The 9 Best Intimate Wedding Venues in Southern California

Posted by Carisa Kissane on Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Southern California is one of the best places in the nation to plan an intimate wedding. First off, the mild temperatures and stunning views make it a no-brainer. Second, there are so many hidden areas and quaint towns that make for a perfect intimate venue. From ranch houses adorned with koi ponds to modern warehouses, here are some of our favorite intimate wedding venues in Southern California that you can book on Peerspace.

Finding the ideal venue is easy with Peerspace’s search function. Simply enter the location and dates you’d like to host your wedding, and you’ll get dozens of gorgeous listings at your fingertips. (Including the stunners below!) Plus, each listing includes high-def photos, reviews from past renters, and the space’s features and amenities. However, if you find the perfect venue but it’s missing a little something, simply reach out to the Concierge service. This event pros can source and deliver anything you need right to your venue, from catering to A/V equipment and more.

This blank slate comes decorated with brick walls, wood floors, and vaulted ceilings — the rest is up to you and your wedding planner’s vision. With 5,700 square feet of imaginative space, you can have plenty of room for the ceremony, reception, dancing, and maybe even a photo booth! 

Also, remember that the Peerspace Concierge is ready for all of your SoCal wedding needs. We have experts that can help find the perfect tables, chairs, equipment, or even photo booth rentals. Plus, everything can be delivered straight to your venue of choice. Which, let’s face it, is something every betrothed couple can appreciate!

According to a bride who booked this venue for her big day: “The Pannikin building was an amazing venue with very responsive and professional building mangers. It’s a great place for any event, and the space was especially fantastic for the wedding we had. Thank you all so much!”

Intimate wedding venues in Southern California have that extra magic that you just can’t find anywhere else in the country. Your guests will be enjoying the comfortable climate of Southern California in this secret garden. Let us tell you exactly why it could be the perfect venue for an intimate wedding: there’s a koi pond, romantic lights, and an adequate number of restrooms for guests.

Take it from a customer who had fantastic things to say about their wedding in the garden:

“My dream was to have an outdoor wedding with warm lights all around and a romantic feel to it. This place exceeded my expectations! It was so beautiful and everyone was blown away with how gorgeous it was. Gary and Marie were there making sure everything was going smoothly and that I was happy. They were so awesome and I can’t thank them enough for making my special day so wonderful.”

Do your bride and groom love the simple life? Give your wedding party a breath of fresh air at this ranch in Long Beach — which has plenty of horses for a Western photoshoot. There’s even a barnyard that serves as a perfect bar or catering setup area. Despite its stunning natural backdrop, the ranch is close to downtown. It has space for 100 guests, for a wedding venue that’s the perfect mix of rustic and intimate.

It does get cool in this area, especially at night. Luckily, the ranch does have a bonfire area to warm up and stargaze. Just be sure to also encourage your guests to dress in warm clothes if you choose this spot, which is one of the most scenic intimate wedding venues in Southern California.

Check out what one of many happy reviewers shared about their experience at the ranch: “Caitlyn and her husband were amazing. We booked 2 weeks before our event and Caitlyn made sure everything was perfect. Not only is the space everything we wanted, she also made us feel comfortable and safe. All of my guests had an amazing time and commented on how sweet Caitlyn was. When we showed up to decorate the tables and chairs were already set up exactly the way I wanted then making it a lot easier for us. The cleaning protocols were amazing too.”

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