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The Havens Country Club

The Havens Country Club

Vista, CA
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    Julia W. Sent on 07/21/2023
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    Fairytale Wedding at Vista Valley Country Club

    The venue is exceptional!! Gorgeous ceremony and reception sites! We fell in love with the architectural features from Europe and the feeling of having the place to ourselves! Laura and her team provided an incredible level of attention to detail - nothing is overlooked. This was a destination wedding for us and they made the planning process seamless. I cannot recommend Vista Valley CC highly enough.

    The Havens Country Club's reply:

    Thank you, Julia! You were all so amazing to work with and what an absolutely gorgeous wedding! Hope you come back for a visit sometime!
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    Eileen Sent on 03/14/2023
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    Absolutely stunning!

    My niece was married here in November, and it was a perfect wedding! Such a beautiful location with a lot of historical pieces from the 1700; it looked liked a castle! The staff was amazing and my niece said the team that helped her throughout the process was top-notch. I would definitely recommend this place.

    The Havens Country Club's reply:

    Thank you Eileen for the kind words. We enjoyed having you here and are so happy you enjoyed your niece's wedding!
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    Tom A. Sent on 11/21/2022
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    Very responsive and committed to ensuring a memorable experience

    The venue is beautiful, and the staff was extremely responsive during the initial meeting and tour and especially during the event. It was simply amazing, these are the words from the bride, my daughter.

    The Havens Country Club's reply:

    Thank you Tom! We are so glad everything went so well. It was a beautiful day and Kalani was a gorgeous bride!
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    Courtney C. Sent on 11/27/2021
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    Absolutely Spectacular!

    I looked all over Orange County and San Diego/Fallbrook to find the perfect wedding venue that stayed within our budget, and I just couldn't find any that felt right...until I went to the Vista Valley Country Club. The moment I drove up to the beautiful front entrance I was sold! The gorgeous wooden doors, the Tuscan Villa atmosphere, the overall vintage beauty of the place just blew me away! We got a tour with Laura, and for how much it would cost, it was such a great deal since there was just so much space to utilize such as the gorgeous ceremony site, the cute outdoor cocktail hour area, the enormous reception area inside including the beautiful bar and patio. The fact they would be transporting our guests in golf carts to the ceremony site was so fun too!

    We did have to postpone our original wedding date due to the pandemic, but the venue worked well with us to ensure we got a new date squared away and transitioned everything easily. It did tack on another securing fee to book the venue for that day, but there's not much that could have been done about that with COVID going on. Our original rehearsal dinner plans fell through because of COVID as well, but it worked out perfectly since our venue also hosts rehearsal dinners! We had our wedding rehearsal and dinner at the same place which made everything so much easier! The food was absolutely to die for and it was nice to be able to spend a relaxing night by the firepit on the patio before the wedding.

    We had Kristy as our venue coordinator, and there just isn't enough we can say to describe how amazing she truly is! She answered all of our questions, eased any stress we had with wedding planning, handled every little detail for us, and we are just so grateful for her endless advice and support throughout our 3 year wedding planning journey. My husband and I can't thank her enough for making our wedding day feel so magical!

    I'm so happy we booked with the Vista Valley Country Club! It truly was the best day ever and all of our guests had so many wonderful things to say about it! HIGHLY RECOMMEND booking this venue for any event and we can't wait to come back for future visits!

    The Havens Country Club's reply:

    Thank you so much Courtney for the amazing review! We loved working with you and Brian throughout the three years and were blessed to share your special day with you. Best of luck to you both in your future together!
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    Meghan S. Sent on 03/14/2019
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    Second choice by a hair

    We met and completed a tour with Vista Valley Country Club and the grounds were absolutely stunning. Nestled away from the golf course and the hustle and bustle of the everyday members, the ceremony and reception site if done outdoors is to die for. It was absolutely beautiful and barely fell short as our second choice. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a rustic outdoor venue!

    The Havens Country Club's reply:

    Thank you Meghan for the great review! It was a pleasure meeting you both and we wish you the best of luck with all of your plans!
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    Amelia M. Sent on 09/12/2020
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    Stunning venue and wonderful staff!!

    Kristy and Laura were great to work with! I was so grateful to be planning our wedding at a venue with such supportive and professional staff. Kristy was wonderful in helping plan the details from food to decor to day-of timing. The venue itself is truly a hidden gem! The outdoor ceremony space absolutely took my breath away. It was both natural and majestic with the oak canopy and wooden arch. Such a serene and beautiful location for a wedding!

    The Havens Country Club's reply:

    Thank you Amelia! It was our pleasure and it was great working with you as well. We wish you both the very best!
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    Kayln Sent on 12/27/2019
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    Best venue out there!

    Best venue I have ever been to! We got married here and it was like a fairy tale! The staff was so wonderful to and catered to making it a perfect day 10/10 recommend to anyone who is looking to get married!

