Absolutely loved our experience with our wedding ceremony! Kim and Geoff are so warm and welcoming…read moreand made us feel at ease from start to finish. We had gone around with a bunch of ideas for our wedding but eventually decided on a simple ceremony. The Wedding Chapel area was beautiful and the pictures really do not do it justice. Geoff was our officiant and it felt like we had known him for years with how wonderful of a job he did. Kim was our photographer and nailed it. We had originally said no to photos but at the last minute decided to add them and we are definitely happy we did. Kim and Geoff are amazing at what they do and explained everything so clearly so nothing was left to guess about. As life would have it, we ended up not downloading our pictures before the electronic link expired but Kim was so wonderful and sent them to us again. Customer service, friendliness, and an overall amazing experience is why you should get married at the Bridal Station. Thank you again so much Kim and Geoff!

I stopped in two days before my wedding hoping to find a veil. The owner, Kim, was so patient with…read moreme and explained the difference in veils to me. My veil was gorgeous and not over-priced. I would highly recommend you pay Kim and Geoff a visit before over-spending somewhere else!

As with everything in life , there are good and bad things to say about The Wedding Chapel which…read moregives me mixed feelings but I'll give my opinion about what I liked and didn't like when I recently held my weding and reception here. Pros: The cost- all day usage, bridal bouquet, flower girl pedals and groomsmen pens, set up, clean up and minister all for a little over 1k. What a steal. Parking is great, location is prime, The ladies that were at the flower shop pitched in and helped with the little things that were going wrong or that we were behind on and they were so nice. You dont have to have security even if you"re serving alcohol and they provide you with insurance. They have a bar area with an indoor and outdoor fridge/freezer, stove and a seperate bathroom for the bride to get ready with a full size mirror. They are genorous with letting you see the chapel as many times as you want before hand and do not make you feel rushed. Cons- The place needs some TLC. The chapel smells old and looks a little outdated, the rose bushes had dry dead roses, and the 'garden area' was all greenery and did not have any flowers. We instructed the minister that we did not want the ceremony to drag on and didnt want to introduce our family and friends or give out roses but he did it anyway, putting us on the spot and dragging out the ceremony slightly. Although I am sure his intentions were good, we asked not to have a religious ceremony bc we had several different religions attending and we are not religious people but he still said prayers and spoke often of Jesus Christ. He also told my groom that I wanted the rose ceremony when I did not say that so I think he is just set in his ways and will perform whatever ceremony he thinks is best. Also they don't rehearse with you what they are going to say until several minutes before which I thought was unorganized and they do not have papers to send home with you about what the cost of the wedding includes or copies of anything you sign, it is almost like they play everything by ear and you have to either remember what they said or bring your own pen and paper to write everything down. If I could make a suggestion, it would be to invest some money back into the place, remodel the inside, take better care of the landscaping, update the paperwork and make brochures and contracts and use a Minister that respects the wishes of the bride and groom. :

I had my wedding here on June 23rd 2007 and it was perfect. It's a small place with a guest cap of…read more65... and they mean it. I'm glad no more people showed up because it just would have been too cramped. The chapel itself is an old house with a large, well lit front room perfect for the wedding. We had our reception out in the 'back yard' which is more like a patio area. The cost of the event, flowers, etc was great.

We loved having our ceremony at Morris Chapel they provided a day coordinator (specifically for the…read morechapel) and a sound tech They have a great space for the bride and groom to get ready. All of our photos turned out so good the UOP campus is absolutely stunning. We got married end of June. Joanne is very easy to contact and very helpful. Morris Chapel is the perfect place for an intimate or bigger ceremony, we loved everything about it!!!

As you park you can see the colorful windows, each decorated with bright colors. The pasture full…read moreof roses and greenery that led you to the chapel. The chapel has high ceilings you can't help it but to stare at how beautiful it is.

We recently hosted our daughter's wedding at August Meadows, and it was truly perfect. She had a…read moreclear vision for her big day, and this venue brought it to life beautifully. The owners were incredibly supportive--reliable, responsive, and followed through on every promise. One of the things we appreciated most was their flexibility. Unlike many venues that require you to use their preferred vendors for catering, bartending, or florals, August Meadows gave us the freedom to choose our own. That made a huge difference in creating a day that felt personal and unique. We also opted to have them handle the cleanup the following morning, and it was absolutely worth the extra cost--stress-free and seamless. The location itself is secluded and offers a wonderful sense of privacy. I highly recommend visiting in person to ensure it aligns with your expectations. As a small heads-up: the parking area is unpaved, and there's a bit of gravel to walk through, which posed a slight challenge for a few guests in high heels. Also, having a microwave in the clubhouse would be a nice addition. Other than that, our experience was outstanding. I would wholeheartedly recommend August Meadows to anyone looking for a beautiful, flexible, and well-managed venue.

