Say ‘I do’ high above the Pacific, the waves crashing in the distance. Celebrate a milestone occasion with the whole family, share meaningful moments before retreating to your own private cottage. Gather key leaders or wellness-minded clients in a setting that fosters creativity, camaraderie, and calm. Or join us for guided wellness retreats to restore & relax on the Mendocino Coast.
Whether it’s a wedding, a business meeting, or a wellness gathering, events at Mar Vista Farm + Cottages are a little different—and a lot better.
With nine largely undisturbed acres, 11 cottages, and endless opportunity for exploration on the Mendocino coast, this is a place for those who seek greater connection; it’s for the ones who understand that the people you’re with are as important as the occasion being celebrated.
Our adaptable spaces allow you to craft your ideal day, from intimate ceremonies to lively receptions. We’re passionate about hosting every aspect of your celebration, including ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, and post-wedding brunches.
Perfect for private dinners, receptions, and group activities, the Glass House is at the center of Mar Vista. Designed like a greenhouse, it has room for 40 guests at a single table that stretches the length of the structure. Unique, exquisite, and absolutely unforgettable, it is a place of boundless potential: the beginning of an evening you’ll remember forever, or the foundation of an anniversary that soon will become family legend.
Mar Vista Micro-Celebration, Mini-Celebration, and Full Celebration, including Full Buy Out (all cottages inclusive)
Note: At Mar Vista we intentionally keep the campus very dark and night; no screens, no street lights, only the milky way, the north star and an occasional moon to guide you. We promote star gazing and have incorporated some of the most notable meteor showers in the calendar. Learn more here.
7th – Full Harvest Moon – also a Super Moon!
21st – New Moon – Best for Stargazing
21st – Orionids Meteor Shower
29th – Mercury at Greatest Eastern Elongation,
look for it low in the sky just after sunset
4th-5th Southern Taurids Shower
5th – Full Beaver Moon – also an Extreme Super Moon!
11th-12th Northern Taurids Shower
16th-17th – Leonids Meteor Shower
20th – New Moon – Best for Stargazing
4th – Full Cold Moon
13th-14th – Geminids Meteor Shower
19th – New Moon – Best for Stargazing
21st-22nd – Ursids Meteor Shower
Our Calendar focuses on the land, preserving days for honoring its inhabitants and sharing the
joy of its bounty. Watch for on-property events and ENJOY!
4th – Harvest Celebration at Oz Farm
4th – Full Hunter’s Moon Night Tour – Point Arena Lighthouse
16-19th – Closed for Private Event
24th-26th – Closed for Private Event
31st – Trick or Treat on Main Street in Point Arena
7th-9th – Third Annual Arena Theater Short Film FestivalZ
8th – Almost Full Beaver Moon Night Tour – Point Arena Lighthouse
28th-29th – Annual Holiday Arts + Crafts Fair – Gualala Arts Center
28th – Holiday Maker’s Market at the Sea Ranch Lodge
6th – Secret Coast Supper at Mar Vista
6th – Hometown Holidays in Point Arena
6th – Holiday Arts + Crafts Fair – Elk
20th- Holiday Maker’s Market at the Sea Ranch Lodge
As a city dweller, there is something magical about Mar Vista. It may be the charming 1930's/40's cottages with gas-powered stoves, or the serene setting full of colorful chickens, or a vegetable garden surrounded by woods, or the breakfast. Fresh eggs are delivered daily & strolling to the vegetable garden to harvest herbs to make a delicious omelet was the most wonderful experience.
Wonderful hosts with exceptional service. The nearby towns are charming, with many stunning hikes along the bluffs. The garden is paradise - you can pick anything your heart desires. Highly recommend for anyone who enjoys connecting with nature & wants a respite from busy life. Still thinking about those farm fresh eggs...
It is hard to describe how special this place is! We have been many times over the years, and most recently visited for a Wellness Weekend retreat which we loved everything about. Cab and Deanna, the proprietors, are so lovely and accommodating. They take exceptional care of the property and guests. The cottages are adorable and perfect. The property is gorgeous, and the farm animals make it extra special. I cannot recommend Mar Vista enough and cannot wait to go back!