Local Wedding Resources
Locations, lodging, music, flowers, photographers and more... these local resources are available to help make your wedding day perfect
Reception and Ceremony Sites
| Hastings House Garden Weddings Weddings and receptions in a romantic garden next to the Pacific Ocean. Old fashioned roses and herbs scent the air and the sound of the waves will delight your senses. Call Linda Montalto Patterson (650) 726-2513 Linda@hastingshouseweddings.com |
Chateau La Joye An outdoor venue to enjoy the casual country elegance for 60 to 500. Call Joanne Joye-Francesconi (650) 747-0163 joanne@chateaulajoye.com |
| Costanoa Located one hour south of San Francisco on historic Hwy. 1, the lodge and camp offers beauty, peace and a restful pace in a spectacular setting. weddings@costanoa.com or 650.879.7307 Call Mariana Ivancko (650) 879-1100 |
Cypress Meadows Beautiful meadow and ocean views. Spacious indoor and outdoor sites ceremonies and receptions. 650-728-8045 Contact: Sharon Dardenelle |
| Community United Methodist Church We welcome anyone who wishes to be married and have two facilities for wedding ceremonies. The historic Chapel was built in 1872, seats 100 people, and a piano is available. The larger Sanctuary seats 250 people, has an organ and a piano available, and audio-visual capabilities. (650) 726-4621 |
Best Western Lighthouse Hotel Wedding and Reception facilities... ocean front, the views from the Lighthouse Hotel in Rockaway Beach in Pacific are spectacular and unparalleled!! Call Grace (650) 359-0302 |
| Crab Landing Seafood & Steakhouse Sushi & Oyster Bar - Half Moon Crab Landing Seafood & Steakhouse in Half Moon Bay is featuring the seafood, the steaks with both an oyster and sushi bar. |
Half Moon Bay State Beach Four miles of broad, sandy beaches. Wedding reservations for the Half Moon Bay beaches need to be made through California State Park Call to get a permit: Craig (831) 335-3455 |
| Half Moon Bay Golf Links Half Moon Bay Golf Links offers a spectacular ocean-side venue perfect for elegant wedding ceremonies and receptions. Contact Amy McNeil 650-773-8895 or amcneil@hmbgolflinks.com |
Harbor House Conference Center Weddings & Receptions On the water at Princeton by the Sea Call (650) 728-1572 |
| Half Moon Bay Brewing Company Oceanfront restaurant and brew pub, banquet and party rooms. Call Cynthia Vaznaugh (650) 728-2739 |
The Huli Cat Available for weddings, receptions & custom charters. 2 hour minimum $150/hr. On the Sportfishing side, Huli Cat fishes the central coast out of Half Moon Bay for Salmon, Rock Cod, Tuna and also does Whale Watching. Capacity of the Huli Cat is 2 to 37 guests. Call Capt. Tom Matusch (650) 726-2066 |
It's Italia Pizzeria |
Miramar Beach Restaurant Ocean view dining, wedding receptions Call Sheri Lewis (650) 726-9053 Email miramarinfo@comcast.com |
| La Nebbia Winery Celebrate your special occasion in our historic winery, amidst the scenic San Mateo Hillside. Weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners and private wine tastings. Call Frank (650) 726-9463 |
Pasta Moon Ristorante Seating 80 guests in the main dining room and up to 40 in our garden room we are an ideal location for rehearsal dinner and receptions. The outdoor area, overlooks a beautiful flower laced lawn and the Pilarcitos Creek and can seat 150 or have 250 standing for cocktails and appetizers. Call Nicole Keating (650) 726-5125 nicole@pastamoon.com |
| Moss Beach Distillery The Distillery, with spectacular ocean views, has been a popular restaurant for many years. We offer private dining facilities, customized menus featuring delicious creations and a professional staff that will assist with every detail to make your wedding event a perfect one. Contact Beverly Anolin at 650-728-0220 for information. |
Sam's Chowder House El Granada Stunning øcean views Phone: (650) 712-0245 Special Events: Tracy Benedict tracy@samschowderhouse.com |
| Oceano Hotel and Spa Oceano Hotel and Spa overlooking picturesque Pillar Point Harbor. Elegant 4,400 square foot Grand Ballroom and Atrium which offer a beautiful backdrop for an ideal indoor gathering. Wedding events, from the rehearsal dinner to the ceremony and reception. Accommodations include ninety-five beautifully appointed guest suites, most overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Contact Nancy: (650) 726-5400 |
