Stonepine Estate

Rehearsal Dinner

The Wedding Day

Our Wedding

Our Story

Photos

Wedding Party

Q + A

Kindly note that ride share vehicles are very limited in the Carmel Valley area and Uber or Lyft are not allowed at our wedding venue. We have provided shuttles to get you to and from the wedding! See schedule below.

Guests Staying in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Pick-up LocationJunipero St. between Ocean Ave. &amp; 7th Ave.Tour Bus Stalls (across the street from Carmel Presbyterian Church)

Pick-up Time 3:30 PM

Notes		- There will be three 27 passenger shuttles to bring you to the wedding. 		- Please arrive by 3:15pm so shuttles can depart on time. 		- The shuttle will make loops from 8:30pm until the final departure at 10:00pm back here. 		- Ubers and Lyfts are available in Carmel-by-the-Sea if you need to get to and from your accommodations from the designated shuttle location but can be limited.

Guests Staying in Carmel Valley

Pick-up LocationSt. Philip’s Lutheran Church8065 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel, CA 93923

Pick-up Times- 3:30pm- 3:45pm- 4:00pm (the first shuttle will circle back to the church)

Notes 		 - There will be two 27 passenger shuttles to bring you to the wedding. 		- Please arrive by 3:15pm so shuttles can depart on time. 		- The shuttle will make loops from 8:30pm until the final departure at 10:00pm back here. 		- If you are driving a personal car, you may park the car in the church parking lot and leave it until after the wedding.		- Please note ride share is very limited in Carmel Valley.

Wedding Day Shuttle

Featuring free WiFi, Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave provides daily complimentary breakfast baskets delivered to guest room from 8 AM till 10 AM. The continental breakfast is available from 7am to 11am daily. Guest rooms provide a private bath. The Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey is a short drive from Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave. Monterey Peninsula College is also within driving distance of the hotel. The Monterey Peninsula Airport is 15 minutes' drive from the hotel. Set in downtown Carmel, a short stroll from the white sands of Carmel Beach, shopping &amp; restaurants. This 4-star hotel features free onsite parking, high-speed WiFi, a daily Continental Champagne Breakfast, curated Social Happy Hours, and free bike rentals and beach supplies. Each guest room is dog-friendly and equipped with a mini bar, coffee machine, mini refrigerator, 50-inch TV, and rain showers. The Monterey Regional Airport is within 10 minutes driving distance.

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

In close proximity to Point Lobos State Park, and short distance to Big Sur, this hotel offers relaxing activities and exploration of the California coastline. High speed internet featured in all rooms and throughout the property. Outdoor Heated pool, Jacuzzi, and fitness room

Carmel Mission Inn

Located in Carmel and with Carmel Beach reachable within a 12-minute walk, Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a garden. Built in 1954, this 4-star hotel is within 3.5 miles of Point Lobos State Reserve and 4.7 miles of Presidio of Monterey Museum. The hotel has a terrace and a 24-hour front desk. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Buffet and continental breakfast options are available at the hotel. Guests at Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave will be able to enjoy activities in and around Carmel, like cycling. Carmel Mission is a 14-minute walk from the accommodation, while Pebble Beach is 2.8 miles away. Monterey Regional Airport is 6.2 miles from the property.

Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

Surrounded by large flower gardens, this lodge offers a seasonal outdoor pool from May to October. Carmel-by-the-Sea is 15 minutes’ drive away. Great views of the Santa Lucia Mountains are offered from this lodge. With a private patio, all of the warmly decorated rooms at Carmel Valley Lodge come equipped with cable TV and a fireplace. Each room has high ceilings and a modern bathroom with either a bathtub or shower. A continental breakfast is offered and includes local pastries, yogurt, fruit, hard-boiled eggs, and coffee and tea. Featuring 28 wine tasting rooms, shops and one-of-a-kind restaurants, Carmel Valley Village is just a short walk away from this lodge. Offering beautiful walking trails, Garland Regional Park is just 7 minutes away. Scenic Big Sur is 1 hours' drive away.

