You’ll Love Your Mendocino Wedding Experience at Mountain House Estate
Table of Contents:
- Mountain House Estate Highlights
- Recent Photos
- Services, Amenities, and Inclusions
- Our Top 10 Mendo Activities
- Contact
Whether you’re from the Bay Area, Sonoma, or further from Northern California, you can still have a “destination wedding” getaway in Mendocino county. Our venue has so much to offer, and so does the surrounding area. This blog will highlight Mendocino wedding couples’ favorite features about Mountain House Estate and our favorite local activities.
Mountain House Estate is a family-run property conveniently located in Mendocino County in Northern California. If you’re searching for Mendocino wedding venues, you might consider looking at our private estate for the best wedding experience.
– 40 private acres with rolling hills & redwood/oak trees
– your wedding, your way. byob & byo vendors (including food trucks)
– outdoor and indoor ceremony and reception locations
– gorgeous dressing suites
– custom-designed lighting, decor & rentals
– unlimited photo opportunities
When you book our wedding venue, you’ll benefit from our 40 rolling acres, Redwood forests, garden, and 100-year-old ancient Oak trees, beautiful fire pits, ceremony & dining chairs, dining tables, recycled wine barrel bistro tables, cocktail tables, market umbrellas, patio furniture, and starry lighting to set the mood.
Why wedding couples love our outdoor Mendocino wedding venues
Our rustic wedding venue has elegant, timeless indoor and outdoor spaces that create gorgeous photo opportunities. And not to mention multiple ceremony and reception locations to choose from.
Your wedding weekend or an intimate elopement
Our Ten Favorite Mendocino CA County activities to plan around your wedding
When you get married at Mountain House Estate, you not only get to benefit from our gorgeous property but also the inland and Mendocino CA coast activities.
Mendocino County is more like waves, wine, and woods. If you’re looking for a relaxed, laid-back, and local vibe without a Mcdonald’s in sight (and gorgeous ocean views of the Pacific Ocean – P.S. visit Glass Beach!), you’ll want to pay a visit to Mendocino County.
It evokes that warm fuzzy feeling – and maybe that’s why we call it California’s Cozy Coast, or Mendo Mellow. From farm-fresh produce to wine tastings and breaking your neck to look at the tallest Redwood forests’ trees, here are our ten favorite Mendocino County activities from us and our top wedding planner advisers to partake in before or after you wed at our venue.
1. Start your journey with a scenic cruise down Highway 128.
From San Francisco, this scenic byway features rolling hills and some of the world’s tallest trees (Redwood forests and Oak trees). And best yet, this winding road leads you right to Mountain House Estate, in the Yorkville Highlands AVA – bring on the wine tasting!
2. Taste organic wines at Yorkville Cellars
Certified organic since 1986, this small-lot winery. If you get a chance to visit, ask for a blind tasting of their Bordeaux varietals – it’s an interactive and intimate tasting room experience.
- You can reserve a tasting here.
- P.S. If you get to meet Kevin, ask him how he became the “rockin’ shepherd.”
3. Indulge your sweet tooth at Paysanne in Boonville, CA.
If old-fashioned charm is your thing, you need to visit Paysanne. From colorful candy to organic ice cream scoops, locally roasted espresso, and baked goods made with love from Chloe at the local Boonville hotel, we think you’ll be able to satisfy your sweet tooth and take a few treats on the road with you to snack on later.
4. Take a farm tour at Pennyroyal Farm.
You can’t miss Pennyroyal Farm when visiting Mendocino County – it’s cheese is featured at many local businesses. So while you’re in the area, be sure to take a guided tour of their farmstead creamery and vineyard. The tour includes a walkthrough of their fully solar-powered barn to meet some of their friends and learn about their integrative methods behind their artisanal wine and cheese. And the best part? You get to indulge in a wine and cheese tasting at the end of it!
Note: tours are currently postponed but will be back.
5. Have a rustic and refined dining experience on a rural backroad.
Chef Janelle Weaver and her partner Daniel founded the Bewildered Pig in their 1978 Volkswagen Westfalia. They stumbled upon the most idyllic spot in an old loggers’ bar and general store “At the Townsend” in the quaint village of Philo, CA (located in Anderson Valley AVA in Mendocino County). Weaver has a knack for conjuring the most unexpected dishes, making this a must-visit culinary destination along your Mendocino CA County trip.
