The Highlands Estate

This is by far the easiest 5 star review I have ever written. The venue is simply stunning, set among rolling hills and vineyards and far from the noise of the highway, it was the perfect place to celebrate our wedding. We toured a number of properties before deciding on the Highlands Estate, but none even came close. The handcrafted farm tables are gorgeous, with the Oak tree providing the perfect backdrop for our pictures and the barn an ideal venue for dancing. It was truly amazing to have our ceremony in such a picturesque setting followed by a wonderful dinner on the patio. But what makes the Highlands Estate special are Whitney and Gard. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by their warmth, kindness and sincerity, and felt very welcomed. Throughout the planning process, they were always supportive and extremely helpful in navigating all the decisions that needed to be made. Perhaps most telling is the fact that every single one of our vendors told us that their favorite place to work was the Highlands Estate. It’s not hard to understand why - we simply cannot imagine a more perfect venue and hosts for an incredibly memorable and wonderful day. We have no reservations in enthusiastically recommending the Highlands Estate!

I was so fortunate to attend a wedding at this beautiful venue! Every direction seen, provided breathtaking views. The arbor for the ceremony and barn for reception was set up so beautifully. Owners Gard and Whitney couldn’t be more kind and wonderful making sure every detail was perfect. What a magical event at a magical place!!

Our experience at The Highlands Estate could not have been more perfect! My husband and I fell in love with the venue the second we toured it. The views were unbelievable with the rolling hills and the grounds were so well thought out. Whitney and Gard have thought of everything and were so kind and accomodating throughout our wedding planning process. Our guests couldn't stop gushing about how gorgeous the ceremony site was. It really made for a magical ceremony day of the wedding. I also really appreciated their list of recommended vendors that had been pre-vetted and they had experience working with. That made our vendor search so much easier and made a huge task much more digestible. I couldn't recommend The Highlands Estate enough!

You know those venues that look picture perfect on Instagram and sound too good to be true and then you get there and realize it was all filters and selective memory? The Highlands Estate is not one of those venues. Even the most talented photographer can’t do this place’s natural beauty justice, no review will ever fully capture how seamless a wedding at The Highlands Estate can be, and no venue owners will be more thoughtful and kind as Whitney and Gard! Every detail is thought through with weddings in mind - even down to the tables! Gard Made the tables extra wide so they could fit decor and place settings without crowding the table. And they’re just beautiful. The Highlands Estate is overflowing with natural beauty! Rolling hills with grape vines, vibrant plum trees, lavender bushes and more. I wanted as much of our day to be outside and these views cannot be topped. We chose the gazebo for our ceremony and it was so special. Getting to look at my husband AND rolling hills while we said our “I do’s?!” Priceless. The outdoor reception space was a fan favorite too. It was perfect for our intimate 60 person reception. We would have loved to dance under the stars but we still had an incredible time inside the barn on the dance floor. My only regret from the day is not booking the extra hour to stay and play in this beautiful space! My husband and I have already said we want to come back and do a vow renewal here to relive the best day of our lives. There’s something for every couple at the Highlands Estate. The photos aren’t too good to be true, they’re just scratching the surface. Thanks, Whitney and Gard, for helping make our wedding dreams come true! PS: You’ll want to stay at the BlackBerry Ranch cottages down the road! They’re a great place to spend a leisurely morning getting ready and are a very quick drive to the venue. Photography: Natalie Walker Photography Coordinator: Denise Collins Hair and makeup: St. James Salon Flowers: Classy Creations by Tisha Food: Sonoma Catering Co. DJ: NorCal Pro Sound Table Decor: Bottany by Bethany Glasses: Encore Event Rental

The Highlands Estate is such a stunning venue! Our guests were raving about how beautiful everything was. Whitney and Gard were so helpful and communicative. I highly recommend this venue!