25 Best Paso Robles Wedding Venues
Ultimate Guide to the 25 Best Paso Robles Wedding Venues
(complete with pricing, photos, and video)
Read below for my guide on the 25 best Paso Robles wedding venues to help in your wedding planning! With dozens of wineries and venues to choose from, I’ve narrowed down this list to make it easier for you to choose the wedding venues in Paso Robles that appeal to you no matter what type of setting you desire!
Allegretto Vineyard Resort
Rental Fee: $1,850 – $10,500 ( depends of number of spaces reserved)
From the ornate Tuscan-style architecture to the rolling hills surrounding the property, you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped into Italy when you decide to get married here. This location has four different venues, providing something for every interest. The Abbey is a French-inspired chapel perfect for an intimate ceremony while the Piazza Magica boosts a gorgeous courtyard that can host up to 800 people. The favorite is the Olive Orchard itself with panoramic views and expert décor, making this one of the more popular Pas Robles wedding venues.
Cass Winery
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One of the more popular Paso Robles wedding venues, having a Cass Winery wedding will allow you to experience the full winery wedding venue that you envision. Complete with an outdoor ceremony overlooking the vineyard, and indoor reception surrounded by barrels of wine, this wedding venue in Paso Robles in one of my favorites!
Tooth and Nail Winery
Packages starting at : $8000
Capacity: 200 guests
Choosing a Tooth and Nail Winery wedding is like having your celebration at a medieval castle. As you walk across the moat, you will transport yourself into the days of King Arthur! With a stunning panoramic view of the area, this is one of my favorite and most unique Paso Robles wedding venues that will have your guests talking about for a very long time.
Croad Vineyards
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Croad Vineyards provides both a large lawn for weddings and a small elopement setting for your nuptials, making it one of the premier Paso Robles wedding venues. The place itself is adorned in beautiful Tuscan stylings with an Inn situated atop a hill, providing on site accomodations for out of town guests for convenience. Couples can wed in a private outdoor area for an intimate ceremony or host a larger gathering indoors with dinner around the Spanish fountain and dancing in the tasting room.
Paso Robles Inn
Packages: starts at $3,000 – $4,000
Sales tax and service charge: 20%
Paso Robles Inn is one of the most surprising of all wedding venues in Paso Robles. It presents a brick exterior and is surrounded by beautiful, flowering gardens with the grandeur of oaks and pines. The setting also features a small stream that makes a great photo backdrop. Small receptions can occur outdoors at the patio while larger ones are perfect for the Grand Ballroom.
Terra Mia Vineyard
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Nestled on thirty cozy acres, having a Terra Mia Vineyard wedding is like renting out Sea World! The place has many great options for wedding photos including stone walls, long rows of grape vines, a number of footbridges, and several waterfalls. The lakeside amphitheater is the perfect setting for a ceremony followed by a reception outdoors. This is my favorite Paso Robles wedding venues because the setting is just so magical!
Bianchi Winery
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If you are having a wedding with less than 100 guests, have a Bianchi Winery wedding is a solid choice to fully appreciated with Paso Robles wedding venue. With an outdoor wedding ceremony under oak trees, you can have respite from the Paso Robles heat with its pond right outside the reception area, it allows for some stunning photo potential especially during sunset.
Summerwood Inn
Capacity: 150 guests
Nonrefundable deposit: $2,000
In you are wanting one of the more convenient Paso Robles wedding venues, choosing a Summerwood Inn would be my recommendation. Located across the street from the Summerwood Winery, the Inn provides one of the largest lawns for any Paso Robles wedding venues. The back area is where the ceremony is held overlooking the vineyard and is conveniently located along Highway 46.
Rava Winery
Rental Fees: starts at $7,000
Having a Rava Winery wedding will provide one of the more familiar ceremony wedding backdrops since they have their ceremony on the lawn with their popular fountain pond. With its Tuscan setting, this wedding venue in Paso Robles is a treat for photography. With its large terrace and string lights, this venue is perfect for celebrations of up to 200 guests and is seemingly perfectly made for wedding.
Park Ballroom
Rental Fees: $3,500 – $4,000
Ceremony: $1,500
Refundable deposit: $500
Located in downtown Paso Robles, the Park Ballroom is a great setting for a traditional wedding with lots of dancing. Its central location allows guests to explore Paso Robles on foot, since a majority of the best restaurants and wine tastings are blocks away. It also provides event space to host a ceremony in a hall with high ceilings. This is a great venue for the couple wanting an indoor central Paso Robles wedding venue.