There are lots of cozy restaurants along Highway 101, and you won’t be short of finding somewhere special!
6. Strain your neck to view the Redwoods at Hendy Woods State Park.
Hendy Woods State Park protects two groves of towering redwoods, some more than 300 feet tall and over 1,000 years old. Stretch your legs out on five miles of trails to take in the fresh air and marvel at the fern-filled forest.
7. Stroll through Mendocino Village and tackle your fear of heights at Mendocino Headlands State Park.
You can’t ignore the New England vibes of Mendocino Village. It’s where the “Murder She Wrote” TV show with Angela Lansbury was filmed (ask your Mom). This village features whimsical shops and galleries while you can hear the waves softly crashing against the cliffs. Grab an ice cream from Frankie’s (made from mushrooms , how cool is that?) and head over to Mendocino Headlands State Park. Gentle trails, rugged coastline, and sequestered beaches envelop the charming Mendocino Village on three sides. Miles of trails weave along the cliffs, giving you panoramic views of sea caves and hidden grottos.
- Get the latest info and updates from Frankie’s here.
- Read more about the park’s latest news and updates here.
8. Paddle off those calories and befriend a few otters and seals.
If you’re feeling full from your wine, cheese, artisanal lunch, ice cream, and other delicacies we recommended in this itinerary, a canoe trip along The Big River may be just the thing to prevent your impending food coma. In the summertime and at dusk or early evening, pulling your paddle through the water will stir up blooms of glowing plankton. And if you’re paddling earlier in the day, you’ll be sure to float amongst river otters, harbor seals, and great blue herons.
9. Hop aboard the world-famous Skunk Train.
If you want an up-close view of old-growth redwoods, scenic trestle bridges, historic tunnels, and panoramic views of the Noyo River Canyon, step aboard the Skunk Train.
Fun fact: Back when motorcars were introduced (AKA railcars), gasoline (fuel) combined with crude oil (which was burned to keep passengers warm) created a very pungent smell. Thus, it was nicknamed “Skunk,” and although the scent doesn’t stick around today, the nickname did.
10. Take in the views at Point Arena Lighthouse
Located on one of the most beautiful roads – California Highway 1, the Point Area Lighthouse is a must-visit because of its longstanding history and postcard-perfect views. This 115-foot lighthouse towers over a dramatic bluff that drops into the Pacific Ocean’s whitecaps.
BONUS 11. Soak and relax at the Orr Hot Springs.
Situated between Mendocino and Ukiah, this resort sits on 27 acres, featuring springs at the Big River’s headwaters. Clothing is optional, but those who are more modest bring a robe and head over to the creekside clawfoot tubs. But our advice? Relax, it’s Mendo Mello. These hot springs are frequented mostly by body-pos hippies .
Have you been to Mendocino CA County, or are you planning on it? Are you dreaming of a Northern California wedding? Do you need help in planning activities around your wedding day? Reach out to us, and we’re happy to give you our best advice and tips.
Wedding Venues Mendocino County Ca – Northern California
If you’re searching for wedding venues in Mendocino County CA and Fort Bragg, Mountain House Estate is the top-rated wedding venue in California. But, there are many other wedding venues if your heart isn’t set on our Redwood and Oak forests, rolling hills, and picturesque gardens.
How much does it cost to get married in Mendocino County?
Your Mendocino wedding can cost you anywhere between $500-$500,000. There is such a broad spectrum and it is hard to tell you without knowing how many guests you’ll have, as well as other factors such as a sit-down rehearsal dinner. Most wedding couples at Mountain House Estate spend between $35,000-$100,000 on their wedding – all-inclusive.
Other Wedding Venues in Mendocino – North/Mendocino Coast Coast
Can’t live without your wedding venue being on the Mendocino/North Coast, overlooking the Pacific Ocean? Is your heart set on Fort Bragg? Or you’re looking for a venue on the Navarro River? There are so many Mendocino wedding venues to choose from.
We aren’t a Mendocino wedding venue with beach ocean views, so if that is a must-have for you, try checking out some other Mendocino wedding venues/locations for your destination wedding.
