Driving through San Marcos, I would not have expected a little gem of a venue tucked away on a hilltop garden. We attended a wedding this past weekend and it was a pretty easy drive to get there. The parking appears a bit tricky, but there are two entrances if you miss the first one haha. The second entrance is located right before the freeway entrance so it's conveniently located to nearby highways. The walkway from the parking lot leads you up some stairs and an incline slope that opens up to the green space where the ceremony was held. The grass is turf so if you wear heels, you shouldn't sink directly into it haha. The reception was held in a tented space with open air and the surrounding garden area had a few sections for guests to sprawl out. There was a water fountain, audio guestbook in a telephone booth, a photo booth van and some benches around the perimeter. The meal they served there was pretty good. Not sure if catering is directly tied to the venue, but we got the chicken and steak. Here are the descriptions of each: California Artisan Chicken Picatta Marinated chicken breast with lemon, herbs, caper beurre blanc. Chef's Harvest Roast USDA Choice Beef stuffed with roasted garlic , infused with Fresh Rosemary & Thyme, Rubbed with Whole Grain Mustard, and topped with a Mediterranean Style Olive Au Jus Sauce. Pretty solid option. The only thing I would caution is bring bug spray. Because the ceremony and reception was open air, I was eaten alive. Not sure if it's the humidity during that time, but I had multiple bug bites after I was here, lol. Other than that, the grounds are well maintained and space was intimate without feeling small. read more

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Attended a wedding here. Lovely venue--a bit hilly for anyone with mobility issues. Grounds are gorgeous and magical. read more

This is a beautiful wedding venue in San Marco. Definitely a bit smaller and intimate spot that probably can serve 150-200 guests tops. I came for a friend's wedding and the food at the venue was actually very good compared to many other venues I've been to. Seems like they allow you to bring outside food as well without requiring vendors. (They brought boba without baristas.) Overall a great experience here and plenty of parking spots with overflow parking if needed. read more

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Trademark (and specifically our planner, Morgan) made our wedding day at Green Gables smooth, easy, and perfect. They handled the main logistics and day-of work, which allowed us to be free to enjoy the day we spend so long planning. It was ~170 person wedding, and the venue handled that with ease. Only downside for us was the timing that the bridal suite opens (~11am) because the bride and bridesmaids need to start getting ready much earlier, and moving locations would be a hassle. We resolved that by having the bridesmaids get ready offsite, groomsmen used the bridal suite starting at 11, and then the bridesmaids took over around 2 for the final get-ready pictures, etc. once the groomsman suite opened. read more

We had the most beautiful wedding day at Green Gables! No joke, i've been dreaming about this venue since the 8th grade and it didn't disappoint! The venue was everything I ever wanted, the staff was incredible, and Vicky Marie my coordinator was the absolute best! Everything went without a hitch and I couldn't be more grateful! read more

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I had my wedding here over the summer and I absolutely loved everything about it! Everything from the initial meetings, to check ins to the final day the staff were all incredibly kind, really communicative and easy to work with. Huge thank you to my coordinator to Vicky Marie for making my vision come to life along with the support staff on my big day including Stacey and Billie. If anyone is considering this venue, do it!! I wish I could relive my big day a million times. read more

Beautiful grounds! So many great areas for the perfect picture. We attended a 5:00pm summer wedding, perfect time of the day for the ceremony as the sun was there then slowly came down as the reception started. read more

If you want the smoothest wedding experience, I highly recommend having your wedding here. This place is magical, the staff is unreal and I truly would not have my wedding anywhere else. Our coordinator,Sage, is the BEST! I could not have asked for a better coordinator! She was so attentive, kind, sweet, flexible and so easy to work with! I never had to worry about anything. Even up until the day of our wedding, I had last minute changes and she just went with them and made them perfect! It was so bittersweet to end working with her but she truly made the entire process so painless. She is so professional and so amazing at what she does. Our venue is so clean, cozy and magical. We chose to do minimal decor and the venue still looked incredible all on its own. Even if you don't bring much of your own decor, Green Gables has you covered. The lights, the trees. All perfect! read more

