Of all the fantastic venues the Vixens have had the pleasure of visiting, Cornerstone Sonoma is by far the most unique.  Close to San Francisco, Sonoma / Napa Valley and Sacramento, a visit to Cornerstone is a must see and do.  The property is comprised of small boutique stores, wine shops, art pieces to admire, a giant size blue chair to be photographed in(!) and a wonderful restaurant, plus the opportunity to  take a self-guided tour of the  walk-through gardens showcasing unique, new, innovative designs created by world famous landscape architects and designers. As a visitor, you’ll be entertained for hours.

For those wishing to immerse themselves and their guests in true Cornerstone, holding a wedding or private social event at this most unique property will delight the invitees beyond belief. There are multiple spaces available within this venue, but I am going to point out the three main areas:  The Vineyard Lawn, The Garden Barn, The Wedding Garden.  Keeping in mind that your particular function may be held in any one of these three spots, I’ll write about what I see as the most often arranged.  Upon arrival, guests walk a lovely pathway past sculptures, smelling the aroma of many seasonal flowers to come to The Vineyard Lawn.  This is an elongated, wide-open space with a peaceful reflecting pond bordering the vineyard on one side.  Blooming lily pads dot the pond.  A wedding ceremony is perfectly designed in the space, but because Cornerstone has many options to consider, this beautiful space could also become an evening dining area.  The view of the starlit skies would be fantastic.

Once the ceremony is over, guests take a path to The Garden Barn, again passing unique art pieces and interesting garden designs.  We love the rustic (yet immaculate) former llama barn (back in the day when this entire property once was a working ranch).  A cocktail gathering or the evening dinner would easily take place in this space. Guests will love wandering the immediate area enjoying the surrounding gallery-style gardens, or sitting within a created lounge area under the roof of the barn.

Next on this tour of delight is The Wedding  Garden.  A Cornerstone icon is this very cool and unique 50-foot perfectly round Zephyr tent.  Awesome!  A sit down dinner may be held within the tent – and can be decorated in so many beautiful ways, or perhaps use this space for your dancing portion to the evening. Theatrical Lighting in the tent is a must – it’s so wonderful!

There are so many spaces within Cornerstone to write about… such as the two beautiful fully equipped private residences where bridal preparations can take place, or even an intimate ceremony or smaller party (do we hear rehearsal dinner!) may occur, as there is one house with a large front porch, private gardens and a manicured lawn, plus a white picket fence – sweet!

The excellent staff at Cornerstone will help you with all the arrangements and get you in touch with the best of the best.  To insure the success of events at Cornerstone, a day-of wedding planner is required… do consider one of the Venue Vixens for your planner –  as we truly love this property!

Cornerstone Sonoma is a photographer’s paradise, and we thank Allison Stahl for being our VisitingVixen and capturing many of these images.

~ Vixen Lora