Tucked away in the historic charm of San Juan Capistrano, an intimate French-inspired wedding at Swanner House feels like stepping into a romantic countryside escape without ever leaving Southern California. With its lush gardens, rustic textures, and old-world ambiance, the venue creates the perfect setting for couples dreaming of a celebration rooted in elegance and intimacy.

Inspired by the effortless beauty of the French countryside and the brides vision, this style of wedding embraces soft color palettes, delicate florals, and thoughtful details. The bride put a lot of love into the design of her wedding day. Imagine long farmhouse tables adorned with neutral linens, vintage dinnerware, and loose arrangements of seasonal florals. The atmosphere is relaxed yet refined, encouraging meaningful connection among a smaller group of loved ones.

An intimate French wedding at Swanner House is less about grandeur and more about experience—slow moments, shared laughter, and timeless beauty. It’s a celebration that feels personal, poetic, and effortlessly unforgettable.

The Swanner House was the perfect host for her vision and it was brought together beautifully by her coordinating team, Wild & Sage. This sweet couple hosted an intimate wedding evening with 50 of their closest family & friends. The day was filled with sunshine, citrus mocktails and the prettiest florals by Thistle Oak Floral.

Venue: The Swanner House
Photography: Kellie Jane Creative
Planning: Wilde & Sage
Florals: Thistle Oak Floral
DJ: Second Song
Catering: 24 Carrots

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