Villa de Lucca - Templeton, California

Mariah Plick

We had THE best wedding weekend at Villa de Lucca 7/20/24. The Villa, the views, the sanctuary and all of the details Zenia & Jon have put into it to make it so special. It is truly such a unique and beautiful place to get married.

We loved that we were able to have our rehearsal dinner at the Villa the night before. And the convenience of having the ceremony, reception & after party all just steps away from each other. We felt that it made such a busy/hectic weekend so much more intimate. We had guests from all over the world attend & I can’t count how many times we got asked “How did you find this place?” My husband had not seen the venue in person until we arrived for the weekend, & he was overwhelmed with how beautiful it actually was.

Zenia is amazing. She is very responsive and so kind. She really loves and embraces nature, which gives Villa de Lucca such warm and positive vibes. It is also such a neutral venue, so you can really make it whatever you want. I did tropical flowers which looked absolutely beautiful in the sanctuary!

For recommendations, I suggest renting a lot of umbrellas, as the sun can be intense. It also gets very windy, so just keep this in mind when planning your signage, decorations etc. We ended up not being able to use our centerpieces because the wind was blowing over the vases.

Villa de Lucca gave us an unforgettable wedding weekend. I would 1000% recommend to anyone. We are already thinking about when we can go back for another celebration!

JLeigh Photography

Villa De Lucca is a breathtaking wedding venue that offers the perfect blend of luxury and rustic charm. Nestled in the rolling hills of Templeton’s wine country, this venue feels like a slice of Tuscany, making it a dream setting for any wedding.

As a Paso Robles wedding photographer, I’m constantly inspired by the beauty and versatility of Villa De Lucca. The expansive vineyards, olive groves, and picturesque views create stunning backdrops for outdoor ceremonies and golden-hour portraits. The villa itself, with its elegant architecture and warm, inviting ambiance, offers endless opportunities for capturing timeless and romantic moments.

The team at Villa De Lucca is equally exceptional—organized, attentive, and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure every event runs smoothly. Their dedication to excellence makes the day enjoyable not only for couples but for all vendors involved.

For couples looking to celebrate their love surrounded by natural beauty and old-world charm, Villa De Lucca is an unparalleled choice. It’s always an honor to photograph weddings at this incredible venue, and I can’t wait to return!

Ashley LeMay

Villa De Lucca was the best decision that my husband and I made for our wedding. The sanctuary and the view really stole the show. We had a lot of out town guests, and they loved the view so much. Also having everything in one place was so easy for us and our guests.
Our personal stay at the villa was comfortable and magical.

Justin & Chris

Working with Zenia, and the venue coordinator Jenna for our wedding was perfect. The consistent and open communication allowed us to constantly be in the know of everything as our wedding got closer.

The venue itself is absolutely beautiful. Multiple spaces can be utilized on the property for a ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner, cocktail hour, etc.

The only downside is the very minimal parking, which forces you to accommodate your budget to use shuttles for your guests. But ultimately our guests were able to fully enjoy their evening and not worry about driving.

I highly recommend renting umbrellas if choosing to use Villa de Lucca, whether for cocktail hour, pre-ceremony, and/or catering. When the sun is bright, it can get quite toasty rather quickly. But just as fast the temperature increases, it makes for a very comfortable evening depending on the time of the year.

Did I mention they have a hot tub ?! The hot tub was definitely used in the evenings to just relax and enjoy the views. The views from the property are breathtaking. It doesn't get old whatsoever.

Again our wedding weekend (4.20.24) was incredible, which all started with finding the right venue.

Claire Eyos

The Villa is so exceptional ! The view is breathtaking. I had a fantastic experience taking photos at Villa de Lucca. The staff's professionalism and support contributed to a seamless event. Grateful for the positive partnership!

Kelsey Wells-Cuddeback

Villa de Lucca is a must! As a Wedding Planner, it was such a breeze working with them! Sarah, the Venue Manager went above and beyond. She was communicative leading up to my client’s wedding day and always stayed in touch. Sarah was such a team player day of as well always checking in and helping out when needed. The wedding day went smooth and the couple had the best day ever!

I look forward to working here again soon! I will definitely be recommending Villa de Lucca to couples!

Thank you Sarah, Zenia, and Jon!

-Brikmoda Events Team

Joe Clemmer

I am owner/operator of Professional DJ Services, and I had the pleasure of performing for a ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and reception at Villa de Lucca for a beautiful wedding in October. My perspective on my review may be a little different than other reviews, because I am looking at the venue through the lens of a vendor. First, load-in to Villa de Lucca was easy, and there is plenty of power everywhere. I do recommend additional lighting to illuminate some of the darker areas of the venue (i.e. near the bar, or outside the sanctuary area) and/or on the road up toward the catering prep area). The venue has a beautiful cocktail hour lawn near the amazing Tuscan-style house, and an incredible ceremony terrace with gorgeous valley views. The sanctuary area has a super-neat rustic Tuscan/Central Coast charm that's perfect for dinner, toasts/speeches, and/or cake cutting. The lower dancefloor area is easily large enough for 100+ guests, and benefits wonderfully with the use of color wash lights or dancefloor party lights to compliment the soft-white ambient hue of overhead market string lights. There is WIFI, but the WIFI is a little spotty in areas, so if you or your vendors rely on WIFI, I highly recommend your vendors have everything downloaded before an event. I always come prepared to perform with NO internet and all my music downloaded and ready-to-go, so I view ANY internet signal at a venue is a bonus. I'm already looking forward to my next performance opportunity at Villa de Lucca. Photo credits to Stephanie Secrest Photography. Bottom line... Villa de Lucca is a wonderful venue with a fantastic blend of Tuscan-style elegance and Central Coast charm that is perfect for any couple looking for a unique venue with incredible views!

Jenna Harrelson

My husband and I got married at VDL on 4/22/23 and can't recommend it enough! The venue truly exceeded all of my expectations and provided the perfect backdrop for our special day.

From the moment we arrived at the venue, we were blown away by the breathtaking views. The venue is situated on a hilltop with views of the rolling hills and surrounding vineyards and we knew right away that this was the perfect place for our wedding.

One of the highlights of the venue was undoubtedly the newly built jasmine sanctuary. It's so unique and the open concept allows some cover while not taking away from the sweeping views.

The overall experience was unforgettable, and we received countless compliments from our guests about how stunning the venue was.

Overall, I cannot recommend this venue enough for your day!