The Canary Sings: Rooftop Perch, Stunning Views

July 22nd, 2009

I had a meeting last week at The Canary Hotel, and fell in love with its rooftop deck all over again. Located in downtown Santa Barbara, the Spanish style architecture is fabulous and the rooftop boasts 360 degrees of breathtaking views. I love this place for intimate weddings (they also have a ballroom inside that can accommodate up to 120 guests). But even more so, I love the rooftop for rehearsal dinners, private parties and corporate receptions. The deck is ideal for getting guests circulating - you HAVE to move around in order to enjoy the views from each side! With a cozy fireplace and great food, this is the spot! (p.s. If you pop in for a tour, the main floor bar COAST has excellent happy hour specials on drinks and apps!) xoxo

The fireplace and pool, gorgeous!

Casa Das Palmas and Villa de Camino Cielo

July 20th, 2009

Last week I had the pleasure of visiting two more fabulous Santa Barbara Estates, Casa das Palmas in the exclusive neighborhood of Hope Ranch and Villa de Camino Cielo.

Casa das Palmas is a Spanish style hacienda that lives up to it name, nestled at the base of dozens of towering Palm trees. The Palms provide a sense of privacy and seclusion that makes this property a quiet little oasis. It’s available as a vacation rental with its 4 bedrooms that sleep up to 10 guests or as an event venue for weddings, corporate receptions or private parties up to 200 guests. The site for a wedding starts at $8,000. For an amazing weekend long affair or corporate retreat, you can even rent the property for the entire weekend! There is a 10pm curfew for amplified music, but the party can go on until midnight. Bathrooms will need to be brought in and a professional coordinator is required. Following are some photos for you. Enjoy!

Front Entrance of the gorgeous hacienda-style Casa das Palmas

From the air you can see the fabulous tennis courts,

lawns and pool of the Estate

A beautiful pool and patio make as stunning backdrop

Villa de Camino Cielo boasts unparalleled views from its perch above Santa Barbara. The gorgeous property is over 26 acres, providing complete privacy. The property’s exterior is available for weddings, private parties and corporate events for up to 300 guests. The site fee for a wedding starts at $8,000 and includes the use of the pool house for the bridal party to get ready. The Estate can also be rented for the weekend if you would like use of the house. There is a 3 night minimum and it can sleep up to 10 guests comfortably. Bathrooms need to be brought in and a professional coordinator is required. Enjoy the photos and the views!

The Front Entrance of Villa de Camino Cielo

Every area of the sprawling lawn provides amazing views over Santa Barbara

This arch could make a dramatic grand entrance!

The bath house/ cabana available for brides

The stunning infinity pool would be even more amazing with some dramtic lighting, or it could even be covered and lit to make an unforgettable dance floor

Hope you enjoyed. Stay tuned for more upcoming Estates. Contact me for more details on Estate events at donna@donnaromanievents.com or 805-286-6505.