Albion River Inn
Address: 3790 CA-1, Albion, CA 95410
Phone: (707) 937-1919
Friends of the Ledford House Restaurant
Address: 3000 CA-1, Albion, CA 95410
Phone: (707) 937-0282
The Albion Schoolhouse
3930 Albion Little River Rd.
Albion, CA
The Farm Mendocino
Address: 32551 Albion Ridge Rd, Albion, CA 95410
Mendocino Bay Overlook
Address: 1000 Brewery Gulch Rd, Mendocino, CA 95460
Boonville Hotel
Address: 14050 CA-128, Boonville, CA 95415
Phone: (707) 895-2210
Buckner Mountain Estate
8851 Raven S Pike Road , Boonville , CA
Mill Creek Retreat Weddings
Address: 2501 Holmes Ranch Rd, Philo, CA 95466
Areas served: Mendocino County
Phone: (707) 972-9669
The Land
Address: 18501 Van Zandt Resort Rd, Philo, CA 95466
Phone: (415) 830-1478
Toll House Inn at Bell Valley
Address: 12378 Boonville Rd, Boonville, CA 95415
Phone: (707) 895-2572
Bell Valley Retreat
Address: 12378 Boonville Rd, Boonville, CA 95415
Phone: (707) 895-2572
Testa Vineyards
Address: 6400 N State St, Calpella, CA 95418
Phone: (707) 485-7051
Caspar Community Center
Address: 15051 Caspar Rd Box 84, Caspar, CA 95420
Phone: (707) 964-4997
Fortunate Farm
Located in: Jug Handle State Natural Reserve
Address: 15401 CA-1, Caspar, CA 95420
Phone: (707) 962-4149
Jug Handle Creek Farm
Located in: Jug Handle State Natural Reserve
Address: 15501 CA-1, Caspar, CA 95420
Phone: (707) 357-0783
The Highlands Estate
Address: 33430 CA-128, Cloverdale, CA 95425
Phone: (707) 894-9500
Elk Cove Inn
Address: 6300 CA-1, Elk, CA 95432
Phone: (707) 877-3321
Greenwood Pier Inn
**Permanently Closed**
Address: 5928 CA-1, Elk, CA 95432
Phone: (707) 877-3800
Cuffey’s Cove Ranch
Address: 4801 Shoreline Hwy, Elk, CA 95432
Phone: (707) 780-1979
Holly’s Ocean Meadow
Address: 18274 CA-1, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens
Address: 18220 CA-1, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Phone: (707) 964-4352
Skunk Train
Address: 299 E Commercial St, Willits, CA 95490
Phone: (707) 964-6371
Pacific Star Winery
Address: 33000 CA-1, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Phone: (707) 972-0344
Weller House
Address: 524 Stewart St, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Phone: (707) 964-4415
The Nye Ranch
**Temporarily Closed**
Address: 23300 N. Highway 1, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Phone: (530) 964-0939
The Inn at Newport Ranch
Address: 31502 CA-1, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Phone: (707) 962-4818
Ocean View Lodge
Address: 1141 N Main St, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Phone: (707) 964-1951
Gualala Arts Center
Address: 46501 Old Stage Rd, Gualala, CA 95445
Phone: (707) 884-1138
Mar Vista Cottages
Address: 35101 CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445
Phone: (707) 884-3522
North Coast Country Inn
**Permanently Closed**
Address: 34591 CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445
Phone: (707) 510-1175
St. Orres
Address: 36601 CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445
Phone: (707) 884-3335
Whale Watch Inn
Address: 35100 CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445
Phone: (800) 942-5342
Warner Ocean Point
Address: 32250 CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445
Phone: (707) 328-6532
Brutocao Contento Vineyard
Address: 2300 Hwy 175, Hopland, CA 95449
Phone: (707) 744-1066
Brutocao Schoolhouse Plaza
Address: 13500 US-101, Hopland, CA 95449
Phone: (707) 744-2000
Campovida
