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Bacara Resort and Spa on the coast in Santa Barbara California is a magical place for photographers. When you add a beautiful property like Bacara Resort & Spa to it the magic becomes out of this world. As a photographer, we get to work and see some of the most beautiful seaside locations California has to offer. Bacara Resort & Spa is breathtaking, you have to experience it for yourself. Couples who get married here will not be disappointed.
Less than two hours north of Los Angeles and a short drive from University California, Santa Barbara, you will find this seaside resort in Goleta.
With 78 acres of pure romance breathtaking views and spectacular wedding venues, Bacara Resort & Spa offers couples one of the most romantic destination wedding venues in the world. Whether you choose an intimate garden or seaside ceremony to a grand ballroom reception, this luxury resort will create the perfect wedding celebration for bride and groom to say their I do's.
We would love the opportunity to be your wedding photographer.
You can choose from 4 different ceremony locations
THE BLUFF
The Bluff is set high above the Pacific, offering stunning ocean views. This sprawling lawn area can accommodate up to 300 guests for your seaside wedding ceremony or reception.
OCEAN LAWN
The Ocean Lawn features panoramic ocean views and is surrounded by the resort’s lush landscaping. This location is adjacent to the Executive Center, offering private rooms for pre-wedding bridal party preparations. Can accommodate up to 500 wedding guests.
RESIDENCE LAWN
A more intimate setting, ocean side venue can be reserved in conjunction with The Residence, Bacara’s premier 3,700-square foot luxury Pacific retreat. Accommodates up to 120 guests
OVAL LAWN
The Oval Lawn is a private and enclosed garden area in the heart of the resort. This garden venue offers a stunning setting for outdoor wedding ceremonies and can accommodate up to 300 guests.
The wedding reception
BACARA BALLROOM
11,300 square feet, this grand venue features 23-foot-high ceilings with beautiful sculptured details. Can accommodate up to 1,250 wedding guests or divided into three separate areas accommodating up to 350 wedding guests each.
ROTUNDA
The 1,734-square-foot, circular Rotunda is located atop Bacara’s main lobby. Filled with natural light and ocean and garden views. The Rotunda can host a ceremony or reception of up to 200 guests.
WINE CELLAR
For more intimate weddings, this wine cellar features a private dining area can seat up to for guests