Green Gables Wedding Estate - Ceremony spot by fountain - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - San Marcos, California

This is a beautiful, whimsical venue. the bridal suite was huge, with ample sunlight, air condition and has a vintage but beautiful look to it. the grooms suite was much smaller but also had character in its own way. there is a nice big dance floor and cute garden area for the guests and picture taking. all the staff were pleasant and hard working and made sure this place was ran like a well oiled machine. however, this place felt very much like a "turn and burn mill" of a wedding venue. they will SHAMELESSLY have people touring the venue the day of your wedding, rush you to leave during the dinner (picking up your plates when you are not finished, taking down props and decorations) etc. For my sisters rehearsal, we arrived on a Friday and was surprised they were already setting up for a wedding THAT DAY. The REHEARSAL was happening the day of someone ELSE's wedding! i'm so enraged typing this because my sister and her fiancé paid thousands of dollars for this place, and felt bad for the current wedding that was about to happen because we were all just walking through it doing our rehearsals for like an hour. we were about to walk into the bridal suit but noticed the ac was already blasting and it was set up for use. we immediately left the bridal suite without touring it because we feared we would accidentally walk into other people getting ready in the bridal suite for that day.... we were optimistic and thought "no big deal" we could come the next day a bit early and see it. My sister got married the next day on Saturday and we arrived to the venue close to lunch time. We saw another, huge wedding party touring the whole venue....and we were also very surprised to find said wedding party touring the bridal suite. like i said, this place is a TURN and BURN MILL. to be clear, the staff did say that the bridal suite would not be private until a certain time... but we did not realize it was for he purpose of other people to TOUR IT our bridal party was trying to get ready so the staff closed half of the suite to let the other wedding party tour the rest of the bridal suite. -___- not to mention men from the other wedding party kept opening the door to our bridal suite, even though it was obvious we were all getting ready for the wedding; they were just very inconsiderate overall. we all were very calm about it, but the lack of respect from people touring the bridal suite and the apathetic response from the staff of Green Gables did kill the mood of the bride and subsequently all of our close friends and family for a hot second. (nothing shots of tequila that ensued could not fix though). lastly... they started taking down decorations so early! we had the venue until 10 and noticed staff already removing props from our tables at like 910 pm. not only did i notice it,but other guests from the wedding noticed it as well. like i said, this venue operates like a well oiled machine. the food was nothing memorable. the DJ was OK as well; the groom did notice the DJ did mess up a good chunk of all the timing of the songs for the whole bridal and groom party to walk out to. (the grooms specifically outlined the order of the songs and TIMING for the DJ -____-) Other than that, my sister and her husband had a good time and a memorable night, and that is all that i can ask for! read more

Our daughter just got married there this last weekend. It was wedding for around 200 people. Everyone said it was a magical day and were grateful to be part of it . I would recommend this place as a great wedding venue read more

Get a new or better wedding planner. She was rude, disorganized, and didn't do half of what was asked of her or what was paid for. When you have a wedding planner that is exactly her title, planner. Unreal that the parents of the bride, the bride and groom, cousins, and other helpers had to do a lot of her work as well as rose petals weren't even used because they couldn't be found. The venue is pricey and the patrons should get what and more than they paid for so you can get a good recommendation or you won't stay in business. There are other venues that we could have chosen and won't recommend your venue since we didn't get the service we expected or paid for. read more

Was a bridesmaid here in June 2026 and had a major issue when we all walked into the getting ready bridal area and they had done a complete re-design. The bride was not informed and completely distraught as were we all when we walked in on the wedding morning. The new design was awful. It was cluttered and looked cheap and extremely outdated. One of the main aspects the bride fell in love with about this venue was the stunning bridal suite inside the school house and it was now completely gone and ruined. It may seem like a small part to the venue but it was such a stunning aspect inside the school house itself in which many couples continue to take photos inside even after the ceremony so it was a huge deal to the bride and all of us. I'm not sure who's in charge of the design here but they ruined something absolutely beautiful. Also a lot of their provided decor is extremely outdated. Venues themselves are beautiful but the design aspects have ruined it and disappointed many brides. I'm sure this redesign will honestly deter many brides from choosing this beautiful venue unfortunately. read more