Carmel Valley Lodge and Resort

This Carmel Valley resort features star-rated dining, a wellness spa and outdoor heated pool. A limestone fireplace, 2-person soaking tub and down feather bedding are featured in each guest room. Monterey Bay Aquarium is 12 miles away. Guests are welcomed with a gourmet snack basket, fruit bowl, fresh roses, and a complimentary "wine grotto" minibar with Bernardus wines in their rooms. A flat-screen cable TV, iPod docking station and coffee machine are also provided. Lucia Restaurant &amp; Bar boasts an extensive wine list and a menu that focuses on organic, local ingredients. The bar and lounge area provides a more casual menu and experience. The Spa at Bernardus includes marine-inspired massage services and body treatments in a spacious facility that features locker rooms, sauna rooms, a fitness room and a juice bar. A warming room with fireplace, a meditation garden, a dipping pool and a reflecting pool are available for guest relaxation. A full-service beauty salon is also available. Two tennis courts are on site. A croquet lawn and bocce court are provided for guest use. Garland Ranch Regional Park is just under 1 mile away. The Carmel Mission Basilica and Museum are 9.5 miles away.

Bernardus Lodge & Spa

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Nestled among the Santa Lucia Mountains, Hidden Valley Inn is just 5 minutes walk to Carmel Valley Village where guests can explore many wine tasting rooms, boutique shops, and fine restaurants offering al fresco style dining. Free guest parking is provided on site. Guest rooms offer cable TV, complimentary WiFi, and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and organic bath products. All rooms will have either a pool, garden, or a mountain view and most offer private outdoor patio space with table and seating. The Inn also offers a spacious communal courtyard surrounding an outdoor swimming pool with lawn and seating Vineyards, golf courses, and scenic trails are all nearby. Guests can visit the nearby Garland Ranch Regional Park, featuring miles of varied hiking trails as well as access to the beautiful Carmel River. Carmel-By-The-Sea, downtown Monterey, and WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca are all a short drive away. The Big Sur coast is breathtaking, one hour drive south.

Hidden Valley Inn

Hotels

Monterey Car Week

Our wedding weekend happens right before Monterey Car Week begins in Monterey! If you’re staying a little longer, there are amazing car shows and events throughout the area. Even if you’re not a huge car person, the atmosphere during this time is really unique and fun. The whole area fills with beautiful vintage cars, oceanfront events, and very good people watching. <a href="https://www.seemonterey.com/events/monterey-car-week/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.seemonterey.com/events/monterey-car-week/</a>

Recommendations

1. 17-Mile Drive: one of the most beautiful coastal drives in California2. Downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea: especially fun during Car Week with cars parked all throughout town3. Pebble Beach: gorgeous views and lots of Car Week events happening throughout the area

Honestly, the best recommendation is probably just to walk around Carmel and Pebble Beach during the week. Random million-dollar vintage cars casually drive by next to you everywhere.

Our Favorite Restaurants

1. Osteria Al Mare

Can you tell what my favorite menu item there is? ;)We really love this spot right by the Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf. Definitely sit outside on the patio if you can - you might spot little otters swimming while you eat dinner. Their vongole is an absolute must order.

2. Mission Ranch

We almost got married here!Such a beautiful Carmel restaurant, owned by Clint Eastwood.

Carmel-by-the-Sea

One of our favorite places to spend the day, full of little shops, wine tasting rooms, cozy restaurants, and storybook cottages. Perfect for wandering around with coffee or ending the night with dinner and wine near the beach.

Restaurants

1. La Bicyclette2. Alta Bakery 3. Katy's Place (no reservation)4. Tuck Box (no reservation)5. Stationaery

Monterey & the Coast

Whale Watching in Moss Landing

We loved taking my family here. We got to see humpback whales feeding right next to the boat, which was honestly unbelievable. August is a great time to go whale watching here.

Cannery Row

Such a fun place to be a tourist! Lots of shops, restaurants, and things to do right next to the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Jack bought me a pearl shell here once and we turned it into a necklace :)

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Such an impressive aquarium and one of the coolest places in Monterey. The exhibits are incredible, especially the giant kelp forest and jellyfish. Definitely worth visiting, especially if you have kids.

Minjee & Jack