Sculptera Winery and Sculpture Garden
Rental Fee: $1,500 – $3,000
Security deposit: 50%
A setting truly like no other, this Paso Robles wedding venue provides all the elegance and charm of a California vineyard paired with a multi-million dollar sculpture garden that is sure to leave your guests talking. This setting is perfect for minimalistic décor or going all out as the beautiful California landscape provides a wondrous backdrop. This is a great location for smaller weddings as Sculptera Winery can accommodate up to 120 total guests for events.
Justin Winery
Rental Fee: starts at $10,000
Refundable deposit: $500
Justin Winery focuses on Bordeaux style blended wines while also doubling as the setting for many couples’ dream wedding. The Paso Robles wedding venue brings a touch of class to every ceremony. The double staircases beneath the vine-covered veranda serve as the perfect place for a shot of the groomsmen and bridesmaids. When you plan your wedding at Justin Winery, you will rest assured that your guests will have an amazing experience and truly remember the occasion for a long time.
Ernest Hemingway Winery
Packages: $7,500 – $10,500
Elopement: $4,500
A Ernest Hemingway Winery wedding allows you to marry at one of the newer Paso Robles wedding venues. Opened in early 2020, they are one of the lesser known wineries in Paso Robles, which would potentially allow you more choices and flexibility when it comes to your wedding date.
CaliPaso Winery
Rental Fee: starts at $5,000
Having a CaliPaso Winery wedding is one of those decisions that can transport you to another place. With its stunning Spanish colonial architecture, this winery and resort can provide both logic and a picturesque setting for your wedding. This wedding venue in Paso Robles can accommodate larger guests counts and is a perfect place to have a live band with its large lawn.
Rio Seco
Packages: $87 – 137 / person
Rio Seco is one of the more casual and intimate Paso Robles wedding venues and is perfect for a party of 100 guests. The wedding ceremony has a ton of potential given that the area overlooking the vineyards is one giant empty fields so you can have a lot of flexibility when it comes to that. The reception area is located at the front of the winery. On site on this property is a guest house that is uncommon for Paso Robles wedding venues so you can stay the night and get ready on site the next day.
Paris Valley Estate
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Opened in early 2020, Paris Valley Estate is one of the most up and coming Paso Robles wedding venues. Conveniently located along Highway 46, this is one of those wedding venues you cannot miss and even from the road you can tell how stunning a location this is. Ceremonies are typically held around the mountain, with a large lawn for the reception with up to 200 guests.
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How to Choose a Wedding Photographer
How to Choose a Wedding Photographer If you’re reading this I assume you are just starting your wedding planning and don’t know where to begin! This guide will hopefully answer the question, “How to choose a wedding photographer?” Like food, there are several different styles of wedding photography. When it comes to photography, there are little to no barriers to entry and one can be overwhelmed with so many different websites it can be intimidating. Below I have broken things down to try to make understanding the things to look for in a wedding photographer easy to understand. TLDR : View full galleries to ensure the FULL TIME photographer can shoot in both daytime and nighttime, and to make sure the photos speak to you and look exactly what you want for your wedding day in terms of candid vs posed, romantic vs goofy, etc. While you’re at it, make sure they have reviews NOT on their website to verify they give you what they promise. Write down 3-5 words that describe what you want in your wedding photography and they should line up with the images on the website (ideally the home page). Can they shoot with flash and photograph in dark settings? Make sure you see a photo of your photographer on the website to make sure you aren’t handed down to a random person the owner found on the internet to shoot for them. And finally meet / talk with your photographer to make sure your personalities fit. Ask to see full galleries If you don’t read anything else…this is my #1 advice on how to choose a wedding photographer. Photographers will have some of their best images on their websites or social media profiles, but if you want to get a clear idea of their ability and style, ask if you can view at least 3 full galleries (ideally a similar setting and guest size). While you don’t need to request a full gallery from every potential photographer, if you’re down to two or three, it is highly recommended. Viewing a full gallery will allow you to gauge whether or not the photographer is capable of shooting in ANY situation (see my post about What Happens if it Rains on your Wedding Day). If you are throwing the most important party for yourself, you better hope the photographer you hire is fully capable