We got married here last weekend and I wanted to give a huge shoutout to the Forest House Lodge…read morestaff. The weather forecast changed drastically last minute (literally went down 20 degrees in one week with huge rain). They reassured us by having three backup plans and we did not have to make a decision until one hour prior to ceremony for them to set up or change sites (indoor vs outdoor). While we were dying to have an outdoor ceremony for the amazing view, we ultimately decided to have the ceremony indoors and it was amazing. They transformed the space into this super intimate and beautiful ceremony and I can't help but feel it's how it was meant to happen. We were also lucky enough to have a ten minute break in weather so we ran up to the ceremony site to take pictures with our photographer. The ceremony was beautiful, the food was delicious, and we felt like we were in such great hands with the forest house lodge staff.

10/10 (if not more)! People are still talking about our March wedding and the random snowfall that…read moreweekend. It was sooooo beautiful and the staff at this site are amazing! You won't regret getting married here!

Stayed in Miner's Camp. It's essentially a bunch of tiny houses on a lot. The fire pit, outdoor…read morekitchen, ping pong table and other games are in a communal area. I booked the place, I received texts regarding what my door code would be and a link to book early and/or late check in/out, pet fee. A dog friendly place was necessary for us. Keep an eye out for a Miner's Camp sign to find the place. Drive through and park at your cabin. One of them has handicap parking.. We had a great stay. The place was clean with the exception of some spiderwebs and dust. Shampoo, conditioner, body wash were fixed in the shower. Decent water pressure. There were extra towels in a drawer, a couple makeup remover towelettes by the sink, an extra roll of toilet paper. The kitchen had a small fridge with a small freezer area, stove, oven, utensils, pots and pans. I do, however, wish there were more garbage cans. There was a small one in the bathroom and a small one in the kitchen. The sitting area on the porch was great. The TV in the living space was nice as well. Across the street was Brew Master's Deli-- note their hours. Worton's Market (a popular supermarket with a view) is 3-5 minutes away. We would definitely stay again.

Stayed in Cabin 1. Paid about $350 for one night. Totally not worth the price. Found bugs in room…read more Some of the power outlets didn't work. Was very old outdated and poorly maintained. Let the place know about my issues no one bothered to get back to me or offer any kind of refund. For$350 per night expected far better and left very disappointed.

Dear Bride to be,…read more You have more than imaginable on your plate and the panic may have already set in. If you want to feel at ease & have fun planning or don't really want much to do with it at all but wish to experience a flawless celebration of your marriage with your friends & family, you have scrolled across your saving Grace. Lindsey Fischer with Magnolia Events is the answer to grasping your vision and making a smooth sail process leading up to & your big day the most gorgeous success. The beautiful details, logistics, issues and decisions are ironed out with proactive perfection...the woman is a walking hand steamer but with the best personality. I guarantee you the happiest and especially esthetic day of your life that you will forever dream to live over and over again. Imagine Jennifer Lopez (The Wedding planner) but as real as your Best Friend, chances are you may even become forever friends. I am forever grateful for Lindsey and her team!

We had Lindsey for our day of coordinator at the OSM. Lindsay was great and kept in contact with us…read morethe entire time for our wedding and answered any questions we had. Even with some hiccups in the final plan as far as spelling with some of the names she was able to quickly fix everything and made our wedding super smooth which put us at ease. Thank you again Lindsey for making our special day run so smooth.

This place is an absolute gem! Beautiful backdrop, amazing amenities, and friendly staff. Brian,…read moreSuzanne, and Scena were all so helpful and accommodating for our wedding. Couldn't ask for a better place and people to work with!

DO NOT BOOK HERE! If I could give zero stars I would!!! Trying to book this location for our…read morewedding was a nightmare and nothing but lies. Brain (the manager) is a train wreck to work with. After picking our date and making our phone call to book and going over everything Brian sent us a contract with a price we never agreed upon. I had to beg to even get a contract drawn up because Brain kept calling trying to book another party on our date and move us. I had asked for a contract since we picked our date in August and barely got one first week November. Brain just wanted us to lay down a down payment without anything on paper originally and I begged and begged for something written on paper. Weeks later he sends an email and the price is 5K higher than our agreed upon. I had tried to text multiple times about the contract not being what we agreed upon and had been ignored for two weeks. I had even contacted Amanda (the grounds supervisor) trying to get this fixed after being ignored by Brian but per her Brian is the only one who has control over any booking and any financial portion. I even reached out by email to Bran and was ignored with no response there as well. Trying to book this venue has been such a negative experience and sadly I would never recommend this location to any one for ANY event. Over the phone Brain told us we are 'family' and would treat us like so but he has treated us so poorly. We had been working for almost two months trying to book this venue. It truly is a shame as this would be a meaningful location for me since I was raised in these mountains and grew up riding horses through those canyons. It is disheartening the way they run their business and how they treat people. My fiancé and I both work in public service during the pandemic (he a firefight and I'm an ICU nurse) and this how we've been treated by this business. We are taking our hard earned money and business elsewhere and I would recommend ANYONE looking at this venue to do so as well.

