We've hosted many events at Rancho Cicada over the years, and
have come up with a list of favorite local vendors that are both
talented and reliable. If you require additional recommendations,
please contact us.
A wedding is a coming together, a blending of two hearts, two
souls. Express your love for each other and your love for nature
with an outdoor wedding in a beautiful and natural riverside
setting.
Close friends and family are encouraged to stay here at the
facility in one of our very comfortable platform tent cabins
along the river's edge, or in one of our self-contained cabins.
The wedding celebration then becomes a weekend event where
friends and family get to spend quality time together.
Often, a wedding can become a huge expense for the bride's
family. Well, surprise! We have found that by sharing our
beautiful retreat with a number of new people, we promote more
wedding, family reunions, company barbeques, workshops, and
private functions. So we can offer our facilities for your
special day at a substantial savings, and create more business
for ourselves! This makes us happy!
Typically guests pay for their own lodging and meals, or the
group potlucks with the use of our kitchen and pay only for
lodging. The wedding party's expense is only the catering and
meal on the wedding day! Renting the facility entitles you the
use of our dishes, silver, table, chairs, kitchen, etc., making
your savings substantial.
We are open for weekend use from May through September. We can
accommodate up to 60 people for lodging (this includes children).
We also rent the facility for one day weekend use with rehearsal
time arranged on a weekday. Or, we rent the facility for Sunday
afternoon from 5PM till 10PM with rehearsal time also to be
arranged on a weekday. Please call and arrange a visit. We are
certain you will fall in love with our beautiful, private piece
of nature.
We can only accommodate thirty cars here at the facility, but our
neighbors at Story Winery two miles away have a large, mowed
field for our use. With the rental of a 15-passenger van, guests
can be shuttled down for the wedding day celebration with a
maximum of 200 guests.
This is the perfect place to hold your next Club gathering!
Whether you belong to a car club, volunteer group, or other
association, the Retreat is a great spot for your get together.
We have a variety of activities
available for your club to enjoy, including hiking, camping,
swimming, fishing, and more!
Private group reservations are accepted all year. After April
1st, individual reservations may be made. We regret that no
refunds can be allowed after reservations have been made. A 50%
deposit is required when reservations are made for single guests
or couples. The balance is due in cash upon arrival.
Weekends are Friday to Sunday.
Check in: 2:00 pm Friday
Check out: 5:00 pm Sunday
Weekdays are Monday to Thursday
Check in: Let us know your expected arrival time, we can be
flexible
Check out: 5:00 pm
Groups: We encourage group organizers to visit
us prior to reserving exclusive use of the facility. Please
download the attached group contract, reservation form and waiver
(PDF, Acrobat required).
Individuals: Welcome whenever the retreat has not been reserved.
Bring your food and use our fully equipped commercial kitchen at
no charge.
In addition to fishing and swimming in the Cosumnes river which
flows along the property, guests may inner-tube down the gorge or
play on super fized rafts. A guided nature and historical walk
led by a naturalist is offered to groups, which goes to the upper
swimming hole where you may play on a rope swing.
Our extensive lawn is a perfect place to play games, host a
party, or simply relax in the hammocks set up in the shade along
the river.
Onsite recreation and activities:
Swimming - many private swimming holes and beaches along the
river.
Snorkeling - bring masks for snorkeling and air mattresses
for floating.
Rafting & Innertubing - lots of fun with excellent runs
in May & June. Some innertubes provided; BYO recommended.
Fishing - trout in season, small-mouth black bass and
bluegill all summer long. Bring your own equipment.
Hiking - many miles of hiking trails. Two 900-square foot
decks available for gatherings, dancing, or group meetings.
Large Hot Tub - overlooking the river.
Extensive Lawns - for croquet, volleyball, and sunbathing.
River House includes one queen bed and can accomodate four guests
with the use of a convertible sofa bed. It is available
year-round. Fully self contained, River House features a private
deck, full bath, river rock fireplace, open beam ceiling and
knotty pine interior with oak flooring. It is located in the oaks
overlooking the river, in a secluded and naturally romantic
setting. Bedding and towels are provided, and the cabin includes
TV, VCR, microwave, coffee maker, refrigerator. Two night minimum
reservation.
Two guests, weekend: $159.00 per night
Two guests, weekdays: $143.10 per night
Additional $53.00 per person, per night for additional guests.
Four maximum. Children 10 and under lodge for free.
Dogwood Cabin is available year-round, and sleeps two guests. It
is self contained in a secluded and naturally romantic setting,
nestled in the oaks and overlooking the river. Dogwood Cabin
features a river rock fireplace, private deck, full bath, open
beam ceiling, and knotty pine interior with oak flooring. Each
cabin includes TV, VCR, microwave, coffee maker, refrigerator;
bedding and towels are provided. Two night minimum reservation.
Weekend: $159.00 per night
Weekdays: $143.10 per night
Rancho Cicada is a relaxing, nature-oriented resort located on 44
acres along the Cosumnes River in Amador County, 50 miles east of
Sacramento in the historic Gold Country, nestled in the Sierra
Nevada Mountain foothills.
Our beautiful river valley radiates healing energies. The native
Mi-Wok Indians had a large fall season encampment on the site,
which is evident from all the riverside grinding rocks.
You won't find a more beautiful and natural setting to hold your
event, reunion or outdoor wedding! Hosts David and Bill invite you to come and discover
nature's magic at Rancho Cicada Retreat.
David Roberts started Rancho Cicada in 1980, and has been hosting
guests and outdoor events since then. Whether you're planning an
outdoor wedding, family reunion, company BBQ, or if you just want
to get away for a bit of "luxury camping"
