ru's Farm - Healdsburg, California

Annie Zhang

Having our wedding at Ru's Farm was a dream.

It was love at first sight, we knew immediately after stepping on the grounds that this was our place. It's beautiful and charming in a way that photos barely capture, but that's just the start of it.

Lele, the venue owner was a joy to work with. We could tell how much love and care she puts into the space and that working with her would be the opposite of the cookie cutter, corporate experience we've experienced at other popular venues. She provided a thorough tour of the space, a really helpful preferred vendors list, and other wonderful tips and tricks. All the preferred vendors were top tier, and it ended up saving us a ton of time and we were guaranteed a high quality end to end experience.

Other key benefits of Ru's:
1. The venue is available the entire wedding day which provides a lot of flexibility
2. There is a beautiful, 3-bedroom cottage on the properties that was perfect for getting ready
3. Unlike vineyards, this property has all the perks of a vineyard (oversees a vineyard) but also allows all types of alcohol (not just beer and wine)
4. The design of the space and the transition between different phases of the day (ceremony, reception, dancing, etc) was seamless

This venue is a rare treasure, I would certainly suggest snatching a date before they are all gone.

Ru's Farm will always hold a special place in our hearts and we hope to be able to revisit it in a few years to try to relive the beautiful memories.

Elizabeth Taistra

We had the most amazing wedding at Ru's Farm and would highly recommend seeing this property if you're planning a wedding/event. You wont want to look anywhere else. Lele and John are the most hospitable hosts making you feel at ease and at home. We are forever grateful to them for making our day so perfect.

Stephanie Hopkins

Ru's Farm is a gorgeous venue in the hidden gem of Healdsburg, Ca. What I love about it so much- it's not "in" town, so you feel a more intimate feel, but it's just a few miles away from the town square, wine tasting, and hotels.
You don't have to leave the property for the next "event"- everything you need (getting ready, ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, dancing) are all just steps away, yet not so close that you feel claustrophobic.
You have so many amazing locations in one venue- a grove of olive trees that welcomes your guests, the iconic vineyards that Sonoma and Napa are so well known for, and beautiful trees and gardens.
I have photographed at a lot of venues, and there is just something special about the ambiance of Ru's.

Tish S.

We knew immediately that this was the venue we wanted. This place really feels like a hidden gem amongst the other Vineyard/Winery Venues, as this is not technically a winery in and of itself. Its really designed for weddings, but gives you the wine country experience you are probably looking for. Our vision was for a backyard-style garden wedding, and it truly felt like that. As soon as you walk onto the property, you can tell it was expertly maintained to preserve its romantic charm. From the olive trees, to the endless roses blooming on-site, to the beautiful cork tree and vineyard background, everything about the venue fit what we were looking for. We were so excited to rock out in the barn, and Lele was able to provide a number of high quality vendors she has worked with in the past. We can’t wait to go back and visit next time we are in the area to relive such a special day.

J29 Events

As you walk the grounds at Ru's Farm, it feels like you're stepping into a little slice of Italian countryside. The venue is perfectly manicured, the views are epic, and it's conveniently located just outside of downtown Healdsburg. Lele and her team are fantastic. Lele is knowledgeable, helpful, kind and caring - she makes the client feel right at home. She and her husband, LJ, put in the work to make sure the space is fully equipped, allowing the vendor team to create and do our job successfully. We loved designing and coordinating in this warm and inviting venue and can't wait for another opportunity to do so in the future.

Kayli Wager

Ah this place is absolutely magical and breathtaking!!!

My husband and I got married at Ru's Farm this past summer (we booked in 2019 but due to COVID we postponed to 2021). I can't say enough positive things about the venue, the views, the team (Lele - who was our main point of contact here is WONDERFUL!). The grounds are beautifully kept. The views... I'm still speechless. Our guests kept telling us how beyond beautiful the property is! It has that rustic feel but also very timeless & romantic. The barn onsite is a great place to gather to dance and is amazing. We stayed onsite at the cottage, which is so clean & beautiful. It also makes it so convenient to get ready and gather before the wedding!

With all the craziness of this past year, Lele was nothing short of amazing! Beyond sweet, flexible with the changes, and extremely responsive. I'd love to have our wedding day all over again 😉

THANK YOU LELE and Ru's Farm for holding such a special place in our hearts!! It was a perfect day!!!

Sarah Schadler

Tucked away in Healdsburg, this was a perfect Wedding and reception venue. Over looking the vineyard, the reception was quaint and cozy. Perfect for an intimate setting with old growth trees and string lights setting the mood for a romantic evening getaway from the bustling city. The wait staff were wonderful and charming. The dinner was exquisite, and everything was perfect to celebrate the bride and groom.

Jon Noronha

Ru's Farm was absolutely amazing for our July wedding! It's a hidden gem so close to Healdsburg with a huge gorgeous oak tree and endless vineyard views. The garden setting for cocktail hour + dinner was magical, especially with the lavender in bloom. Thank you Lele for taking care of us and making sure that everything went smoothly. Our guests loved the experience - it was just such a magical place, and we'll be thinking of it for the rest of our lives.