Best wedding venues in California: find options near you

We absolutely love Grand Island Mansion! It is absolutely a stunning European-style estate — beautiful in every corner, both indoors and outdoors. The architecture, gardens, and overall atmosphere feel timeless and elegant, making it an incredible backdrop for weddings. As photographers, we’ve had the pleasure of shooting here many times, and every single visit still excites us. The light, the spaces, and the variety of photo locations make each wedding feel unique yet consistently breathtaking. The service is also wonderful — the staff is professional, warm, and very supportive, which makes the entire experience smooth and enjoyable for both couples and vendors. This venue has become extremely popular over the past couple of years, so if you’re considering hosting your wedding here, we highly recommend booking at least a year in advance.

Elegant, sprawling, and nestled right along a river, the Grand Island Mansion makes for one of Sacramento’s most spectacular wedding venues. And it’s a total visual feast when it comes to capturing wedding photos. Truly, the grounds and garden of the house are as varied as they are well-groomed. Towering trees, ivy-covered walls, reflecting pools, patios and statues give so many different vibes with each step you take. That means outdoor ceremonies can be organized in many different areas for different feels, though the last wedding I captured was held at the colonnade platform at the front of the house. It was serene and sincere, followed by a first dance at the nearby fountain. Just the sort of fairytale moments for which my couple was looking. Of course, the mansion itself is a treasure. Its many rooms, decorated with rich color and design, made for a place that was perfect for wandering with my jaw on the floor. The staircase at the entrance is also a striking addition and great for photos. I especially enjoyed the airy, yellow reception room that served the small number of guests my couple had invited to their celebration. And while photos of food don’t convey their taste, let’s just say that the cuisine is worth coming back for even after the wedding. Don’t miss the Grand Island Mansion for a luxurious wedding that’s overflowing with atmosphere.

Attended my granddaughter’s wedding yesterday. This is the same place her parents were married nearly 33 years ago. Small intimate affair but in the most beautiful setting. Shout out to Dillon and staff who went above and beyond in making this happen.

We had an amazing wedding for my daughter on September 12, 2024 . This place everything you can only dream about!! Place itself is gorgeous and elegant!! Workers so sweet , pleasant , helpful, loving, always at your service 🩷🩷 Amazing food and heavenly desserts! Thank you to the owners, they are the sweetest couple I got blessed to know them . In all we LOVED IT 😍, LOVED IT 😍, LOVED IT 😍

I recently attended a wedding here in June 2025 but haven’t been here since 2018. I feel like over the years they’ve adjusted some things like by the fountain and their lawn area. For both weddings, the parties organized a shuttle from Sacramento or Elk Grove which made it safer for the guests who plan to drink. It’s about 40 minutes away from each area and tight 2 lane roads. The food have both been buffets and pretty good! They have an outdoor air conditioned tent. The ceremony that was at 6pm was not too hot and beautiful lighting. There’s parking for guests too and a huge beautiful mansion where the wedding party usually stays the night. I didn’t know they do Sunday Mothers Day brunch but would like to check it out in the future and it’s a nice photo op place!

All I can say is WOW..! Took my grandmother mother here for Mother’s Day brunch and we loved it. From the quality of food, to the service and the atmosphere I would rate it all 10/10. I was recommended here by a good friend a while ago and I finally had some time to go check it out definitely enjoyable and worth the experience. Even got a tour after eating 😂 had to walk off the good food (it’s a buffet btw) so much to see and everything is well up kept. This place is a hidden gem, if you want to blow somebody’s socks off, bring them here. Thank you Grand island mansion, I will be returning soon👍🏾

A very enjoyable experience. They opened up 3 bedrooms for us to explore. They were very nice! Food was good. A bit pricey, but I think it’s worth it to go to a mansion to eat brunch. You don’t pay for parking, and the drive to the mansion is very scenic. It is a buffet, and the menu doesn’t change except for Thanksgiving and Xmas. I will definitely go again. The experience is enhanced if you go with friends and dress up really nice. My cousin was pounding down the mimosas. I love pasta, and this pasta was one of the best I ever had. The pear salad dressing was very good! I didn’t care for the dessert though, and I wish they could do better. Their cakes were dry, especially the white one.

