Driving to Temecula for the first time to enjoy my birthday weekend, I definitely had to make a…read morestop here and it was such a great experience. To know especially that these are rescued animals and are being taken care of so carefully, giving us the privilege of being able to give them our love as well, it was a heartwarming experience. Plenty of free parking available right infront of the sanctuary. There is a cute little shop attached to the sanctuary, where you can buy their handmade truffle chocolates which are so delicious (coming from someone who isn't a fan of truffle chocolates), fresh farm eggs, honey, and other delicacies. With your zoo "ticket" you get 2 free samples of their chocolates and a hefty bag of feed for the animals. The animals are mostly in their own pens, with some together. There's even a couple of the pigs you'll find out of pens, just hanging out on the property, laying beside the building. You're able to go into the tortoise pen and feed/pet him as well, 2 people at a time inside the pen, as he does get anxious. You're not able to feed all of the animals, but for the most part you can. Each pen has a sign for which animals are ok to feed/pet and which are not. They are very calm and friendly, as long as you are too. They take the feed very gently and don't bite your fingers. On the weekends they offer pizza made fresh for the visitors, and have plenty of covered outdoor seating options to enjoy. They also offer wine tasting, but we did not partake, as we had just left a winery, but I'm sure it is quite enjoyable as well. Definitely a must stop if you're in the area and it's a 5 minute drive from the wineries!

First time visiting and this is a cute little place to feed and pet some animals. Zoo might not be…read morethe best description since it's more of an animal rescue and shelter. It's probably better in the fall/winter since there's no shade and the sun was hot. Most of the cages didn't have names or descriptions on the animal's story, which would've helped improve the experience. We couldn't see the tortoise since he was in his house and no one was around to let us in the pen. The chocolate truffles are great; we bought some of those.

So happy we have this petting zoo in town! It was so much cleaner than others nearby and the staff…read morewas extremely helpful and friendly! It is interactive and the kids had a lot to do. All the animals were cute, clean and interesting with all the fun facts on the cages. The price was super reasonable and loved that they had pony rides. There were pigs, chickens, alpacas, sheep, goats, turkey, miniature horses and ponies. Will definitely be spreading the word. It was a fun family outing for a weekend morning.

I had such a fun time at Peltzer Pumpkin Farm this past weekend! September 19th marked thei 30…read moreyears of pumpkins and 10 years of wine, so it was a really fun weekend to visit. We got there around 6:30 just before sunset and there was a good amount of people and families, but it never felt too overwhelming. Parking was pretty efficient. We did notice another lot closer to the pumpkin patch, but the walk from where we parked was only about five minutes so it really wasn't bad. I loved the decorations and overall layout of the farm. Admission into the pumpkin farm is $4 Friday through Sunday and $2 Monday through Thursday, which I thought was pretty reasonable. There was a lot going on around the property with different activities, food, drinks, and even live music. I tried their Killer Marg and it was soooo delicious. It had a really fresh citrusy flavor where you could actually taste the fruit. I do wish there were a few more dedicated photo ops throughout the pumpkin patch because I think that would add even more to the experience, especially around sunset. Besides that, there was plenty to walk around and see. Coming right before sunset was also such a good choice because the farm looked so pretty as the sun was going down. Overall, such a cute fall activity and I would definitely come back!

1/2 3.5/5 We visited…read morePeltzer Pumpkin Farm & Winery for some fall fun, and overall it was a cute experience, especially if you're going with kids! There are tons of photo opportunities throughout the pumpkin patch, which I loved. There are also carnival-style games, a train ride, and pony rides, so there's definitely enough to keep the kids entertained. Train ride: 6 tickets per person Pony ride: 10 tickets per person There are also carnival games that require tickets. The biggest downside for me was the food selection. There really wasn't a lot offered when we went -- basically kettle corn was the main food option we saw. I was expecting more fall/pumpkin-patch food choices, especially for the price of admission and activities. Prices: Most activities are an additional ticket cost, so the total can add up quickly depending on how many activities you do. Parking: Parking is available on-site, which made bringing the kids pretty convenient. Overall, I'd give it 3.5/5. I'd still recommend it for families who want cute fall pictures, carnival games, a train ride, and pony rides, but I'd definitely eat beforehand or plan on having another meal afterward because the food options are limited.