Located minutes from Turlock (where there are plenty of hotels for guests), this is a great outside…read morevenue ideal for a wedding, family reunion, school event, club fundraiser, or company event. Owner was very helpful with valuable suggestions to make the event a success. Private location surrounded by trees has a large grass area, great gazebo in the round area set up for drinks, and a cement area ideal for dancing. Rooms available for bridal party to get dressed (wished it had AC) for the big day. Strongly recommend you check this venue out. The parking area is dirt (owner made sure it was watered prior so minimal dust). Getting from the parking area into the venue area there is small gravel so watch your step and footwear.

Quang is an amazing person to work with! From beginning to end he makes every single step so easy…read moreand is an actual person to talk things through with- we toured all over the place and speak corporate wedding venue fluently- (exhausting! ) what a relief to find Chapel on the Hill, so meticulously taken care of, in the family for generations...We just wanted something intimate, and this location is just perfect. It poured rain so be careful in April!! But it's good luck from what we hear :)

Angel V was a great host! He served us with care and made sure we were checked on accordingly. He…read moreis certainly the best for customer service! And very professional. Thank-you for the great tasting food!

This was a cute place. I came up in June for a friend's wedding, and the venue was pretty great for…read morea wedding. California had that insane heat wave then, so it reached 100+ degrees that day. Despite that, the fans inside the chapel did an ok job keeping people cool. Since I'm only about two, two and a half hours away from Sonora, I chose to go home after the wedding and reception, so I can't speak to the accommodations here. Keep in mind that if you're coming here for a wedding, the closest food options in Downtown Sonora are 15-20 minutes away by car, and these roads are winding and hilly, so keep that in mind.

I was just calling to get pricing on using them as a venue. Their website was not working on my…read morephone. The woman who answered was condescending and rude, talking to me as if I was a child and not worth their time. She proceeded to slowly explain to me how to see the prices, despite me telling her several times the website was not displaying the prices on my end. After her cold tone and reluctance to talk (despite the website encouraging to call) I hung up. She then proceeded to call me back from a different number, with an even more cruel tone. I hung up right away, but that is no way to talk to a potential client!

We are beyond grateful for Minister Hayne, who served as both our wedding officiant and…read morephotographer. She truly exceeded our expectations in every possible way. As our officiant, Minister Hayne created a ceremony that was heartfelt, personal, and beautifully tailored to our story. Her warm, calming presence made the entire experience feel meaningful, genuine, and filled with joy. Many of our guests commented on how touching and well‑delivered the ceremony was. As our photographer, she was just as incredible. She made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera and captured every important moment with creativity and care. The photos turned out absolutely stunning--full of emotion, detail, and authenticity. We now have a gorgeous collection of memories that we'll cherish forever. Handling both roles seamlessly is no small task, but Minister Hayne did it with grace, professionalism, and passion. We couldn't have asked for a better person to guide our ceremony and preserve our most special moments. We highly, highly recommend Minister Hayne to any couple looking for an exceptional officiant, photographer, or--if you're lucky enough--both.

Hayne was absolutely amazing! She truly does it all, and for a great price! The ceremony was…read morelovely, she provided the music, and took extra time to get some great pictures. She was patient with our pose and prop requests for pictures and brought some fun signs for us to use too. Everything went perfectly and was better than what we imagined. She even gave us great restaurant recommendations for our wedding dinner! Highly recommend. Thanks for everything Hayne!

This place is terrible. It is nice and old, but the electrical obviously hasn't been updated is…read moreyears. While I was there for a wedding the power went out 7 times. Twice during the ceremony (during the vows) and five times during the reception trapping people in the bathrooms. After the fifth time it went out the most of the guests left grumbling about how shady the place must be making jokes that the owners must not have paid the power bill. I felt really bad for the wedding party as they looked embarrassed. I would never attend another event here.

One of the most stunning venues I've seen!…read more Went for a summer wedding in August and it was perfect! Amazingly shaded throughout so it does get too hot and the sun is never really hitting your face. It was simply and elegantly decorated, felt like a fairytale wedding. The staff were great but very lowkey. Instructions and directions were very clear. Would love to return here!

I wrote a review years ago when I got married at Nestldown. This past weekend, we went apple…read morepicking at Nestldown. Since getting married we welcomed twin boys and it was so fun to take them back to where we said I do and show them around. This venue is the absolute most gorgeous venue I have ever seen and just when you think it can't get any better they add something new and it gets better. If you are in the market for a wedding venue or an event venue look no further, Nestldown is where you want to be! Pictures do not capture the absolute magical atmosphere that Nestldown offers, you have to see it in person. Beyond the absolute breath taking scenery is the owners and the staff. It has been almost 6 years since my husband and I got married at Nestldown, I walked up to the owners daughter to introduce myself and was greeted with a huge hug and a "hi Jennica, my December bride" I have no idea how Diana keeps track of everyone's name and wedding date but she does. I didn't need to introduce myself she knew who I was! This incredible personal touch that Nestldown offers is unmatched in the bay area. Diana is and always has been a Rockstar! From start to finish Nestldown and their staff will make your wedding day unforgettable and magical! If this review isn't enough to make you check out this place, take it from my 4 year old twins who as we were leaving said " thanks mama for sharing this magical place where you got married, this was the best day ever" They do tours so run dont walk to book one!