Outdoor Wedding Venue California | 7 Reasons to Choose MHE
Searching for California wedding venues? Envision yourself exchanging vows beneath towering oak trees in Northern California's wine country, where rolling hills meet crystal-clear skies. @mountainhouseestate Towering redwoods 🌲 as your backdrop, why not? Mountain [Read More]
Sonoma Coast Itinerary | Mountain House Estate Guide
Sonoma Coast captivates with its dramatic cliffs, secluded beaches, and charming towns! Whether you're extending your Mountain House Estate wedding celebration or seeking nature, cuisine, or adventure, this guide unveils the coastline's best. From [Read More]
Sonoma Wine Country Itinerary | Mountain House Estate Guide
Sonoma County is a captivating blend of world-class wineries, farm-to-table cuisine, and stunning landscapes. Whether you're planning activities around your wedding at Mountain House Estate or simply exploring the region, this inspiration guide will [Read More]
How to Ensure the Safety of Your Engagement Ring in Rushed Circumstances
Your engagement ring holds both monetary and sentimental value. But something that small is often misplaced, stolen, or lost during the rushed nature of our lifestyles. Keeping your ring safe during all circumstances is [Read More]
Natalie and Alex’s Wedding
Wedding Vendors: Photography Brys Photography Planner: Gianna Jackson Caterer and Staffing: Lombardi's Catering Bakery: friend Bartending: Lombardi's Catering DJ/Music: Nor Cal Pro Sound Photo Booth: Magic Mirror Photo Booth Flowers: M Design Rentals: Encore [Read More]
Sway and Ghassan’s Wedding
Wedding Vendors: Photography Avery Wong photography Planner: Oh Splendid Day Caterer, Staffing and Bartending: Sonoma County Catering DJ/Music: Nor Cal Pro Sound Photo Booth: Fun Frames Flowers: Peaches and Poppies Floral Rentals: Sonoma County [Read More]
Best of Wine Country | Sonoma vs. Napa | Mountain House
Your Guide to Wine Country | Sonoma vs. Napa Northern California's Wine Country has so much to offer, but with so many choices it can be hard to decide on which region to visit. [Read More]
Creative Menu Ideas for Wine Country Weddings
Wine country weddings offer a unique opportunity to weave an unforgettable story – and the first chapter starts with your menu. Ditch the predictable and embrace the bounty of the land. Here's a tasty, [Read More]
18 Things To Do in San Francisco for Young Adults Near Mountain House Estate
There are plenty of things to do in San Francisco for young adults. From the iconic landmarks to the hidden gems nestled within the city's diverse neighborhoods, there's no shortage of excitement and adventure [Read More]
35 Elegant Wedding Ideas For Your Celebration at Mountain House Estate
Every detail should exude sophistication and refinement when it comes to your wedding day at Mountain House Estate. All the aspects of your wedding should reflect the elegance and grace that defines your love [Read More]
Kimberly and Thomas’ Wedding
Wedding Vendors: Planner: Ybarra Tara Catering, Staffing and Bartending: Sonoma County Catering DJ/Music: That's the DJ Photography: Amy Little Photography Videography: Two 4 Tea Ross Flowers Gina's Floral Enchantment Rentals: Encore Events Rentals Officiant: [Read More]
6 Amazing Places To Paddle Board In Sacramento
Paddle boarding Sacramento is an experience like no other! California’s state capital has so many different lakes and rivers that are ripe and ready to explore. And whether you’re brand new, or a verified [Read More]
Charming Private Estate Wedding Venues in Northern California: Mountain House Estate
Looking for private estate wedding venues in Northern California? Consider Mountain House Estate, an enchanting wedding destination nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of Northern California. In this blog, we'll walk you through [Read More]
Orchestrating Seamless Transportation for Your Guests
At Mountain House Estate, nestled in the heart of California wine country in Cloverdale, CA, near Healdsburg, Sonoma, and Santa Rosa, we understand that orchestrating the perfect wedding requires meticulous attention to every detail. [Read More]
