Villa Sancti, Malibu
Located in one of the most beautiful areas of Malibu, Villa Sancti is one of the most refined estate wedding venues in Southern California, offering a private, European-inspired setting reminiscent of the South of France or Tuscany. This award-winning Tuscan-style estate features spectacular ocean views, private access to Paradise Cove, and over two acres of formally landscaped gardens and vineyard. Nestled within an exclusive neighborhood, the property provides exceptional privacy and natural beauty while remaining just minutes from Malibu’s restaurants, shopping, and coastal attractions. Weddings hosted at Villa Sancti are best suited for couples seeking an elevated, highly personalized celebration within a secluded estate environment.
Due to the nature of the property, events at Villa Sancti require a full-scale production approach, including curated rentals, professional power and lighting, and detailed site coordination. Estate weddings here demand experienced full-service planning, vetted vendor teams, and thoughtful logistical oversight to ensure a seamless guest experience and a celebration that feels intentional, effortless, and refined from start to finish.
The estate’s layered gardens, vineyard setting, and architectural details allow for distinct ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception environments, creating a dynamic flow and immersive experience for guests throughout a multi-day celebration.
Frequently Asked Questions About Villa Sancti
What makes Villa Sancti a unique estate wedding venue in Malibu?
Villa Sancti is a Tuscan-style private estate set on nearly two acres of curated gardens with panoramic ocean views, vineyard landscapes, and exclusive access to Paradise Cove. The estate hosts a small number of outdoor celebrations each year to preserve its beauty and ensure each event feels intentional, romantic, and fully custom. Only the gardens and bridal suite are available for events; the rest of the residence remains private.
What elements are included when booking Villa Sancti for a wedding?
When you book Villa Sancti for your wedding, the estate provides: Two expansive flat lawns and formal gardens, A bridal suite with private restroom access, Covered catering space with electrical power, Rehearsal and vendor site visit access prior to your event, Romantic landscape lighting, fountains, and a large dance pavilion, Private beach access, These elements allow for beautiful garden ceremonies, receptions, and photography backdrops without sacrificing operational needs like power, lighting, and infrastructure.
What are the key rules and regulations for weddings at Villa Sancti?
Villa Sancti operates with clear hosting guidelines to protect safety and the property’s integrity: Maximum capacity is 250 guests. Music must end by 10:00 pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and by 9:00 pm Sunday–Thursday. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on the property due to high fire risk. All catering, kitchen build-outs, and event rentals must go through approved vendors, and only a limited number of vehicles are permitted on site per event. These rules preserve the estate’s beauty and ensure every celebration unfolds with respect and clarity.
Do I need a wedding planner to host at Villa Sancti?
Yes. Because Villa Sancti requires a full build-out and has strict logistical and vendor requirements, a full-service wedding planner is essential. The estate limits events to those with experienced planning teams who manage vendor load-ins, timelines, site logistics, and coordination. This ensures the level of production needed for a seamless celebration and protects the property’s standards. If you are engaged with another Planner outside of Weddings by Susan Dunne you are required to use Weddings by Susan Dunne as a Chaperone to Chaperone your Planner.
How does property access and timing work for a Villa Sancti wedding?
Access to Villa Sancti generally runs from 8:00 am to 12:00 am on your wedding day. Beyond that window, vendors coordinate set-up and strike according to the estate’s schedules: Premiere Rentals may access the day before, other vendors on the day of the wedding, and pickup the morning after. This structured timing creates clarity for production teams and allows for efficient load-in and load-out.
Is there a guest or site security requirement at Villa Sancti?
Yes. Due to the private nature of the estate and neighborhood considerations, professional security is required at the front gate throughout your event to monitor guest access, manage shuttle and transportation traffic, and ensure the surrounding community is respected.
What is the average budgets couples invest when hosting a wedding at Villa Sancti
Because it is not a traditional venue, all amenities must be brought in, which requires a full-scale production approach to create a seamless guest experience. To give you a clear framework:, For 100–150 guests, productions typically range from $150K–$350K. For 150–200 guests, productions typically range from $350K–$550K+.
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