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    Saint Andrew's Abbey

    4.7 (27 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Split Pea Soup was delish
    PatrickJ T.

    Highly recommend visiting St. Andrew's Abbey in Valyermo, CA. We had the pleasure of stopping by earlier this week. My wife called and made a reservation for our party of five so we could have lunch at their place. Yes, they serve lunch here. It was about a 2 hour drive from our place. St. Andrew's is not too far from the Palmdale/Lancaster area, but far enough away to be quite peaceful. We found the Abbey easily, and there were some signs to assist as we got closer. Before going to lunch, we explored a bit of the grounds and the gift shop. Also, attended Mass which is held everyday at 12 Noon (I believe). The mass was solemn and held at their little chapel. There were about ten Monks officiating the Mass. A very nice experience. Lunch was served at their Hall after the Mass. The monks served us delicious Split Pea Soup. Afterwards, we were all invited to get up and partake of the rest of the food (help yourself style). Apparently, the food changes everyday. The day we were there, they made some ceviche, salad, bread, and macaroni w/beef. Everything was delicious and fresh. That Macaroni entree was very very good! There was also a vanilla pudding and fruits to end the meal. We all thoroughly enjoyed our experience at St. Andrew's Abbey!! Hoping that we get visit twice a year now that we know about them. Amen!!

    Friendship at Thanksgiving
    Marial L.

    Serenity, Friendship, and Thanksgiving Pictures are worth more than thousand words. - My fifth retreat at the Abbey.

    Retreat Chapel

    Beautiful. The monks were soo kind and cool. The food was good. A very cute area to go on a church retreat. 10/10 would come back again. Here is a photo of the beautiful chapel they have. It's amazing.

    Itzel R.

    I came here for my two day retreat for my church. this has been my second time here back. such a beautiful! beautiful! place & area. I love it here because- really there's no other way to explain how I love it here so much especially sunday, church with the monks you can come here for a vacation and get away with anything and everything. Almost everything is perfect but because everyone complains about the weather. I think it's perfect weather cold and windy, sometimes sunny.

    This place is peaceful
    Ronaldo G.

    Spent the weekend here on a retreat. Let me start off first by saying this place is beautiful. Who knew the desert could be the layout for such an awesome place. The monks who run the place are super nice. Shout out to father Carlos, he's a true inspiration. The monks take care of the place really well. Check out the gift shop, the ceramic stuff is made here. Also, the food is really good. I really appreciated the warm hospitality and hope to return.

    Gretchen L.

    Just an amazing place. Tranquil. Perfect for meditation. Serenity. Peace. Lovely way to spend the day with a friend or loved one or simply on your own. Also amazing retreats throughout b the year we'll worth your time. Cute gift shop. Monks make you feel welcomed.

    Wanda N.

    Just wanted to say a tremendous thankyou to the abby for being so gracious in allowing our cast to do our photo shoot. The grounds, as always, were beautiful and majestic and provided a perfect backdrop. For those looking for a peaceful retreat to visit, or attend mass, this is the spot! The sign as you enter posts "no hunting allowed except for peace"

    The Aspens in Fr E's Garden
    Mary P.

    I've been coming here since 1985. The peace you encounter here is absolute, if you let it in. The rooms are simple but have everything needed, 2 beds, a desk, usually a rocking chair, A/C and heating (depending on the season), a private bathroom, and a small porch with varying views. The rooms are concrete block construction, so you can hear everything including the water running in the neighboring rooms, but retreatants are asked to limit water use after 9:30 pm. And Grand Silence begins with night prayer (usually about 8:30 pm), so anyone who wants to talk after that can go to the Guest lounge to chat. There is usually coffee and tea, as well as hot and cold water available in the lounge any time of day or night. The meals are fresh, healthy, and generally food is plentiful. (If you go during Lent -- before Easter -- meals are more moderate, as it is a time of fasting and prayer.) Make sure you make a reservation for meals or overnight stays, so that they can adequately prepare. There are five prayer times each day, which are optional for guests, starting with Vigils early in the morning, Lauds before breakfast, (Grand Silence ends after breakfast), Mass before Lunch, Vespers before Dinner, and Compline at night. The surroundings are beautiful: The desert comes alive here. There is the cemetery atop the hill, where you can see for miles; the lake by the Ranch House, with ducks, turtles, dragonflies and koi; and Fr. Eleutherius's (rest his soul) Garden with flower patches and a grove of quaking aspen with seats and benches to rest upon. Down the road is both the Youth Center with its magnificent chapel and the Arts and Crafts center where they make and sell their world famous pottery. For a quick day trip, or for gifts and reading material, you can't beat the Welcome Center with its quiet fountain in the foreground. I enjoy spending as much time here as possible.