Two Wildly Romantic Places to Honeymoon in Cyprus
By Ioana Ciutac Ioana Ciutac is a nature enthusiast born and raised in Romania. After graduating from Technical University in Romania, she moved to Limassol, Cyprus, and has lived there for almost 17 years. [Read More]
Incredible Ukiah Wedding Venues at Mountain House Estate
andrea and alec (28) Are you searching for dreamy Ukiah wedding venues? Well, you're in luck! Situated just 1.5 hours by car from Bodega Bay, Mountain House Estate offers a [Read More]
Cody and Sarah’s wedding
Wedding Vendors: Photography: Scott Laskey Planner: Marcia Barkoff (Kilo is assistant) Chuppah: Under the Chuppah Caterer, Bartending and Staffing: PreferredSonoma Bakery: Sweet Expectations DJ/Music: Last Wave Productions Flowers: Marcia Barkoff (Kilo is assistant) Rentals: [Read More]
Welcome to Mountain House Estate – Your Rustic Barn Wedding Venue
Welcome to Mountain House Estate - Your Rustic Barn Wedding Venue Welcome, you're probably here because you're searching for barn wedding venues. Look no further! Welcome to Mountain House Estate, your picturesque and [Read More]
Stella + Darren
Wedding Vendors: Photography Holly B Rose Photography Planner: Lacey Caterer: Field and Farm Caterer: Bubbles Boba and Gifts Caterer: Chairman Bao Bartending: Cold Snacks DJ/Music: Runaway DJ Photo Booth: Runaway DJ Photography: Holly B [Read More]
Kaitlin + Kyle Wedding day
Wedding Vendors: Photography: Symboll Planner: Ybarra Events Caterer: Evntwrks Bakery: Evntwrks Staffing: Evntwrks Bartending: Evntwrks DJ/Music: NorCal Pro Sound Videography Symboll Flowers: Ginas Floral Enchantment Rentals: Evntwrks Security: Camberos MHE Hair: Powder Room Makeup: [Read More]
Robert Tempest and Katherine Puccini Wedding
Wedding Vendors: Photography: Courtland Photography Courtland Wilson Planner: Oh! Splendid Day Karen Payne Caterer: Il Davide Staffing: Il Davide Bartending: Il Davide DJ/Music: DJ Dave - Morgan Productions Dave Morgan Photo Booth: Mountain House [Read More]
Gorgeous Early Summer Wedding
This gorgeous May wedding left us speechless! The couple wants to remain unnamed and not shown on the website, but here are some of our favorite details from the wedding. Wedding Vendors: Photography: Amy [Read More]
Alondra + Armando
Wedding Vendors: Photography: Hailey Phillips Photography Planner: Stacey Goods Farm and Events Caterer: A Guy and His Grill Bartending: This Girl Can Pour DJ/Music: DJ Cristian Flowers: Dragonfly Hair: Laura Paniagua Makeup: Laura Paniagua [Read More]
Best Sonoma Wedding Venues | Mountain House Estate
Say "I do" in the heart of Sonoma Valley, where vineyards paint the hillsides and golden sunlight dances through ancient oak trees. Sonoma weddings bring wine-country romance to life in ways that [Read More]
What to Do Once You’re Engaged: A Guide to Navigating the Exciting Next Steps
Congratulations! It's a wonderfully magical period in your life now that you're engaged. As you anticipate your wedding day, love and excitement are abundant. This time's essential, and I am here to [Read More]
Unveiling the Best 2025 & 2026 Wedding Trends: From Micro-Weddings to Green Glamour
The Wedding Trends are about giving the happy couple and their guests an event they'll always remember. Weddings are a beloved practice that celebrates the love and commitment between two people. Every [Read More]
Capturing Timeless Memories: Why Hiring a Videographer for Your Wedding Is a Must
Imagine the magical moment when, years from now, you and your partner sit together to relive your wedding day memories. The laughter of your loved ones, the heartfelt speeches, and the subtle [Read More]
Renee + Chris
Photography: James Young Photography [Read More]
Parker + Elizabeth
Photography: Spirited Photo and Film [Read More]
Michelle + Will
Photography: Spirited Photo and Film
Brittany + Phillip
Photography: Spirited Photo and Film
Joy + Casey
Photography: Maddy Godt Photography [Read More]
10 Things To Do in Santa Rosa, CA
Santa Rosa, California, is a charming city located in Sonoma County. Known for its world-class wineries, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture, Santa Rosa offers visitors various activities and attractions. Here are some of the [Read More]
Top Wineries, Outdoor Activities, and Shopping in Sonoma County
Sonoma County, California, is a beautiful region known for its stunning landscapes, vineyards, and charming small towns. Here are some of the best things to do in the area: Wineries Jordan Winery Jordan Winery [Read More]
Things To Do in Healdsburg | A Mountain House Estate Guide
Nestled in the heart of Sonoma Wine Country, Mountain House Estate offers more than just a stunning wedding venue. ♡ Our picturesque 40-acre property, located just minutes from Healdsburg at 38000 CA-128, Cloverdale, CA [Read More]
8 Things To Do in Cloverdale, CA
Cloverdale, California, is in Sonoma County, known for its picturesque vineyards, stunning landscapes, and charming small towns. Within 60 miles of Cloverdale, there are plenty of things to do and see. Here are some [Read More]
9 Things To Do in San Francisco, CA
San Francisco is a vibrant city that offers a lot of exciting things to do both within the city limits and in the surrounding areas. There's always something new to discover, from iconic landmarks [Read More]
7 Creative Ways To Display Wedding Hashtags On Your Special Day
Stirring up excitement for your big day and sharing your photos in real time is easy when you use a unique and memorable wedding hashtag. However, creating an “epic” hashtag can be challenging because [Read More]
Zero Waste Wedding Reception Ideas
Beautiful Zero-Waste Wedding Reception Ideas Congratulations, you’re getting married! If you are planning your big day, but dreading the amount of waste your reception might create, don’t panic. You can have your dream wedding [Read More]
Meagan + Jared
Photography: Monica Krystal Photography
Brittany + Zachary
Photography: sweetbay photography [Read More]
Tatiana + Aurelio
Photography: @silverseasweddings
Sarah + Parker
Photography: @imageisfound
Chelsea + Gary
Photography: @michelleangeliphoto
Liz + Matt
Photography by Shine Photography
Audrey + Hunter
Photography by Tylar Delegeane
Nick + Paige
Photography by Carissa Graham
Best Engagement Photo Locations in Southern California
Engagement photos and your proposal are very important aspects for the future of your relationship. For those of you all who love the outdoors, I have great news for you - California is [Read More]
Alyssa + Jeff (A Tinder Love Story)
YOUR LOVE STORY... "We met on Tinder! Haha. Met in 2016, engaged in [Read More]
Gabrielle + Tom
Planner: Stacey Goods Events Caterer: A Guy and His Grill Bakery: Nothing Bundt Cakes Bartending: This [Read More]
Mike Scharf and Bonita Kam
Bonita was working as [Read More]
Madelyn Welsh and Paul Micevych
Planner: Lacey Davis Caterer: A Guy [Read More]
Extraordinary Small Wedding Reception Ideas
So you're getting married and want to have a small wedding, that's great! A small wedding can be a beautiful, intimate event. It's unique and personal, with less of the stress that comes with [Read More]
Questions to Ask a Venue Before Taking a Tour
Here are some common FAQs from WeddingWire for wedding venues and our answers. There are many sources of information on the web to help you plan your wedding. We thought we’d answer some of [Read More]
The Top 16 Questions You Need to Answer on Your Wedding Website FAQ
Plus 7 Essential Post-Covid FAQs Wedding websites are a great way to save time and stress as you spread the word about your upcoming event. Your website should provide your loved ones with [Read More]
Find the Perfect Wedding Color Palette
What colors should you pick for your wedding? It's a question we all ask ourselves at some point. The answer is not always straightforward, and there are so many factors to consider: What will [Read More]
7 Ways Your Wedding Can End Friendships
There's a secret that no one tells you when your SO pops the question; you're might lose a friend or two before the big day. There are so many reasons for this that we'll [Read More]
How to Pick the Best Maid of Honor for Your Wedding Day
Picking the maid of honor for your wedding day can be a difficult decision. There are many factors to consider, and you want to make sure that person is someone who will be there [Read More]
The Pros and Cons of Children at Your Wedding
Whether or not to include kids is one of those decisions that can be a tough call because there is no correct answer. I want to walk through both sides and give you enough [Read More]
Elevate Your Bay Area Wedding: Why Discerning Couples Choose MHE
Planning the perfect wedding can be a daunting task, especially when you're searching for a venue that epitomizes timeless elegance, serene beauty, and convenience. If you're a Bay Area couple in search [Read More]
Incredible Mendocino Wedding Venues at Mountain House Estate in CA
Looking for the best Mendocino wedding venues that perfectly blend rustic elegance with breathtaking natural beauty? Your search ends here at nearby Mountain House Estate! Address: 38000 CA-128 Cloverdale, CA 95425 Picture [Read More]
Our Favorite Vineyard Tours and Wineries in Wine Country
Our Venue is Located Near Some of the Best Winegrowing Regions Our Sonoma / Mendocino wedding venue is close to one of the best winegrowing regions in the world. Take a look at [Read More]
11 Important Questions to Ask Wedding Venues
Your wedding venue is likely the first (and most important) choice for your wedding day. What look and style do you want to achieve on your wedding day? Your venue is one of the [Read More]
Our Best Advice for Serving Alcohol at Your Wedding
Did you know that most weddings don’t serve hard liquor? We allow hard liquor at Mountain House Estate. The choice is yours to make, but there are some things you need to know. Our [Read More]
10 Things You Must Think About Before Getting Married
Before you run start searching for venues or planners, here are ten things you must consider before marriage. Relationships are beautiful, troubling, emotional, and downright complicated. Every relationship is different. And many married [Read More]
Top 10 Video Games for Couples
Why Playing Games Will Strengthen Your Relationship Top 10 Fun Game Options for Soon-To-Be Married Couples Below are some of the best games to play, including top romantic couple games for an at-home [Read More]
DIY Creative Wedding Guest Book Ideas
After your wedding day is over, nothing will serve as a sentimental remembrance of the day better than a guestbook. Although the guestbook isn't as critical as the photos, it's still pretty important [Read More]
6 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Get Engaged
Whether you’ve been together for a month or a year, when you meet “the one,” you’ll know. When you’re in love, it’s an indescribable gut feeling. And while you may have marriage on [Read More]
Petaluma Wedding Venues: 40-Acre Haven at Mountain House
@mountainhouseestate A magical 15 seconds of love captured at the Oak Tree Terrace at Mountain House Estate. Team Vendors. Photography// @myonelove Videography// @shutterandsound Planning + Design// @staceygoodsfarmandevents Catering+Staffing// @sonomacountycatering Cakes+Desserts// @flourandbloomcakes Bartending// @alilsomethinsweet Photobooth// [Read More]
Why You Need Security On Your Wedding Day
Why You Need Security for Your Wedding The short answer is, “It’s for your protection and the protection of your wedding day.” But here’s the longer answer, and when you’re finished reading this, you’ll [Read More]
Breathtaking Santa Rosa Wedding Venues at Mountain House Estate, CA
Are you dreaming of picturesque Santa Rosa wedding venues in the heart of California wine country? Welcome to Mountain House Estate, where we turn dream weddings into a reality against the stunning [Read More]
Mountain House Estate: Calistoga Wedding Venues and Northern California
Mountain House Estate is a prime choice when searching for Calistoga wedding venues. Mountain House Estate is close to the Bay, Napa, and Sonoma and offers so much built-in value incomparable to other venues. [Read More]
