Vine Hill House at O'Connell Vineyards Reviews
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4.8 out of 5 rating
4.8 out of 5 rating
63 Reviews
97% recommend it
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Jordan Sent on 12/12/2023We LOVE Vine Hill House!
My Husband and I had the most magical wedding day at Vine Hill House in early October 2023. Dan and Brigette are so easy to work with, and they are the dream team. From our first tour to saying our last goodbye the night of the wedding, they were kind, professional and had every detail dialed in. This venue is turn key and has weddings down like the back of their hand. If you're a busy person and don't have time to deal with a lot of the details of a wedding, VHH is the place for you. Our day was almost 100 degrees, but luckily VHH has gorgeous redwood trees towering over the ceremony location, we didn't need the 100 hand fans I panic bought 3 days before the wedding. Dinner is set on a lawn overlooking a sea of grapevines, where you also have the opportunity to take stunning sunset photos. Dancing is back near the ceremony location, under the redwoods and market lights. We had the BEST DAY. We seriously couldn't be happier with our selection of Vine Hill House. We also selected a lot of our vendors off of their preferred vendor list, which I also recommend doing. Their preferred vendors have worked with Dan and Brigette before and know Vine Hill House very well. Your day goes smoother when your vendors have working relationships and know the venue. Our day went on without a hitch thanks to Dan, Brigette and the Trends Catering Team. We are so thankful for them and all of our vendors for being so easy and fun to work with. -
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Karissa J. Sent on 01/20/2024Unforgettable Wedding Experience at the Gorgeous Vine Hill House
From the initial planning stages through to the grand ceremony introductions, our experience with Vine Hill House was nothing short of exceptional. Their management team, led by the remarkable Dan, Brigitte, and their dedicated staff, were the epitome of professionalism, providing comprehensive answers to all our inquiries and guiding us through the wedding planning process with grace and assurance.
Their expertise was evident in their ability to anticipate and plan for every possible scenario, something that bestowed upon us a profound peace of mind. They meticulously prepared a plan, along with a backup for each step, ensuring our special day was perfect in every way. Their flawless execution during the wedding provided comfort and reassurance during moments of nervous anticipation.
The venue itself was an absolute dream. With the vibrant yellows and oranges of the autumn vineyards, and the rustling leaves of the surrounding trees, Vine Hill House in October is truly a sight to behold. The addition of heating lamps created a warm and inviting atmosphere that our guests absolutely adored.
The venue's vendor recommendations were nothing short of stellar. Each was professional, efficient, and played an integral part in the seamless flow of our special day. Many of our guests took the time to compliment the exceptional work of the vendors, a testament to the high standards upheld by Vine Hill House.
As for the ambiance, it was nothing short of surreal. The experience of arriving at the stunning setting left an indelible impression on our guests, many of whom shared with us that it was the best wedding they had ever attended.
Vine Hill House exceeded our expectations in every respect. We are beyond grateful to Dan, Brigitte, and their diligent team for their tireless efforts and commitment to excellence. They played an instrumental role in creating an unforgettable wedding day, and we couldn't recommend them highly enough. If you're seeking a venue that offers a sublime setting, meticulous planning, and a team that is willing to go above and beyond to make your day extraordinary, Vine Hill House is your perfect choice. -
Kyle H. Sent on 12/07/2023
Our wedding at Vine Hill House was perfect.
I'm writing this review as the groom who got married at Vine Hill House in 2023.
Without a doubt I would 100% recommend Vine Hill House. Literally I cannot say enough great things about our experience with Dan & Brigitte.
Before the event, it was obvious from every conversation with Dan that he had tons and tons of experience. He was able to take suggestions for "I want it to be like [xyz]...", "I want to do [abc]..." and give solutions from his context of having done [I don't even know how many] weddings at the same venue. He knows how to make things work.
He helped us think through every detail beforehand, and both my wife and I walked into our wedding day super confident that everything would be running smoothly so we could actually enjoy the celebration.
The day-of execution was also great. I know our Polaroid camera ran out of batteries at one point and without missing a beat Dan found replacements (I still don't know how), and Brigitte wonderfully shepherded my now-wife through the night. Perhaps the best compliment I can give is how easily the wedding ran and how little thought my wife and I had to put into the execution.
