Awesome venue lovely people and Great for gatherings good location marina is very communicative…read moreand helpful

We had our wedding at Monte Rio Community Center in June 2019. It was the perfect place for us to…read moreget married. We chose to rent out The Meadow space near the river to have an outdoor ceremony and had an indoor reception. First off, MRCC is good for those on a budget. The hall has big glass doors that can open out onto the outdoor area, giving the room a more spacious feel. We had around 70 guests and we could have fit many more. We loved the tall ceiling and wooden beams. The kitchen area was also spacious and manageable. I very much appreciate how much flexibility the center provided us. It helped give us freedom for creativity. Many other spaces we researched allowed only beer and wine, and made you choose from a limited selection of caterers (many, if not all, were outside of our budget). We could choose any caterer we wanted, and provided our own alcohol. Jean was a treat to work with. She was funny, kind, communicative, reliable, and prompt. Whenever I had a question she responded within a few days. She met us numerous times at the center and answered all the questions I had (many times I asked the same one twice, thank you for your patience). She was very warm and made the planning process more enjoyable. As for the meth head from the previous review (from 2013) I did not run into him. I don't think he lives there anymore. I did not have any problems with non-guests. Thank you for helping us have the wedding we've always wanted!

Amazing homemade German food!…read more We tried this restaurant on a recommendation while visiting the area, and we were absolutely delighted by both the food and the service. We ordered the bratwurst, red cabbage salad, German potato salad, potato pancakes, spätzle, and Jägerschnitzel. Every single dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. It was honestly hard to pick a favorite because everything was so delicious, but if I had to choose, the Jägerschnitzel absolutely stole the show! For dessert, we had the freshly baked apple strudel, and it was the perfect ending to an incredible meal. You could taste how fresh everything was--from the flaky, buttery pastry to the warm apples and even the homemade whipped cream. It was absolutely delicious. This is a great spot whether you're dining as a couple or with a larger group. If you're planning to come with more than five people, I'd recommend calling ahead to see if they can accommodate your party with a reservation. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Guerneville!

We visited this lovely restaurant/hotel for dinner on a cold Sunday night in November…read more They have a lot of weddings, as it had a large hall with bright lights and folding chairs/tables. Not inviting so we sat at a high boy in the darkened bar, which was much nicer. I'm sure it's beautiful to sit on the balcony in the summer on warm nights. We chatted with the German owner who was doubling as a bartender, who was very nice. We loved the German influences in the bar, as we had just been to Oktoberfest in Munich. The owner's daughter Sarah runs the kitchen. My husband had a pork tenderloin schnitzel "Vienna style" ($20) and I had a jaegerschnizel with mushroom gravy ($20) and both were excellent. We split the potato pancakes (two with sour cream and apple sauce, $12) which were served crispy but tasty. They had a nice German beer and wine list. We finished with a delicious apple strudel to complete a lovely meal. I recommend this restaurant for tasty dinners in a unique venue.

This is a beautiful resort! Perfect location to wineries and the Russian River. And even the drive…read moreto the coast (Jenner). Splurge and treat your self. They have a happy hour, evening s'mores to roast over the fire pits. A beautiful pool even with floats to use and the hot tub of course. Nice lobby area to hang out in as well and breakfast is included which was very good. Just keep an eye out on your bill when you check out to make sure there are no mistakes in any charges. Very nice rooms and comfortable beds. Bring your own pillow if you can, as the ones they have are way to soft and flat. It's like not even having a pillow. All in all, a very nice getaway. Oh and your surrounded by amazing Redwoods!

My partner and I stayed few weekends ago and can't let go the interaction I witnessed with the poor…read morestaff and what looks like lacking in management. They are clearly understaffed, and the staff who are working have little to no training at all. I have worked in the hospitality industry for over 20 years and for this place to be awarded two key Michelin is not something I experienced while staying there. First off for almost $900 a night our room had paper thin walls, can hear the neighbors talking, snoring, and other sounds. There was mold in the grout of the showers, and our privacy curtain that was broken. They advertise deep soaking tubs and a spa like feel, but it's the complete opposite of that. All they had to offer was a small freezing cold pool and a cold hot tub. Unless you wanted to spend over $1,000 a night for a small "private hot tub" thats not at all private as there are rooms upstairs looking over onto the patio. The restaurant advertised free breakfast which was a small confusing menu. The "free" options where of pancakes, yogurt, and a tiny breakfast sandwich, which was just eggs. If you wanted anything extra, get ready to be charged for non quality food. The "Fresh Juice" was clearly store bought and not freshly pressed like they advertised. Clearly, the servers in the restaurant need help. Im pretty sure I witnessed someone walk out one morning. If you are looking for a place to relax with room service, basic needs such as lunch, drinks, or snacks, they do not offer it here. Which I found very surprising for a luxury hotel. Everything about this trip fell short. Which is really disappointing as the pictures and website advertise the opposite. For the price of the room, amenities and such is not worth it here.

Stonehouse is a very neat and unique place. The building has a really cool architectural design and…read moreis natura pretty cool temperature wise making it a comfortable place to stay. The host was very responsive to our messages, which we greatly appreciate. Unfortunately there were the good thing stopped. The bathroom in our room wasn't clean. There was hair all over the floor and in the shower drain. There were spiders and dead ants in the bath/shower area and random trash left on the room. The road noise made sleeping almost impossible except during the wee hours of the morning. The room itself is probably 30 feet from a major 4-lane road with heavy traffic. Overall for the price I was very disappointed in the state of the room itself more than anything. To the host's credit they had someone come clean the room while we were out for the day, which was much appreciated. If the property was quieter I'd probably give it another shot but the combo of issues really killed our stay.

