Your wedding deserves everything
you’ve always dreamed of.
At Scimitar Ridge Ranch, we offer something rare in the Pacific Northwest: a private luxury estate where multi-day Indian weddings can be celebrated fully, intentionally, without compromise, or the need to leave the property.
Nestled on over 40 acres of forested land just outside Anacortes, Washington, and only 1.5 hours from Seattle, Scimitar Ridge Ranch feels like a destination - secluded, peaceful, and immersive - while remaining easily accessible for guests traveling from across the country or abroad.
Here, tradition meets tranquility, and every ceremony has the space and time it deserves.
A Destination-Style Indian Wedding —
Without Leaving Washington
For many couples, planning an Indian wedding means juggling multiple venues, tight timelines, and logistical complexity. Scimitar Ridge Ranch was specifically designed to remove those limitations.
Our estate allows you to host your entire Indian wedding celebration in one place — from the first Mehndi gathering to the final farewell brunch - surrounded by nature, privacy, and your closest family and friends. With our Puget Sound views, forest trails, ponds and fountains, our hilltop property is the perfect location for you and your guests to truly relax and enjoy the entire experience.
Whether you are planning a Hindu, Sikh, Jain, South Indian, North Indian, or multicultural Indian wedding, Scimitar offers the flexibility and scale required for celebrations that span multiple days and multiple events.
This is not just a building. We offer an entire experience that your guests will speak of long after it's over.
Why Choose Scimitar Ridge Ranch for Your Wedding?
Our Wedding Packages
The Yellowstone
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- Use of the opulent Yellowstone Event Center for your one-day event
- Built from logs that were salvaged from the Yellowstone fire, this enormous 5,700 sq ft space can host both your ceremony and reception
- Professional kitchen equipped for your catering teams
- Expansive back deck for socializing outside in the heart of nature
- Large dance floor area
Luxury Lodge Weekend
- Exclusive use of the Luxury Lodge for a 3-night minimum stay
- The focal point of our ranch, the Luxury Lodge boasts 22,000 sq ft of exquisitely designed architecture and furnishings
- Private deck or chapel ceremony options
- Indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, wine room, billiards, full-size kitchen
- Plenty of room for your rehearsal dinner as well as 35 overnight guests
The Signature Stay
- Our most prized offering gives you full access to our entire estate, including all applicable buildings
- Full use of all lodging at the Luxury Lodge, Ark, Cabins Complex, BBQ Pavilion and much more
- Host your guests in the indoor pool & sauna, eat at the BBQ Pavilion, explore the 40 acres, hike the trails, visit the playground, and more
- Ideal for events of 3+ days
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Spaces That Honor Every Indian Wedding Tradition
- Private ceremony sites (viewpoint lawn, chapel, luxury lodge deck, indoor areas, and more)
- Covered BBQ Pavilion for hosting meals and gatherings
- Multiple indoor reception space options for your events
- Indoor pool, sauna, hiking trails, firepits, scenic views
- Professional kitchen and prep spaces for your caterers
- Preferred vendor flexibility so you can make the event truly yours
- Plentiful lodging flexibility for your guests - no need to find housing
- Tables, chairs, basic A/V available upon request
- Inquire for any specific needs, our full-time staff is here for you!
Mehndi & Haldi Ceremonies
Imagine - soft light, laughter, music drifting through the trees, surrounded by your loved ones.
Mehndi and Haldi celebrations at Scimitar feel intimate and joyful - they’re perfect for relaxed family gatherings that set the tone for the days ahead.
Couples often choose:
- Lounge spaces within the Luxury Lodge
- Outdoor lawns with natural light and forest backdrops
These spaces allow for henna artists, vibrant décor, comfortable seating clusters, and effortless flow between celebration and conversation.
Sangeet & Music Nights
The night when energy takes center stage, when everyone can fully relax.
Your Sangeet deserves room to shine - space for performances, dancing, speeches, and celebration that lasts well into the evening, without needing to tone it down after hours.
The Yellowstone Event Center is ideal for Sangeet nights, offering rustic elegance, excellent acoustics, and the flexibility needed for DJs, live musicians, lighting, and dance floors. For smaller or more intimate gatherings, lodge spaces transition beautifully from dinner to dancing.
At Scimitar, we love music like anybody else, so we’ve made sure to create multiple different options for it to be enjoyed with family and friends.
Indian Wedding Ceremony & Mandap
The heart of the celebration - the reason everybody has gathered.
Indian wedding ceremonies are deeply meaningful, and the setting should reflect that significance. Whether you envision an outdoor mandap surrounded by forest or an indoor ceremony with elegant draping and floral design, Scimitar provides a peaceful and dignified backdrop for whatever you desire.
