This place is super cool!…read more There are some low impact trails, a dining hall, conference rooms, places to rent with rooms and decent bathrooms/showers located all around. I went here today for a retreat and was pleasantly surprised. The parking is not too crazy and the pavement is not ridiculously uneven. There is a chapel and during our little retreat a wedding was going on. Monte Toyon is also easy to get to and a hop, skip and a jump away from civilization aka Safeway, gas, coffee and restaurants.

I came here for a four day retreat with my running group in September 2016 and it was amazing! This…read moreis a fantastic place to camp for a few days. Getting here was fairly easy. The closer you get to the camp, the less cell reception you'll have. So make sure you know where you're going before your GPS cuts out. There's two parking lots. One near the dining hall and one in the back near the cabins. The cabins were nice and cute! The ones we stayed in had a few rooms with 4-12 bunks depending on the room. The beds weren't bad either! You do need to bring your own linens, but a sleeping bag and pillow were just fine for me since they were cranking the heat at night. The kitchen was very accommodating. There were a few people in our group who were vegan or gluten free and the kitchen accommodated for them every meal! They didn't make them have salad each meal, they actually made them their own plates separate from the rest of the group. Everyone was happily surprised by that. There's plenty of things to do around here too. There's a volleyball court on site and a large grassy area for baseball, soccer, yoga, etc. There's also the Nisene parks right behind the camp which is gorgeous for trail running or hiking. It was so beautiful. I really could have stayed in there forever. This is definitely the place to be if you're looking for a place to camp with your group near Santa Cruz. Everything is perfect about the camp itself and the beach, city and forest are so close!

Got so much positive feedback on my wedding day because this venue is absolutely perfect!! Our…read moreguests had so much fun and we were able to capture beautiful pictures. Chrissy was amazing, she was so on top of everything and so easy to work with. The students did a fantastic job as the wait staff. The food was perfect! I love that we were able to pick our favorite dishes to be served; not many venues let you do that! Price was super reasonable as well. I'm so happy I chose this venue!! Unforgettable day. Thank you Chrissy and team.

The Sesnon House is a great wedding venue. Highly recommend. The venue is part of the culinary…read moreschool. Chef Andrea, who is a professor of the culinary school, also offers a lot of options to customize the menu. For example, we wanted to incorporate chestnuts and dates into our menu. We had this Korean traditional ceremony where our parents gave us blessings with chestnuts and dates. Chef Andrea customized hors d'oeuvre to be roasted chestnut crostini. We also had desserts with them - chocolate chestnut cakes & a family-recipe date bar. It was awesome. Many people complimented our food, and it made me very happy because food is such an important factor in our lives (I am Korean and we live in NYC - food is all we care about haha). Students of culinary school prepared and served our food - it was such an honor to have those enthusiasm and joy on our big day. The venue comes with the day of coordinator - Chrissy. I can't say enough about her. She is the best. After the first meeting with her, I told my husband "I think we're in good hands". She is a seasoned professional who knows the ins and outs of the wedding. In general, it is a great venue with a great price & great staff. Highly recommend. Photo credit: @nicolejkimphotography

My Husband planned a surprise get away for us for Valentine's Day weekend and it was wonderful. The…read morestaff upon arrival came out and opened the door for me and while my husband checked us in right then , no wait. I enjoyed the lobby fire pit. They let us know about the amenities (pools and hot tubs) , their restaurant and bar and other activities for the weekend. We loved that after a day of hiking their golf cart drivers took us down and back to the private beach for sunset. You can rent a bonfire they tend for you with s'mores. We did not buy one but looked nice. We enjoyed breakfast at their restaurant and also one evening had a cocktail at their bar and there was live music which was very nice. The room had a gorgeous view of the ocean with a fireplace, a large closet, comfortable bed, with stocked and full kitchen. The negative :( Our bathroom , sadly it was very tiny and the shower head was horrible. The connection between shower and toilet was one door that barely fit in the space. Bathroom needs a remodel! Over all 5 stars would LOVE to stay again!

Let me start by saying the resort is gorgeous and the staff at the bar set a great tone for New…read moreYear's Eve. My husband and I had drinks, enjoyed the appetizers, and spent time on the patio -- we were genuinely having a 5-star experience... until we weren't. We ordered DoorDash to the room. After finishing our drinks outside for about 30-40 minutes, we came back to our room and were met with a full-on ant infestation. They were everywhere -- counters, walls, corners. It was beyond disgusting. There is no sugarcoating this. The room was not habitable. We called the front desk immediately. The response? "We'll write it down." No empathy, no action, no urgency, and no offer to move us to another room. No manager contact. No help. Nothing. I have a phobia of ants, and this experience triggered a physical and psychological reaction. I could not stop feeling like ants were crawling on me. It got so bad that I slept in the car -- not because I wanted to, but because I felt unsafe, unheard, and unsupported. On New Year's Eve, no less. At sunrise, we checked out extremely early and left immediately due to the disgusting nature of what transpired. We still have not received a single follow-up from management. That alone speaks volumes.

