Gorgeous property, excellent food - a perfect spot for a local stay-cation! Staff is genuinely…read moreinterested in how the stays are. Wonderful lodging offerings!

A stone's throw away from my hometown of Santa Rosa is this little hidden gem. Westerbeke Ranch is…read moretucked away in Sonoma and has a beautiful property. I came for a retreat and stayed one night, two days. Okay, first off, I just have to say... The food was amazing! Props to the chef, there was food for normal diets and special made dishes for vegans and other restrictive food diets! Everything was delish! I couldn't wait for meals! One of my favorite dishes had to be this pumpkin seed pesto! I'm just drooling at the thought of it. Meals were buffet style in a shared space, so other people who are staying will be sharing meals with you in the same space. The grounds itself are lovely. It's in a nice wooded space with little cabins everywhere, a pool and hot tub area, and many difference conference "cabins". Lots of outdoor work areas where you can hang out and do work. You can even schedule a massage in this cute little round cabin. There are some hiking trails around (although we didn't end up having any time for them). The property is on an incline, so if you have trouble with stairs or upward walking, it'll be something to consider. There are longer ramped inclines if stairs are a problem for you. The cabins themselves are nothing fancy. Quaint and cozy, we had a fireplace in ours which was so luxurious to have! There were three beds in our little cabin and a tiny little kitchen area as well. The bathroom was rather basic, felt like a childhood sleep away camp bathroom. There is a lot of parking throughout, and areas for you to drive up to the top (for people who have cabins at the top so you don't have to lug your luggage all the way up the stairs). It was overall a lovely quaint stay at Westerberke!

As a destination wedding photographer since 2014, I've worked at 150+ venues. Even though Glenn…read moreRanch is a relatively new wedding venue, their attention to details, efficient work-ethic, and friendly team is top-tier. The owner that lives on-site next to the ranch was ready to jump in to help with anything and everything. She was assisting our couple with the timeline to ensure we got couple portraits during sunset. She even drove my assistant, bride, groom, and myself on a golf cart to catch sunset couple portraits overlooking beautiful sprawling hills. I'm so grateful for her help on Kelli and Doug's special day to make everything run smoothly and efficiently. Highly recommend this venue if you're looking for a rustic ranch venue!

What do I say Mark and Lori and their kids and their wedding planners are absolutely amazing !!!!…read moreOur bartenders never showed up for the wedding and Lori mark and their team just stepped up and started to serve for cocktail hour They are Amazing!!! Their place is absolutely beautiful a hidden gem I recommend this place 1000% I am gonna miss seeing them over the last 2 years Thank you for all you do

Never even knew this place existed! Across the way from the well established Beaulieu Vineyards…read moreTasting Room is their exclusive Beaulieu Garden. It issn't normally open to the general public (hence the reason I was not aware of it!). However, it can be rented out for events or weddings. The exclusivity of this location means it doesn't have clear signage and access is usually gated to be only allow invited guests onto the property. We went for an event planner reception...and were surprised to hear even our organizers have never had access to this venue before and were excited to be there. Many celebrities will reserve this property due to it's strict accessibility. So if you ever get a chance to check it out, do not hesitate!

I hope to one day have a budget to host an event here…read more Across from their Beaulieu Garden is an amazing spot tucked away in Napa Valley, perfect for weddings or events. The gardens are absolutely beautiful with lush greenery, fountains, and charming little spots that feel like a peaceful retreat. You drive up a long, tree-lined path that sets a relaxing vibe right from the start. The big oak tree on the "Forbidden Lawn" makes for a stunning backdrop for photos. The place feels upscale but still warm and inviting. There's a nice mix of formal gardens and natural areas, so there's always something pretty to look at. Paula LeDuc catering runs the food, and they're top-notch, which is a bonus. Just a heads up, the venue has a lot of rules, like quiet music and an early curfew, so it's not your wild party spot. It's perfect if you want a classy, peaceful venue with gorgeous scenery. Definitely worth checking out if you're in Napa and love beautiful gardens. tasting room is this beautiful venue space.

It's a hidden gem in California. If in Napa, make the twenty minute drive up redwood road and…read moremeander thru the property. Amazing.

We got married here in 2013 and everything was perfect!…read more I highly recommend choosing mont la salle for your wedding festivities! We chose to get married in the chapel on site, and had our reception in the courtyard. It was perfect! The food was delicious and the on-site wedding coordinator was fabulous! Our guests raved about such a fantastic venue!

