Such nice hidden gems! We discovered this after years of living in the Valley. For sure we will go…read moreback to make picnic. Many little spots to discover. My dog loved to walk there. They have events, you can get marry or have birthdays parties.

Checked out this place Saturday morning…read more Plenty of parking. Interesting place. Lots of people around. Seems unusual, to come and plant vegetables or fruit? I suppose if you don't have a yard. As many don't nearby.

We recently attended a birthday dinner party here at Great Event Studios in Tarzana and it is…read moreactually the same owner as Athena Studios in Nothridge where my daughte celebrated her 18th bday. This Tarzana location was actually really nice too - it's located along Ventura Blvd (closest cross street is Wilbur Ave.) right after McDonalds and next to Dominos Pizza and right across Lady C's Cafe. The closest fwy for those travelling from another city is Tampa ave. exit. The venue is really pretty, very well maintain, very clean and very aesthetic design and has its own restroom inside. The size of the venue is perfect for intimate parties with a group of 50-60. There was space for buffet table, bar for the drinks, Sushi bar, Photo Booth and DJ booth and a decent dance floor size was setup and it didn't feel like crowded at all. The balloons, table setting, decors etc was also done by great event (separate fee applies on top of the venue rental). I highly recommend this event place if you are planning on your next initimate party! You will love the place, and if you decide to also hire them for organizing and decorating the venue you will surely love it. The owners are very proffesional and really nice. There's also a lot of parking spaces as well as on the side street - from my own personal experience, we didn't have a hard time finding a parking spot and the part was on a Saturday night.

Great Event Studio ended up being the perfect space to hold a celebration of life for my mom. The…read morespace is beautifully decorated and can comfortably serve 30 to 50 people. There's a kitchenette with sink, microwave, refrigerator, and handicapped accessible bathroom. Hardwood floors give this space an elegant look, it feels open, bright, and clean. Deena was friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. She helped me secure the space with only a few weeks notice. She offered many options for configuring the space to meet our needs. Our guests commented on how nice they thought the space was. I'm very happy I found Great Event Studio and Deena when I did. I would happily use her services for any future events I need to host. I highly recommend giving them a chance to make your events go smoothly.

I used Vivid Venues for my daughter's prom send-off and I'm so glad I did. From the beginning,…read moreAlanna was professional, kind, and incredibly easy to work with. I originally reached out because my home is under renovation and I needed another space for the event. The venue was the perfect size: quaint, super cute, and beautifully decorated. My guests kept commenting on how beautiful everything looked. What really stood out was Alaunna herself. I was overwhelmed with senior year activities and graduation prep, but she made the entire process seamless and stress-free. The day of the event, I realized there was no way I'd have enough time to set up food, drinks, dessert tables, champagne glasses, and chafing dishes for 50 people. I called Alanna just a few hours before the party asking if there was any way she could help. Without hesitation, she said yes. I felt bad because those services are offered but I originally declined it because I thought I could do it myself. With all the running around I had to do that day, I was completely wrong. Alanna stepped in without making me feel guilty or stressed, and her willingness to help at the last minute meant more than I can say. I had my son and his friend drop everything off, and by the time we arrived, everything was beautifully set up and ready to go. She truly saved the day. I would absolutely use Vivid Venues again. If you're considering having an event here, just do it. You won't be disappointed!

My husband and I hosted our family for our birthday. The venue was absolutely beautiful. My family…read moreabsolutely loved the decorations. The customer service was top tier. They definitely catered to our needs on this big day.

