Merryl Brown Events was hired to produce a spectacular Mexican-inspired destination wedding at the Santa Lucia Preserve in Carmel Valley, CA. The Santa Lucia Preserve is an exclusive, 20,000-acre private community tucked away in the Santa Lucia Mountains—truly a hidden treasure amongst the popular destinations of Monterey, Carmel-by-the-Sea, and Big Sur.
Your wedding day will be one of the most significant moments of your life. Your wedding ceremony and reception should fulfill your dreams, your desires, and your style. At Merryl Brown Events, wedding coordination is one of their great passions.
Merryl Brown states, “We are wedding planners with exceptional creativity, passion, integrity and patience. Whether your style is sophisticated elegance or rustic chic, we will help you to create a magical moment in time. We want you to treasure meaningful memories of your wedding day, and we are delighted to help you bring your vision to life with our exceptional production team.”
From the dress to the limousine, to the hard-to-source antique china and sterling flatware, every detail will be meticulously managed by the exceptional planning capabilities, contacts, and resources of the Merryl Brown Events team. They work with the best professionals in the industry, including nationally-recognized photographers, musicians, floral designers, caterers, venues, and other vendors.
Santa Lucia Preserve, Carmel Valley, CA
“We created a lovely wedding ceremony at the Preserve in the middle of a majestic redwood grove, followed by a reception in a barn which we transformed into a simply stunning version of what felt to us like the beautiful movie Like Water for Chocolate. It was as if we were in old Mexico, a hundred years ago, in another time and place. It was a spectacular weekend of memorable events!” Merryl explains.
Access to the Preserve is limited to homeowners, their families, and their guests. The privacy and seclusion of the Preserve showcase the surrounding natural beauty, including the breathtaking redwood groves, and the plethora of wild animals that roam the grounds.
Also located on the property are the gorgeous Spanish Colonial-style Hacienda, a magnificent rustic barn used for events and weddings, and a world-class equestrian center.
Wedding Photographer Miguel Fairbanks
“You are such a special person to have pulled together our awe-inspiring wedding. It is crystal clear from the success of our event that you do so much more than plan. You execute in a holistic way by making sure everyone is taken care of – including emotions. You made the planning process so smooth. I feel so fortunate to have had you and your team’s guidance over such an important time in my life. Thank you, thank you, thank you.”
—Mia Parker, Bride
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