The scenery is beautiful, and I loved the garden more than I thought I would! but I unfortunately came in to contact with one of the staff members name Elsie I believe her last name started with an "F" or a "M". It turned out to be one of the rudest most hostile interactions I have ever had in my life. She is completely stuck up and talks to you as if you're harassing her, she has no respect for others. She immediately speaks in an irritated tone when I only asked her one question. I felt completely disrespected and will never spend my money there again as well let my fellow peers know to spend their money elsewhere, where they're treated more kindly. read more

The most beautiful wedding venue ever! Everything is thoughtfully designed and the staff are friendly, professional and organized. Amy was our coordinator and she deserves 10 stars! She took care of every detail day of, big and small, ensuring everything went off without a hitch. We didn't have to worry about anything except enjoying our day with our loved ones. If you're looking for a stress-free wedding with a GORGEOUS backdrop, this is your place. read more

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Oh M Gee! To die for. This place was absolutely gorgeous. Visited this beautiful wedding venue this past weekend for my cousins wedding. The ceremony was just beautiful. Lush greenery! It was like we were set in the garden of Eden. Then the outdoor reception was under a canopy with beautifully arranged table settings and of course a dance floor! Words can not express who beautiful this place was. Maybe I should get married here. First things first, I might need to be in a relationship lol. read more

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Attended my nieces wedding here. Being SD most of my life I've never heard of this place its a very nice venue

Vicky and the Trademark team genuinely treated my wife and I as friends. They made sure to listen to our requests and worked diligently to ensure they came to fruition. read more

We just had the wonderful experience of conducting our daughter's wedding at this whimsical, historical venue. The historical school house, the grounds, the reception area all fit in perfectly with the couple's laid back, loves nature vibe. But, what made Green Gables stand out and shine for us was the impeccable customer service. The wedding coordinator, Karamia & her crew were on point from the rehearsal day all the way through the end of the reception. She and Cindy were so kind and patient with us and seemed to truly enjoy their role in making this a perfect day for the newlyweds. And the vendor referrals were terrific. The florals were gorgeous, the photographers were amazing, and the makeup artist was truly an artist- made us more beautiful and made sure we all stayed beautiful all evening long. I highly recommend this venue and the wonderful staff!‍ read more

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I'm delighted to share my enchanting experience at this whimsical fairytale wedding venue! From the moment I stepped onto the grounds, I felt transported into a storybook world. Green Gables intricate architecture and lush gardens created a truly magical atmosphere that perfectly complemented our fairytale themed wedding. The attention to detail, from the charming decor to the ethereal lighting, was absolutely breathtaking. Our fairytale wedding dream came true in this enchanting venue, and I couldn't have asked for a more enchanting backdrop for our special day. Marissa, our event planner, was absolutely phenomenal! Her honest and genuine expertise made our fairytale wedding dream come true! I'm all about communication with understanding and Marissa delivered as she continued to reach out with great information so we were always on the same page leading up to our big day! She answered all of our questions quickly or would direct us to that answer. From the moment we started working together, her commitment to making our day unforgettable was evident. Marissa took the time to truly understand our vision and preferences, guiding us through every step of the planning process with transparency and expertise. Her attention to detail was exceptional, and she consistently went the extra mile to ensure every aspect of the event was perfectly executed. Her calm and reassuring demeanor helped alleviate any stress, making the planning journey enjoyable. On our wedding day, Marissa's active commitment to making our day special did not go unnoticed with all of her interactions ensuring that every moment was seamless and filled with wonder. Thanks to Marissa's dedication and sincerity, our wedding day turned out even more magical than we could have imagined! read more

