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Five Hidden Gem Bay Area Winery Wedding Venues You Will LOVE

Are you a Bay Area bride dreaming of a winery wedding? You don’t have to go all the to wine country to find an amazing winery wedding venue. These five hidden gems are located right here in the San Francisco Bay Area. So, before you head up to Napa, you absolutely must check out these Bay Area wineries on your wedding venue search.

Regale Winery and Vineyards | Los Gatos, CA | website

Regale Winery and Vineyards is a Los Gatos wedding venue that is absolutely perfect for couples looking for an elegant celebration on a winery estate reminiscent of old Italy. The gorgeous grounds have so many stunning locations for photos! This South Bay wedding venue hosts a vineyard, an olive orchard, lush gardens, fountains, a pristine patio with breathtaking views of the Santa Cruz mountains, a rustic barn, grapevine trellises, a barrel room for dancing and groom prep, and a bridal suite with panoramic windows overlooking it all. Want to see more of this hidden gem Los Gatos wedding venue? Check out Jessica and Isaac’s Regale Winery Wedding.

Pichetti Winery | Cupertino, CA | website

Picchetti Winery is another South Bay Wedding Venue, nestled in the Santa Cruz mountains in Cupertino, CA. The winery is one of the oldest in California, dating back to the 1890s! This hidden gem Bay Area Winery is rich with history. The Picchetti Ranch hosts a rustic barn, a charming historic home, and a fabulous tasting room adorned with brick walls. Want to see more of this South Bay winery venue? Check out Caroline and Jordan’s Picchetti Winery Wedding.

Testarossa Winery | Los Gatos, CA | website

Testarossa Winery is another historic Bay Area winery wedding venue, over 100 years old. This Los Gatos wedding venue is located high in the Santa Cruz Mountains and boasts breathtaking views, a beautiful garden patio, majestic redwood trees, a charming bridal cottage, and a truly captivating wine cave. Want to see more of what it’s like to have your wedding at this hidden gem South Bay wedding venue? Check out Mary and Jerrod’s Testarossa Winery Wedding.

Elliston Vineyards | Sunol, CA | website

Elliston vineyards is a Bay Area winery wedding venue hidden in the hills of Livermore Wine Country. This East Bay wedding venue has the perfect combination of charm and elegance for your winery wedding. A stunning stone mansion serves as the backdrop of the venue. Next to the mansion, you will find a beautiful garden outdoor ceremony site with a gazebo and an indoor reception room with a patio nestled up in the hillside. On site vineyards and a waterfall offer stunning locations for wedding portraits. Want to see more of this Bay Area winery wedding venue? Check out Svetlana and Stephen’s Elliston Vineyards wedding.

Villa San Juliette Winery | San Miguel, CA | website

Ok, so this winery wedding venue isn’t exactly in the Bay Area, but is most definitely a hidden gem. Located only about a two and a half hour drive from the South Bay, this wedding venue is definitely worth considering. Villa San Juliette Winery is a breathtaking and spacious wedding venue located in Paso Robles wine country. This hidden gem winery wedding venue is reminiscent of Tuscany and features a beautiful outdoor patio with a large arbor and an expansive vineyard as the backdrop for your wedding ceremony.

Villa San Juliette Winery photos by Silver Creek Wedding Photography.

We hope that you found this Bay Area Winery Wedding Venue list helpful as you are searching for the perfect Bay Area wedding venue for your winery wedding. We hope you will check out these hidden gem spots. Happy Wedding Planning!!!


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