My husband and I got married here 6 months ago and we still get compliments about our wedding! My husband and I absolutely loved the forest vibe, the stringed lights, and the family seating style. Besides the beauty of this place, we received excellent customer service and loved working with Jennifer Clark. Their package setups and coordinators are so helpful- relieved the stress of normal wedding planning! I was so grateful for that. (I just wish we would have had more time for pictures around all the grounds before the ceremony). Thank you, Saratoga Springs, for helping us create the wedding of our dreams. <3

We recently held a work event at Saratoga Springs, and it was a wonderful experience! The venue was beautiful, clean, and well-maintained, creating a great atmosphere for our team gathering. The lunch buffet offered a nice variety of delicious food, and everything was fresh and well organized. The activities were a lot of fun and gave everyone a chance to relax, connect, and enjoy the day together. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything ran smoothly. Thank you for helping make our work event such a success. We would definitely recommend Saratoga Springs for corporate events and look forward to coming back!

This may be our favorite wedding venue so far. We love the magical atmosphere of this redwood forest venue. The way the trees preserve the sound and peace of a wedding day makes this place perfect for a meaningful ceremony celebrated with your favorite people. The stone arches, creeks, and wooden bridges make the place even more enchanting and charming.

My cousin had the most beautiful wedding at Saratoga Springs Events. We loved how intimate it felt and the greenery made it seem secluded. All of the lights and different areas were magical. The staff did a great job and they had multiple weddings at the same time!

We attended a company event and it was a blast, great food, professional staff and amazing grounds. Can not recommend this venue highly enough. My thanks to the team at SSEW for working hard and caring about those attending. 🙂

My husband and I recently hosted our wedding this past weekend at this venue. It is exactly what we envisioned and has great value for its price point. We got married on a Friday afternoon at the Longbridge area and it was more than enough space for our 125 guests. Our coordinator, Jesus, went above and beyond for us. From working with both of our mothers who were in charge of decorations and to making sure we were on schedule day of. He went above and beyond with kindness and a smile on his face to ensure we had our best day! Something we wanted was to be present at our cocktail hour and he made sure we did especially when photos could take a while, he made it happen. He made sure our plates and drinks were filled throughout the night. Jesus is truly the best! Everyone at Saratoga Springs is accommodating and professional. From the wedding managers (Olivia, Samantha, and Miyuki) to each staff member that ensured our day ran smoothly. Everything is well maintained. I loved having access to the airstream and the lovely vendors they work with as well.

From our first conversation with Saratoga Springs, the team was thorough in explaining every detail and genuinely excited about our wedding. We felt confident in their clear communication throughout the planning process. The day before our wedding, we learned that our original coordinators wouldn’t be available, which honestly made us nervous about how things would go. The new coordinators stepped in and did an good job—they kept my husband and I fed and hydrated all day, handled everything smoothly, and made sure we felt supported from start to finish. The venue itself is nostalgic and spacious with a totally unique character that made our celebration feel special. We’d recommend Saratoga Springs to any couple looking for a thoughtful team and a beautiful space that doesn’t feel like every other wedding venue out there.

We cannot recommend Rancho Las Lomas highly enough! If you are looking for an absolutely beautiful setting with a gorgeous Spanish-building vibe, this is the place. It provided the most incredible backdrop for our wedding day. The team here was extremely thorough throughout the entire planning process and on the day itself. They went above and beyond to ensure our day was absolutely perfect. We loved that they provided so many options and configurations, which really gave us the flexibility to get everything exactly how we envisioned it. One quick tip for future couples: they do have some strict restrictions regarding anything that can cause a fire hazard (like open flames/candles), so definitely keep that in mind when planning your decor. However, their team is so helpful that working around it is a breeze. We hope to use this venue again for another major milestone later in life. Thank you, Rancho Las Lomas, for making our wedding unforgettable!

Rancho Las Lomas will always hold such a special place in my heart! As a wedding photographer, I’ve had the pleasure of shooting beautiful weddings here, and I also had the privilege of getting married here myself. The venue is absolutely stunning, and the staff is always so kind, professional, and wonderful to work with. I couldn’t recommend Rancho Las Lomas more!

I had the chance to photograph a wedding here this past weekend, and I can’t say enough good things! From the moment I arrived, it felt like a dream!!! The venue itself is absolutely stunning. There are so many gorgeous spots for portraits, detail photos, and little spaces and hidden nooks that guests could enjoy and we could photograph. I honestly could photograph here every day and not run out of spots or inspiration. The food was incredible too! As a photographer, I genuinely appreciate venues that make the day feel effortless and like every part of the day given care, and this one went above and beyond. The getting ready spaces and the cocktail hour area are so beautiful too, which is rare to see at venues! The entire day flowed without a single hitch. If I could photograph weddings here every weekend, I absolutely would. It was an amazing experience from start to finish, and I would recommend this venue to any couple looking for a beautiful, stress-free wedding day! — Bree, Parallel33 Photography

As a wedding videographer I love Rancho Las Lomas for so many reasons! The venue itself feels like you’ve steppe out of sothern California and into a Mediterranean estate. The wedding videos I shoot there are always so beautiful because of the aesthetics and it truly is a one of a kind venue. Easily the nicest in Trabucco Canyon, if not the best in all of southern California. If you’re thinking about booking Rancho Las Lomas for you wedding I say go for it! Light up Video Weddings – Wedding videography based in los Angeles California.

