A NOTE FROM US
Dear Friends and Family,
We are so excited to have you join us as we celebrate this special chapter in our lives! Your presence, love, and support mean the world, and we can’t wait to see you all in a place that holds so many memories for us. Get ready to dance!
All our love and appreciation,
Emmie & Charlie
THE NIGHT BEFORE
WELCOME PARTY
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH
HAY'S PLACE
4:30 - 8:30 PM
COASTAL FALL ATTIRE
Dress for a cozy night on the coast - think layers and style. Warm knits, mid-length dresses and jackets recommended. Leave the tie at home!
This event is indoor/outdoor with heaters.
Parking is available, though we encourage guests to Uber!
OUR WEDDING DAY
CEREMONY & RECEPTION
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8th
PEBBLE BEACH
2:30 PM
BLACK TIE
The ceremony and cocktail hour are outdoors, we recommend a wrap or shawl.
ALL GUESTS MUST SHUTTLE. THERE IS NO PARKING OR PEDESTRIAN ACCESS TO WHERE WE WILL BE MARRIED. SHUTTLES DEPART AT 2PM.
The Reception will take place at the Beach Club, a short walk from the Ceremony. Return shuttles will be available throughout the night.
GETTING TO CARMEL
Carmel is located 2.5 hours south of San Francisco, 1.5 hours south of San Jose, & just north of Big Sur. You can fly into San Francisco or San Jose and drive, or connect to Monterey Regional Airport.
If you plan to explore the area at length on your own, we recommend renting a car. However, a car is not needed for wedding related events.
MONTEREY REGIONAL AIRPORT
MYR IS LOCATED 15 MINUTES FROM CARMEL
Direct flights to MRY from SFO, LAX, PHX, DEN, AND DFW
SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL
SFO IS A 2.5 HOUR DRIVE TO CARMEL
Multiple Shuttles from SFO to Monterey are run daily by Groome Transportation
SAN JOSE INTERNATIONAL
SJC IS A 1.5 HOUR DRIVE TO CARMEL
Multiple Shuttles from SJC to Monterey are run daily by Groome Transportation
WHERE TO STAY
We recommend staying in Carmel-by-the-Sea — a charming town just a few minutes away from Pebble Beach. Here is a selection of hotels, priced low to high, that are within walking distance or a short Uber ride to the wedding shuttle pickup. Airbnb and Vrbo are also available in Carmel and Del Monte Forest for larger groups hoping to stay together.
Every weekend in Carmel is considered "high season" in Carmel, so we encourage booking early!
CARMEL BAY VIEW INN
JUST A ONE MINUTE WALK TO THE SHUTTLE PICKUP. VERY AFFORDABLE, PLUS, A POOL!
THE PINE INN
GREAT LOCATION IN A HISTORIC BUILDING WITH AFFORDABLE ROOMS.
VAGABOND'S HOUSE
CHARMING B&B IN HEART OF CARMEL
HOTEL CARMEL
A CUTE HOTEL ATTACHED TO A LIVELY LITTLE SPORTS BAR, BROPHY'S TAVERN.
LE PETIT PALI
THE NEW STYLISH SPOT IN TOWN. CURATED DESIGN MEETS COZY CARMEL. TO NOTE, THERE ARE TWO LOCATIONS IN DOWNTOWN CARMEL.
CARMEL BEACH HOTEL
BEAUTIFUL NEW HOTEL ONE BLOCK FROM THE BEACH, A SHORT UBER TO THE SHUTTLE LOCATION
STILWELL HOTEL
MODERN LUXURY IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN CARMEL
VILLA MARA
A LUXURY, ADULTS-ONLY BOUTIQUE HOTEL AT CARMEL POINT.
LA PLAYA HOTEL
HISTORIC AND ELEGANT; CLASSIC CARMEL VIBES, WITH A GREAT HOTEL BAR
L'AUBERGE CARMEL
UPSCALE & HISTORIC BOUTIQUE HOTEL
THE INN AT SPANISH BAY
A SEASIDE RESORT WITHIN PEBBLE BEACH. THE RESORT SHUTTLE WILL BRING YOU TO BOTH THE WELCOME PARTY & WEDDING, ABOUT TEN MINUTES DRIVE AWAY
THE LODGE AT PEBBLE BEACH
WALKING DISTANCE (OR A QUICK GOLF CART RIDE) TO BOTH THE WELCOME PARTY & WEDDING
Wedding Shuttles
From Carmel:
Shuttles will depart promptly from the Carmel Plaza at the SW corner of Ocean Ave. & Junipero Street at 2:00pm. Should you prefer to drive, parking is available at The Lodge at Pebble Beach. A shuttle will take you from there to our Ceremony location.
From Pebble Beach Resorts:
Please reference The Lodge shuttle pick up location below.
Return shuttles will be available throughout the evening.
THINGS TO DO
There is so much to explore in and around Carmel & neighboring Big Sur, Monterey & Pebble Beach! If you haven't been here before, we recommend extending your trip to explore this beautiful part of the world.
17-MILE DRIVE
The iconic scenic coastal drive through Pebble Beach and Pacific Grove - a must do if you haven't been here before!
GOLF
Pebble Beach is a golfer’s paradise, offering a range of world-class courses. From prestigious tracks like Pebble Beach Golf Links and Spyglass Hill to more budget-friendly options like The Hay and Poppy Hills, there's something for every golfer to enjoy.
POINT LOBOS
With 12 different hiking trails, Point Lobos is one of California’s most picturesque coastal gems, known for its dramatic cliffs, crystal-clear waters, and diverse wildlife.
BIG SUR
California's most spectacular coastline, about an hour drive from Carmel. If you make the trek, don't miss Chris Bounds' favorite, Nepenthe, for lunch.
Our Favorites
COFFEE:
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co.
A BREAKFAST BURRITO:
Carmel Bakery
PASTRIES:
Rise + Roam
A DINER BREAKFAST:
Katy's Place (cash only), The Little Swiss Cafe
BRUNCH:
Stationæry
SANDWICHES (AND A HANGOVER CURE):
Bruno's Market & Deli (deli style), Rise + Roam (artisanal style)
LUNCH:
Forge in the Forest, The Bench at Pebble Beach
COCKTAILS / HAPPY HOUR:
Mission Ranch, Inn at Spanish Bay (bagpiper @ 4:30pm)
DINNER:
La Bicyclette, Casanova, Brophy's Tavern
A SWEET TREAT:
The Cottage of Sweets
EMMIE'S DREAM DAY
A Carmel Beach walk with coffee, and then lunch outside at The Bench
Order: Bench Warmer cocktail, Crispy Falafel "Panzanella" salad, and a table pizza
CHARLIE'S DREAM DAY
Golf (in some capacity), a sunset cocktail at Mission Ranch, and dinner at The Tap Room
Order: Dirty Tito's martini with blue cheese olives, and the ribs
