San Francisco area coastal wedding destinations

Coastside Wedding and Reception Location: Cypress Meadows – Half Moon Bay – Coastside

Written by Terry Plank on . Posted in Ceremony Locations - Half Moon Bay Coastside, Reception Locations & Dining

Cypress Meadows is a location for a wedding and reception near the Pacific Ocean and the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve. It is a private and exclusive facility, located 30 miles south of San Francisco in Moss Beach, California. Their beautiful garden, meadow, forest and ocean-views guarantees that your special day will be a very memorable one.

Cypress Meadows has indoor and outdoor facilities available for your use.

Their indoor facility includes a foyer, the Cypress room, which holds up to 80 guests, a full commercial kitchen with a separate caterers ‘ entrance, and beautiful restrooms featuring granite countertops and travertine floors.

The outdoor facilities includes a large terrace featuring a flowing, two-level pond, a meadow which may be partially available for a wedding ceremony, and a beautiful garden with a path that connects the terrace to the meadow.

Some additional Cypress Meadow features and services include the following:

  • Using the caterer of your choice
  • 60 white molded folding chairs, a selection of 48? round and 6? and 8? banquet tables at no extra charge
  • Parking spaces for up to 50 cars
  • Wine, champagne and beer may be served through a caterer or bartending service
  • Amplified music is allowed inside only
  • The rental of this facility includes an eight hour time period including set-up and clean up time and provides the use of the foyer, the Cypress room, restrooms, the commercial kitchen, 2 guest suites for dressing preparations for the wedding party , the terrace, garden and a portion of the meadow.

For more information visit their web site at www.cypressmeadows.net or call 650-728-8045.

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Catering – Half Moon Bay – Coastside

Written by Terry Plank on . Posted in Resources - Half Moon Bay Coastside

When you’ve chosen a rehearsal dinner or wedding reception location that doesn’t include the meal or food service arrangements it’s necessary to hire a full service catering company.

There are many catering companies on the San Mateo County Coastside to choose from who provide a wide range of services and expertise. One we have used consistently is Sample This!

Sample This! is a full service catering company that has been serving the Coastside and the Peninsula since 1977.

They provide the following services:

  • Catering engagement parties, rehearsal dinners and wedding receptions.
  • Guiding clients with their event planning expertise to create a menu especially designed for you and your guests within the budget you have set for your reception dining, whether your plans are for a full service meal or drinks and appetizers.
  • Providing you a range of rental options.

Schedule an appointment to discuss your specific needs by calling 650-726-2044. Or visit them at http://www.halfmoonbaychamber.org/directory/profile_sample_this.html

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The Honeymoon – Half Moon Bay – Coastside

Written by Terry Plank on . Posted in Wedding Tips

Imagine it, after spending hours planning your wedding and reception, you’ve entertained and celebrated with your family and friends during the wedding festivities and now you’re married! You’re ready to begin your life together starting with your long awaited honeymoon!

Hopefully you have chosen a Honeymoon destination that allows you to de-stress, fully enjoy each others company somewhere you will both enjoy and not feel like you have broken the bank to get there.

Working with a travel agency is a good way to get some help in the process using experienced, knowledgeable professionals.

Bay World Travel is located in the Strawflower Village in Half Moon Bay and will take the stress out of your dream Honeymoon by handling your arrangements and will be there for you before, during and after your vacation. They have been providing travelers with travel planning and their expertise since 1979. Their travel agents provide a wealth of knowledge and first hand experience for choosing the perfect destination.

For more information see www.bayworldtravel.com or contact 650-726-7345.

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