Mountain Terrace was truly a blessing for our wedding. We were searching for a ceremony location…read morejust two months before our date, and they reached out to us at exactly the right time. From the very beginning, their team was incredibly professional, caring, and reassuring .I felt completely taken care of and never had to worry about a thing. On the day of our wedding, the weather was misty and rainy, but the staff handled everything flawlessly. They were able to quickly set up the ceremony on the deck at the last minute, and it turned out beautifully. Their flexibility and calm coordination made such a difference and allowed us to fully enjoy the moment. Our guests were so pleased with the venue and couldn't stop commenting on how magical and serene the space felt, especially surrounded by the redwoods. We are so grateful to Mountain Terrace for helping create such a memorable and heartfelt wedding day. I would highly recommend this venue to any couple looking for a professional team, stunning setting, and a truly supportive experience.

After driving up a long and winding road up to the top of Skyline in Woodside you arrive at a…read morebeautiful event venue called Mountain Terrace. We attended a wedding of about 120 people. There is a huge grassy area where the ceremony was held but it would accommodate several hundred if the parking doesn't run out. The opening in the Redwoods overlooks the South Bay. A large tent was set up on the Terrace where the banquet was held. The event staff was fast and efficient in moving all the chairs from the ceremony to the banquet tables. Not sure if the food was catered or was made from the event kitchen. There is also a separate house across the lane that can be rented and utilized for the wedding party. The food with at was served consisted of Appetizers Crab cakes Mushrooms Vietnamese spring rolls Ceviche Spring mix with a warm egg Salmon with broccoli and potatoes Tri Tip with broccoli and potatoes Dessert S'mores Cannolis There is limited parking so the wedding provided shuttle buses from the bottom of the mountain.

One of the very best garden experiences in the Bay Area. Gorgeous, peaceful, huge variety of flora,…read moreand beautiful photo ops. There is a section of the garden where they grow all the flowers for the bouquets inside the house. There are trails over to the redwoods, a wedding area, souvenir shop, small cafe, and even a pool. The house is spectacular and the self guided tour is interesting and informative. Pro tip: Bring a pretty colorful umbrella- it can get very warm and it adds to your photos! Parking is a bit of a walk from the gardens so if someone in your group needs assistance walking, bring some sort of seat for them to take rests. Restrooms are available, but limited number of stalls. Be prepared for a wait.

I've been utilizing my Filoli pass this year and it's a nice place to go and I like that the…read moregrounds change with the season so it's not the same thing all the time. I came a few times by myself to find inspiration. The best times are weekday mornings. And Sunday I always forget they close the road for the bicyclists coming from the North/92. I would also recommend stopping by the water temple on a weekday. The only reason I knew about it was because it is featured on the mural in Trader Joe's on Hillsdale. If you want to do picnicing, there are picnic tables outside. They want you to purchase food from their venues...but the venues on the grounds aren't amazing, but maybe that's so people don't litter. The cafe has some interesting options, like $15 cake slices...I always wonder if they're made in-house. It's not advertised though, so who knows. Filoli also has a volunteer program so if you want to have an active experience at Filoli, you can help with the weeding. I like that they feature local artists - I recognized some items from an Etsy artist local to the Bay Area, whom I have purchased from before, because they focus on local California wildlife. Cons: Sometimes people clog up the walkways with their picture-taking as in there are people waiting to cross...and they continue to take pictures for five more minutes...It's just bad etiquette. Are you milking it so you can feel important? Gag. Or they play loud music to harass the birds and other people. People aren't paying money to listen to your music. They don't want your music. Get a job and buy earbuds. Some people also don't really care if their kids do stupid things...like ruin the decorations so everyone can stare at their kids' handiwork all season long - like poking holes in the macron cake tower. Thanks for that. Or sometimes, there is a sign to keep to the path...so you know...people walk anywhere BUT the path. I'm not sure if they can't read or if they're just so entitled. But yeah, they stomp all over the ground so the plants die...and they're cool with it, because they got their stupid photo. Or maybe on the trail...if there are people coming up behind you, just like in golf, let them through. It's OK to stand to the side and let others pass. THAT'S the proper etiquette. Otherwise, I'm just thinking, they must really want me to listen to their conversation or something. They want to look like they have friends? No one else in the world is more important, so they must be first? If you want to meander in the forest at 0.25 mph, that's fine, but you don't need to have me behind you for the entire mile. And no, I'm not talking about the lady with the hip problem or the mom with the stroller, I'm talking about the 20-something-year olds who wore platforms on a forest date with me as a third wheel. But most of the time, people are respectful and polite. I like that people come and just hang out and enjoy the private park.

Too bad not available to the public, members only!!! Have to…read morehave a sponsors to be able have function there!! Beautiful venue.

Went yo a serbe wedding there over the summer. The redwoods are a picturesque backdrop with streaks…read moreof sun streaking through. The meadow is a lovely place for dinner. Such an exceptionally special place fir a wedding of understated elegance.

We hosted a popup at The Village Hub's cafe kitchen and it was an absolutely beautiful space with…read morethe outdoor courtyard right in front of us. Our customers were able to sit down at the tables and enjoy their pastries with the delicious coffee from the cafe. Everyone who works there is super kind as well and I really hope more people make the trek here.

I had my birthday party here, and it was perfect! There is a lovely hall and also a great outdoor…read morecourtyard space with lots of beautiful tables under the trees. There's room for a band and dancing, and everyone had so much fun. It's a little oasis of beauty that feels like it's out in the country, but it's only a few miles from 280, so it's easy for guests to find and come.