My cousin's daughter had her wedding here earlier this month and it was so beautiful. You don't even need to add extra decor because the venue is already stunning. There is a gazebo, bridal suite, swing, and pretty archway that are perfect for picture taking. Before the reception started, some of the guests played lawn games in the garden. For dinner, we had the cranberry walnut salad, chicken piccata, santa maria tri-tip, Yukon mashed potatoes, and grilled truffle asparagus. Everything was served family style, so we just helped ourselves once the food arrived. Bread and butter was also available, and was really soft and delicious. Since we came a bit late, we were served apple cider instead of champagne for the toast, but I prefer cider anyhow. Overall, the food was pretty good. I enjoyed the tri-tip and mashed potatoes a lot. The chicken and asparagus were just alright to me. The bartenders and servers seemed nice as well even though I didn't interact with them much- they basically just did their thing. read more

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Honestly, I could not have pictured a better place to have my wedding then here at Green Gables. It was literally my dream wedding brought to life. From having our wedding ceremony under the lighted trees to the wedding reception inside the tent. It was everything I have ever wanted in one location. Working with Jeselle was simply amazing. She was so sweet, funny, professional, and we made sure that everything I wanted was played out. She made the whole planning and even the day of run so smoothly. She communicated so well with all my vendors to make sure it was less stressful for me. I couldn't have asked for a better wedding coordinator. Nothing in my wedding went wrong and thanks to her, she made sure all my guest, bridal party, husband and I was ok and having a good time. The food was delicious and I kept getting compliments about how beautiful the wedding venue was. Every area was the perfect photo op for our guest. The highlight of our wedding was the bridal and groom suite which was perfectly decorated and thought out. After viewing so many other venues and also attending other weddings, I knew Green Gables was the perfect fit for what we wanted. Communication is a big deal for me and it was given from everyone apart of Trademark Venues. They were very transparent about every detail, from what we ordered, to the billing information, to the wedding rehearsal, and even the big day. Thank you so much Trademark and Jeselle for everything you have done for us. I highly recommend planning your wedding here at Green Gables and definitely choose Jeselle to be your wedding coordinator, you wont be disappointed. read more

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I'm leaving a 5 star review because my sister just had her wedding at Green Gables and our experience was fantastic! One of my biggest fears was not having good food but they had a farm to table menu that is amazing! I work in the restaurant industry and wasnt sure that wedding food would be up to par but it was!!! From start to finish, our wedding coordinator helped make my sisters vision come to life. Of course I'm writing this review because she is off to her honeymoon and she said she didnt want to forget to leave five stars. I was really impressed by the level of professionalism by the staff. Ramon was our event manager and he was so accomidating. He was professional and knows how to help with everything. He and my dad were best friends by the end of the night. Haha!! I think what my family loved the most was that we could bring our own alcohol. For 375 people bringing your own alcohol is a huge money saver. Just overall, I love this venue and now I want to get married at a Trademark Venue! read more

Green Gables Wedding Estate - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - San Marcos, California

I got the honor to witness my long time friend, whom I met in the dorms (same hall) tie the knot with her hubby at a gorgeous venue. It was an outdoor wedding with a bit of a rustic feel. We got to explore the venue during the night including the bridal parlor and the gentlemen's speakeasy. The speakeasy was equipped with a bar, piano (non-playable), and awesome lights paired with brass decor while the bridal suite is a multi-story with high ceilings, full length mirrors, and vintage decor. Located outside the bridal suite is wooden swing with lights hanging from a large tree - a perfect place for a photo! The food at the venue was enjoyable. The appetizers we got to try were empanadas, stuffed mushrooms, bruschetta, cranberry walnut salad (such a delicious salad!). For dinner there were two options tri-tip with mashed potatoes and/or chicken with green beans. I enjoyed tri-tip with mashed potatoes more, as the chicken was on the dry side. Overall enjoyed all the items! The servers were great and attentive, especially Phil who was always there for us! Thank you :D read more