Writing this now after our wedding, I can honestly say that The Vine Hill House team left us feeling like we were the most important couple in the world, and they will always have a very special place in our hearts! -
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Sophie S. Sent on 08/19/2023Incredible team and a stunning venue
I got married at Vine Hill House in August, 2023 and it was absolute perfection.
Starting with the venue itself, it is so stunning you barely need to provide decorations. The vineyard is a gorgeous backdrop and the grounds are exploding with flowers and beautiful oak trees. There is a house on site for the bride and bridesmaids to get ready in which makes it easy to organize hair and makeup. In August, the weather was perfect but they do provide heat lamps if things get chilly.
The team at VHH is one of the main reasons we chose to move forward. Dan and Brigitte run a tight ship that is well organized, thoughtful, and of the highest quality. They provide day-off coordination included in the price (!!!) which is an incredible value and they really took so much off my plate so I could enjoy the celebration. They have a preferred vendor list who were all top-tier, easy to work with, and super familiar with VHH weddings which made things easy on us. You need to purchase and serve 4 cases of their wine, but other than that it's BYOB which gives you a lot of flexibility and is something you likely won't find at a larger winery. We didn't have a wedding planner or coordinator and we didn't need one because of how responsive and helpful everyone was. It was truly a joy to work with the VHH team and I'm hoping all my friends get married here so I can come back again soon! -
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Jamie Sent on 01/02/2024Absolutely Magic
We got married at Vine Hill House in October 2023, and it was absolutely perfect. Here is a bit about what we loved:
1. Great management team - Dan has hosted weddings for many years and guided us through the wedding planning process step-by-step. Because of his experience and advice, the recommended vendor lists, timeline support, and day of coordination (all included in the venue fee), we felt confident we weren’t missing anything and also didn’t need to have a separate wedding planner, which was a huge budget saver.
2. Great vendor team - Most of our vendors came from Vine Hill House’s preferred list and we were so happy with all of them; especially Sue and the Trends Catering team. Working with her on the menu and rentals, and then having her cook up a feast for our friends and family was a true highlight.
3. Great ambiance - We got the beautiful vineyard setting, while still being laid back and homey. A lot of other wineries feel corporate or commercial, Vine Hill House does not. It feels like you’re in a backyard (if you happen to own a gorgeous property in Sonoma), with your closest family and friends. It’s magical. And the space flows really well - there are distinct areas for cocktails, dining, dancing, etc. but it's also all together. I think the venue is perfect for small/medium sized weddings too - ours was 65 people and it didn’t feel oversized. You could fit many more people, as well though.
Our guests are still gushing about our wedding, which we love to hear and makes us so happy. But what’s more important is that we are still gushing about our wedding, too. After all the planning and build-up to this very important day, with the support of Dan, Brigitte, and the Vine Hill and Trends teams … we were able to just kick back and savor the day, and for that we are very grateful. -
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Ashley Sent on 09/05/2022A fairytale wedding
It was meant to be. My husband (last name O’Donnell) was skeptical about getting married in a vineyard until we visited Vine Hill House at O’Connell Vineyards. Needless to say, our hashtag was #AlmostODonnell. Also, non of the other wineries we looked at allowed cocktails but at Vine Hill, not only can you do signature cocktails but also are encouraged to do whiskey tasting!!
It’s a beautiful property with a ton of potential but you might not see it looking at older photos of weddings from couple years back. I came in with a vision and was very picky about design and decor. I didn’t have a planner but came in with a PowerPoint slide, excel spreadsheet and precise instructions on how I wanted the place to look and Dan’s team executed it perfectly. Speaking of Dan, he is the adorable owner who grew up and raised a family of his own at Vine Hill House and he wants you to have the wedding of your dreams. He is the reason I didn’t need a planner - he will recommend vendors not because he gets commissioned but because he’ll point out the ones that have been exceptional. Indeed, they were all unbelievable. Trust me, I am a type A perfectionist and his advice was spot on. He will also have opinions on what to do and what not to do. Do yourself a favor and listen to him. He knows the property inside out and he really just wants to minimize room for error on your big day.
