4.7
Verified reviews from real couples
European-Inspired Wedding Venue
Holds ceremonies and receptions
We celebrated our wedding at Europa, and the experience was nothing short of amazing. From the exceptional service to our kind, professional, and attentive coordinator, Kayla, every detail was handled with care. The venue was absolutely stunning, creating the perfect setting for our special day, and the food was delicious. We are truly grateful to the entire team for making our wedding so memorable. We highly recommend Europa to anyone looking for a beautiful venue, outstanding service, and an unforgettable wedding experience.
Kamila Z.
5.0
Where do we even begin to say thank you for such an amazing wedding experience at Europa Village?
When you start planning a wedding or reception, you picture something beautiful in your mind and hope it can come to life—the setting, the food, the ambiance—those magical few hours that reflect months of planning. Europa Village didn’t just meet those expectations—they exceeded them in every possible way.
Working with the wedding team, Katie and Kayla, was an absolute pleasure. They are truly dedicated to bringing your vision to life, and they do it with patience, kindness, and professionalism every step of the way.
Chef Hani completely outdid himself. From the stunning presentation to the incredible food stations (a perfect alternative to the traditional plated meal), everything was beyond exceptional—honestly, a “12” out of 10! The salsa display and the “dessert land” were unforgettable highlights, and the addition of the Italian gelato cart was the perfect sweet ending to an already magical evening.
Everything was PERFECT. There are moments I wish I could go back and relive that night—yes, even with my tired feet!
A heartfelt thank you to the entire team at Europa Village for creating such an unforgettable experience.
Lexi B.
5.0
Heather El Guindy
DIRECTOR OF CATERING
Allow us to set the scene for a wedding as spectacular as your love story with any number of extraordinary locations inspired by the landscapes and architecture of Spain, Italy and France.
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
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Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
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Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
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Ballroom
Garden
Hotel
Restaurant
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Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Bar Rental
Cakes & Desserts
Cupcakes
Other Desserts
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Destination Wedding Planning
Food & Catering
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Transportation
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Meet the team
Heather El Guindy
Director of Catering
Heather El Guindy is a prominent leader and mentor in the Events industry. She has proven herself as a motivated and driven self-starter with a positive attitude and a drive for challenges.
Currently, she secures a position as Director of over 400 events a year.
El Guindy honed her event and sales experience working for the following brands, UFC GYM Corporate Office, Mr. Olympia LLC, Warner Bros Records, Entertainment Fusion Group, Harrison & Shriftman, while being a freelance Wedding and Event Coordinator for the last 15 years.
El Guindy sharpened her sales, marketing, event planning and production skills with multiple practices, including experiences in New York City, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Las Vegas, San Diego, and the European markets.
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Europa Village is lauded as a stunning, Europe-like wedding destination with beautiful architecture and versatile ceremony and reception spaces. Guests praised the attentive, professional event staff and seamless coordination. The food and catering were repeatedly described as exceptional, creative, and plentiful. Many recommend Europa for a stress-free, unforgettable wedding experience.Review photos
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Danielle S
Highlighted review.
5.0
10/19/2025
🌿 Europa Village — A Dream Destination Brought to Life
Our wedding at Europa Village was nothing short of extraordinary — an experience that transcended the expectations of a typ...
ical California winery wedding. Split between Vienza and parts of Bolero, this venue is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and design. From the moment you arrive, you can see the care and artistry that went into every stone, archway, and courtyard. The founders and their team clearly prioritized quality, authenticity, and architectural harmony. The seamless transition between the Spanish warmth of Bolero and the Italian romance of Vienza is a sensory journey in itself — it truly feels as though you’ve stepped from Temecula straight into Europe.
🍽 Culinary Excellence Beyond Compare
And the food — oh, the food! Chef Hany and his team are, without exaggeration, culinary visionaries. Each of our events — the welcome party, cocktail hour, wedding reception, and farewell brunch — offered a distinct, unforgettable dining experience.
Our welcome party was the perfect balance of elegant and lively, with interactive food stations and thoughtful bites that set the tone for an incredible weekend. The cocktail hour dazzled guests with luxurious touches — caviar, Italian classics, an artful charcuterie station, and inventive hors d’oeuvres that felt like a preview to something extraordinary.
For our wedding dinner, we told Chef Hany that our goal was to create a meal that felt like family — a nod to my husband’s Italian roots, but with a twist that our guests would never forget. What he delivered was a six-course culinary journey that could rival any Michelin-starred experience. The pasta wheel service — prepared tableside by the executive chef himself — remains one of the most talked-about highlights of our wedding weekend.
Finally, our farewell brunch paid tribute to my Hispanic and Spanish heritage, featuring handmade tortillas and the crown jewel — homemade menudo. Every dish was not only delicious but deeply personal, making the entire weekend a reflection of us as a couple.