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I enjoyed this space so much as a bridesmaid for my friends' wedding. The space is a private fairytale oasis in an unsuspecting area of San Marcos. From the exterior, you wouldn't imagine this place to look that beautiful but upon entering, you feel like you are far away in a magical garden not nearby the existing freeway. Some key things I loved about this venue were: -during rehearsal, they had welcome signs to welcome the bride and groom to just the rehearsal -the ceremony site is right between the groom's and bride's get-ready room -the bridal get-ready room is a gorgeous and vintage former-schoolhouse perfect for photographs and romantic feels -the bridal get-ready room has it's own little bar and a string to pull for the school bell -there's a salon attached to the bridal get-ready room available to rent for an additional $500 -the groomsmen get-ready space is a moody, steampunk-themed speakeasy equipped with a bar, piano, picture-worthy decor and privacy -the venue supplies a lot of decorative pieces that one may want to use allowing for you to come to your wedding ready-to-go and freeing you up from having to bring a bunch of extra things. This includes the cute dresser/sign-in table, welcome sign, vintage rugs, ;lounge chairs and much more -during the bridal-get ready session, they brought the bride and bridesmaids cocktail hour food so we could enjoy in advance since the bridal party would be busy during cocktail hour because of photos. The items were tomato bisque shooters with a slice of grilled cheese sandwich, stuffed mushroom, and fried ravioli. All were delicious -there'a a little farm area with a resident goat named George -outside the bridal suite is a picturesque shaded tree/grass area with lights hanging from the tree and a swing decorated with eucalyptus leaves. This is the perfect place for a photo -the ceremony location has two options for how to position the ceremony. You could face the school house and have the little vine tunnel be the focal point or you could face the back tree gazebo area. Both were gorgeous -the front seating for the ceremony were church-benches -coordinators were organized, efficient and reliable. They made sure to keep things straight forward, short and sweet, and they stayed cool, calm and collected. This is definitely an important quality. The bride definitely appreciated their help. -though there is astroturf on the ground rather than real grass, this kept the space clean and organized and easy to walk on, especially for those wearing heels. I liked that the astroturf was balanced by a ton of beautiful and real plants all around -there's an old truck that's super cute outside of the bridal get-ready schoolhouse suite. It is perfect for photos -there's a vendor parking lot that is higher up and closer to the site -plenty of free parking -no other parties or events occur during your wedding slot so the space is private -food was great. I tried both the beef and the fish and thought they were nicely cooked. The potatoes were nice and chunky -various dining tables that were circular or rectangle. It had the rustic farmhouse feel. The chairs were tastefully decorated with white bows. -my friend chose this venue because of its affordable price compared to other venues around the area and venues she originally wanted to go with in northern California read more

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We loved getting married at Green Gables! The ambience is wonderful. The property is well maintained and even though it's in a busy area, the trees and flowers lining the venue make it feel super secluded and intimate. There are a number of places to have the ceremony. We got married in the gazebo and it was beautiful. The cocktail hour in the patio-like area between the schoolhouse and the groom's speakeasy was a hit. While we took photos elsewhere on the property, it total privacy so we were able to focus, our guests were able to enjoy a cocktail hour with appetizers catered by the venue and drinks from the satellite bar. Dinner was fantastic and our guests enjoyed the food. Our day-of coordinator, Courtney, was super helpful both in the planning process and as well as on our special day. One of the things I hear all the time is how brides and grooms often forget to eat or have some time to themselves, but Courtney ensured we were able to do both! Overall, we loved Green Gables and would recommend any of the Trademark properties to anyone planning a medium to large sized celebration. The music has to stop at 10pm at all outdoor venues in San Diego county, but we planned a casual afterparty at the local bar for those with extra energy and that worked perfectly! The Green Gables team has Uber/Lyft recommendations to make everyone's travel at the end of the night can keep the party going. read more

