This past weekend I had the pleasure of Officiating a wedding taking place at Eden Gardens…read more The grounds are too beautiful to describe in this brief review, and I would certainly advise a site visit to take it all in. The most striking feature of all was the precision demonstrated by Soltana Mulhearn, and her team from Velvet Alley Events. https://www.instagram.com/velvetalleyevents/ From first meeting at rehearsal Soltana greeted the party, took us on a tour of the lovely property, and explained how the ceremony would be conducted. Soltana's deft handling of the 25, or so, members of the wedding party, all while being patient, and with a smile, was more than reassuring to me, and the others as well. Her staff seamlessly underpinned the event. Her staff were professional, well trained, and just beautiful people. A live event can go "off" at any time. Soltana kept the wedding on track from start to finish, and all with that smile! I would, without hesitation, highly recommend Eden Gardens, and the amazing services of Velvet Alley Events. Thank you. A. Corrao

I was a member of a bridal party having a wedding at this venue, and it blew me away! The venue…read moreitself is spacious, lush with plants, includes peacocks and a koi fish pond, and large trees! This place was a beautiful oasis tucked away in Moorpark! I also appreciated the kind, attentive, and informed staff to help make the wedding process as smooth as possible. Thanks!

Attended an outdoor wedding here over the weekend. It was pretty at night with the lights. The…read moreentrance was tricky as it's located in the back, past the underwood farm site. The restrooms were clean, but definitely not maintained throughout the night. Toilets were getting clogged and not fixed despite reporting the issue to the workers. The parking area floor is mixed grass and gravel, so lady's beware to wear proper shoes, so your heels don't sink into the grassy areas. ;) There are only 4 handicap parking spaces. Overall, the venue was pretty. Beautiful outdoor wedding venue-especially at night.

10/10. Beautiful venue & overall experience. I had the…read moreabsolute best time celebrating my big day here. From start to finish, excellent communication with staff, attentiveness, care. Wedding day went so smooth and I had everything I needed to feel special and was able to fully enjoy the night. Food was DELICIOUS!!! My coordinator Alma was the BEST making sure everything was taken care of. I couldn't have asked for anything better than this.

We had our dream wedding at Rancho De Las Palmas August 2023. Laura was super easy to work with and…read moreunderstood our vision from the start. She was very reassuring since we live 6 hours away in SF and made sure everything we wanted was taken care of. If you want a day-of coordinator, you can hire Laura to take care of all the important details on your big day. We also had our rehearsal dinner here (you can pay extra) to rent out the house on the premises or you could just rent out the huge outdoor area in the back of the house. Table and chairs are included with the rental fee. We decided to go with DJ's catering that Laura recommended and they took great care of the catering + drinks part. That is another business I'd highly recommend. Laura has a pay-it-forward program where you can donate one item from your wedding decor and you get free access to the entire room of decor such as signs, card boxes, table numbers, bar signage, vases,etc to use for your wedding which we made great use of. Our ceremony took place in the front grassy area and the reception dinner in the cobblestone area. Our guests couldn't stop raving about how nice everything was afterwards. We had no hiccups or issues on the day of the wedding, the weather was in the low 80s and by the time dinner came around, it was perfect temperatures. The venue offers plenty of greenery and shade even on a hot day. There is also plenty of parking spaces for guests and areas for guests to roam around the venue during cocktail hour. We hope you choose RDLP when it's your turn to tie the knot, we couldn't have made a better decision.

As a wedding venue, RANCHO DE LAS PALMAS is great…read more As a guest, there is a large parking lot and it's free and not valet. It is also close to the front entrance. There are multiple spaces that can be used. Indoor and outdoor dining areas available. Pond with ducks and geese. Lots of paths to walk around in to kill time. I see that there is a residence in the premises. If this is available for the bridal party to use to get ready, this facility is even better than I thought. Food was pretty good too.

Best place to play golf in the county -- Moorpark Country Club is on another level…read more First off, the prices are incredibly reasonable considering everything this course offers. From the moment you arrive, the clubhouse staff and bar team are welcoming, helpful, and just genuinely cool people. Quick recommendation: grab the turkey sandwich with chipotle aioli -- absolute must-try. One of the things that makes this course so special is the 3 different 9-hole layouts. Each round feels fresh because you're usually playing a different combination, which keeps things interesting and helps the pace of play stay smooth. It's a smart setup and it shows. The course conditions are outstanding. The grass is pristine, the greens roll beautifully, and it's obvious the grounds crew takes real pride in their work. Everything feels well cared for. The carts are awesome too -- full GPS yardages to the pin, Bluetooth connectivity, and speakers so you can play your music while you ride. Small touches like that really elevate the experience. And the scenery? Incredible. The view from Hole 2 on Ridgeline alone is worth the trip -- one of the best views anywhere in the county. The driving range is another highlight since you get to hit off real grass, which makes practice feel like the real thing. Overall: great staff, beautiful course, excellent conditions, fun layout variety, and top-tier amenities. Easy 5/5. Hands down my favorite place to play golf in the county.

