FAQs
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What's the venue's address?
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Loma Vista Gardens 47540 CA-1 Big Sur, CA 93920 For more information about the venue, please visit: LomaVistaGardens.com
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How do I get there?
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Loma Vista Gardens is directly off of CA-1, located next to the infamous Big Sur Bakery. Either way, we recommend you fill up your tanks before heading into the National Forest to save money on gas. However, not to worry! There are gas stations within a 2-mile radius of the venue. ---- If you plan to drive south on CA-1, the venue will be on the right-hand side. If you've passed the Ventana Campground, you've gone too far south. If you plan to drive north on CA-1, the venue will be on the left-hand side. If you passed the Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park sign, you've gone too far north.
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Is parking available on-site?
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Yes! Parking passes are available for only 40 vehicles (and we have 125 amazing guests), and two valets will organize the parking of guest cars. Parking Directions: Please park in the upper parking lot on the south side of the property, taking a hard right immediately after the Shell station (if coming from the North) Or, also from the North, you can enter the driveway and go past the Bakery, and through the gas station, and then right up the hill into the upper lot. The garden's main entrance is behind the giant rusted metal gates. Please consider carpooling! If you are planning to drive and have empty seats in your car, please contact us. We'd be happy to help coordinate. An FYI - it "looks" like there is gravel parking across the street from the venue. However, that area is not official parking. We were made aware that the park rangers may give you a ticket or tow your car should you choose to park in that area. Please follow the signs for the Valet.
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What time should I arrive?
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We recommend arriving between 2:45 PM - 3:00 PM to ensure that the valets have enough time to park your cars.
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Is the venue indoor or outdoor?
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Loma Vista Gardens is 100% outdoors.
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What will the weather be like?
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Big Sur is a beautiful coastal town located on HWY 1. Although May is the end of Spring, we cannot guarantee hot summer weather along the unpredictable coastal line of California. It can get pretty cold at night! We’d recommend bringing a warm jacket and/or a scarf to make sure you are warm during evening activities. We’ll be watching the weather closely and keep everyone posted when we get closer to the wedding date.
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Is there dress code?
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Black tie / festive - dress to impress! 💃
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What type of shoes should I wear?
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Loma Vista Gardens is an outdoor venue with lots of stairs and different terrains. Ladies, we’d recommend against stiletto heels - but you do you boo!
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Are there reserved wedding colors?
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Yes, the bridal party will be in a range from sage green to forest green - and, of course, the bride will be in all white!
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Can I wear white?
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Nope, white is reserved for the bride. If in doubt - say nope 😎
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Can I bring a +1 or a date?
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Unfortunately, due to budget and space limitations, we simply can't afford for all of our lovely guests to bring a guest of their own. Therefore, we kindly ask our guests to please not bring a plus one, unless they are specifically named on the invitation.
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Are our kids allowed?
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We adore all of your kids and would love to celebrate with everyone! However, we respectfully request that this special day be an adults-only wedding reception. Thank you for your understanding 🙏.
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Is it a dog-friendly venue?
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Carmel is a beautiful scenic area that has many dog-friendly beaches and trails. We respectfully request that you please leave your fur babies at your hotel during the wedding festivities if you decide to bring them with you during your trip.
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Will food be served?
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Yes! We don’t want anyone to go hungry.
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Will there be an open bar?
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Of course! Who do you think we are 😜 BUT party accordingly and drive home safe!
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What are the unbreakable rules?
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Unbreakable rule #1: RSVP promptly Unbreakable rule #2: Drink responsibly Unbreakable rule #3: HAVE FUN
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What if I don’t RSVP on time?
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Unfortunately, we will not be able to accommodate you. We will need to provide vendors an exact number by a set date. Reminders will be sent ❤️