of producing quality images in any situation. When you view the full gallery, pay attention to how the images make you feel. Do they speak to you and give you an idea of the couple, guests, and wedding day? Do the images elicit an emotional response to you? Do they capture emotions of the couple, and the VIP guests of the day? If family formals are the most important to you, are the groups well lit and composed? Are there cropped feet or crooked lines? Are they fulltime? Or do it for fun on the weekend? Whether its painting, cooking, or driving, the more we do something the better we are at it. We all have a natural ceiling if we don’t practice enough. Make sure the person you hire is committed to photography and actually does it more than once a week “for fun,” since there are A LOT of weekend warriors who work in tech on the weekdays, and do photography on the weekend. This is the biggest (and most expensive) celebration you will ever have in your life. Why hire someone who does it “for fun?” This is the most puzzling to me TBH. Regardless of price point, someone who does photography fulltime will care more about the experience than someone who does it on the side. Simple fact that they have more pride in their work. Do they have a reviews not on their website? Google, Yelp, Weddingwire, TheKnot…IF your person is legit, they should have a listing on at least 2 of these pages if not all. Random person you found on Instagram – good luck with no repercussions if they do a terrible job. Your wedding day isn’t ONLY in daylight. Can they shoot in the evening? SO many photographers ONLY put daylight photos on their website or IG because that’s what they prefer…no problem with that. Sadly, there are many “photographers” that don’t even know how to use flash. It’s like a chef only using the stove and not the oven! When reading on how to choose a wedding photographer make sure that includes all lighting scenarios.Make sure they can shoot evening photos (with flash)This ties into the number one recommendation above – see full galleries! RUN! When you DON’T see a photo of the photographer on the website! With a more anonymous photography company, chances are you will have a photographer assigned to you, who may or may not even have their photos on the website you love! One of the “dirty secrets” of the industry is that large companies outsource the photography so you don’t get the same person who took the photos you see on the site. You may love the photos on the site, but you don’t get that person since it is a different photographer every time. There are many posts in FB photography groups asking for a “main/lead photographer” because the “Photo Company Name” outsources their work. It is very deceitful. A photo of your photographer will allow you to trust you will get exactly who you are looking at, and won’t be “pawned off” to someone else. Hopefully, the photographer will take the time to meet/talk with you personally, ensuring that you feel comfortable working with them. You will have the opportunity to discuss the details of your wedding and any specific moments you want the photographer to capture. What style of images do you want? If you don’t know…that’s OK! An easy exercise is to write down 3-5 words that describe your photos and the entire day. Some examples can be fun, candid, natural, glamourous, emotional, detail focused, bright, moody, and
San Luis Obispo Wedding Venues
San Luis Obispo Wedding Venues Ultimate Guide to San Luis Obispo Wedding Venues (complete with pricing, locations, and photos) If you are looking for San Luis Obispo wedding venues you have come to the right place! Located on California’s Central Coast, San Luis Obispo is a charming town known for its historic downtown, popular Thursday evening farmer’s market, and local beaches like Avila Beach. Here you’ll find options to fit virtually any style of wedding. Let’s take a look at some of the top San Luis Obispo wedding venues. The Penny SLO 664 Marsh St. San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Pricing: $6,800+ Stylish. Refined. Elegant. Welcome to the Penny SLO. Discover the perfect blend of refinement and urban charm at The Penny, a modern wedding venue in the heart of downtown San Luis Obispo. The all-inclusive packages, list of vendors, in-house rentals, and specialty decor add an extra dash of magic. Higuera Ranch 525 El Camino Real; San Luis Obispo The setting for Higuera Ranch began in 1969 when Franciscan missionaries planted figs in the area. Today, the setting has become home to a beautiful olive grove and a quaint setting for couples to tie the knot. This affordable and rustic San Luis Obispo wedding venue is popular for its versatility. The ranch can host an entire weekend of festivities including social events for the groomsmen and bridesmaids, a rehearsal dinner, the ceremony itself, and even a farewell brunch. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden 3450 Dairy Creek Rd; San Luis Obispo Located in El Chorro Regional Park, San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden was created with the goal of helping preserve a connection with nature. Nature lovers will find this site to be a spectacular place to tie the knot. The wedding packages at the botanical garden are very affordable. It can hold up to 96 people with a dinner setup or up to 200 with a cocktail style setup. There are many excellent settings for the ceremony itself and this locale makes for excellent wedding photos. Flying Caballos Ranch 1150 Farmhouse Lane; San Luis Obispo Located just a few minutes from downtown in the sprawling wine country hills, Flying Caballos Ranch is an exquisite San Luis Obispo wedding venue that is quite popular. Imagine dancing beneath twinkling lights strung from the large barn with a charming yet rustic dinner inside. A wedding at dusk followed by a reception with celebrations into the evening is a popular trend at this location, where you’ll be greeted with stunning vistas and panoramic views. Spreafico Farms 7900 Orcutt Rd; San Luis Obispo If you’re noticing a trend of ranches and weddings, there is good reason. The area sports some of the most impressive areas for tying the knot. Spreafico Farms is no exception. Here, your guests can watch you exchange vows on a beautiful hilltop while the barn and accompanying back patio can seat a total of 310 people, making this a good choice for larger weddings. All this is found on a working cattle and vegetable ranch that has been a centerpiece of the county for over a century. Café Roma 1020 Railroad Ave; San Luis Obispo The area’s first Italian restaurant that serves northern Italian cuisine with a French flair is an excellent choice for a small, intimate celebration. With event spaces that can seat up to 80 people depending upon seating arrangements, Café Roma provides a warm and welcoming setting for your guests. The Garden Patio is a personal favorite for its natural light and festive atmosphere. This is also an excellent location for a rehearsal dinner if you’re holding the actual wedding somewhere else in the area. Castle Noland 6445 Monte Rd; San Luis Obispo Who doesn’t dream about marrying the lover of their life in front of a massive castle? If the fairy tale story is at the heart of your wedding dream, look no further than Castle Noland, perhaps the most unique of all San Luis Obispo wedding venues. Most couples choose to use the front lawn as the location given the gorgeous castle backdrop. Weddings here also include a two-night stay for up to ten guests. The castle itself can host 200 people on the lawn or 50 indoors. Dallidet Adobe 1185 Pacific St; San Luis Obispo Dallidet Adobe and Gardens is a California Historical Landmark that truly cultivates the beauty of the area. Perfect for spring or summer weddings with beautiful flowers constantly in bloom, you will find yourself loving the aromatic fragrances that waft through the air. The adobe itself provides stunning architecture that makes for great photos. Couples choosing this location will have many options for ceremony locations, all with great backdrops. Edna Valley Vineyard 2585 Biddle Ranch Rd; San Luis Obispo Getting hitched at a vineyard is a distinctly Californian wedding trend due to the beauty and features of such locations. San Luis Obispo is not without its opportunities for participating. This wedding venue is located in the heart of Edna Valley wine country. The heart of the location is the Jack Niven Hospitality Center with 10,000 square feet of space in the center of over 1,000 acres of vineyards. Enjoy views of the vineyards or nearby volcanic peaks as your backdrop. A photo walking hand-in-hand through the vineyards is a favorite way to capture your love in this setting. Villa Loriana 500 W. Ormonde Rd; San Luis Obispo An Italian-inspired retreat that bills itself as “a place as special as the occasion you’re celebrating,” Villa Loriana is the perfect place for a regal wedding. Picture wood and white cloth chairs positioned around a carefully stoned path as the bride walks down the aisle to a backdrop of twinkling lights hanging from expansive oaks. This location can fit up to 400 guests and can accommodate 20 for overnight stays. The Cottage is the perfect location for a more intimate pre-event as you prepare for your big day. Tiber Canyon Ranch 280 W. Ormonde Rd; San Luis Obispo It wouldn’t be a proper article
13 Best Pismo Beach Wedding Venues
13 Best Pismo Beach Wedding Venues Ultimate Guide to the 13 Best Pismo Beach Wedding Venues If you are looking for ideas for Pismo Beach wedding venues you have come to the right place! This little gem stretching along the Pacific Ocean is ripe with opportunities to craft a stunning wedding with or without ocean views in the background. Let’s take a look at the diversity of Pismo Beach wedding venues with some of the top picks for your wedding day! Pismo Beach Wedding Venues with Ocean Views Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa Dolphin Bay invites you to escape the ordinary when you get married. The massive resort is perched atop a cliff side view of the ocean. Get pampered at the spa with your bridesmaids before the big day. Celebrate the occasion alongside a west coast sunset in the Pacific View tent or retreat indoors to the Lido Dining Room for a more formal