I looove this place! Finally tried it and this place is amazing. Parking, as others noted, is tight…read moreand hard to find in front of the store. However, there is plenty of parking across the street at the school, which I presume, was ok to park in over the weekend. The seating area is outside, with plenty of seats, chairs, lounges, etc. Good for roaming toddlers. The service was also warm and fast. They were super nice and humoured my toddler who wanted to order by himself. Cappuccino was really good - had nice latte art as well. The pastries are from Onki, and taste amazing. The kouige aman was my favorite - crispy and flaky, and just the right amount of sweetness. The almond croissant was also really good - crispy and flaky as well, and stayed that way even hours after we ordered (we brought it home). My kid really enjoyed his chocolate chip cookie as well. Nearby, there are tennis courts at the school, and the kids liked watching after our cafe outing. Looking forward to coming back again.

Super cute coffee shop for a good morning brew and outdoor, peaceful vibes. The coffee itself…read morewasn't spectacular but the vibes of the outdoor seating were immaculate. This is definitely a great cafe to check out if you're in the area and are looking for a good cup of Joe on a bright, sunny morning.

I got a text from this winery re. some promotions that they were having and decided to take them up…read moreon the complimentary tasting. I have been to this winery before but it's been a while. The process of booking a time was flawless - response was immediate and the booking was made over text with a email reminder. I booked for a Sunday at 3:30pm, the tastings are 90 minutes and they close at 5pm. The drive is something else, it's beautiful but it is a long, slow drive up winding roads and I lost internet connection a couple of times on the drive but well worth it - the winery is on 360 acres, most of it undeveloped but you drive into the working portions. There is plenty of parking but some of it is far and the closest parking gets filled up quickly, especially on a beautiful day. I was told that it gets busy around 2pm so come before then to beat the crowd. I parked and checked in, you have to go inside to the tasting room to check in and pay. There is some seating outside and inside and also along the picturesque windows looking out into the vineyard. There is a private seating area, separate from the tasting room that is free to members or if you spend $500. The tastings themselves are $45 and they have 2 different flights. That is a bit expensive but not overly so. I picked the Pinot Noir and Chardonnary flight and they also have a darker red flight. You get 5 pours with each tasting. There were all women who were serving and they were GREAT - welcoming, friendly and helpful. I asked if they had any 2017 chardonnay left and the lady helping me made sure she checked and got me the answers to all my questions. The wines themselves are pretty pricey, the chardonnay's were $85. The Pinots are poured before the whites and when I asked about it, I was told that their chardonnays are acidic and pouring a red after makes the reds taste flat. All in all - a great visit. I would definitely recommend this winery and I will be going back!!

Thomas Fogarty has always been a gem in the Santa Cruz mountains. The tasting room staff is always…read morefriendly and the wine is spectacular. The view of the bay is to die for. The drive can be a bit trickery, but me being a local boy is not a hassle at all. Worth coming back for a splash or a library tasting. The Lexington label is my favorite at this time, but I am a sucker for good Pinot noir.

Chose the Quad for a one day scientific conference. It is a beautiful, tranquil space perfect for…read morefifty to one hundred guests to interact. Yamileh and her team were attentive and provided great customer service. The outdoor deck with the beautiful trees is a lovely space to enjoy lunch and late afternoon reception. The bonus of holding an event at the Quad is plenty of free parking.

this was a beautiful place for a conference. The conference room has a view of a beautiful oak tree…read moreand beyond that views of Palo Alto and Silicon Valley. It has plenty of parking and it's also located very close to the interstate 280. The catering was very good. Overall, it was a very nice place for a conference.

Held an event here and this place is a hidden gem, tucked in a residential area. Parking is…read morechallenging but you can get creative or lucky and find something. Lise was easy to set up something with and coordinated in a very short time. Jen took care of the group and everyone loved her. Some enjoyed the various wine selection, while others stayed with what they were comfortable with and everything the team tried was great. Thank you so much Lise & Jen!

La Honda Winery is such a beautiful venue. The dark wood feel, the lighting and classic oak wine…read morebarrels made it felt like I was in Napa. We celebrated two birthdays over the weekend. The staff was genuinely nice. They made a memorable day more special. Great job everyone at La Honda Winery.

Expansive and beautifully landscaped park with many nice trees…read more Cute train playground for toddlers is about to be closed May 4 2026 and replaced. See photo. Playground bathrooms could definitely use an upgrade and appear to have a leaky/stinky sewage pipe. Despite the warning signs for fines, I saw 2 off leash dogs. Most were leashed though.

Nice park for walks and bike rides - there is a nice looped path. There's also a small playground,…read morelots of well cared for grass and some well pruned flowers. Bathroom, rental space, art class area, baseball field and tennis courts. We enjoy coming for walks with the dog or bike rides, the playground area is a little outdated and small compared to the huge space but still entertains the kids.

This is a nice place to come and walk around for about 15 minutes. I love gardens and they had a…read morewalkway adorned with roses and roses in a courtyard with a fountain. There is a restaurant but it's kinda pricey. I think this place is more for special events but they have a couple of artist stores there. I even saw a cat roaming around, maybe he lives there. For a garden I wouldn't come out of my way for it but it's worth stopping by if going to the nearby Stanford shopping center

3.5 stars. Cute…read morelittle garden and art/handicrafts collective to walk around and kill some time. Nice if you're in the area and need to kill some time. I bought some jewelry and soap. I'd probably go back to try the cafe, but I wouldn't go out of my way for the garden again unless I was in the area showing tourists around.