Absolutely a gem of a venue to work with. Being tucked into the hills surrounded by foliage of all types, this place feels like the perfect oasis. I cannot wait to photograph another wedding here.

This is a gorgeous venue. I can see why this place is a perfect spot for weddings. We had our company awards ceremony here. There lots of room and old Spanish architecture buildings. I believe this place was once some rich persons manor that had animals here like a zoo. I don’t know if they still have the animals maybe only by special request. The staff here took real good care of us. This place has so many places to just wonder off to have private places to mingle and talk.

From the moment we toured Rancho Las Lomas, we knew it was where we wanted to get married. We had our wedding there in May, and it exceeded every expectation. The property is absolutely breathtaking—lush gardens, incredible architecture, and so many unique spaces that make the entire venue feel magical. Every corner is beautiful, and our guests are still talking about how stunning it was. One of the things we loved most was having full access to the venue. It allowed our guests to explore the grounds, enjoy the different spaces, and truly experience everything Rancho Las Lomas has to offer. It made the entire evening feel intimate, relaxed, and unforgettable. We had a traditional Persian wedding with many moving parts, and everything unfolded exactly as planned. The staff was organized, professional, and incredibly kind—not only to us but to every one of our guests. They kept everything running seamlessly behind the scenes, allowing us to be fully present and enjoy every moment without worrying about logistics. The food was phenomenal and received countless compliments. We chose a buffet with salmon, roasted tri-tip, potato dauphinoise, roasted carrots, beet salad, and kale salad, and everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. During cocktail hour, our guests loved the braised short rib crostini, compressed watermelon, ahi tuna poke, and olive tapenade crostini. We also opted for the premium beer and wine package along with two signature cocktails—an Aperol Spritz and a cucumber lime margarita—which were a huge hit throughout the evening. Our wedding day truly felt effortless because of the Rancho Las Lomas team. Every detail was executed perfectly, the service was exceptional, and the venue itself created the most romantic atmosphere we could have imagined. If you’re looking for a wedding venue that combines breathtaking scenery, outstanding food, impeccable service, and flawless execution, I cannot recommend Rancho Las Lomas highly enough. We would choose this venue again in a heartbeat.

I recently stayed at Wonder Valley Ranch Resort, and while the location and property is stunning and the staff were kind, I was very disappointed with our experience. The property was overcrowded with kids, especially from a school group, and there was a lot of smoke from the fire pit they were using, making it hard to relax. To make things worse, there was no restaurant on site for meals, and the nearest dining option was a 45-minute drive away. Property advertised the hot tub and pool which was closed due to the school camp .I hope the resort addresses these issues, as it has a lot of potential, but it really missed the mark for us .

We booked our stay at this resort for a fishing trip, and while the room itself was really nice—with thoughtful touches like a fridge and coffee bar, and the staff was friendly and accommodating—we were quite disappointed with the overall experience. The amenities, like the pools and hot tub, were closed upon arrival and only reopened for a limited time in the evening. Additionally, the food options were quite limited, and the nearest restaurants were far away and closed early in the evening, making it difficult to find a meal. We also encountered a lot of noise from school kids, and we were told we couldn’t use the fire pit or smoke on the property, which took away from the experience. Ultimately, we were so disappointed that we ended up checking out early. Overall, it was a mixed experience, and that’s why we’re giving it two stars.

Hello Wanted to take a moment to thank you all there at Wonder Valley for hosting my sons school. He said nothing but good things about you all, how much fun he had, the good food that was served including snacks. He also mentioned about how much he loved Jack 🐎. Again thank you 😊

Ezekieo helped us with our orders, it took us 15 mins to decide, and he stayed there suggesting us our serves. Amazing place with amazing energy with amazing people!!! Strongly recommended!!!

Went for a destination family wedding in early December. The grounds are absolutely beautiful and well maintained. They have rooms and cottages both were very nice. Stayed a room with my adult kids. Will definitely re-visit in the summer to enjoy more of the fun activities they have on site.

