You’ll Love Your Mendocino Wedding Experience at Mountain House Estate

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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