Shortly after the engagement, the date is set and a location is chosen. When the couple is more non-traditional and unique, finding the perfect venue can be challenging. If you’d rather strut in cowboy boots, see your guests in big floppy hats, or spend an evening tasting great wines, these things should somehow be incorporated into your wedding day; to be shared with your closest friends and family. I was contacted about the Thacher Winery, and I was impressed with its rustic elegance. The venue, captured so nicely by Peer Johnson, is located in Paso Robles, California, and has the perfect combination of rustic and elegance and the charm of a Southern Belle.

For your wedding, you’ll have exclusive use of the 52 acre property, which includes their 1920’s barn, the winery, the tasting room, and the vineyard, all providing amazing opportunities for lasting photos. Don’t be surprised if a cute little four-legged animal stops to join in. If you’re looking for a venue that’s different, rustic, elegant, and unique, ThacherWinery is a great place to consider.