Old Fashioned Lounge
Santa Ynez
, California
3627 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez, CA 93460
If you drive through the small town of Santa Ynez, it doesn’t take long to realize how different it feels from the rest of California. The pace slows down, the roads become lined with ranches and vineyards, and the entire valley begins to feel like a peaceful escape.
Right in the center of town sits The Genevieve — a charming boutique inn that has become one of the Santa Ynez Valley’s most intimate wedding venues. The property feels almost hidden, tucked just off Sagunto Street behind gardens and oak trees.
Weddings here tend to be smaller, more personal celebrations. Instead of massive ballroom receptions or sprawling vineyard estates, couples often choose The Genevieve because it feels like hosting a private gathering at a beautiful countryside estate.
Venue Name
The Genevieve
Region
Venue Type
Boutique Inn & Wedding Venue
Guest Capacity
Up to 150 guests
Indoor / Outdoor
Both
Venue Website
The town of Santa Ynez itself has a long history tied to ranching and wine culture. Nearby you’ll find wineries like Sunstone Winery, Bridlewood Estate Winery, and the famous vineyards of Ballard Canyon just a short drive away.
Many couples hosting weddings at The Genevieve plan full weekend celebrations in the valley. Guests stay in Santa Ynez or nearby Los Olivos, explore local tasting rooms, visit the Santa Ynez Mission, and enjoy dinners at restaurants throughout the valley.
By the time the wedding day arrives, guests already feel immersed in the experience of the Santa Ynez Valley — which makes the celebration itself feel even more meaningful.
Because weddings at The Genevieve are often intimate and garden-focused, the bar experience usually feels relaxed and conversational. Guests mingle beneath trees, walk through garden pathways, and gather near the bar for drinks throughout the evening.
Signature cocktail programs
Full bar service
Wine and beer service
Specialty mocktails
Espresso and coffee service
Tailored mobile bar installations
I’m Dave
the owner
I started Old Fashioned Lounge because I love great hospitality and serving people well. Weddings are special, and it’s an honor to be part of them. We’ll show up prepared, work hard, and create a bar experience you’ll remember.