We had an absolutely beautiful wedding at this venue! The property itself is stunning, but what…read moretruly made our day unforgettable was our coordinator, Taylor. She was incredible from start to finish. I had my twin infant babies with me, and Taylor made sure the bridal suite was fully prepared so they could stay with me the entire day. She provided hot water for warming bottles, put up a sign to ensure privacy, and checked in constantly to make sure we had everything we needed. She was always kind, attentive, and went above and beyond in every way. Working with her was an absolute joy, and she truly made our wedding day run smoothly. The only cons we experienced: * Transportation: When we booked the venue, we were told getting Ubers wouldn't be a problem, especially since we opted for the open bar. On the night of our wedding, some of our guests weren't able to get an Uber back to their hotel in Auburn. Thankfully, the security guard was kind enough to drive them back since they were the last guests without a ride, which we deeply appreciated. * Food selection: While the venue offers a lot of menu options, you're limited to tasting only what's served at the Wedding Extravaganza. They mentioned these events happen twice a year, but even though we booked our wedding more than a year in advance, we were only invited to one. Because of that, we had to choose dishes we weren't able to taste, and the options we did try at the extravaganza weren't great. * Cake: The vendor partnered with the venue provided a very dry cake, so we would suggest couples consider getting a cake from their own preferred bakery. * Contact: It was sometimes difficult to reach the venue by phone, as calls weren't always answered, though emails were always responded to promptly. Despite these issues, our overall experience, especially thanks to Taylor, was truly wonderful. The venue itself is breathtaking, and the support we received on our wedding day made it feel magical. We would absolutely recommend this venue, particularly for couples who want a beautiful location and a coordinator who genuinely cares and goes above and beyond.

Winchester made our wedding "the best day ever". Even before the wedding started, I kept saying "I…read moredon't want it to end". And in our final dance, my husband and I said, "we wish we could do that all again." The venue is absolutely stunning, and we had so many guests tell us it was the best wedding they'd ever attended. The food was delicious, and everything ran smoothly from start to finish. Our coordinator, Taylor, was incredible. She kept everything organized, calm, and fun. She was prepared for anything and was able to remain highly professional. If you're looking for a stress free wedding planning experience, I highly recommend Winchester!

Love Tin Roof Farmhouse rentals. They have a unique assortment of gorgeous pieces, which completely…read moreelevated our wedding to the next level. We splurged on both the Sweetheart Table package and Lounge Area package (plus extras), but it was some of the BEST money we spent on our big day. Not only did I get the sweetheart table set up of my dreams. The lounge area was perfection! And the best part, Erica handled everything in terms of set up. No need to micromanage or oversee, she knows exactly what she's doing. So awesome and important to have people you trust on your big day. Our Tin Roof Farmhouse rentals very much played a key role in the overall look and feel of our wedding. I highly recommend for your next event!

This past weekend my son and his wife (I am still so happy to call her that) got married at the…read moreMiner's Foundry in Nevada City. Erica and her team decorated the stone hall for us with the beautiful ceiling drapery, the drop lights and terrariums, and the seating vignette in front of the fireplace. It was absolutely STUNNING. I hope to post pictures soon, but the pictures posted by the other reviewers offer a glimpse into the magical way they can transform a space. I have to say, however, in addition to the quality of their work, they are amazingly effortless to work with. Because of our scheduling, we didn't even see the crew, but everything was completed above and beyond our expectations BEFORE we expected it, and the breakdown and removal were the same. I think she might have some expert ninjas working for her... Since the beginning of the pandemic, it seems that we have all had to learn to be patient with companies struggling with staffing and supply issues, but Erica and her team presented both exceptional quality AND service. 10/10 would recommend with NO HESITATION!

Hidden Table did my daughter's wedding in April. The food was 100% fabulous. The staff was 100%…read morefabulous. They went above and beyond I would recommend Hidden Table to anybody. Thank you so much everyone at Hidden Table. Debbie B

Professional & Friendly Staff, Delicious Food, and Great Performance!…read moreThe location is incredible...I think Valhalla is one of the best and most beautiful spots in Tahoe to hold a wedding and reception.

Outstanding wedding planner! As a DJ/MC that has been a part of many wedding celebrations, there is…read moreno one that compares to the level of passion and commitment to their couples like Judi and her husband Sean. Their willingness to go the extra mile is on full display at every celebration. Whether it is decorations, arrangements, creating detailed timelines, scheduling and coordinating with family, friends, as well as vendors. This beautiful and loving couple transfers their happiness in to everything they do and it shows. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to partner with them because I know I will receive expert communication and transparency everytime. Book them today and when you speak with Judi, you will see what I am talking about. Judi and Sean are the best!