Needed to find a venue to hold 15 attendees for a women's retreat so I rented out the whole venue -…read moreit was the perfect size! We were very excited to each have our own rooms with attached bathrooms, and felt like QUEENS... I personally was in Room #6 upstairs with a cute little balcony. The bed was so luxurious and ridiculously comfortable that it made it really hard to get out of bed and face the day (side note: they are clearly brand-new beds and incorrectly spoken about on that negative review, so take that one with a grain of salt, SMH); Some had deep jetted tubs, some had ADA walk-in showers, something to accommodate everyone's needs! Each bathroom even had extra amenities you wouldn't expect like make-up remover and cotton balls - such a nice touch! One thing I was worried about was the traffic noise at night, but it was not an issue at all, which just shows that the insulation renovations that were completed really were impeccable and every last comfort was thought of for their guests. Access to the kitchen and laundry facilities was also a huge plus as well for last minute weather needs! I highly recommend this gem in Sonoma County when you book your next wine country adventure! =)

We enjoyed our visit here. Ben was very helpful and friendly. Enjoyed the sparkling flight of wine…read moreand a glass of red. Relaxing spot. Would definitely come back.

I first came to this wine tasting room when Yelp had an event here. Now, every time I'm in the area…read moreand craving some wine, I try to stop by at equality vines. My favorite part is that you can grab a glass and walk around the museum and see all of the local artwork along the walls and throughout the building. I got to chat with two of the artists that were posted and they are so talented and friendly! This tasting room and gallery is the epitome of a welcoming and kind environment. I definitely recommend!

Speakeasy gem hidden in Boho Manor hotel resort!…read more Pair it with live, swanky jazz happening on Saturday nights and cocktails, and you'll have yourself a snazzy time! Perks about this venue, is to have dinner at the hotel restaurant that opens at 5pm, if you haven't eaten yet, and then head to the 1st jazz session at 630pm or 2nd jazz session that starts at 9pm. The Gatsby, Gin Hemingway, Old Fashioned Peanut Butter (I know odd, but so good surprisingly!) and Lavendar Lily are my favorite cocktails! One can't go wrong with any of their cocktails on the menu. Friendly staff! Wonderful riverfront view and fire pit lounge right outside of the speakeasy space! This speakeasy is a part of the Boho Manor resort and they have Art Deco newly remodeled rooms, dock with water activities and spa! One stop shop here!

The views were phenomenal. I loved it. The food was delicious. I was able to see the sunset. The…read morefood tasted fresh And unique. It was in a cute little town near the river.

Very nice fundraiser crab feed for the bodega bay community. The event was held at the grange hall,…read moreif you weren't familiar with the area, you'll easily pass it, I did, it's a quick turnoff in very narrow roads. The fundraiser benefits the local schools and others in the bodega bay community. The crab feed was a all you can eat in an hour of crab cioppino, cold marinated crab, green salad, garlic bread, ice cream and danish cookies at the end of the.meal. The crab cioppino was my favourite and the salad but as usual I didn't get enough of either lol.

My husband and I went to their 2013 crab feed, and it was fun. You get about an hour and it goes…read morefast! The people are very nice. It gets to be messy when you're trying to crack them open and the cioppino sauce gets flying everywhere, thank goodness they give you bibs. First you get garlic bread. It's a bit chewy, but it seems to vary by batch (the first batch was probably sitting out for a while, but the second batch was hot and softer). The second is salad, which is brought out in surprisingly small amounts. The third is the crap - and there are two types. One is cold and in vinegar, the second is the cioppino. The cioppino is great! I'd never had it before and was pleasantly surprised. They don't provide drinks besides water so best bring your own, but wine or alcohol have a $2 corkage fee. The people that bring the food out to your table are volunteers so tips are encouraged. A lot of the people know each other and come in large groups. My husband and I were the only party of 2 I think. Also, if you come, don't forget to check in to the person with the clipboard, while you're waiting outside. That way, you know which table you are assigned to and can sit down right away.

The Bodega Bay Secret Gardens is simply the perfect place to get married. The space requires no…read moredecor because the beautiful ferns and redwoods do all the work for you. The space has such a seamless flow from the ceremony to cocktail hour to dinner and dancing. We had SO many guests ask us how we found this amazing venue. The venue comes with tables, chairs, heat lamps and fire pits and the management made sure that all vendors were taken care of during the event. We couldn't have been happier with how everything turned out! Not to mention, we will have the most gorgeous wedding photos :)

Absolutely gorgeous wedding venue. We had an amazing time having our wedding here. Every compliment…read morewe've gotten about the wedding includes just how incredibly beautiful the space was. While the space isn't too large for your elderly relatives to cross, there's a designated corner for every part of the wedding (ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, dancing, chilling). John, who manages the property, is so easy to reach over text or phone call. He laid out the (few) rules that there are and was there the whole wedding in case anything went wrong. Photo credit to Jordan Lennon Photo who really captured the beauty.

My daughter's wedding was here in September 2018. It was absolutely magical! Food was outstanding,…read moreand it was the easiest thing we have ever planned! Everything was perfect! Go and see it! You will want to book it!

Just delivered a wedding cake to this beautiful venue - a beautiful redwood grove setting for an…read moreoutdoor event. People are lovely to work with and the setting is serene and peaceful.

What a beautiful gem in our county for a bit of respite retreat or a group retreat. The grounds are…read morebeautiful and the accommodations clean and functional. Meals are healthy and made from scratch. A bonus is the Saint Stephen's chapel for meditation and Sunday service. I can't believe I didn't know about this before.

Great stay with amazing food. Perfect location for our small group to hold meetings. Great hiking…read moretoo.