Views of the Bay Surrounded by Redwoods
AWARD WINNER (3X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
It's love at First Sight.
When experiencing The Mountain Terrace, the rest of the world seemingly disappears. Stunning, natural beauty. Majestic redwoods. Mature oak trees. Sprawling meadow offering breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay and the East Bay Hills. Gorgeous redwood decks. Rustic and charming interiors. Expansive yet intimate. Perfect for romantic weddings or commitment ceremonies of any size. One visit and you'll know we're your type.
Celebrate your love and enchant your guests with your wedding ceremony on the expansive grassy meadow surrounded by towering redwood trees with views of the San Francisco Bay. Then take advantage of the wide array of photo opportunities on the property while guests savor the delicious hors d'oeuvres and beverages prepared and served by the experienced on-site catering team. The Mountain Terrace also boasts a gorgeous redwood deck with a seasonal tent, ideal for enjoying a delightful dinner with your guests at any time of year. The lodge offers an alternate dining space, wood floor for dancing the night away, distinguished antique wood bar and picture windows with views of the gorgeous outdoor amenities. Don't worry, you don't have to choose between these amazing backdrops for your celebration as the facility rental includes exclusive use of the entire property.
All ceremony and facility setup and clean up, as well as food and beverage service are handled by The Mountain Terrace's expert events team. Event services offered include the following:
- 8 hour rental (including 2 hours of set up, 5 hour event and 1 hour of clean up) with the option of adding overtime
- Event planning support
- Menu tasting and menu customization
- Tables, chairs and tableware for 250 wedding guests
- Wedding rentals
- Ceremony arbor
- Full bar with various package options
- Bridal suite
- Ample parking (with parking attendants to greet your guests upon arrival)
- Seasonal Tent over the decks
- Setup and cleanup
- Food and Beverage service staff
- On-site Banquet Manager
- Wedding Coordination (option)
- On-site accommodations for family and wedding party (option)
The Mountain Terrace is a stunning retreat, just minutes from Silicon Valley. Conveniently located but leaving you and your guests feeling like you are worlds away.
Woman-owned Business
+23 years in business
Speaks English, Spanish
10 team members
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception:
$2,500
Ceremony:
$2,000
Bar services:
$36 per person
Catering:
Contact for price
Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees. Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 300
Settings
Backyard
Garden
Historic Venue
Mountain
Park
Tented
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Planning
Food & Catering
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Tents
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Reviews
4.7
out of 5.064 reviews
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Mountain Terrace is highly recommended for weddings, praised for its beautiful setting surrounded by redwoods creating a magical atmosphere. The onsite chef receives accolades for exceptional food quality, and the staff, including coordinators Caren and Anastasia, are commended for their attentiveness and professionalism. Reviewers appreciate the clear communication, transparent pricing, helpfulness, and flexibility of the staff, making the wedding planning process smooth and stress-free. Guests rave about the delicious food, stunning views, and overall seamless execution of events, highlighting a memorable experience that exceeded expectations at Mountain Terrace.Review photos
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Jungha J
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5.0
8/29/2024
The Mountain Terrace made my wedding day just PERFECT. When we were trying to choose a wedding venue, having these three criteria fulfilled was important: responsible staff, beautiful space, and delicious food. The Mountain Terrace was just so perfect to fulfill these criteria.
Staff:
I had tons of small and big questions to ask via email. Caren, our communication point and wedding planner, always responded within 12 hours. Her answers were SO clear as well. It was a huge relief for me because I could plan my wedding with confidence promptly. She would also think ahead of me and save so much of my time. No words can describe how awesome she is!! The manager of the day was also so nice. He made sure that everything was on schedule and that we were feeling comfortable with what was happening. Every other staff we met was always ready to serve us and answer our questions with a smile🥹🥹 I wanted to say thank you to everyone who was working with us throughout my wedding prep and on the day of.
The space:
Many of our guests (almost 1/2 of them) were coming on the plane from different states and countries. Making sure they enjoyed every single view of the venue was crucial for us. And it was a success! So many of them (even our local guests) complimented how beautiful this venue was. The redwood trees just made my wedding day so magical. When I walked down the virgin road, I literally felt like I was walking into my dream that I had dreamt of since I was a little girl🥹🥹 The indoor space was so cute as well. I will never forget our first wedding dance on the floors surrounded by everyone.
The food:
It was truly THE BEST FOOD I'VE EVER HAD at any weddings I had ever been to!!!!!! Knowing our guests were coming from far places, we truly wanted to treat them well with good food. I also knew our guests were picky eaters and I am a big foodie. In my culture, there's a joke (but I consider it an adage), "Food is what's left in the wedding guests' hearts." TMT JUST NAILED IT. people just raved about the food all night!! My wedding was about two months ago, but I still hear people raving about the food.
A lot of my guests told me that it was the best wedding they had ever been to. Looking back on my wedding day, I can't stop smiling. It was a blessing to have found TMT to remember my wedding day extra special. Thank you so much, TMT!!
Vendor response 08/30/2024
Jungha, Responsible staff, beautiful space and delicious food—we love your criteria and ar...
e so happy to hear that we fulfilled our end of the bargain (can we make that our new marketing slogan 😊)! It’s wonderful to know that Caren was so communicative leading up to the wedding and that our wedding day team was helpful as well. And, Chef Benny takes so much pride in preparing celebratory meals and loves to fill bellies and hearts with delicious food. Thank you so much for your glowing review and for sharing your experience with future couples!
Danielle M
5.0
2/02/2025
A hidden gem.
My husband and I had our eyes set on having an outdoor redwood venue in the Bay Area. The Mountain Terrace was probably the 3rd venue we visited (overall, we ended up visiting over 20), and each time we visited a different venue, we couldn’t stop thinking about the first impression TMT left on us.
For starters - it is STUNNING. My favorite part was seeing everyone’s faces when they walked through the entrance. The vast open space, redwoods, and a glimpse of the skyline view was just the earthy-atmosphere we were looking for.
The food - this was a deal breaker for us. Our wedding was in October and I STILL have people messaging me about how they crave the food/apps served at our wedding… and that it had been the best tasting wedding meal they’ve had thus far, which I truly stand by. TMT banquet staff delivered, served and left no crumbs!! 10/10 perfection.