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Horrible venue No parking or drop off for seniors or handicapped No valet Guests forced to walk up a steep driveway with cracked asphalt. Treacherous for seniors and women wearing heals. A golf cart shuttle Would have been helpful, except I wouldn't trust the employees here Employees have a terrible attitude. Not just unhelpful, they taunt the guests forced to trek up the hill. If you make it to the top, the place looks shabby Don't have your wedding here. Your guests will NOT appreciate it read more

This is by far my favorite location to photograph beautiful couples on their wedding day! The atmosphere is unmatched, it's truly a fairytale. CC : Amber Spence Photography read more

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We were looking for a place for my daughters wedding. This place was less expensive then other venues in California. I'm thinking maybe because the reception area is in a climate controlled tent and not an actual building so for that reason (maybe) they can keep the price a little cheaper than others. Well we got way more than we bargained for! This place is beautiful. Our wedding director Hannah was awesome. The food was great. It was a very memorable time. read more

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My husband and I recently got married at Green Gables in August 2024. When we viewed this venue 2 years prior, we absolutely fell in love with it. It is such a gorgeous space, the greenery, twinkly lights in the trees, old school vibes with a timeless & classic feel, and the reception tent with chandeliers were all so beautiful but the amazing staff made the experience truly perfect! The planning process was easy and we had an assigned coordinator who helped us along the way. They provided a list of preferred vendors who we ended up hiring most off of (DJ Pros, EMRY photo and video, Soirée Floral, Cute Cakes, Pixster photo booth) and all were insanely good!!! We had constant check ins with April (our coordinator) for tips and help - which was great for me since I was doing it all myself without a wedding planner. We live out of state so we weren't able to do a food tasting, which made me a bit nervous about how the food would turn out BUT it was sooo good! We did shrimp and salmon pasta and the chefs harvest roast. We actually got compliments on the food from our guests! Not to mention we had a wedding assistant who made sure to bring the bridal party food and drinks during photos/cocktail hour so none of us missed out! April kept us on track with the nights events and was flexible when I asked to push things back a bit, she still made sure everything went as planned and got done in a timely manner. Highly recommend having your wedding here!! read more

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Well deserved 5 star review! My husband and I were recently married here and had such a wonderful experience! Our planner, Amy Morrow, was so fantastic!! She was 100% on it through the entire planning process and especially on the wedding weekend. Everything went very smoothly and we are so grateful! The venue is also so beautiful and is set up perfectly for a wedding - everything flows and it feels like a true escape. We got so much good feedback from our guests and we credit so much of it to Amy and the Trademark team. We would also recommend attending the food tasting event they offer (and come hungry). We were able to taste everything they offered for the wedding menu and we had so much fun that night! It also made us so excited for our food on the day (which was a highlight for many of our guests). So thankful we for this venue and could not recommend it enough! read more

2 stars for the exterior decor. The only thing this place has going is the exterior which is nicely taken care of for photos; however, I have never eaten food so horribly cooked in all the weddings I have attended in my life. 1. Beef- hard to chew and hard to swallow. I buy a lot of steaks and I have to say, poor quality 2. Chicken was dry 3. The only thing good was mash potatoes 4. Sad but my son was given a kids meal and the fried chicken strips is worst than the ones prepared by fast food restaurant. I might feed him Popeyes chicken (10x better than what was given by the restaurant) I cant believe each seat is charged 150$ per guest and the result is the worst experience in terms of dining. I expect more than this otherwise a rip off. Finally- the SERVICE HORRIBLE. I want to throw the plate at the something when she came and asked every 5 mins if she can take this plate or that plate away. My table was still eating and food were still on the table. I told her we are still working on it. I WAS NOT THE ONLY ONE TELLING HER THIS, but BY the 6th time in less than 15 mins we were all rolling our eyes, like WHAT IS THE DAMN RUSH! She is either inexperience or this place is F* annoying in training their staff. I'm super upset with this Venue and their service. The guests probably don't write reviews because they don't know any better, but it's truly a must. My friend plans on booking this venue next year and I told him to cancel because this place is a no good! EXPENSIVE AND they're cheap on material. I hate how people are taken advantage of because wedding is deemed as something so important. I'm sure they don't care because people will continue to book. But it's truly a mistake. read more