Spent a weekend here for a wedding. My overall impression is that the property and the wedding event spaces were very nice, but the rooms and the rest of the facilities are so dated and feel extremely overpriced. The rooms are very basic motel-like accommodations. We stayed in the lakeside rooms and paid around $250 a night; that was with the wedding party «discount» of 5%. The rooms were clean but dim and outdated. For that resort level price I expected something a lot more modern and luxe, but we were kind of stuck since there are no other options within 45 minutes of the venue. Along with this, meal times were extremely strict and the breakfast was very basic. This was pretty jarring as the wedding (as most weddings do) went late into the night but we were told breakfast is strictly served between 8-9am. After that, there’s no food options anywhere on the property until lunch (which is equally strict on time and costs extra). So we roused ourselves and got to breakfast after a late night, only to see staff starting to clear things away at 8:45. We were able to just barely grab a couple plates for the buffet as they were being taken away by staff. The buffet felt similar to a basic hotel continental breakfast, nothing special. This venue is also a summer camp so there were crowds of kids around. I was left thinking about how we paid resort prices and got summer camp treatment. Everything felt cheap and rushed. Finally, the wedding couple had paid for a large group of the wedding guests to do the ropes course, go karts, and other activities on the grounds the day after the wedding. All of the activities were extremely understaffed. We were told the ropes course was closed and we could only do the zip line, the pool was also closed, and the go karts had limited staff as well. It created a lot of confusion and disorganization. It took 45+ minutes to do any given activity because there were so few staff at each. Oh, and there was yet another strict timeline of 9am-1pm for activities. It feels like this place needs to decide if it’s going to be a summer camp or an upscale venue, and commit to one or the other. It can’t be both. The wedding was very nice but the rest of the weekend was anything but relaxing because everything was so rushed and understaffed.

A bit of an overdue review, but my husband and I had our wedding at Padua Hills theater this past June and had a great experience with the team! We initially liked the fact that the venue had separate spaces for our guests to experience and explore, and that there was so much variety in the venue’s views, from the olive grove, to the Spanish-inspired architecture, to the mountains. As we worked more and more with the team, we also appreciated how organized, thoughtful, and kind Isabela, Ryan, and Kristina were with the actual planning process. Before we booked the venue, we were a little bit hesitant because of some older reviews of the venue mentioned bees and poor management communication led to folks having bad experiences with the venue, but we felt really supported and had all our concerns addressed the entire time. Our guests really appreciated the venues service as well, highlighting how generous the portion sizes were for the serviced dinner. This was a bit of a relief because one of the concerns we had about the venue was meal quality compared to venues like a hotel or a country club that offer full catering in conjunction with operating restaurants on site. The food turned out great, and we (but more importantly, our guests) really appreciated the menu! Our wedding was beautiful, with much of the credit going to the Padua Hills team! Would highly recommend.

I’m a photographer and this past winter was my first time at Padua Hills Theatre, I found it beautiful and charming. Had great spots to take photos and best of both worlds with outdoor space and amazing indoor reception area. Staff was friendly and hope to photography more weddings here.

We held our engagement photoshoot at Padua and we absolutely love this venue. We discovered it after attending a friend’s wedding and knew we wanted our photos held here! The venue felt so us, the place is so welcoming and our favorite memory was seeing a bear around the forest. It was a beautiful setting for such an important day, and we’re grateful for the experience. And a huge thank you for the offer to have another shoot done for us once our first session ended! It was so sweet.

Fabulous location & catering for a wedding party. Site is scenic in the hills, architecture historic and excellently maintained, staff high quality, the event organizer so well organized and made all go smoothly. The bride and groom had it how they wanted it. Food and deserts were excellent, top quality, fresh, too appealing. Most guests over indulged on food. Grand event at a grand wedding center.