We welcome traditional mandap ceremonies and work closely with planners to accommodate ceremonial elements, including small fires, in accordance with safety guidelines. Just ask what we can accommodate for your specific event and we’ll be happy to help!
Morning, midday, or afternoon ceremonies flow naturally at our property - without the pressure of strict venue turnover times or outside interruptions. The entire estate is yours to enjoy.
Reception & Evening Celebration
Indian wedding receptions at Scimitar feel expansive yet personal - filled with warmth and unforgettable moments.
The Yellowstone Event Center comfortably hosts receptions of up to 200 guests, while lodge and patio combinations offer elegant options for smaller celebrations. Vendor flexibility allows you to bring in the caterers and cuisine your family loves, ensuring the evening feels authentic and memorable.
From first dances to late-night celebrations, the space adapts to your vision.
Farewell Brunch & Final Gatherings
A gentle close to a meaningful celebration.
After days of ceremony and celebration, families gather once more to share a relaxed brunch with stories, laughter, coffee, chai, and wonderful memories.
Luxury Lodge dining spaces and outdoor patios create a calm, sunlit setting that allows everyone to slow down before departing. With our several commercial kitchens throughout the property, we’ve made sure that you have options and plentiful space to host your meals.
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Why Indian Couples & Wedding Planners
Love Scimitar Ridge Ranch
Designed for Multi-Day Celebrations
Indian weddings are made to last long enough to settle down, relax, unwind, and fully enjoy the time spent together. Our estate is designed to support that rhythm - without rushing, relocating between different venues, or compromising on luxury or comfort.
Complete Vendor Freedom
We proudly offer flexibility to bring:
- Indian caterers
- Decor and mandap specialists
- DJs, drummers, musicians, and Mehndi artists
Your traditions remain yours.
True Privacy
With over 40 acres of private land, your wedding remains uninterrupted and intimate - no shared spaces, no outside events, no distractions. Our full-time staff is ready and available to assist you in any way possible, but can also be as minimally involved as requested.
Luxury Lodging On-Site
Families stay together across the Luxury Lodge and cabins, making it easy for guests traveling long distances and ideal for extended family celebrations.
An Elevated Pacific Northwest Setting
Our estate truly has everything you need. Created with opulence in mind, no detail has been spared. From the luxury lodge with its multiple suites for guest lodging, indoor grotto pool and sauna, large comfortable lounge areas, and revolving door from Tiffany’s in Paris, to our cabins that are well-equipped with an upscale vibe, we’ve made every corner of the property worthy of a second glance and photograph.
Accessible Yet Exclusive
A short drive from Seattle, you can get to us by car via I-5 or take the scenic route and take the ferry! The journey makes Scimitar feel even more like a destination - without the complexity of long-haul travel. Guests can fly in to Seattle and be at your event in no time at all.
Seated on Fidalgo Island near Anacortes, Scimitar Ridge Ranch is easily accessible by car or ferry. Close enough to go island hopping, whale watching, visit Deception Pass and more, yet secluded enough that all you hear is nature when you step outside. We're in the heart of one of the most scenic areas of the Pacific Northwest, and we'd love to share our estate with you and your loved ones to celebrate your wedding day or weekend.
Your guests will drive up through our winding driveway, passing our orchards, cabins, gazebo, and pond-side chapel to the main entrance of our luxury lodge. If staying overnight, our residences are well-placed within our 40 acres, with plenty room for privacy yet just a short walk away from each other for your convenience.
Luxury Lodging for Families, Elders & Wedding Parties
One of the most meaningful advantages of hosting an Indian wedding at Scimitar Ridge Ranch is the ability to keep everyone together, without needing to find hotels elsewhere.
Through our experience, we’ve learned that Indian weddings are naturally family-centered - grandparents, parents, siblings, cousins, and close friends all sharing space, meals, laughter, and late-night conversations. At Scimitar, lodging is not an afterthought. It is purposely woven into the experience.
With multiple on-site accommodations spread across the estate for up to 200 people, families and guests can stay comfortably for several days, moving seamlessly between ceremonies, celebrations, and rest - without travel, shuttles, or separation.
The Ark
Communal, Comfortable & Perfect for Extended Family
Designed to host up to 120 overnight guests, The Ark features a mix of private bedrooms, bunk rooms, and shared gathering areas. Its layout is ideal for cousins, bridal party members, and extended family who enjoy being together throughout the celebration.
