Stopped in to Vista Ranch and Cellars for some wine tasting. Mark was a delight to talk to. We…read moretried quite a few and decided on the two favorites, which were the Pinot Noir and the Sparkling wine. We met several other locals and enjoyed conversation and laughs with them. The Sparkling was great!! We rarely drink sparkling, but enjoyed its flavors so much that we purchased 18 and 6 of the Pinot Noir to take back to AZ. We were told they don't ship, so guess we'll have to come back someday!!

This was a nice winery we decided to visit during our few days stay in the area. The Pinot noir was…read moregood enough to take a case home. And the sparkling wine was so good we decided to to buy a case of it. Great time sitting at the bar sampling their goods. And some really cool locals that hang here stopped by. Great place off the beaten path.

We had our wedding here back in October. Lucia was amazing and made the day so easy. She helped…read morewith set up and clean up everything was so beautiful I couldn't have asked for better!

I have been to this ranch twice. The first time I was a wedding guest and the second time as well…read morebut more involved with decorating the venue for my sister's wedding. We were able to setup the day before the wedding. You bring your own vendors. They provide the bride with a cottage to get ready the morning of and for the newlyweds to sleep at after the wedding. It's pretty spacious. Bathrooms are nice, the dance floor is nice as well. They get booked up fast so get your date in soon if you're looking to have an event here.

We had a wonderful experience at Marsella Family Wines. John's wines were amazing--every wine we…read moretasted was excellent and full of character. When we arrived, we were greeted by three friendly dogs who came out to welcome us, which made the visit feel warm and inviting right from the start. John was great to chat with and made the tasting experience even better with his friendly conversation and knowledge of the wines. He created a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that made us want to stay and enjoy the afternoon. We enjoyed several wine pairings that complemented the wines beautifully and ended up taking home three bottles. The outdoor patio is a great place for a tasting, especially on a warm day, with a relaxing atmosphere that lets you sit back and enjoy the experience. We will definitely be returning and highly recommend a visit to anyone looking for great wine, genuine hospitality, and a memorable tasting experience.

Amazing. This place is wonderful to have a wedding. I had my wedding here. I loved everything about…read morethe place. The Marsella Family is very professional, friendly, caring and considerate and easy to talk too. I recommend visiting this place for everyone love this place so much I will definitely be back for a visit.

What an incredible property with a beautiful mission of ecological conservation. Robb and Regina…read morehave poured their hearts into this property and share it with an enthusiasm for celebrating nature. The house was spacious and tidy with all the amenities and we loved stargazing from the hot tub at night, listening and identifying different owls based on their calls! The entrance to Yosemite is just 20m away if you want to visit the park, although we had a wonderful time staying on site. Highly recommend this gem for the setting, accommodations and hosts.

The most amazing place I have stayed in! We stayed here during our trip at Yosemite and Deborah is…read moresuch an amazing host! She first of all is an amazing chef and even made me vegetarian breakfast that was delicious, healthy and beautiful on two of the days that I don't eat meat. The property is so beautiful and you will be so comfortable staying here! Deborah and Kevin are such nice people and have the best recommendations for viewing Yosemite. I am only sad I did not get to stay longer!!

I had my daughters Sweet Sixteen at Gateway Gardens and it was a great experience. From beginning…read moreto end management was helpful and available by phone and email. After looking at other venues we decided on Gateway because the venue is beautiful! Catering, linens and decorations were included so this meant less party planning stress. Prior to the party, management took the time to go through all the details and the event timeline. Throughout the event the staff helped coordinate so that my family and I could enjoy the party. We arrived the day of the party and the placed looked great! It was nice and cool (on a hot summer day) and the food was delicious. Our family, friends and my daughter had great time!!

Met first with Liz and then with Devin. Both were extremely helpful and friendly. Went over all of…read moremy options and answered all of my questions. Event went off without a hitch and everyone that was there said how good the food was and how friendly the staff was. Will definitely use this venue again

The castle hosts many events like weddings, bachelor parties, school field trips, police firearm…read moretraining, California Dept. of Fish & Wildlife, etc... It's secluded with nobody around for at least half a mile and surrounded by Almond orchards. The event we attended was a Intro to Muzzleloader Hunting hosted by the CDFW. It was a fantastic experience plus where else would you get to shoot muzzleloaders in a castle? Okay, the castle isn't finished yet but its super cool and he's been building it for 33 years. Lots of parking, the large bathrooms are clean, theres a big bbq, a covered area for meetings with a nice breeze to stay cool, and several bedrooms set up as maybe an Air-BNB? And you can climb the stairs to the top of both towers. The class was very educational and super fun. If you get a chance to visit, definitely go.

