Fern Cottage

Fern Cottage is a hireable indoor and outdoor event venue set among redwoods in Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area in El Sobrante, California. Its peaceful park setting and cottage character make it a welcoming choice for couples and organisers planning a small gathering away from a conventional function room.

The venue suits micro weddings, family celebrations, bridal and baby showers, workshops and retreats. Inside, the cottage offers around 1,000 square feet of event space, a full kitchen, hardwood floors and a gas fireplace. Outside, guests can use a front deck, a large covered rear deck and a private garden with a landscaped lawn and woodland views. The venue lists capacity for up to 60 seated guests or 130 standing.

Tables, folding chairs, an indoor projector and screen, a small speaker system and guest Wi-Fi are included. The site is accessible to guests with disabilities, and public parking is available at the park. Event organisers can work with the district’s approved caterers and preferred vendors. For eligible bookings that finish by 7pm, a non-catered option also allows organisers to bring food or arrange a potluck, subject to the venue’s rules.

Fern Cottage is rented by reservation, with weekday and weekend availability. Organisers can check dates online and contact the rental facilities team with questions or to arrange a visit. Its combination of flexible event space, outdoor areas and established reservation support makes it a practical setting for intimate occasions and smaller group gatherings.