Simply wonderful. Beautiful setting, gorgeously maintained. Rustic yet clearly cared for with love,…read morehard work, and dedication. The grounds are beautiful, whether you just look out from the stately house, or if you wander on some of the trails -- maybe set for a spell on a bench. If you're looking to exhale and then breathe in amazing nature, you have found the place! The room is very comfortable, too. Our bathroom was plenty big and roomy. Loved the big bath (whirlpool, if you like). The 'full breakfast' is fantastic. Jen is a wonderful baker (a breakfast bread pudding one day; mini churros another day), and each morning we had a varied and hearty breakfast that was delicious and well-balanced. The house itself is big and inviting with hip old timey jazz pipedor more modern-day chanteuses gently piped in. Enclosed porch for reading or just relaxing. Our room had a private porch, too. So much here. So many ways to really unwind. Walking around the grounds is inspiring. I ran into Derek a time or two who was relaxed but busy on the many projects that keep him focused here. The whole place looks perfect for a wedding, or a family gathering, or even a business get-away. Or, of course, just a simple, lowkey retreat. Lovely hidden (but easy to find) gem. Can't wait to return.

Really beautiful venue for a wedding, beautiful displays on tables. (However, food: was so-so. )read more

We held a bridal shower here for my sister a couple of months ago and I've been meaning to review…read moreever since! The hall itself was perfect for our needs - roomy enough for 20 seated banquet style with an area for crafts (wreath-making), food and drink stations, and gift tables. The heater worked well and the kitchen was clean and worked well for re-heating. We had great support from Patti Anderson (through SC Parks) in the booking process and on the day of the event. I would highly recommend Valencia Hall for a similar event. One tip: we had no cell reception at the Hall (though there is a land line); make sure to have guests print directions/map in advance.

Wonderful family owned winery! A local favourite, not only got their delicious wine but got…read moreequally tasty olive oil!! Joe and Pam are gracious hosts during tastings. Sit outside surrounded by olive trees and gorgeous foliage. My husband and I both highly recommend!

I visited La Vida Bella for the first time this past weekend for a tasting…read more The owners are incredibly knowledgable, kind, welcoming, fun & humble. There is a great vibe they have created, which makes you want to linger all day enjoying the atmosphere & fellow 'wine tasters' Left with 1/2 dozen bottles of their wine to share with friends, because it's just too tasty not to share.

My wife and I live in Santa Cruz currently, but lived in La Selva Beach before that. We wanted to…read moreget away for the night and visit our old neighborhood. We found this rental and were surprised to find it's great proximity to the beach, but it's surrounded by farmlands. It's very quiet and peaceful. I highly recommend it! Eric Lamascus

This is a wonderful place in the country but close to the freeway by a few miles it is quiet and…read moregrounds are lovely The rooms are clean and very nicely decorated ! Beautiful cozy bed and complimentary waters We will be back ! Also a very nice full breakfast in the beautiful dining room Unfortunately we had another night paid for to stay but I hurt my knee yesterday and need to see my Dr at home

We had a fantastic stay on a Sunday in the Lilac Room. Stunning views, our own balcony, clean and…read morecomfortable room. Bed was great, shower had great water pressure and the continental breakfast was top notch and delivered to your room at your requested time. When we checked in the woman was taking care of caterpillars in the office to help breed the monarch population. She showed us what they're doing to help. It was a really cool thing to see! She even put a butterfly on my finger. She took us to the room while explaining the history of the place as well. Very cool spot. Highly recommend!

It's a Bed & Breakfast with its own character. I think it was built in 1887. Based on the…read moreinformation book in the room, Al Capone has stayed here before! It's a historical building so there is no AC but fans are provided. The Inn has a trail to the ocean with has nice views. It is dog friendly which is the main reason we stay here. The property manger is super friendly and helpful. I think she is the reason the Inn has great reviews.

This is a nice space for an event like a wedding or a party. It's nestled in the redwoods and has…read moreparking. It's very serene and has a vintage vibe.

From the owner: The Corralitos Woman's Club is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, supporting local charities,…read moreschools and students. By hosting fundraisers and donation drives, the Club has a wide outreach and respected reputation in the philanthropic community,