Tucked away in the hills of Sunol is Elliston Vineyards. The property - with its historic stone mansion, lush grounds, and secluded Terrace Room offers a unique and picturesque atmosphere that is sure to provide an enjoyable and memorable experience for any occasion. We encourage you to visit Elliston, tour the estate, taste the wines, and enjoy your time at this old-world property.
I had gone and seen 10+ venues and by the time I got to Elliston I knew it was the one. It's a beautiful venue with a stone manor, ceremony gazebo and lawn, wooden cocktail patio adorned with lights, and reception room with a high ceiling and natural light. However, the real added value are the on-site coordinators.
I had gone and seen 10+ venues and by the time I got to Elliston I knew it was the one. It's a beautiful venue with a stone manor, ceremony gazebo and lawn, wooden cocktail patio adorned with lights, and reception room with a high ceiling and natural light. However, the real added value are the on-site coordinators.
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The Elliston Vineyards estate was built by Henry Hiram Ellis. After 4 years, Henry had "made good" and sailed back to his home state of Maine to marry his love, Elizabeth Capen. Soon after in 1853, they set sail for San Francisco, a rough, unruly and lawless city. He then became captain and owner of a riverboat, a Pacific trading vessel, and a laborer at odd jobs in San Francisco.
Donna moved to Elliston Vineyards at the age of 7 and grew up on the property. She took over the business when her parents retired and has been planning and coordinating events since 1982. Today Donna is the co-owner and Vice President of Elliston Vineyards. With hundreds of weddings under her belt, Donna is the expert at all things wedding.
Celebrate the moms in your life with our Chef inspired buffet and a mimosa bar served in our beautiful Terrace Room. We just got married at Elliston, and holy cow we want to do it over again every weekend! Madeline was the best day of coordinator we could have asked for. The day of went off without any issues!
Elliston has been featured in many styled event shoots, commercials, short films, commercial shoots, and films. Our visitors are welcome to take photography and videos during their visit with handheld cameras and camera phones. For guests wanting to take portrait sessions, professional photography, or commercial photography, please see the information below.
Nestled in the hills of Sunol, is Elliston Vineyards. Our dramatic stone mansion, vineyards, and gardens are the perfect backdrop for weddings. Our large Terrace Room and patio provide an intimate and elegant setting, and we are conveniently located in the historic Livermore Valley Wine Country.
Garden-style ceremonies are held outdoors alongside our historic stone mansion in a garden brimming with native flora including an expansive lawn and gazebo.Vineyards surround the ceremony, while a gorgeous hundred- year tree provides shade for wedding guests. A short walkway takes you to our Terrace Room, a secluded reception room set into the hillside.
Garden-style ceremonies are held outdoors alongside our historic stone mansion in a garden brimming with native flora including an expansive lawn and gazebo.Vineyards surround the ceremony, while a gorgeous hundred- year tree provides shade for wedding guests. A short walkway takes you to our Terrace Room, a secluded reception room set into the hillside.
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Fred B.
Feb 03, 2022
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Daisy T.
Jan 19, 2022
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This is more like 3.5 stars for me. This review is strictly for Elliston Vineyards as a wedding venue.
I had my wedding here in June 2021. It was originally scheduled for July 2020, but y'know, COVID. Elliston wasn't our dream venue, but it worked for our budget and what we wanted to offer our guests (for the most part) - open bar, good food, and dancing. We were originally aiming for around 220 guests, but when the wedding finally happened, we were down to about 170. Overall, I'm satisfied with how everything turned out. I'd say it is more of our personal budgetary constraints
I had my wedding here in June 2021. It was originally scheduled for July 2020, but y'know, COVID. Elliston wasn't our dream venue, but it worked for our budget and what we wanted to offer our guests (for the most part) - open bar, good food, and dancing. We were originally aiming for around 220 guests, but when the wedding finally happened, we were down to about 170. Overall, I'm satisfied with how everything turned out. I'd say it is more of our personal budgetary constraints
Saad H.
Jan 16, 2022
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Overall, our take on Elliston is that you get what you pay for. The day of our wedding was wonderful. The before and after in dealing with Elliston was awful. Why a company that provides such a good end product would want to leave such a bad experiential memory with their clients is beyond me. Bottom line is you will have a great wedding day with Elliston, but buyer beware: if anything goes wrong, prepare for Elliston to not be there to help you (and possibly make things even more difficult).
The good: Much less expensive than comparable venues; ostriches; beautiful grounds; food quality
The good: Much less expensive than comparable venues; ostriches; beautiful grounds; food quality
Danet P.
Jan 14, 2022
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This place was very pleasant and calm , in the beautiful Hills of Sunol , outside Vineyard was relaxing environment just to connect to nature , urself and ur love one with a nice bottle of wine , nuts , great weather . Services was also a plus . I enjoyed myself very much and I recommend this Vineyard .
