The Venue
Oak Tree Court
Situated outside the Tasting Room, nestled under romantic oak trees, Oak Tree Court is the most romantic evening area to be found anywhere. The Giracci grounds are surrounded by jasmine, rose and lavender gardens. During the daytime beautiful horses and expert equestrians can be viewed in the Hunter/Jumper arena. Evening provides a romantic, magical atmosphere of twinkle lit trees and cool breezes. Oak Tree Court’s paths lead down to the main stairway on the property, where the original fountain from the Ambassador Hotel can be found.
Seating for 100-200 guests can be accommodated in this area. It is best for larger events, and those that will be going into the night.
Pricing available upon request.
Stone Cottage Patio & BBQ
The cottage on the property offers two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, with a combination of hardwood flooring and luxurious carpeting. The living room boasts a variety of entertainment options, including a flat screen TV, DVD player and Wii video game console, all of which can be enjoyed while sitting in one of the overstuffed chairs or comfy leather couch nestled on top of oriental carpet. During the winter, the original stone, wood-burning fireplace offers comfort and charm to boarders, allowing a homey feeling, along with central heating to keep other rooms toasty as well. The wooden shutters allow guests to bring light in or keep it out, while the wooden panelling on the walls makes the cottage feel rustic and nicely aged, like a good wine.
The cottage also has central air conditioning for those warm summer nights. Along with a full kitchen, dining alcove and formal dining area for six or more, with wrought iron sconce wall lamps and a wrought-iron and a hand-painted chandelier, the cottage has two furnished patios, one in the front and one in the back, to enjoy the view and the fresh air. The furnished bedrooms boast comfortable beds, and the master bathroom throws people into another time with the decadent claw-foot bathtub.
The Barbeque area, located to the front of the cottage, has a large bar with all kinds of fun surprises. On the left side of the horse-shoe shaped bar is a fire pit there to ward off the chill of evenings in the country. In the middle, there is a barbeque. And on the right side of the bar, a flat screen TV pops out of the stone, allowing guests to watch the big game, or a couple new to wedded bliss to show everyone what led them to one another. Surrounded by stone pylons topped with cascading flower pots and romantic lighting, and a wrought-iron trellis that will flower come spring, the patio encompasses romance and style.
Located to the front of the property, this area can accommodate 200 people for sit down service. It can also be tented, if desired, with advanced notice.
Pricing available upon request.
The Tasting Room
This is an elegant Country French style room built in the 1920’s Riverrock style with a large, ornate, hand-carved wood, granite and copper bar. The iron-work, chandelier and soft lighting make it perfect for a cocktail reception.
The tasting room, located at the end of the entrance road, is done in the French provincial style with an ornately carved wood, granite and copper bar, and a chandelier which adds a soft, romantic lighting to the already serene atmosphere. The patio offers breathtaking views of the property and the hills in the distance, with a sweeping staircase that leads guests from the tasting room down to the Oak Tree Court.
The Tasting Room, with use of the balcony, is the perfect location for a cocktail reception or small sit-down service. When combined with Oak Tree Court, these two areas create an elegant yet rustic locale suitable for every occasion.
Pricing available upon request.
Wishing Well Court
Wishing Well Court is located centrally on the property. The 21 foot, craftsman style river-rock and slate gazebo creates the perfect scene for a ceremony while at the same time maintaining the magical ambiance of the property. The site of the original stone well for the Jackson Ranch Home, it is a fairytale area that makes people believe a wish made might really come true.
Wishing Well Court is a large, open hard surface (decomposed granite) surrounded by grass, gardens and pedestrian paths. Nearby there is a river rock open air fireplace and, of course, the wishing well, both built in the 1920’s and original to the property, providing a historically rustic setting. The gazebo is perfect for a wedding ceremony or the host table seating for receptions, larger outdoor or tented semi-indoor events. This area can accommodate seating for 200.