It was truly a fairytale wedding. See photos! -
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Andie H. Sent on 09/05/2022Magical venue with a phenomenal team
Can’t recommend Vine Hill House enough- we are so elated to have chosen them as our venue. Back in February 2020, we toured the venue for the first time. We had 4 other venue tours that day prior to seeing VHH and after VHH we felt a breath of fresh air— Dan immediately made us feel welcome and the fact that he was so on top of it gave us a huge sense of relief. He really knows how to throw a wedding and we could tell. We were about to put a deposit down but just a few days later COVID started to spiral. We put wedding planning on pause until January 2022— when we toured a few more venues and ultimately chose VHH.
Throughout the entire planning process, Dan and the team were happy to respond or give advice whenever we had a question. They have a list of vendors that they recommend and we were delighted with each of them (Trends Catering, GrapeVine Music, Olivers Bakery, Vanda Florals). VHH was also very flexible in letting us do the final walkthrough remotely — We live in Switzerland so that was very much appreciated.
Day of the wedding, Dan and his team were on top of everything- big things, little things, all the little details. Both my husband and I didn’t have to worry about anything. Having his team was a dream. The entire day ran so smoothly— many of our guests complimented on how seem-less everything ran and how it was the most beautiful venue. It really was a magical place to get married and the best day of our lives. Thank you to VHH!! Can’t recommend it enough. -
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Holly Sent on 12/17/2022
Perfect Venue - A Truly Special Place!
We are so happy that we chose to have our wedding at Vine Hill House! Dan, Jan, and their staff go truly above and beyond, the grounds are gorgeous, and the preferred vendors are top-notch. At the close of our initial meeting at Vine Hill House, we knew that it was absolutely the venue for us and booked immediately. With Dan and Vine Hill House we got a warm and genuine feeling, "homey" even, and we could tell that Dan cares about each and every event and wedding couple, unlike other Bay Area venues that we toured which felt more "corporate" and that you're simply another event in their books.
Our wedding day and the lead up couldn't have been smoother or less stressful. Dan and his staff helped us stay atop planning and they gave very helpful deadlines and suggestions along the way. Their incredible efforts and hard work in conjunction with the preferred vendors showed on our wedding day. Our guests are still raving about it!
Thanks, Dan, Jan, staff, and vendors for an amazing day that we'll always cherish! -
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Chantelle J. Sent on 09/20/2022Hidden Gem of Sonoma County
Choosing the Vine Hill House for our wedding venue was the best decision we made. The space is lovely and makes for a perfect intimate wedding. I've had guests who've been to weddings all over and said this was in their top favorites; the natural beauty was exceptional. Working with the Vine Hill House team was a breeze, and the convenience of their expertise made me confident on the wedding day. Everything went smoothly, and everyone enjoyed themselves. I recommend this place to everyone looking in the Sonoma county area. I had my dream vineyard wedding!! -
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Morgan P. Sent on 09/09/2021A Perfect and Magical Wedding Venue
From start to finish Dan and his team at Vine Hill House have been wonderful. They were very communicative especially when we had to postpone our wedding. With the years of experience under their belts they had a great day of timeline and a great list of approved vendors. The venue itself is beautiful and at night it was so magical. Dan checked in with both of us throughout the whole day and night. As well our day of coordinator, Annalisa, was courteous of all our guests and made sure everything ran smoothly. If we could replay our wedding every Saturday we would. We cannot thank them enough. -
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Sarah S. Sent on 10/02/2021Stunning property, incredible service, just do it!
We got married at Vine Hill House a little over a month ago, and I am still smiling just thinking about it. When my fiance and I got engaged we toured 12 venues throughout Napa, Sonoma, and Healdsburg and struggled to find one that didn't feel like a "wedding factory" (or that wasn't wildly overpriced). Our search was over as soon as we got out of the car at Vine Hill House!
The property is absolutely gorgeous with the best vineyard views, and while Dan and his team host dozens of weddings each year, it still feels personal and authentic. I think a huge part of this is because this is Dan's family property, and you can tell how much pride he takes in it and the experience they are providing to you and your guests. So many of our guests told us it was the most beautiful wedding they'd ever been to, even though we hardly did any extra decor — it's just that special of a venue.