🌟 Service on Par with a Five-Star Resort
Europa Village’s customer service truly sets them apart. The level of attentiveness and professionalism mirrored that of a St. Regis resort. Throughout the weekend, their staff anticipated every need, often solving issues before they even reached us. Every guest — not just the bride and groom — felt cared for. Our family and friends still comment on how friendly, accommodating, and genuinely passionate the Europa team was.
💐 A Team That Made Magic Possible
We owe a huge debt of gratitude to Heather El Guindy and her exceptional events team, who worked seamlessly alongside our event designer, Michelle Garibay. Ours was a large-scale, three-day celebration with countless moving parts, and it simply could not have been executed without their expertise, grace, and coordination.
And, of course, a special shoutout to Max Lotorto, the mixology maestro behind our signature cocktails. As someone from the beverage industry, my husband had a clear vision for the bar program — and Max brought it to life flawlessly. Not only were the cocktails exquisite, but Max personally ensured we always had fresh drinks (and plenty of water!) throughout the evening.
Europa Village will forever hold a special place in our hearts. It’s not just a venue — it’s a world-class destination that brings people together through architecture, flavor, and heartfelt hospitality.
Kamila Z
5.0
7/23/2026
We celebrated our wedding at Europa, and the experience was nothing short of amazing. From the exceptional service to our kind, professional, and attentive coordinator, Kayla, ever...
y detail was handled with care. The venue was absolutely stunning, creating the perfect setting for our special day, and the food was delicious. We are truly grateful to the entire team for making our wedding so memorable. We highly recommend Europa to anyone looking for a beautiful venue, outstanding service, and an unforgettable wedding experience.
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Jordan D
2.0
6/16/2026
The only reason Europa Village receives two stars is because the venue itself is beautiful and the food is very good. Beyond that, our experience was consistently disappointing.
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e booked Europa Village through The Knot and expected a level of service that matched the premium price point. Instead, we encountered poor communication, disorganization, and multiple operational issues from the planning process through the wedding day itself.
Our event coordinator was extremely difficult to work with. Emails frequently went unanswered, and when responses did come, only portions of our questions were addressed, requiring repeated follow-ups. Communication became even worse as the wedding approached. During the week of our wedding, responses stopped almost entirely, and we only saw our coordinator briefly on the day of the event.
The hotel operations were equally disorganized. We reserved all of the casitas for our bridal party months in advance, yet hotel staff attempted to charge my husband an additional $2,000 because they could not locate the correct contract on their end. We were forced to prove the terms of an agreement that had already been finalized.
Couples should also be aware that the initial quote provided by Europa Village represents the bare minimum. Nearly everything is an additional charge. While upgrades and add-ons are common in the wedding industry, we found other Temecula wineries to be far more transparent about costs upfront.
The most concerning issues occurred on our wedding day.
We paid to have the Italian Village reserved and closed to the public for our event. Despite this, patrons were still walking through the property and inside the tasting room well beyond the agreed-upon closure time. Areas that were supposed to be private for our wedding remained accessible to the public.
In addition, two large white work trucks were parked directly outside our ceremony location while staff were setting up for another event scheduled later that weekend. This setup was taking place while guests were arriving for our ceremony. We ultimately had to ask staff to stop. For a venue that markets itself as a luxury wedding destination, this level of oversight was unacceptable.
Another issue future couples should be aware of is the bar service. Despite paying for an open bar, the bar was completely shut down for approximately 30–40 minutes during the transition between cocktail hour and the reception. During that time, guests had no access to drinks. When couples are paying premium prices for an open bar package, there should be a plan in place to ensure uninterrupted service throughout the event.
A wedding venue should provide organization, communication, and professionalism. In our experience, Europa Village failed in all three areas. The property is beautiful, but beauty alone does not justify the cost. If I could make the decision again, I would choose another venue. There are many wineries in Temecula that offer comparable scenery with significantly better service, communication, and attention to detail.
Lexi B
5.0
4/12/2026
Where do we even begin to say thank you for such an amazing wedding experience at Europa Village?
When you start planning a wedding or reception, you picture something beautiful in...
your mind and hope it can come to life—the setting, the food, the ambiance—those magical few hours that reflect months of planning. Europa Village didn’t just meet those expectations—they exceeded them in every possible way.
Working with the wedding team, Katie and Kayla, was an absolute pleasure. They are truly dedicated to bringing your vision to life, and they do it with patience, kindness, and professionalism every step of the way.
Chef Hani completely outdid himself. From the stunning presentation to the incredible food stations (a perfect alternative to the traditional plated meal), everything was beyond exceptional—honestly, a “12” out of 10! The salsa display and the “dessert land” were unforgettable highlights, and the addition of the Italian gelato cart was the perfect sweet ending to an already magical evening.
Everything was PERFECT. There are moments I wish I could go back and relive that night—yes, even with my tired feet!
A heartfelt thank you to the entire team at Europa Village for creating such an unforgettable experience.
