We had our daughters Graduation/18th Birthday Party here this past May. It was great, not one…read morecomplaint. The staff is awesome, friendly and very helpful. If ever needed, we will definitely rent this space again.

We just had a Memorial Service and Celebration of Life for a family member. As difficult as this…read morewas, this venue was absolutely the best one could imagine. I would highly recommend it for this type of service or a wedding or any large gathering. We rented the Auditorium as well as the dining room and kitchen. With that we also got a small "Family Room" which was the perfect quiet place. The Auditorium has an excellent sound system and projector. The facility is clean, attractive and comfortable. They set up chairs and tables for you. The commercial kitchen is perfect for a large dinner or potluck. Marilyn, the secretary, was amazing to work with. They don't advertise their site, but it is one of the very best in our area.

This event center was an easy 5/5 Star review. We attended a good friend's birthday party here and…read moreit was BEAUTIFUL! Place is elegant, bright, and very spacious. The event was held with lots of dedication and care. The crew members working the night of the event were all very friendly and helpful. Decor and lighting added an additional wow to everything. Would highly recommend this location to anyone looking to host any event. My sister is already thinking about having her Wedding here... Beautiful.

We recently held my daughter's quinceañera at Ellington Hall, and I can honestly say it was worth…read moreevery single penny. First of all, renting this hall in the winter was absolutely the right decision. The space is beautiful, spacious, and perfectly maintained, and our guests were comfortable the entire time. The event ran from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and everything flowed seamlessly from start to finish. One of the best decisions we made was paying for the kids' room. It was completely worth it. The kids absolutely loved having their own space and, honestly, they barely left it the entire night! It allowed them to have fun in their own way while the adults enjoyed the celebration. I would highly recommend adding this option. We also chose to pay for the extra services, including serving and busing, and I am so glad we did. The staff was attentive, professional, and incredibly efficient. There were a few small things that happened during the event -- like a plate of food that was accidentally spilled on the floor -- and it was cleaned up so quickly that we didn't even realize it had happened until after the event. That level of attention to detail made such a difference. David does an amazing job managing everything. He handled the timeline so smoothly that I was truly able to be present and enjoy my daughter's special day instead of worrying about logistics. That alone was priceless. His crew even helped us pack up all the linens we brought at the end of the night, which saved us so much time and energy. Another highlight was the covered outdoor space, which gave guests even more room to gather and enjoy the evening. The lighting inside the hall was stunning -- they were able to match the wall lighting perfectly to our color theme, which made everything look cohesive and beautiful. Every single person commented on how amazing the event was and how much they loved the venue. It truly was an unforgettable night, and Ellington Hall played a huge role in that. I would absolutely recommend this venue to anyone planning a special event. It was organized, beautiful, well-managed, and completely worth the investment.

What a special day getting to celebrate a special friend's wedding at Vine Hill House. As part of…read morethe bridal party, we spent the entire morning getting ready in the cottage on-site. The space was lovely and spacious. It had a full kitchen that allowed us to snack and stay hydrated throughout the morning. We were all able to gather in the area to have hair and make-up done, but there were also side rooms available for changing and getting ready. The cottage itself is lovely and create a picturesque backdrop for first look photos on the porch. The ceremony site felt intimate under the trees and the dinner area had a beautiful view of the vineyards. This special venue has such a great set up. As a guest, it was nice that everything was all on-site, but there were clear areas that helped designate the reception area from the ceremony turned dance floor. One cool feature was that the bride and groom utilized a side bar area next to the dance floor for a whiskey tasting lounge. It was a unique touch that made their wedding stand out! The venue owner, Dan, was HIGHLY involved throughout the day. He was highly attentive, but also highly present. Something to keep in mind if you'd prefer more behind the scenes vendors. What a joy getting to witness such special friends getting married in such a beautiful place!

We could not recommend Vine Hill House enough! Literally the perfect venue from the views, to the…read moreservice, to the amazing staff. Jordan was amazing, as she helped coordinate all the details and walked us through the planning process over the last year. Many guests said it was the nicest wedding they had ever been to, and we agree!! Thank you Dan and Jordan!