The staff - I could not give ENOUGH kudos to all the staff that had a handle in making our day so incredible. Shout-out to our banquet manager Juan - who went above and beyond in accommodating our guests with special requests. With the level of care they had, it truly felt like they treated each of us like family.
And Caren & Kristy - for helping a bride feel SANE throughout the wedding planning process… The amount of emails I sent Caren were probably in the triple digits, but she always responded within the day and was so informative/insightful each time. She also helped me find a better option for these chairs that I absolutely NEEDED - and they truly tied our Star Wars themed wedding together so well!!
Also an added plus - they have a suite/house around the corner that you can rent for your bridal party the night before/night of. This was a HUGE help to us as we were able to have our wedding party together for last minute DIYs and for get ready photos too. The home is newly renovated and was the perfect stay for the night of. Definitely recommended & 100% convenient!!
IN SHORT:
The catering was ELITE, the banquet staff & coordinators are professionals, and the venue views?!? 10/10.
If you're looking for an aesthetic outdoor venue that combines outstanding service, SUPERB catering and a truly enchanting atmosphere, TMT is the place to be. We couldn't have imagined a more perfect place to say, I do.
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Andrea C
5.0
10/31/2024
We hosted our wedding reception at Mountain Terrace and could not have been happier with our experience. The setting alone is absolutely gorgeous, but this venue does not assume its location is enough. Every interaction from the initial intake, the tasting (they have an INCREDIBLY talented onsite chef), the wedding coordination lead-up to the set-up and service for actual event was OUTSTANDING! Our guests were blown away by the venue, the food and the exceptional service. I cannot think of one thing I would do differently - if you are considering Mountain Terrace...BOOK IT NOW!
Vendor response 11/01/2024
Andrea, We could not ask for higher praise and sincerely appreciate you sharing your weddi...
ng experience! We value our amazing chef, sales and planning team, gorgeous location and most of all, our incredible clients who choose to celebrate with us and share their joy with their friends and families. Thank you for your unconditional recommendation.
Genevieve R
5.0
9/21/2024
As a wedding planner, I very much appreciated the team's attention to detail and quick responses--so important when the planning wheel is moving fast and furious! Caren in particular is on top of all the wedding details, and her day-of staff of Juan and Javier are at the top of their game. And the food! Best food we've had--rivaling meals provided by five-star venues we've worked with. Simply incredible. This is a true Bay Area gem of a venue: redwoods, plenty of room for lawn games, mingling, dancing... your guests will be wowed, and you will be glad to have this amazing team be a part of your event's success. 10/10 highly recommend. We can't wait to come back as a team to plan another wedding here!
Vendor response 09/21/2024
Genevieve, The feeling is mutual! We can’t wait for you to come back and plan another succ...
essful wedding with us. You and your team have a keen eye for detail and your ability to advocate for your clients while partnering with our venue team to create a beautiful wedding reception is a true skill. We look forward to teaming up with you in the future and will have another Chef Benny meal ready to nourish you mid-event!
Satyajeet P
5.0
8/20/2024
Absolutely gorgeous wedding venue in a prime location on Skyline! We had our wedding there in mid August. It was not too hot but also not too cold at night. All our guests told us that the venue was magical.
The staff was wonderful, including our coordinator, and the food was great. I only had amazing things to say about Kristy and everyone at TMT.
Vendor response 08/21/2024
Satyajeet, It was such a pleasure hosting your magical wedding this month! We appreciate y...
ou sharing your experience planning your wedding with Kristy and our Mountain Terrace team and offering your feedback on our delicious catering and gorgeous venue. Kristy is super organized and methodical- the perfect wedding day coordinator to implement a contingency plan when needed (along with our trusty generator), ensuring that we could still execute your celebration as planned. Thank you again for choosing to celebrate with us!
Alicyn O
5.0
5/17/2024
We loved working with the Mountain Terrace for our wedding! A big plus for us was the added service for wedding day-of coordination (which I highly recommend for a smooth wedding day! - shoutout to Anastasia!). The venue is gorgeous and does not need too many embellishments to give it that extra flare for a wedding day or other big party. It was very windy on the day of the event but the staff worked very hard to make sure our guests were comfortable. Everyone complimented on the professionalism and care of the entire staff. My clumsy party also broke so many glasses on the dance floor...but the bar manager and his staff were on top of everything, cleaning up the messes and ensuring everything was safe so quickly that it was like it had never happened! The best part of an event here is the food for sure. The in-house catering is so delicious. I wish it was a regular restaurant I could go back to over and over but on the other hand it's extra special that its for special events here only. Their pricing is also transparent unlike some other venues. We knew at all stages how much we were spending and how much extra add-ons would be. We highly recommend them.
Vendor response 05/17/2024
Alicyn, We truly appreciate the personalized shout out for Anastasia—we agree that she is ...
an awesome in-house wedding coordinator! Thank you for sharing your experience working with her on your wedding, our professional staff, delicious food and transparent pricing throughout the process. Thank you for choosing The Mountain Terrace for your celebration!
Caroline A
5.0
5/07/2024
We got married at Mountain Terrace in March. From start to finish, working with Mountain Terrace was a smooth experience. Caren and the team are very easy to work with, respond quickly to questions, and are knowledgeable and responsible. We loved the setting of the venue. The views are excellent, the redwood trees are atmospheric, and the covered patio and indoor space have a fancy rustic charm which was perfect for our wedding. Mountain Terrace has excellent food in house, and we appreciated not having to think about rentals, hiring staff, and catering/alcohol. The packages they offered fit our vision for our wedding well. The weather was not good on our wedding day, and the venue was really cozy in inclement weather and the team did everything they could to make the day run smoothly, despite the unexpected rain. Overall, we would strongly recommend getting married at Mountain Terrace and were thrilled with our wedding.
Vendor response 05/07/2024
Caroline, We are so glad to hear that everything went so well for your wedding, even with ...
the inclement weather (we agree that the venue is even cozier in the rain)! Thank you for sharing your positive wedding experience including the wedding package offerings, planning communication with Caren (she is amazing), atmospheric setting and delicious food. Thank you again for choosing to celebrate with us!