Monica L
5.0
10/04/2025
Europa put on the wedding of mine and my husband’s dream and we were truly impressed with how well everything turned out. Every step of the planning process was seamless and our ve...
nue coordinator was excellent. It felt like a little slice of France and everything we imagined for our day. Our guests raved about the food and wine and truly enjoyed the entire guest experience. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for their dream wedding.
Gustavo G
5.0
8/04/2025
Europa Village is like stepping into a fairy tale—romantic, elegant, and pure bliss! But the real magic? The event coordinating crew. Their kindness, eagle-eyed attention to detail...
, and over-the-moon dedication make your wedding feel like their own. I wholeheartedly recommend this venue to every bride-to-be. Cruise down to Temecula, CA, and let Europa Village Winery sweep you off your feet!
Daniel B
5.0
6/28/2025
Love them. They were an excellent choice for our wedding!! We had so much and the events team made sure that our vision came to life. Beautiful venue!!
Jenna L
4.0
6/12/2025
I have waited to leave this review until I received my wedding photos, so that I know I didn’t rush and leave an emotional review. But after seeing both the photos and videos, I am...
so disappointed in many of our pictures due to Christmas decor being in place as early as mid November. The BEAUTIFUL staircase, which was a huge draw for us, was ruined with garland, multi colored bulbs and red felt bows. The wreath on the front of the cave- forcing my photographer to narrow his shots, missing the multiple arches I had hoped to capture during family and bridal party photos. The contract notes they do seasonal decor, but honestly with a 11/16 wedding, I wouldn’t have thought the venue would already be decorated. But even more frustrated that this was never mentioned to us.
The venue is beautiful, the food is delicious and we had a great experience with the Director Heather, and appreciated her time when she needed to step in. However we had many pitfalls that could have been avoided had our coordinator been more knowledgable and had stronger communication. It is unacceptable for all parties communicating to not be on the same page, for the time and detail that goes into planning a wedding.
The execution on the venue side was also challenged. One week prior to the wedding we were told the Inn was unfortunately 50% booked (after I signed contract) and their solution was to move the Bridal Party offsite. Even stating that some of the guests were affiliated with the owners, which was apparently more important than my contract signed long before booking the Inn was even possible. It took them till the Wednesday prior to my wedding to confirm that everyone was relocated and the Inn would be ready for us that Friday.
We had set up for the guests to receive Champagne as they arrived at the Cave for the ceremony and this fell flat. Many were not offered, no one was stationed at the entrance and wedding guests had to ask, as they saw others with glasses. No one from the venue was there to oversee that this ran smooth.
Here are some additional issues we faced in hopes you do not face the same:
1- Signature drinks- they say YES, and yet there is a catch which was not shared until post the 1-month detail meeting. Three weeks prior to the wedding we learned that it DOUBLED the price of the premium bar. You pay per person/per hour/per drink style ON TOP OF bar package. You also do not select wine until 2-3 weeks prior, and beware its off the EVENT menu- so if you have favorites you may not be guaranteed.
2- I had requested earlier than a 10am entry to bridal suite and was told that was not possible, then the morning of the team working offered early entrance once we were already set up at the Inn.
3- We provided back up sheet cake in addition to the Wedding cake, JUST IN CASE and the kitchen decided to cut and serve the sheet cake, leaving our wedding cake which offered a variety of flavors relatively untouched.
4-Corinne the venue coordinator was a source of stress the entire way through. She demonstrated poor communication, lack of knowledge and had zero ownership when she was in the wrong. Not responding to communication in a timely manner, not following up on questions we had to elevate. During our rehearsal she said the holiday decor could most likely be taken down, only for me to receive an email at 10pm from the Director that that was not the case. At this point, add it to the list where we felt misled.
Alyssa C
5.0
12/20/2024
As a wedding planner who serves all of Southern California and beyond, I absolutely love Europa Village! I have worked at a ton of venues and it continues to be one of my favorites...
. Heather, Corrine and the rest of the staff are friendly and help to keep the process moving more smoothly- and the banquet staff is always on top of it and super helpful. The various options for ceremony and reception spaces, the beautiful photo ops around the property, and so many other aspects make this venue an absolute dream. And the food is to die for! I will continue to recommend Europa to any clients that I can for years to come.
Kristine Z
5.0
9/14/2024
Perfect Wedding Venue! My daughter had her wedding here at the Vienza Cave on 2.24.24. The food was original and delicious, event staff were perfection, no stress and hassle free f...
rom beginning to end. Europa has a list of resources to assist in the big day! We will definitely be using Europa again for my son's upcoming wedding in the next 2 years. Thank you Europa for making our wedding dreams come true.
Bernadette P
5.0
8/20/2024
Heather, the Director of Catering & Events, and her team were wonderful to work with. They put in a lot of time and hard work to make our wedding special. All my guests enjoyed the...
ir time at Europa. They loved the beautiful scenery of the property and everyone was especially impressed with the food.
