Eight years ago we took our first trip to Big Sur together. We've never shared it with anyone else — until now. If you love us, you probably love the outdoors. There is no better place to experience the beauty of California. Having you here means everything to us, so we promise we'll make it worth the trip.
Below is everything you need to start planning. The short version is at the top; all the detail follows.
What you need to know
- Book lodging now. Big Sur is already mostly booked through summer 2026, and we're 14 months out. Don't wait.
- Our room block at Big Sur Lodge is open. Book directly through the link below — easiest option, puts you at the center of the weekend.
- Arrive Friday, plan through Monday. The wedding is Saturday, but we have a full long weekend planned and would love you there for as much of it as possible.
- Saturday is on us. Shuttles, dinner, and drinks on the wedding day are covered. Everything before and after is on you — but we'll make it worth it.
- No parking at the venue. Shuttles are provided. If you're not staying at Big Sur Lodge, arrival options will be more limited — details below.
- Questions? Just email us — we're happy to help with anything.
The Weekend
Plan to arrive Friday and stay through Monday morning. The wedding is Saturday, but we have a full long weekend planned — join whatever works for you.
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Evening
Travel & Settle In
Enjoy the drive up or down the coast — Carmel and Monterey are great stops along the way. Get in, settle in, and grab dinner on your own in Big Sur or en route.
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5:00 – 8:00 pm
Family Welcome Dinner
Big Sur Lodge Redwood Patio. Hosted by our loving parents, Mark, Ann, Marc, and Felicia.
Family only.
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Morning
Free Time
Get ready, take a walk, explore. Big Sur will do the rest.
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3:00 pm
Ceremony & Celebration
The wedding — ceremony, dinner, dancing, and beyond — runs 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm+.
Shuttles to and from the venue are provided. Do not drive to the venue.
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Morning
Coffee at the Village
Coffee and snacks at the Village, Big Sur.
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Afternoon
River & Beach
Floating in the river at Big Sur River Inn, hanging out on Pfeiffer Beach.
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Evening
Beach Sunset & Campfire
Sunset on the beach, then a campfire back near Big Sur Lodge.
Friends.
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9:00 am
Memorial Hike for Brian
A morning hike in Andrew Molera State Park in memory of Jenna's brother, Brian. Join us if you're able — it will mean a lot to us.
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Afternoon
Goodbye Coffee at Café Kevah
Coffee and breakfast overlooking the coast at Café Kevah at Nepenthe — a spot Jenna's parents have been going to since the 80s. A perfect last view before everyone heads out.
Lodging
Our Room Block
We have a room block at Big Sur Lodge — where we'll be staying along with our families, who have already booked. That leaves 14 rooms reserved for friends. You'll be steps from everything all weekend and on the primary shuttle route. Book through the link below. If you'd like a room type not currently in the block, let us know and we'll try to get it added. Splitting a room with another couple or friends can help bring down costs.
3-night minimum stay (Friday–Monday). Check-in: 4:00 pm · Checkout: 11:00 am
* Still deciding? We'd recommend booking now and canceling later if needed — charges don't hit until spring 2027. Rooms will be much harder to find closer to the date.
Other Big Sur Options
If you'd prefer something outside the Lodge, all options below are within Big Sur proper. Just let us know where you're staying — shuttle logistics are more limited if you're not at Big Sur Lodge.
Charming, rustic, and historic — a Big Sur classic. Note: many rooms are singles with shared bathrooms, better suited for groups comfortable with a communal vibe.
Glamping tents with a shared bathhouse in a stunning redwood setting. This is where Spencer and Jenna have stayed together many times over the years — and where we were staying when Spencer proposed. The best budget option on this list, and deeply special to us. 2-night minimum.
A casual, laid-back resort on the Big Sur River with a range of accommodations.
Classic Big Sur cabins right off Highway 1 — simple and well-situated.
Right on the river and a beloved Big Sur institution. Great location for Sunday afternoon.
A beautiful boutique property — one of the nicer options in the area.
Getting Around
Wedding Day Shuttles
There is no parking at the venue. Shuttles will be provided to and from the ceremony and reception — this is the plan, no exceptions, on a night with an open bar on Highway 1.
Getting Around Big Sur
Outside of the wedding day shuttles, having a car in Big Sur is essentially required — there are no Ubers, no rideshares, and no public transit. If you're flying in from out of state, we'd recommend renting a car. If you're driving up from California, consider coordinating with others who might be coming from your direction.
Airports & Getting Here
Big Sur sits on Highway 1 between Carmel and San Simeon — remote and beautiful. The drive in is genuinely one of the most scenic roads in the world, so getting here is already part of the experience. Closest airports and approximate drive times:
The most convenient option — small airport with limited routes, but if you can get a flight here it's by far the easiest landing spot.
Good budget and Southwest options, less congested than SFO, and a very easy drive down through the Santa Cruz mountains.
The most flight options from anywhere in the country. Longer drive, but Highway 1 south from the Bay Area is beautiful and worth it.
Worth it if you're coming from SoCal — drive north up the 101 or catch Highway 1 at San Luis Obispo for a stunning coastal approach into Big Sur.