As the CFO of four companies (including one in food service)…I tend to over-analyze expenditures in a way that makes the bean-counters nervous. I have a slight touch of OCD and examine procurements, labor costs, efficiency, and everything else financial in search of loss and avoidable waste. I tell you this because I consider the selection of a wedding venue to be little more than a business transaction and I do not get emotional in business. I am unlike the standard father-of-the-bride types in this mindset, which will become evident as you read on. Most dads refuse to read the menu from right to left when planning their little girl’s big day. You’ll find my analytical perspective helpful too…stay with me. When I first walked the property at Padua, I was stunned by the incredible romance and beauty of the location. It stood head and shoulders above the crowd in esthetics alone. None of the other venues we checked out could hold a candle to Padua. It is simply perfect. A warm yet impressive hideaway in the hills with magnificent scenic views, a flawless layout of buildings and open space, splendid lighting and décor inside & out, ample parking and is easily navigated to…close to the freeway but far enough you cannot see or hear it. This place is private! The outside world falls away, Padua is nestled in a setting of solitude and elegance. It is so unique in design and landscaping I cannot imagine a way they could improve it and I was able to do that with every other wedding venue we inspected. No traffic, no noise, no flyovers by planes, no competing with anything the usual wedding venues are compromised by…Padua is an oasis of tranquility. The multiple locations for the wedding ceremony make it ideal, should your special day experience unexpected weather. Padua has back-ups…no risk of wet guests! The main hall is breathtaking once the tables are decorated and the dancefloor is spacious. Lighting options provide an added bonus and Padua offers so many cool options (that are unavailable at other venues) it will take you a while to hear and see them all. Visit on a day you aren’t rushed, you are going to enjoy this. Padua’s staff directed us to vendors for an officiant, cigar bar, florist, cakemaker, photographers, DJ and everything else we needed. These people knew the venue inside-out and in working with the highly diligent Padua staff, had everything running like clockwork. Lemme tell ya, weddings can be stressful but when the operation is this closely monitored and run, there is little anxiety. The special effects worked great, the bartenders were fast, personal and well…gorgeous. The management staff at Padua oversaw everything and everyone, and they did it with a caring, softly spoken confidence that made us feel calm and catered to. Padua sets the customer care bar so high, other wedding venue staffs need to charter a plane just to see it. Here’s the one thing I didn’t anticipate. The cost. This venue was so much more than every other location we visited, I expected it to cost double or triple. But they were actually less expensive than some of the hotels, clubhouses and restaurants we shopped. Padua should raise their rates. We got so much more for the money than we would have otherwise…the bean-counter’s, bean-counter (me) felt we underpaid and that just never happens. But the one thing I discovered during our event and the one overwhelming takeaway you should glean from this review is every single person working for Padua and those on their referral list CARES ABOUT YOU! They take great pride in what they do, they are on a mission to not merely meet your needs and expectations but to exceed them to such an extent you too will draft a review like this. I don’t know how many times I was asked if there was anything I needed, if I had any concerns, was there something they could do for me…these people went well above and beyond all expectations and I am extremely grateful to Padua for making the wedding perfect. And I do not believe perfection is achievable. Padua did it somehow.

We recently had the pleasure of working at Palm Event Center on May 3rd, where our company, Rose Garden Decor, provided décor and florals for a beautiful wedding—and we can’t say enough great things about this venue and team. The property itself is absolutely stunning. The outdoor grounds are beautifully maintained and create the perfect backdrop for ceremonies and photos. Everything about the venue—from the landscaping to the layout—feels elegant, clean, and thoughtfully designed. From start to finish, the entire event was incredibly organized. Christina, the event coordinator, did an outstanding job making sure every detail was handled flawlessly. The wedding flowed seamlessly, and it truly showed in how happy the bride and groom were—they shared at the end of the night that everything was perfect. We also want to give a big thank you to Dan, the banquet manager. During cleanup and teardown, his team was extremely professional and efficient, making the entire process smooth and stress-free for us. That kind of organization and support goes a long way. What stood out most was how well their team treated vendors. Our team was treated with kindness and respect throughout the entire event, and it’s clear they truly care about everyone involved. Highly recommend Palm Event Center to any couple or vendor looking for a beautiful, well-run venue with an amazing team behind it!

We had our wedding at The Palm Event Center and were so happy with our decision. The venue is beautiful and spacious, with both indoor and outdoor space. Also, their process is very polished and operationalized while still making our wedding feel personal and customized to us. There were some restrictions, such as extra fees for outside catering, and that we could not take any of the leftover food home with us except for cakes. However, they were very clear about these rules. Also, they helped us iron out a realistic, stress-free timeline and handled so many thoughtful details, from setting up our welcome table to providing included decor elements like easels. They also took care of packing and boxing everything up for us at the end of the night. A special shoutout to Virginia, our event planner, and Heather, our day-of coordinator! They were so organized, offered great suggestions, and made the planning process painless. Between the two of them and the venue’s level of service, we didn’t even need to hire a wedding planner. All of our guests kept telling us how classy and elegant the entire evening was. Thank you to the Palm Event Center team for making our day so special!

We were absolutely delighted with our decision to have our wedding at the Palms event center. The beauty of the venue speaks for itself. The team is absolutely top notch. From our first appointment with Chrissy to our planning meetings with Nicole, and the absolute rockstar coordinator Christina we couldn’t have hoped for a better team. The professionalism and care they put into their work really makes a difference. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how great everything was. The food was delicious, and service was spot on. We cannot thank them enough.

