Soft, Light & Timeless Wedding Style - Top 10 Best Bay Area Wedding Venues
When looking for your wedding venue, you have to consider these 3 main things:
Cost
Availability
Style
So, cost and availability are somewhat straight-forward concepts and can be checked off your list after some research and a phone call. But style goes deep. If you haven’t taken our style matching quiz yet, take it here. Our unique Stylegram is also a great introduction to the twelve styles and to understand how they relate to one another.
If you have taken the quiz, and your results showed you have a Soft, Light and Timeless wedding style, then you’re in the right place to start your search for the perfect wedding venue.
There is a way to have a stylistically concise wedding, and it really should start with your venue. Your venue selection determines the style of your wedding, so when looking at venues, imagine your venue photographed in the photography style you like.
It can be difficult to determine any of those aspects in a wedding venue from online resources – but that’s why we’re here; to help you navigate finding the perfect wedding venue.
If your quiz resulted in Soft, Light and Timeless style (or either of its influences: Timeless with Traditional Influence or Timeless with Modern Influence), then we think you’ll like these 10 Bay Area wedding venues that truly manifest timelessness and look their best when photographed by complementing photographers with a light and airy edit style.
For daily style inspiration on the Soft, Light and Timeless wedding style, follow the style on Instagram —> @timelesshollow
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CITY HALL - San Francisco, California
Photography by: Helena & Laurent
City Hall can host the most diverse types of weddings, from a one-hour intimate wedding to a 300+ person evening wedding. This city landmark was built in the 19th century which will create a timeless setting for you and your guests.
2.
RITZ CARLTON - Half Moon Bay, California
Photography by: Blue Note Weddings
The Ritz Carlton is a Nob Hill modern landmark located in San Francisco. There are 4 different inside and outside spaces to host your wedding. Another huge plus is that the Ritz gives you special rates for family and friends as well as 2 upgraded suites.
3.
THE LYFORD HOUSE - Tiburon, California
Photography By: Gavin Farrington
Lyford House is a beautiful National Historic Landmark that is immersed in nature. The Lyford venue not only has a rustic, vintage charm but it also has beautiful oceanfront views with a dock that gives you views of the ocean and San Francisco.
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FERRY BUILDING - San Francisco, California
Photography by: Melanie Duerkopp
The Ferry Building is an oceanfront property overlooking the bay in San Francisco. The Grand Hall contains a high ceiling and skylights casting light throughout the 6,500 square feet of historic mosaic tile.
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GAMBLE GARDEN - Palo Alto, California
Photography by: J & K Photography
Gamble Gardens is home to a lush garden and timeless historic home in the heart of Old Los Gatos. If you are looking for a small intimate location for your wedding, then this is the place for you. This Garden can hold up to 50 people for your celebration.
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CINNABAR HILLS GOLF CLUB - San Jose, California
Photography by: Cassie Valente
Cinnabar Hills is located amongst a beautiful golf course in San Jose. Cinnabar has amazing scenic views making a great opportunity for wedding photos with rolling hills. This venue offers different areas to provide inside and outside opportunities to make your wedding dreams come true.
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THOMAS FOGARTY WINERY - Woodside, California
Photography: OneLove Photography
Thomas Fogarty Winery is tucked away in the Santa Cruz mountains with beautiful views of San Francisco. This three level winery has so many panoramic views with all the open space and floor to ceiling windows. Not only is the venue fabulous but so is their award winning wines.
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VILLA MONTALVO - Saratoga, California
Photography by: Jesse Leake
The Montalvo Arts Center has been a popular wedding venue for several generations that all your guests will enjoy. This venue is a great venue for couples who have a great appreciation for arts and nature surrounded by trees and water features.
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ELLISTON VINEYARDS - Sunol, California
Photography by: Jasmine Lee Photography
Elliston Vineyards is located in the hills of Sunol. The historic stone mansion is the center point of this beautiful hidden gem. Elliston provides several intimate areas for ceremony, cocktail and reception areas for your guests. This venue is perfect for an intimate wedding.
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WILLOW HEIGHTS MANSION - Morgan Hill, California
Photography by: JBJ Pictures
Willow Heights Mansion is located in Morgan Hills overlooking the rolling hills in the bay area. An amazing plus at this venue is that they host one event each day giving you and your guests privacy as well as on-site lodging.