occasion. With plenty of amenities, Dolphin Bay allows for an all-inclusive wedding service for couples wishing for help in taking the stress out of planning. Vespera on Ocean Ceremony Fee : $500 – $2500Reception Fee : $3000Food : $70 – $90 / personWedding Coordinator required Located on the ocean, this resort seeks to blend East Coast charm with West Coast style. With an event lawn that overlooks the beach, this Pismo Beach wedding venue caters primarily to micro-weddings and smaller ceremonies, providing brides and grooms with a customized and intimate experience. Reception packages include rehearsal space, service staff, cake cutting, full setup, and a three course dinner. Ventana GrillCeremony Fee : $500 – $2500Reception Fee : $3000Food : $70 – $90 / personWedding Coordinator required Ventana Grill is far more than just a popular local restaurant. Its perch atop stunning cliffs also makes it a popular setting for Pismo Beach weddings. Get married outdoors near a gazebo and retreat to a reception in the Pacific Room, which offers tons of natural light and expansive views of the coast. The staff at Ventana Grill will work with you to ensure that your wedding represents your unique style all the way down to the selection of cuisine offered. Flying Caballos Ranch Rental Fee : $12,000 – $18,000 for up to 250+ guestsDeposit : $2,000 The Gardens at Peacock Farms (Arroyo Grande) Rental Fee : $5000 – $5500 If your ideal wedding features a country setting with fragrant flowers abounding, this wedding venue near Pismo Beach will take your breath away. The Gardens at Peacock Farms are absolutely stunning, framed by walnut trees. Features include a cascading fountain, chandeliers, an antique truck, a vintage Shasta trailer, and buffet pedestals. Take wedding photos through the rows of grape vines at the vineyards nearby. Casitas of Arroyo Grande (Arroyo Grande) Casitas Estate is just minutes from downtown Pismo Beach and is well-known for its Spanish Revival architecture. With four luxury casitas for guests to stay overnight, the hillside setting also provides unparalleled views of the surrounding valley, making it an excellent choice for a romantic wedding. The wedding packages provide options for a wide range of price points including a one day event to a full weekend of events for your guests. Couples will exchange vows in a vineyard before hosting an outdoor reception on a lawn with chandeliers for lighting. Monarch Club at Trilogy (Nipoma) Just southeast of Pismo Beach, the Monarch Club stands ready to help you craft your perfect love story. You’ll find rolling hills and a eucalyptus forest framing a sophisticated setting. At the Monarch Club, you will find eight different venues to choose from. The Atrium is perfect for small weddings with an outdoor fireplace and twinkling lemon trees. The Tai Chi Garden is great for a medium-sized wedding nestled amongst pines. For larger events, the Sculpture Garden is the perfect place for your guests to socialize and dance the night away. EOS Estate Winery Rental Fee : $2500Deposit : $1000 Tiber Canyon Ranch Rental Fee : $6700Deposit : $500 Cypress Ridge Pavilion (Arroyo Grande) The Pavilion at Cypress Ridge Golf Club presents an excellent choice for large weddings but is happy to arrange for celebrations of virtually any size. While not specifically a Pismo Beach wedding venue, this location is in nearby Arroyo Grande. Follow a lakeside garden ceremony bordered by the namesake cypress trees with an elegant outdoor reception. There is even a waterfall that couples can use for photo opportunities. The staff here will bend over backwards to ensure that you are taken care of. The Cliffs Hotel & Spa Rental Fee : $8500Food Fee : $79 / person The Cliffs Hotel & Spa highlights their strong commitment to delivering a memorable and customized wedding with the slogan “Nothing overlooked … except the Pacific.” They are ready to create a customized wedding experience whether you prefer a lavish ceremony with all the accoutrements or a casual beach celebration. Keep your guests entertained between the ceremony and reception with a cocktail hour on the Waterfall Terrace while you take memorable photos on the beach. Many couples opt for an Oceanview Tent reception helping best leverage the stunning Pacific shoreline. Inn at the Pier If you prefer a more cozy setting but one that still provides many of the luxuries you would find at a larger resort, the Inn at the Pier may be your ideal Pismo Beach wedding venue. Up to 200 guests can watch you say “I do” at the Inn. They specialize in a romantic beachfront ceremony. Follow that up with a party of the rooftop which features a built-in bar and beautiful 360 degree views. Margo Dodd Park Rental Fee : $97 / hourInsurance : $85 If you would endeavor for an oceanfront wedding on a small budget, Margo Dodd Park provides a stunning location for a low cost. The cliff side perch provides beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean and Dinosaur Caves Park while the park’s gazebo provides a great backdrop for exchanging vows. If you have a penchant for décor and
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