McCormick Home Ranch
A historic 1918 Colonial-style home on 11 flower-filled acres in Camarillo, offering a private, family-owned garden ranch setting for open-vendor Ventura County weddings.
About McCormick Home Ranch
McCormick Home Ranch centers on a white Colonial-style home built in 1918, set on 11 verdant acres of gardens, lawns, and mature trees in Camarillo. Still family-owned after more than a century, the ranch pairs vintage charm with abundant flowers, jacarandas, and palms for a relaxed, romantic garden-wedding feel.
Couples get a private, blank-canvas property with a garden ceremony area, a circular lawn for dining and dancing, and evening Tivoli lights and Japanese lanterns. Because it welcomes your own caterer and bar, the ranch appeals to couples who want to personalize their menu and celebration.
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The complete McCormick Home Ranch planning guide
Capacity & spaces
Rentable spaces
- Garden ceremony area — honeysuckle arch and stone birdbath surrounded by flowers
- Circular lawn — open green for dining and dancing under the trees
- Main Colonial home and brick veranda — 1918 house providing a classic backdrop
- Garden settings — jacarandas, palms, and flowering beds throughout the grounds
Pricing
Catering & bar
Open vendor policy — bring your own licensed and insured caterer. Alcohol is also BYO and permitted with a licensed, insured bartender. This flexibility lets couples choose their own food and beverage styling rather than an in-house program.
Rules & restrictions
- Events run 11am–10pm; season is March through November
- Available Friday through Sunday
- Caterer must be licensed and insured (BYO)
- Alcohol allowed with a licensed, insured bartender
- Outdoor amplified music permitted with some restrictions
Getting ready, parking & access
How to book
Book directly with the family-run ranch, ideally 9–15 months ahead for peak spring and fall weekend dates. Rental rates vary by wedding year, so confirm the current-year fee, and plan for a deposit and signed contract to secure the date. Since only Friday–Sunday dates in March–November are offered, prime Saturdays go first.
Photographing McCormick Home Ranch
The ranch is a garden-portrait paradise — flowers everywhere, mature jacarandas and palms, and the white 1918 home as a timeless backdrop. Afternoon light filters warmly through the trees, and the open circular lawn catches full golden-hour glow before sunset.
Signature spots include the honeysuckle ceremony arch, the brick veranda of the main house, and shaded garden paths for intimate couple portraits. After dusk, Tivoli lights and Japanese lanterns provide a soft, romantic ambient glow for reception coverage.
Engagement sessions at McCormick Home Ranch
McCormick Home Ranch offers a lush, private garden backdrop that suits romantic, flower-forward engagement sessions.
Schedule the session in advance with the family, since the ranch hosts by appointment and access is private.
What couples love
- Historic 1918 home and century-old family ownership
- Flower-filled 11-acre gardens throughout
- Open-vendor policy for both catering and bar
- Private, single-event ranch setting
- Evening Tivoli lights and Japanese lanterns
Good to know
- Events must end by 10pm
- Season is limited to March–November, Friday–Sunday only
- Tables, chairs, linens, and furnishings cost extra
- You must supply a licensed, insured caterer and bartender
- Largely an outdoor venue, so have a weather plan for heat or rain
A typical wedding day at McCormick Home Ranch
1:00 PM — Wedding party arrives and getting-ready photos begin
4:00 PM — Garden ceremony under the honeysuckle arch
4:30 PM — Cocktail hour and portraits around the grounds
6:00 PM — Dinner and toasts on the circular lawn
9:30 PM — Final dances and send-off before the 10pm end time
Frequently asked questions
How many guests can McCormick Home Ranch hold?
Up to 250 guests for ceremony, cocktails, and reception.
Can I bring my own caterer?
Yes. The ranch has an open-vendor policy; your caterer must be licensed and insured.
Can we bring our own alcohol?
Yes, BYO alcohol is allowed with a licensed, insured bartender.
How much does a wedding cost here?
Rental fees range from about $7,500 to $9,500 depending on the date and wedding year.
What is included in the rental?
Bistro lights and a property attendant; tables, chairs, linens, and vintage furnishings are additional.
What time do events end?
Events run from 11am to 10pm, with a firm 10pm end time.
What days and months are available?
Friday through Sunday, March through November.
Is it indoors or outdoors?
It is primarily an outdoor garden ranch, so plan for weather with shade, heaters, or a tent as needed.
How old is the property?
The main Colonial-style home was built in 1918 and the ranch remains family-owned.
Where is it located?
2034 East Fifth Street, Camarillo, CA 93012, in Ventura County.
How far ahead should we book?
Popular spring and fall weekend dates often book 9–15 months in advance.
Is parking available on site?
Yes, guest parking is available on the ranch grounds.
Getting there & logistics
Nearby getting-ready hotels
- Courtyard by Marriott Camarillo
- Hampton Inn & Suites Camarillo
- Residence Inn by Marriott Camarillo
- Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Oxnard
The history behind McCormick Home Ranch
- The main home was built in 1918 and anchors the 11-acre ranch.
- The property has remained family-owned for over a century.
- It now operates as a private garden wedding and event venue.
Similar venues we love
More venues we photograph: Grand Tradition Estate & Gardens · L'Auberge Del Mar · The Lodge at Torrey Pines · Kona Kai Resort · San Diego Botanic Garden.
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