Venue shopping is genuinely hard. We've put together a straightforward feature comparison to help you see how these two properties differ — so you can make the decision that's right for your celebration.
Red Barn Ranch is an outdoor-focused venue with a rustic setting and a weekend-style access model. The Highlands Estate shares the same wine country character but adds a climate-controlled four-season barn, on-site lodging for up to 22 guests, and a full indoor-outdoor experience.
The most meaningful difference is all-weather capability: Red Barn Ranch requires tenting in the event of rain, while The Highlands Estate's climate-controlled barn means weather never determines your plans. Hard alcohol is also not permitted at Red Barn Ranch.
The table below covers the full comparison. For everything included at The Highlands Estate, visit our Amenities page.
| Feature | The Highlands Estate | Red Barn Ranch |
|---|---|---|
| Custom farm tables included | ✓ | — |
| Four-season barn (dining, dancing & ceremony) | ✓ | — |
| Choice of preferred caterers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Required in-house catering | — | — |
| Required bar package | — | — |
| Hard alcohol permitted | ✓ | — |
| Two dressing suites | ✓ | ✓ |
| On-site guest shuttle | ✓ | — |
| On-site lodging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Producing vineyards on property | ✓ | — |
| Maximum event capacity | 200 | 200 |
| Indoor dining capacity | 133 | 0 |
| Climate-controlled indoor space | ✓ | — |
| Rain-protected dining capacity | 178 | 0 |
| Tenting required for rain | — | ✓ |
| Base event duration | 6 hours | 3-Day |
| Early access fee (3pm) | — | — |
| Hidden ceremony microphones | ✓ | — |
| Weather-protected ceremony arbor | ✓ | — |
| Set far back from public roads | ✓ | — |
| Standard event start time | 4PM | Friday PM |
| Latest event time (with music) | Midnight | 11:30PM |
| No wine purchase requirement | ✓ | ✓ |
Tours are by appointment — we prepare the property fully for each visit. Request our pricing brochure or schedule a tour to experience the Estate in person.
