McConnell Estates Winery
Weddings
Elk Grove's Hidden Gem! McConnell Estates Wedding Venue is a one-of-a-kind 19th century property featuring a quaint 1800's farmhouse, lovely gardens, gorgeous ceremony lawn, furnished and romantically lit outdoor cocktail space, and historic reception barn - all with picturesque vineyard backdrops. Our unique venue allows for a gorgeous wine country wedding that you and your guests will always remember. We can accommodate up to 200 guests comfortably.
At McConnell Estates, we are dedicated to creating uniquely personal events which create memories that last a lifetime! We only hold one wedding per day to ensure you receive the attention you deserve on your special day. Our property is centrally located in Elk Grove, CA just 20 minutes south of Sacramento for easy access to lodging, accomodations, and transportation.
We welcome you to visit our beautiful grounds to see for yourself!
To schedule a site visit, please call the office at (916) 685-5368 or e-mail us here: allie@mcconnellestates.com
Why choose McConnell Estates Winery?
- Quaint 1800's farmhouse with a 2-room bridal suite and fireplace room
- Lush lawns and gardens with picturesque vineyard backdrops
- Gorgeous ceremony lawn
- Charming groom's cottage
- Furnished outdoor cocktail area, outdoor games and romantic lighting
- Historic reception barn with a rustic elegant feel
- Award winning estate-grown wines, beers and seltzers
- Easy access to lodging, transportation and after-wedding activities
What do our packages include?
- Full setup and breakdown of the ceremony and reception
- White resin ceremony chairs, handmade wood arch, and 2 ceremony wine barrels
- 60" round dining tables, chairs and off-white linens
- Outdoor cocktail space with sofas, benches, wine barrel top tables, umbrellas, string lighting, bocce ball court, and cornhole
- Security and parking staff
- Sunlit 2-room bridal suite and fireplace room
- Charming groom's cottage
- 1-hour rehearsal
- On-site event manager
What do our packages not include?
- Beverage package (see below)
- Catering and food services
- Day-of coordinator
- Outside vendors (DJ, Florist, Photobooth, etc)
- Table settings (plates, silverware, water goblets, centerpieces)
*we allow you to choose whichever vendors you prefer to work with, our only stipulation is that they be licensed and insured to their industry standard*
What is the beverage package?
- We require the purchase of a beverage package in addition to the venue rental fee and it includes your choice of red, white and sparkling wines, beers, seltzers, and his/hers wine cocktails
- We have mulitple beverage package levels between $20-$30 per guest
- The per-person price includes glassware, bartenders, and unlimited pours
What does a wedding day at McConnell Estates look like?
- Bridal suite access starting at 10:00am for you and your bridesmaids to get ready.
- Groom's cottage access starting at 12:00pm for you and your groomsmen to get ready.
- Ceremony starts at 5:00pm.
- Cockail hour in our furnished outdoor courtyard begins immediately following the ceremony.
- Reception begins in our barn venue following cocktail hour.
- Reception ends at 10:00pm.
- All guests must vacate the property by 11:00pm.