Chef Hany and his creations were truly one of the highlights of the wedding for us. When we had our food tasting, I remember him saying that he wanted people to remember the food and he totally accomplished his goal. Chef Hany also worked with us to include ethnic foods that represent our culture. (Ex: The Lechon, during late night bites, was one of the best my family has ever had.) So many people came up to me raving about everything they tasted. From the bridal suite foods, hors d'oeuvres, sit down dinner, and late night bites there were compliments all along the way. Even my dad, who was very concerned about having enough food, was very pleased with all the portions and amount of food.
The time, commitment and patience the team had with me during this entire process, really helped bring my vision of a dream wedding together. Europa was the perfect location for a very memorable, fun and happy wedding :)
Bashdrop E
5.0
8/01/2024
I worked with Europa on a number of events and everyone I have worked with is amazing and friendly! The venue itself is beautiful and once there you feel like you’ve been transport...
ed to Italy!
Alyssa C
5.0
7/26/2024
An absolutely amazing venue!
As a local wedding planner, I have had the pleasure of working at many beautiful venues, however Europa Village is one of my absolute favorites! The ...
various options for ceremony and reception are beautiful of course, but what keeps me thrilled to keep returning to coordinate weddings at Europa is the amazing staff that works so seamlessly and professionally with each other, myself, and all of the other outside vendors as well. Corinne and the rest of the team are incredibly responsive even with how busy this venue has gotten and all of the staff is very helpful and professional. The waitstaff and bartenders do a perfect job of executing smooth service and they are always staffed appropriately for groups of any size. I am always thrilled to book a wedding at Europa Village because I know we will be set up for a successful and beautiful day!
Kayleigh Q
5.0
6/17/2022
My husband and I just got married at Europa (in the Cie la Vie section) after having to postpone twice due to COVID. It was absolutely perfect, and we are so thrilled that we were ...
able to host our wedding there. The team is outstanding and was very accommodating and patient considering our multiple postponements and changes. The space itself is also beautiful, and the food and wine is delicious. There isn't a single negative thing we could say about Europa, and we are so glad we went with them.
Irene H
5.0
5/29/2022
We just had our wedding on Friday, 05/20/2022 -- the Europa Village team was an absolute pleasure to work with and the venue was delightfully picturesque. Of course we initially fe...
ll in love with the aesthetics of the winery, but the friendly, attentive and professional Europa team is what made us lock-in our venue decision. With each and every visit leading up to our wedding (initial consultation, wine & menu tasting, engagement photoshoot) we fell more and more in love with the venue and team.
Our favorite venue features were (1) an extremely spacious and beautiful bridal suite, (2) delicious food - received multiple complements from the guests, (3) a beautiful gazebo for the wedding lawn alter, (4) comfortable outdoor dining area for cocktail hour / reception, (5) delicious and wide variety of wine, and (6) variety of photo/video spots (rose garden, cafe area, wine cavern, vineyard)
The key Events Team members we worked with were Yesika (initial consultation), Yvette (planning) and Leann (day-of-coordinator). I was naturally anxious leading up to the wedding as I tend to over-plan and over-worry. However, each email and conversation I had with the ladies gave me complete comfort that we were in good hands. I especially appreciated: (1) transparency in prices, (2) thorough and timely responses to all of my questions, (3) their calm, positive and patient demeanor despite my anxiety level, (4) organization to avoid confusion in wedding layout or timeline, (5) patiently accepting the numerous changes I had with the layout and menu decisions, (6) being kind and friendly to all guests, family and vendors, (7) hosting a great rehearsal, (8) showing up at lightning speed anytime I called them on the day of, and (9) going above and beyond in making sure all guests were comfortable, including bringing out heaters in the middle of spring. We really can't thank them enough!
K L
1.0
9/29/2020
We originally had Europa Village booked for our wedding. Then we switched to Bolero and it was awesome to watch it being built. However, that is where the excitement ended. Long s...
orry short, my fiancé and I had a bad experience in a time where it shouldn't be so stressful. I know COIVD has messed a lot of things up, but the staff was not transparent and gave us a run-around. We postponed our wedding earlier in 2020, and then when we came for the final details meeting in late July (30 days before our new date), they had nothing for us. We sent them an email the week prior to the meeting with questions to discuss and was very clear that we did not want to postpone again and would work with them on what was allowed. They had no answers, no guidance, nothing. We left feeling defeated and pushed to the side. Then days later the director called us to cancel. We had to fight for a refund since we had paid monthly installments. They had done nothing for us, and were trying to keep 80%.
I feel like they were squeezing every penny out of us throughout the whole process and even more in a time where everyone is struggling.
