TAR CREEK RANCH
T I M E L E S S R A N C H R O M A N C E
WELCOME TO
TAR CREEK RANCH
Nestled in the rolling hills of the Huasna Valley, Tar Creek Ranch offers a picturesque escape where history and natural beauty come together in perfect harmony. Just 5 minutes from the Arroyo Grande Village, the ranch feels wonderfully secluded yet remains conveniently close to everything.
Tar Creek Ranch is available as a full weekend rental, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of the property. With multiple settings to host your events from welcome to farewell, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to enjoy the ranch and celebrate with those closest to you.
If you choose our Homestead Package, you’ll also enjoy an additional evening in the Ranch House after your celebration, giving you the perfect space to relax, unwind, and reflect on the amazing memories you ’ ve just created.
Credits
Image: Ashley Rae Studio
ELEGANT & UNFUSSY
Tar Creek Ranch spans 100 acres, surrounded by the natural beauty of pepper trees, oaks, magnolia trees, wildflowers, and meticulously landscaped gardens filled with lavender and roses.
With a manicured lawn and five unique event spaces, the ranch is thoughtfully designed for a seamless flow from the moment of arrival to the final dance of the night.
Tar Creek Ranch is as versatile as it is beautiful, offering the perfect setting for unforgettable celebrations.
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Credits
Mooncrest Media | Ashley Rae Studio | Staci Hood Photography
Chris Tack Photography | Lena Britt | Leana Myra Photography
Leana Myra Photography | Lena Britt
The Barn
Built in the late 1920s and lovingly restored by the owners of Tar Creek Ranch, the barn serves as the heart of the property.
Spanning 3,500 square feet, the barn features a full wrap-around bar with a convenient pass-through window to the Garden Perfect for up to 120 people for dining, 160 for dancing. Prep kitchen equipped with professional-grade sinks, an ice maker, and a refrigerator
Permanent Restroom Facilities
Credits Clockwise
Burlap & Oak Photography | SLO Town Studios
Mooncrest Media | Lena Britt Photography
Brett Munoz
Magnolia Pavillion
Magnolia Pavilion is the ideal setting for reception dining, accommodating up to 200 guests and surrounded by picturesque long grasses and wildflowers. Includes a convenient catering area hidden from guests, with a passthrough for seamless service. The pavilion is beautifully lit with bistro lighting and adorned with two chandeliers.
During the cooler months from October to June, the top is transformed into a clear tent, Removable Clear Sides
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Ashley Rae Studio | SLO Town Studios
Leana Myra Photography Burlap & Oak Photography
Draping by Kim | Farmermaid Flowers
The Garden
The Garden welcomes your guests with a beautifully landscaped path leading to a charming gathering area with fountains and a manicured lawn. This versatile space can be used for ceremonies, al fresco dining, or lawn games for your guests.
The area opens up to a cocktail space featuring 10 barrel-topped cocktail tables with stools and a convenient pass-through window to the Barn’s bar— ideal for cocktail hour.
After dinner, your guests can unwind around one of two gas fire pits, perfect for relaxing and catching up with loved ones!
Credits
Leana Myra Photography
Alyssa Flores Photography Audrey Donohue
Dining Chairs: Got You Covered
Lena Britt Photography
White Ceremony Chairs Included in rental
The Meadow
The Meadow is our newest space option, offering a romantic setting for your ceremony amidst wildflowers, grasses, and a stunning ridgeline that remains green year-round. It's also an idyllic spot for photos, where golden hour casts a magical glow over this wild, natural space where deer roam freely.
Credits
Ceremony Chairs: Got You Covered
Burlap & Oak Photography
Sarah Vendramini Photography
Lena Britt Photography
The Ranch House
The Ranch House offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and comfortably sleeps 12. Thoughtfully furnished and designed with meticulous attention to detail, the home is bathed in natural light, making it an ideal setting for your beauty team.