On top of this, Dan's expertise and guidance is hugely helpful and allowed us to plan our wedding ourselves and save the cost of hiring a planner. They were so helpful and supportive through not one but two COVID reschedules and made our day (when it finally came!) incredibly special. I simply cannot recommend Vine Hill enough. Go see for yourself! -
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Megan M. Sent on 09/12/2022Pick this venue! (dog friendly too!)
We had our wedding at Vine Hill House in July of 2022 and it was the best decision we made for our wedding bar none. From the very start, we knew this was the right venue for us based on the care that Dan has put into converting his childhood home into an event space. You can really tell how much he loves to be a host and how the outcome of your special day means the world to him. We chose all of our vendors from the list that Dan provided, which made it easy to plan and all of our vendors were absolutely amazing! The day of our wedding was a dream, thanks in huge part to Dan and his daughter who kept the entire event running so smoothly! From the moment we arrived at the venue, we didn’t need to worry about a thing. Essentially, if you listen to Dan, you’re going to have a good time! We had so much fun, the day was beautiful, and thank you so so much to Dan, Jan, and Lily for making our wedding day so special! -
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Janine Sent on 12/18/2021Picture-perfect wedding at Vine Hill House
Vine Hill House was the ideal venue for our wedding. The staff are all professional, efficient, and make wedding planning a breeze. We worked with vendors Vine Hill suggested, and all of them were equally professional and fantastic. Vine Hill House has the perfect setting for a wedding; they have sweeping views overlooking gorgeous Sonoma County vineyards and lush gardens with beautiful flowers and plants year round. We highly recommend having a wedding or special event at Vine Hill House. -
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Lisa M. Sent on 11/04/2019Wedding Venue
Vine Hill House immediately made me cry when I stepped on property for a tour. It was such a beautiful venue that you don't need to add so much extra fluff to your wedding because the view and feel does it for you!
Dan and Dawnyel are the perfect team and are some of the most organized people i've ever met and it takes SO much stress away from you and your partner. They made so many wonderful recommendations of vendors because they know what they are talking about. It took away so much time from having to look people up. I trusted in them and so glad I did because our wedding was absolutely perfect from start to finish. They allow you to just focus on the day and having fun that you don't even realize how much work is going on in the background. They work VERY hard to make your day perfect!
Our day was better than we would have ever expected and I truly give a lot of credit to their team and the venue itself. People were taken back by the whole thing. Seriously consider getting married here, it was the best decision we ever made, besides getting married :) -
Alyssa H. Sent on 11/20/2019
Sleep Easy and Just Book Vine Hill House for The Big Day
We are STILL getting compliments about our wedding venue from all our guests. Honestly the team at Vine Hill House (VHH) is top notch and also very fun! They have done so many weddings there, where they have it dialed into a science so you don't have to worry about a thing. VHH's team also will cater to most requests and will do everything in their power to make what you'd like for the big day happen. Dawnyel the day-of wedding coordinator is a must-book, she is extremely hard working and worth every penny and her price is much cheaper than booking your own outside of the venue. Secondly VHH has nearly everything you need and a good chunk of it is already included in the price for the venue itself. Lastly planning a wedding was much easier since they already had a huge list of vendors they typically work with who know the venue really well.
I CANNOT RECOMMEND THEM ENOUGH! Stunning outdoor vineyard-like setting, convenient with a guest house to get ready in and an incredible team who really know what they are doing! -
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Anne G. Sent on 09/02/2019Exceeded Expectations
There are so many wonderful things to say about working with Vine Hill House. They treat you like family and deeply care about your experience. The venue is perfect-providing a beautiful and intimate setting for the ceremony as well as the reception. They executed everything so well. We are so glad our daughter choose Vine Hill House. Nothing could have been better! -
Justin N. Sent on 09/02/2019
Best Wedding Ever
We had our wedding at the Vine Hill House in late June 2019 and were blown away by the overall experience. From the day we met the owner there was an instant connection and walked away from that meeting feeling confident that we would be well-taken care. Dan was proactive at every step of the process and really ensured that our wedding would be flawless, which it was. Working alongside the owner is an experience you don’t get usually, but it was absolute treat and made us feel more connected with the planning of our wedding.