Response from Europa Village Wineries & Resort on 10/09/2020
We are extremely sorry about your experience with us. We pride ourselves in providing qual...
ity customer service and a stress-free environment. Due to COVID-19, unfortunately, there were restrictions which ordered us to stop the execution of weddings, events or gathering of any size which ended up in rescheduling 2020 weddings that were scheduled after March of 2020. We were staying positive and hopeful that things would change, however, there was no change. We were unable to host your wedding on your original scheduled date and for that we apologize and were extremely grateful when you postponed your wedding. With the guidelines still in place closer to your rescheduled date, it prevented us from hosting weddings. We all were disappointed because we wanted to host your wedding just as much as we know you wanted to have it here. When you decided to cancel, it was never our intention to keep 80%, I apologize if you misunderstood or if we miscommunicated to you. We also apologize for the additional stress you were under and for dealing with this unprecedented situation, no one deserves to go through that during the wedding planning. We are working hard on adapting to the new changes and putting policies in place to make sure that when are able to host events again, that we keep our customers and staff safe. Thank you for your feedback. We wish you an eternity of love and happiness.
Rachel W
5.0
10/24/2019
Europa Village is the complete package for hospitality, beauty, and value. My husband and I live out of state but the staff and coordinators made everything so easy to plan.
When...
we had a mishap with a missed hair appointment at the last minute, they helped me find a new one to save the day. I didn’t have any bridesmaids so they helped bustle my dress after the ceremony as well! I can’t wait to be married for 10 or 20 years just so I can come back and renew my vows.
Lauren D
5.0
11/24/2018
Europa Village is the perfect wedding venue! I just got married there and I cannot even express in words how grateful I am to the venue, the event coordinators, chef and all staff ...
members. The day was magical and our guests are still raving about it! The space is intimate, charming, rustic and elegant. My mom and I had visited quite a few wineries in Temecula, but when we met Yesika and we toured the site, we instantly felt a connection. Yesika, the event manager, was professional and she is a complete expert. Her priority is knowing her brides and ensuring they are happy every step of the way. We had a guest list of 175 and not a huge budget, but Yesika helped us to get a lot of bang for our buck. Everyone at Europa Village is so friendly and warm and that is what we wanted for our guests. Chef Dean, who manages the Europa Inn and cooks for the weddings, delivered exceptional appetizers and a spectacular dinner. We are big foodies, and we would highly recommend the food at Europa. Yesika and Kirstie were on it and managed to get 175 meals out super fast and hot! Guests wouldn’t stop talking about how good the food was. The wine was also exquisite and there is a great variety available.
I feel like Europa Village is a well kept secret that needs to get out. If you are looking for a wedding venue that comes with exceptional food, drinks, accessibility for guests, and coordinators who are smart, flexible, and 100% committed to making your day everything you envision, Europa Village is the place. I had a specific vision of how I wanted the venue to look and feel, and they did everything they could to help fulfill my vision. Kirstie and Yesika were so professional and always a step ahead.
Several guests stayed at the Europa Village Inn and so did we. The service was top notch, breakfast was included and was incredible, and the views from the Inn are stunning. You can drive on a gold cart down to the winery in just 1-2 minutes. Our guests kept saying how beautiful and how picture perfect the whole experience was.
At the winery, there was plenty of parking and guests were able to keep their cars overnight. There is also a really nice bridal suite on site with plenty of room and amentities. We feel so lucky to have found Europa Village and there is not one thing we would change about the whole experience. We are forever grateful to Europa Village for giving us the wedding of our dreams!
Xo, Lauren and Cam
Response from Europa Village Wineries & Resort on 12/02/2018
Lauren!!! Thank you so much for the kind words. Your wedding was beautiful and your looked...
stunning! Doing a walk-thru after your set-up, I could see your vision and it made me smile to see the items set-up after knowing how passionate you were about every detail during the planning. I also admired how thoughtful you were about your guests and how comfortable you wanted them to be. I am extremely happy to hear that your guests had a great time! Most of your guests, expressed how beautiful everything looked and we made sure they knew that the design was all you! We cannot wait to see pictures and hope to see you and Cameron soon to hear about your Cabo trip!
Hugs,
Yesika
Meg H
5.0
9/17/2018
Been wine tasting here several times and last weekend I GOT MARRIED HERE! Kirstie coordinated everything and Chef Dean (who runs the INN) was our brilliant chef. I cannot say eno...
ugh good things about this venue and the people there! They accommodated every single requests and were alway reachable with questions. Kirstie gave great planning advice and was always friendly and knowledgable. Everyone always says that something goes wrong at weddings, but that is just not the case here! It was perfection.
Response from Europa Village Wineries & Resort on 12/02/2018
Hi Megan!
Thank you so much! We enjoyed the planning with you and Will! You both were so...
much fun and have to say, your vows were a beautiful surprise! Thank you for sharing the video! You are a very special couple to Kirstie and happy to hear that you were very happy with the planning. She looks forward to seeing you both on December 23rd.
Yesika
Tiffany G
5.0
9/20/2017
My husband and I got married this summer in August at the beautiful, whimsical, enchanting and all around wonderful Europa Village and it was all around an amazing experience for u...
s. I remember when we first started looking at wedding venues, we were overwhelmed with selection and costs, and then we were reminded of a spot we loved so much from our previous Temecula wine tasting adventures and it was Europa Village.
