Calabasas / Malibu
King Gillette Ranch Wedding Photographer
A 588-acre landmark estate in the Santa Monica Mountains, centered on a historic 1920s Wallace Neff mansion.
About King Gillette Ranch
King Gillette Ranch is a 588-acre landmark estate in the Santa Monica Mountains between Calabasas and Malibu, centered on a historic 1920s Wallace Neff-designed mansion set among sprawling lawns, oak trees and a tranquil pond. Couples love the rare combination of grand historic architecture and wide-open mountain scenery, plus the flexibility to bring in their own caterer and design a personalized, unhurried outdoor celebration.
Capacity · 150 seated for ceremony and 150 for reception (indoor or outdoor)
Catering · Outside catering — preferred-vendor list or bring-your-own; BYO or preferred-vendor bar
Budget · Rental fee $8,500–$12,500 per event (varies by spaces used); catering and rentals additional
Best for · Natural, cinematic outdoor estate weddings up to 150 guests
Good to know · State-park rules mean an 11 PM amplified-music curfew and coordinated logistics for catering.
Info · mrca.ca.gov/wedding-special-events/pages/king-gillette-ranch · (310) 589-3230
What couples love
Couples love the stunning 588-acre setting with canyon, meadow and mountain views. The historic Wallace Neff mansion and Spanish detailing make a beautiful backdrop. The expansive grounds and shade trees let the day unfold at a relaxed pace.
Good to know
State-park rules mean an 11 PM amplified-music curfew and coordinated logistics for catering. Wheelchair accessibility across the grounds is limited. As public parkland, a strong planner is recommended for a smooth event.
A typical wedding day
12:00 PM — Vendor load-in; getting ready in the mansion
1:30 PM — First look under the oak trees
3:00 PM — Wedding-party and family portraits on the lawn
4:30 PM — Ceremony on the lawn with the mountain backdrop
5:00 PM — Cocktail hour and golden-hour couple portraits
6:30 PM — Reception, dinner and toasts
8:00 PM — Open dancing
11:00 PM — Music curfew and event end
Photographing King Gillette Ranch
Best spots: the 1920s Wallace Neff mansion and courtyard, the sprawling lawns and oak trees, the pond, and the surrounding mountains. It suits a documentary and editorial style; many photographers shoot it on mixed film and digital for a timeless, natural-light look.
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