Address: 13601 Old River Rd, Hopland, CA 95449
Phone: (707) 744-8797
Cobble Creek Ranch
Address: 487 Cobble Creek Ln, Heber City, UT 84032
Phone: (760) 975-1511
Emerald Pharms & Real Goods Solar Living Center
Address: 13771 US-101, Hopland, CA 95449
Phone: (707) 669-4819
Jaxon Keys Winery
Address: 10400 US-101, Hopland, CA 95449
Phone: (707) 462-6666
Jeriko Winery Estate
Address: 12141 Hewlitt & Sturtevant Rd, Hopland, CA 95449
Phone: (707) 744-1140
Red Barn Ranch
Address: 16181 Mountain House Rd, Hopland, CA 95449
Phone: (707) 272-0611
Saracina Vineyards
Address: 11684 US-101, Hopland, CA 95449
Phone: (707) 670-0199
Solar Living Center
**Temporarily Closed**
Address: 13771 US-101, Hopland, CA 95449
Phone: (707) 472-2403
Terra Savia
Address: 14160 Mountain House Rd, Hopland, CA 95449
Phone: (707) 744-1114
Weibel Family Vineyards
Address: 9 N School St, Lodi, CA 95240
Phone: (209) 370-6013
Black Oak Ranch
Address: US-101, Laytonville, CA 95454
Phone: (707) 200-8136
Mendocino Magic
Address: 3000 Branscomb Rd, Laytonville, CA 95454
Phone: (415) 847-0439
Redwoods River Resort
Address: 75000 US-101, Leggett, CA 95585
Phone: (707) 925-6249
Mendocino Woodlands State Park
9350 Little Lake Road, Mendocino County
Heritage House Resort
Address: 5200 CA-1, Little River, CA 95456
Phone: (707) 202-9000
Inn at Schoolhouse Creek
Address: 7051 CA-1, Little River, CA 95456
Phone: (707) 937-5525
Little River Inn
Address: 7751 CA-1, Little River, CA 95456
Phone: (707) 937-5942
Mendocino Inn
8205 N. Hwy 1
Little River, CA 95456
(707) 937-0083
Mallory House – The Little River Inn
Address: 7751 CA-1, Little River, CA 95456
Phone: (707) 937-5942
Spring Ranch
Address: 8475 North, CA-1, Little River, CA 95456
Phone: (415) 760-3432
Agate Cove Inn
Address: 11201 Lansing St, Mendocino, CA 95460
Phone: (707) 937-0551
Mendocino Grove
Address: 9500, 9601 CA-1, Mendocino, CA 95460
Phone: (707) 880-7710
Sea View Gardens
Address: 45415 S Caspar Dr, Mendocino, CA 95460
Phone: (800) 942-6300
Stanford Inn by the Sea
Address: POB 487, 44850 Comptche Ukiah Rd, Mendocino, CA 95460
Phone: (707) 937-5615
Crown Hall Inc
Address: 45285 Ukiah St, Mendocino, CA 95460
Phone: (707) 937-0672
Brewery Gulch Inn
Address: 9401 CA-1, Mendocino, CA 95460
Phone: (800) 578-4454
Hill House Inn
Address: 10701 Palette Dr, Mendocino, CA 95460
Phone: (707) 937-0554
Mendocino Crown Hall
Address: 45285 Ukiah St, Mendocino, CA 95460
Phone: (707) 937-0672
Mendocino Hotel
45080 Main St, Mendocino, CA 95460
707) 937-0511
Mendocino Woodlands Camp
Address: 39350 Little Lake Rd, Mendocino, CA 95460
Phone: (707) 937-5755
Ellie’s Farmhouse at Heartwood Mendocino
Address: 40500 Little Lake Rd, Mendocino, CA 95460
Point Cabrillo Light Station
Address: 13800 Point Cabrillo Dr, Mendocino, CA 95460
Phone: (707) 937-6123
Camp Navarro
Address: 901 Masonite Industrial Rd, Navarro, CA 95463
Phone: (707) 633-3020
Rivers Bend Retreat Center
Address: 18450 Ray’s Rd, Philo, CA 95466
Phone: (707) 895-3990
Farm Stay Inn at Blackbird Farm
Address: 18601 Van Zandt Resort Rd, Philo, CA 95466
Phone: (626) 319-6350
Goldeneye Winery
Address: 9200 CA-128, Philo, CA 95466
Phone: (707) 895-3202
Indian Creek Inn
Address: 9050 CA-128, Philo, CA 95466
Phone: (707) 895-3861
Lula Cellars
Address: 2800 Guntly Rd, Philo, CA 95466
Phone: (707) 895-3737
Philo Apple Farm
Address: 18501 Philo Greenwood Rd, Philo, CA 95466
Phone: (707) 621-0335
The Brambles
Address: 8800 CA-128, Philo, CA 95466
