Couple dressed in wedding attire holding hands in front of a rustic brick building with black shutters, red flower boxes, and striped awnings.

About Carondelet House

Overall Recommendations: ★★★★★
Getting Ready: ★★★★★
Ceremony: ★★★★☆
Couple Photos: ★★★★☆
Reception: ★★★★★

The Carondelet House is an Italian brick building that marries vintage style with modern features to create gorgeous event spaces. It was built in 1926 and serves as home to architects in Los Angeles. Later, the building housed Otis College of Art and Design. Its creative design and the classic features make it an interesting wedding destination. The stunning rooms, portraits, and interior décor make the rooms ideal for wedding photography and videography, where passion meets fashion. Another amazing LA venue!

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Getting Ready at Carondelet House

Calamigos Ranch Malibu affords wedding parties the use of a bridal suite for two hours prior to the wedding. You and your bridesmaids can relax, prepare for the day, and make memories together. It’s also the perfect time for some bridal party photography among the natural wonders of the ranch.

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Champagne bottle, glasses, and decorative items on a dark table for a celebration.

A vintage pale pink wedding dress on a mannequin, placed next to a large mirror, with matching shoes and a decorative folding screen in the background.

Two men in formal attire in a dimly lit room with a brick wall, bookshelf, and vintage decor. The man in the foreground adjusts his collar, while the man in the background smokes a cigarette and smiles.

Five women celebrating under a large chandelier, raising their glasses in a toast at an indoor party.

A woman in a floral kimono standing by a large window, overlooking a cityscape.

Bride in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of red flowers, surrounded by six bridesmaids in matching burgundy dresses, standing against a pink wall.

Six men in tuxedos walking on a city sidewalk in front of a theater marquee that reads 'Hanging with Doctor Z!'. The photo is in black and white.

Couple’s Session at Carondelet House

There are many spots for whimsical photos that capture the uniqueness of your relationship, from the bridges to the waterfalls to the canopies of trees. But there isn’t a more iconic spot than at the ranch’s colorful ferris wheel, a feature you won’t find at any other outdoor wedding venue in the Los Angeles area.

A bride and groom standing closely together in an outdoor setting adorned with greenery and hanging lanterns, sharing an intimate moment.

A bride and groom in wedding attire inside a brick-walled room with large windows, a mirror, and vintage furniture.

A man and woman sitting on a vintage leather sofa in a cozy, dimly lit room with a brick wall, shelves with books and decor, a globe, a round mirror, framed pictures, and candles on a wooden table.

A bride and groom standing close together against a pink wall, the bride holding a bouquet of red roses and wearing a white lace wedding dress, the groom in a black tuxedo with a bow tie.

A bride and groom holding hands and walking in a parking lot at sunset, with tall buildings and a blue sky in the background.

A bride and groom holding hands and smiling, standing on a stairway decorated with candles in glass holders, in an elegantly decorated room with chandeliers and arches.

Wedding Ceremony at Carondelet House

Calamigos Ranch offers four ethereal venues for your wedding ceremony and celebration. The Garden Patio, pictured below, is a lovely spot where you can wed under a rustic arch, with up to 280 of your loved ones looking on. If you choose the Ranch House for your reception, you can have your ceremony in the a beautiful meadow. Or near the Cottage Pavillion, you can have your ceremony under a grand, old California oak tree. Or at the Oaks, you can say your vows on a deck with a semicircular waterfall in the background.

A newlywed couple sharing a kiss during their wedding reception, surrounded by guests in a dimly lit venue with a chandelier overhead.

A bride and groom posing together at their wedding reception, with guests in the background and a chandelier hanging from the wooden ceiling.

A bride in a lace wedding dress holding a bouquet of red flowers, standing near a stained glass window with blue floral designs.

Bride in a wedding gown and veil standing outside a rustic venue, with a sign that reads 'Unplugged Ceremony' nearby, floral arrangements, a chandelier inside, and large trees surrounding the setting.

Wedding Reception at Carondelet House

You can also hold your reception in a number of locations: the rustic Dining Room, the Ranch House, or outdoors on the Pavillion or next to the pond. Each unique site celebrates the natural beauty to be found at Calamigos Ranch.

A bride and groom dancing at their wedding reception in a warmly lit, rustic venue with brick walls and chandeliers.

A bride and groom are dancing closely together at their wedding reception, smiling and enjoying the moment, with guests watching and taking photos in the background.

A bride and groom are dancing together in a wedding reception, holding hands and smiling, surrounded by guests who are taking photos and watching them dance.

Sample Timeline

8:30 am Hair and makeup begins

12:00 pm Groomsmen arrive at getting ready location

2:30 pm Hair and makeup complete

2:30 pm Groom and groomsmen dressed and ready

3:00 pm Photographer/Videographer (Lulan Studios) arrives & coverage begins

3:00 pm Bridesmaids dressed and ready

3:00 pm Bride and Bridesmaids departure for the ceremony

3:30 pm Bride gets dressed/Getting ready photos and detail shots

3:45 pm Groom and Groomsmen departure for the ceremony

4:00 pm Pin boutonnieres

4:30 pm First Touch

4:30 pm All ceremony details set for guest arrival

5:00 pm Earliest guest arrival

5:30 pm Ceremony Begins

6:00 pm Cocktail hour

6:00 pm Family Photos

6:11 pm Sunset

6:30 pm Newlywed Photos/Wedding Party Photos

7:00 pm Reception begins

7:00 pm Guests seated for dinner

7:02 pm Wedding Party Introductions

7:05 pm Newlywed Introduction

7:07 pm First Dance

7:10 pm Dinner Service

7:45 pm Toast by the Groom's parents

7:50 pm Toast by the Bride's Mom

7:55 pm Mother/Son Dance

8:00 pm Mother/Daughter Dance

8:03 pm Open dance floor

8:30 pm Desserts set out

9:00 pm Thank you by the Newlyweds

9:00 pm Cake cutting

9:05 pm Open dance floor

10:30 pm Last Call

10:45 pm Bar Closes

10:45 pm Last Dance

10:55 pm Big Group Picture with Guests

11:00 pm Event concludes

FAQ

Q-How many guests can I invite to my Calamigos Ranch wedding?

A-The largest venue on site is the Cottage Pavillion, which allows for up to 500 seated guests at a reception.

Q-Can I choose my own caterer?

A-Calamigos Ranch asks you to choose their superb on-site caterer, who will plan a menu that includes farm-fresh ingredients grown on the property and other locally sourced foods.

Q-Can we stay the night at the venue?

A-Yes! The venue has a couple of intimate accommodations that you can rent for your wedding night and never have to leave the property on your wedding day.

Houdini Estate is located at 327 Latigo Canyon Rd Malibu, CA 90265