Whether hosting out-of-town guests or using it as a luxurious Bridal Suite, you’ll find the space perfect for your needs. The Master Suite features a spacious bathroom, perfect for your beauty preparations, along with a relaxing soaking tub.
The fully equipped kitchen is ready for a private chef, while the backyard provides an idyllic setting for a rehearsal dinner, post-wedding brunch, or simply unwinding by the firepit as you soak in the serene ambiance of the ranch.
Credits
Burlap & Oak Photography
3 Bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms
Sleeps 12
Master Suite with large Master
Bath and sunken tub
Pool Table
Fireplace
Air Conditioning
Fully Equipt Kitchen
Washer and Dryer
Amenities such as iron with board,
hair dryers, towels
Outdoor BBQ
Outdoor Firepit
Outdoor Television and patio
seating
Event Patio with String Lighting
Groom’s Suite
Welcome to the Man Cave, the ultimate Groom’s Suite at Tar Creek Ranch! This is the perfect spot for the groom and his groomsmen to kick back and relax before the big moment.
Toast to the celebration ahead, enjoy a game of corn hole, rope the steer, catch a game on the flatscreen TV, or get ready in style with a private bathroom and shower.
It’s the ideal space to unwind, have fun, and prepare for the day ahead!
Credits
Burlap & Oak Photography
AMENITIES
Every package includes the following amenities:
Up to 5 Unique Event Spaces waiting for whatever you dream up!
All-access from 11 am the day before your wedding, until 11 am the day after your wedding.
Tables and Seating
(20) 72" Rounds
(200) White Folding Chairs
(4) 6' Tables
(8) Barrel Topped Cocktail Tables with two stools each
(6) 30" round cocktail tables
(4) Propane Outdoor Heaters
2 Built-in fire pits with seating
2 Arches available for use
Onsite Restrooms
Catering Prep Kitchen with ice machine and refrigerator, plus out of sight catering area for plating and scullery
Optional Disco Ball in Barn
(1) Wood Frame for event signage
Large wooden bar in barn with pass-through to cocktail space for an additional bar option
Onsite parking
Magnolia Pavillion features optional clear top with indoor bistro lighting and chandeliers
Bistro lighting throughout
Preferred vendor list
Full access to the ranch for photographs
On-Site Venue Manager
Onsite Accomodations available
Groom’s Suite Available Credits
(Most packages)
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5 STAR LOVE
“This venue was absolutely perfect for our wedding! The barn is the perfect combination of elegant and rustic, allowing our reception to feel both classy and homey... We also loved the patio outside where guests could go to talk away from the music inside. We also had access to the ranch house, which was the perfect place for our rehearsal dinner and for my bridesmaids and I to get ready the morning of the wedding. The grounds of this venue are stunning, so no need to travel anywhere off property for a beautiful backdrop for your wedding photos! ...They were so helpful to us in the planning process and throughout the wedding weekend. This is the perfect venue to encompass all of your wedding weekend needs!” Nicole H.
I love love love this venue! My husband and I had our DREAM wedding at Tar Creek Ranch, June 2024. Mathew and his staff were extremely helpful, kind and great to work with. Holly (property manager) was amazing! She was very quick to respond to my emails, questions, thoughts...you name it! This venue has the best layout out of all the venues in surrounding areas. It truly is the perfect venue and we can’t recommend them enough. Thank you for providing such a beautiful space and making all of our wedding dreams come true!- Maria M.
“If you ’ re even questioning which venue to book for your wedding, trust that you are getting what you hope for and then some if you choose Tar Creek Ranch. The grounds are beautiful, the barn is stunning, exceptionally clean, and has all the amenities you could need. The barn has been thoughtfully upgraded to compliment any taste. You also have access to an incredible guesthouse onsite which was a dream for the wedding weekend!” - Kate S.
