We rented this space for my sister's surprise birthday party. It worked out perfectly! We fit…read moreprobably 45 people in, and it felt like a lot, but it wasn't crowded. The space is updated, and a number of people mentioned how nicely it was decorated. There is street parking all around, and a couple of lots further down the street. FYI: As with other rental spaces, there is a list of items that you can't use in the space - candles, confetti, etc . . ., but they have it all listed on the website under the FAQs, so you know upfront what you are getting into. Also, you have to clean the space when you are finished using it, not a big deal, just make sure you factor that into the rental time. If I were in need of this kind of space again, I would definitely use this space again.

This space is exactly as it says...a bonus room! It is soooo gorgeous, that's what you notice right…read moreaway. Such a modern feel, yet comfy andinviting. Very well thought outfloor plan. Places to eat, places to gather and a few places where people can kinda be off on their own. The space is small by event venue standards... but was perfect for us. We had 21 adults and 13 kids and I hadn't even noticed. The kitchen area is a great size. There is sufficient parking. The price to rent is very reasonable. The owner is great at communicating and gets right back in touch with you. I'm so very pleased!!

I love this place! I've been coming for retreats over the past five years. The staff is superb!…read moreSuper friendly and accommodating! I can no longer eat dairy and they were super responsive to my needs. The food is incredible!! Dairy free chicken pot pie-what?!? Yes please!! The rooms are comfortable and the grounds are beautiful. I always find a new path, or swing or something. Additionally I could sit and watch the birds all day! The cardinals and big blue jay and woodpecker and the list goes on and on. The birds flock to the feeders and I could sit and watch them all day. The also have a pool, hot tub and sauna which are a real treat! It is also conveniently located to the Minneapolis and a super easy drive. I'm looking forward to going back in the winter!

From the owner: Nestled in 150 acres of secluded woodlands, Mount Olivet Conference and Retreat Center is the…read moreperfect place for your company retreat, family reunion, wedding, or any other gathering you may want to organize. Our location near Farmington, Minnesota offers a getaway for those in the Twin Cities area, and our team of dedicated professionals will go the extra mile to make sure you are completely satisfied with every aspect of your stay. Visit our website to inquire today!

This is a lovely lavender oasis. I have enjoyed my monthly subscription. In season, I took my…read moregrandchildren lavender picking. Marie is a wealth of botanical knowledge and has wonderful products in the shop.

My mom and I went here for the u-pick lavender experience this past weekend. We were greeted by a…read moreyounger gentleman who gave us the run down on how to cut the lavender. He also gave us a wood ring that we could fill up with any lavender and this was included in the price we paid beforehand. When we went there was tall and short lavender plants (the names are escaping me) and a white lavender which was unique! It was extremely hot but we enjoyed taking in the smells of the lavender and admiring all the busy bees. There is a cute shop onsite with different things made from the lavender grown just feet away!

We had the best service today! Our server, Heil, was amazing describing the menu options in detail…read moreand providing martinis and beers. He recommended the mushroom Swiss burger and it was cooked exactly right at medium temperature. My husband got the reub-stein sandwich and enjoyed it. The reuben meat was pulled instead of shaved, so delicious! Highly recommend this restaurant!

I really loved the vintage, industrial vibes here. Really cool, old, brick walls. Different rooms…read moreand seating. They had some decent menu offerings and classy cocktails to choose from. We really were set on the duck wontons for a starter. They were of course out of them! So sad. So we tried the fried mushrooms. They were horrible! The batter was hard and when you cut into it the mushroom just fell out of it. The batter had no seasoning. For entrees, we tried the pork chop and airline chicken. Everything is woodfired so it all tasted like it was grilled. I didn't mind the pork chop. The "jam" on it tasted just like bbq sauce. The airline chicken was seasoned with rosemary and was a little dry. The sides were absolutely horrible. Icecream scooped mashed potatoes....(that's all I have to say about that). The risotto was so plain and wasn't creamy at all. Needed wayyy more Parmesan, garlic or butter. Nothing was seasoned. The coleslaw had no taste. The zucchini squash mix had no seasoning! The glazed carrots just tasted like carrots. Just everything was a little disappointing and unimpressive. Service was flat and simple. Prices were overpriced.

Beautiful Wedding Venue! All buildings are brand new. They have plenty open space with a giant…read moretent. They even had fire cooked pizzas which were great. There was a ton of flies and mosquitoes however there was bug spray that helped a little but what do u expect, you're in the woods.

From the owner: The Gardens of Castle Rock provides a beautiful setting for outdoor wedding ceremonies, receptions,…read moreand special events. Located in the lower south metro, The Gardens is a short distance from the Twin Cities. The Gardens welcomes all! Couples that are looking to express who they are and share with family and friends in an environment that is grounded in beauty, nature and design. Where personal expressions are manifested in the ability to create an event that is truly unique. An event that is an extension of your values and beliefs found in your relationship. Come join us! Embrace passion and celebrate love at The Gardens. To get started on your wedding, email The Gardens at info@thegardensofcastlerock.com or call 651-264-9510.