Memorable Wedding Venue Extraordinaire Castle Noz is the…read moreremarkable creation of Casper and Diane Noz. I had the pleasure of meeting Casper in May 2025 at my friend Brad's wedding. He is a warm and genuine man who, originally from the Netherlands, moved to the United States with a vision of crafting extraordinary architecture. Casper began building Castle Noz in 1991, and his dedication to his craft is truly inspiring--he plans to complete the castle in 2035. While most people struggle with one-year projects, Casper has committed himself to an awe-inspiring endeavor spanning over 40 years. Simply put, the best wedding venue--ever.

Great place quiet area,beautiful lighting inside huge grass area in the back fenced all aroundread more

We have rented out this hall a few times for family events! The Sycamore is by far our favorite…read more The owner is always in communication and very helpful:) The hall comes with a bar that has a refrigerator to keeps drinks cool and easily accessible to bar tender or guests, the kitchen also has a refrigerator, ice maker, and sink. Also stored in the kitchen are the tables and chairs! Hall has clean restrooms for guests and temperature control. Thank you to the owners for letting us host our events!

I've had the chance to do a few catering and décor events at this location before, and I always…read morethought it was such a beautiful space. This year, I decided to finally host my daughter's birthday party here--and it was the BEST decision! July birthdays can be tough with the extreme heat, and in the past my guests would complain about other venues being too hot. Not this time! Everyone was so comfortable and happy, and I kept getting compliments on how perfect the hall was. From the very beginning, Cynthia was incredibly kind and attentive during our walk-through. She made sure everything was exactly what I needed. The hall itself is spacious enough that we were able to have: 2 jumpers and outdoor seating Taco catering and even our horse trailer bar outside Face painters and activity tables inside 6 snack carts, a balloon setup, and a photo booth--all with plenty of room to spare! My family and friends were blown away by how much we could fit without feeling crowded. The space truly made the party smooth, enjoyable, and memorable. I cannot rave enough about this place--it's seriously a MUST if you're hosting an event. I will definitely be booking here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for the perfect venue!

We came to this venue to attend a wedding and it's a gorgeous forest setting. The ceremony itself…read morewas held in a small clearing in Heartwood forest and then you walk down a short distance where the cocktail hour/dinner area is set up. Even though it is extremely hot in Oakhurst, the venue, being in a wooded forest, is a very comfortable temperature, not too hot and you don't need a jacket at all, even at night. It is a bit of a pain to get to though - you have to drive up a winding mountain for about 20 minutes coming from Oakhurst so if you are planning on drinking at the event, make sure you either have a DD because coming back down that same road at night with no street lights and while under the influence can be dangerous. The venue itself was a bit confusing for us to navigate. We had to ask people passing by for directions on where to go but we eventually got to where we needed. It is also quite dusty so be prepared to have your shoes and the bottom of your outfits covered with dirt. And being up in the middle of a mountain, be prepared for no/poor reception.

STUNNING FAIRY TALE WEDDING. SO ROMANTIC!!…read more================================================================ My very good friend was married here a few weeks ago and it was the most beautiful and stunning wedding I have ever attended. This place is nestled in the beautiful woods outside Yosemite national park so you know already what to expect. This place is the perfect backdrop for a fairy tale wedding, the views are amazing. The sun setting at the perfect time, the sun peeking though the trees DREAMY!

LOVE this venue! I got married here and we were so incredibly grateful to find an affordable…read morewedding venue. I cried the day I booked it because we didn't have to go into debt for our wedding. Jose and Karla are easy to communicate with and very accommodating. The setting is breathtaking, make sure you take enough time to get your couple pictures where you want on your day. We didn't have time to walk down to one of the photo spots(our fault) and I was very disappointed because it's a beautiful tree with a swing that I'd been dreaming of getting pictures at! Totally recommend using this venue! Organizing your own vendors gives you a chance to customize your wedding and save money

The owner has no people skills at all, too sensitive to questions being asked about his pricing…read more They give you a price for the venue then adds separate charges for use of bathrooms and force he's over priced security on you( which I'm sure he owns) by the time all is said and done the good deal is gone. Pass on this guy and he's poor negotiating skills. There's plenty other places that know how to deal with people without having to deal with an insecure owner. Never mind the place isn't handicapped accessible, you pay even more for the use of a handicapped bathroom. I would give a zero if I could.