I had such a great experience photographing a wedding here a few years ago. The venue is beautiful…read moreand elegant. The staff was very friendly and professional and the wedding event I photographed went smoothly. I would highly recommend this venue if you are the "outdoorsy" type because it will not disappoint. I hope to photograph more events here and work again with the North Star House staff.

Sierra at The North Star House was very sweet. The house was beautiful, and the grounds were fully…read moreopen to us during our scheduled time. We loved that we were able to bring in our own vendors and supply our own alcohol, because we had a unique theme(renaissance inspired/Game of Thrones), and needed to do a lot of customization to provide the ambiance we were going for. We also needed to have a tent since our wedding was in July, and Sierra worked closely with our vendor that she recommended to schedule set-up and tear-down. Overall, I highly recommend them. Plus they are a non-profit and it's a historical site, so it felt nice contributing to a good cause.

This place is absolutely adorable! We came for a bridal tea party. The owner provided us with a…read morenice rental space, cute tea time dishes, and several yummy dishes. There were also several older books in the store, as this is primarily a book consignment store. If you are looking for a cute place to host a small party, they do that too.

If your looking to buy a used book, the prices are decent and they have a small variety of quite a…read morefew topics. I'm a big fan of science fiction/fantasy and was sadly disappointed that there was only one shelf for me to choose from. That aside, I probably could have easily found something I'd enjoy from their very large array of simply "fiction" books. The plus side, if you'd like a coffee and some quiet time in a little library with your computer, this is definitely the place to go as there is a coffee shop in the next room. Definitely has its own cute little vibe, I'm sure I'll be back.

I have not had their catering but I wanted to let people know that these guys are great...the women…read moreand men who run this building are always polite and sweet to me when I go for events. It is also a pretty building to have a party in.

From the owner: Specializing in: - Community Organizations…read more- Fraternal Organizations - Lodging - Scholarship Services - Social Service Organizations - Youth Organizations & Centers - Wedding Reception Locations & Services - Caterers - Veterans & Military Organizations - Wedding Supplies & Services - Banquet Halls & Reception Facilities

We truly cannot say enough positive things about this venue and its exceptional team. From our very…read morefirst interaction, the staff was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely dedicated to making our wedding day everything we envisioned. They were always available to answer questions, provide helpful guidance, and ensure every detail came together flawlessly. One of the standout features for us was the incredible Borrow Barn. The variety of décor available was impressive and allowed us to add so many beautiful personal touches to our wedding without the added cost and stress of sourcing everything ourselves. It played a huge role in bringing our vision to life. The property itself is absolutely stunning. The breathtaking scenery created the perfect setting for our ceremony and provided countless beautiful photo opportunities. Every part of the venue felt picturesque and helped create an unforgettable experience for both us and our guests. We are incredibly grateful for the outstanding staff and the thoughtful amenities this venue provides. Their care, professionalism, and attention to detail made our wedding day truly special. We would wholeheartedly recommend this venue to any couple looking for a beautiful, seamless, and stress-free wedding experience.

I've waited a year + to post this review pending a refund that never came for a wedding date that…read morewas cancelled months in advance as we no longer desired to use their services. There was no reason for these people to keep 5k with as much notice as they had The ultimate bait and switch. Our experience began with pulling up to our appointment time to about 15 other people in 3 different groups standing outside in the rain. We approached and they informed us that we could go take a look around the property, (unguided, uninformed, and in the rain). When we returned to the front about ten minutes later everyone was gone and there was a person outside that informed us that we could take our shoes off and go inside the guest house with the ~15 other people that were there. We walked around by ourselves for about 20 minutes until we were finally approached by someone. At that point it was time to go to the "something borrowed barn". By the name you would assume what this is. No. It is a warehouse painted red to match the rest of the property. When they let you in the door you are actually entering about a 200sqft room with the 15 other people touring the property at the same appt time and are all expected to share ONE (1) mock decoration table in which you may choose decorations they have in two cabinets in the room for your wedding day. Upon further questions the linens on the table and displayed in the room you may choose all other decor from are only available for rental. I wish this was the worst of it. The icing on the cake (and what they failed to disclose prior to committing to them) is that they do not allow liquor without a super special ultra premium gold star bartender with a super exclusive lisence

This is by far one of the best outdoor event venues in town. Several of our family members and…read morefriends have rented the Schrammsberg estate, including us, and it has been a wonderful experience every time. The owners are kind and easy to talk to, and the space is absolutely stunning, especially during golden hour (we have gotten the best photos there) ! I highly recommend this beautiful property to anyone looking to party outdoors, or just have an awesome photoshoot.

Beautiful venue! We had our wedding here in October and it was stunning. The property is so well…read moremaintained. We are so happy with how everything turned out.

