searching for a low cost venue outdoors

Mlouise12

I have been looking for a reasonably priced venue that is near the beach.  I thought about renting a house on the beach for a few days, however I have not been able to find anything good for a low cost.  Does anyone know of anything?  If not a house for rent, an outdoor space?
Thank you,

staar987

I would check out this post. There were several beach locations mentioned in it.

http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_california-orange-county_which-beach

I didn't look into beach locations, so I don't really have any other advice to offer. I do know that Hotel Laguna has gotten a few recommendations on this board though. Not sure of cost however.

pandalovey

About two weeks ago my fiance and I went to check out Hotel Laguna.  It wasn't too bad.  At the time we were looking for a beach ceremony for about 50 guests.  Our estimate was a little under $7k.  Which was nice because it included almost everything, even tax and the 20% service charge.

For the beach ceremony alone is $3k.  That was our favorite part.  

I wasn't thrilled about the reception room.  The room seemed small for 50 people and although it overlooked the ocean, the ceiling seemed awfully low.  

I initially wanted an outdoor reception in their Rose Garden ($2500 for ceremony there) but, the minimum qualifier was $12,500 to hold a reception.

I've heard of quite a few people having their ceremonies at Heritage Park in Dana Point.  It's not right on the water, but it sure does have a beautiful view.  I think it's only a couple hundred dollars.  you might want to check into that

kupkake100

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[QUOTE]I have been looking for a reasonably priced venue that is near the beach.  I thought about renting a house on the beach for a few days, however I have not been able to find anything good for a low cost.  Does anyone know of anything?  If not a house for rent, an outdoor space? Thank you,
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