We didn't come to golf today--we came for lunch! Although after seeing the course, golfing here is…read moredefinitely going on the future list. The course is beautiful and looks incredibly well maintained, and the patio gives you a great view of it while you eat. Service was great! We only really interacted with one person. But they were very nice and welcoming. I also really liked the restaurant itself. The inside is attractive and comfortable, but on a nice day, I'd definitely pick the patio. Good food + a golf course view? I'll take it. I had the Crispy Chicken Salad, which was fresh, loaded with toppings, and had plenty of crispy chicken. I also tried the Double Cheeseburger, and both were great. Apparently I couldn't decide between eating a salad and eating a burger, so naturally I solved the problem by having both. My partner ordered one of the burgers topped with jalapeños, and he enjoyed his as well. Overall, we had a really nice lunch. Good food, great service, a beautiful setting, and a patio I would happily sit on again. We may have shown up for the restaurant this time, but someday we'll have to come back and actually bring the golf clubs!

Parked cart 20 feet from the green, and was called crippled, shity course, rude owners.read more

Perfect venu for an outdoor wedding. We had the pleasure to attend one that one of our children was…read morein, and it was fantastic! The barn is well laid out, accommodating, and perfect for ourdoor games, bon fires, etc. Not sure what things would have been like if the weather hadn't been incredible, so I'm just going to assume it always is? The wedding party was able to stay AT the farm. Not sure if they rent for hunting or other events, but what, a fun place!

After weeks of coordinating, I was told I couldn't get married here because I'm a woman marrying a…read morewoman. I only gave one star because I couldn't give zero.

I have to apologize for my 1 star review last month of this place! I went again with friends and…read morerealized that the reason I didn't get to sing last time was due to that fact that I didn't correctly sign up on their app! It had nothing to do with the KJ's!! I feel awful and apologize to the karaoke staff as well as the Grand Event Center for my prior negative review! We ended up having a great time and I got to sing my heart out! So if you are look for a new fun activity to do on a Wednesday night, please stop by the Grand! The drinks are great and reasonable, the food is excellent, the audience is very supportive of one another and the rotation is more than fair!

They hosted my wedding (I'm the groom) and reception there in May 2017. Keep in mind I write this…read morereview after my honeymoon and I've had a chance to breathe and meditate on my opinions of the place. So, I can approach talking about this place with an even, clear head. 1 - For months we expected to be able to decorate the night before, and at the last minute they scheduled some sort of dinner and our prep-time became the day of, mere hours before the wedding itself. They didn't tell us this until the two days prior. 2 - While both sides of the family were there decorating, one of the owners insisted on touring another group through the venue. I can't say I was very happy with this, nor with them taking photos and video of my family during set up while exploring the place. Nor with their loud conference calls about the upcoming wedding they were planning on throwing. We had to talk loudly over them to direct people in our wedding party to get things done where and when they were supposed to. It was intrusive and infuriating. I thought WE had the building for the day, no one else! 3 - The parking lot is tiny, and the number of spaces were cut in half by in-active construction equipment parked there, outdated (police-posted) "no parking" signs from months previous, and stacks of raw building materials. Yes. Entire PALLETS of wood and stone just taking up space. We missed out on 6-8 parking places in an already small lot. A hand-full of my relatives had to park out in the freaking street! 4 - The marquee was not changed to reflect the event of my wedding (as promised to be part of the package) until 90 minutes before the ceremony itself started. We REALLY could've used that early in the morning while all the relatives from out of state were arriving and looking for the venue itself. I (the groom), the maid of honor AND the bride badgered one of the owners endlessly about this and it was not done until 90 minutes before the ceremony began. But all is not doom and gloom! Now the good stuff! 1 - When it came for meal time the food was positively excellent. (Yes, they cater as well) The servers had the timing between courses (salad to main course to dessert) down to an art, and we were never left waiting for the next bit of bread or water to come out. Those folks deserve special recognition, and the chef along with them! 2 - The building itself is wonderful, clean and certainly well-stocked with staff, seating and lighting. We were never without a breath-taking view of the stage, the enormous windows, and above-average clean state of the place. Their custodial staff must be very dedicated, as I know marines that don't keep such a clean house! (I was raised in a navy household, so I have a critical eye for this sort of thing) Given the age of the place I expected a sort of rustic, musty smell or at least an outdated bathroom or two. Nope! This place was great, scentless, up-to-date and above standard in the area of cleanliness! Gold star there! 3. The pit/dance floor is a nice size, well-maintained and snug to the stage so everyone can be near the DJ or whatever happens to be up on stage. The layout of the room itself is amazing. As it was originally intended for plays and films, the columns are nicely placed and the tables are un-intrusive when it comes time to share that first dance. I could not ask for better. So all in all it was a very mixed experience. Their "amazing venue" trophies line the walls and the place is not without its long list of merits. However, it was not a perfect experience and frankly touring another group through on our special day to keep their bookings up left a seriously bad taste in my mouth. My bride made me promise not to yell at anyone the day of or make any scenes, but it doesn't keep my from voicing my opinions here.