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<p>Semi-Formal We’re keeping things polished but comfortable. Think cocktail dresses, dressy skirts or tailored jumpsuits for women; collared shirts with dress pants, sport coats or blazers for men (ties optional). Comfortable shoes are recommended as we’ll be on mixed surfaces. Since our wedding is October 12, 2026, layers are a good idea for cooler evenings. If you have questions about specific outfits or need accommodations for mobility needs, please reach out to us.</p>

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A farmhouse-style, yet elegant restaurant is featured at this Gold Country hotel. Fee WiFi and free parking is provided with each restored room. Avio vineyards and other wineries are 6.2 mi away. Furnished in hand-crafted quilts and vintage décor with jewel tone accents is featured in rooms. A flat-screen cable TV and free toiletries in the private bathroom are provided in all rooms at Hotel Sutter. Exposed brick walls are featured in the Hotel Sutter Restaurant. The restaurant serves American cuisine and also features gluten free and vegetarian options. Guests can sample The Sutter Saloon's wide selection of wine, beer, or cocktails. Sacramento International Airport is 1 hours’ drive away from Hotel Sutter. Sutter's Fort State Historic Park is 1 hours’ drive away. New Hogan Lake is 25 mi away.

Hotel Sutter

Kiota Inn Ascend Hotel Collection is offering accommodations in Sutter Creek. The 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a continental breakfast. Guests at Kiota Inn Ascend Hotel Collection will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sutter Creek, like cycling. Guests are invited to request information on the area when needed. The nearest airport is Stockton Metropolitan Airport, 51 mi from the accommodations.

Kiota Inn & Event Center Sutter Creek, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills, this Jackson, California lodge features an outdoor pool. Free Wi-Fi is offered in all rooms. Select cottages feature a full kitchen and a living area. Each room provides cable TV, a coffee machine, a desk and an private bathroom at The Jackson Lodge. A seating area is also offered. Featuring a fireplace, the 24-hour reception welcomes guests to Lodge Jackson. Laundry facilities and a daily maid service are also offered. Jackson Rancheria Casino is less than 10 minutes’ walk away. Sutter Creek is 3.7 mi away from The Jackson Lodge.

Quality Inn & Suites Jackson

Offering an outdoor pool, Best Western Amador Inn is located in Jackson. Free WiFi access is available in each air-conditioned room. Pardee Reservoir 12 mi away. A flat-screen TV, a microwave, a refrigerator and a coffee machine are provided in each guest room at Best Western Amador Inn. Each room includes an private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. A 24-hour reception greets guests of Best Western Amador Inn. A vending machine featuring cold beverages is available. The property offers free parking. It's also host to a Denny's restaurant. Stanislaus National Forest is 70 mi drive away from the property. Sacramento Airport is 50 mi away.

Best Western Amador Inn

Holiday Inn Express &amp; Suites Jackson by IHG is offering accommodations in Jackson. Featuring a spa &amp; wellness center, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel features family rooms. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a desk. Guest rooms in Holiday Inn Express &amp; Suites Jackson by IHG are equipped with a TV and a hairdryer. A business center and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at the accommodation. The reception at Holiday Inn Express &amp; Suites Jackson by IHG can provide tips on the area. Stockton Metropolitan Airport is 50 miles away.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Jackson by IHG

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