    The Havens Country Club's reply:

    Thank you Kayln! It was such a pleasure to work with you and we wish you both a lifetime of happiness!
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    Lucy D. Sent on 12/31/2019
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    A wonderful wedding at a gorgeous venue!

    My daughter was married at Vista Valley Country Club this month and the event was flawless! Laura and Kristy worked quietly behind the scenes to allow our family and friends to enjoy the idyllic outdoor wedding site and the reception and dinner which followed. Hors d'oeuvres and wine around the fire pit followed by sumptuous food and delicious wines served in the comfort of the club dining room. High ceilings, chandeliers and great views accompanied the dinner and the service was spot on! A HIGH recommend from a delighted family!

    The Havens Country Club's reply:

    Thank you Lucy! You were all such a delight to work with and we are thrilled that you were so happy. Best of luck to you all!
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    Giselle S. Sent on 12/18/2019
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    Gorgeous location!

    Thank you Vista Valley for a perfect day! This property is gorgeous and their staff is very attentive and friendly! Highly recommend!!!!!

    The Havens Country Club's reply:

    Thank you Giselle...we loved working with you! You had an absolutely gorgeous wedding! Best wishes to you both.
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    Krista M. Sent on 12/21/2019
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    Everything we hoped for and more!

    Having our daughter’s wedding at Vista Valley Country Club was the best choice we made! Kristy Trotter was amazing to work with, right from my first contact and initial questions all the way through to the wedding day itself. As a venue, it was perfect—great location, easy to get to, yet felt tucked away in its own secluded valley. The ceremony area combines a gorgeous natural setting with enough shade to keep guests comfortable and the pergola was lovely even before the flowers we added. The site also has unique antique gates and doors that proved to be stunning backdrops for the wedding photos. The reception area is also perfect—plenty of room to seat our 130 guests, with a central dance floor and more amazing French country antique furnishings. The dinner was delicious and served just the way we wanted. Every staff member we met was kind, professional and extra helpful. Feel confident if you choose this venue—you will have the wedding of your dreams!!

    The Havens Country Club's reply:

    Thank you Krista for the kind words! We loved working with you all! It was an absolutely beautiful day filled with love and support for Juliet and John!
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    Patricia F. Sent on 12/19/2019
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    Amazing property & memorable experience!

    Vista Valley Country Club is an amazing property! My son was married there last month and the staff's attention to detail and service is superb and the food was delicious! Most of all it was one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen rich with antiques and history. I highly recommend this venue to any bride and groom!

    The Havens Country Club's reply:

    Thank you Patricia ... it was a pleasure to work with you and everyone involved with such a special day!
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    Joanna Sent on 09/20/2017
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    We had such an amazing experience with Constance and the Vista Valley crew. We completely fell in love with the venue, and were so excited they were open on the day we chose. From there we had nothing but understanding, flexibility, open communication and responsiveness from all of the staff. Our buffet tasting was amazing and all of our guests raved about the food. They set up everything perfectly, accommodated our vendors in top notch fashion, helped us out with every detail, it made our day completely perfect! Thank you!
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    Chelsea Sent on 07/21/2017
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    After touring at least a dozen venues in the San Diego and Orange County area, we selected the Vista Valley Country Club to host our wedding. The natural setting, blossoming rose bushes, the flowing creek and pond, gorgeous French antiques, and pristine, regal club house made us like Vista Valley Country Club. However, what sealed the deal for us was the site's AMAZING wedding coordinator, Christina. Both during the initial tour, through out the planning process, and on our wedding day, Christina was easy-going, sweet, and tremendously competent, organized and professional. Christina and this venue have a "make it work" philosophy, meaning that if the couple desires something for their wedding, VVCC will bend over backwards to see that the couple gets their wish. They truly want to make each wedding perfect and exactly what the couple wants. VVCC only hosts one wedding each weekend, and the club is closed to members the evening of the wedding. This appealed to me, as some venues host multiple weddings the same day and it can feel like a cattle call. The food at VVCC is delicious and feels like a 5-star meal, as opposed to catered food. They also have a nice variety of wine. While we opted to have both our reception and ceremony outdoors, the VVCC has a beautiful clubhouse that was recently restored to look like a French chateau. The owners are collectors of French antiques so there are gems throughout the property. The wedding ceremony site is behind large French gates, in a rose garden. It feels far away from the world and was the perfect setting for the mood we wanted. Also, the bride and groom dressing rooms are far and away the nicest, largest rooms that I saw at any venue!While the venue is not inexpensive, I think it is a great deal compared to other venues we looked at nearby. In sum, I feel extremely lucky to have found the "hidden gem" of California wedding venues, and can't imagine a more perfect site to hold a wedding!
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    Nichelle Sent on 04/12/2017
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    The venue is gorgeous. There is plenty of parking. There are lots of options. Christina, the wedding manager, is THE BEST person you will ever work with. Flawless. Enjoyed the entire experience at this venue.
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    Pascale Sent on 02/20/2017
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    I had my dream wedding here last October 2016! I originally wanted to get married in a French castle in France, but my husband said it wasn't feasible since his grandparents could not travel far. :( Thus, I was on a search for a local venue that could accommodate my wedding aspirations. After doing tons of research on venues in LA and OC, I came across this little gem in San Diego that blew everything out of the water. I was super excited to find out that the owners of the venue newly renovated the country club and imported several items from France. Upon my first tour to the venue, I knew right away it was the one. The venue is absolutely breathtaking and it was designed to look like a French chateau. It was everything I was looking for and more. Our guests at our wedding even complimented that it was the most beautiful wedding they ever been to. Here's the thing, there are a lot of beautiful wedding venues in So. Cal, but a lot of the venues, although have tons of characters look really run down and dated inside. This is what made VVCC stand out from the rest. Not only did it have so much character from the outside but it was so gorgeous, clean and brand new feel in the inside of the venue.

