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Northern California

A guide to wedding venues in the Bay Area and Wine Country

Boasting some of the most beautiful geography in the country, Northern California is a wonderful destination for a wedding. Romantic vineyards, ocean views and rustic ranches are just a sample of the possible settings for your big day.  Here’s a glimpse at some of our favorite venues in our Bay Area and wine country markets.

Sonoma county

Being California wine country's largest wine producer, Sonoma County it is a popular destination for weddings at sprawling vineyards and romantic wineries. The land out here is also widely used for agriculture and pasturage, so it is a great place to find unique, rustic ranch venues. The Russian River is another beautiful natural element to incorporate into an outdoorsy wedding. 

Photo by Sara Byrne

Photo by Sara Byrne

Photo by Sun and Life Photography

Photo by Sun and Life Photography

Photo by Foot Candles Photography

Photo by Foot Candles Photography

Photo by The Edges

Photo by The Edges

napa county

Home to 400 wineries and perhaps the most famous region of wine country, Napa County is another great area for wine enthusiasts to celebrate their nuptials. Across the region you can find venues at manicured gardens and private estates for elegant outdoor affairs.

Photo by Jean Laurent Gaudy

Photo by Jean Laurent Gaudy

Photo by Dustin Cantrell

Photo by Dustin Cantrell

Photo by Cooper Carras

Photo by Cooper Carras

Photo by Anne-Claire Brun

Photo by Anne-Claire Brun

the bay area

Within an hour’s radius of San Francisco, you can find oceanside cliffs, redwood forests, and botanical gardens that will make absolutely stunning backdrops for a wedding. You and your guests will remember the picturesque scenery forever. Plus at a venue like this, your photos will turn out great no matter what.

Photo by Helena and Laurent Photography

Photo by Helena and Laurent Photography

Photo by Eve Rox Photography

Photo by Eve Rox Photography

Photo by Sun and Life Photography

Photo by Sun and Life Photography

Photo by River Medlock Photography

Photo by River Medlock Photography

mendocino county

Mendocino county is an enchanting and tranquil part of northern California. Venues here are like nothing you’ve ever seen — charming summer camps will make you and your guests feel right at home; breezy waves will ease your nerves as you prepare to day I do; and rolling hills will fill your day with serenity and peace. Everyone will feel love in the air at these venues.

Photo by Christina Richards

Photo by Christina Richards

Photo by The Edges Wedding Photography

Photo by The Edges Wedding Photography

Photo by Anne-Claire Brun

Photo by Anne-Claire Brun

Photo by Anne-Claire Brun

Photo by Anne-Claire Brun

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