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The Secret Gardens

4.2 (20 reviews)
Closed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Lea M.

Magical is the word that comes to mind when I think of this place - it's simply beautiful. The garden is well kept with wonderful little sections all throughout and at night the lighting gives it another boost of wonder and the hidden gazebo that sits slightly in the middle of the venue is romantic. I love the adorable little buildings nestled in different locations for preparation(s) however the restrooms could use a little updating. When I mean updating I mean industrialized toilets or having more than one toilet. A little past halfway through the night the men's restroom went kaputs so the line was extra long for the one stall woman's restroom (By the way girls, work on those squats if you know what I mean). Parking is down the street in an empty field, so if your attempting to find your car late at night you might want to make sure your cell phone is charged for that flashlight app.

MIchele J.

It's like you are in the middle of a redwood forest...perfect place for a romantic wedding..We loved everything about the property... The only thing I would warn about is If your event ends at night...and the walk from the venue back to your car In the parking lot is after dark...OH MY, come prepared with a flashlight...it could be a VERY dangerous walk. No street lights OR sidewalks.. Pitch Black doesn't even begin to describe it. Had we Not had our small light from our phone, the elderly couple we were with would have ended up in the berry thicket or the open storm drain.

Wow this place was magical for my wedding venue. My guests could not stop talking about how amazing this place was. John was great to work with & everything went PERFECT. Definitely recommend this venue!

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From the owner: The stunning view from the top of the Fish Rock Watch Tower overlooking the Pacific Ocean at the…read moreMendocino Stone Ranch is a memory made to last. Perched at the top of the ridge overlooking the Pacific Ocean – Mendocino Stone Ranch is the perfect unique venue for a wedding, elopement, family reunion, anniversary party, birthday party, corporate retreat, or event of any kind – that you and your guests will never forget. Mendocino event venue Stone Ranch boasts over 30 one of a kind stone masonry art installations created by stone masons from around the world, linked by trails throughout 30 walkable acres of beautiful redwood forest with stunning ocean views. We are located in Anchor Bay, CA, a 2-hour drive from Santa Rosa, 10 minutes north of Gualala, and 15 minutes south of Point Arena, CA, on the Mendocino Coast. Our 35-acre outdoor event venue space is perfect for weddings, corporate events, retreats, and any celebration. Self tours are offered M-F, 10am-5pm and Sunday 11am-5pm. Guided tours happen the first sunday of every month, 12pm-2pm email contact@stoneranchmendo.com to RSVP

Bodega Harbour Yacht Club - Food buffet with a side of the Bay.

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Operation Bro Of Honor: Bodega Bay Wedding Edition…read more My high school friend Sammi named me her Bro Of Honor in September 2015 and as soon as I donned the pink sash she mailed me from Germany, it was business time. Her California wedding was slated for December 26, 2015, so I hopped on a Southwest flight in the evening on Christmas Day from San Diego to Sacramento and drove the rest of the way to Bodega Bay. When I first arrived at the wedding venue, the Bodega Harbor Yacht Club, I was blown away! This quaint, cabin-like building sat right on the water with huge windows all over the facility peering out onto the aquatic landscape. The bride's family who lived in the area said we were extremely fortunate to have the sun shining on her special day and everyone in attendance smiled at the rays as they beamed onto the wedding aisle. As you can see from my photos, having the bay as the background to the bride and groom saying their vows was breathtaking. You'd be hard pressed to find a wedding venue more picturesque! The wedding reception was conveniently held on the same floor as the wedding ceremony. We were treated to fish and chicken in addition to a variety of sides. All was catered by the Bodega Bay Yacht Club. My tastebuds were happy from all of the delicious food offerings and my heart was happy from the excellent service provided by all of the waitresses! The bar had a nice selection of craft beer in bottles and mixed drinks in addition to non-alcoholic options. To end the night, we were treated to sips of Fireball and we shouted together as Germans do: "Proust!" I hope my future wedding is as beautiful, organic, and entertaining as the one held here by my good friends Sammi and Tobi. My mission as Bro Of Honor: COMPLETE.

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If we could give Huria's 10 stars, we would! Adriana and Chef Mohaimen are an absolute joy to work…read morewith :) We hired Huria's as our caterer for our 90 person wedding. Since our wedding was taking place on a private residence, we had very specific criteria for a caterer and basically needed them to be self sufficient for gas, electricity, kitchen space, etc. Huria's took care of that without a problem! From the beginning, Adriana had clear and responsive communication. She answered my questions very quickly with care and knowledge. Their menu is absolutely delicious and our guests thoroughly enjoyed the carefully crafted appetizers and mains. My now husband and I originally had our reservations about wood fired pizza, fearing that the pizzas would be cold by the time guests came up to get it, but Huria's has their system down to a science. Every single guest was quickly served a hot meal and there was plenty of leftover food for second and third helpings. We also received so many compliments on the incredibly cute set up that Huria's brings to each event they cater. Their woodfired pizza oven, pop up bistro, and tables add rustic charm to any venue. Guests were blown away by the set up and it photographs beautifully! The team at Huria's is professional, warm, transparent about pricing, and provides incredible food with great service. I cannot recommend Huria's highly enough to anyone who is looking for a food caterer in the Northern California area! Thank you so much Adriana and Chef for making our wedding feel (and taste) so special, we are so grateful for you! :)

Huria's catered my sisters wedding and it was the best experience. The owners are professional,…read morekind and caring. The pizzas and salad were so good and many compliments were received throughout the night from guests. We would highly recommend Huria's for any event.

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