From the first conversation about wedding venue interest to the night of our wedding, Yesika and her staff were SO great to work with throughout the entire process - from listening to our vision and needs, to helping us cut costs where possible, to providing excellent vendor referrals, to accommodating last minute guest requests - we can't thank Europa enough!!! Then there was the amazing Jessica, who was our wedding coordinator throughout the process and on the night of our wedding my husband and I both felt at ease knowing we had Jessica there by our side helping to make sure it ran smoothly, we honestly couldn't have done it without her. Yesika and Jessica are truly talented wedding professionals, and awesome ladies to work with.
Ambiance - unlike some of the other wineries we looked at, when you have a wedding at Europa, you get the entire winery pretty much! Not just a little section of it but the WHOLE venue. We had our ceremony on the lawn, cocktail hour in the wine cave and reception in the veranda. Definitely use the wine cave - guests loved it!! The venue itself is honestly so pretty, that you could have a wedding with very minimal to no added decor and it would still be BEAUTIFUL.
The food was AMAZING!! Chef Dean outdoes himself with his chef/food skills. Our guests loved the cocktail hour appetizers, passion fruit ceviche and the Java Chicken and Salmon were so delicious. Sangria was a hit as was the wine selection through the night.
Cost wise, Europa delivers exceptional quality and it in my opinion is much more "affordable" with minimums and no high extra venue fees than MANY of the places we looked on for a Saturday night.
We stayed at the Europa Inn and loved it and the fresh breakfast prepped daily. Pretty sure this will be a tradition to go back on our anniversary.
OVERALL, I could go on and on, and our guests are still talking about what an amazing day/night it was. Everyone loved it and my husband and I truly felt like our special dream wedding came to life here. :-)
Thank you, thank you!!
Response from Europa Village Wineries & Resort on 09/26/2017
Hi Tiffany!!!
Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a beautiful review! We are ...
beyond grateful to receive all you compliments and appreciation! You were a true pleasure to work with and your wedding was perfect! I really enjoyed looking at all your stunning pictures!!! WOW!!! Just gorgeous! We hope to see you here again soon! We miss you already! :)
THANK YOU!!!!
Yesika Lavyn-Grose
Director of Catering & Sales
Bethany D
5.0
7/30/2016
This review is well over due - but better late than never! My husband and I got married and had our reception at Europa Village in April. We also stayed at The Inn for the weekend....
Yesika and Candice made our wedding weekend go off without a hitch and we are forever grateful for them! They were so attentive during the planning process and made me feel like my questions, ideas and plans were the most important thing every time we met or talked. I highly recommend Europa Village to everyone! The food made by Chef Dean was phenomenal. The wine is amazing. The scenery is the perfect backdrop for a wedding. Thank you a million times for the perfect day!
Anonymous
5.0
9/16/2015
Europa Village was the perfect venue for our wedding. Our wonderful coordinator Yesika Lavyn-Grose was super helpful and made sure everything ran smoothly and seamlessly during the...
wedding. She went above and beyond her duties to make sure we were happy. We are very happy to call Yesuka a friend, and can't wait to visit her and the winery again soon.
At our first meeting with Yesika, she gave both my fiancé (at the time) and I glasses of wine of our choice, and walked us around the grounds. We were instantly "sold" on the wine, the venue and her services. We could tell that she loves her job and helping couples plan their weddings! The winery (and the wine! 🍷) were exactly what we were looking for- sweet and charming, just like a little piece of Paris. We had recently been in Paris and were instantly in love with the similar atmosphere of Europa Village.
The Parisian style tasting room is beautiful and has a wonderful gift shop. I even bought a couple decorations for our wedding! Brandon is definitely our favorite bartender inside the tasting room. He is always so cheerful and genuinely kind :)
We had our wedding ceremony on the lawn, and under the beautiful veranda we held the cocktails and dinner. The temperature was a high of 98, and around 90 when the ceremony started. The misters and fans dropped the temperature about 10 degrees! The dry temperature felt great, and was not too hot even in a wedding dress :)
We opted for a buffet style dinner so the 130 guests would have more choices. Chef Dean's food was simply amazing. He went out of his way to accommodate our requests for mainly vegetarian dishes. My husband's family is Indian, so Chef Dean made a wonderful spicy dahl and a delicious vegetable curry. My favorite dish was the Chicken Piccata with Pinot Grigio-Caper Sauce. Amazing!
Before the wedding started, Yesika spent hours setting up and making sure the tables and decorations were set up correctly. My friend was supposed to help Yesika set up the decorations, but ended up not being much help :/ Yesika therefore had to pick up the slack and do double duty. Yesika did a wonderful job making sure the decorations were all set up correctly. We are so grateful!
My husband and I are so very happy we chose Europa Village for our wedding celebration. Thank you to Yesika and Chef Dean for making it unforgettable!