My first time going blueberry picking with my kids and friends was unfortunately not a good…read moreexperience. The pathway was full of rocks, which made it extremely difficult to push a stroller. I moved my stroller near the gate where the ground was smoother while waiting for my friends to buy buckets for us. One staff member came up to me and immediately told me I couldn't go in without a bucket. I politely explained that I was not entering yet, just waiting because the rocky path was very hard for my stroller, and my friends were buying the buckets for me. Instead of explaining the rules kindly, she spoke to us with attitude and embarrassed us in front of everyone. The whole line was looking at us, and it felt very uncomfortable. She was impatient and rude instead of simply explaining the rules nicely to first-time visitors. We didn't know that each person needed their own bucket, and we also didn't know group picking was not allowed. That could have been explained respectfully. Customer service is not just about enforcing rules -- it's also about treating customers with kindness and patience. What disappointed me the most was how her attitude suddenly changed after I told my friend she was not friendly at all. Then she started smiling and acting nicer to the next guests. First-time customers who don't know the rules deserve clear explanations, not embarrassment and attitude.

In a word: delightful…read more We had a wonderful time picking fresh blueberries. The two gentlemen working the parking lot showed us where to park, the people at the check in were nice and the farm store was also fantastic. A new tradition is born for us.

We highly recommend! The ranch was very well kept, the owners and staff were all friendly and very…read morewelcoming. You can feel the love for the animals and how well they are taken care of. We felt at home, in their home. We can't wait to got back again very soon!

We've been here a few different occasions already, and each time has been a special experience! My…read moredaughter first visited when she was 3 years old, and now she is 6, and still loves it. Susie is always very kind and welcoming, and patient with our daughter. She even let us visit the chicken coop, let my daughter pick a few eggs and feed the chickens just for fun. The animals on the farm are all so sweet and calm too. We're very thankful for this business, great memories made here!

Absolutely amazing experience! From the beginning to the very end every moment was an adventure I…read morewill cherish for years to come. Our tour guide Mark couldn't have been more kind, patient and helpful. He made excellent choices matching our group to their appropriate horse for riding. Based on our weight and height our horses were Chili, Boogie, and Izzy! Such sweet babies they were. Chili loved to snack on the vines, but was easily redirected to get back on track. If you're too nervous to take photos while on the trail, DON'T WORRY because MARK is sweet enough to do that for you! If you love wine, highly recommend to purchase the package with the wine tasting (to be enjoyed after your ride) because the wine from DANZA SOL WINERY was THE BEST WINE I had all weekend. Looking forward to returning to this beautiful ranch!

5 stars all round…read more This horseback tour is amazing, not only do you get to ride horses through the vineyards you also get a voucher to go next door (Danza Sol winery) and sample 6 wines of your choice. The horseback tour is amazing. You arrive get your paperwork situated and they match you with your horse based off height. All the horses are just so kind. Our tour guy Mark was amazing, talked to us about the venue, the grapevine, took pictures throughout the tour and sent us all the pictures he took as well. Felt safe while riding with our tour guide. The horses do like to sneak in a few pecks off the vines and some more than others...lol but it's manageable. It doesnt look like your high up, but once you saddle up you realize the height, but the more you ride the more comfortable you get on your horse. I loved it. The weather was amazing. All the staff were friendly and professional. Had an over all great ride. We were celebrating my sister birthday and we couldn't have had a better experience and time with our horses and Mark our tour guy. The ride is pretty lengthy but its nice and you get what you pay for. Make sure to bring pants, closed toe shoes and sunglasses. After your ride you can give the horses some cookies, which they love and look forward to it. I enjoyed that part as well. There's only a port-a-potty on sight that I saw. So technically there is a restroom on sight, but we all know how stinky those are. So go before you arrive or the winery next door has restrooms that are much more ample. Definitely worth every penny. Would highly recommend this place to everyone who wants to enjoy and good time riding as well as some good wine afterwards.