You should definitely use Green Gables for your wedding venue. My wife and I had a practically perfect wedding, and we owe so much of it to Green Gables and Trademark. Most importantly, the wedding planning process was simply not that stressful because of Green Gables and the Trademark team. We had heard stories from some of our recently-married friends about sleepless nights and endless anxiety in the weeks leading up to the day. Although we obviously worked hard, we never had any doubt that the day would go well (and we are anxious people!). Green Gables and the Trademark team are professional, experienced, and have everything down to a science. Green Gables does several weddings a week during peak season; they are prepared to handle your wedding. You are in good hands with them, and that is invaluable when planning such an important event. Moreover, the venue speaks for itself. While this kind of thing comes down to taste, we received so much positive feedback about how beautiful the venue was. Because there are so many trees and other great features inherent to the venue, you do not need to put a lot of decor in to make it look great. The layout is convenient, the tent is a perfect reception setting, and the ceremony spot is very romantic. They also take care of a lot for you. We did not need to find a caterer, equipment rental company, security service, etc., because Green Gables takes care of all that. Further, we decided not to have a wedding planner, and while your mileage may vary on that, we think that was the correct call. Because Green Gables has so many weddings, they have a network of vendors they use frequently that are great. If you stick with those recommendations, that gives you a great starting point and you can likely take care of booking vendors and the rest on your own. The vendors we picked also had so much familiarity with the venue that we did not need to worry about coordinating the venue-vendor relationship; they pretty much all knew where to go and what to do. There are some things to consider when picking an inclusive venue like this, though--most notably, your decor options are often limited to what they have in their catalog. If you are the type of person who wants control over every decision for your wedding, this may feel constricting. If, however, you feel overwhelmed at the thought of making all the decisions that come with a wedding, it is helpful (and you know that at minimum the decor will match the venue). Finally, I just want to note that the team was very helpful. Marissa was our day-of coordinator and she made sure we did not lift a finger on our wedding day. We also peppered them with several dozen questions throughout the entire process year+ long process, and they were always helpful and kind in responding. In short, if you are looking for a beautiful venue that will reliably and comfortably give you a stellar wedding, Green Gables is an excellent choice. read more

When we first came across this venue, we already knew it would probably be the place we would get married. It was seriously the only venue we looked at in person! It was everything we wanted, especially because the aesthetic of our wedding was going to be a little different than the norm. It had that beautiful vintage look, lush gardens, and just the right amount of space for our large wedding without feeling cramped at all. Every step in the process was so helpful, especially Marissa - she was a godsend. I'm the type of person who doesn't let go of control very well, but I didn't worry once the day of, or leading up to the wedding for that matter, because I knew Marissa had it completely taken care of. The staff in general was AMAZING and if there were any snafus, we had no idea. Everyone was kind, accommodating, and unbelievably professional. The food was delicious (appetizers and dinner) and the family-style aspect we chose worked so well with our large guest count. Everything was so wonderful I could go on and on...but seriously, our wedding turned out so perfect! Our guests still talk about it and say it was the most fun wedding they've been to and how beautiful it was. If you're thinking about having your wedding here - do it. I promise you'll be more than happy you did! read more

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Where do I start? Trademark venues have their stuff down. From site selection, to tasting, to communication, expectations, day-of, and execution, I could not have imagined a better experience and day for my wife and I even if I tried. What really made our experience great was Marissa. She was so calm and attentive. Poised and intelligent. We could seriously go on. My wife and I joked that we should get married once a year just to work with Marissa again. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you Marissa and the Trademark team. Connor + Sawyer read more

The trademark team made our rainy day wedding as smooth as possible! Jeselle was prepared, reassuring, creative, and so kind. She helped our wedding vision come to life despite the weather and made great recommendations along the way. Jeselle & her team were truly a pleasure to work with! read more

