Carmel/Big Sur area site - 010306obscure
Carmel/Big Sur area site - 010306obscure
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Tucked behind an old schoolhouse in Carmel lies this little-known, hidden gem. This is the closest thing you'll find to a private beach in the Monterey/Carmel area. A short (5 minute) walk down a flat path brings you to an overlook. Have an intimate ceremony on the bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean at sunset or walk down to the small, sheltered beach to say your "I do's." You'll find this site to be a secluded and intimate place for a small wedding. Plus, the cove itself is usually sheltered from the beach winds.
What we love about this site:
Beautiful ice plant in pinks, purples and yellows abound in early to mid-summer.
The walk to the site is short (less than 5 minutes).
Dogs okay on a leash.
Potential drawbacks of this site
Parking is very limited.
Little ones will need to be watched carefully as there are no barriers at the edge of the cliffs.
Accessibility
Parking: Limited to four cars, plus the two needed for your vendors. We strongly recommend carpooling.
Access from parking: may be difficult to access for those with mobility issues due to uneven and narrow pathways.
Additional Logistics
Dogs: allowed on a leash.
Bathrooms: none.
Suitable for children: not small children. There are many areas here that do not have a protective barrier on the edge of the cliffs.
Max vehicles accommodated: up to four (4) cars in addition to those of your ceremony vendors.
Max number of guests at this site: 6.
Dates of Availability: year-round.
Permits and Fees
Permits and Fees
The site requires a micro-wedding permit of $175 and we will add the cost to your package and obtain a permit for you.
The following days increase the micro-wedding permit fee by $125 ($300 total):
Mother’s Day
President's Day Weekend
Memorial Day Weekend
Independence Day Weekend
Labor Day Weekend
Veterans Day Weekend
Thanksgiving Weekend
Christmas Weekend
New Year's Day Weekend
7-21 guests - The site requires a 1-hour permit of $450 and we will add the cost to your package and obtain a permit for you.
Event insurance is required, but you can be covered under our umbrella policy at no additional charge. In most cases, Blue Sky Elopements will also cover the refundable event deposit charged by the state of California.
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Location
Note: place marker is approximate; the actual location will be provided upon booking.
Monterey County Calendar of Events
IMPORTANT: be sure to check the calendar of events for the dates you're considering before you submit your date to us. Local events can impact traffic and the accessibility of your site.
Carmel Average Temps and Precipitation
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