We just stayed here over the weekend. This was a great experience overall for our family, our…read morefriends and specially our children. We came with a large group of friends so we booked the Rancho Grande Howard Creek, Rancho Grande Historic and the Rancho Grande Fish Camp. Essentially, we had the entire ranch for ourselves. I believe only the Rancho Grande Historic has a bathroom inside - the Fish Camp and Howard Creek share bathroom which is walking distance from Fish Camp or via a Gator Utility Vehicle if you are staying on Howard Creek. Anyway, there was no issue for any of us getting around the Ranch. Plenty of Gator Utility Vehicles were provided (I think 4 total and we used all 4). But if you prefer driving your vehicle around, you can do so too. There is a communal area with a fridge and kitchen so thats were we had our meals. Its by the lake so its a nice view. We were able to paddle boat, kayak and go fishing. Kids specially loved petting and feeding the goats, dogs, camel (YES, a camel) and the alpaca. Owners were really friendly every time we bumped into them. Great stay and I would recommend this to everyone. Our only hiccup was that it was really cold at night and one of the heaters went out and my child has had a runny nose since. But other than that - amazing experience.

What a great place. Wonderful experience all around with our group of friends. So much creativity…read moreand style everywhere, and the kitchen and game room are outfitted with everything you need. Richard was a great host and...last but not least...Albert the camel! We will be back.

Love, love, love Frog Creek Farm. Can't believe that they have been in business for over a decade…read moreand I just heard about them recently. We had been to another lavender farm in the upper Ojai Valley some years ago and I was looking for that info to return. That one has closed, but thankfully, Frog Creek Farm is a wonderful "find" for us. The lavender full blossom season is short, so you need to check on them via social media to find out when they are open. Instagram has current info. It's a delight to pull off the Ojai/Santa Paula Road and mosey on to their property. They have so much to see, including their cutting garden of seasonal flowers, some places to sit at picnic tables in the shade and even swing (i.e., hammock), the gift shop, and the lavender rows - the main event. Larry provides a great introduction at the small stand adjacent to the flowering beds. He describes the location and how to identify the five kinds of lavender they offer for cutting. For 2025 pricing - $16 earns you a generous bunch of fragrant blooms. After orientation, you are off with a basket to collect the stems, and scissors to do your own cutting / harvesting. As promised, the plentiful bees scattered away as we leaned in to cut the stems close to the main host bushes. We wandered among the rows and filled up our gathering basket. Back at the stand, Larry tied our haul into a beautiful bunch. We proceeded to the gift shop to pay for our pickings, and I also found a few other items to purchase, including lavender-infused spray which has many purposes. Christel greeted us as we were wrapping up our visit. She filled us in as we asked questions about how long they'd been there, as well as about some of their products. She's as sweet and charming as the farm is. What a lovely place to visit. We'll be putting it on the to-do list next summer, for sure!

It's always such a wonderful experience at Frog Creek Farm…read more Arriving at the farm, you just feel like you are transported somewhere else. From the personal lavender lesson, to the hands on cutting, shopping the lavender shed to sipping amazing lavender lemonade under the trees, it's such a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. Christel and Larry are just the nicest people. They make you feel so welcome to be visiting their little slice of heaven. We love this annual tradition.

We went for the fall festival on a Saturday on October 2024. It was super cute and they had a great…read moreamount of colorful pumpkins. However, to get into the fall festival it cost $26 per person (including kids over 2) which I felt was a little steep. I do know it costs less on weekdays. For the entrance fee, It only included a hay ride and the corn maze, all other activities (face painting, horseback riding, other rides cost additional money). I don't think I'd go back cause of the price. But it's a cute place.

It's okay. There's quite a few pumpkins but it's not anything stunning. The entrance fee is $10 per…read moreperson on a weekday and they includes a one way corn and sunflower maze (the sunflowers are all very dead). There is a tractor that will take you from the top to the bottom for free but the "tractor ride" is extra. Face painting and pumpkin painting and feeding the animals is extra as well. It was just underwhelming for me. I do like that you can bring your dogs on leashes. That was nice. I probably wouldn't come back here.

Attended a wedding with temperatures hitting high 90s unfortunately. Tons of seating throughout the…read morevineyard/garden some shaded and some not. My only complaint was that the seating for wedding ceremony was only half shaded and half not. Many guest including myself ended up standing up for the ceremony to be on the shaded side. Since it was prompt at 4:30pm, sun wasn't set enough for shade to cast over both sides. Bride and groom opted for Hosted Full Bar service, it was great. There were only 2 bartenders but they were quick. At times there were lines but that also moved quickly. Food was good, buffet style. Wood Fired Prime Angus Tri-Tip was pretty tender and juicy. Tequila Lime Chicken Breast wasn't dry but wasn't the juiciest, overall flavorful.