    Our entire experience at VVCC and planning our wedding at this venue was so seamless primarily because of the Catering & Sales Manager, Christina Van Houten. She is so pleasant and amazing to work with! From the first day I inquired about the venue, to the tour, to the booking and to the day of the wedding....she provided the utmost service!! She was so open to answering all of my emails and questions (and trust me I had tons as a bride!). She was one of the major contributors that helped execute our dream wedding at VVCC.
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    Jenna Sent on 04/15/2016
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    This venue is the absolute best in San Diego! After viewing 4 other venues and being incredibly disappointed for what you received at each (for quite a chunk of change), we heard about Vista Valley from a friend who had attended a wedding there years ago. It had since been completely renovated, and it is absolutely stunning. The value here is incredible! The ceremony site is outdoors, surrounded with lush greenery and a large wood arch. There is a TON of space for photos with family and friends, and behind the ceremony site has some really beautiful spots. The inside of the country club is so well done, it is just gorgeous. Pictures don't do it justice. They really spent a lot of time to make this place beautiful. We felt like we didn't have to spend as much on décor, because the venue was so gorgeous already! Tanya, our coordinator at VVCC, was awesome. She was very responsive and helpful in organizing our day. It went perfectly! The country club is definitely a more secluded venue, but it felt private and spacious and was exactly what we wanted. I am hoping I'll get to attend another wedding there in the future!!
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    This venue is the best out there. If you can afford it then it is a must. Outdoor ceremony is woodsy with some water features. It had beautiful rustic gate doors that open to a walkway that leads to a arbor. Very natural feeling. Indoor reception is decorated with high vaulted ceilings that have giant chandeliers. All the decor is from France and has just been renovated in the past couple years. There is plenty of space for about 175 guests but can accommodate more. The food is also divine. It is hard to come by a venue that offers food that comes to the guests warm and tasting amazing! Our guests raved about how delicious the food was. The staff are friendly and will try to accommodate any request you have as well. Highly recommend this venue for your wedding! It is a hidden and unknown secret!
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    I got married here at the end of 2015. This venue did not disappoint. It is a hidden gem. I grew up in the area and had been to it multiple times for family dinners but had not been in a few years and since then they have completely renovated this place with items from all over France and Europe. IT IS TO DIE FOR!

    Beautiful outdoor ceremony site. Grass seating, beautiful wooden pergola, water fountains and tons of trees for a woodsy feel. The area got shaded so our guests didn't have the sun in their eyes which was nice. There are these beautiful massive french gates at the entrance of the ceremony site that offer a rustic flair. The reception site is massive. Comfortably fits 175 guests we were able to fit 180. There is a separate bar area which allows guests to hang out during cocktail hour which has two adjoining patios with firepits. We had our photobooth in this area which allows guests to spread out during the night and not feel confined to their table or crowded. The reception has massive chandeliers hanging from the ceiling and all of the decor is tastefully ornate. The bathrooms also are something our guests raved about because of how clean, pretty and large they were. The food is provided by the chef on site and they have a wonderful menu to choose from. All of the food was delish! During the morning you can arrive at 8am to start getting ready! Good luck finding a place that can let you in that early. It was so nice to spend the whole morning getting ready, eating and relaxing before the wedding. And the space for the girls to get ready is massive.

    This venue will not disappoint. They do have a minimum price you have to spend on food and drink to have a wedding there though and I believe it is $10,000. But if you have a large guest list its not hard to surpass that price.
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    This venue is beautiful and the price is unbeatable. We searched high and low for a rehearsal dinner venue and all were out of our price range for the amount of people we needed, until we found this place. They have an indoor and outdoor room depending on your party size and they even set up the little bit of decor that I brought. The food was amazing and we got to hang out and enjoy the place into the evening. To enjoy the Club you have to be a member unless you are using it for an event like we were so it felt very exclusive to be able to have our dinner at such a beautiful and fancy place!
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