Judi was our wedding planner. We worked with her for about 6 months. She was very focused and…read moredetermined during our phone meetings and preparation leading up to our special day. We knew going into this will be a tough assignment for not only our vendors but specifically for our planner, Judi. My wife asked multiple times if Judi and her husband will be able to complete the task because there is only two of them running the show. Judi insisted and stated that they'll be able to get the job done. I am not a planner nor is trying to be one, but I think it will be best to have more people on your team to be able to deal with 140 guests, rather than just 2. A walkie talkie or a communication device would've also been helpful. Especially when my wife was looking for Judi. Her husband was her assistant. We saw him help out the caterers. It would've been more helpful if he helped Judi by helping the guest or directing the guest to their appropriate places. Another issue prior to the ceremony was about 3 days prior. Judi miss calculated and informed our venue owner that our family members were going to help clean up/breakdown after the ceremony is over. We did not tell her that our family will help the post party cleaning up. We had to scrounge for a cleanup crew 2 days before the ceremony, which was very stressful. Our wedding is a nontraditional wedding. The wedding will have a small private ceremony consisted of about 30 to 40 family members and close friends. The rest of the guests will arrive at a later time after the ceremony to enjoy the wedding reception. During our wedding reception, we specifically informed Judi that our wedding ceremony will be a small ceremony that consisted of immediate family and close friends. Judi, my wife, and I all agreed that if anybody who shows up uninvited to the ceremony will be escorted out, we also agreed that if for any reason the other guest arrives early, there will be a tape or the gates will be blocked off for anybody who comes in early prior to the reception. Once our small ceremony ended. Some of our family and friends that arrived saw us coming down from the ceremony area. The gates or the pathways were supposed to be blocked off or sectioned off so that way the rest of our guest who were not invited to the small ceremony will not be offended. There were people that were not supposed to be at the small ceremony and they got through. We felt that Judi did not direct the guest appropriately. Judi also did an occular visit at the venue back in April so we expected she was familiar with the venue. My wife even insisted for Judi not to help her with changing her wedding dress, so that way she can focus with the reception. Few things that we also did not want to see you during our ceremony was the lack of communication between emcee, DJ, and the planner. They all seem confused. Few instances Judi was hard to get a hold of. Her cell phone was turned off. My wife had myself run to Judi so that 2 of our invited guest can be seated. They drove all the way from apple valley (8hrs away) They stood there for a bit before I pointed out that they were invited. Their names were on the seating chart. There was not enough space for them to sit down. The seating chart that we agreed on was not the same one on the day of the wedding. We also noticed some a few things that were not supposed to be at the ceremony. Fake flowers that were not supposed to be in a spot where it did not belong. We only borrowed her bathroom signs, favors signs and dessert stands. Flowers were fake flowers that were not instructed to add since we ordered fresh flowers. Also, things were added to the ceremony which were not discussed. We also did not like the finger pointing by Judi and MC. This shows denying responsibilities during the ceremony and reception. Judi looked very stressed during the ceremony and reception. Her mood was obviously different from our previous phone conversations.There were only 15 people watching the video at the cocktail table. The guests were in the 3 tables at the arbor side. My wife and I agree at one of the comments that the bride made on these reviews. We initially did not want to create a review, but we asked Judi if she can talk to us. She sounded avoidant. We also felt like she sounded very sweet and want us to hear what we want to hear. The games were a success. We know this is a small business. The venue has 3 tier sections and its non- traditional. The number of assistance Judi only had was her husband. Judi and her husband was no match for 140 guests. We felt that our day was very disorganized. The games were successful. We don't want to give a bad review. This is not to discredit or insult or disrespect their business. My wife and I just wanted to express our experience with them.

Genice was a pleasure to work with. She had a "can do" "don't worry" vibe from the first call where…read moreI nervously inquired about tables and chairs for a birthday party I was hoping would be amazing. My problem was I had no idea if I'd have 30 or 100 guests and I just moved here and had zero connections and a few bad experiences with local companies not calling back. Not long after I handed the planning over to someone who lived 3 hrs away and hoped everything would fall into place. When I went to her showroom months later to pay Genice spent time showing me all the treasures she had to throw parties from vintage crystal luncheon trays to mismatched silverware. I could tell she was someone that truly loved helping others figure out what they like and then gets joy out of helping them make their dreams come true. The night of my birthday party Genice and her team were hired to help serve and clean up. But Genice went beyond this... Several times she was seen scooping someone up by the arm and leading them to the dance floor. She wanted to make sure everyone was having fun. She helped me be a better host which was so unexpected. She has a contagious smile and a warm personality. She has chosen the right business and I wish her all the success in the world. I would definitely give Genice a call or text if you're planning a party of any size and prepare to be impressed!!

I used Elegance by design for my afternoon wedding and they were awesome and so professional…read more Genice was there to understand my needs and wants and make my day beautiful. She made sure i had everything and kept it organized. We had a great time laughing and keeping things light so there was no stress. I recommend her services and rentals for any event. Also The air conditioned bathroom we rented for the event was absolutely amazing. They supply it all. Cant wait to come up with another event so i can work with her again!!