Elena K
5.0
4/08/2024
We absolutely LOVED having our wedding at The Mountain Terrace and working with our coordinator Anastasia!
The venue was a dream, I got butterflies every time I walked in the gate. I love the redwood trees and how natural the place feels, with the deck overlooking the view as well. As all other reviews note, the food was bomb and got so many compliments from our guests. The entire staff was so kind, the bartenders were great. Honestly no complaints, across the board we had zero regrets choosing TMT for our big day!
We also rented the house next door the night before and after the wedding, which was a perfect place for us and the wedding party to get ready, and for some family to stay up there overnight and avoid late-night drives down the mountain.
Extra shout-out to our coordinator Anastasia as well! She was super useful ahead of the big day, providing tons of resources for our planning and responding to all questions extremely promptly. For the day itself she was a godsend, she did a perfect job setting up the decorations, then had everything running so smoothly through the wedding. It left me and my groom able to just relax and enjoy our wedding.
Vendor response 04/08/2024
Elena, We absolutely love that our venue gave you butterflies- that is high praise, indeed...
! It sounds like you had an amazing experience getting married at The Mountain Terrace and that you and your guests enjoyed the food and the view. And, being able to relax on your wedding day is truly priceless. We are glad that staying at the Terrace Suite house worked out so well for you and your family before and after your wedding. It is so convenient being right next door to the venue. And, thank you also for sharing your experience working with Anastasia as your coordinator. She is organized and a hard worker, always with a smile on her face. Thank you for sharing how helpful she was leading up your celebration and on your wedding day. We appreciate you choosing The Mountain Terrace for your once in a lifetime celebration!
A R
5.0
3/30/2024
We really enjoyed working with our coordinator Kristy. She ensured that the day came together perfectly, and my partner and I just enjoyed the day with our friends and family. Kristy was very responsive, answering all of our questions promptly and anticipating our follow-up questions. She accommodated our requests in the planning phase and even a couple spur-of-the-moment changes!
Vendor response 03/30/2024
How wonderful that you had such a great experience working with Kristy! Her dedication to ...
her couples and attention to detail clearly shined for you throughout the planning process and on your wedding day. We are so glad that you were able to relax on your wedding day and enjoy your celebration with your friends and family. Thank you for choosing The Mountain Terrace for your celebration!
Jenifer W
5.0
11/23/2023
We had an amazing wedding experience at The Mountain Terrace!! Our coordinator Kristy as well as other staff were very responsive to our communications from the start of the planning process. The venue itself was absolutely breathtaking, everything throughout the day was executed well, and so many of our guests raved about the food afterwards. Thank you for making our day so memorable and beautiful!
Vendor response 11/24/2023
Jenifer, It is wonderful to hear that you had such an amazing wedding at The Mountain Terr...
ace. We are grateful to have Kristy on our planning and coordination team to organize the many details involved in each wedding. We are so glad that your wedding day was beautiful with delicious food at our “breathtaking” venue.
Esther J
5.0
11/20/2023
Not only is The Mountain Terrace a BEAUTIFUL venue, the staff here is amazing! As soon as I walked through the gate, I knew I had found my venue (I could not stop thinking about it!!) The staff is super organized (which I truly appreciated) and were so accommodating to all of our requests / questions! I mainly worked with Caren and she was super helpful and always there for us throughout the wedding planning process. We also booked the wedding coordination service and am very glad we did as the wedding day went smoothly! The food here is also great!! Our guests raved about the clam chowder shooters and the crab cakes. We had salmon and the tri tip as our dinner options and both were a hit. We are so grateful for the venue's incredible staff and for their dedication to making our special day truly magical. We highly recommend The Mountain Terrace to any couple looking for a wedding venue that is both beautiful and unforgettable.
Vendor response 11/21/2023
Esther, “Beautiful and unforgettable”- wow, thank you for the high praise! We are delighte...
d that your wedding planning and celebration were so “magical,” starting with your organized wedding planning experience with Caren, wedding day coordination by Kristy and delicious hors d’oeuvres and dinner for you and your guests. Thank you again for choosing to celebrate with The Mountain Terrace.
Sarah T
5.0
11/09/2023
We cannot recommend Mountain Terrace enough! We had the wedding of our dreams. Their experience with events was crucial especially given we had 210 guests. Our friends and family gave rave reviews from the professionalism of the staff, delicious food, beautiful venue, and how seamlessly the night went from the ceremony to dinner to reception.
We were married in October - the weather was perfect. We were able to let our guests know to bring a jacket since it got cold once the sun went down. Everyone was very comfortable under the tent with heaters and in the reception area. They loved being able to spend time at the firepit throughout the night.
We also had the pleasure of working with Kristy, one of their wedding coordinators. She was truly phenomenal!
Vendor response 11/10/2023
Sarah, It was such a pleasure planning and hosting your large wedding celebration in Octob...
er. We are fortunate to have such a seasoned and experienced staff, including our Chef and culinary team, banquet manager, serving team and of course, Kristy as one of our phenomenal in-house coordinators. It’s wonderful that the weather was so agreeable and our custom tent is the perfect addition for the transitional and winter months to ensure coverage from any weather and to hold in the heat. Thank you again for choosing to celebrate with us!
Joelle A
5.0
10/11/2023
We had such a gorgeous wedding! It was a very intimate group-- only immediate family. Even though the venue can cater for very large groups, we felt like it was still perfect for our 11 person wedding! The venue setting is truly spectacular. The redwoods hold a lot of significance for us, so being surrounded by them was our dream. The on-site staff were all so profession and did a great job. The day went by seamlessly! We really enjoyed having a little plate of snacks made for us so we could escape and have a few private minutes together. Our banquet-manager was so amazing. She was able to keep everything moving and made the day really easy for all of us. Highly recommend to anyone!
Vendor response 10/11/2023
Joelle, How fortunate that you were able enjoy your intimate wedding celebration at The Mo...
untain Terrace with your close family, and of course the towering Redwood trees that are always in attendance! Our venue is so versatile that it feels just as comfortable for 11 people as 200 people. We are glad to hear that you and your family enjoyed our delicious in-house catering and that our staff and Banquet Manager Julie were able to keep your celebration seamless and enjoyable from beginning to end.
