Elopement, Small Wedding Ceremony & Vow Renewal Officiation    in the Village of Mendocino on California's Majestic North Coast

Welcome to Elope Mendocino!

Hi! I'm Vanna Freeberg, Elope Mendocino's proprietor and officiant.

I want to marry you!

My guess is this is probably the first time a total stranger has ever proposed to you - but small, simple, affordable and detail-perfect elopement and wedding officiation is what I do.

Elope Mendocino is more than wedding ceremony officiation. I also officiate Vow Renewal and Commitment Ceremonies. Elope Mendocino firmly believes that love cannot be legislated. Anyone who comes to me wishing to be married will be honored and respected for whom they are as individuals. I'll coordinate your ceremony without prejudice according to your wishes, beliefs and values. Because I am not a full-scope wedding planner, I am able to offer best-value pricing certain to please all budgets without sacrificing elegance or quality.

Use the links to navigate the site and visit the Overview page to find out everything Elope Mendocino can do to help make your special day stress-free, memorable, picture-perfect and affordable.

Be sure to find out more about Elope Mendocino's exclusive collaborations with the Joshua Grindle Inn and the Westport Hotel. Our popular "Simply the Best" package with the Joshua Grindle Inn and our "Simplicity PLUS Accommodations" package with the Westport Hotel continues Elope Mendocino's tradition of elegance, simplicity and a price that's certain to please!

For more questions or to book your ceremony with Elope Mendocino, you can email me directly on the Contact page, by phone during regular business hours or I can be contacted by email here. I’ll respond quickly and look forward to hearing from you!

Mendocino - Perfect for Your Perfect Moment!

Mendocino, a small historic and picturesque northern California village, is a leisurely three hour drive north from San Francisco along sweeping vistas of the Pacific ocean. Sitting high atop sheer bluffs and nestled peacefully amid the mighty Redwoods, Mendocino offers the best of the very best of places to stay, things to do and Mother Nature's boundless bounty. Whether it's wine tasting, sumptuous dining experiences, beach excursions - Mendocino provides the perfect backdrop for your romantic wedding or renewal of vows.

With so much to offer, you may have a difficult time deciding what to do. Let Elope Mendocino take care of all the details while you enjoy the sheer bliss of this majestic location. Simply put, you and your loved one will be completely immersed in the full experience and creation of memories on your special day.

Take some time to explore Mendocino's local merchants and attractions and get acquainted with some of the talented people who work with Elope Mendocino by using the links on the right. With all the hospitality awaiting you along with all the fun and interesting things to do you'll be happy you chose Mendocino for one of your life's most important events!