Anonymous
5.0
7/06/2015
Our wedding at Europa exceeded every expectation! It was gorgeous, yet simply elegant. We had our ceremony outside in the lawn, the cocktail hour in the cave, and the reception u...
nderneath the veranda. You do not need much in terms of decorations because it is so beautiful when lit up. All of our guests were very impressed with the location and the ambiance.
Our guests were also very impressed with the food prepared by Chef Dean. The hors d'oeuvres were passed during cocktail hour and added a sense of class to the whole event. They were tasty and interesting. The taste and presentation of the meal was wonderful! The food was served quickly and efficiently.
Everyone that works at Europa is very friendly and helpful! Lisa was our day of event coordinator and she was terrific. She is very organized, forthcoming, and accommodating. She always responded to emails and calls promptly and took all questions and requests seriously. On our wedding day we had a guest bring three children that we had not planned on and Lisa totally made accommodations and there was no extra stress put on us. I honestly feel that Lisa wanted our day to be exactly as we envisioned. She made sure that things ran on time and she worked well with all of our vendors.
We also booked the Inn for the weekend and it was amazing. It was really special to be able to celebrate after the wedding with our closest friends and family. This added to the whole marriage experience that I would definitely recommend if you can budget for it.
If you are looking for an outdoor wedding space with charm, I would absolutely recommend Europa!
Gabriella M
5.0
6/26/2015
I had my dream wedding at Europa and my husband and I are so grateful to Lisa and her team for their stellar service! With a long engagement I had 2 years to plan and Europa was on...
e of the first things I'd booked. With a wedding so far in advance you'd think maybe I wouldn't have been given the same attention as someone with a sooner wedding date but that wasn't the case. Lisa answered question after question I had, coordinated not only with myself, but my parents and my Day Of Coordinator to make the day absolutely perfect. The food was fantastic and they even made accommodations when we wanted something changed a bit. She went above and beyond to make our day seamless.
The venue itself is GORGEOUS. As a Temeculan, I'd been to many of the wineries but Europa has a special charm that's great for a more intimate feeling wedding (with 150+ people). We had our ceremony in the cave which was intimate and romantic and beautiful. Very dreamy! The reception on the veranda was so gorgeous! The grounds are so well kept and picturesque you really don't need many decorations or flowers. Europa will forever hold a special place in our hearts and we can't wait to visit again as husband and wife!
Kathleen M
5.0
3/21/2015
We looked at all the wineries in Temecula for our special day. When we found Europa we knew it was perfect for us. It's rustic and quaint with an intimate feel. We had 82 guests an...
d each one has said how beautiful the venue was. The staff is really helpful;from the moment we expressed interest in the venue we were well taken care of. I especially want to mention the wedding coordinator- Brandon Parkhill-he is amazing! I can not say enough good things about him. He is energetic and accommodating- I felt completely calm on my wedding day because I knew he had it covered. (we basically adopted him into the family) I even hired a day of coordinator that was nowhere near as helpful as Brandon. I couldn't have asked for a better day and still sing the praises of Europa and of course, Brandon.
Anonymous
5.0
3/20/2015
Our wedding day and all the festivities around it have come and gone.
We both wanted to thank you Brandon and the Europa Village team for making our rehearsal dinner so special...
. From the day we met him, he was very attentive to our needs and communicated with us for all the special details. The room set-up and decor exceeded our expectations. It was so intimate and romantic. The staff was just wonderful that night as was the food. I think we were able to enjoy the rehearsal dinner more than the wedding itself due to the fact that it was a more relaxed environment.
We will definitely come back and enjoy all the offerings that Europa Village has. In the meantime, we will enjoy the few bottles of Poco Rojo that we purchased and think back about our wonderful event there.
Thank you again for making it so special and for all your assistance.
Reem and Jeff
Amy S
4.0
3/10/2015
Well... we booked at the Inn for our wedding night because of convenience. We didn't want to have to drive! We were only in the room for about 10 hours, so we definitely didn't get...
our money's worth. The best things about the Inn: privacy and location. Chef Dean makes breakfast every morning. What he made that day was not something I'd ever eat ordinarily... but pish posh. I just loved eating that weird breakfast with my handsome husband. Might stay again if I can achieve 50% off.
Anonymous
5.0
2/23/2015
Okay, I can't say enough great, wonderful and awesome things about Europa Village and our Europa planner, Yesika Lavyn-Grose. The venue in it's natural state is so beautiful (a re...
ception in the cave is a must), this is why we picked it, but Yesika and her team transformed the grounds into a fairytale for my husband and I - it was a dream come true. We had to be very careful about the budget since we were funding our own wedding and Europa Village, Yesika and the Europa team were all very helpful in that way and conscious of the budget. In all reality, I couldn't believe how beautiful it could be with our budget and in such a short timeframe, less than two months of planning. Also, please know how wonderful the staff is, they are so amazing and attentive. I also need to comment on the food as it was outstanding - Chef Dean can make any menu choice grand and tasty. I would highly recommend using Europa Village whether your budget is small or large as any event there will be absolutely beautiful. Lastly, I am still hearing from my guest about the wonderful time they had at the wedding and how much they enjoyed the venue and the food...Actually family members and friends now want to do an annual trip to Europa Village to memorialize the wonderful time they had at our wedding. Please check Europa Village out!
