Testimonials

I found this gem online and was impressed with the photography. When I went to the venue, I was greatly surprised that I loved it even more in person. There is a warmth and elegance that I've never seen before. Truly a unique place. The icing is the staff. Jason and the whole Bay Area Entertainment team has been very accommodating and flexible with my needs and made every step seamless. My fiance and I decided on the spot that this was the place for my wedding next year. I can not say enough good things about the place and the people running it. If you aren't sure just by the beautiful pictures, you need to check it out!!
— Katie

"Bay Area Entertainment made my wedding day dreams come true. From beginning to end, Jason (wedding coordinator) and Gladys (assistant) were there for me through the whole wedding process. I found Kenyon Estates from http://www.herecomesth... (loved the search engines on this site). The pictures are beautiful and instantly became a top choice to look into. I narrowed my potential locations and since it was so close, I made an appointment to see this one first. The place is even more beautiful in person! Landscape well maintained, the scenery and seclusion...perfect, great focal points for pictures and the overall ambiance was inviting yet elegant. I had to really budget since my husband and I paid for the wedding. The great part about this place is you don't need a lot of decorations. It was the first place I saw and my mind was made up. It was everything I never knew I wanted. They had an open-house event and I was able to take my sister and mother-in-law to the location. The place was set up like a wedding and there were different caterers, a band, different decor options from rental companies, a photo booth and lots of stations with business cards so you could talk to the vendors. This was all from the preferred vendor list that has a wide range of options. I used some and found others. The event was awesome and would recommend going, even if you aren't sure if you want your wedding or event there. I have a pretty demanding job, but I really wanted to do the planning for this day. Jason and Gladys helped me when I needed advise or had questions. They checked in with me from time-to-time to see how I was doing and offer help. Seemed to right as I needed it (sometimes just the support alone was helpful). Looking back, I should have asked for help from time to time (what can I say, I REALLY wanted to do it all). I got married on May 29th 2010. Jason didn't let me lift a finger the day of the wedding. Even his intern Kelly, at one point, got a drink for me since I was so busy saying hello to my guests. Jason made sure we started on time (which people were amazed about), moved the flow of events smoothly and ended with the sparkler exit (definitely recommend). This was the first real wedding in my family and one of the biggest we had been to. My family and friends tell me the bar is set pretty high for any future weddings to come. For me, it was everything I had hoped it would be and so much more. I would recommend this place to my family and friends. Thank you Bay Area Entertainment!"
— Katie Mallin Mattern

I recently attended a wedding at the Kenyon Estate and was pleasantly surprised to see what a beautiful place this is. We arrived a bit early and were warmly greeted by Jason. No one anticipated this being the hottest day of the year, and I was impressed with the efforts of Jason and his staff to keep the guests well hydrated during the outdoor ceremony and while we were waiting for the reception hall to open. The service was totally professional, yet friendly. He even checked in with me to make sure I was having a good time and made himself available to address any questions or concerns that I might have. I felt comfortable knowing that the staff was doing their best to take care of the wedding party and the guests. The catering staff were great and very attentive to the guest's needs and demands. The food was delicious. I especially enjoyed the beautiful flowers and the elegant place settings. Kudos to the musicians and the DJ as well. This was an example of true teamwork. I noticed how hard all of the staff worked in 104 degree heat and they all did a great job! I will definitely keep Bay Area Entertainment in mind when I need an event planner :)
— A.C.

I have booked Kenyon Estate as my wedding venue for my 2010 wedding and I could not be happier. This place offered everything I could not find else where in the Valley. The views are amazing, the venue itself is beautiful and the perfect size for my wedding. Having a choice of vendors especially for catering and then the no corkage fees were another major selling point for us. I can't wait for the open house on the 16th and of course for that special day in Oct. of 2010!
— Jennifer Lloyd

"I had my wedding at Kenyon Estate last week. It was perfect. We visited several wedding venues in Napa but none satisfied our requirements. We wanted a wedding venue that was unique, exclusive, grandiose and beautiful. Kenyon Estate was the one. Jason was very friendly, knowledgeable and responsive throughout the wedding preparation. He knew I was cost-conscious yet he was somehow able to find high-quality vendors to meet my budget. As a wedding planner, Jason did a marvelous job. Throughout the planning process, Jason gave suggestions and introduced us to reputable vendors when we asked for help. He wasn\'t pushy and was very easy to work with. I\'m usually a control-freak, but I trusted him completely. On the day of wedding, I had no worries and enjoyed my wedding. All of our guests (including my photographers) were excited and impressed by this breathtaking venue. For those that are having wedding in Kenyon Estate - You\'re in good hands! Relax and enjoy your day!"
— Larry and Linda Hsu

"When my new husband and I were first looking at wedding locations, we looked everywhere! Nothing seemed quite right....and then we heard about the Kenyon Estate from our wedding planner Jason. I was skeptical at first, being that it is where someone lives...until I got to see it in person. IT IS BEAUTIFUL!!! The view is amazing, so great for photos! The house is so breathtaking inside and out....I was supposed to have another site visit with Jason that day but I had made up my mind already. Having our wedding there was the best decision we made. We had about 165 guests and they all couldn't stop raving about how beautiful it was. Our ceremony was outside where the guests could enjoy the view and cocktail hour while we were finishing our pictures. We had a full bar, photobooth, dance floor, and a sit down dinner. Kenyon also has a movie room where if you're planning on having a bunch of kids at the wedding, you can rent out and keep them occupied. That was a huge selling point for me. : ) I would reccommend this site to anyone who wants a beautiful outside wedding for a fraction of the price you'd spend at a winery. What we didn't spend on a site fee we got to use for extras to make our guests feel special. Our pictures turned out amazing and the only regret I have is that the day is over already. If we had to do it all over again we'd definitely chose Kenyon all over again!"
— Adam and Christine Wulf

My fiancee and I went to look at Kenyon estate in June. Jason was prompt, friendly and extremely helpful- definitely someone you would feel comfortable with arranging your wedding. The estate is wonderful, the interior is spacious, clean, well maintained and a brilliant layout - I would very happily live there!! The grounds are great, stunning views and Jason seems to have a lot of great ideas to make it even nicer. I really would recommend looking at this estate for a wedding or other special occasion. We would be having our wedding here but have decided to get married at home- UK.
— Joanne

If there was ever a fairytale setting, it would be Kenyon Estate, a beautiful villa on the crest of a hill with views of rivers, rooftops and three famous peaks—Mount Diablo, Mount Tamalpais, and Mount Saint Helena. The magnificent handcrafted, wrought-iron gates will open for your guests alone, and the private drive will lead them to the cobbled courtyard (you can actually land a helicopter here), where a red carpet stretches beneath the long entry trellis to the massive arched doors that open into the Mission-style mansion.

Of course all of this is visible from the Great Room, a banquet hall of regal dimensions where you and your guests can dine. The granite, working fireplace and tumbled travertine floor add Old World opulence, as do the Mediterranean-style sconces, amber glass, and wrought-iron-and-gold accents. Nine arched, glass double doors lead out onto the breezeway and terrace, and the double-recessed ceilings with crown moldings house mood-setting lights. Designed with weddings and large gatherings in mind, this is a luxurious, yet flexible, space and a graceful frame for any type of event, from executive luncheon to dinner-dance gala.
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