Wendy T
5.0
9/18/2023
We got married at the Mountain Terrace in August, and we had an amazing time. The venue is gorgeous with redwoods surrounding views of the bay. The food was delicious and our guests raved about it. Best of all, the staff did a phenomenal job in helping the day run smoothly. They were professional and demonstrated outstanding hospitality. Caren was our point of contact who helped us during the planning process. It was very easy communicating with her and she was always quick to respond.
One annoying thing is that there is a no amplified music allowed outdoors due to city or county regulations. We had to hire live musicians for the ceremony and cocktail hour, which turned out very nice, but for those that might not have the budget, this is something to consider. It also made it harder to decide when to do the grand entrance and first dance, since we needed to those indoors but dinner would be outdoors. We ended up moving everyone indoors after cocktail hour for the grand entrance and first dance, and then back outdoors for dinner after.
It can also get pretty chilly at night, even in the middle of summer. We opted not to get the heaters, and we regret that decision a little bit.
Overall we had a great experience with the Mountain Terrace and would highly recommend them.
Vendor response 09/19/2023
Wendy, How wonderful that you had an amazing time enjoying our beautiful redwood venue for...
your wedding. We take pride in our delicious catering and top notch staff and it’s great to hear that you and your guests enjoyed your celebration so much!
We wish we could allow amplified music outside, but the Town of Woodside prohibits us at present. We are working with them to potentially change this in the future but recommend that our couples do as you did and have acoustic musicians for their ceremony and cocktail hour, which creates a lovely ambiance outside. Although you decided to move indoors for the Grand Entrance before dinner, we often have them outdoors without music or inside after dinner before the First Dance. Most couples choose to have the first dance inside after dinner with their DJ as well, then open up the dance floor for their guests at that time. We are experienced at suggesting options to best utilize the DJ and avoid having amplified music outdoors while keeping to each couple’s vision. We hope that our team was able to support you in creating your ideal atmosphere and flow.
Thank you again for choosing to celebrate with us!
Kendall C
5.0
8/25/2023
We could not have been happier with our Mountain Terrace experience!! They were amazing from start to finish!! Obviously it's a bit expensive, but they were very upfront and honest about their pricing from the start (no hidden fees or surprises later on), and the quality of everything exceeded expectations. Caren was an amazing contact throughout the planning experience - I probably sent her 50+ emails with random questions as I thought of them, and she always responded so promptly with plenty of information. Our guests raved about the beauty of the venue and how good the food was. They truly made it an unforgettable day. Highly, highly recommend!!
Vendor response 08/27/2023
Kendall,
How wonderful that you were so happy with your 5 star Mountain Terrace experienc...
e. We aim to be transparent with our pricing, including any potential add ons, so it’s good to know that process worked for you to plan your wedding budget and details. Wedding planning surprises are no fun for anyone. We value quality and service and appreciate that we met our mark to help create your unforgettable day!
Anthony H
5.0
8/20/2023
We had our wedding at the Mountain Terrace and it was nothing short of a dream experience, from our first visit through the last minute of our wedding day. The site is beautiful, of course, but beyond that, the team at the Mountain Terrace is a well-oiled machine. The planners were such a pleasure to work with, bringing professionalism, experience, and a sense of confidence that always eased our anxious pre-wedding stresses. The chef and his team are next-level, exceeding our expectations of how good the food at a wedding can be. How they delivered that quality for 100 people is beyond me, but my wife and I couldn’t be happier with our experience. I wish we could get married there fifty more times. What a dream.
Vendor response 08/21/2023
Anthony, We are delighted to hear that your wedding was a “dream experience!” Planning rem...
otely can be challenging and it’s great to know that our professional planning team was able to ease your pre-wedding stress. We also appreciate your glowing review of our Chef and catering team exceeding your expectations with our high quality catering and service. We look forward to celebrating your next 50 weddings ha ha!
Nick U
5.0
8/10/2023
We got married in this absolutely stunning venue in July. We were initially attracted to this venue due to its location - somewhat convenient for the bay area, located along the Skyline so the weather stays cool in the summer, and surrounded by the redwood and sequoia trees that are meaningful to us. After having visited and talking with the staff and owners, it became apparent that they have strong communication skills and provide excellent customer service. Having their own in-house catering proved to be very convenient and we were completely satisfied with the quality of their food in the end. We worked with Anastasia as our coordinator and she was truly fantastic in both helping us prepare for the event and making sure everything ran smoothly the day of. The Mountain Terrace was attentive to our requests and worked with us on our customization needs. The staff were genuinely warm and friendly that helped to put the guests at ease. I have so much appreciation for their clear communication, transparent pricing, excellent vendor relationships, and customer-forward business model. It was a tough call for us to make at the time in choosing the right venue, but in hindsight, we absolutely made the correct choice. I can't endorse the Mountain Terrace enough and I would highly recommend you visit and talk with them to see if they will also be the right venue for you.
Vendor response 08/12/2023
Nick,
Thank you for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. Communication is v...
ery important to us and we strive to give the best customer service. During our pre-tour meetings we give as much information to our couples and like to be transparent with our costs. Thank you for sharing your experience with our staff and Anastasia, she is amazing to work with as a planner and as a day of coordinator. Choosing a wedding venue is not easy and we are so glad you chose the Mountain Terrace so celebrate your wedding!
Jason W
5.0
5/06/2023
The venue was gorgeous. The service was fantastic. However, the highlight was absolutely the food. The food was unbelievably delicious. If you care about the quality of food, definitely consider The Mountain Terrace. We also booked our wedding just outside of peak season, so a heated tent was included to cover the patio space, which provided a fantastic environment.
Vendor response 05/07/2023
Jason, what a glowing recommendation of our in-house catering! We love to hear that our de...
dication to food quality was the highlight of your wedding and also that you enjoyed the service and the heated seasonal tent. Thank you for choosing to celebrate with us and sharing your experience with The Knot community.
