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Kunde Family Estate

9825 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood, CA95452

Contact: Naomi Doherty
Telephone: (707) 833-5501 ext. 331
Email: naomi@kundi.com

Website: www.kunde.com

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Ideal Guest Count

  • 150 is ideal when taking shuttles and restrooms into consideration, but there is no shortage of space – you can go upwards to 250
  • They have 3 new locations for smaller intimate events; The Hill House, Mountain Top Terrace, and the Olive Grove!

Recommended Event Flow

  • I love when couples can incorporate both the Ruins and Boothill
  • Start the day with a ceremony at the Ruins – talk about romantic!
  • Then after a short shuttle ride they will have cocktails, dinner, and dancing under the stars on Boothill

Entertainment and Photography

  • The acoustics in the ruins are meant for live musicians – simply beautiful
  • A band also has quite the impact on Boothill!
  • With a backdrop of mountain vistas and vineyards straight out of an oil-painting, you are sure to create unforgettable memories and photographs
  • Make sure to schedule time around sunset for photos, they are breathtaking!

The Bottom Line

  • Boothill: $7,000 under 100 people, $8,000 for 100-200 people, and $9,000 for 200-250 people
  • Ruins: $1o,000
  • Rehearsal Dinner: $3,000-$,5000
  • New Locations:
  • Hill House – $3,500 – $5,000
  • Mountain Top Terrace – $2,000 – 4,000
  • Olive Grove – $2,000 – 4,000

Color Palettes, Themes, and Design

  • When it comes to choosing your color palette, the choices are endless. Both cool and warm palettes work equally well. Just make sure to balance your design with the natural elements
  • Lighting can have a huge impact on the hill – why not use chandeliers? Such a wow statement for an outdoor setting!
  • Consider bringing in lounge furniture; make the outdoors as comfortable as a ballroom

Catering and Facilities

  • It is ideal to work with a preferred caterer as they know the ins and outs of working on the property
  • Talk to your caterer about utilizing the outdoor kitchen area – talk about an open air kitchen!
  • Make sure to address your caterer’s electrical needs
  • You only need extra bathrooms if utilizing the Ruins for more than the ceremony or if your guest count on Boothill is over 150 people
  • The existing lighting is great on the hill but it is ideal to bring in a vendor to incorporate your design vision into the lighting
  • Shuttles are a must on Boothill, so don’t forget to budget that in

Let’s Talk

  • While there are some logistics to keep in mind with electricity, bathrooms, lighting, and transportation, it is well worth it as this venue is one of the best
  • Your pictures will be timeless and your guests will be swept away with the views
  • The service and staff at Kunde is among the best – they treat you like family!