This was a personal message sent to me from the owner, yet proof this place is very unprofessional…read more I have now blocked this owner from contacting me and reported it to Yelp, taking a negative comment is not a personal attack just business. If you cannot handle the potential bad comments then either do not look or disable your yelp account and call it a day. I never wish ill on anyone despite their shady business practices however the behavior this owner has shown is repulsive. I hope they learn from their mistakes and find better ways to handle their potential customers. "no way! you got the date wrong after changing it and then you forgot, if this is who i think it is.you have issues! phones not working is not a reason to review negitively. not sure what happened or who exactly you are but your disgusting photo says it all. give a negative? you are a negative! and you had typos in your review, he who expects perfection, look at yourself!" So calling it a day and not wasting anymore of my time with this shady place, perhaps if they were more willing to work with me on the situation since they have the capability to contact me on yelp they could have easily learned who I was i may have retracted my comment and made good on the review. At this time i suggest anyone searching out a venue for any event beware and that this facility has much to learn about customer service.

I can't really say anything negative about this place. It's just relatively plain, outdated IMHO,…read morefacility that has some decent features. Pretty good size banquet hall, insertable dance floor, large kitchen, bar, inside and outside bathrooms, pay phone (maybe because cell service is spotty), and a welcoming courtyard. The lighting is a bit poor, the decor is like a 80's hotel, nothing comfortable to sit on ... I guess just plain okay. My guess is that it's pretty costly to hold events here, but I wouldn't know for sure. You are behind a gated community (which is beautiful), so all of you guests need to be accounted for and given to the front gate for access into the neighborhood. That can be a little bit of work to conjure up. I'm not familiar with any of the staff on the BCCC, so I can't comment on their capabilities or professionalism. So, my opinion ... take it with a grain of salt and while your at it grab a shot of tequila and a lime! FWIW.

There are places you visit that change you forever. That is how I felt the moment I stepped onto…read morethe sacred grounds of Mermaid Mountain. My best friend and I spent a weekend here, and I have never felt more divine--like the highest version of myself. There is a magic woven into this place, and Bill's kindness feels less like hospitality and more like being welcomed by an old friend. These are the moments I will never forget: singing in the copper tub beneath the stars and full moon, sipping wine until the water turned cold; twirling barefoot through the gardens with my best friend in disbelief that I was lucky enough to stay somewhere so breathtakingly beautiful. The hummingbirds, frogs, and peacocks became companions, and the outside world felt wonderfully far away. I stayed awake nearly all night before leaving because I couldn't bear for it to end. And now, weeks later, I realize something shifted in me. Mermaid Mountain reminded me that I am worthy of opulent and extraordinary experiences. The property is also home to a beautiful butterfly garden lovingly tended by Sergio, who shares his knowledge and offers plants for guests to take home. I brought a few back to my own garden, and now butterflies visit me there, reminding me that places can continue to nourish us long after we've left them. Mermaid Mountain what a hidden gem in sweet Topanga !

Absolutely top rated gorgeous place to get married. The location is nestled in the hills above…read moreTopanga Canyon. If your looking for a place that's small enough to feel like your in a boutique atmosphere yet largest enough to accommodate 40 to 50 guests, this is your place The owner is absolutely generous and accommodating in every way. They offer on site hospitality to stay for the weekend. Rooms are so unique and clean you won't be disappointed Highly recommended!!

Best Steakhouse in Los angeles. Everything is fantastic lThey have an excellent selection of Both…read moreSeafood, Beef and Pork. Caviar was delicious this is the place to go!

I stopped in to see the venue and the manger wasn't there. I was given his cell phone number. When…read moreI called he asked how many people I would be having and I said about 50. No problem I was told. Our average is $100 a head. When I said that was a bit higher than I was expecting and other venues that are very similar charge $50 a head I was laughed at! Great service buddy . Thanks for asking questions about what I needed and what would be appropriate for my event. MIND YOU THIS WAS FOR DAY TIME PRICING!!!!!!

