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Weddings & Events

Featuring abundant old Hawai'i charm and rustic elegance, Puakea Ranch is the perfect place to dine and dance the night away.

The sprawling grounds of Puakea Ranch offer an idyllic Hawaiian backdrop for your wedding festivities. Exchange your vows under the canopy of our old-growth monkey pod tree, pose for pictures with our horses on the tree-lined drive, dine al fresco with sweeping ocean views and cotton candy sunsets, and end the evening under the stars of the Big Island night sky - world famous for astounding stargazing.

PACKAGES and PRICING

If you don’t see a package that meets your event needs, please get in touch, and we’d be happy to discuss customizing a package for you.

PACKAGE 1

The ESTATE EVENT

Our most popular package is a full ranch buyout and includes access to the Party Barn and all grounds for 16 to 125 guests for one event. For larger events please contact us!

COST:

3-night rental of all Cottages + $3250 Event Fee

Bride sitting on floral couch, holding bouquet, wearing strapless wedding dress.
Large green tree with white chairs arranged underneath on a grassy field, outdoor event setup.

PACKAGE 3

The PARTY BARN EVENT

For groups of 20 guests or fewer, our Party Barn, next door to Cowboy House and James Cottage, is the perfect location for an intimate celebration! Yoshi’s House and Miles Away can be added to this package with the minimum nights reserved.

COST:

2-night rental of (at least) James Cottage and Cowboy House + $2000 Event Fee for evening event. $1,500 day event. + $200.00 for trash and recycle service

Outdoor rustic dining area with white folding chairs, a wooden table set for an event, overhead hanging lights, and natural tree trunk supports under a corrugated metal roof.
The Party Barn with hanging woven lanterns  flowers, and a table with floral and greenery centerpieces, set for an event or celebration.

PACKAGE 2

The ELOPEMENT

For couples who want the romance of the Ranch without the stress of a full wedding, the elopement package is a perfect fit! This event fee includes the ceremony site of your choice (near your rented cottage or near no cottages) with up to 4 additional outside guests, your officiant, photographer and use of the property “common grounds” for your photos. Please respect the privacy of any cottages you have not reserved.

COST:

Min. rental of one cottage + $500 special use & Photo Fee

Vintage picnic setup featuring a brown suitcase, a chalkboard with a heart and initials "J + N" with date "5-22-18," cupcakes on plates labeled "we do," bronze goblets, a bottle of La Marca Prosecco in an ice bucket, a horse statue, and flowers in a green vase on a quilt blanket outdoors.
Bride sitting on a floral-decorated swing under a tree with hanging flowers in a garden setting.

Preferred VENDOR LIST

While you are welcome to hire vendors of your choosing, all of the vendors on our list have experience with Puakea and been vetted by our team.

FAQs

BUYOUT THE Entire Estate

Puakea Ranch’s sprawling grounds and four guest cottages make it a perfect choice for family reunions, retreats, weddings, and events where the entire property is reserved for your group!

EVENT Add-Ons

  • Pizza Oven (includes wood and staff person who sets it up, lights it and tends to it) 

    • $750 for use of the oven

    • Pizza chef add on - $450 + ingredients + crew

  • Bonfire (includes wood and a staff person to light it) 

    • $75 for wood and set up

  • Party Barn 

    • Included in the Estate Event Package for your main event!

    • Included in the Estate Event Package for an auxiliary event with under 30 guests (for example a rehearsal dinner or brunch)!  

    • $2000 for 8 hour event (must have rented at least James Cottage AND Cowboy House). Max of 30 guests. 

  • San Pan (classic Hawaii Taxi) for photos and getaway car

    • $450 + depending on driving distance, based on availability

  • Trash fee 

    • Events under 30 guests $200. Events over 30 $250 included in the event fee

  • Horses for photos (subject to availability)

    •  Ask for details.  

  • An Amazing place for an event!

    My Husband and I chose to get married at the Puakea Ranch in early October. This was truly the best decision we have ever made! I would recommend the Puakea Ranch to anyone looking to have a wedding, family reunion, or just throw a great party. The ambiance is beautiful, the houses are amazing, all that’s needed is great family and friends!

    — AJ

  • Fairytale Wedding Ceremony

    We chose Puakea Ranch for our small and intimate wedding ceremony. We stayed in the cowboy house, while our guests occupied the James Cottage and Miles Away. The fresh eggs, herbs, and mangos straight off the trees were a delightful part of the experience as were the sweet animals living on the property. We highly recommend Puakea Ranch for anyone looking for a natural, rustic venue.

    - Pabonsimon

  • Awesome Property for Weddings!

    I recently booked Puakea Ranch for my wedding and I am really pleased with how our event turned out. You get a quality venue that's unique and beautiful. I think the ranch made our wedding experience more special, and was perfect for our 40+ guest event!

    - Dorothy

  • The Perfect Retreat

    I just rented the entire property for a week to host a retreat. It was as perfect as it could be! The old buildings are absolutely charming and the rustic, yet elegant quality offers a relaxed and comfortable stay. This was truly a perfect place to gather with friends. If you want a truly unique experience and love a little adventure and taste of old Hawaii, do come and delight your senses.

    - Jan

  • Wonderful Stay in Magical Destination

    My husband and I just returned from Puakea Ranch and could not be more happy with our stay! My husband and I rented out the whole ranch for 3 days for our closest friends to stay with us for our wedding celebration. Everything about the ranch was truly magical from the moment we arrived. The sunsets you watch from the ranch are truly special and I can’t remember the last time I had seen so many stars in the sky. We felt like we were in heaven our entire stay and are already planning to return next year.

    - Vickie

  • Family Wedding in Paradise

    Last May we were lucky enough to stay at Puakea Ranch for 5 days with our family and have our fairy tale wedding. We were looking for a very authentic, casual, intimate setting with natural beauty, where we could relax and enjoy the day. This place exceed our expectations! We will definitely be back. This place feels so special to us and intimate it feels a bit odd realizing so many others stay there and feel the same way. Almost want to keep this hidden gem all to ourselves.

    - Renee

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