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Your Wedding at Stone House

Everything included, all seven spaces, and honest pricing — right here, no forms to fill out.

A Historic California Event Venue

Where history, sustainability & culinary excellence meet

Within a beautifully restored 1857 historic building, Stone House blends timeless charm with a modern event venue and elevated hospitality experiences. Our commitment to nourishing the community goes beyond the venue.

Our catering is crafted with the highest-quality ingredients and always seed-oil free. Whether you’re here for a wedding, a birthday, or any kind of event, Stone House offers a space where history, sustainability, and culinary excellence come together.

A Great Hall wedding reception at Stone House Nevada City
The Venue

Seven spaces, one historic building

Rent the full building and flow between all of them — indoors and out — across your 12-hour celebration.

The Great Hall at Stone House Nevada City

The Great Hall

Stone walls, timber beams, and elegant lighting set the backdrop for a formal dining experience.

Seats up to 100
The Courtyard at Stone House Nevada City

The Courtyard

Perfect for an outdoor ceremony and al fresco dining, framed by romantic stone walls and a picturesque brick stairway.

Ceremony 130 · Dinner 100
The Showroom at Stone House Nevada City

The Showroom

State-of-the-art sound and lighting with a wooden dance floor — the best place in the Sierra Foothills to dance the night away.

Up to 300 · Dinner for 50 stage-side
The Cavern at Stone House Nevada City

The Cavern

Built in the late 1800s as a brewery — your wedding hideaway for wine and whiskey tastings or an intimate dinner.

Fits up to 30
The Parlour at Stone House Nevada City

The Parlour

A mesmerizing downstairs bar with exquisite cocktails in a casual, riveting space.

Cocktails 100 · 200 with Showroom
The Lounge at Stone House Nevada City

The Lounge

The finest craft cocktails, plush leather seating, and gorgeous wood tables in a room that leaves guests in awe.

Table service 50 · 150 with Great Hall
The Suite at Stone House Nevada City

The Suite

A three-bedroom penthouse for daytime relaxation and overnight stays — steam shower, copper tub, and full kitchen.

3-bedroom penthouse
The All-Inclusive Package

What’s included

Full access to the venue for 12 hours — with everything set and ready before you arrive.

12-Hour Full Building Access

Exclusive use of the entire venue for a full 12 hours.

Six Spaces, Four Rooms

The whole historic building — indoor and out — is yours.

Penthouse Getting-Ready Suite

A private suite for the day, 2–3 hours before your event.

Tables & Chairs

Set and ready across every space.

China, Stemware & Silverware

Full place settings for up to 150 guests.

Cake Cutting Service

Handled by our team — no extra fee.

Screen & Microphone

For toasts, slideshows, and speeches.

Meyer Sound System

A professional line-array system built in.

Stage & Dance Floor

A wooden dance floor to close the night.

GrandMA Lighting

Programmable lighting to set the mood.

Venue Pricing

The full building, yours for the day

12-Hour Full Building RentalAll seven spaces · 12 hours exclusive$10,000
Hourly Extension / Add-onExtend beyond your 12 hours$850/hr
Overnight Bridal SuiteThree-bedroom penthouse$1,000

Prices shown are before tax & service fee.

Every catering package is priced per guest and includes the essentials for a full celebration:

Cocktail-hour hors d’oeuvresBuffet or plated mealRolls & butter · Salad2 entrées, chef’s choice + veg/veganBeverage station — coffee, teas, lemonadeHouse champagne & sparkling cider toast

Prospector

Choice of 2 hors d’oeuvres

$69++ buffet$79++ plated
per guest

Entrée selections

Most popular

Brewmaster

Choice of 3 hors d’oeuvres

$79++ buffet$89++ plated
per guest

Entrée selections

Mother Lode

Choice of 4 hors d’oeuvres

$89++ buffet$99++ plated
per guest

Entrée selections

Hors d’Oeuvres

Cocktail Hour

Available for all packages

  • Caprese Kabob
  • Chicken Satay
  • Stuffed Mushrooms
  • Spanakopita
  • Seasonal Crostini
  • Bruschetta
  • BBQ or Swedish Meatballs
  • Vegetable Spring Rolls
  • Potstickers
  • Potato Crêpe
  • Cheese Quesadilla
  • Ahi Tuna on Wonton Crisp
  • Garden Vegetable Crudité
  • Mango Fruit Salsa
  • Domestic Cheeses, Crackers & Fruit

Brewmaster & Mother Lode exclusive

  • Coconut Shrimp
  • Poached Prawns, Cocktail Sauce
  • Artisan Cheese Display
  • Cured Meats & Antipasto
  • Salmon

Per guest · ++ before tax & service fee. Select 1 salad and 2 entrées per package; a seasonal vegetarian or vegan option is available on request, and chef-selected starch & vegetable accompaniments are included.

Beer & Wine

$40/guest

Four hours of open bar — curated domestic & imported beers and house wines, plus soft drinks and non-alcoholic options.

Premium Bar

$50/guest

Four hours of open bar with premium-label spirits, craft beers, and curated wines, plus non-alcoholic options.

Top Shelf

$60/guest

Four hours of open bar with top-shelf spirits, craft beers, and fine wines — including two custom cocktails from our bar team.

Additional bar hours — Beer & Wine $8 · Premium $10 · Top Shelf $12 per guest / hour. Prices before tax & service fee.

Good to Know

Frequently asked questions

What secures our date?
A 50% deposit reserves your date.
What’s the rain plan for an outdoor ceremony?
If it rains, we move the ceremony indoors to the Showroom — your built-in backup.
Are you pet-friendly?
Yes, we’re pet-friendly.
How close are hotels & nightlife?
We’re one block from The National Exchange Hotel, in the heart of downtown Nevada City.
How long is our day?
Your full-building rental is a 12-hour block, plus 2–3 hours beforehand to get ready in the suite.
Do we need a wedding planner?
Yes — a planner is required. You’re welcome to bring your own or hire one of our coordinators.
A couple at Stone House in autumn
See it in person

Come tour Stone House

The best way to feel the space is to walk it. Book a private, complimentary tour — no obligation.

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