Sonoma Wedding Venues: CornerStone Gardens on I do Venues
Photography By: Tinywater Photography
Summary
CornerStone Gardens is perfectly located at the edge of California's wine country. This amazing haven is where nature becomes art, making it the perfect "gateway" for your family and friends to discover the beauty and diversity of the Napa and Sonoma wine regions. CornerStone Gardens are in a constant state of evolution and guests rarely feel as if they have attended a wedding as much as they feel they have taken part in your celebration.
Ceremony
The enchanting imagery of a wedding ceremony on the Vineyard Lawn will be indelibly imprinted on the memory of your guests. The tranquil reflecting pond and acres of Pinot Noir grapes that surround the lawn set a tone of peace and serenity that will envelope your guests. The lush green lawn can easily accommodate over 200 guests and is perfectly complimented by white wood chairs. If you are hosting a vintage affair, consider using the scroll iron garden chairs. The lawn can easily accommodate over 200 guests.
Reception
CornerStone has a wide variety of spaces for your guests to explore, which allows you many unique ways to set the stage. This expansive wedding venue allows you to tell your story exactly the way you had imagined it.
Once he has "kissed the bride," have your guests join you both for a celebratory toast in the Garden Barn. This avant-garde locale makes a perfect lounge for your appetizers and cocktail reception. A sampling of local artisan cheese paired with sustainable local fruit is a great way to introduce your guests to all the wonderful pairings the wine country has to offer. A signature cocktail or a splash of sangria, or even a glass of local bubbly, will entertain your guests until it's time for dinner.
As the sun sets over the valley and it is time to invite your guests to dinner, the wedding garden awaits. The circular tent with dark wood poles is the focal point of your reception. The tent is far from commonplace and brings an amazing ethereal glow to the garden. Adorned with cafe lights, the tent quickly goes from dinner to party easily.
The Bottom Line
Looking for an eclectic yet natural venue for your wedding - CornerStone Gardens is perfect. With an assortment of places to hold the various parts of your wedding, you can keep it new and fun for your guests all night. The above wedding is perfect for CornerStone: a natural color palette, wooden containers, and natural arrangement all work beautifully here. The barn makes the perfect backdrop for a long dramatic table. The garden art installations throughout the venue really add to any event as both decor and FANTASTIC portrait backgrounds. Your wedding celebration at CornerStone Gardens will range between $7,500 and $9,500 for a Saturday during prime wedding season (May through October) - off season rates are also available.