INBAL S
5.0
4/09/2023
We celebrated our wedding in March at the Mountain Terrace, with Anastasia as our Day-Of Coordinator. The venue is absolutely beautiful with its sprawling grassy field and tall redwoods on the grounds, cozy cabin-like interior, and large two-tiered deck with clear plastic coverings. The food and drink options provided by the venue were delicious: we chose the duck, salmon, and hen of the woods entrees. The day of our wedding was unfortunately cold, windy, and rainy, and we had very much hoped to have an outdoor wedding on the grounds. The staff at the venue had all the seating set up outside, and they were very calm and flexible, giving us until literally 20 minutes before the ceremony started to audible to an indoor ceremony as our musicians could not play in the wet conditions. They quickly re-organized all the chairs on the deck, and we proceeded with a cozy indoor ceremony. Anastasia, our coordinator, was so incredibly helpful, organized, and supportive through the entire process. She responded very quickly to all our emails throughout the planning process, keeping us on track with the timeline, reminding us of anything we had missed, and being warm and flexible with any changes we wanted to make. She even helped me bustle the complex ties on my dress. We had a great experience at The Mountain Terrace with Anastasia on our team, and would absolutely recommend the to anyone else looking for an event venue!
Vendor response 04/10/2023
Thank you Inbal! It’s so wonderful to hear how helpful Anastasia and our team were for you...
r wedding planning and on your wedding day! Thank you for sharing your experience with Anastasia as your planner and coordinator- we are so lucky to have her on our team. Our event staff is also amazing at facilitating last minute changes in these types of situations. It sounds like you enjoyed our beautiful surroundings despite the rain. We agree that the large clear walled tent over the decks during the winter months and building itself can feel cozy and comforting with great vantage points to observe the lush green lawn and misty redwoods. If only we could learn how to control the weather, we would have a perfect system!
Celeste G
5.0
1/13/2023
The Mountain Terrace was amazing to work with from start to finish! All communication was prompt and informative and every question thoroughly answered. Caren did a fantastic job juggling both myself and my parents (I was on the East Coast while my parents were right in town) and kept us all in the loop. On our wedding day, Kristy went above and beyond keeping everything running smoothly and ensuring that neither us nor our families had to worry about anything. The kitchen and catering staff were fantastic! We received multiple compliments on the food from our guests. Thank you Caren, Kristy and the whole Mountain Terrace team for making our wedding perfect!
Vendor response 01/14/2023
Celeste, it's wonderful to hear that you had such an amazing experience planning with Car...
en, Kristy and our team! It can be challenging planning such an important event long distance and it’s great to hear that our team was able to support you and communicate promptly throughout the planning process. We are thrilled that your wedding day went so smoothly with Kristy at the helm. Thank you for sharing your experience with The Knot community and best wishes to you.
Jillian C
5.0
11/14/2022
The Mountain Terrace is a beautiful place to get married. The folks that work there are very responsive and work hard to make sure you have a good experience. We really appreciate their time and effort to make our day very special. It's a great place if you tend to be anxious about details because they respond so quickly. Really great.
Vendor response 11/15/2022
Thank you, Jillian, for recommending The Mountain Terrace as a beautiful place to get marr...
ied. It was a pleasure hosting you, your family and friends for your wedding celebration.
Molly C
5.0
9/10/2022
We had our wedding here on July 2nd and loved every moment of it. The team was so easy to work with and helpful on the day, and everything happened smoothly without us ever being bothered about day of details - Anastasia and the team handled it all. And Caren had been really thorough about getting all the details the team would need before the day, but never made us feel pressured about any decisions.
The venue accommodated our large wedding (250 people) really easily, and our guests loved the nature, the food and everything about it! Would absolutely recommend TMT!!!
Vendor response 09/11/2022
Molly, what a wonderful celebration! It was such a pleasure for our team to plan your wedd...
ing with you. Caren enjoyed planning with you and Anastasia enjoyed coordinating your wedding day. It’s great to hear how smoothly everything went, especially with 250 people on-site enjoying our large outdoor space. Thank you for sharing your experience with others.
Anna K
5.0
7/27/2022
My daughter's evening wedding at The Mountain Terrace was amazing! Their team did an excellent job throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. Everything was right on schedule and the food and service were outstanding. We selected musicians and a photographer from their "recommended vendors" list and they all had lots of experience working with TMT and knew exactly what to do.
Vendor response 07/28/2022
Anna, we are so thrilled to hear that your daughter’s wedding was amazing! It was a pleasu...
re planning with you and your family. It is always our goal to be “spot on” during each and every event. We pride ourselves on our incredible team, starting with your designated event planner and including the Chefs and kitchen crew, service staff, coordinating team and banquet manager that always make every effort for amazing food and service. Thank you again for choosing to celebrate your daughter’s wedding with us!
Harsha B
1.0
7/18/2022
I'd my wedding at this venue first week of July and the event planning and coordination team here are rude, incompetent and unprofessional to say the least. They changed my day of coordinator at the last moment and didn't even bother informing me until I got to the venue an hour before my wedding. My family had to run around managing the event and coordinating every little detail while the substitute coordinator was clueless and missed out on our requirements they gathered from me over the planning phase through multitude of ridiculous forms. The staff there started clearing out the chairs from the ceremony site while the ceremony was still in progress. And this is just one of the many many things that went wrong. The worst part is that they don't even have the minimum decency to send me a formal apology. I was hoping to let a few days pass before my emotions get the better of me. But the staff has since ghosted me and has
not been responsive. Their behavior and lack of basic decency has appalled me. Don't be fooled by the initial fluff and steer clear of this venue for your big day
Vendor response 07/19/2022
Harsha,
As we mentioned when we spoke on your wedding day and in the following days, we a...
re truly sorry that your wedding coordinator could not be there the day of the wedding and that we did not make you aware of this until your wedding day. We absolutely should have called you as soon as we learned that she tested positive for COVID the morning of the wedding. We understand that you were not pleased with the coordinator that worked the day of your wedding and that we failed to meet your expectations. Again, we sincerely apologize as this is not the experience we want for our wedding couples. We appreciate your feedback.
Barak A
5.0
7/05/2022
(1) Gorgeous venue (2) Delicious food (3) Flawless day-of coordination.
I have some minor nits about some of the planning, but I'm overwhelmingly glad we chose the Mountain Terrace. Thanks to the whole team!
Vendor response 07/05/2022
Thank you, Barak! We are so glad that you had a 5 star wedding experience with us and enjo...
yed our delicious food, gorgeous venue and Slonne’s wedding day coordination. Thank you for celebrating with us!
