Elliston Vineyards

East Bay
Tri-Valley and Livermore Wine Country
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Sunol Wedding Location
463 Kilkare Road
Sunol, CA 94586
Contact: Event Planner
Phone: 925/862-2377
www.elliston.com
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Why We Like This Place

When gold rush pioneer Henry Ellis carved out an estate for himself in 1890, he picked a prime setting: a sheltered canyon tucked between two tree-covered ridges. Here he set up house in a three-story mansion constructed of thick sandstone from nearby Niles Canyon, and went about enjoying life in the country. Today his lovely homestead, now surrounded by vineyards, has become a prime setting for hosting weddings, receptions and private parties.

Garden-style ceremonies are held outdoors alongside the historic mansion, in a garden brimming with native flora and including an expansive lawn and arbor. Stage your photos here, and you’ll have some striking options for a backdrop—the century-old stone house, vibrant displays of azaleas and camellias and sprawling vineyards. But if you’d like to search for more photographic possibilities, go right ahead—there are plenty of photo opportunities at Elliston.

A short walkway takes you from the garden to the newly remodeled Terrace Room, a secluded 2,000-square-foot banquet room set into the hillside. Its vaulted ceiling and glass walls add to the feeling of spaciousness, while the surrounding deck gives guests a chance to dine al fresco at umbrella-shaded tables. A Victorian gazebo next to the deck is large enough for a bridal table or a quartet of musicians to serenade partygoers. The entire site is sheltered by oak, eucalyptus and olive trees, creating an ideal venue for you and your guests to celebrate.

Whether you’re a bride planning your wedding or a wine aficionado, Elliston Vineyards is a destination worth seeking. Centrally located, with access from several East Bay freeways, you’re close to civilization but you’d never know it—the quiet country atmosphere will give you the delicious feeling of being a million miles away.

Capacity

Ceremony

Reception/Special Events

Meetings

Max. Seated Indoors: 125
Max. Seated Outdoors: 225

Max. Seated Indoors: 125
Max. Seated Outdoors: 100
Max. Standing Indoors: 175
Max. Standing Outdoors: 200

Max. Seated: 150

CEREMONY CAPACITY: Outdoors, the South Lawn holds 225 seated; indoors the Terrace Room can accommodate 125 seated guests.

EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: The Terrace Room and adjoining deck seat 225 guests, with 125 guests seated indoors and 100 guests seated outdoors.

MEETING CAPACITY: The facility accommodates up to 150 seated guests.

Fees & Deposits

A nonrefundable $1,000 deposit is required when reservations are confirmed. 50% of the estimated event total is due 6 months prior to your function, with additional 25% payment due 2 months prior to the event. The remaining balance, with a confirmed guest count, is due 2 weeks prior to the event. Event minimums may apply. Minimiums include meals, beverages, facility fees, service charge and tax. The actual cost will depend on the menu selected and guest count. Three-course luncheon and dinner menus, including hors d’oeuvres, start at $36/person; buffets start at $49/person.

For meetings and conferences, a nonrefundable $500 deposit is required when reservations are confirmed. Room fees run $1,000/day. Continental breakfast, full lunch and afternoon snack run $44/person.

Availability

Year-round, daily. Monday–Saturday until 9:30pm or Sunday until 6pm.

Catering

Provided
BYO

Alcohol

Provided

Sites Uses

Ceremonies
Wedding Receptions
Special Events, Parties
Business Functions/Meetings

Services/Amenities

Catering: provided, or BYO approved caterer
Kitchen Facilities: n/a
Tables & Chairs: provided
Linens, Silver, etc.: provided
Restrooms: wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: yes
Bride's Dressing Area: yes
Meeting Equipment: AV, overhead projector, screen, flip charts, podium, DVD/VCR and monitor, extra charge
Parking: large lot, parking attendants
Accommodations: no guestrooms
Telephone: office phone
Outdoor Night Lighting: yes
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: no
Cleanup: provided
View: vineyards and hills
Other: event planning and coordination

Amplified Music

Indoors

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair Accessible

Site Views

Fountain/Water Feature
Garden
Hills
Landscaped Grounds
Vineyards

Site Type

Winery
Historic/Landmark Building
Restaurant
Mansion
Private Estate
Garden
Banquet/Events Facility

Restrictions

Alcohol: WCB provided, no BYO
Smoking: outside only
Music: amplified OK inside only
Wheelchair Access: yes
Insurance: not required
Other: no rice, birdseed or confetti

Contact: Event Planner
925/862-2377
www.elliston.com
Email or request a proposal for your event from Elliston Vineyards

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