Surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and the wooded hills of Sonoma Valley, Beltane Ranch is a picturesque venue for any wine country wedding. Manicured lawn and gardens face spectacular sunsets and overlook the heart of the Sonoma Valley. The spreading oak canopy creates ideal filtered sunlight for afternoon events. The dance floor, rustic bandstand and outdoor lighting create a romantic setting for evening dining and dancing. The grounds can accommodate seating for up to 150 wedding guests. Events include all guest accommodations for Friday and Saturday night and exclusive use of guest facilities.

Auberge Du Soleil provides Napa Valley’s most panoramic-view destination for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Terraced on a hillside overlooking the valley vineyards, let Auberge du Soleil set the mood for your wedding celebration. A private staircase leads you onto your own private dining level, exclusively reserved for your event. One end of the Terrace offers guests a sheltered site where they can enjoy hors d’oeuvres, watch a sunset or take part in an intimate wedding ceremony. The ceremony deck is a unique location to exchange vows amidst the vineyards, hillsides and mountains of California’s Napa Valley.

Park Winters is located just 10 minutes outside the town of Winters. With views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, farmland for miles, it truly is a gorgeous setting! The Inn offers both indoor and outdoor ceremony options, rooms for guests to stay as well as an amazing salt water pool, orchards and a rustic barn. If you are looking for a weekend retreat where family and friends can celebrate together, this is your place. The owners, Rafael & John are great to work with and will help personalize your event in every way.

Nestled at the top of Sonoma Valley, just outside Glen Ellen, Vineyard Ranch is a beautiful backdrop for a country wedding. Surrounded by the Sonoma Mountains, vineyards and massive oaks, this venue has a number of different ceremony and reception options within the grounds. The barn is exceptional, the vineyards are vibrant and the seclusion is unreal. {Photos: Tia & Claire, Anna Kuperberg, Gertrude Mabel, Rebecca Gosselin, Sasha Gulish, Shelly Kroeger, and Sylvie Gil}

April’s Glenn is set amongst beautiful vineyard grounds in the wine country. The wedding area is in the vineyard surrounded by garden roses and oak trees. The location accommodates 35-50 persons seated and has a spacious area for your wedding reception. The bride can prepare in a private guesthouse on the property. The 4 acre property is secluded and nestled in the middle of 660 acres of private property in the Sonoma. This warm and friendly atmosphere comes from 100 plus year old oak trees, and 40 plus rose bushes. The secluded property looks out over the rolling hills of Sonoma Mountain in Glen Ellen.

Twenty minutes outside the historic town of St. Helena, Durham Ranch is marked by ancient oaks and rock-hewn streams. The former cattle ranch is now surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and miles of white fencing. The 4000 square foot barn serves as the centerpiece of the ranch and acts as a social hub - housing everything from casual dinners to large scale receptions. website: www.paulaleduc.com {photos: Ken Fulk, Sylvie Gil, Russell Photography}

Old World meets new at this Napa Valley Estate, which expertly blends beauty, intimacy and tradition in a stunning, secluded and unforgettable setting. The beautiful grounds, planted in 1899, are perfectly suited for a romantic celebration, an exquisite dinner or an elegant reception. website: www.beaulieugarden.com {photos: BLR, Angie Silvy, Got Light, Orange Photography, Lisa Lefkowitz, Mabel Photography}

Perfect venue for private wine tastings, picnics and intimate gatherings, Scribe Winery is situated 3 miles from downtown Sonoma. For more information, visit their website: www.scribewinery.com. {Photos: Ellie Grover}

With spectacular views of Sonoma Valley, the Tuscan courtyard setting, the rolling hills and vineyards or the utterly romantic cellar, Viansa Winery & Marketplace offers an array of beautiful venues that can accommodate 2 to 125 guests. {Photos: Megan Clouse, Catherine Hall, Jose Villa, Ken Viale, Jennifer Skog, Jennifer Baciocco}