Right out of the gate, Tom (the starter) was extremely friendly and gave me some playing tips ahead…read moreof my round. The course is open to the public, but also has members like a typical country club, and I liked that many of the members seemed familiar with each other and the staff. Moorpark CC has three 9s, and I had the opportunity to play the Ridgeline and Creekside sides (first time on both). Both courses were in good shape, and the greens were very fast. Ridgeline is definitely the easier of the two courses -- it's generally wider, and there aren't nearly as many forced carries. Number five is a tricky blind tee shot if you've never played the course and don't know where to aim (aka my experience), but the rest of the holes are pretty straight up (though still challenging). Creekside was a beast -- not only is it narrower, but there are hazards on nearly both sides of every fairway, many of which are automatic unplayables (and some of which are unmarked), so your score can balloon quickly -- for reference, I shot +2 on Ridgeline and +11 on Creekside... There are a couple of very cool holes right in a row (a set of a par 4 up the mountain, a drivable par 4 off of a cliff, and a par 3 also off of an elevated tee), which was this side's saving grace for me. My only complaint is that the course doesn't seem to be marshaled. I was playing as a single (with a cart), and was stuck behind a not-very-good and slow foursome, who wouldn't let me play through and were taking their sweet time on every shot.

We recently treated our six year old granddaughter to her first live theater experience here for…read morethe performance of "Annie". We hoped that she would enjoy it, and indeed she did. It was so sweet to have her alternate at times from laying her head on Dear Hubby's shoulder and then mine. Sometimes she would sit up tall and lean forward at certain times in the show. After, she said, "I want to stay until the next one", thinking that the cast would be doing a second show right away the same day. She doesn't yet realize how much energy and effort goes into a performance like this, but I loved the positive reaction. The theater, while small scale and local, nonetheless does a great job of putting on entertainment which captivates their audiences. It's a blessing to have this venue close to home, away from the hassles and expense of going into L.A. Ticket prices are reasonable, parking is free, and the staff is friendly. The large cast managed to sing, dance, and act their way through a beloved classic musical on a smallish stage and made it work. Kudos to the visual technology that makes set decoration a new type of visual art. We're looking forward to seeing "Footloose" at the Arts Center soon.

What a great local treasure! We went to see a production of Spamalot ($35/seat). The cast was great…read more- not just great for a community theater but great for the quality of the performance. Every lead was spot on. And the theater itself is a joy. Small enough that there isn't a bad seating the house (we were in the next to last row and had a great view of the stage). Will definitely keep my eye out for their revival stage performances for next season.

Very unprofessional experience. I contacted the hotel on July 8 to reserve a conference room for…read moreMonday, July 20. I worked directly with the General Manager, Zalma Quezada, completed and signed the required credit card authorization form, and repeatedly requested confirmation that my reservation had been received and secured. Despite multiple follow-up emails and several phone calls--including detailed messages left with the front desk--I received no acknowledgment or response whatsoever. As an event planner, all I was asking for was a simple confirmation that my reservation was in place. After more than a week of silence, I finally contacted Marriott Corporate to file a complaint about the complete lack of communication. Only then did I receive a response from the hotel on Saturday afternoon, July 18--just two days before my event--to confirm the reservation. In all my years of planning events, I have never experienced such poor communication or lack of professionalism. The complete absence of timely responses created unnecessary stress and uncertainty leading up to an important meeting. Based on this experience, I would not recommend booking meeting space or working with this location.

Great stay at this Fairfield in Simi Valley for state archery tournament. I liked this hotel right…read moreaway as it looks new with spacious bathrooms, inviting breakfast area, finished interior stairways, and nice parking layout with new pavement. Easy to get to, right off the freeway. The front desk can get a little busy (only saw 1 staff person there) but if you can wait then service is good. There's also an outdoor pool and good sized fitness center, both of which I didn't use but looked good. Would stay here again!