I knew I wanted to get married at Green Gables and we booked our wedding day the day we toured. We were assigned Hannah as our coordinator and she made *All* our dreams come true. Our Disney/Pun Rock/Beauty and the Beast themed wedding wouldn't have been made possible without the dream team at Green Gables. Hannah made sure to reply to even the most menial of questions I had leading up to wedding day. The day of wedding was incredibly hot. But the bridal suite was gorgeous and air conditioned! The newly remodeled grooms room and bridal suite are breathtaking. We wanted to highlight some special people. Luke- one of the staff members who placed "hidden mickeys" throughout the venue. Edgar- for attentiveness and assistance in set up and ensuring our guests were dazzled by the ambience of our dreams. Peter- (who we call "Peet-ah" like Peter Pan) for helping my grandfather (who's on oxygen) and not leaving his side making sure that my papa could enjoy the occasion to the fullest. Supplying him power, water, and tissues as needed. Tim- for making a culinary masterpiece everyone is still raving about. The venue alone is enchanting and beautiful but it's the team behind the venue that really made our day unique, memorable and truly our own. read more

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All I can say is WOW!! if you are considering getting married here I highly highly recommend. Our coordinator Sage was incredible and all the staff was wonderful. Everything ran so smooth, the food was amazing, the timeline was perfect and I was so relaxed knowing everything was taken care of. We got married March 8th on a Friday which helped make the expenses affordable and reasonable. Not to mention the venue was STUNNING. My pintrest dreams came to life. Thank you Green Gabels for a BEAUTIFUL wedding! read more

Keeping it plain and simple: this is THE BEST wedding venue and establishment ever! Melissa was our coordinator and made our special day happen without lifting a finger. Green Gables handles everything from decor to coordination and they do it with professionalism and transparency. Talk about an all-inclusive venue that makes you want to get married again and again. Just want to say thank you to all the staff that made our special day possible and a huge shout out to Melissa for being right there with us every step of the way. I didn't even get to mention how picturesque the entire estate is... This ONE photo doesn't even do it all justice. Get married here! read more

Green Gables Wedding Estate - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - San Marcos, California

This venue is remarkable! Each person we met along the way was generous with their time and eager to help. Hannah Tortosa is a real one; she went above and beyond as our coordinator. I am talking she went and retrieved my wife Brittany's Birkenstocks from the bridal suite to bring to her during the reception and then proceeded to put them on her feet!!! LOVE HER! Not to mention she made sure Brittany and I had a healthy portion of our cake... Yummmmm! The venue is gorgeous. The newly remodeled grooms suite is beautiful, and designed as the ultimate man cave/lounge. The historic school house on the property, the gazebo for the ceremony, the chandelier in the reception tent and the wood bar...Everything was so charming, in a secret garden kind of way. The food is delicious too! It was the fairytale kind of wedding Brittany had always dreamed of! read more

Green Gables Wedding Estate - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - San Marcos, California

We loved Green Gables Estate so much. It was the perfect venue for 265 guests and if you really like magical, rustic vibes! They can even go higher to accommodate 300 guests. The decorations, staff, and our coordinator were just perfect! We really liked our coordinator Sage. She was absolutely great to work with and she followed our timeline so well. Without her, our day would not have been so perfect. She helped us solve any issues that came up during the wedding and she was very on top of things. The food was also so delicious. We ordered Tri tip and the Shrimp and Salmon Farfalle Pasta as our entrees which were delicious!! Their menu always changes since it's all locally grown ingredients and seasonal. However, their chefs are really amazing! We really liked how they offered family style as an option to serve dinner. Basically family style is a buffet style brought right to the tables. The bartenders also did an excellent job keeping the line moving and getting everyone drinks (sometimes a little heavy on the pour ;) ). Thank you to everyone at Trademark Venues and all of the staff at Green Gables!! read more

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