I recently had my wedding reception at the Palm Event Center on 11/14/2025 and it was amazing! Right after the initial tour in October 2024, we immediately knew that this was the venue that we wanted to have our wedding reception at. It is so beautiful! Please be aware, this venue books up so fast so if you’re still thinking about it – book that tour ASAP and get started!! It’s so worth it. From the very beginning, we’ve had only positive experiences with the Palm team. The entire team was so easy to communicate and work with and we never felt any type of stress from this part of our planning process. Email responses were always lightning quick. We were introduced to our coordinator, Heather, a few months prior to our wedding date and she was a joy to work with. Very thorough and easy to communicate with. On the day of the wedding, she and the Palm team executed our vision amazingly and constantly checked in with us to make sure our wedding reception was running smoothly. The venue setup was exactly what I communicated and envisioned, and Heather adjusted where needed to make things even better. The venue was stunning and we are so happy with how everything turned out. We’ve received so many compliments from our friends and family in the weeks after our wedding. I can’t say enough good things about this team and venue!! Thanks again Palm team!

We absolutely loved having our wedding at the Palm Event Center! The venue is incredibly beautiful and was the perfect setting for our day. From the beginning, the entire team was so easy to work with and made the planning process feel seamless. We especially loved working with Sarah! She was wonderful throughout the entire process—always responsive, flexible, and so easy to bounce ideas off of. Whether we wanted to make a change, ask a question, or talk through an idea, we always felt supported. One thing that was especially important to us was incorporating both of our cultures into the wedding. We had a traditional Persian ceremony and also wanted to make sure we incorporated Peruvian elements throughout the celebration. Going into planning, I was a little concerned about making sure the venue could accommodate everything we envisioned, but it was so reassuring to learn that the Palm Event Center had hosted other Persian weddings and was already familiar with many of the traditions. They were also able to share examples from past weddings, which helped us visualize how we could bring everything together in the space. The entire team made us feel like our ideas were possible and helped everything come together so smoothly. We are so happy we chose the Palm Event Center and would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful venue, an amazing team, and a place that can truly make your wedding feel like your own!

An absolutely beautiful location for wedding and events. I am a wedding photographer here in SoCal and my experience of working here and with all its staff is amazing. They are very attentive and detailed. Not to mention the beautiful historical buildings around. I am in love with the venue.

The California hotel is one of the most beautiful spots in Fullerton. It reeks of old history and shows the Spanish influence that was once present in our city. There are claims that it is haunted … a rumor says that a mother murdered her child in the window right above the center sign. However, that’s not confirmed and just a rumor. The Cellar, downstairs, is a bar and it’s one of the most unique bars I’ve ever been to. It has a nice restaurant and bar area, overall clean and is a very unique vibe.

This was the view at Villa Del Sol. The condo was beautifully decorated and immaculate, clean, and accommodating. My family of four spent our evenings looking at the ocean and playing board games.

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I grabbed a quick lunch at the Fullerton Brew Company and also to say hello to Joelle who’s just the best!!

A great place with nothing but pleasant memories. From old local favorites, such as Stadium Tavern and The British Grocer, to five star dining (only for those in the know), this location is a historic treasure. Whether you are interested in reserving the courtyard for a private function, or looking for a professional spa treatment you’ll find something to fall in love with. Check it out.

We ate here at the Cellar. Great food, service and atmosphere.

As a wedding photographer, I’ve now had the pleasure of shooting at The Hacienda twice, and it’s a venue I’d happily return to again. The space itself is genuinely beautiful. The architecture has a Spanish hacienda character that you don’t find at most venues: ornate ironwork, stone fountains, warm wood beams, and all kinds of interesting nooks and corners that make for really compelling photos. It’s the kind of venue that does a lot of the work for you visually, and I mean that as a high compliment. On my most recent visit this past October, the venue coordinator was communicative, organized, and genuinely helpful to my team throughout the day. At one point, our iPad (which we use to display same-day photo previews for guests) went missing. Turned out the mother of the bride had accidentally packed it up with the welcome table items. The coordinator helped us track it down without missing a beat. Small thing, maybe, but that kind of attentiveness adds up on a long wedding day. Their preferred DJ parnter was also a standout: warm, communicative, and easy to work alongside. It speaks well of the venue when their preferred vendors reflect the same professionalism. If you’re looking for a beautiful, character-rich venue in Orange County with a team that actually cares how the day goes, The Hacienda is worth a serious look. — Paul from PMC Photography

We held a 70th birthday celebration with 72 guests at the inner courtyard. It was the height of a local heat wave and the event was set for noon. The staff did everything they could to keep us comfortable using strategically located patio umbrellas and fans. They even offered the use of an air-conditioned room for guests who needed relief from the heat. The celebration was a great success because the food was good, the staff was helpful, and Inner Courtyard made for a wonderful setting. I highly recommend this venue for events.

