by appointment only. A place people could come to all weekend to hang out, relax and enjoy one anothers company. That's exactly what we got.
When is the best time to plan a wedding? Peak season at The Holly Farm is April to November. From November to March, smaller, off season weddings, corporate events and parties can be arranged. Can we bring our own vendors? You are welcome to bring in your own vendors, if desired. We also have a wonderful list of suggested vendors that you may choose to work from.
Reviews (15)
Ashton M.
Jun 07, 2022
I visited the Holly Farm as a wedding guest. From that perspective, I can say that the wedding venue was magical. There are plenty of nooks and crannies on the property to make it feel intimate. The landscaping is immaculate! All vendors used were top-notch. It was absolutely the best wedding I've ever attended.
Maureen F.
Sep 26, 2021
Davis & Dana
Sep 26, 2021
There really isn't anything like The Holly Farm and the people who work there. We got to experience the Holly Farm as guests while we were engaged and immediately recognized just how special the venue was. Even as a guest, it was wildly clear how detailed and thoughtful the staff were in executing a gorgeous, fun, and intimate event. Now having been married there, we can attest that the amount of care, thoughtfulness, and effort Erin, Ryan, Gus, Rosa, and El Guapo put into their guests can not be exaggerated.
We were truly able to float through our wedding weekend with ease, joy, and gratitude. While planning, I found that vendors were thrilled when we told them our venue and it's easy to see why. Beyond the professionalism and efficiency of the staff, every little nook of the venue has something special to offer. Since the space is literally dripping in greenery and orchids, you don't need to do much, if anything at all, to add to it - meaning you can save funds on one-off decor and event needs.
The caterer they work with, La Creme Monterey, is truly stellar and knows the space so well that there's no need to play point guard between them and the venue. Wedding days and weekends are simply intense, and it's such a gift to be able to enjoy your own wedding. The folks at The Holly Farm really make sure to do everything they can to make that happen. We count ourselves amongst the lucky ones to have been able to get married in such a special place.
We were truly able to float through our wedding weekend with ease, joy, and gratitude. While planning, I found that vendors were thrilled when we told them our venue and it's easy to see why. Beyond the professionalism and efficiency of the staff, every little nook of the venue has something special to offer. Since the space is literally dripping in greenery and orchids, you don't need to do much, if anything at all, to add to it - meaning you can save funds on one-off decor and event needs.
The caterer they work with, La Creme Monterey, is truly stellar and knows the space so well that there's no need to play point guard between them and the venue. Wedding days and weekends are simply intense, and it's such a gift to be able to enjoy your own wedding. The folks at The Holly Farm really make sure to do everything they can to make that happen. We count ourselves amongst the lucky ones to have been able to get married in such a special place.
Derek Gallerani
Sep 20, 2021
Kale Frank
Sep 13, 2021
Lilyann T.
Sep 09, 2021
It's hard to put into words how special of a place The Holly Farm is. My husband and I were married there a couple of weekends ago, and it was pure magic. Erin, Ryan, Gus & Rosa put so much love into every single little thing that they do there. From the moment we arrived on-site on Thursday morning, they LITERALLY do every single thing for you, you don't have to work a second on your wedding weekend. It's just about relaxing and enjoying times with your loved ones on-site.
Every little detail the entire weekend was just absolute perfection. The way they pay so much attention to your group when you're on-site is so appreciated. and the best part. there are NO RULES here. We stayed up dancing with the DJ until almost 2am. It was just so fun to see every person legitimately having a blast! Everyone keeps telling us that was the best wedding they have ever been to. Rosa & Gus are just the kindest, most hard-working people. Rosa is like a little fairy goddess and somehow secretly cleans the kitchen, makes daily fires in the houses, makes your bed without you hardly noticing she's there.
She is just a delight to be around and you can tell how much she loves Erin & Ryan and the Holly Farm property. And Gus (the freaking sweetest) who takes care of the landscape and pretty much everything else on-site is one hard working man! Our friends and family were laughing because all of the gravel is so perfectly raked, when we walked on it minutes later Gus would pop out of the "rain forrest" to rake it perfectly again.
They are just the best! And Erin & Ryan are two of the most genuine, coolest humans on this planet. I want to be friends with them now :) i literally cried leaving here on Sunday because I didn't want it to be over. Mu husband and I keep saying we need to somehow find out way back here. I could go on and on about this incredibly special place, but bottom line, pay the extra and GET MARRIED HERE. You won't regret it.
Every little detail the entire weekend was just absolute perfection. The way they pay so much attention to your group when you're on-site is so appreciated. and the best part. there are NO RULES here. We stayed up dancing with the DJ until almost 2am. It was just so fun to see every person legitimately having a blast! Everyone keeps telling us that was the best wedding they have ever been to. Rosa & Gus are just the kindest, most hard-working people. Rosa is like a little fairy goddess and somehow secretly cleans the kitchen, makes daily fires in the houses, makes your bed without you hardly noticing she's there.
