Islay Gardens
Wedding venue in Santa Barbara, California
About Islay Gardens
Islay Gardens is an entirely outdoor, private garden venue beneath mature oak trees, with winding paths, shaded seating, a fountain, and two garden areas. Couples can hold a ceremony and reception on site or host a reception after a courthouse or other nearby ceremony. Events can move between ceremony, cocktails, and dinner while remaining within the garden.
The facts
- Guests
- Up to 70 guests
- Pricing note
- Garden rentals start at $675 for a two-hour ceremony or petite gathering of up to 10 guests, $995 for a three-hour seated celebration of up to 20, and $1,950 for a four-hour private buyout with seated dining for 50 or cocktail-style events for up to 70. Additional event hours are $125 per hour; refundable security deposits and a mobile restroom requirement may apply.
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Kind of place
- Garden
- Last updated
- November 2026
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On the big wedding guides
- Not listed on Zola (checked November 2026)
How to reach Islay Gardens
- Website: islaygardens.com
- Address: 10 E Islay Street
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