I have wanted to get married at the Hacienda ever since I was a little girl and the night was everything I could have dreamed of. The staff was wonderful and they handled every detail of the night spectacularly. I couldn’t have wished for a better night and a bonus, the food was amazing. Definitely recommend booking the entire venue and you won’t regret your choice. Thank you so much staff of the Hacienda for such a magical day❤️ – Nicole Beech

Exceptional experience working with The Hacienda. Their entire staff was outstanding, professional, accommodating to our needs and requests, provided great communication, and outstanding hospitality. Every manager and service staff member was friendly, helpful, and exceeded our expectations. The venue was GORGEOUS. Our company’s women’s event was attended by almost 80 of our exceptional employees. They were in awe of the beauty and tranquility of the venue. Food was delicious and beautifully presented. I would highly recommend this venue for any event.

We absolutely loved this venue and the staff that came along with it. Everyone was the absolute epitome of perfection from start to finish. The venue was clean and beautiful, the food was so delicious, the staff was absolute top tier. Claudia, Kristen, Art & the entire crew went far above and beyond my expectations throughout the entire process. We had an absolute blast and I was able to relax and enjoy the wedding knowing they could handle whatever might come up with grace and professionalism. This venue is a hidden gem that deserves to be celebrated.

The Hacienda hosted our Wedding reception on 8/30 and we had the most BEAUTIFUL experience. They were wonderful to work with leading up to our big day, and day of the wedding, everything was ran very smoothly where we didn’t have to have a single worry about anything that day! It was truly the most magical experience, and even for all of our guests! Thank you to all of our amazing hosts, waitress/waiters, and especially Jazmin who was one of our amazing Wedding coordinators that day!

My husband and I had our wedding here in June of 2024 and it was truly beautiful. The staff set up the tables and napkins with color combinations exactly as I had described and it was such a relief to see everything taken care of by their staff from the signage I brought, to the party favors. The coordinators we were assigned were Art and Christine and they were both AMAZING! They helped answer our questions on the rehearsal day and day of the wedding and Art even spoke Spanish which was awesome since parents of the bride had questions and he was able to put their worries to rest. Also I was truly grateful and impressed by their customer service as they allowed us to store our flower arch the day prior in order to be able to get things set up the next day on time. Truly an amazing experience and I would highly recommend with the current staff! Thank you to the Hacienda staff for making the day a breeze and go without a hitch! (Also all our guests said the venue was beautiful!)

This is a really nice large outdoor venue that we visited for a Peninsula Open Space Trust donor event. An appropriate locale as Coyote Valley provides some critical wildlife linkages that POST has worked on. We had great sunny weather and enjoyed the large and shaded areas. It’s quite a large spread, so I’m glad we were given a map and wandered the grounds. The baby goats in the petting zoo were cute and we stumbled upon some corn-hole games and ping pong tables. The food and drink, while served buffet style was all quite tasty. If you have the opportunity to go here, take it!

Coyote Ranch was a fantastic venue! I plan corporate events and was looking for a venue for a company picnic near their office in San Jose. The staff was helpful from start to finish and when we arrived to set up yesterday morning, they already had all of the furniture in place, the games out, and the vibes going! Jenna was fire on aux and had a playlist for every occasion. Troy was super helpful in walking through our «olympic games» set up. It was great that the venue provided gunny sacks, tug of war rope, hula hoops, tons of cones, water balloons, a huge white board etc. so we didn’t have to bring everything on our own. The service was awesome – the staff was incredibly nice. They were able to bring folks through the buffet line quickly by having workers serving at every station to keep it moving. Other recommendations (shaved ice, misting tent, etc) were total hits! Greatly, greatly appreciate the service and kindness of the folks at Coyote Ranch!

Done 3 events there and they have been epic! A must for school events. Make your dance into a festival! Lots of space and staff is very cordial. Love playing here. Last event was over 3000 k people. So much space there you can have loads of parking and don’t have to worry about the neighbors complaining about the noise since the ranch is so vast! Also a good place for corporate events!