Wild Iris Retreat
Address: 20500 Tumbling McD Rd, Philo, CA 95466
Phone: (707) 339-8250
The Madrones
Address: 9000 CA-128, Philo, CA 95466
Phone: (707) 895-2955
B. Bryan Preserve
Address: 130 Riverside Dr, Point Arena, CA 95468
Phone: (707) 882-2297
Casari Ranch
Address: 14390 CA-1, Valley Ford, CA 94972
Phone: (707) 876-1908
Oz Farm
Address: 41601 Mountain View Rd, Manchester, CA 95459
Phone: (707) 882-3046
Point Arena Lighthouse
Address: 45500 Lighthouse Rd, Point Arena, CA 95468
Phone: (707) 882-2809 ext. 1
Oak Granary
Address: 12901 Eel River Rd, Potter Valley, CA 95469
Barra of Mendocino Winery
Address: 7051 N State St, Redwood Valley, CA 95470
Phone: (707) 485-0322
Leonard Lake Reserve
Address: 8001 Reeves Canyon Rd, Redwood Valley, CA 95470
Phone: (707) 376-8621
Wine Country Villa Destino
PO Box 938, Redwood Valley, CA 95470
Chiarito Vineyard
Address: 2651 Mill Creek Rd, Ukiah, CA 95482
Phone: (707) 462-7146
Mendocino Farmhouse
Address: 43410 Comptche Ukiah Road, Olson Ln, Mendocino, CA 95460
Phone: (707) 937-0241
Seebass Vineyards
14077 Highway 128
Boonville, California 95415
707-895-9378
Bartlett Hall
A 3-min walk from Union Square, San Francisco
Address: 242 O’Farrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone: (415) 433-4332
Lake Mendocino Event Center
Address: 1500 Lake Mendocino Dr, Ukiah, CA 95482
Phone: (707) 485-8474
Mendocino Hill Event Center
**Permanently Closed**
Address: 9801 Old River Rd, Hopland, CA 95449
Phone: (707) 433-2747
Mendocino Lake Event Center
Address: 1500 Lake Mendocino Dr, Ukiah, CA 95482
Phone: (707) 485-8474
Nelson Family Vineyards
Address: 550 Nelson Ranch Rd, Ukiah, CA 95482
Phone: (707) 462-3755
Orr Hot Springs
Address: 13201 Orr Springs Rd, Ukiah, CA 95482
Phone: (707) 462-6277
Shambhala Ranch
Address: 21200 Orr Springs Rd, Ukiah, CA 95482
Phone: (707) 937-3341
The Terrace House
Orr Springs Road
Ukiah, CA 94548
Yokayo Ranch
Address: 800 Hensley Creek Rd, Ukiah, CA 95482
Phone: (707) 376-8977
Switzer Farm
Address: 36700 CA-1, Westport, CA 95488
Phone: (707) 409-0383
Westport Beach RV
Address: 37700 CA-1, Westport, CA 95488
Phone: (707) 964-2964
Westport Hotel
Address: 38921 CA-1, Westport, CA 95488
Phone: (707) 964-3688
Seabiscuit Heritage Foundation – Ridgewood Ranch
11725 Orchard Lane
Willits, CA 95490
707.391.3872
Brooktrails Lodge
24675 Birch St. Willits, CA 95490
707-459-1596
OakHorn Ranch Weddings
**Temporarily Closed**
Address: 3880 Canyon Rd #8795, Willits, CA 95490
Phone: (707) 459-1464
Camp Noyo
Noyo River Basin
Phone: (707) 888-9191
Emandal – A Farm On The River
Address: 16500 Hearst-Post Office Rd, Willits, CA 95490
Phone: (707) 459-5439
Groundswell Institute
**Permanently Closed**
Address: 18500 CA-128, Yorkville, CA 95494
Phone: (707) 901-7059
Le Vin Winery & Inn
Address: 33151 CA-128, Yorkville, CA 95494
Phone: (707) 494-0314
Redwood House
The Heritage House Resort & Spa
5200 N Hwy 1, Little River, CA 95456, United States
Reservations: +1 (877) 828-7080
Hotel Direct: +1 (707) 202-9000
Elope Mendocino
No physical location. This is a wedding coordinating and planning service for the Mendocino area.
Noyo Harbor Inn
Address: Main Building, 500 Casa Del Noyo, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Phone: (707) 961-8000
Ukiah Valley Conference Center
Address: 200 S School St, Ukiah, CA 95482
Phone: (707) 463-6700
Bramasole – India Weddings
1241 University Road, Hopland,California, USA
7072398447
