The San Francisco Wedding Photographer’s Guide to Planning Your Perfect Cavallo Point Lodge Wedding

Wedding venues aren’t just a pretty space to say your vows in. It’s the place where you start your forever!! And take it from a San Francisco wedding photographer: your venue? It sets the wholeee energy for the day. So if you’re on the hunt for the best San Francisco wedding venues, close your tabs, because you’ve found it right here. Here’s everything you need to know about planning a wedding at Cavallo Point Lodge in Sausalito!! 

Why a Cavallo Point Lodge Wedding is the Move

Cavallo Point Lodge? It’s something straight out of a dream. With Golden Gate Bridge views and architecture that feels classy and editorial… It’s one you won’t want to miss if you want that serene, classic NorCal feel on your wedding day. 

This is one of those San Francisco wedding venues that isn’t just pretty. It also makes days feel easy and effortless. Planning a wedding here is never hard because you can tell that they thought of literally everything there. And as a San Francisco wedding photographer, that’s my fave kind of place to recommend to my couples!! 

Planning Tips for a Cavallo Point Lodge Wedding

If you’re planning a wedding at Cavallo Point Lodge, here are all the main deets: 

• Max guest capacity: 250, so that you get to include all your favorite people and actually get to talk to them. 
• On-site accommodations: Yes!! And trust me, that makes your day SO much easier. 
• All-inclusive packages: YES, and the food? Chef’s kiss!!
• Weddings year-round: Yep, so you get your pick between the seasons!!

The Venues at Cavallo Point Lodge

Okay, Cavallo Point Lodge weddings fit literally any wedding style because of all the venue options here. If I’m honest, the hardest part of planning your wedding here will be picking your ceremony and reception sites!! 

• The Mission Blue Lawn & Kober Lawn: If an outdoor ceremony with an iconic backdrop is your vibe, you’ll love this spot!! You’ll say “I do” under big trees with views of the Golden Gate Bridge, and it hits every time. 
• The Tidewater and Surfbird Room and Foyer: This indoor space makes the PERFECT reception spot!! Light-filled rooms and a gorgeous statement fireplace?? LOVE!! It’s a blank slate space, ready for you to put your own spin on it. 
• Mission Blue: Okay, this indoor space though… The exposed wood on the walls is everything!! It’s perfect for a cozy, laidback wedding reception. 
• Verbena A + B: This one is another indoor space, and since this one holds 190 guests, it’s better for people not to hit that max guest capacity. The lighting in here lives in my dreams, and family style dinners work well here!! 
• Callippe Ballroom: For a classy, more luxe wedding, you won’t want to miss this ballroom space. Because it’s not only indoor… It has a fire pit outside and a connected cocktail hour space that makes transitions easy. We love a versatile queen!! 
• La Mariposa Borracha: Last but not least, if you’re planning a micro-wedding at Cavallo Point Lodge, La Mariposa Borracha is for you. It’s an all-oak room that holds up to 20 guests, and it’s SO intimate and beautiful!! If you’re on the fence about an intimate wedding, check out this guide.

Design Tips for a Cavallo Point Lodge Wedding

Chances are, if you’re planning a Cavallo Point Lodge wedding, you want things to feel a little elevated. Because, a space like this?? Yeah, it deserves it!! 

This San Francisco wedding venue calls for a very nature-inspired color palette (blues and greens look amazing) and decor that feels natural but still luxe. I picture amaranth bouquets, watercolor seating charts, and a dress that feels effortless, like Kimora by Evie Young. 

You can find my Pinterest and my fave 2026 wedding trends here, so that you have all the inspo for decorating your Cavallo Point Lodge wedding!! 

A Sample Timeline for a Cavallo Point Lodge Wedding

This is a venue where time flows really naturally in, so planning a timeline that gives you space to breathe and actually stay present is key! Here’s a sample timeline of what my couples here always follow: 

9:00 am: Get ready in one of the hotel rooms on site – there’s plenty of breathing room for some mimosas, a hella good playlist, and tons of excitement!! 

1:30 pm: First look + couple’s portraits outside – the light is always too good here, and first looks with these views behind you?? They live rent-free in my brain. 

2:30 pm: Wedding party photos around the property

3:00 pm: Rest before the ceremony – take a minute to soak it allll in with your love. It’s the moments like this that make the day feel full of meaning and presence, trust me!! 

4:00 pm: Say “I do” in front of your fave people!! 

4:30 pm: Take a minute with your partner, then actually enjoy your cocktail hour. 

5:30 pm: Reception entrance, special dances, + dinner!! 

7:30 pm: Sunset pics, because we can’t miss that golden Cali light. 

FAQs About Planning a Wedding at Cavallo Point Lodge

If you still have some questions about the venue, I’ve got you!! Here are a few things my couples almost always ask me: 

What’s the Best Time of Year for a Wedding at Cavallo Point Lodge? 

NorCal weather is kinda my dream, because it’s gorgeous year-round. If I had to choose the best time of year for a Cavallo Lodge wedding, I’d say late spring to early summer, but I’m also always down for a cozy winter wedding!! 

Does Cavallo Point Lodge Offer Hotel Room Blocks for Wedding Guests? 

Yep!! When you go through the booking process, be sure to ask about this. Not only will everyone get to be in the same place without transportation stress, but your guests will also get a discount!! 

How Much Does a Cavallo Point Wedding Cost?

Every wedding is so different that there’s no one answer for this. It fully depends on what package you choose, your guest count, and any sort of add-ons you might have!! You’ll always get the best quote by reaching out to the venue directly, which you can do here. 

What are the Best Photo Spots at Cavallo Point Lodge? 

As your San Francisco wedding photographer, I’ve got you covered here. We’ll get plenty of pics around the actual lodge (for that gorg architecture), plus a TON of photos on the lawn, because the Golden Gate Bridge + bay views are everything!! 

Cavallo Point Lodge Wedding Inspo From Mr. and Mrs. Sudijono’s Day

Mr. and Mrs. Sudijono planned their Cavallo Point Lodge wedding to be simple, real, and effortless, and that’s exactly how it turned out. You can feel the love from each part of the day in these photos, and don’t even get me started on the party they had!! It was SUCH an honor to document their love in a place as gorgeous as Cavallo Point Lodge. 

Grace Thao | San Francisco Wedding Photographer

If you’re as obsessed with Cavallo Point Lodge as I am, let’s make some magic!! You can inquire here about booking me, and we’ll bring your Cavallo Point Lodge wedding vision to life. I can’t wait to meet you, queen!!