Kate B
4.0
7/02/2022
The Mountain Terrace was absolutely beautiful, and it captured our vision for a foresty- romantic wedding.
The team was wonderful, quick to respond to emails and very helpful answering my many questions! There is no outdoor amplified music allowed (as other reviewers have stated) and we hired harpist Krista Strader who was wonderful.
We had about 60 guests but I can imagine it would be a bit more difficult trying to coordinate transportation for a large group just due to the nature of the location of the mountain terrace. Also, there is not a large space for getting ready in for the wedding party. My 2 bridemaids and I got ready where we were staying and changed clothes when we got there and even for the three of us there wasn't a lot of space, but it worked! Just plan ahead.
Vendor response 07/03/2022
Thank you, Kate! We love your description of a “foresty-romantic” wedding setting—that’s p...
erfect! We are so glad that you had a good experience planning your wedding and that you enjoyed the setting on your wedding day. Thank you again for choosing to celebrate with us! Warm regards, Caren
Sophia W
5.0
6/09/2022
We fell in love with The Mountain Terrace as soon as we stepped onto the property! The scenery is absolutely breathtaking. The ability to decorate the venue as we desired allowed us to turn it into the magical, whimsical, wedding we envisioned. The food is amazing, all my guests raved about the crab cakes. The team there and the day-of-coordinator made it easy to plan our special day. They were very responsive and accommodative. They also provided recommendations for vendors and that made it super easy because they've worked with these vendors and the vendors are familiar with the area and the rules of the trade.
I highly recommend booking the Terrace Suite for the night before and the night of as well as it provides a place for the bridal party to get ready and a place to retreat to after the reception. I would also recommend getting heat lamps no matter what time of year it is, it gets pretty chilly at night.
Overall, we are super pleased with our experience there and I would choose the Mountain Terrace 1000 times over!
Vendor response 06/09/2022
Congratulations Sophia! It was so much fun planning your “magical and whimsical” wedding w...
ith you and Slonne was thrilled to work with you as your wedding day coordinator. We are so glad to hear what an amazing time you had celebrating your wedding with us and the ease of the advance planning. We appreciate you sharing your experience with others. Best wishes to you! Caren
Amanda M
4.0
5/26/2022
We loved this venue. It was beautiful, surrounded by Redwoods, a great layout of for ceremony to reception, and the BEST food.
Some things to note about the venue:
There is no amplified music outside, which means if you want music during the ceremony and cocktail hour, you need to hire string musicians.
There is not really a spot for the bride and bridesmaids to get ready the day of (the get ready room is not designed for the girls to get their hair and makeup done at the venue), so you will almost assuredly need to rent the house next to the venue for 2 nights to make sure the bridal party has a place to get ready the day of.
There are lots of little charges that add up. That may be standard for the industry and venues in general, we just were not aware of that when we selected the venue, so it ended up being more expensive than we had initially thought.
Uber/Lyft does not reliably pick up from there, so you will likely need to order transportation for your guests, if you want them to be able to drink without driving.
Again, we really liked the venue, and we felt that we had a magical wedding day. There were just a few things we were not expecting and they caught us off guard.
Vendor response 05/27/2022
Hi Amanda!
It is so wonderful to hear that your wedding day was magical! That is the best...
feedback we could wish for as we take pride in our gorgeous redwood trees and delicious food. Our goal is for each couple to feel special and fully enjoy their day and it sounds like overall we met our mark.
The Terrace Suite house next door is a lovely and convenient option for a bride, groom and wedding party to prepare for the wedding day without additional travel from a hotel. We hope you enjoyed your stay with us!
There are so many details involved with planning a wedding and it can be cumbersome to track the various details of each venue, particularly during the venue selection process. We aim to be transparent in outlining costs and coverage during the sales process to minimize any surprises, including providing a personalized proposal to each couple reflecting the estimated costs for their event based on their selections for guest count, food, beverages and additional rentals before booking . Changing packages or selections during the planning process can affect those costs. I’m sorry to hear that there were small costs that were surprising to you (as your final invoice was almost identical to your original estimate when you booked). We appreciate the feedback and will continue to review our systems as we never want any of our clients to feel caught off guard.
Warm regards,
Caren
Tom A
4.0
4/25/2022
We had our wedding here and the setting is gorgeous. The redwoods, the beautiful view, the patio/deck, it all made for a truly stunning backdrop to our wedding. We had a lot of positive comments on the food (we were too emotional to really enjoy the food) but we got multiple comments about how good the appetizers and entrees were. We were slightly disappointed by their lack of vegetarian fare that didn't highlight mushrooms. They also listed some items as vegetarian that were not actually (i.e. sardines in Caesar salad dressing). They do charge for extras that we anticipated would be already included in the total cost (i.e dance floor, heated lamps, cheese cutting, s'mores, flower clean-up, etc) so I recommend asking ahead about these. Caren our coordinator was very responsive and always willing to chat with us to help curate our vision. Overall we loved our venue, despite the slight hiccups we wouldn't have changed our experience.
Vendor response 04/25/2022
Hi Tom-
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience hosting your wedding at ...
The Mountain Terrace. It was such a pleasure planning with you and Mo over the past year and a half. It is so great to hear that you had a wonderful experience overall and that your guests enjoyed the food and setting on your wedding day. I hope you were able to at least enjoy your boxed meals after your celebration.
I’m sorry to hear that you found our menu to be lacking in vegetarian options. We do have a large vegetarian section on the menu and are open to customization. I know that you were pretty set on the pierogi from the outset and I’m sorry that I was not aware that you were interested in an alternative option. We have also subsequently reviewed the coding on our entire Classic menu to ensure accuracy for vegetarian, vegan, dairy free and gluten free notations. I realize there was some confusion with the Caesar salad at your tasting, but we have hopefully remedied any future issues.
We typically review “extras” during the sales and planning process, including pricing for heat lamps, rose petal clean up, umbrellas, rented dance floor (if not dancing in the bar), etc. and build those into your customized cost estimate as appropriate. But I understand that wedding planning can be a little overwhelming, particularly in the preliminary stages, and perhaps those options didn’t stick with you initially. This is good feedback and our sales team will work on clearly defining options and extras in their initial proposals. Your cheese wheel cake cutting was a fun idea and a nice personal touch that your guests enjoyed. We worked together to find a creative service plan avoiding any additional fees.
