I'm a Big Sur wedding and elopement photographer, and if there's one place I recommend to couples, it's Glen Oaks. Easily one of the most popular spots to elope in Big Sur, Glen Oaks has lots of different cabins to choose from and beautiful redwoods trails all around their property. There's also a trail that goes to the river where you can sit on Adirondack chairs.
I highly recommend staying at the Redwood Grove cabins or Bridge House, since the Adobe Motor Lodge rooms and Oak Tree cottages are on the opposite side of the highway. All the cabins are a little different, so definitely take a look at each of them! Most of them have patios and fire pits, some even have outdoor tubs. If you want more privacy, the Bunk House and Bridge House are located across a suspension bridge, so they're much more private than the other cabins. There's also good wifi here, which is great because there's not much cell service in Big Sur. Sometimes you might even see deer roaming around which makes it all the more magical!

Exquisite location and awesome cabins. Perfect for a psychedelic experience. We stayed in the little Sur cabin. Definitely not easy on the wallet but it’s Big Sur. The kitchen sink plumbing was smelling of old moss and stagnant water which was unpleasant but everything else was top notch. I give this resort 4.5/5.

My good friend and I stayed 3 nights for the BSFW festival and it was perfect. The location was ideal to all the events. …

We stayed in the Forest View cabin for two nights and had a lovely time. We thoroughly enjoyed the private outdoor fire pit and really appreciated how easy it was (they set it up for you again each day and additional wood is nearby). …

I can’t say enough great things about Glen Oaks! We stayed in the North Little Sur Cabin and it was absolutely perfect for our planned weekend getaway. …

Visiting Glen Oaks Big Sur was one of the most magical and serene experiences I've ever had.
There's something truly special about staying in these cozy cabins surrounded by ancient redwoods. It's a place that reconnects you with nature in the most beautiful way.
Would love to go back - it's worth every second of your time!​​​​​​​​​​​​

One of my favorite places I’ve stayed in California. Very well priced in comparison to other places and their style and amenities.
Amazing and friendly service with cute touches to make the stay even more special. We stayed here in order to be close to Esalen and found this very affordable and amazingly cozy.
I recommend the King room close to the fire pit so you can make s’mores at night.
Such a memorable stay and we will be back!

Absolutely beautiful destination. We stayed at the Pfeiffer Cabin, and it was insanely relaxing! The tub was perfect for two and the bed was extremely comfortable. Heated floors in the bathroom the fireplace will keep you warm perfectly.

We had our wedding here last week. Honestly the venue was magical! Big redwood trees and the river, close to the cliffs and ocean. There is no better location to elope in Big Sur. Stunnning venue, you will not regret it. The wedding coordinator Ivy was extremely helpful in making the day special and responding in a timely matter.

Great attention to service and hospitality. Beautiful location. ||Front desk staff was very friendly. The room was small, but clean and comfortable. We were provided with robes, couple of board games, and wine for a fee. A table with chairs outside the room perfect place to sit and sip wine.