Beaulieu Garden
Wedding Venue: Beaulieu Garden with Sylvie Gil
Posted May 2, 2012 by Gloria Atherstone
Photography by: Sylvie Gil Photography We love Beaulieu Garden! Check out their slide show! About the venue Where is Beaulieu Garden? That is one question every bride, planner, DJ, florist, and officiant ask themselves when they make their first trip to this magical oasis in the heart of Napa Valley. Brides, do not fear, as anyone who has ever worked or attended an event at this incredible property will tell you, it is well worth the wait. The property is set back from the main road; you cross the railroad track and the stately gate grants you entrance. The 1/4 [...]

Style Guide: Beaulieu Garden Feeling Blue
Posted Dec 14, 2011 by Gloria Atherstone
Photography by: Dorothy Hatchel Photography Ask the Expert There are literally thousands of wedding designers and coordinators. An extraordinary wedding designer evaluates every possible detail. Everything has a purpose and a reason – nothing is left to chance. That is what makes an event distinctive, memorable, and one-of-a-kind. When you hang out with a wedding designer, you’ll find we ask the oddest questions. To a wedding designer, an event is not just two or three dimensional, but four. We have to consider every angle, every sense, and possible light (not to mention, every possible back-up and contingency plan). We consider your [...]

Wedding Venue: Beaulieu Garden Simply Gorgeous
Posted Nov 3, 2011 by Gloria Atherstone
Photography by: Melissa Mermin Love Stories Check out the photo gallery for gorgeous images from this and other celebrations held at Beaulieu Garden! About the venue Beaulieu Garden makes a statement with little effort and gives you plenty of the WOW-factor. Your wedding day will be unlike any other. The lush green lawn in the Sunken Garden is a wonderful way to begin your life together. The backdrop is breathtaking, yet there is a casual feel of romance. You wouldn’t call this venue over-manicured or fussy. The stairs and fountain create a natural stage, framing the bride and groom beautifully. [...]

Wedding Venue: Beaulieu Garden Summer In Bloom
Posted Sep 8, 2011 by Gloria Atherstone
Photography by: Angie Silvy Photography Check out the slide show! Ask the expert As you drive through the gates at Beaulieu Garden you are instantly aware that you have entered your own personal wedding nirvana – as you take the first stroll around the massive property you will begin to imagine all the magnificent events that will take place in this secret garden. Picture yourself having an elegant ceremony amid the classic columned garden and the opportunity to dine under the stars with a gorgeous vine covered canopy overhead filled with the soft glow of twinkling lights. Then, you and [...]

Wedding Venue: Beaulieu Garden Aisle Style
Posted Sep 1, 2011 by Gabrielle
Photography by: Zoom Photography Click here for some more gorgeous images! About the Venue Beaulieu Garden is the secret garden you dreamed about as a little girl. The idyllic grounds have all the beauty of a formal garden while maintaining a sense of serenity and nature. The lush manicured lawns, ornate stone walls, bubbling fountains, and dreamy arbor overflowing with vines give this Rutherford estate the perfect garden party atmosphere. Though the private estate offers many options for a romantic ceremony, the most popular spot is the sunken garden. Dramatic, romantic, and elegant, the sunken garden feels as though it [...]

Wedding Venue: Beaulieu Garden Inspired by Vintage
Posted Aug 22, 2011 by Gabrielle
Photography by: Jose Villa About the Venue This private, family-owned estate blends beauty, intimacy, and tradition in a stunning secluded and unforgettable setting. As you drive up the meandering half-mile drive underneath a canopy of Sycamore trees, you will be welcomed into these beautiful gardens sprinkled with old stone fountains, reflecting pools, and elegant statues. Exchange vows in the sunken garden with a stone pool of lilies and a cherub fountain before dining under an immense Sycamore arbor draped with crystal chandeliers. As the night falls, you and your guests can dance beneath the stars next to a sparkling pool [...]

Wedding Venue: Beaulieu Garden Design
Posted Sep 6, 2010 by I Do Venues
Photography By: Anna Kuperberg Summary Beaulieu Garden makes a statement with little effort and gives you plenty of the WOW-factor. Your wedding day will be unlike any other. The lush green lawn in the Sunken Garden is a wonderful way to begin your life together. The backdrop is breathtaking, yet there is a casual feel of romance. You wouldn’t call this venue over-manicured or fussy. The stairs and fountain create a natural stage, framing the bride and groom beautifully. If you are looking for stunning floral arrangements, you don’t even need to leave the property. Have your guests adjourn to [...]

Alicia’s I Do’s: White and Blue Elegance
Posted Jul 28, 2010 by Gloria Atherstone
Photography by: Dorothy Hatchel Photography Summary What is the next hot wedding color palette? Who knows?! However, it is a scientific fact that each season there does seem to be a theme and or color palette that dominate the magazines, books, and bridal shows for that year. If you have found your inspiration from design projects you have seen in magazines and print, it is important that you put your own unique touches into play - to customize the design and make it your own. Last season, one of the most dominant color combinations for my (Alicia Falango) clientele was [...]

Wedding Venue: Beaulieu Garden Sneak Preview
Posted Jul 27, 2010 by I Do Venues
Photography By: Alisha and Brook Photographers Summary In France, Beau Lieu would refer to a beautiful place and I must admit the proprietors of Beaulieu Vineyards (BV), home to the gorgeous Beaulieu Garden, are keeping true to their French heritage. Beaulieu Garden is the oldest continually operating winery in the Napa Valley. With over 100 years of history, this pristine property is an ideal location for a fairytale winery wedding. More to come!!!

Design Inspiration: Spring Blossoms
Posted Jun 25, 2010 by Gloria Atherstone
Photography By: Gertrude and Mabel Photography Summary Spring weddings are great! The flowers are bright and vibrant, the weather is perfect and the hills are lush and green. This creative spring wedding is brought to us by two extremely talented local artists: the amazing floral design of Nancy Liu Chin has been captured by the extremely talented Gertrude and Mabel Photography. Warm yellow hues reflective of a sunflower is a great central theme for a festive country themed design. How amazing is the Huppa? I love how the poles are heavily textured with the intertwined vines and vivid yellow flowers. [...]