This review is for the U-Pick blueberries at Gerry Ranch…read more Between Moorpark and Camarillo. What a great way to spend 1-3 hours with family or friends! Everyone can get a big blue bucket and fill it with the sweetest, plumpest blueberries! If the kids don't want to put their blueberries together, the employees just look and guesstimate half/ third etc if a bucket. It is $18 a bucket but that is SO MUCH! 3 of us picked about a half a bucket in 45 minutes so it was about $9. There are about 60 long rows to pick, chairs or benches at the end of each row and restrooms if needed. We have come with 3-15 year olds and always have a really nice time. Before you come make sure their blueberries are in season, wear shoes that can be a bit dirty and bring water bottles. Have fun! They are all so nice and helpful! Open until 4....ish.

Some months ago I bought Muranaka Farms radishes at Central Market in Ft. Worth,TX. I took them…read morehome and when I rinsed them off, they were covered in thick mud. It's was disgusting. I wrote them about their radishes and never got a reply. Last week I decided to try them again and once again I found wet mud all through them. I was so disappointed and disgusted, I wrote them again but don't expect to hear from them again. Avoid their radishes unless you like handfuls of mud on you and all over your sink. It must be a really poor company to put out produce like this and not bother to reply to a customer's comment.

I was passing by here and examining the farms, I am always interested for a new adventure…read more From what I understood this was a place where u pick ur own grown fruits or veggies depending on what they grow.. I pulled up couldn't find real parking or an actual entrance.. I put 3 stars cause I didn't really have any kid of an experience w this place.. Maybe cause it was raining that day or what not or they dont serve the public. Not sure .

Back to Underwood Family Farms again for Strawberry picking! I do not know what it is, but these…read morestrawberries are some of the best I've had. Do they taste better because I picked them myself? I don't know! Yes? Regardless, they are delicious. The staff here is always so friendly and they are so welcoming to large groups. This is a great place to run the kids around and there are plenty of activities you can do for free or a small cost, like animal feeding, rides etc. My son loves all the playgrounds! Definitely recommend Underwood if you are looking for a party venue! The kids love it and it's a beautiful space!

What's up: First time here! We were making our way up towards Ojai and planned to stop here for…read moretheir delicious strawberry picking. Parking: Plenty of free parking on their dirt lot. Pick an open spot and park right there. Environment: After paying for admission, we got to explore the animal portion of the area. There were many different animals to see and you can also purchase food to feed them. There are also swings and slides in this area. Some areas will require extra tickets that you can purchase separately. We had a quick look around and then headed on over to the tractor-drawn wagon ride which took us over to the strawberry fields. It's a pick yourself experience and there are boxes and bags that you can grab to fill up (the best thing is that you can sample them while you pick). There are also various vegetables that you can pick as well. We wanted to check out some of the bok choy, but they were not available, boo. Once you're done, head back to the front Farm Market near the entrance and pay for your items. I will say that their strawberries are juicy and sweet! What was ordered: - Admission (Weekday: $8.00, Weekend & Holiday: $12.00) - Pick your own strawberries ($3.50/lb) Yay/Nay/Meh: Yay. This was a fun experience. We got to see some of the various farm animals and then we got to pick our strawberries. A fun experience with some yummy strawberries to sample and take home. Credit cards are accepted.

Absolutely love this farm. Every time I am in the area, I stock up on their products. Their body…read morebutter is amazing. Love the new gallery too. Bought a beautiful painting. If you're in the area, definitely stop by.

A cute family-owned lavender farm. It was relaxing to visit and the lavender was beautiful!read more

I was visiting the area and found this beautiful place! So peaceful when you walk in ( try parking…read moreon the other side so you can walk down the lavender path) It was so quick but customer service was amazing! We tasted from the counter and amazing taste that we had to bring some home! The balsamic vinaigrette, the herbal and garlic oil came home with me!!! I definitely recommend and I have to be back not so rushed to enjoy all the things. They also have a small shop

I cannot recommend Olive + Lavender Farms highly enough. From the moment you arrive, it feels like…read morea hidden gem tucked into the heart of Los Olivos. They offer a complimentary olive oil tasting, allowing you to truly appreciate the depth and character of each variety. The fresh bread served alongside the tasting is crafted from scratch in nearby Los Alamos at Bob's Well Bread Bakery, and it is delicious. A few of my personal favorites were the Santa Ynez, Garlic, and Habanero olive oils. The Garlic was so outstanding that I immediately purchased a bottle to take home. It is incredibly versatile. The setting itself is just as memorable as the tasting. There is ample charming outdoor seating beside a small creek, and the gentle sound of flowing water creates a peaceful, almost meditative atmosphere. The vibes are truly immaculate. Inside, the shop is beautifully styled and filled with thoughtfully selected gifts and, of course, an impressive array of olive oils available for purchase. Hayley (sorry if it's spelled wrong) was especially warm and helpful, making the visit feel welcoming. They also offer WiFi, which allowed us to linger a bit longer and get some work done. It is rare to find a place that combines quality, hospitality, and atmosphere so seamlessly.