Proposals and weddings at Post Ranch Inn: options and rules
Post Ranch Inn accepts proposals and small weddings with several packaged options (Elopement, Tiny, Intimate, Grand) and venue choices that include cliffside ocean views and the Redwood Forest Venue. Weddings require advance inquiry to weddings@postranchinn.com, a minimum two-night stay beginning the night prior to the event, and all overnight guests must be 18 or older.
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Wedding and proposal options
Post Ranch Inn offers a set of wedding packages sized for very small gatherings through intimate celebrations: an Elopement Package (for 2–3 people), a Tiny Wedding Package (up to 8 people), an Intimate Wedding Package (up to 12 people), and a Grand Wedding Package (up to 35 people).
Packages can include a ceremony, officiant, florals, professional photography and coordination services; specific inclusions vary by package and must be confirmed with the weddings team.
- Elopement Package: 2–3 people (including the couple)
- Tiny Wedding Package: up to 8 people (including the couple)
- Intimate Wedding Package: up to 12 people (including the couple)
- Grand Wedding Package: up to 35 people
| Package | Typical Max Guests |
|---|---|
| Elopement | 2–3 |
| Tiny Wedding | Up to 8 |
| Grand Wedding | Up to 35 |
Venues and settings
Ceremonies may be held cliffside with Pacific views or beneath tall redwoods in the Redwood Forest Venue. The Redwood Forest Venue is listed specifically for intimate ceremonies and has a stated capacity of 18 guests for that garden/forest setting.
Sierra Mar’s ocean-view terrace can be used for larger receptions or plated events; one source notes terrace events there can host 25–75 guests depending on setup and timing.
- Redwood Forest Venue: up to 18 guests (garden/forest setting)
- Cliffside/ocean-view terraces, including Sierra Mar: used for ceremony or reception (larger-range capacities quoted externally)
- Post House: private one-bedroom home can be used for small private dinners or special events
| Venue | Noted Use | Guest Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Redwood Forest Venue | Forest ceremony | Capacity: 18 guests |
| Sierra Mar terrace | Ceremony or reception | Reported 25–75 guests (depends on event) |
| Post House | Private events/dinners | One-bedroom private home on property |
Rules, approvals and vendor policies
All outside vendors (photographers, hair/makeup, musicians, officiants, etc.) must be pre-approved by Post Ranch Inn management and coordinate with a Post Ranch–approved coordinator. Confirm vendor acceptance and any insurance or permit requirements with the weddings team early in planning.
A wedding requires a minimum two-night stay in one guestroom beginning the night prior to the event. Parties are limited in how many rooms they may book: one source indicates a maximum of four guestrooms (eight people) may be booked by a single wedding party; verify current limits with the resort.
- Advance wedding inquiry required: weddings@postranchinn.com
- Minimum two-night stay beginning the night before the event
- Outside vendors require pre-approval and must work with an approved coordinator
- Confirm guestroom booking limits and room-block policies with reservations
| Requirement | What to do |
|---|---|
| Vendor approval | Obtain pre-approval; use approved coordinator |
| Stay minimum | Book two nights starting night before event |
| Room block limits | Verify maximum rooms/guests with resort |
Guestroom considerations for proposals and small weddings
All guestrooms at Post Ranch Inn are adults-only and limited to two persons per room; every guestroom features a single king bed. The resort also offers the Post House, a larger private accommodation that can be used for private dinners or as an event support space.
If you plan to propose or hold a small ceremony on-site, consider booking rooms close together early; the property restricts group bookings and is an intimate resort with about 39–40 guestrooms total.
- Room occupancy: two persons per room (one king bed)
- All overnight guests must be 18 or older
- Post House: private one-bedroom home available for special events
| Room Type (examples) | Notes |
|---|---|
| Upper Pacific Suite | Suite option with ocean views (confirm availability) |
| Tree House | Forest-setting room; useful for small private moments |
| Post House | Private home; used for special events/dinners |
Logistics: timing, permits and accessibility
Ceremony timing, noise restrictions and end times should be confirmed with the weddings team. Post Ranch Inn directs all event and group inquiries to weddings@postranchinn.com so the team can confirm site-specific rules and any permit needs.
The property is wheelchair accessible in many public areas, but the resort has no elevators; guests with mobility needs should discuss access to specific venues and rooms with the wedding coordinator when planning an event.
- Contact weddings@postranchinn.com to confirm times, permits and site rules
- Confirm accessibility for guests with mobility needs (no elevators on property)
- All overnight guests must be 18+; ensure vendor and attendee ages comply
| Logistic | Action |
|---|---|
| Event timing | Confirm with weddings team |
| Accessibility | Discuss room/venue access prior to booking |
| Permits | Ask weddings team if any local permits are required |
Dining, accommodations and guest experience
Sierra Mar is the inn’s main restaurant with ocean views and is able to host plated events on its terrace; breakfast is complimentary and reserved for overnight guests. Lunch and dinner service hours are published by the property and should be confirmed when arranging meal service for an event.
Post Ranch Inn is not an all-inclusive property: room rates include complimentary daily breakfast and select resort activities, but meals, bar charges and special event catering are arranged and billed separately.
- Sierra Mar: breakfast (complimentary for overnight guests), lunch and dinner service with reservations recommended
- Breakfast hours: 7:30 AM–10:30 AM (for overnight guests)
- Dinner reservations are required; lunch reservations are recommended
| Meal | Typical Hours / Notes |
|---|---|
| Breakfast (Sierra Mar) | 7:30 AM–10:30 AM — included for overnight guests |
| Lunch (Sierra Mar) | 12:00 PM–3:00 PM — reservations recommended |
| Dinner (Sierra Mar) | 5:30 PM–9:00 PM — reservations required |
