It’s that time of year again! California Wedding Day has announced its Best of 2024 and Greengate Ranch & Vineyard is excited to be a finalist in all three applicable categories: Best Indoor Venue, Best Outdoor Venue, and Best Overall Wedding Professional.

Being nominated in three categories is an incredible honor and one that we don't take lightly. We're immensely grateful to California Wedding Day for recognizing our efforts, and even more grateful to our industry colleagues who have supported us every step of the way. To be counted among the best of the best is a humbling experience, and we're filled with gratitude for everyone who has contributed to our journey.

As we eagerly await the results, we want to take a moment to thank each and every one of you who has chosen Greengate Ranch & Vineyard for your special day. It is our couples love stories that inspire us, drive us, and remind us why we do what we do.

All winners will be announced May 21st at the Best of 2024 Awards Gala hosted by The Majestic Downtown. Results can be found on California Wedding Day immediately following the event on. Thank you again to all of our amazing couples, vendors, and supporters for the nomination!

The Knot recently featured the remarkable wedding weekend of Kayla and Cody. This red, white, and star-themed rehearsal dinner left guests awestruck and excited to witness the couple's happily ever after. Set in the modern Stables of Greengate Ranch & Vineyard, the rehearsal dinner, catered by Field to Table Catering & Events, embraced a romantic and celestial theme.

The carefully curated decor from Bella Vista Designs featured a color palette of red and white, accentuated by the twinkling glow of fairy lights and shimmering star motifs. Epic Entertainment serenaded the gathering, setting the stage for joyous celebrations. Guests also had the opportunity to indulge in stargazing, where telescopes were set up to provide glimpses of the night sky.

From the moment guests received the invitations by Prim & Pixie, they were introduced to the couple's vision. The boxed suite, decorated with pink suede and gold accents, set the tone for the celebration's modern yet romantic theme, which was echoed throughout the event's signage by Lovely Fest.

As the wedding day unfolded, the couple transformed their rustic barn venue into a vision of understated elegance. The ceremony, draped in all-white fabric and illuminated by chandeliers adorned with flowers and vines, exuded an air of timeless beauty. The bride, Kayla, fondly recalls the ethereal atmosphere, "From the outside, it looked very rustic…but inside was gorgeous."

Kayla and Cody’s wedding design was incorporated into every minute detail, including their beautiful seating chart and wood bar. The dusty pink, gold, and wood accents stood out behind the background of Greengate’s natural lush setting.

Beyond the aesthetics, Kayla and Cody infused their heritage and family traditions into the celebration. A teepee photo booth, adorned with their names on a neon sign, paid homage to Kayla's Native American heritage, adding a personalized touch to the festivities. Additionally, the couple honored their grandparents, who had passed away, by reserving three chairs in the front row—a touching gesture that ensured their presence was felt throughout the day.

Family played a central role throughout the day, with Cody's older son, Korbin, proudly walking down the aisle as a groomsman, standing tall beside his father. Meanwhile, their youngest, Beaux, stole hearts as he bravely carried out his duties as the ring bearer.

In every moment, Kayla and Cody's wedding radiated warmth and authenticity, a testament to the love that binds families together and the beauty of honoring one's heritage. As they embark on this new chapter of their lives, they carry with them the rich tapestry of their past, weaving it into the fabric of their future.

PLANNER  | CATERING Field to Table Catering & Events; Sidecar Cocktail Co | BAR Tinker Tin Trailer Co. | FLORIST Idlewild Floral | RENTALS All About Events; Avenue Twelve; Theoni Collection | PHOTOGRAPHER Kelsea Holder Photography | VIDEOGRAPHER Chromatic Collective| LIGHTING & INSTALL Bella Vista Designs, Inc; La Tavola | ENTERTAINMENT Epic Entertainment | DESSERT SLO Mama Sweets; Lele Patisserie | PAPER & INVITE Prim & Pixie | SIGNAGE Lovely Fest

We patiently waited for this gallery for quite some time - this Martha Stewart Weddings feature gives an inside look to Katie and Connor’s gorgeous late summer wedding! Click on the link above for the full article.

Katie’s dream was to get married in her hometown of San Luis Obispo, always knowing Greengate Ranch & Vineyard was the venue she wanted. With their venue chosen, their talented planner, Vanessa Noel Events, used Katie and Connor’s vision to create a modern, coastal and fun celebration - perfect for the Central Coast destination.

Their ceremony at the Pond was outfitted with a beautiful organic floral arch by Noonan’s Designs. The celebration then moved to the front of the Ranch House for a cocktail hour full of refreshing drinks and delicious appetizers by Field to Table Catering.

It was a perfect summer night as cocktail hour turned into a coastal reception in the Stables with a soft palette of greens, blues and neutrals. At sunset, Katie and Connor slipped away into the vineyards of the Greengate property for photos with Kelsea Holder, giving them an intimate time to appreciate the excitement of the day.

Guests dined and danced the night away in the Stables under Bella Vista Design’s perfectly coastal-modern light installation. The bride and groom personally curated playlists DJ’d by Party Proper that kept the crowd entertained all night before they exited through a sea of cold spark cannons. This was a dream vendor team for a dream couple and we loved every minute of celebrating Katie and Connor!

Wedding Planning and Event Design: Vanessa Noel Events | Photography: Kelsey Holder | Videography: Andrew James Abajian | Flowers: Noonan's Designs | Catering: Field to Table Events | Rentals: Theoni; Found; All About Events; BBJ La Tavola | Lighting: Bella Vista Designs | Music: Party Proper | Invitations and Paper Products: Emily Baird | Bride's Gown: Made With Love | Bride's Veil: Toni Federici | Bride's Jewelry: Monica Vinader | Bride's Shoes: Chaos & Harmony | Bride's Hair and Makeup: Blushing Beauty | Menswear: Calvin Klein; DAZI | Groom's Shoes: Amberjack : Engagement Ring and Wedding Bands: Jahan Diamond Imports