Staff at Holbrooke are totally engaged in their roles to assure a top flight stay from front desk…read morehousekeeping. We booked early for a group visit of the area and ask for specific things prior to our arrival and Everything was in line with our expectations! Location is ideal for walking the entire surrounding area and keep your parking space due to limited room for guests. They are working on this situation re: towing non guests to assure enough spaces. Restaurant serves fabulous food! Rob is a Very creative chef. Loved our dinner! Great bar upstairs & be sure to check out the old historic bar one level below! Fun with booked entertainment.

Had we known about the hotel ahead of time, it would've been a better stay…read more The hotel is not a bad place, at all. It's full of history and class. It's clean and central to many locations in town. The chief complaints I have are these: 1. The walls of the hotel are paper-thin. You can hear *everything* going on outside your door and the rooms next to yours. 2. There are no TVs in any of the rooms. For #1, nothing to be done about it but go in forewarned. For #2, not knowing that was totally our fault. The TV situation is listed on their website. But TVs are such a standard item, who thinks to look for that note..? :P Now. The best part of our hotel stay was Ulina. She was the front desk rep when we got there. She was extremely friendly and very helpful in getting us settled in. She went above and beyond her duties to make sure our 2 night stay (that turned into a 1 night stay due to job issue) was stress free and comfortable. If you stay here in the future, ask for Unlina, you will not be disappointed. :)

Some things are just too good to last. Sadly this place is one of them…read more **LOCATION & DECOR** The decor hasn't changed--wooden floors, brick walls, high ceilings, and sparse seating. It's always been minimal yet warm, but something felt off this time and the one before. The usual calming video of California waves was missing, replaced with a blank wall and '50s oldies music that completely clashed with the vibe. It felt disconnected from what usually made this place so special. **FOOD & DRINK** Ramen: Severely under-seasoned and watery. What used to be a flavorful, hearty bowl now feels lackluster and uninspired. Wakame Salad: The portion was noticeably smaller--20-30% less than usual. Not what I've come to expect from this place. PRICE: $$ I've always been willing to pay premium pricing for the quality, atmosphere, and service, but this time, it just didn't deliver. **SWAG/AMENITIES** - Cozy and unique decor (still a plus) - Menu variety for tea and ramen lovers - Used to have a calming atmosphere (not this time) **STAFF & EXPERIENCE** This is where things really fell apart. The service was slow from the start--30 minutes for drinks, 40+ minutes for ramen. The servers were dry, unpersonable, and barely engaged with us. They didn't introduce themselves or try to make any connection. It's hard not to miss Jenna, who was always warm, kind, and inviting. She had a way of making the experience unforgettable, and maybe even made the food taste better! **FINAL THOUGHTS** Mantra Tea House used to be my favorite spot in town. I came here regularly, twice a month, and never thought I'd feel this let down. The food, service, and atmosphere have all taken a dive, and it's just not the same place I fell in love with. Sadly, I think this was my last visit.

I loveddd the vibes in here with the brick wall and spacious feel. The service was nice as well…read more The food was a bit disappointing for the price... I ordered the shrimp ramen which I believe was $24!! came with 4 shrimps, head off and the broth was so watery and under seasoned I was really bummed!! Their crab cakes were pretty good but also expensive $23 I believe for appetizer, very small portion just one crab cake drinks were cheaper. I would come back here just to drink tea or sake but food was meh for the price. Wish they would make it $12 for the ramen or add some more toppings/seasonings if they want to keep the price.... It's Bay Area prices lacking the flavor

Nicole and the team at Roots Reclaimed really add that extra special something to my wedding! Our…read morevenue (although beautiful) had a huge mostly blank wall where they typically put a head table. Many people I talked to said they couldn't make a 30'x18' backdrop, but Roots Reclaimed was really excited for the challenge. They made a beautiful, free-standing, ribbon and cafe light backdrop in front of which the head table sat at their rustic tables. It was beautiful and set an AMAZING backdrop for our head table and the dance floor. It was everything I had envisioned and when I walked into the reception, I was in awe of how big and perfect it was!!

One of the worst places to have a wedding reception, in the Sierra foothills region.......only…read moreexceeded in awfulness by the Auburn Elk's Lodge. If you're a "K-Mart shopper" on a low budget, this is where you have your event.......Old, dilapidated and run-down, this place needs to be bulldozed and soon. Better places include Trolley Junction, Miner's Foundry, and the Holbrooke Hotel (just to name a few).

Hmmmmm..someone seems a bit testy..did you get left at the alter Matt C.?…read moreThe people at the Nevada County Horsemen are some of the nicest you'll ever meet and they do a great job! We have had several functions held there from dinners to memorials, etc. Granted, it's not any of the other places you mentioned however it is how we do it here in the country, where the gathering is way more important than how hard you are trying to impress others.