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!

Beautiful chapel in a stunning location. I just visited to see it and the view was amazing.read more

Lovely setting for our intimate wedding. Lifetime memory 25 years ago. Isolated from tourists and…read morerelated activities.

Nice facilities, depending on what your group needs. I have been there for weeklong events for many…read moreyears, and the staff has always been great. And the location is fantastic! Yosemite national Park's entrance is just up the road. Bass lake is just down the road, and there's a lot to do there in the summer months, not so much in the winter or off-season. The food, though... some years it's kind of meh, a couple times in recent past it's been actually very good, but the last couple of years have been pretty bad. Super over-cooked meat and mushy vegetables, dried out hamburger patties, and a very repetitive boring salad bar. Man, this last time I wanted to punch that salad bar in the face. If it had a face, I would have. Again, the staff is so nice and accommodating... I don't know if it's the head of their food, service area, or management. But that is the weak link.

Wow.. I attended a retreat at this location over the past weekend. I left feeling so relaxed…read more There were only two small groups staying over the weekend. I am not sure how this place feels when it is at capacity, but wow.. the small number of people on site, as well as the serenity of this space tucked away conveniently only a mile off of Hwy 41, and a few minutes outside of Oakhurst. This place is rustic, but it has electricity, running water, plumbing and air conditioning, so it isn't bad. And for someone who spends my days with more things to do than time to do it... this was a welcome and nice change of pace. While rustic (no televisions or phones in rooms, sparse toiletries and very tiny toilets), the beds were comfortable, air conditioning worked, and the grounds were clearly well cared for. There was no ice machine, but you could get as much ice as you wanted from the dining room, which had hot water and an assortment of teas and other beverages, as well as apples or other whole fruits, available throughout the day and evenings. I really enjoyed the food options, which included tri-tip and bbq chicken dinners and delicious lunches and breakfasts. No matter where you are on campus, you can hear the dinner bell which rings 10 minutes before the hour and again when the food is ready. Right next to the dining hall and beautiful deck, is a duck pond filled mostly with canadian geese, a swan, and a few ducks. This pond served as the backdrop for all we did at the retreat and easiliy became my favorite place to sit and meditate for a while. So there are lots of different leisurely activities, including hiking, horseshoes, other athletic opportunites, available...but I just chose to use the weekend to rest. I was so thankful for the opportunity to use these facilities, and hope I can return again some day!

I received flowers and a balloon from my Auntie in North Carolina. They delivery man called me to…read moremake sure we would be home. The arrangement is lovely and it had a variety of flowers!

Sierra Flowers never disappoints. I have received, and sent, several floral arrangements designed…read moreby them, and they've been lovely. The flowers are always fresh and artfully arranged. I find them to be creative, professional and friendly, down to a person. I also trust them enough to just say "use your judgment," "I'd like something Christmas-y" or "It's for a birthday." I am so happy to have a local florist who is willing to serve the Groveland community. Worth every single penny!

We had the best experience with Half Dome productions. They are so easy to work with. Made us feel…read moreso comfortable and made it fun for us and our family. We had to downsize our large wedding to a very small intimate ceremony and they were able to work with us last minute. They worked so hard, we got our photos a lot quicker than I thought was possible and it was amazing. I can't say enough positive things about them. We will be definitely booking them again for our large reception next year.

Autrey Nassar is a true professional with lots of experience, and it shows. He took us to a…read moresecluded/private area overlooking half dome and glacier point. The ceremony was very nice. His personality is amazing. We will remember this very special day forever. Thanks a million.

Autrey Nassar was our officiant for our wedding in Yosemite. We met with him once prior to our…read morewedding and he and his wife were so kind and patient with us. We were in constant communication with them throughout the entire process (providing us with samples, making changes, and making sure we loved the final ceremony draft). He has a great voice and was able to project his voice without using a microphone. He also has a calming affect over you that makes you feel at ease and peaceful. He was also very patient and flexible when we had to change our venue 4 days prior to the wedding due to the fire in Yosemite. He was punctual despite the heavy traffic in Yosemite due to the gate closure. We HIGHLY recommend him to anyone looking for an officiant in the area.

This space is exactly what I needed to get away from my home office. The owner is great, the…read moreamenities ample and patrons are kind and respectful.

Our wedding video from Kao at Cast Life Studios is absolutely breathtaking! The video shows our day…read moreso beautifully, with such a genuine and natural feel. In addition to being an incredibly skilled videographer, Kao is super chill, personable, and easygoing. He made everyone feel comfortable, including our German Shepherd, who can be a little wary around strangers. He made us feel completely at ease, allowing us to truly be in the moment and enjoy our day--this truly meant so much to us because we were really able to be present with one another. Kao's talent for storytelling and attention to detail is incredible. He really captured the emotions, joy, and candid moments beautifully. Several bridal party members and guests even commented on how they saw Kao and his second shooter running up and down our venue to get the perfect shots, showing just how dedicated he is and how willing he is to go above and beyond to capture every special moment. You know you have a good videography team when you hear from multiple guests about the team was literally everywhere--not just running up and down the venue, but literally running up ridges and down walkways to get all the shots! We also received the raw footage of our video, which has been so fun to look back on and relive all the sweet in-between moments too. We highly recommend Kao at Cast Life Studios to anyone looking for a videographer who is both skilled and wonderful to work with!

Easy to work with. Very reliable and has great communication. The photos and videos are Amazing.read more