Brandon Y.
Nov 24, 2021
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Recently discovered that the Sunol/Livermore/Pleasanton area has a lot of different wineries and came up for a Sunday tasting with my partner, Amy T., and fellow Yelp Elite Jasmine P. and our group of six friends - the first thing we noticed was ostriches. There's a little area near the parking lot with four tall ostriches, which was really unique!
Luckily it wasn't too busy, so we were promptly seated in a shaded tasting area by our kind and attentive host, Angel. There were EIGHT wines on the tasting menu, and at only $15pp, it's a pretty nice deal! The wines themselves were a
Luckily it wasn't too busy, so we were promptly seated in a shaded tasting area by our kind and attentive host, Angel. There were EIGHT wines on the tasting menu, and at only $15pp, it's a pretty nice deal! The wines themselves were a
Becca P.
Oct 27, 2021
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This was by FAR the best experience I've ever had at a winery.
I actually saw this winery advertised on Facebook and looked into it on Yelp. I was intrigued because it carried moscato (my favorite wine) and it was stunning!
As soon as you walk in, you see two ostriches by the front and we all greeted them
For the tasting itself, they do have a food menu with small bite plates. They had a charcuterie board and escargot which we got. The escargot was delicious and never would've guessed a winery to have them!
Our server was Jeff and a woman with short black hair (forget her name
I actually saw this winery advertised on Facebook and looked into it on Yelp. I was intrigued because it carried moscato (my favorite wine) and it was stunning!
As soon as you walk in, you see two ostriches by the front and we all greeted them
For the tasting itself, they do have a food menu with small bite plates. They had a charcuterie board and escargot which we got. The escargot was delicious and never would've guessed a winery to have them!
Our server was Jeff and a woman with short black hair (forget her name
Ray H.
Oct 04, 2021
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This place has so much. Amazing venue, spacious, idyllic, and very intimate. But I think if the staff had some additional hospitality training and if the menu was completely re-done, this can easily be a 5-star joint.
The wife and I came here for the first time to do a tasting, and it was overall pretty worth it. Well-curated wine list, friendly ostriches, and overall a low-key spot.
But minus a star for the staff, which could've been more attentive. When we got there, we ended up wandering around, trying to look for where we check in. When we were seated, we ended up switching tables after
The wife and I came here for the first time to do a tasting, and it was overall pretty worth it. Well-curated wine list, friendly ostriches, and overall a low-key spot.
But minus a star for the staff, which could've been more attentive. When we got there, we ended up wandering around, trying to look for where we check in. When we were seated, we ended up switching tables after
Emily W.
Oct 01, 2021
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My husband and I got married here in September 2021. We were originally scheduled in May of 2020, but had to postpone due to the pandemic.
Pros: Venue is beautiful! It was everything we could imagine. Our Day of Coordinator was attentive and very responsive to our questions and emails leading up to the wedding. She did a good job at checking in on us to make sure we were happy. We had to rebook 2 times and each time the staff was quick to give us available dates. The food was delicious! All in all, it was our wedding day and it's going to be amazing and special regardless.
Cons: If you
Pros: Venue is beautiful! It was everything we could imagine. Our Day of Coordinator was attentive and very responsive to our questions and emails leading up to the wedding. She did a good job at checking in on us to make sure we were happy. We had to rebook 2 times and each time the staff was quick to give us available dates. The food was delicious! All in all, it was our wedding day and it's going to be amazing and special regardless.
Cons: If you
Debbie F.
Sep 27, 2021
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I usually love Elliston. The lovely grounds, friendly servers, and cute ostriches make it a unique hidden gem. However.... the $17 "charcuterie board" was made with food I could've found rummaging through my refrigerator. Kraft American cheese slices cut in fourths??!!! What?!?! Please Elliston, do your customers a favor and either stop serving "charcuterie" or up your game to one soft cheese (Brie) one hard cheese (Gouda???) and perhaps a blue cheese. American cheese, cubed pepper Jack cheese, Keebler crackers, a few pieces of salami and some grapes doesn&apos
Bee N.
Sep 12, 2021
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Ok so I love Elliston. The venue is amazing. It's comfy and beautiful. The staff is friendly and helpful. The champagne for my wedding came from here so if you need champagne that appeals to everyone, you can't go wrong with Elliston champagne. It's so consistently good. 5 stars for the champagne alone. Totally worth it.
The reason for the 3 stars - we did a tasting and ordered a charcuterie platter which we have had before and it was good but this time ... I'm posting a picture because I don't think anyone would believe it. Pepperoni, keebler club crackers and Kraft singles
The reason for the 3 stars - we did a tasting and ordered a charcuterie platter which we have had before and it was good but this time ... I'm posting a picture because I don't think anyone would believe it. Pepperoni, keebler club crackers and Kraft singles
Laura N.