Dear Hubby and I have visited Hartley Botanica several times over the years. We have a photo of…read moreour now-22 year old grandson in Papa's arms when he was maybe 3 years old there! We were checking out their collection of exotic birds at the time. We tried to take our granddaughter somewhat recently and caught them on a day when they were hosting an event, so we didn't stay. Thankfully, the Camarillo Garden Tour featured this charming venue as one of their featured gardens in this year's event. It was fascinating to see how the property has evolved since we last spent time there. They have definitely made their primary space into a wedding venue haven with multiple garden "rooms", and a gathering space with dance floor and refreshments areas for the reception part of the special occasion. There is a small formal rose garden near the entrance for a welcoming space. The parrots and other tropical birds are no longer there, which is a shame from our perspective. I can imagine that they might be distracting for the wedding events, so there is a sense to moving on with retiring that aspect of the gardens. The owners were very gracious to have their lovely place serve as the spot where refreshments were served as part of the tour, plus the opportunity drawing prizes were displayed there, a small boutique, and a live band played to entertain the garden tour guests. We enjoyed lingering for a while. We also explored all of the main areas of the property. Delightful! The gardens have matured beautifully over the years, and the added artistic touches of lighting, stamped pathways with leaf shapes, and other charming elements speak well of the creative vision that brought this space to life.

Beautiful and elegant venue for wedding and other events. Service was excellent, and we had a very…read morememorable experience.

This place is gorgeous and the food and service were simply amazing!! We are so, so sad they ended…read moreup closing their doors. Really hoping the find a new place to call home because it was definitely a favorite!

I visited M on High Street with my mom and sister over Mother's Day weekend, and overall we had a…read morevery enjoyable dinner. The food and cocktails were excellent, and it's clear the restaurant is striving to create an elevated dining experience. One thing that stood out was how thoughtful and inventive the menu felt. You can tell the chef has put a lot of creativity and care into the dishes, balancing familiar favorites with unique twists. It's definitely a cool and welcome addition to the Moorpark dining scene. We particularly enjoyed the Tropical Bird, Emma's Punch, Lemon Drop, and Mango Margarita Mocktail. The Crispy Calamari Strips were a great starter. For entrees, we enjoyed the Lamb Ragu, Parmesan Chicken Milanese, and Wild Mushroom Risotto with added chicken. All were all flavorful, beautifully prepared, and well-executed. The servings were huge (awesome!) and we had leftovers to enjoy the following day. The reason for the 4-star rating comes down to service details. While waiting to be acknowledged, we were overlooked by the hostess for other guests entering even though we were standing right in front of the host stand. Not a big deal, but didn't love the eye roll the hostess gave when I politely piped up that we had been waiting. Was not a great first impression. While our server was wonderful and friendly, there were several moments where empty plates and glasses accumulated on our table for an extended period of time. Our entrees arrived while many of our appetizer dishes and drink glasses were still sitting on the table. With several staff members circulating throughout the dining room, it felt like an opportunity was missed to provide the attentive table maintenance you'd expect from a restaurant aspiring to a fine dining level of service. These were relatively minor issues and seem more related to training and coordination than a lack of effort. The food, drinks, and atmosphere were all very good, and with a little more polish from the support staff and greeters, I think M on High Street could truly become the upscale dining experience it's aiming to be. We'd definitely return and look forward to seeing it continue to grow.

This was such a wonderful and refreshing experience for my daughter! Reign and Shine offers an…read moreimmersive play environment where kids aren't just playing, but also being mentally and physically stimulated at the same time. There are so many interactive stations from playing "doctor" or "grocery store," to building full landscapes in the sandpit (complete with interactive features like a volcano!). Everywhere you turn, there's something creative and engaging for kids to explore. We stayed for over two hours, and my daughter still didn't want to leave. She's already asking to go back, and we're definitely making this one of our go-to spots! What makes it even better is that they also have workstations for parents who work from home such a smart idea for when you need a little break while your child is entertained in a safe, stimulating environment. The owner was incredibly welcoming, giving us a tour and explaining all the unique interactive experiences. It's rare to find a place that feels this thoughtful and intentional. I would 100% recommend Reign and Shine Play Lab 10/10! Truly a unique experience that every parent and child should check out.

Great, peaceful, calm play space for kids…read more My technology loving son LOVED the play areas. Bring your own grip socks (kids and adults) or buy theirs for 3 dollars a pair. Loved that they had slippers by the restroom, did temp checks on kids, and asked you to hand sanitize before you walked in.

This is a very nice venue for a small wedding or other event. It has a beautiful private patio with…read morea fountain, all surrounded by palms and other greenery, as well as a chapel with high wood-beam ceiling. Weddings can be held outside in the patio with reception inside, or the other way around with wedding in the chapel and reception on the patio. Nice high-end sound system to cap it all off with a night of dancing! I've been to a couple of weddings here, and you won't be disappointed. Highly recommended.

From the owner: We are a beautiful little venue in Moorpark and We have beautiful space for weddings, celebrations…read moreor any other events. We have a full kitchen, playground, patio and a beautiful inside!