The McCaffrey House Bed & Breakfast Inn {Twain Harte, Ca.}

The McCaffrey House Bed and Breakfast Inn

www.mccaffreyhouse.com

Pure elegance in a wilderness setting! The McCaffrey House Bed and Breakfast Inn, built by the innkeepers, Michael and Stephanie McCaffrey, is a delightfully warm and enchanting mountain lodge nestled in the high sierra near Dodge Ridge, Yosemite National Park, and the town of Sonora, California. McCaffrey House is a 4 diamond, AAA property and is just perfect for small weddings from 2 to 30 people. Their outdoor setting is ideal for garden weddings and the elevated deck is perfect for those who want to be surrounded by majestic cedars and pines. They also stage weddings in their living room, with a grand piano, fireplace, and casual seating, which is perfect for a cozy winter wedding! The cozy and romantic guest rooms feature amish quilts, fire stoves, private bath, flat screen TV’s, DVD players, robes, Ipod docking ports, 5400 thread count sheets, high speed wireless internet, and includes family and pet friendly rooms, with exquisite views of the forest. The McCaffrey House is located at 23251 Hwy 108, in Twain Harte, California. Their phone number is 888-586-0757 or 209-586-0757.

Venue: The McCaffrey House Bed & Breakfast, Photography: Still Memories Photography, Cake: Alicias Cakes & Catering

Greenhorn Creek { Seth + Sonya } Wedding Photography

Todays featured real wedding was held at the fabulous Camps Restaurant at the very lush and beautiful Greenhorn Creek Resort in Angels Camp, California. Seth and Sonya had planned a gorgeous fall wedding and it turned out just perfectly. We really love the rich, vibrant medley of colors, the yellows, reds, oranges, and browns they chose, that went perfect with the all the fall colors at the resort that day. I especially love how they even incorporated fall leaves in some of the little details, such as Sonya’s garter and their ring pillow. I hope you enjoy the photos of this wonderful day for Seth and Sonya, that was captured by Still Memories Photography.

Venue: Camps Restaurant at Greenhorn Creek, Photography: Still Memories Photography, Cake: Cornerspace Cakes, Floral: Bears Florist, Hair: Sheree Richards, Makeup: Amanda Ragan

CornerSpace Cakes – Sonora, Ca.

CornerSpace Cakes was originally opened in April of 2011 as a small café and coffee shop, specializing in breakfast pastries and creative cupcakes baked daily. As the orders increased for cakes and cupcakes, they quickly outgrew the small café and decided to concentrate on pastries and cakes to order. CornerSpace Cakes is currently operated out of a large commercial kitchen in downtown Sonora. They cater events, providing the most delicious appetizers, breakfast pastries, desserts, yummy cupcakes, and beautiful cakes.

They personally bake all their cakes and cupcakes fresh from scratch, and they are made from only the finest quality ingredients, never from mixes. Their buttercream is made with real butter, and their fondant is made from scratch. CornerSpace Cakes can create either traditional cakes or shaped 3-d cakes. Have a peek at some of the many wonderful cakes they have created, below. To view more of their work, visit them at https://www.facebook.com/cornerspace.cakes or call 209-532-4112. 

Photography: Joleen Willis Photography, Alexia Wardell Photography, Jennifer Rapoza Photography, and Still Memories Photography

The National Hotel Jackson, Ca

Originally built in 1852, The National Hotel, the Grand dame of years past, a historical landmark of the gold mining and Wild West history of AmadorCounty, has been lovingly restored to her former glory. The National Hotel is now a full service, luxury boutique hotel offering guests opulent accommodations, a full bar, an impressive wine cellar-tasting room, fine dining at Stanley’s Steakhouse and casual fare at the deli cafe. Many famous people have stayed at the hotel, such as governors, presidents, Mark Twain, and even John Wayne. There is even an old phone booth from the original days. Each room is unique and different. Some rooms have jacuzzi’s, some have fireplaces, private balconies and some have adjoining rooms. The hotel has all the modern conveniences and luxuries, while still retaining its old-time feel and charm. Impeccable hospitality and five-star service await you at the National Hotel, the gateway to California’s Amador Wine Country, the Shenandoah Valley, and historic rich gold country.

Weddings are beautiful and unforgettable at the National Hotel, where guests are received in style! Old west ambience meets Victorian opulence. For a wedding you and your guests will remember for its spectacular romance and loveliness, check out the National Hotel!

They also host historical societies, family reunions, corporate retreats, groups of writers and artists, and much more. The National Hotel is located at 2 Water Street in the heart of Jackson, Ca. The phone number is 209-223-0500. For more information, visit nationalhoteljackson.com

Columbia Kate’s Tea House, Bakery, & Boutique {Sonora Photography}

Meet Columbia Kate’s in Historic Columbia, California, with three wonderful stores to enjoy, the teahouse, the bakery, and the boutique. Columbia Kate’s Teahouse, set in an 1880’s period barn, features a delicious assortment of fresh homemade food, such as pot pies, sandwiches on homemade bread, a yummy variety of salads and soups, freshly made scones, her famous crème filled French macaroons, and of course the largest variety of tea you will find anywhere. She even makes gluten free baked goods. You can enjoy lunch in the lovely tearoom surrounded by tea treasures and décor, or enjoy eating out on the cozy enclosed patio. You can also pick up some loose tea to take home to enjoy, and maybe a lovely new teapot or tea cozy. Little girls can even make their very own unique button bracelet while there. It is so fun!

Columbia Kate’s Bakery is full of yummy fresh baked goodies and coffee, and is set in the cutest little old fashioned building. Pick something up on the go to enjoy now, or order something special for an upcoming party or event.

Then, make sure to also pop into Columbia Kate’s Boutique for the loveliest assortment of unique and wonderful items that you just can’t find anywhere else. She has the largest assortment of buttons you will find, handmade jewelry, fun socks, hats, ruffled scarves, vintage styled clothing, crocheted purses, embroidered dish towels, teacups, teapots, local art, and more. You can definitely count on finding the perfect gift here.

Columbia Kate’s even hosts small events, wedding lunches, bridal showers, and birthday parties. They are located at 22727 Columbia St in Columbia, Ca, and their phone number is 209-532-1885.

Here are some photos of the three shops and some of the lovely treasures you will find there.

Venue (Restaurant, Bakery, & Boutique): Columbia Kate’s, Photography: Still Memories Photography

Lazy Z Wedding Photography {Coltin + Nicole}

Coltin and Nicole had a very  beautiful rustic styled wedding at Lazy Z Resort in Twain Harte, Ca. With family and friends traveling all the way from Germany to join them for their big day, they wanted a weekend affair at a location with special meaning to them. They were able to spend four wonderful days with their international guests, and the location had great meaning to them as a couple, having spent many weekends and holidays there, the 9 years they have been together. Coltin and Nicole’s vision was to create a pairing of sentiment and rustic beauty. The scenery at Lazy Z Resort already featured a natural, rustic look and they added to that by using lots of burlap. They also incorporated German traditions, (which is where they are from) into the ceremony and reception, which made it really their own.

Venue: Lazy Z Resort, Photography: Still Memories Photography, Floral: Mountain Laurel Florist, Cake: Cornerspace Cakes, DJ: Sound Extreme, Hair and Makeup: Flawless Hair & Makeup Design