Throughout the process of planning, we decided to hire the venues coordinator, Dawnyel and were so happy we did. She is a top-notch coordinator and we are incredibly lucky to have had her help. She had everything 100% under control and think has a sixth sense of reading people's mind. Dawnyel and her staff really went above and beyond to create the most perfect wedding, more than we could ever imagine.
All our guests were blown away on how beautiful the venue was. From the house on the property, ceremony space, rolling hills of vineyard, old oak tree’s, mini redwood forest and the list goes on. We are still having family and friends tell us that the venue was just jaw-dropping and so much fun. The venue is truly spectacular and a must-see.
Look no further for a venue, because we can promise having your wedding at the Vine Hill House will be the smartest decision you will ever make.
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Kati P. Sent on 07/03/2019We love vine hill house!
I can't imagine getting married anywhere BUT Vine Hill House! The setting is stunning, and they keep the grounds immaculate! Our guests were in absolute awe over how beautiful the property, details, and views were! (Not to mention their wine is INSANELY delicious, and that's coming from a wine-snob!) I am so grateful we found this venue, but it's so much more than that! Dan cares so much about each couple, and all of their guests. I felt like he was either my father or uncle, that's how much I felt cared for and looked out for! There is no oversight, and he keeps the night smooth as can be! Trust him!
As for Dawnyel, wow! I think she is 6 women put into one body! She was getting things done I didn't even think about yet! She was beyond attentive to everything going on. She was delegating to vendors, coming up with solutions, decorating, fixing dresses, cleaning, setting up, you name it! All while having the best attitude, and constantly reminding me how fast the day would go by so that I could take in the moments! Even before the big day, Dan and Dawnyel both spent hours with my husband and I, guiding us through the process of planning our destination wedding, giving us suggestions and money-saving options, and graciously accepting and organizing a million shipments of wedding stuff from Florida! :)
If you want the most beautiful wedding surrounded by true professionals that care about you like family, you absolutely have to get married here!
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Nipa Sent on 06/09/2019
Hidden gem
Dan / Dawnyel & team @ VHH are superb. We planned our wedding from FL & they helped us select vendors, ship items for our decor beverages etc. They were great at communicating and very understanding to our unique family dynamics. The venue is just amazing, quiet romantic breathtaking - with that you need to spend next to nothing on decor. Our budget was more concentrated on food & Dan helped us select the caterer based on our taste. On our day the morning was cloudy a little cooler than expected. My husband text Dan and he had heaters all around dinner tables, everyone was so comfortable laughing drinking enjoying the food and ambiance. Thank you so much VHH. -
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Rachel G. Sent on 03/28/2019September 2018 Wedding
The Vine Hill staff execution and support exceeded our expectations. They have amazing vendors that make your special day perfect.
After choosing Vine Hill as our venue, they provided a "homework" packet with specified deadlines to help make sure all the details were taken care of on time and tailored to our preference. If we had any questions, they were happy to help by email and phone at any time during our planning process. As someone who stresses out easily, I am so thankful that we had the guidance and help from them.
One of my favorite parts of our experience with the staff is how hard they worked to make sure we had everything needed for our big day. I had a specific detail request which we weren't sure would work. We were looking for a Princess Horse carriage to fulfill my Cinderella dream. It took some time for us to find a company near the venue, but they made it happen! Dan got his daughter involved with the search and she found a local vendor. I wish I could have thanked her in person!!
My next favorite part of our experience is the fact that I decided to have Dawnyel as our day of assistant. It was worth it! She helped with anything we needed the whole day from set up to clean up. This part alone exceeded my expectations! I felt like my day was complete with her there by my side to help with anything. She handled all of our decorations, escort cards, receiving deliveries from vendors, etc. She told us to do nothing - she had it covered. I could go on, but I think this gets the point across.
We are so happy to have a stress free and worry-free wedding with an AMAZING view of the vineyards and beyond. Also, thankful for their dedication to making everything up through the day of go perfectly! -
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