Features include:
-Six private bedrooms with their own bathrooms
-Multiple bunk rooms with shared restrooms
-A large central gathering area and dining space
-A full kitchen for shared meals and snacks
The Ark is especially popular for our wedding guests because it mirrors the feeling of a family home - lively, connected, and filled with energy.
The Luxury Lodge
The Heart of the Estate for Your Party
The lodge accommodates up to 35 overnight guests and offers a refined balance of privacy and shared gathering spaces. Inside, families find grand living areas with fireplaces, elegant dining rooms, lounges, balconies with sweeping views, and thoughtfully designed suites - perfect for pre-ceremony preparations, quiet moments, and late-night conversations.
Amenities include:
-Multiple private and semi-private suites across three levels
-A chef’s kitchen and expansive dining areas ideal for family meals
-Indoor pool grotto, hot tub, and oversized sauna
-Billiards room, wine cellar, performance stage, and multiple lounges
-Fireplaces, balconies, and panoramic views of the San Juan Islands
Many couples choose the Luxury Lodge as the primary residence for parents, grandparents, and close relatives, ensuring comfort, accessibility, and calm throughout the wedding weekend.
Cabins Complex
Flexible, Private & Ideal for Mixed Groups
The cabins can accommodate small groups or larger clusters of guests, however you see fit!
Our cabins include:
-A bunkhouse with multiple sleeping configurations
-Two fully equipped duplex cabins with kitchens and living areas
-Comfortable layouts ideal for families with children or multi-generation stays
These cabins are often used for friends, younger family members, or guests arriving early or staying longer than the core wedding weekend.
Our On-Site Lodging Options Will Elevate Your Multi-Day Wedding
Having lodging on the property completely transforms the wedding experience. Our wedding groups that we have hosted have loved all of the finer details as well as being a quick walk from any event or gathering during their stay! No coordinating with hotels, no maneuvering through traffic to be on time. Instead, you get:
- Elders are never rushed or inconvenienced
- Early morning ceremonies and late-night events flow naturally
- Guests share meals, gatherings, and quiet moments together
- No one misses a moment due to travel or logistics
At Scimitar Ridge Ranch, your Indian wedding becomes what it was always meant to be - not just an event, but a shared, fully immersive experience with your loved ones.
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Our Area Has Plenty Things to Do
One of the big benefits of having your event at Scimitar is what surrounds it.
Located at the gateway to the San Juan Islands, just outside Anacortes, Scimitar Ridge Ranch naturally becomes a destination experience for guests — not just a celebration, but a memorable escape.
Our guests often take advantage of our region, turning the wedding into a shared vacation filled with exploration, relaxation, and time together between events.
San Juan Islands & Island Hopping
Anacortes is the primary ferry gateway to the San Juan Islands, making island hopping an easy and exciting option for wedding guests.
Popular day trips include:
- Friday Harbor (San Juan Island) for charming shops, dining, and waterfront strolls
- Orcas Island for scenic overlooks, art studios, and nature trails
- Lopez Island for quiet beaches and relaxed cycling routes
Ferry rides themselves become part of the experience — a beautiful journey across the water with views of islands, wildlife, and open water.
Whale Watching & Coastal Wildlife
The waters surrounding the San Juan Islands are world-renowned for orca, humpback, and gray whale sightings, along with seals, porpoises, and bald eagles.
Many guests choose to book:
- Half-day whale watching tours
- Wildlife cruises departing from Anacortes or nearby islands
It’s an unforgettable experience, especially for guests visiting the Pacific Northwest for the first time.
Charming Small Towns & Waterfront Strolls
The surrounding area is filled with walkable coastal towns that are perfect for relaxed afternoons between wedding events.
Guests love:
- Exploring downtown Anacortes for local cafes, galleries, and harbor views
- Visiting nearby seaside towns with boutique shopping and fresh seafood
- Enjoying slow mornings with coffee, conversation, and coastal air
These quieter moments often become some of the most cherished memories of the wedding weekend.
Deception Pass State Park
Just a short drive from Scimitar Ridge Ranch, Deception Pass State Park is one of Washington’s most iconic natural landmarks.
Guests can:
- Walk across the dramatic Deception Pass Bridge
- Explore rugged cliffs, beaches, and forested trails
- Take in sweeping views of turquoise water and surrounding islands
It’s a must-see destination that feels both powerful and peaceful.
Hiking, Nature & Outdoor Exploration
For guests who enjoy the outdoors, the area offers:
- Forested hikes with ocean views
- Gentle nature trails suitable for all ages
- Scenic overlooks perfect for photography
Whether it’s a quiet morning walk or an afternoon adventure, nature is always close — and never overwhelming.
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