12 of the Best San Francisco Peninsula Wedding Venues

Fab Features: resort-like setting nestled on 16 acres in the heart of Silicon Valley • intimate celebrations on the Portico, a versatile outdoor "living room" with a rose garden surround • cocktail receptions on the terrace with garden and mountain views

Fab Features: grand estate set on 40 acres of oak woodlands • the manicured grounds a boast manor house, pool, rose garden, tennis courts, greenhouses, and a large carriage house • the sizable Great Hall, a copy of the Arlington Tudor Hall in Essex, England, was built for glamourous gatherings

Fab Features: an awe-inspiring sanctuary surrounded by nature • exchange vows in front of a wall of windows that overlook a grove of majestic redwood trees • the church comes with the services of a coordinator, organist, wedding hostess, and hostess assistant

Fab Features: historic house nestled within a 750-acre wildlife and recreation area • three distinct lawns with adjoining brick patios, an idyllic restored windmill, and a charming lakeside area • stunning interior details include ornate brass chandeliers, Victorian plaster rosettes, and antique furniture

Fab Features: intimate, natural garden setting nestled on the edge of the Pacific Ocean • ceremonies in the enchanting half-acre lot on the edge of Miramar Beach • gorgeous photo ops among the lush landscaping, a lovely meadow, and the ocean that's just a few steps away

Fab Features: say "I do" on a grassy meadow bordered by a grove of oaks and redwoods • celebrate on the two-level deck beneath strings of market lights • the inviting interior boasts a stone fireplace, doric columns, and large picture windows

Fab Features: expansive site dotted with charming Old Western buildings and authentic artifacts • romantic ceremonies in a picturesque country chapel or lush meadow • original barn restored as a vintage saloon highlighted by a carefully carved wooden bar

Fab Features: ceremonies staged against a dramatic forest and lake backdrop • the swanky reception pavilion exudes contemporary elegance • customizable, all-inclusive wedding packages

Fab Features: ridgetop winery with stunning panoramic vistas • ceremonies on the expansive, beautifully landscaped lawn • the Pavilion boasts a peaked, cedar roof and a partially glass-enclosed terrace with 270-degree views of vineyards and the bay

Fab Features: a 1910 courthouse designed with tile floors, Corinthian columns, and tall, stately doors • exchange vows under the one-of-a-kind dome, a towering concoction of skylit glass panes colored brilliant red, green, amber, and opaque white • gorgeous photo ops among the unique architecture, and fabulous exhibits

Fab Features: chic waterfront restaurant in Pacifica serving classic seafood with a modern twist • ceremonies on the attached patio while waves crash below • the indoor event spaces boast floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay

Fab Features: architecturally intriguing first-class hotel • exchange vows in the soaring Atrium surrounded by lush foliage followed by receptions in the Grand Peninsula Ballroom • choose from an array of packages, and their event planning team is happy to custom-tailor a menu for your event, as well as accommodate cultural or ethnic needs

Venue: Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay