19 Charming Southern California Wedding Venues With A Backyard Vibe

Fab Features: upscale equestrian club on acres of pastures, paddocks, and barns • expansive lawns for tents and a warmly inviting great room • gorgeous show horses are playful “extras” in wedding photography

Fab Features: a slice of vintage-inspired Italy in the hills of Santa Barbara • warm, intimate patio with glowing market lights and plenty of flexibility for your décor • delectable authentic Italian dishes served with style

Fab Features: the historic Sanctuary of this former church boasts a dramatic hand-painted exposed beam ceiling, a 20-foot stained glass medallion and tasteful Mission-inspired details • outdoor gatherings unfold in a garden courtyard ringed with lavender, pepper trees and mountain views • 88below, a private lounge that's perfect for after-parties or chic get-togethers, has framed mirrors, modern pendant lamps and a cool vibe

Fab Features: an enchanting Queen Anne-style historic mansion • dine under the stars in the tiled garden Courtyard • open-air celebrations on the lovely hedged lawn with a splashing fountain and panoramic mountain views

Fab Features: a white, wood-frame Colonial surrounded by picturesque grounds • ceremonies in the charming brick courtyard bordered by trees • al fresco celebrations on the front lawn beneath twinkling lights and Japanese lanterns

Fab Features: Mediterranean Italianate-style mansion • intimate celebrations in the private rose garden or open-air patio • the interior impresses with a coffered ceiling inset with decoratively painted panels, and paintings on loan from the historic California Art Club

Fab Features: hidden gem on nearly an acre in Rancho Cucamonga • ceremonies beneath a charming white pergola in the gardens, with guests under the shade of a beautifully draped tent • decorate with your own style and florals, or let the lush landscaping serve as your stunning natural backdrop

Fab Features: historic, landmark 3-story Victorian mansion and grounds • ceremonies in an English garden and dining beneath magnolia and guava trees • six distinctive guest rooms, including a luxurious bridal suite with a fireplace and private garden courtyard with a hot tub

Fab Features: 3 private dining rooms each offer their own unique art and ambiance • al fresco receptions on the patio beneath strings of market lights • a buyout is available for indoor/outdoor progressive parties of 300 or more people

Fab Features: state historic landmark boasting original adobe architecture and luxuriant gardens • lovely ceremonies beneath a rustic wooden arbor and receptions in a garden courtyard surrounded by lush greenery • picturesque bricked paths wind through the gardens and the front patio

Fab Features: woodsy retreat highlighted by a whimsical 1928 log mansion • romantic al fresco events in the garden, which is bounded by lush forest and glowing twinkle lights • cozy, welcoming accommodations in seven uniquely adorned guest rooms

Fab Features: this majestic redwood setting was once the home of an early 20th-century logging camp • exchange vows among the soaring trees, before a sparkling rock waterfall, or beneath a natural wood arch in the wildflower gardens • intimate receptions under glowing bistro lights with the historic cabins as your romantic backdrop

Fab Features: incredible 1845 ranch with remarkable Old West history • the exquisite historic farmhouse-turned-tasting room serves as a unique backdrop for romantic al fresco celebrations • 23,000-acre estate is surrounded by lush vineyards, citrus orchards, avocado groves, and velvety green lawns

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$

Fab Features: dreamy indoor/outdoor gated hideaway filled with lush gardens, waterfalls, mature trees, and water features • al fresco ceremonies under the expansive Pavilion Lawn or in the lovely Conservatory garden atrium • flexible open vendor policy and generous 12-hour rental time

Fab Features: lovely park on 100 acres of rolling, chaparral-covered hills, just a short distance from the Pacific • lovely ceremonies beneath the white Victorian Gazebo in a secluded corner of the park • then, host your reception in the spacious dance pavilion or beneath the shady arms of the trees on a generous grassy lawn with views of the pond

Fab Features: secluded golf club with views of the San Jacinto Mountains • exchange vows beneath an ancient oak • cocktails and games on the manicured lawn followed by open-air dining beneath the wedding canopy

Fab Features: sprawling ranch with plenty of dreamy spaces, including two sweet casitas for wedding party prep • say "I do" in the romantic Olive Grove, followed by on the Terrace (the venue's vintage horse trailer bar is a fun addition to the festivities) • dine and dance under the stars on the twinkle-lit patio, framed by soaring oaks, lavender plants, and manicured landscaping

Fab Features: ceremonies beneath a giant oak or in the sprawling field with mountain vistas • open-air celebrations in the meadow with panoramic mountain views • event enhancements include photo ops with animals and a petting zoo

Fab Features: unspoiled 5,600-acre parkland landscape • exchange vows overlooking a sycamore-lined canyon • stunning receptions on the expansive lawn surrounded by majestic oaks and panoramic vistas

Venue: Summit House