Bodega Bay Wedding Venues
Plus a list of Bodega Bay Wedding Venues and Distance from Healdsburg to Other California Regions Wedding planning and finding the right wedding venue in Sonoma wine country is a huge task. Traveling [Read More]
Fort Bragg Wedding Venues
Mountain House Estate is a short 85 miles from Fort Bragg, CA. If you're searching for Fort Bragg wedding venues, you might consider looking at Mountain House Estate for a better overall experience. When [Read More]
Albion, CA Wedding Venues
Traveling up the gorgeous Highway 101, Mountain House Estate is 1 hr 21 mins drive (60 miles) from Albion, CA. When you book your wedding at Mountain House Estate, you get the best of both [Read More]
17 Telltale Signs He’s Going to Propose | Mountain House
Are you wondering if your special someone is about to pop the question? I've been there! After going through it myself and talking to tons of newly engaged friends, I've picked up on 17 [Read More]
2 Incredible San Francisco Wedding Venues
Searching for San Francisco wedding venues? You've found the right spot if you're searching for a rustic venue within two hours of the Bay Area! Welcome to Mountain House Estate, home to THE best [Read More]
7 Best Healdsburg Wedding Venues & Spaces | Mountain House
Hey there, lovebirds or party planners! Are you dreaming of tying the knot in beautiful Healdsburg, California? I've got you covered. As someone who's been in the wedding biz for years, I'm here to [Read More]
Geyserville Wedding Venues
A Look at the Some Geyserville Wedding Venues and Distance from Geyserville to Other California Regions Traveling up the gorgeous Highway 101, Mountain House Estate is a short 12-min drive (10 miles) from [Read More]
3 Gorgeous Cloverdale Wedding Venues
Welcome to our guide on gorgeous Cloverdale wedding venues! Nestled in the heart of California's picturesque Sonoma County, Cloverdale offers a charming and idyllic backdrop for couples looking to tie the knot in a truly [Read More]
6 Reasons to Have a Weekday Wedding
If you’ve been forced to postpone your wedding due to COVID-19 at Mountain House Estate, or at any other California wedding venue, we are truly sorry from the bottom of our hearts. We wish [Read More]
13 Amazing Traditional Wedding Vows That Will Inspire Yours
Vows are promises the couple makes to each other and pledge to keep throughout their marriage. They can be found in practically all religions and faiths, and are deep-rooted to many different cultures and [Read More]
Part 3: The Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist (The Final Week to After Your Wedding)
The Final Week Hunt down any RSVP stragglers and deliver your final headcount to your wedding venue. Most California wedding venues need you to deliver your final headcount at least 14 days before your [Read More]
Part 2: The Ultimate Month-by-Month Wedding Planning Checklist (5 – 1 Months Out)
5 Months Out Book transportation for your guests Some California wedding venues have parking; others do not. Hint: we have lots of parking at Mountain House Estate. But another question to ask yourself is, [Read More]
Part 1: The Ultimate Month-by-Month Wedding Planning Checklist (12 – 6 Months Out)
Planning your wedding can be an overwhelming and daunting task. But with the help of your wedding planner and this month-by-month wedding planning checklist below, you will minimize the stress and experience the satisfaction [Read More]
101 Romantic Wedding Vows That’ll Inspire Your Love | MHE
I've been to more weddings than I can count. And you know what? The vows are always my favorite part. There's something magical about two people promising their love to each other. But writing [Read More]
Alcohol Recommendations for Your Wedding
We want you to have a stress-free wedding at our Sonoma County Wedding Venue. We want you to have a spectacular wedding with beautiful memories and, most importantly, no drama. Unfortunately, we’ve had dozens [Read More]
What Could Go Wrong if I Do Not Hire a Wedding Planner?