She is just a delight to be around and you can tell how much she loves Erin & Ryan and the Holly Farm property. And Gus (the freaking sweetest) who takes care of the landscape and pretty much everything else on-site is one hard working man! Our friends and family were laughing because all of the gravel is so perfectly raked, when we walked on it minutes later Gus would pop out of the "rain forrest" to rake it perfectly again.
They are just the best! And Erin & Ryan are two of the most genuine, coolest humans on this planet. I want to be friends with them now :) i literally cried leaving here on Sunday because I didn't want it to be over. Mu husband and I keep saying we need to somehow find out way back here. I could go on and on about this incredibly special place, but bottom line, pay the extra and GET MARRIED HERE. You won't regret it.
Kim Baker Gomez
Aug 28, 2021
Hands down my favorite venue. If my wife and I had known about this place before we got married, we would have gotten married here. As a bridal makeup artist, however, I LOVE working here. The Holly Farm is so magical and calming. The owners and staff take such good care of their couples. You cannot go wrong with the Holly Farm! Photo by Jake + Necia
Nora P.
Aug 17, 2021
Holly Farm and the entire team behind it are absolute magic. My husband and I were all set to get married May 2020 and had to postpone to May 2021 due to COVID. Erin, Tamie at La Creme, and all of the other vendors who work closely with Holly Farm often were a dream to work with when we were forced to delay. Everyone made the postponement as seamless as possible and the May 2021 wedding was well worth the wait.
We were the first wedding the Holly Farm held post-COVID shutdowns and the team didn't miss a beat. We had the time of our lives and are so grateful for their kind, calm, and fun energy. The venue itself is stunning and different - a lush jungle oasis hidden in Carmel Valley. All of our guests commented on the uniqueness of the venue. The entire weekend was better than we could have ever imagined.
We were the first wedding the Holly Farm held post-COVID shutdowns and the team didn't miss a beat. We had the time of our lives and are so grateful for their kind, calm, and fun energy. The venue itself is stunning and different - a lush jungle oasis hidden in Carmel Valley. All of our guests commented on the uniqueness of the venue. The entire weekend was better than we could have ever imagined.
Christina R.
May 24, 2021
I had the pleasure of filming the wedding at Holly Farm on a beautiful Saturday in May 2021. It was a beautiful wedding and an incredible team. I can't say enough good things about the Holly Farm! I just wanted to send a note to thank your team for all their hard work leading up to and on that day. Ryan and Erin, it was great to meet you both and a pleasure to be a part of the day.
Thanks for making my job easy and smooth. Your venue is absolutely stunning, I can't stop showing people photos! Keep up the good work and thanks again. I hope you have an incredibly smooth and successful wedding season. I can't wait to be back at Holly Farm and hope it comes sooner than later!
Thanks for making my job easy and smooth. Your venue is absolutely stunning, I can't stop showing people photos! Keep up the good work and thanks again. I hope you have an incredibly smooth and successful wedding season. I can't wait to be back at Holly Farm and hope it comes sooner than later!
Alexandria Cardenas
Dec 04, 2019
Hunting for a wedding venue?! *LOOK NO FURTHER* I am SERIOUS. First off, full disclosure, I'm a wedding photographer in California. I had the absolute pleasure of working here for an amazing couple a few weekends ago. After arriving to the rehearsal dinner, I was greeted by all the staff with huge smiles and by the co-owners Erin + Ryan who were so joyful and willing to show me around for all the best photo spots.
As I was being shown around, I realized this is a family owned business and they literally pour their heart and soul into the upkeep of the venue, tending to their clients needs as if they were family AND taking care of their vendors. They care so much about the people who enter that space and will treat you like family. EVERY single person I came into contact who works there said they love their job so much (it was obvious by the real joy and smiles, nothing forced here) and the guests were all having the best time ever.
Their experience is top notch, which is honestly icing on the cake for what is already a visually stunning wedding venue. As a photographer, we always want what is best for our couples and I can tell you that The Holly Farm is hands down the best place for an unforgettable wedding weekend experience. Can't wait to come back here in the future
As I was being shown around, I realized this is a family owned business and they literally pour their heart and soul into the upkeep of the venue, tending to their clients needs as if they were family AND taking care of their vendors. They care so much about the people who enter that space and will treat you like family. EVERY single person I came into contact who works there said they love their job so much (it was obvious by the real joy and smiles, nothing forced here) and the guests were all having the best time ever.
Their experience is top notch, which is honestly icing on the cake for what is already a visually stunning wedding venue. As a photographer, we always want what is best for our couples and I can tell you that The Holly Farm is hands down the best place for an unforgettable wedding weekend experience. Can't wait to come back here in the future
Lucy S.
Jul 07, 2019
This venue is TRULY MAGICAL. We had the venue from Thursday to Sunday and it honestly still didn't feel like enough. Once you step onto the property for your wedding weekend, you are taken care of. We didn't have to worry about a single thing except celebrating with our loved ones. We hosted many activities and events at the Holly Farm (welcome dinner, game day, rehearsal dinner, ceremony/reception, and brunch) and everything went off without a hitch. Erin, Ryan, their parents, and the Holly Farm staff (Gus and Rosa deserve a special shout out) are incredible.