As a coordinator it was such a pleasure working with Matt (Owner) & Holly (venue manager) to create the absolute dream wedding for my couple Maria & Carson! The venue is absolutely stunning, the accommodations they offer are so great, & their communication from start to finish was amazing on every level. If you ’ re considering Tar Creek, book NOW you won’t be disappointed.- Ashley Mercardo, Ashley May Events
Tar Creek Ranch was a dream venue to have our wedding at. The barn is breathtaking, the landscaping is beautiful, and the overall feel of this venue was everything we could have ever wanted. An amazing feature of this venue is the house to stay at within walking distance from the barn, but positioned perfectly so it is nice and tucked away. Both Matthew and Holly were so helpful and accommodating and made the experience so easy and seamless. I would recommend this venue to anyone and everyone! - Katie M.
“Tar Creek Ranch offered such an elegant environment with their one of a kind reception space: a beautiful, immaculately restored barn with gorgeous lighting, plenty of space for tables and a dance floor, and a two way bar for our guests to enjoy drinks inside or on the patio space! Our guests could not stop complimenting how lovely and peaceful the venue was.
We were also incredibly thankful for the house on the property that allowed us to host our rehearsal dinner and was a place for our bridal party to have a comfortable place to sleep the night before and get ready for the day! We were thrilled to have so many stunning locations on the property for wedding pictures that helped capture the landscape of our beautiful town that we both love so much” - Laura A.
This venue was an absolute dream for us!! Matthew and Holly were beyond the best people to work with making our experience so easy. They are professional, quick with communication, and so kind to work with. This was especially helpful since we lived out of town but they were always there to help with any concerns or questions. Not to mention this venue is stunning! Between the outdoor ceremony, the beautiful tent for a dinner space, and the barn for our reception this venue has it all. Our guests could not stop talking about how much they loved the venue. This location is perfectly tucked away to make your wedding feel so intimate and special. We could not have asked for a better venue or people to work with. We would HIGHLY recommend Tar Creek for your wedding venue and we promise you will have as amazing of a day as we did! - Ally M.
As the owner and lead coordinator of Kreative Details by KD, I've had the pleasure of partnering with Matthew & Holly (owner & manager) on multiple occasions; they are quick to communicate, easy to work with, and are just simply amazing. Our Kreative Details team absolutely loves Tar Creek Ranch and we are excited whenever a couple decides to book their wedding there. Surrounded by hills and open fields, the venue is quiet, peaceful, and private. The ranch's beautiful indoor and outdoor options allow for a variety of different wedding styles and photo locations. The barn's fabulous lighting, custom metal work, and built in bar offer a great space to entertain. Tar Creek has both luxury accommodations and space which is a rare find. The Central Coast is lucky to have this venue! - Kristi Dibbern, Kreative Details by KD I recently had the pleasure of planning a wedding at Tar Creek Ranch, and it was an incredible experience! The property is absolutely breathtaking, with impeccably maintained grounds and a stunning landscape that offers a range of versatile event spaces, each bringing its own magic to the occasion. The venue staff is not only helpful but genuinely warm and welcoming. I can’t wait to bring more of my clients to Tar Creek Ranch—it’s truly a top choice for a memorable and beautiful event. Highly recommend! - Shea Linane, Shea Lindsey
Events
My (now) wife and I just got married here over the weekend. Coming from LA, we weren't very familiar with the area, but now the central coast and AG hold a special place in our heart. Matthew the owner and Holly the venue manager are so easy to work with. We told them what we were looking for in a venue and they checked all our boxes. We absolutely love the property and our guests were so impressed wondering how we even found the place. The propane fire pits are large and fully inflamed at night, perfect for our elderly family members that get cold easily. The two-way bar is so much fun and keeps your cocktail hour and reception so concise. Our bartender said it's one of their favorite bars to work at. The inside of the barn is absolutely stunning and we love having the option to do the reception dinner inside or outside. The ranch house was the perfect compliment for the rehearsal dinner, and getting ready the day of. Having the entire grounds for the wedding weekend is such a luxury. Everything is modern and elegant while maintaining the relaxing rustic ranch vibe we were going for. As we were leaving the property two days after getting married, I was getting emotional as I realized how much I'll miss this place. The only thing I regret is not exploring the property more as there is a lot of surrounding wilderness to enjoy. Fortunately you can rent the ranch house on Airbnb, which I can't wait to do for future anniversaries. - Michael J.
