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The Estancia La Jolla wedding venue provides couples getting married in San Diego with an intimate hacienda setting. Perfect for whimsical and romantic garden weddings, this gorgeous hotel property has a number of idyllic venues surrounded with greenery and laid back Spanish-style architecture.
Portrait Locations at Estancia La Jolla
Portraits tend to be just as important to my couples as the candid moments. Trust me when I say there are no shortages of backdrops at Estancia La Jolla. From utilizing the gardens to the hacienda settings to the open lawns, I could spend hours photographing couples here!
The Olive Lawn
One of the two ceremony sites, the Olive Lawn is a 1,600 square foot lawn that faces a row of trees and a beautiful weathered well. Up to 130 guests may be seated on the lawn for a ceremony, which is always backlit by the sun so it’s lighting is always so soft and beautiful.
Even on overcast days like the one below, the site is still so dreamy and romantic!
The Garden Courtyard
The larger of the two ceremony sites, the Garden Courtyard has double the space of the Olive Lawn. Whether you have a larger guest count or like the idea of being elevated a few steps about your guests, this space would be perfect for your ceremony. On one end you see the white arch and stairs and on the other end, the view looks toward a fountain. The entire courtyard is completely surrounded by trees and guest rooms.
Estancia La Jolla Ballrooms
Depending on your guest count and budget, Estancia La Jolla offers two reception spaces to choose from. The first (pictured below) is the Grande Room, which can hold up to 180 guests. It has textured white walls and mirrors and is a great clean and modern space. The other option is the La Jolla Ballroom that can hold 420 guests and has carpet flooring instead of hardwood.
My Work at Estancia La Jolla
To view the weddings I’ve photographed at Estancia, click any of the blog posts below!
Vibrant Estancia La Jolla Wedding in San Diego Part Two
Last week you saw Part One of Scott and Sarah’s Estancia La Jolla wedding. Today you’ll see Part Two which includes beautiful beach portraits and their stunning reception. Their reception is my favorite part – I am a sucker for lush flower arrangements and colorful details. Beach Portraits Quickly after the ceremony, we raced over […]
Colorful Estancia Wedding In La Jolla Part 1 – Published on Ruffled Blog
Scott and Sarah’s Estancia wedding in La Jolla took place in July with just a handful of guests. Their intimate affair originally meant to be in Hawaii with a larger crowd but downsized due to the pandemic. With a total of 8 people for the day, this micro wedding was so beautiful, romantic, and fulfilling […]
Al Fresco Wedding at Estancia La Jolla | A Lively Summer Celebration
Samantha and Aron’s wedding at Estancia La Jolla originally was set for 2020 but Covid meant they had to postpone to 2021. After many years of planning, their beautiful al fresco celebration finally had its debut. At Estancia, they chose to marry on the Olive Lawn and dine on the Garden Courtyard. The Wedding Morning […]
Classic and Timeless Estancia La Jolla Wedding
Last year, I met Mallory and Damian at their Balboa Park engagement session. The next time I would see them was at their Estancia La Jolla wedding this fall. I can hardly express how much of a delight they both are. Positive, bubbly, always grateful, and inspiringly kind, Mallory and Damian set the bar very […]
Contact Estancia La Jolla
To inquire about hosting your wedding at Estancia La Jolla, please call 858-964-6615 or email EstanciaSales@EstanciaLaJolla.com. You may also view their wedding brochure here. Ask for a tour and enjoy walking through the stunning grounds of the property!