Over Memorial Day weekend 2014, my husband and I stayed at a b&b in Topanga Canyon and loved the…read morearea. We decided to drive around to see if there were any possible wedding venues that offer an all outdoor space that was rustic, charming, but still classy and elegant. We drove by a sign that said Kelly Gulch, Googled it, saw great photos on their website, called Sally up, and within a few hours was able to stop by to meet her and to view the farm. It was just what we wanted. We reserved it almost immediately and had the best wedding almost exactly a year later, during Memorial Day weekend 2015. Here are things we loved about Kelly Gulch: * Sally's great. She feels more like your wedding mom than a venue coordinator. It helps that she owns and lives on the property because you can feel the love she pours into it. Sally added so many great improvements to the property during the time we reserved and actually had the wedding. Every time we came back to visit, there was something new! * The venue is gorgeous--just look at the photos! It's small enough to create an intimate feel, but large enough to accommodate up to 200 guests. There are lots of trees, Sally's cute farm animals, a beautiful barn, a dressing studio, writing studio, an area for enclosed fire pits, a large parking lot, stunning wood bridges, and lots of other areas for great photo ops. * It's not a wedding mill. Other venues we looked at were very strict--you must show up at x time, clean up by x time, and felt very business-like. That wasn't the vibe we wanted, and we're so grateful we found Kelly Gulch. Sally let us do things like drop off our alcohol a week in advance and flowers the day before to store in her cool laundry area. Having that flexibility really came in handy, especially if you are having a primarily DIY wedding like we did. * Sally doesn't nickel and dime you. If she has something available, she will offer it to you and not charge you for it. For example, she has some tables, signs, drink dispensers, wagons, etc. that we were able to use in our wedding, which helped reduce costs. * I'm not sure if prices have gone up, but Kelly Gulch was reasonable compared to other venues we looked at. We really can't recommend Kelly Gulch and Sally enough. We had a dream wedding on a reasonable budget, and it couldn't have been done without first finding an amazing venue. Our one piece of advice to future brides and grooms is to order more bathroom stalls--at least 4--regardless of your guest count! Pay more if you have to--you won't regret it. We only had two, and I think we served way too many good drinks because there was ALWAYS a line at the restrooms. When one of the two stalls broke down toward the end of the night, that just made things worse. Our lesson learned is your lesson gained!

I worked as a vendor here on May 4th and was the most impressed by the venue itself. Guests are…read moreable to go down to the beach while still having plumbing accommodations which feels so luxurious. It is a bit of a smaller space with a large bridal suite and patio to fit even more guests. The only con is the lack of parking that requires a shuttle or parking across the street as Ubers and Lyfts are sparse due to lack of WiFi/being so far out.

This was my first beach wedding. I was a guest. This place is absolutely dreamy…read more CEREMONY The ceremony takes place on the outdoor patio which overlooks a beautiful private beach in Malibu. The view is breathtaking and you can hear the soft sound of the waves in the background. PICTURES: The bridal party took pictures on the beach with the guests behind them looking over the balcony. I'm sure the bride and groom also got some gorgeous wedding photos out there too. Note if you are in the bridal party to come prepared with shoes you don't mind getting sand in. I noticed the men brought sneakers and the girls were barefoot. WHAT TO WEAR I was unsure what to wear to a beach wedding. The wedding I attended went from day to night. I wore a pink cocktail dress and that was perfect. Everyone at the wedding I attended wore colored clothing. I would stay away from black. And heels are fine because you are on a patio, not the actual beach. I recommend some nice open toe shoes with heels. I suggest wearing sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses (for a daytime wedding) to protect against the sun. I also suggest bringing a sweater as it can get chilly by the beach and also in the reception hall when they put on the air conditioning. Just note that there isn't really a place to store extra stuff except in the bridal room so pack lightly. RECEPTION The reception is inside in an intimate room with beautiful white tables, chandeliers, and a beautiful white draped backdrop with lights. The venue is small and intimate. It feels like being in someone's private home in Malibu. You have the place all to yourself. LOCATION This venue is deep into Malibu. If you are coming from the Westside of Los Angeles you will pass Pepperdine and Zuma Beach to get here. OTHER This place got an award from "2018 Best of Weddings" award from The Knot. The venue works best for smaller weddings. The one I attended had approximately 50 people and that was the perfect size for this venue.