Overall, we are super appreciative that you chose to host your celebration at The Mountain Terrace and that the “slight hiccups” wouldn’t have changed your experience.
Warm regards,
Caren
Leanne P
5.0
3/01/2022
Our wedding at The Mountain Terrace was better than we could have ever dreamed of! We knew we wanted to get married here from the first photo we saw years back, and the venue did not disappoint! Beyond the site being absolutely beautiful, encircled by Redwood trees, working with Anastasia and Caren was an excellent experience! They were quick to respond to our many questions and made the day run so smoothly. We loved every minute of our special day and the scenery in the photos looks gorgeous!
Vendor response 03/01/2022
It was such a pleasure planning with you, Leanne! That is so nice to hear that our venue a...
nd communications lived up to your expectations. It was a beautiful day and your guests seemed to enjoy the food and setting as well. We look forward to seeing your photos too! Thank you again for choosing The Mountain Terrace for your February wedding celebration!
Elaine S
5.0
12/02/2021
The Mountain Terrace is a beautiful venue with gorgeous redwood views. Caren and the whole team at the Mountain Terrace have been amazing! We had the most stunning wedding there two months ago thanks to their hard work and planning. So glad that we chose this venue for our big day. Highly recommended!
Vendor response 12/02/2021
Thank you so much for your review, Elaine! It was such a pleasure planning your wedding wi...
th you. We had our "Covid" planning challenges but worked through them together. We are so appreciative that you chose The Mountain Terrace for your beautiful wedding!
Micaela K
5.0
10/26/2021
Update! The MOST beautiful venue with the most delicious food, fantastic drinks, helpful and kind staff. All around, the best decision we made for our wedding! Everyone was telling us how gorgeous the venue was, how delicious the food was, and how perfect the space was for us. We loved that it was convenient and easy to get to for our guests, but we felt like we were tucked away in a magical woods with a gorgeous view of the bay. The food and drinks were fantastic and were were so lucky that they packaged up leftovers for us to enjoy the following days! The staff were just the best -- helpful throughout the entire process, kind and thoughtful during the day, and the entire day ran so smoothly. Kristy (our coordinator through the venue) was perfect -- easy to communicate with, incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and flexible with all of our asks! She and the Mountain Terrace made our day perfect. We are so grateful to have gotten married in such a beautiful place.
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Katia and the whole team at the Mountain Terrace have been phenomenal!!! From our first meeting to go over the package, to the site tour, to our numerous questions over email and adjustments to the estimate/contract - they have been so kind, helpful, and patient! We are very excited to have our wedding here :)
Vendor response 10/26/2021
Hello Micaela!
Thank you for the great review. It was a pleasure working with you and Al...
mog throughout the booking process. Our job in the sales department is to answer all of your questions and make the transition as stress free as possible. Thanks for choosing The Mountain Terrace!
-Katia Chanin
Lani C
5.0
10/17/2021
My partner and I booked The Mountain Terrace for our fall '22 wedding. Katia and Sloan were timely with their responses and were happy to answer our numerous questions. The virtual and onsite tour were thorough and informative. The combination of the beautiful, private space and the professional onsite team made it our #1 choice!
Vendor response 10/18/2021
Hello Kalani!
Thank you so much for your kind words. We try to respond to our couples as...
quickly as possible and make the initial process as easy as possible. Enjoy the wedding planning !
-Katia Chanin
Silvia G
5.0
9/09/2021
We just booked Mountain Terrace for our wedding summer 2022! It's a breathtaking space, we fell in love with it the instant we walked in and looked over the terrace. It's a perfect balance of indoor/outdoor, we are both nature and redwood tree lovers and wanted a natural landscape that would also be comfortable for our guests. They were very responsive, after our initial inquiry, they set up a zoom meeting and reviewed a lot of the basics - I found this very helpful as the entire wedding planning process can feel daunting. She was ready to talk specifics, asking about wedding date thoughts and average guest count, it helped us get the ball rolling on the details needed to plan a wedding. After the zoom we set up a tour, they provide a lot of information, which helped us compare cost and ultimately choose our venue. They also offer a wedding coordinator who will be involved 4 months prior to the wedding + wedding day to help with everything. This was a big draw for me. I'm very happy to have officially booked this stunning venue and look forward to next months planning the bid day!
Vendor response 10/18/2021
Hello Silvia!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this wonderful review. We k...
now that one of the biggest stressors in wedding planning is choosing your wedding venue. At The Mountain Terrace we try to make that process smooth by always being available to give our couples as much information as possible and answering all of their questions. Thank you for choosing us as your ideal wedding venue!
-Katia Chanin
Lani T
5.0
8/03/2021
Our son and daughter in law just got married at Mountain Terrace. It was a magical joyful evening.
When you walked through the gate, you walked into a wonderland of redwoods, and a picturesque views. White lights sparkled above the expansive lawn and elegant table settings for 360 guests. No detail was overlooked.
. The appetizers and the dinner were beyond delicious and all prepared on site. The staff was very accommodating.
A truly wonderful experience for everyone.
Gianna T
5.0
7/31/2021
On July 3, 2021 we had the most stunning wedding reception at the Mountain Terrace. The customer service and professionalism of the staff made the process from the start of palling to last call absolutely flawless. The gorgeous backdrop of the redwoods is the perfect setting that complimented our decor. Our guests raved about the service of the bartenders, the incredible display of appetizers, the plating and quality of our seated dinner, and the picture perfect atmosphere that the Mountain Terrace Provides. Every single aspect of our reception was perfection, and that is a huge credit to the Mountain Terrace and their incredible service. Choosing a venue for a wedding is likely the hardest part, but once you come to the Mountain Terrace, there just truly is no other option. I would recommend this venue to any bride, not only for its beauty, but with the knowledge that you and your guests will have the most incredible experience.
Alexa W
5.0
10/31/2019
GET MARRIED HERE! My mom and I went to check out The Mountain Terrace as our first stop and only stop in the wedding venue search when I got engaged.