Jul 10, 2021
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We had our wedding at Elliston last week, which was rescheduled from last summer due to pandemic. I want to note that Elliston was extremely accommodating, kind, helpful and sensitive about the entire rescheduling process. I've heard horror stories from other couples with weddings planned through other venues that were not as accommodating, and I'm so grateful that Elliston made everything so easy for us, specifically Kimberley and Donna. I can't thank them enough for their kindness and understanding surrounding the situation, when I'm sure they were also hurting as a business
Natalie M.
Jul 01, 2021
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I had a fantastic time here. They had food this time around from a caterer and boy was that good (birria tacos that were to die for).
They have an extensive wine list and it's very well-priced! Tastings are $10? And you get to taste delicious wines. I loved trying the rose and the other varieties. I took a few bottles home and they were delicious at a picnic near the beach.
Very satisfied with my experience here and it's also such a beautiful location. There are ostriches nearby too. So fun!
They have an extensive wine list and it's very well-priced! Tastings are $10? And you get to taste delicious wines. I loved trying the rose and the other varieties. I took a few bottles home and they were delicious at a picnic near the beach.
Very satisfied with my experience here and it's also such a beautiful location. There are ostriches nearby too. So fun!
Sandy S.
Jun 29, 2021
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On May 23, 2021 I attended my friend's birthday celebration held at Elliston Vineyards and received a terrible service. Our server, Tammy, had a very rude unwelcoming attitude and did not fulfill the vineyard service offers and agreements. She never greeted us nor properly introduced herself (we had to ask her for her name). Prior to our arrival, we gave the winery a call to set up a table for 10. Tammy who answered the call, did not set up the table upon our arrival. We were only server 1 flavor of wine as suppose to be 8 different flavors and we were very disappointed that we did not get
Helen N.
Jun 29, 2021
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I don't even know where to begin. I would not even give a star but there is no zero.
I attended my friend's birthday party and never had such bad service from Tammy. We made wine tasting reservation and called ahead of time to let her know we are on our way
When we got there, we had no table or got an apology. We had to wait 45 minutes for our table. Finally Tammy set a small table without chairs right at the entrance stairs. She told us to go get our own chairs. We paid $96 for just 1 glass of wine tasting when we supposed to get 8 glasses and snacks. She ignored us and served other
I attended my friend's birthday party and never had such bad service from Tammy. We made wine tasting reservation and called ahead of time to let her know we are on our way
When we got there, we had no table or got an apology. We had to wait 45 minutes for our table. Finally Tammy set a small table without chairs right at the entrance stairs. She told us to go get our own chairs. We paid $96 for just 1 glass of wine tasting when we supposed to get 8 glasses and snacks. She ignored us and served other
Ken C.
Jun 28, 2021
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Worst wine experience I ever had. Definitely never would come back. To make a long story shot. We had a hall reserved for a birthday celebration for a group of 30 with all we can drink wines for $25 per person. Arrived at 6 pm and didn't see anyone serving our group. I didn't see any wine glasses but a few dirty champagne glasses. There were a few bottles of wines opened, but all tasted very nasty and old. After a few sips I call it a quit. A lady show up toward the end of the night with rude attitude to ask us to clean up. You got to be kidding me, asking the guest to clean up
Crystal H.
Jun 25, 2021
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We got married at Elliston Vineyards and it was perfect for us. We had a wedding of about 120, years and everyone had a wonderful time. It was beautiful, from the views of the hills, the wonderful shade, gorgeous stone mansion, and intimate experience. We are looking forward to coming back for events and wine tasting! I wish we could do it again! Very helpful coordinators- thank you Brooke, Kimberley, and Donna!
Priya K.
Jun 18, 2021
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Relaxing beautiful joint that triples up as an event venue and wine tasting room and farmhouse with ostriches and hens. They curate a set of wines from many vineyards and throws in some home grown ones too. $10 to taste 8 wines? Amazing value for this day and age. The wines change every month. When I visited, white and roses are pretty good, they were from Napa/Sonoma and we ended up buying a bottle of the brust rose. The reds were so-so. They also serve some short eats to go with the wine. There's a small castle like building surrounded by lush gardens. The wine tasting is currently on the
Liz N.
May 02, 2021
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Cute vineyard that has ostriches running in a pen close by. I didn't get photos as this was my second winery of the day but they were enormous.
They wine tasting here was just ok nothing stood out but Jeff one of our servers was great so the extra star is fit his interaction with my party.
Pass on the food if you can but we were starving.
They wine tasting here was just ok nothing stood out but Jeff one of our servers was great so the extra star is fit his interaction with my party.
Pass on the food if you can but we were starving.
Sylvia R.
Mar 08, 2021
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