Rancho Rico (Revisited)

Just some more beautiful photos of Lygia's place. The wedding shots were provided by Diane Allen...so beautiful!!!

Big Sur Day with Mom - Stop 2. Rancho Rico!

So...

This is what I was talking about when I envisioned a 'Big Sur ranch wedding'!!!! This property is absolutely amazing. There are uninterrupted, 180-degree sweeping views of the pacific at the ceremony site. There are no frills - it is a working ranch with cattle and horses and dogs running around. Beautiful, rustic wooden fences, natural grasses and trees...just simple, Big Sur magesty! I LOVE it, and can't wait to bring Scott - he fell in love with the pictures, so I know he will love it in person. Lygia has a large barn that she lives in - the upstairs being her private art studio - the barn can open for dancing if you choose to have your reception at the site. Then there is a fairly flat area in front of the barn where tables can be set up...I'm thinking however, that we would probably only have the ceremony here - spend a couple of hours with the guests taking photos, drinking lemonade and champaign while enjoying the stunning views and property. I am pretty much afraid to commit to an outdoor reception due to weather inpradictability and the questionable comfort of the guests. Plus renting a tent costs an arm and a leg...which is out of our price range anyway. But oh those views! If we decide on this location I will HAVE to wear cowboy boots!!!

Big Sur Day with Mom - Stop 1. Paion!

So this is beautiful Paion, and of course the images don't do it any justice...but it is breathtaking. The lawn is perfectly manicured and you are right on the cliffs above the ocean where you can hear the crashing waves. Diane was a great host with tons of valuable information and experience working with the homeowners. My Mom and I had so much fun seeing the beautiful place. There was also a firepit and a small wooden platform on the edge of the cliff for the bride and groom to post up on after the ceremony to enjoy a few private moments together. What a treat to see such a beautiful private property in Big Sur!