What Could Go Wrong if I Do Not Hire a Wedding Planner? Planning a wedding is no easy feat. But you'll have a smoother time with a wedding planner Mendocino. [Read More]
Top 21 Tips for Choosing Your Dream Wedding Dress
Top 21 Tips for Choosing Your Dream Wedding Dress Everything you need to find that special dress for your wedding day Your wedding [Read More]
Wedding Venue with Lodging and Hotel Rooms in Sonoma Wine Country
What to consider when choosing a wedding venue with lodging in Northern California When choosing a wedding venue with lodging in Northern California, there are a few things to consider. Firstly, you should consider [Read More]
How to Throw an After Party for Your Wedding
How to Throw an After Party for Your Wedding And Party Until the Wee Hours! What’s an After Party? It’s a party held [Read More]
Allseated
Planning The Seating For Your Wedding To help you plan your event, Mountain House Estate has teamed up with All Seated so that you, your wedding planner, and wedding caterer, may create a chair, [Read More]
5 Big Advantages of Tiny Weddings and Small Wedding Venues
A micro wedding could be your dream wedding. Micro wedding packages at small wedding venues aren’t going away anytime soon. Many people abandon the idea that a wedding must be a big production. It’s [Read More]
Veronica and Ben Tie the Knot
Veronica & Ben's Pastel-Themed Wedding Nature Wedding Venue Northern California Vendors Photography: Kreate Photography Planner: Brannan Events Florals: Front Porch Farms Hair [Read More]
A California Destination Wedding at Mountain House Estate
A California Destination Wedding at Mountain House Estate Look Beyond California Wedding Venues in Southern California to Find Hidden Gems Create a destination experience for your wedding party. [Read More]
A Chill in the Air: Winter Wedding Venues in California
If you're preparing for your upcoming wedding and you desire something extraordinary, fun, romantic, and rustic, then a winter wedding in California's wine country might be your perfect choice. Winter weddings in [Read More]
Romantic, Rustic and Relaxed
Romantic, Rustic and Relaxed These high school sweethearts married on their 15th anniversary at our in a rustic and relaxed style – rustic barn wedding venues California. [Read More]
Love, Laughter and Happily Ever After
From the first time we met Chelsea and Gary, it was easy to see how in love they are and how much [Read More]
Food Trucks at Your Wine Country Wedding
San Francisco Food Truck Wedding & Bay Area Food Truck Catering Wedding Mountain House Estate is one of the few Sonoma county wedding venues that can host a food truck reception. As a matter [Read More]
The Best Places to Propose in California
photo credit: Willow + Ben From the Golden Gate Bridge to Joshua Tree National Park, here are our favorite engagement photo locations. For many people, [Read More]
Spontaneous Dance Party at Spring Wine Country Wedding
High School Sweethearts Wed at Our Sonoma County Wedding Venue Katie and Nate hosted a whimsical farm-to-table, non-traditional Jewish wedding at our Sonoma county wedding venue. [Read More]
Oak Tree Terrace
The Oak Tree Terrace Ceremony Spot The Oak Tree Terrace – Our Most Popular Ceremony Spot and a Favorite Among Outdoor Wedding Venues Northern California Mountain House Estate [Read More]
Get Ready
Northern California Wedding Venue Bridal Suite Groom Lounge For couples coming to wine country for a destination wedding weekend, a place to get ready for your big day is a necessity. A ready room [Read More]
What the World Needs Now | Gay Wedding Venues California
If you've been searching for the perfect gay wedding venue in Nevada, Hawaii, Oregon, Cape Cod, Georgia, Denver, Missouri, Ohio, Texas, Florida, North Carolina, or Massachusetts, you know how challenging it can be to [Read More]
Your Wine Country Wedding Weekend
Sonoma Wine Country We know that when your wedding guests join you at Mountain House Estate, they are looking to stay for an entire wedding weekend. Our Mountain House Estate team is always happy [Read More]
Fall Wedding at Mountain House Estate
This past fall Paige and Shane exchanged their wedding vows at our beautiful Mountain House Estate. It was one of the most gorgeous fall wine country weddings. The weather here has average highs of [Read More]