Very cute place! Entrance and parking was free for us (Thursday) but on the weekends parking cost…read more$$. I liked that it wasn't super dusty because they had a big tarp tight on the ground. And you're able to walk freely around and into the pumpkin tent. The pumpkins have some ants/bugs on the ground around them but that's normal for outdoors. No petting zoo or fancy rides; literally just a ton of inflatables and one little paint gun game and the pumpkin tent. But super cute if you have a kid 3-12 who can slide down inflatables. All 5 adults got in free and we paid $23 for one kid to jump for an hour ($18 for 30 mins). For us that was worth it. Really cool setup and simple but still fun for us!

We bought our Christmas tree here in November of 2023. They had a great selection when we were…read morethere on a Sunday afternoon and were bringing out new trees the entire time we were there. We visited almost every tree stand in Temecula and ABC had the best price for 7-8' and 8-9' noble fir trees that we came across, except for the big box stores. ABC keeps their trees in water which not all other sellers do. The gentleman that helped us pick out our tree was very helpful, showing us the different options and was patient with us as we went back and forth. We ended up going with a 7-8' noble fir for $139.99 that is definitely at the top end of that range. It is a very full tree. The guys tied it to our roof rack and we were on our way. We'll definitely be back in future years.

I can't recommend this ranch enough! From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and completely at…read morehome. The atmosphere is friendly, supportive, and comfortable, making it a wonderful place to learn and grow. Tj is very knowledgeable, patient, encouraging, and genuinely invested in both the horses and the riders. Every lesson is positive, educational, and tailored to help you improve while building confidence. The horses are well cared for. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider, this is a place where you'll feel supported every step of the way. I'm so grateful to have found such an amazing ranch and def highly recommend

This last minute girls day activity was such a great choice. We called the morning of the tour and…read morewere fit in for a trail ride by 2pm. We didn't ask for any sort of private tour but that's how it worked out for us. As a horseback tour guide myself, I love a real horsewoman like TJ . She got us all sorted and matched to our horses just as I would've myself and kept the riding tips short, sweet, and funny for my intermediate-experienced friends. (Horse girls are sometimes framed as overbearing and have a tendency to pack an attitude) - but not these instructors. Our guide was Jeff, a real cowboy this guy. Jeff was top tier entertainment and we thank him for taking all the girly photo requests! The horses were all beautiful, loved, and responded so well to our experience levels. This was my first time ever paying for a horseback riding tour and I think I was very lucky to have ended up at Saddle Up with Tj & Jeff. Thank you guys so much and we will be back! *photo below of jeff's photo skills & the beefy cute mustang they paired me with

Directions: Google maps will drop you off pre-maturely…read more Continue going on De Portola Road after the said drop off, turn right on Geisbauer Road. You'll then see signs and two purple flags and a Porta potty in the parking lot. Geisbauer road is like walking on beach sand. Hours: 8am-12noon daily 6pm-8pm sunset picking Fri and Sat Parking: You see the purple flags, park and walk in. They didn't have designated handicap parking but they do have closer parking if you drive past the flags and parallel park along the fence. We were the first at 8am to beat the heat. Cost: $10 pint $20 quart Cash or Credit Tips: -Wear a hat -Sunblock -Water -Wear close toed shoes -Watch out for fire ants! One crawled up my boots and bite my leg. -We brought gloves to avoid the berry juice -We shared 1 quart size -Bring a cooler if you have a long drive -You may sample 1 or 2 while picking -An area with picnic tables in the shade -Bring step stool if you want the kiddos to reach the higher branches I actually found blueberry picking to be more satisfying than blackberries. At least with blueberries, they were ripe and you look for the largest one. Blackberries are different because you only pick the black ones and ignore the red ones. Takes more effort to look for ripe ones that are decent in size to fill up our bucket. You'll have to look high and low. It can also get messy. When I paid, I asked for tips. He said he saw ripe ones on the left. So we went straight there and glad we did because other aisles were either red or empty. It's great for first time experience but I don't see us coming back next year unless there are more activities like food trucks, boutique vendors, blackberry snacks. I appreciate them opening the farm to the public but the heat seems to affect the berries and need more water and maintenance. Also I think it's towards end of July so it was a bit run down as more people attend.

The cutest place ever. Loved the owners, they were extremely nice. Careful of the ants, always wear…read moreboots! If you get lost, look them up on instagram and they have a driving video on how to get there. Highly recommend and will be back!!