They take everything you bring (pillows, photos, candles, etc.) and display them throughout the venue and then change the locations for the next day. Each event led seamlessly into the next and our guests were constantly in awe of every new location at The Holly Farm. The Holly Farm has a tailored list of their preferred vendors, which made finding vendors a lot easier.
Definitely go with Laughin' Gal Floral (Amanda is amazing!) and DJ Antonio. With the exception of the caterer, you can also choose vendors not on the list. We chose our own photographer, The Goodness, and loved how the venue worked with our photographers to make sure everything went smoothly. There will be times when you don't hear back very quickly and it takes a while to get answers, but that is because their current wedding is their utmost priority, which I didn't fully appreciate until my wedding weekend arrived.
You truly cannot go wrong with this venue. The love and dedication the Moses family puts into this venue shows in every single interaction and their attention to every detail. We felt so taken care of and loved throughout the entire weekend. Once you choose this venue, everything else will fall into place.
They take everything you bring (pillows, photos, candles, etc.) and display them throughout the venue and then change the locations for the next day. Each event led seamlessly into the next and our guests were constantly in awe of every new location at The Holly Farm. The Holly Farm has a tailored list of their preferred vendors, which made finding vendors a lot easier.
Definitely go with Laughin' Gal Floral (Amanda is amazing!) and DJ Antonio. With the exception of the caterer, you can also choose vendors not on the list. We chose our own photographer, The Goodness, and loved how the venue worked with our photographers to make sure everything went smoothly. There will be times when you don't hear back very quickly and it takes a while to get answers, but that is because their current wedding is their utmost priority, which I didn't fully appreciate until my wedding weekend arrived.
You truly cannot go wrong with this venue. The love and dedication the Moses family puts into this venue shows in every single interaction and their attention to every detail. We felt so taken care of and loved throughout the entire weekend. Once you choose this venue, everything else will fall into place.
Ll N.
Jun 08, 2019
Lindsey F.
Oct 12, 2018
The Holly Farm is the hands down the most magical, unique, special place to get married. The second you walk in for a visit it is clear, and then when the wedding weekend actually arrives, it exceeds your already high expectations. It was hard to believe, but everything we were told during our initial visit came true. The entire place is transformed for each event, and it becomes your own private wonderland, with each aspect of your wedding vision realized.
And if it is even possible to get any better, the Moses family is the most welcoming family, and make each couple feel completely supported and loved throughout the entire planning process. Their warmth and kindness radiate through all that they do, and we not only feel lucky to have had our wedding at The Holly Farm, but we feel incredibly lucky to know the Moses family. I just want to do it all again!
And if it is even possible to get any better, the Moses family is the most welcoming family, and make each couple feel completely supported and loved throughout the entire planning process. Their warmth and kindness radiate through all that they do, and we not only feel lucky to have had our wedding at The Holly Farm, but we feel incredibly lucky to know the Moses family. I just want to do it all again!
Crysta K.
Jan 23, 2018
The Holly Farm is a hidden treasure amongst the hills of Carmel Valley. Nestled along a winding road it's easy to spot and just as easy to miss, but when you make the turn in magic unfolds before your eyes. The venue is like a secret garden with surprises sprinkled down every path. Tropical plants sprout along walkways, orchids peak out from the shadows and the trees stretch high to the skies.
As the sun sets into night thousands of twinkling lights sparkle from branches all over and the place takes on a glow as if millions of small fireflies have suddenly arrived to partake in the festivities. This place is nearly indescribable, even the best photographers only scrape the surface in covering its magical beauty. The Holly Farm is family owned and is run like a well oiled machine by the Moses Family and their impeccable staff.
They are wedding and hospitality experts. From the planning of festivities to your stay, every detail is thoroughly covered and carefully considered. Our wedding here was an absolute dream.
As the sun sets into night thousands of twinkling lights sparkle from branches all over and the place takes on a glow as if millions of small fireflies have suddenly arrived to partake in the festivities. This place is nearly indescribable, even the best photographers only scrape the surface in covering its magical beauty. The Holly Farm is family owned and is run like a well oiled machine by the Moses Family and their impeccable staff.
They are wedding and hospitality experts. From the planning of festivities to your stay, every detail is thoroughly covered and carefully considered. Our wedding here was an absolute dream.
Joe S.
Jun 02, 2017
We can't say enough wonderful things about Holly Farm - Erin and Ryan and their family - who know how to put on the best wedding ever. Not only is the actual place magical, but Erin and Ryan are full fledged wedding planners - through the process and day of. They said YES to all of our fun, wacky ideas and made them come to life - it was incredible.
We couldn't have asked for more from our wedding venue and we encourage anyone who wants to get married in a magical setting, work with wonderful people and have many, many fond memories of their nuptials to get married at Holly Farm.
We couldn't have asked for more from our wedding venue and we encourage anyone who wants to get married in a magical setting, work with wonderful people and have many, many fond memories of their nuptials to get married at Holly Farm.
