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Los Willows Garden Estate and Vineyard

Why We Like This Place

Who wouldn’t love to have a luxurious private estate all to themselves for their wedding? Most of us can’t afford such a pricey indulgence, so it’s lucky that there’s Los Willows Garden Estate and Vineyard, a 35-acre venue in the hills of San Diego. Los Willows offers the lush splendor of a tropical oasis, along with upscale amenities like a full-service salon, gourmet cuisine, deluxe accommodations, and superb service—all for a surprisingly reasonable price tag. What’s more, Los Willows’ experienced coordinators oversee each detail of your dream wedding. And with only one event at a time, yours will get all the attention—and privacy—it deserves.

You’ll wed at the romantic lakeside garden gazebo, where the bride has a choice of ceremony entrances: a traditional one down the garden aisle, or a show-stopping arrival via Los Willows’ signature bridal boat ride. For brides who select this option, here’s how the scene unfolds: guests wait expectantly alongside a serene spring-fed lake. Then, a bell atop the wedding gazebo peals and all eyes turn as the boat glides toward the crowd carrying precious cargo: you, the bride. Attendants help you disembark, and you walk down a bricked aisle…. After that “first kiss,” you and your new husband reboard for a celebratory champagne cruise.

Meanwhile, friends and family gather for the cocktail hour in another scenic outdoor area with a built-in illuminated bar and a cozy stone hearth, as the sky makes its enchanting transition from sunset to starry night and twinkling white lights sparkle throughout the grounds. Receptions are equally captivating, staged inside a beautiful climate-controlled tent pavilion. An elegantly draped ceiling boasts a breathtaking six-foot Swarovski crystal chandelier, casting its soft glow on the polished oak dance floor. Guests dine on gourmet cuisine, courtesy of the in-house caterer. Whether you opt for a sit-down or a buffet dinner, the chef is happy to customize your menu, including ethnic specialties. After the bouquet toss, everyone says their farewells as you and your groom are whisked away in a vintage Rolls Royce…but chances are you won’t be going very far.

That’s because most couples spend their wedding night at Los Willows’ exclusive hilltop Bed & Breakfast. Reserved just for the newlyweds and their wedding party, the B&B offers a stunning vantage from which to survey the secluded, peaceful estate grounds below. Other pastimes include sipping Los Willows’ private label wine by the pool or strolling among the grapevines of the adjoining vineyard. The B&B’s guestrooms each feature Tuscan-inspired décor with trompe l’oeil art on the walls, a plush king-size bed with down comforter, and whirlpool tub. A B&B manager is on hand to ensure that you’re properly pampered, even serving you a homemade breakfast on your private patio near a 60-foot cascading waterfall.

Clearly, the staff at this estate has gone to great lengths to design an exceptional, all-inclusive wedding venue that will make you feel like a treasured member of the Los Willows family.

Capacity

Ceremony	Reception/Special Events	Meetings
Max. Seated Indoors: 250 Max. Seated Outdoors: 250	Max. Seated Indoors: 250 Max. Seated Outdoors: 250 Max. Standing Indoors: 250 Max. Standing Outdoors: 250	Max. Seated: 40
CEREMONY CAPACITY: The Lakeside Wedding Gazebo and lawn area hold 250 seated guests. EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: The air-cooled or heated Pavilion can seat 250 guests. MEETING CAPACITY: The Main Meeting Room can accommodate 40 seated guests; there are 4 other breakout rooms that seat 10–12 people each.

Fees & Deposits

For weddings, a $1,500 nonrefundable deposit is required to secure your date. 75% of the contracted estimated total (spread over 3 payments of 25% each) is due prior to the wedding date, and the balance and final guest count are due 18 days prior. Wedding packages start at $95/person. The price includes: 5 hours for the ceremony/reception plus 1½ hours prior for dressing and photography; full use of the on-site, state-of-the-art salon for bridal party hair & makeup (certain restrictions apply); a wedding planner and wedding coordinator; complimentary guest parking; all setup and cleanup; wedding boat grand entrance and champagne cruise on the lake; buffet dinner (‘served meal’ upgrade option available); wine service during dinner; champagne toast; custom wedding cake; vintage Rolls Royce departure to B&B, and much more. Alcohol packages are available. Tax and a 20% service charge are extra. Additional hours run $750/hour.

Availability

Year-round, daily except major holidays, until 10pm.

Catering Provided Alcohol Provided Location Uses Ceremonies Wedding Receptions Special Events, Parties Business Functions/Meetings On-Site Accommodations Services/Amenities Catering: provided, no BYO Kitchen Facilities: n/a Tables & Chairs: provided Linens, Silver, etc.: provided Restrooms: wheelchair accessible Dance Floor: provided Bride’s & Groom’s Dressing Area: yes Meeting Equipment: full range CBA Parking: ample on site Accommodations: 5 guestrooms Telephone: yes Outdoor Night Lighting: yes Outdoor Cooking Facilities: CBA Cleanup: provided View: spring-fed lake, gardens, canyon and hills Other: spa and salon

Amplified Music Indoors Outdoors w/ Restrictions Wheelchair Access Wheelchair Accessible Site Views Canyon Creek/River Forest/Wooded Area Fountain/Water Feature Garden Hills Lake Landscaped Grounds Vineyards Venue Type Banquet Hall/Events Facility Bed and Breakfast Conference Center Garden Private Estate Retreat Restrictions Alcohol: provided Smoking: designated areas only Music: amplified OK with volume limits Wheelchair Access: yes Insurance: not required Other: no rice, birdseed, confetti or sparklers

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