There’s something special about getting married at Triple S Ranch, a historic Napa Valley estate tucked into the hills of Calistoga. More than a place for a single ceremony, the ranch is designed for full wedding weekends, where couples and their guests stay together and let the celebration unfold naturally. Between the restored Victorian farmhouse, rustic barn, eclectic cabins, and expansive private grounds, each part of the property offers its own distinct atmosphere while still feeling connected.

 

Bride getting makeup applied by a makeup artist while holding a yellow phone case before her wedding.
White bridal heels, gold rings, and two vow booklets arranged on a soft white surface.
Groomsmen in black tuxedos and sunglasses pose on steps in a black and white wedding photo.
Emotional groom wiping tears during first look moment with bride in sunny garden setting.
Emotional bride in strapless white gown wiping tears outdoors at a sunny garden wedding venue.
Black and white photo of bride and groom sharing a first look moment in a vineyard setting.

The Organic Garden, which is filled with blooms during the summer, is an incredible place to exchange private vows and have a first look.

Lush pink and coral dahlia floral arrangement beside a large oak tree decorated with hanging garlands outdoors.
Father of the bride sharing an emotional embrace at the wedding ceremony under a large tree.
Outdoor wedding ceremony under a large oak tree with guests seated on a sunny day.
Bride and groom exchange vows under a floral arch with hanging blooms at an outdoor wedding.
Outdoor wedding ceremony setup under a large oak tree with floral arrangements lining the aisle.
Wedding guests in formal attire seated outdoors for a sunlit ceremony in a natural setting.

Ceremonies are held under the 200 year-old walnut tree. The tree was covered in floral garlands for this wedding ceremony.

Large outdoor wedding reception with guests dining at long tables surrounded by lush garden greenery.
Elegant outdoor reception table set with pink florals, glassware, and white linens among greenery.
Elegant outdoor wedding reception with long wooden tables, floral centerpieces, and lush greenery.
Groom lifting bride joyfully during outdoor evening wedding reception under string lights.

Reception dinners at the long communal wooden tables are both a visual statement and built for connection. As the meal unfolds, the center of the space is the perfect setting for speeches and first dances.

Two men in tuxedos laughing and enjoying drinks inside a rustic wooden wedding venue.
Bride and groom in elegant attire standing outside a rustic wooden venue after wedding.
Black and white photo of wedding guests seated outdoors, enjoying drinks at an evening reception.
Wedding party lines up outdoors, groomsmen in black suits beside bridesmaids in vibrant dresses.

The open fields around the Ranch are gorgeous and provide a stunning green mountain backdrop.

Bride and groom posing together outdoors, she holds a vibrant bouquet of orange and red flowers.
Adorable small dog dressed in a black tuxedo with bow tie sitting outdoors at a wedding.
Black and white photo of bride and groom holding hands while walking through a sunlit outdoor venue.
Bride and groom looking at each other in a flower field.
Bride and groom sharing a romantic moment in a vibrant flower garden, bride holding a colorful bouquet.
Bride and groom walk through a vibrant flower garden in golden sunlight at their wedding.

The flower field looks even more stunning during golden hour.

Elegant couple sharing a first dance at wedding reception surrounded by applauding guests.
Black and white photo of wedding guests dancing and celebrating on a lively dance floor.
Two women in red dresses smiling and posing together at a wedding reception party.
Man in a suit wearing novelty glasses makes an OK gesture at a wedding reception.
Bride in white gown singing into microphone with live band performing at wedding reception.
Energetic wedding reception dance floor with guests and band performing under warm lights.

The Vitner's Barn is a great place for dancing and after-parties.

Bride crowd surfing joyfully above cheering wedding guests in black and white reception dance floor photo.

 

During their late summer celebration, A and K invited their closest friends and family from around the country to stay with them at the Ranch. It was a a weekend well-lived, filled with moments of quiet, liveliness, energy, and stillness. Friday began with a bang, bringing everyone together for an afternoon pool party. Guests mingled, swam, and laughed together. As evening approached and the rehearsal wrapped, guests gathered around long wooden tables for a relaxed dinner of organic salads and pizzas fresh from the Ranch’s wood-fired oven. The party soon moved back to the pool and stretched into the night as guests excitedly celebrated what was to come.


The next day, The bridal party got ready together in the Grand Victorian, while the groomsmen prepared in the Distillery Barn; two separate spaces that suited the distinct energy of each group. After quietly exchanging private vows in the flower field and time spent roaming the property with friends and family, the ceremony took place beneath the ranch’s iconic 200-year-old walnut tree. Dinner followed outdoors under the stars, where the couple shared their first dance before the celebration transitioned indoors. The night ended with singing, dancing, and crowd surfing—an unfiltered, joyful close to a weekend defined by connection, ease, and the rare feeling of time well spent together.

 

About the author

hi, i'm annalee, a documentary-style wedding photographer based in san francisco.

You deserve to look back on your wedding photos and remember how the day felt — all of your nerves, your laughter, and, of course, your overwhelming joy. Together, we'll tell your story how you want it told, striking a balance between creating gorgeous moments with documentary-style gentle observation on digital and film.

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