PACKAGES
Full Wedding Weekend
The Ranch
Enjoy full access to The Barn, Garden, Meadow, and Magnolia Pavilion, with exclusive use from the day before your wedding until the day after. This gives you the perfect space to host multiple wedding events, complete with all the amenities on our list.
The Ranch House and Groom’s Suite are offered as ala carte additions to the Ranch Package.
Peak $15,000 (Mid-May to Mid-November)
Off-Peak $13,000 (Mid-November to Mid-May)
The Homestead
Enjoy full access to The Barn, The Garden, The Meadow, Magnolia Pavilion, Groom’s Suite and Ranch House, along with use of the Ranch House Patio for rehearsal dinners and intimate wedding weekend gatherings. You’ll have full access to the venue from the day before your wedding until the day after, with all the amenities listed, plus a 3-night stay in The Ranch House for up to 12 guests.
Peak $18,000 (May-November)
Off-Peak $16,000 (November-April)
Petite Ranch Celebrations
Tailored for weddings with 85 guests and under our specially priced Ranch and Homestead packages, The Ranch $10,000 The Homestead $12,500
PACKAGES
Non-Ceremony Day Use & Special Gatherings
Ranch Soiree
Enjoy full, single-day access to the Barn, Garden, and Magnolia Pavilion for up to 200 guests, giving you the perfect backdrop for multiple wedding events, including receptions, wedding showers, engagement parties, and more. Plus, you’ll have all of our included amenities at your fingertips for a seamless, unforgettable celebration.
The Ranch House is offered as an ala carte addition.
$3700 for up to 100 guests
$30 per guets after up to 200
The Ranch House
Our Ranch House is the perfect spot for hosting intimate events and gatherings for up to 50 guests. Perfect for micro-receptions, engagement parties, and wedding showers. You’ll enjoy modern amenities within a warm, inviting atmosphere!
A fully equipped kitchen makes this space a favorite for private chefs, while the gas fire pit on the patio offers peaceful evenings surrounded by nature. Includes tables and chairs for up to 50 guests, and a 2 night stay in the Ranch House for up to 12 guests.
$2000
Event Coordination
All guests hosting wedding events at Tar Creek Ranch are required to engage the services of an event planner. You have the flexibility to choose between a Day-of, Month-of, or Full-Service Planner to suit your needs. It's important to note that the event planner should not have any affiliation with the wedding party or be a guest at the event.
Outside Vendors
While we love working with our preferred vendors, we welcome new ones too. However, any outside vendors must be approved by us before finalizing your contracts with them. We kindly ask that they provide all necessary licenses, permits, and certifications for a smooth coordination process prior to your date. Our Preferred Vendor List can be found by clicking here.
Alcohol
Yes, you are welcome to bring your own alcohol to the event. However, for your safety and the smooth running of the celebration, we require that all alcohol be served through a professional bartender service. This ensures responsible serving practices and a worry-free experience for all.
To hold the date
A $2000 security deposit is required upon contract signing to secure your wedding date. The first payment of 50% is due 120 days before your wedding, followed by a second payment of 25% due 60 days before the wedding. The final balance is due 7 days prior to your wedding.
For More Information, or to book a tour of the ranch
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Come visit us, we’d love to show you around!
The photos and videos of Tar Creek Ranch are breathtaking, but nothing compares to experiencing its beauty in person. We’d love to give you a personal tour—whether in-person or virtually—to explore the serene surroundings and see firsthand what makes this venue so special.
Visit our Website for more Information
To schedule your tour, please contact our Venue Event Manager, Holly Holliday, at Holly@tarcreekranch.net, or click here for our calendar.