Amanda A
5.0
12/18/2014
Europa Village could not have been a more perfect venue for our dream night. The entire process from start to finish working with the team was fantastic. We had many creative/desig...
n/food/wine/organizational meetings - with my planner being more patient and kinder each step of the way. When it came down to crunch time, mini crisis were handled with ease by the amazing team at Europa village. On the day of - I nearly didn't see or hear from the staff. They handled EVERYTHING and when I came out of the suite - what I saw was a dream come true. They were there if I needed them the entire day - but working completely behind the scenes. Everything went off without a hitch and they even put up with my not only crazy navy husband's friends but also wild New Yorkers from my side of the family. And just because the wedding is over, doesn't mean our relationship with the folks at the vineyard has stopped! They won't let us go away - offering constant tastings to come up, chat, and just catch-up. I would recommend this venue to anyone and am so grateful my husband and I could share our special night here with friends and family. We truly enjoyed the night of our lives :)
Valerie F
5.0
8/20/2014
When my now husband and I got engaged, we agreed we wanted an intimate wedding celebration for family and close friends. After touring many of the facilities in Temecula, we stumb...
led across Europa Village and immediately fell in love with the site.
We booked Europa Village for our wedding and reception, as well as the Inn for the weekend and rehearsal dinner. Alyssa Ruiz was our event coordinator. She was helpful, responsive, super fun to work with and even my friends and family just adore her (in fact, all of the staff was extremely friendly and helpful). The food was incredible and Chef Dean is a gift. At the rehearsal dinner we had the Libido braised beef, and my husband's uncle said it was the best meal he'd ever had. And the food at the wedding reception was absolutely perfect.
Our goal for our wedding was "a fancy picnic in a vineyard" and we got exactly that. Our guests keep complementing us on a great wedding, saying it's the best they've ever been to, and that they could have sat around the dinner table eating, drinking wine and enjoying the views of the vineyard while celebrating the bride and groom and catching up with loved ones all night long.
If you book Europa Village, you will not be disappointed! We will definitely be back to the Inn and winery to celebrate anniversaries in the future!
Thank you Alyssa, Chef Dean and team!!!
Matt & Valerie Doose
Abby M
5.0
10/23/2013
We were so lucky to find Europa Village for our wedding venue, not only are the grounds gorgeous but Lisa Ferguson and her staff of villagers are nothing short of amazing!
Afte...
r a long day of visiting the best wineries and wedding venues in Temecula and Fallbrook, we got home exhausted and quiet frankly feeling like we just got back from shopping for a used car. Some of the places we saw were completely beautiful, but the way they treated their potential customers just made you feel like they were out for your money. So it was back to the drawing board. I ran across Europa Village online and it seemed beautiful, so I emailed to get pricing and information. We were exhausted from visiting so many places that we decided to just do things via the internet. When I first heard back from Lisa, the first feel I got was that they were willing to work with us so that we would have our dream wedding. Not once did we feel like they were out for our money. We first went up to Europa on a Friday evening and although it was winter and the vines were empty, the grounds were stunning. Everyone was so friendly, it gave that familiar feel you get when you visit home. Our first visit and every other visit after that, exceeded our expectations. The very next day we decided to go with Europa, it just felt right!
Europa, Lisa, Chef Dean, Chef Damian and the Villagers made my wedding planning experience everything it should be, or at least everything I hoped it would be. The coordination and genuine regard from Lisa made me feel at ease as the plans moved forward. Even when we encountered bumps in the road or when I had my few bridezilla moments, Lisa helped to make sure everything worked out perfectly.
We also rented out their gorgeous 10 bedroom Inn, where I must say Chef Damian provided an amazing stay. It was so fun to have both my husband's family and my family staying there and getting to know each other. It made for a perfect place for my husband and his groomsmen to hangout while the girls were getting ready in the bridal suite! Not to mention the gorgeous "First Look" pictures our photographer Brett Rose was able to capture.
Europa was a perfect backdrop for our wedding- especially the sunset behind me as I was walking down the aisle. The food was amazing! Seriously both Chefs at Europa are top chef! There was not a single issue the day of the wedding- I just remember being the happiest I have ever been. We have received so many compliments on what a beautiful wedding we had and we owe that in great part to Lisa and her staff! After the wedding when my husband and I went up to the Inn, as the French doors to our room were open and we looked over Europa, my husband said to me..."it was worth every penny!" If we had to do it again- we would pick Europa every time!
Emily M
5.0
10/11/2012
The Inn at Europa Village was the most wonderful mini-moon! The chef made amazing breakfasts. The Inn was clean, modern, and very comfortable. We will definitely go back!
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