    An oasis in the desert!
    Mary N.

    I have been coming to this monastery for over 32 years. The Benedictines practice hospitality as part of their outreach to the community. This is an oasis in the high desert of Valyermo, CA which is fairly accessible from all parts of Southern California. It is very ecumenical. Those who want to join the monks in the Liturgy of the Hours are most welcome to do so, but it's not a problem if one is not so inclined. There is a sense of peacefulness and quietness here which is in wonderful contrast to the hustle bustle of LA. There are beautiful places to walk and to hike as the monastery is situated on about 2000 acres. There are preached retreats as well as private retreats available. The accommodation is comfortable, and all of the meals are served buffet style. The monks are a very interesting and eclectic group of men. There is a wonderful store which sells all kinds of religious books, medals etc. along with the quite famous ceramics which are made at the monastery. There is also a line of coffee, olive oil, and some preserves. Some people come for the day; others for a weekend or a few days midweek. I keep coming back as it is now a part of my spiritual life.

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    To become an oblate, please contact our office at 661-944-2178. You can also find more information on our website at https://saintandrewsabbey.com/oblates-program/

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    I visited the Abbey for a 4 day retreat on the Spirituality if Aging in August 2016.

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    Littlerock Community Church - East side of the church

    Littlerock Community Church

    5.0(2 reviews)
    8.1 mi

    My husband and I live down the hill but were vising his parents for Christmas Eve. After a quick…read moresearch on Google we found out that this church was only a few blocks away and had a Christmas Eve Carol's Service that night so we decided to check it out. Everyone in the church was very friendly and welcoming, and we truly enjoyed their service. I would definitely recommend this church to anyone in town.

    I love this Church. The Pastor has a very sincere style of preaching, the music director plays…read morethat old jazz style gospel music and we all clap along, and the people are very kind an very nice. I had stopped going to Church because of political views being inserted into the sermons, members who made me feel as if I was being judged, and the general unspirited nature of the Services. That was more than 20 years ago. God led me to this Church, I was instantly caught by the Music Directors songs, and the Sermon that had such a positive message to it that I could feel that the Holy Spirit there was a loving and merciful one. More importantly they gave me space to find out where I wanted to fit in. If you want a traditional church, but don't want some of the negative vibes of Fire and Brimstone style spirit, then swing by this quaint Church, and say hi if you feel. I'll be the big guy in the back row on the right, clapping along to some great live gospel music, and focusing on a positive life affirming service.

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    Charlie Brown Farms - Two meat combo , Brisket and Tri Tip

    Charlie Brown Farms

    3.5(865 reviews)
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    Our absolute favorite stop on road trips along Pearblossom Highway -- Charlie Brown Farms is one of…read morethose places you don't expect and end up loving every single time. First of all... it's truly in the middle of nowhere, which somehow makes it even better. You pull up not knowing what to expect, and then suddenly it's everything. They have all the road trip essentials and then some -- homemade fudge, jams, salsa, fresh honey, and an impressive selection of jerky (alligator, elk, ostrich... you name it). There's also endless candy, nostalgic sodas, funnel cake, and Dole soft serve in just about every flavor you could want. But what really stands out is the selection of nostalgic toys, collector's items, and rare finds -- it's honestly mind-blowing. You can spend a lot of time just browsing and still not see everything. I always leave with more than I planned (in the best way), and it's become a must-stop every time we're passing through. And the date shake? Easily one of the best I've ever had. Inside, there's a café if you're in the mood for BBQ, plus a whole section of vintage toys and random collector finds that you didn't know you needed until you see them. It's the kind of place where you always leave with more than you planned -- in the best way. The staff is consistently friendly and helpful, which just adds to the charm. This place never disappoints -- it's become a must-stop every time we're passing through.

    Come for the BBQ and the eccentric and eclectic finds!…read more The ambiance is very old skool Route 66. It's a great place to visit when going to the nearby Abbey or to the snow. :)

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    A nice day to enjoy this refreshing drink.

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