We had our daughter's debut celebration at the Petaluma Woman's Club (PWC) on Dec 20th. The PWC is…read morea wonderful place to have an event. It is a beautiful historic venue that has an elegant feel. The main room was large enough to accommodate our 146 guests and a dance floor. The spacious kitchen allowed us to chill our drinks, keep our food warm and pre-slice the cake. I booked PWC a year in advance and Donna was helpful throughout the process. Beth was kind enough to let us tour the venue several times as we were finalizing the details. Zach met with me towards the end of our celebration and was friendly. I would utilize PWC in the future and would recommend it to anyone who needs a venue for their event.

Petaluma Woman's Club was a really wonderful venue for our memorial with about 30 guests. We…read morethought at first that the space might feel too big for a smaller gathering, but the natural light through their beautiful windows made it feel cozy and warm. The staff were kind and helpful, and Donna, the event coordinator, was incredibly responsive and easy to work with. I really appreciated how smooth they made everything during a difficult time. I would absolutely use them again for a future event.

We drove here from Pinole (about 90 minutes) for the show on New Year's Eve. Had a great time. I've…read morenever been to Occidental but will definitely be back.

I'm so glad Occidental finally has it's own art center, considering all the great local artists…read morethere are in West County. The gallery is open and currently having juried shows and invitationals and almost every weekend there's a great concert. I hope more people find out they're open and get involved!

This venue can do it all. Small to large, casual to formal, it works here. i had been to a…read moreretirement party here and when my daughter got engaged we thought of shady farm. She was able to have her rehearsal dinner here the night before the wedding and therefore make use of rentals twice. we had plenty of time to set up and take down. And the "after party" around the fire pit.. fantastic. Everyone had a great time. many many great places though out the property for awesome pictures. Carl is a gracious host. input as needed but when she wanted to try something different he was kind enough to admit he liked it and added to his list of ideas for potential clients. we will have great memories forever.

I have passed Morton's hundreds of times in my 40 years of living in Sonoma County remarking to…read moremyself I'd check it out sometime. Yesterday I finally did and we had a fabulous time! My grandkids were visiting me and I wanted to find a fun place to visit- so glad we did! I purchased day passes in advance ($22) that included parking & a full day at their pools. The staff person at the gate was welcoming and informative. Happy we came midweek as I can only imagine how crowded it could get. I appreciated the shower first rule and pleased the shower water wasn't cold. We easily found a row of lounge chairs with umbrellas where we dropped our towels. The pools were divine with a perfect warm temperature. The lifeguard, Moshe, was quite friendly and checked in with my grandkids on their water safety knowledge- thank you. When we were ready to eat we crossed the road to the expansive lawn area that included plenty of picnic tables After swimming and playing in the pool some more we packed up and checked out the creek area. It is quite pretty and well shaded. The water was much cooler and I do not think it was ADA accessible. Overall we had a successfully fantastic day here!

Total hidden gem, glad to hear it's open once again and during Summer months. Used to come here…read morefor hubby's company picnics; the kids had a blast. Now that the kids are grown, it's nostalgic for hubby and I to drive up to Glen Ellen. The most beautiful scenic drive up to Sonoma County. They have an Instagram page as well, keep checking for updates. 'Til we meet again ~ cheers and see you on Yelp (SYOY)!

The worst nightmare ever. The five-star reviews do not reflect reality. Scroll through to all the…read moreone-star reviews. This place is disgustingly dirty and dilapidated. We booked the Milkroom, and there was no heat. They wanted us to plug in an old heater for heat. The owner, Larry, was super strange. I don't even want to say what he did when he answered the door. It's like a haunted house, cobwebs and all. We left and went to the Flamingo Hotel. Awesome. The advertising that it did not include breakfast was hidden behind a button and not out front. They posted no breakfast next to the listing after I was surprised about no breakfast with the Milkroom. Although even with breakfast and a dancing bear we could NEVER have stayed in this dump.

Innkeepers Pam and Larry really deliver the "breakfast" in B&B. You start each day with a gourmet,…read morethree-course meal featuring locally sourced ingredients. With a full belly, you venture out to explore Sonoma County from the inn's prime location just south of Santa Rosa. In the evening, you enjoy a bottle of the wine you brought back while sitting among the vines of the inn's own vineyard. For a romantic wine country weekend, an ordinary hotel just does not measure up to the experience of staying at the Gables.