I can’t say enough about this place. This is such a great outdoor venue. The staff was so nice and accommodating. Sometimes when you work a new venue it’s hard to get the feel of the place. At Coyote Ranch they will stop to share the best way to get the job done. I’m not a wedding crasher, but the food has me thinking about it. They really know how to cater large crowds. The food was both hot and fresh. I also want to thank the bartenders for helping my DJ services out. They kept the crowd in party mode

I’m a wedding photographer and I had the absolute pleasure of getting to document a wedding at this stunning venue. The venue employees were very helpful when I needed anything and the wedding day went so smoothly without any hiccups! The venue provides such a huge space great for all guest counts and so many beautiful photo spots! I had a blast getting to explore the property and I truly could not take a bad photo here. I can’t wait to come back!

Our experience at Villa De Amore was amazing! We had our wedding on 9/18 and the staff and vendors executed it flawlessly. Mandi was our designer and she did a fantastic job at decorating and fulfilling our vision. Myla was our coordinator and she did an amazing job at keeping everything on track. We chose Nathan Goodwin as our photographer from the package and I cannot recommend him enough, our pictures came out great! Our DJ Johnny from Ross creations was also amazing, he went with the flow and handled our last minute changes smoothly. Also the food was fantastic, I’m almost sad they don’t have a restaurant because I can’t get the steak I had out of my head. This Venue is beautiful and you cannot beat the price of what is included in their all inclusive package. I would definitely recommend this venue to anyone looking to have a beautiful wedding in Temecula!

This was a very beautiful wedding venue (Nov 1) with a nice backdrop of the vineyards as well as a sunset spot on the other side. The court yard has a great family style long table set up which I thought was unique. Food was not memorable, bar staff was very tentative. Would recommend.

My husband and I just got married here in May 2026. This venue offers such a beautiful setting to get married, while also having perks of being all inclusive. The design team led by Mandi and my coordinator Amber helped execute the evening and make our wedding dreams come true! Our photographer Nathan captured our evening so perfectly, and DJ Johnny kept our dance floor going until the end! We also got rave reviews on the cocktails, so the bartending staff were great.

My husband and I just got married here in august and our wedding was even better than we could have imagined!! The whole team made it so easy for me to enjoy the fun parts of wedding planning and have none of the stresses. Everything went SO smoothly the entire day. Our coordinator, Myla, knows the ins and outs of the whole venue and was so responsive to all my ideas and questions throughout the whole planning process. The venue comes with the coordinator, design team (including almost all of the decor you could possibly need), dj, catering, photographer and florist. I didn’t have to worry about any logistics day of since they all work together. Finally, every corner of this venue is picturesque! We got so many compliments about how gorgeous everything was. I would absolutely recommend this venue to anyone!

My first visit to this breathtaking venue was last week 20 May 2021 for a truly beautiful wedding. The happy couple chose this place wisely. The views were lovely. The on-site staff were super friendly and helpful and attentive. Only complaint: the waitstaff could use a lot of training about clearing tables. The ceremony was outside with a view of the neighbouring vineyard as was the cocktail area. The dining room was a great size and opened up into a couple of courtyards. There were picturesque spots and staged seating areas with chandeliers all over the grounds. It was so well thought out. We eat and danced and laughed and celebrated with adorable bride and groom until the evening. It couldn’t have been a better day if we tried! Well done, Villa de Amore!

I cannot begin to explain how much of a dream having my wedding here was. The venue itself is so breathtaking every single angle and every single inch is just beautiful. You get lost in the views. The design team mandy and kylie are a dynamic duo they went over and beyond my expectations I felt so secure that they had everything under control, David the manager is so personable and sweet and organized and professional, and the coordinator Myla and her assistant were the most sweetest PROFESSIONAL women EVER! every little detail was thought of and remembered. Johnathan the DJ is the best! If you’re thinking of any outside entertainment take it from me-dont. You don’t need any outside entertainment HE HAS GOT IT ALL! The chef is so good the food is so good the funnel cakes and tacos are delicious!!!! The best part of my whole wedding is that I truly did not stress they did everything and I just enjoyed such an organic classy elegant beautiful night that I will cherish and remember forever and all my guests were non stop talking about how it was the most beautiful wedding they had ever been to! I feel so lucky I was able to have my wedding here

Despite the heat, the venue staff keep us cool while keeping their cool. Every indoor and outdoor space evidenced attention to detail. It was stunningly decorated, and the grounds were artful. The onsite DJ/MC did an outstanding job of communicating expectations and keeping the energy up. Our bar staff was fast, put up quality drinks, and were friendly. I was extremely impressed with how quickly dinner was served. The waitstaff and kitchen staff were stellar. Absolutely Enchanting!