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Garden of Light Venue offers a gorgeous escape for any style wedding hosted in Bonsall, California.

Garden of Light Venue

We offer a rustic venue in a rural hillside setting in the Northern San Diego town of Bonsall, California. It is about 10 miles east of Oceanside on highway 76.

Wedding ceremonies are held outside in the hillside garden of trees, flowers, arbors, and peacocks, all creating a wonderfully serene backdrop to capture photos and, most importantly, the moments.

Receptions are held in the old Adobe hacienda-style building with high ceilings, chandeliers, and a faux fireplace. This reception area includes a bar and plenty of space for dance, as well as for dining.

Capacity

The venue can accommodate up to 200 guests.

Services Included

Pre-event:

Access to Venue for Engagement Photos

Scheduled Rehearsal (with booking ceremony with reception)

Two hours' access to the venue for setup

Large wedding suite

Ceremony:

White Padded Chairs

Wooden Arbor with Sheer White Drapery

Reception:

White Padded Chairs

Round Tables

Linen Table Covers

Table Setting (Napkins, White china, flatware, glassware)

Waitstaff

Large Dance Floor area with space for DJ/entertainment

Ceiling Drapery

Large Rustic Wooden door in the Reception area for guest pictures

Rustic Bar

Rustic Specialty Coffee Bar

Whiskey Barrels as high-top tables for the bar area

Bartender with tools

No corkage fees, no hosted bar, no bar service fees

Ability to bring your own wine and beer (with no extra serving charge)

Wooden Sweetheart Table with Unique Chairs

Whiskey Barrel Table for Sweets

Whiskey Barrel Table for Gifts or Other

Whiskey Barrels for Cake Table, Sign in Table, Card Table, etc

Buffet table, if needed

Wedding Coordinator for Rehearsal Dinner and Day of Event

Event Manager

Security

Set up

Break down

Clean up

Additional Services:

We can help you budget and make recommendations on other wedding vendors, such as:

  • Floral design
  • DJ services
  • Photography
  • Lighting and Decoration
  • Catering
  • Cake
  • Valet

Available Upgrades:
Fruitwood Chiavari Chairs

Additional Perks:
We have time flexibility, so you don’t feel rushed/stressed having to fit everything into very restricted four to five hours max event time limits.

We don’t restrict you to use our food, dessert, or other vendors.

Pricing:
Please message us with your date and guest count, as well as if you will be needing space for the ceremony and, or the reception. We will get back to you shortly.

Also, please note that prices for Monday to Thursday will be much better than for Friday or Sunday and most definitely less than Saturday. So please bear this in mind if you are looking to get the best price.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$7,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$6,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,250

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$5

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Outside Alcohol

What event items are available?

Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November

Reviews of Garden Of Light Venue

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Amanda Sent on 02/22/2020
5 out of 5 rating

A true gem!

The Garden of Light venue is truly a hidden gem and we couldn't have found a more perfect place to host our wedding reception. First of all, the owner, Sheila, was so kind and generous with her time, resources, and connections. We were treated like family from our first meeting. Always quick to communicate, she helped us integrate all of the elements that were important to us (complete with a hosted coffee bar!). It was clear she wanted us to have the most special day, and did everything she could to make that happen. She provided excellent vendor connections, as well, that made the entire planning process seamless. The value we got for the price was incomparable for the high quality of our event. She has clearly poured her heart into making the Garden of Light feel like a home to others during the hours they are utilizing the space. Our guests appreciated having the garden and grounds to wander in while waiting for official festivities to start--an especially big hit with our guests who brought children. The peacocks and birds were a fun addition for those spending time outside. It's also a beautiful place for pictures, inside and out. We are so grateful to have found this place and couldn't have been happier with our event!
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Elizabeth Sent on 09/18/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Shelia at Garden for Light was so accommodating for our June wedding. My husband and I first visited and knew this is where we wanted to host our reception. The peacocks were a hit and the garden behind the hall. Everything was so beautiful and Shelia made sure that everything went off without a hitch! She also recommended an event staff that was incredible. I love the vibes of this rustic hall.
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Mariko Sent on 03/09/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I'm hosting my wedding here in July this year. I have to tell you all that so far Sheila is amazing!!! She is very helpful and is certainly a pleasure to work with. She is available to answer all of your questions and she is quick! I can't wait to get married at The Garden of Light! (When our pictures are taken I will certainly share)
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Meritiana Sent on 02/20/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We will be having our wedding here come November and we have been have such a wonderful experience so far. Sheila is great and is willing to help in any and every way to make sure that our day goes according to plan.
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Kathy Sent on 02/14/2017
5 out of 5 rating
This place is not only beautiful, it's gods heavenly garden,,,We had a bridal party there and the owner Sheila was wonderful with all our requests. Everything was decorated beautifully inside and out, and the cleanliness was superb! My guests loved the venue and couldn't stop saying how gorgeous the location was! I'm so happy we chose this place for the bride, because she loved it the most!!! And that's all that mattered :
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Mandy Sent on 06/18/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I cannot believe we found this hidden gem! It has all the flexibility we need to have the wedding of our dreams. The entire property is so beautiful and filled with such warm energy. Every time I visit, I get more and more excited about our wedding. The gorgeous peacocks are just an added bonus!
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Garden Of Light Venue frequently asked questions

Garden Of Light Venue includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Garden Of Light Venue includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Garden Of Light Venue includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
The space offered by Garden Of Light Venue for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
Garden Of Light Venue offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Garden Of Light Venue offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Garden Of Light Venue offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Garden Of Light Venue offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
Garden Of Light Venue is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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