San Benito House |
| Sanctuary Cruises Boating trips on the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Year-round whale & dolphin watching, romantic wedding cruises and spectacular celebrations. Call Heidi Tiura & Stephen Dutton (831) 917-104 |
Lodging
Best Western Half Moon Bay Lodge |
Cypress Inn on Miramar Beach 215 Mirada |
| Beach House Hotel Reminiscent of a private Nantucket summer home, the Beach House Hotel Half Moon Bay offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and Pillar Point Harbor. Just 25 miles south of San Francisco the hotel features 54 spacious Ocean Lofts. (650) 712-0220 |
Pillar Point Inn At Pillar Point Harbor, an ocean front touch of Cape Cod on the California coast. Call (800) 400-8281 |
| Half Moon Bay Inn Bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, and a 14 room boutique hotel for the wedding party and out of town guests. Located on historic Main Street. Call Jamie, events coordinator (650) 726-1177 |
Landis Shores Landis Shore-Luxury ocean front Inn in Miramar Beach, Half Moon Bay Call (650) 726-6642 |
| Old Thyme Inn Friendly, informal, and charming in Half Moon Bay. Call Rick & Kathy Ellis (800) 720-4277, (650) 726-1616 |
Pacific Victorian Bed and Breakfast Elegant Victorian Inn located in Miramar Beach, Half Moon Bay, two blocks from the Beach with views of Pacific Ocean and surrounding mountains. Jeff and Lori Matthews (650) 712-3900, (888) 929-0906 |
Music
| Richard Patterson, Guitarist Classical/acoustic guitarist Richard Patterson creates the ideal atmosphere for your wedding or special occasion. Available as a soloist or in combination with other instruments such as flute or violin. Call (650) 726-1203 richard@omniconcerts.com |
Golden Bough Celtic harp, violin, guitar, pennywhistle, mandolin, accordion, bodhran (Celtic drum) and vocals. Add a Celtic flavor to your wedding with the music of Ireland and Scotland. Available for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Also available as a soloist (harp) or a duo. Call (650)359-5832 |
Photography & Video
| Dave Medal Photography email: davemedal@yahoo.com phone #: 831-345-6203 |
Kirk Moore E-mail: kirk@4moores.net Phone: 650-726-3490 |
| Premier Video Services Capture the magic of your special day! Preserve your precious memories with our signature artistic shooting and editing style. Call Robert Schnitzius (650)-455-5235 or email robert@premierAVS.com |
Todd Rafalovich Photography Phone: (650) 685.8070 info@toddrafalovich.com |
| Kimberly White Photography Call 650-373-7881 kimberly@kimberlywhite.com |
Wild Iris Photography Call (831) 331-9408 la@wildirisphoto.com |
| Michael A. Wong, Spring Mountain Gallery Half Moon Bay, CA wk (650) 726-3025 hm (650) 728-5949 |
Wedding Flowers
| Alena's Design Alena Jean 650-726-3662 |
Blumengarten Half Moon Bay, San Francisco, Wine Country Call Tanja Fischer (650) 560-9621 or (800) 252-6533 |
| Pine Potter Plantation Half Moon Bay Specializing in small intimate weddings Call Wendy Pine AIFD (650) 726-2082 pinepp@sbcglobal.net |
Repetto's Greenhouse Florist (est. 1976) A family managed full-service florist specializing in beautiful wedding flowers. Call Kathie (800) 772-7519 |
Bakeries
| Elegant Cheese Cakes Specializing in Original Design Wedding and Celebration Cakes dressed with Belgian Chocolate and garnished with edible adornments. Call Susan Morgan (650) 728-2248 |
Moonside Bakery and Cafe European Style Bakery located in Half Moon Bay Call Barbara and Thomas Grauke (650) 726-9070 |
Other Wedding Services
| Bridal Services An exclusive service for hair, nails, and make-up. Done in a private setting near Judith's. Call Kathleen Toby (650) 726-0730 |
California Pacific Limo Friendly staff, every ride is a memorable experience. Call (650) 738-5668, (650) 726-2664 |
| Half Moon Bay Chamber of Commerce The Half Moon Bay Coastside Chamber of Commerce and Visitors' Bureau Call (650) 726-8380 |
Harbormoon Inside info on ten Bed & Breakfast Inns in the Half Moon Bay/ Coastside area with free checking of availability for any date. |
| The Crystal Hermitage at Ananda Village Chapel and reception facilities at Ananda Village in Nevada City, CA |
Special Events Catering Personalized catering for every occasion, small to elaborate affairs. Call Pattie Swartz (650) 726-1555 |
