Weddings

Anza can be transformed into an intimate wedding venue tucked into the Berkeley Hills, offering a peaceful, nature-forward setting just moments from the city. Thoughtfully designed for heartfelt gatherings, the space welcomes couples and their closest people to celebrate with intention, ease, and a sense of grounding.

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Overview

Anza is a private hillside retreat for couples drawn to a more intentional, non-traditional wedding experience. Framed by elder trees, warm light, and open views, the property feels quietly removed while remaining easily accessible from Berkeley and San Francisco. With on-site lodging for up to 18 guests, Anza is well suited for intimate weddings, elopements, and multi-day celebrations.

Whats Included

• Exclusive use of the Anza property
• Overnight accommodations
• Sleeps up to 18 across 7 rooms
• 4 full bathrooms
• Upper and lower scenic decks
• Reception, dining, and dancing space
• Sunlit common areas and tea lounge
• Full kitchen with cooking and serving ware
• Japanese hot tub, sauna, and cold plunge
• Indoor and outdoor movement space
• WiFi, sound system, projector
• A/V support
• Direct trailhead access to Tilden Preserve
• On-site parking, up to 10 vehicles
• Nearby off-site options

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Celebrate Your Story

We offer a supportive, hands-on hosting style while leaving space for your vision to lead. Couples are welcome to work with their own planners, caterers, and vendors, or to collaborate with trusted local partners we’re happy to recommend.

Ceremonies

Ceremonies can be held on our outdoor grounds with sweeping views of Tilden Park, accommodating up to 100 guests. Receptions may be hosted indoors across the Sunset/Yoga room, living room, and outdoor deck, depending on your desired flow and layout. Each space can be configured for dining, dancing, or both, allowing your celebration to evolve naturally throughout the evening.

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Wedding FAQs

What is the maximum guest capacity for a wedding at Anza Sanctuary?
Anza Sanctuary can accommodate up to 100 guests for outdoor ceremonies held on the grounds with sweeping views of Tilden Park.
Does Anza Sanctuary provide catering and event planners?
Anza offers a supportive hosting style but gives couples the flexibility to work with their own planners, caterers, and vendors. The venue has a full kitchen and is catering-friendly, and they are happy to recommend trusted local partners if needed.
Are overnight accommodations included, and how many guests can stay on-site?
Yes, exclusive use of the property includes overnight accommodations for up to 18 guests across 7 rooms and 4 full bathrooms, making it ideal for multi-day celebrations and having your closest people on-site.
Where can the ceremony, dining, and dancing portions of the wedding be held?
Ceremonies are held on the outdoor grounds. Receptions (dining and dancing) can be hosted indoors across the Sunset/Yoga room, living room, and the outdoor deck, allowing couples to configure the spaces based on their desired flow and layout.
What unique wellness amenities are included with the venue rental?
The venue includes several unique amenities, such as a Japanese hot tub, sauna, and cold plunge, in addition to indoor and outdoor movement space and direct trailhead access to the Tilden Preserve.
What types of weddings is Anza best suited for?
• Intimate weddings and thoughtfully scaled celebrations
• Elopements and ceremony-centered gatherings
• Multi-day wedding weekends with close friends and family
• Nature-forward, wellness-inspired, or non-traditional weddings
• Couples seeking a calm, grounded alternative to large event venues
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