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The Journal · Weddings · May 26, 2019 · 2 min read

A Southern California Lodge Wedding

A Southern California lodge wedding with a hilltop ceremony, Craftsman architecture, garden waterfalls, and an open-air reception.

Wedding couple standing beside a garden waterfall

This Southern California wedding used every part of its lodge setting, from a hilltop ceremony and broad Craftsman entrance to shaded terraces and garden waterfalls.

Soft blush flowers and neutral attire kept the design understated against the property's warm wood, stone, and green landscape.

A Quiet Start Inside the Lodge

The bride prepared among dark wood walls and warm directional light. Lace, shoes, and blush florals were photographed as a consistent set before the couple moved outside for the ceremony.

Lace wedding dress displayed in an ornate frame
Bride preparing with a family member

A Hilltop Outdoor Ceremony

The couple exchanged vows on an open terrace surrounded by orange grasses and rolling hills. After the ceremony, they walked back down an aisle lined with rose petals as their guests celebrated around them.

Wedding ceremony in front of the Craftsman lodge
Couple exchanging vows during their hilltop ceremony

Architecture, Waterfalls, and Evening Light

The building's wide stairs and timber facade created clean architectural portraits, while the waterfalls brought a softer garden backdrop. After dark, the open-air reception ended with sparklers on the lodge steps.

Wedding couple standing on the lodge steps
Bride framed inside the lodge at dusk
Couple sharing wedding cake at the reception
Couple leaving through a sparkler exit

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