I was a guest at this property, but wanted to share some things I found that should be considered…read morebefore attending an event there. First lets start with how beautiful the property is, amazing views of the vineyard, cute quaint atmosphere, and just a great spot for an event. Now some of the things I thought about. Parking is non-existent and while there was a shuttle, it took over 20 minutes to turn around, something I think the venue owners should think about. Bathrooms were outhouses, I assume were brought in. The gravel walkway to the wedding area around the pool was problematic. I watched at least 10 senior guests not being able to get down the path and even with help it was difficult. The grass around the pool had been freshly watered, and was green and lush, but the chairs sunk into the grass. The dining tables were cramped and so difficult to eat at. I do not know if the family invited over suggested capacity, but it was definitely an issue. For a small event (50 or less) I would say this could be a great venue, any more than that, and if you have older guests, between the paths and the parking, I'd certainly consider those things.

Olive Oaks is such a special property. The owners have put so much thought and love into curating…read moretheir beautiful farmhouse and garden. If you are newly engaged, I highly recommend checking out Olive Oaks. It truly is the perfect Sonoma venue.

Our wedding was nothing short of a dream and Sova was a delight to work with…read more We reached out earlier this year to tour the facility and immediately knew Denise was different and didn't have the same stuffy attitude so many other wedding industry people have in Sonoma County. The grounds took our breath away, but it was also Denise's expertise and understanding of our limited budget that helped us decide this was the right venue. Throughout planning Denise was amazing and answered all of my insane questions and did multiple tours with family members. We decided to go with Preferred Sonoma Caterers from their vendor list and we were really happy with them as well. Sova including tables and chairs was amazing, and we did all our other rentals through PSC. We also rented the farmhouse for the week which I highly recommend. Our pictures from around the house turned out amazing. I have to stress that the website pictures don't do this place justice. It's beyond gorgeous. Overall, Sova was an exceptional backdrop to our day and I highly recommend it as a venue. Schedule a tour if you're on the fence, you won't regret it!

Sova Gadrens is the most incredible place to get married! It is so beautiful! Denise and Paul were…read moreso great to work with! Being able to have the venue for the weekend made everything so much less stressful and renting the house on the property was definitely the way to go! I cannot recommend it enough!

An overnight stay here can be incredibly relaxing but also quite spiritual and meditative. My…read morehusband and I had the privilege of spending several nights here in early January 2020 as part of a Napa Valley in wintertime excursion. It isn't easy to make reservations, as the location hosts numerous conferences, weddings, and religious gatherings, so don't assume that there will be room at the center if you are visiting on short notice. Rather, you should contact the reservations team weeks if not months ahead of time, just to be sure you can work out a time to stay. There are plenty of more convenient places to stay overnight when visiting Napa. This isn't one those ordinary, run of the mill places. It's a special place whose specialness strikes you the moment you drive up the entrance road and stays with you until the time that you regretfully have to leave. A very inspiring and restful place! Highly recommended fir adventurous travelers, creative types like artists, musicians, and writers, nature lovers, those individuals on spiritual quests of personal discovery. Oh, and the location isn't too bad for local wine tastings and tours, either! The Christian Brothers historically have been known for their love of wine, and it shows, in the best possible of ways. Very kind and outgoing staff as well!

Was here for a wedding last Friday, and it was a wonderful venue. As others have mentioned, it was…read morevery serene and peaceful- it's set back above the Napa Valley, and overlooks vineyards, rolling hills, and their own pond. One side of the complex is still an active monestary, separated from the chapel by a beautiful courtyard. On the other side of the chapel is another courtyard (which was the venue for the reception), which is surrounded by their conference facilities and lodging. Mayra, the wedding coordinator, was very easy to work with and helpful. As a location, this venue embodied the Wine Country feeling, without being gaudy or showy. It didn't feel rushed, as some of the wineries do. The food was excellent as well- the chef goes above and beyond.... not at all "conference center" fare, but true WIne Country cuisine. While it's slightly remote (not terribly so), I think that adds to it's charm. It's hardly 10 minutes from Napa itself, but feels like it's a world away.

There are not enough words to describe the magic of OVE! The venue was everything we were looking…read morefor. Such a beautiful property and so diverse! It has everything and the flexibility to make our day unique to us! Guests were amazed by the elegance of this farm and loved the feeling of being rural but only a short drive out of town. Also, we love supporting local and loved including it in our day! As for the staff, Lydia was truly a dream to work with. Wedding planning is stressful but she made it so relaxing and put us at ease. She was responsive and incredibly reliable! She supported our creativity to make our day the day we dreamed of. She let us visit the property as many times as we requested and was always available for questions/requests! An amazing family and place to

I knew Olympia's Valley was going to be our wedding venue the moment we pulled into the driveway!…read more The property is gorgeous and maintained so well, each time we visited they were working on something new to keep it looking amazing. Lydia, Lindsay, and everyone else was so kind and made the day of and planning process a breeze. I am wish we could get married all over again with how great it was!