Their location is beautiful, with both redwood and reservoir views, and has great on site features like a fire pit (that can be set up with smores!), lawn games, and just the perfect selfie stations. We curated a custom menu with the chef and the food was absolutely amazing!
We worked with Brooke to coordinate all of our details and she was so great. She kept us on top of all the planning and accommodated all of our request. She was our day of coordinator and I'm so glad we had her there! She stayed on top of our schedule, I didn't even know what time it was half of the time.
Highly recommend, such a beautiful, professional space.
Stacy C
2.0
10/22/2019
I love how my wedding turned out. I loved the day-of staff. I loved the view, the food, the venue, the aesthetics. I loved everything except one person.
The food here is so amazing. All of my guests complimented the wedding so much. I want to say most of it was about how beautiful this place is and/or how delicious the food was. The food was to die for! I was so disappointed when I couldn't have any of the appetizers during cocktail hour, so the employees grabbed some for me during dinner! The staff is so amazing.
The only downfall of this place is their wedding coordinator. It was so hard to talk to her, to get messages across. I told her to talk to my wedding planner about everything and it literally took me telling her three times before she got the message. If you're not prepared to do things their way, be prepared for a difficult planning experience.
Vendor response 10/25/2019
It is unfortunate to hear your experience with our in-house planning services were not to ...
your expectations. Our records show that wedding day-of coordination was not purchased through the Mountain Terrace. Our couple's experience is EXTREMELY important to us and we have thoroughly discussed your feedback as a team.
As a venue, we try our best to be transparent throughout the sales and planning processes. Our onsite planners are happy to work with outside wedding planners, and we strive to make sure all parties involved are thoroughly informed. We will always include the couple on any and all important email conversations and financial reminders, while cc'ing the planner, to ensure their expectations are met for their special day.
We are so happy we were able to make your day of experience so fabulous and will definitely take your feedback with us as we strive to grow and improve.
Breann L
5.0
9/23/2019
Choosing the Mountain Terrace was hands down, the best choice my husband and I made for our wedding. We were looking for an outdoor venue in the redwoods, and this fit the bill- it's absolutely beautiful. My husband and I are both very laid back, and Caren from TMT emailed us every few months, reminding us of details she needed to know, which turned out to be so helpful in keeping us on track. Without her, we would have been pretty disorganized. The day of, all the staff went above and beyond to make our day special. They brought champagne to the bridal suite, made up a plate of hors d'oeuvres for my husband and I while we were busy taking photos, arranged our cake with our bouquets as decoration on the dessert table, and the bartender even learned some guests' favorite drinks. It was clear this venue hosts lots of events and really knows what they are doing. If you are looking for a beautiful outdoors venue with lots of classy details, and amazing customer service, this is it!
Karen G
5.0
9/15/2018
The attentive service and gorgeous setting at The Mountain Terrace made our day.
The venue is beautiful - you're getting married on a grassy lawn surrounded by redwoods overlooking the south bay. The sunset views are spectacular. A deer came at dusk to graze at the edge of the lawn. The lights over the deck and fire pit made for a romantic setting once the sun set.
I added on the day-of planning services and highly recommend it because I got to enjoy my wedding and not worry about where I needed to be or who was taking care of our guests. Caren made the day seamless, calm, and fun! She brought us a personal plate of appetizers and champagne during post-ceremony portraits. The bride's dressing room had water (with straws to preserve lipstick!) chairs and a big mirror. Our guests were very well taken care of. We got comments about how accommodating they were of dietary restrictions and how delicious dinner and appetizers were.
Our wedding was on August 5, so it was sunny and warm on the lawn during the ceremony, but definitely cooler than in Palo Alto. We looked at weather forecasts for La Honda to prepare. It cooled off to a very comfortable temperature for dinner. We didn't need the heat lamps but were glad to have them because you never know how much it will cool off once the sun sets. There is air conditioning inside, which was great when we were dancing. Caren was very responsive and helpful giving recommendations on heat lamps and umbrellas as we approached our big day. She quickly answered every email in the days and months leading up to our wedding.
Overall it was a spectacular experience and we highly recommend The Mountain Terrace and Caren!
Nicole M
5.0
12/10/2017
Have your wedding here! My husband and I just got married in October 2017, and it was truly the perfect place for us. It incorporates a "laid back" vibe being amongst the redwoods, with a rustic bar, great dance floor area, and the outdoor seating with twinkle lights. Caren (one of the wedding coordinators) is amazing and very responsive. She's on top of things- you don't have to worry about a thing with her! The staff is also very friendly and attentive. We couldn't have asked for anything better. It fit us perfectly and the experience was everything we imagined and more. Just a "big backyard" wedding! All of our guests loved it too! Biggest downside is the drive up to the mountain terrace, so highly recommend shuttles if you're having alcohol. Last, the food is great, reasonably priced, and the bar/drink service that's included is awesome as well!
Mel G
3.0
8/29/2017
We chose this venue because of the beautiful redwood trees and casual atmosphere. The food was great and were able to do everything we wanted. We had a good experience working with the venue until after the wedding itself. We had our wedding coordinator drop off our final payment the day before our wedding and a few weeks later were told they lost the cashiers check. Since we already moved out of the state, this was upsetting news. A few days later we were then told they forgot to calculate our initial deposit into the final bill. Needless to say it took us several days and an incredible amount of stress to sort this out. Mountain Terrace sent us a gift card and apology letter, but it didn't make up for the fact that someone lost a check, and then couldn't do math. Wedding itself was great, the people who handle your money...not so much.
Lara M
5.0
5/23/2017
We had our wedding here on 4/22/2017 and I cannot say enough good things about the Mountain Terrace. If we could, we would do it all over again and not change a thing!
From the moment we toured the venue, we knew we were going to be choosing it for our wedding. Charisse was the best guide to the beginning stages of booking a wedding venue. She explained everything, walked us through every step, and worked with us on every detail of the contract. A true professional!
And I have to give a special shout out to Caren. She was a dream to work with. She answered emails quickly and never had to explain anything twice. Even up to the day before the wedding, she was working with us to make sure there was no stone unturned and no detail missed.
Sharon, the day of event manager, was the BEST. She and the staff the day of worked tirelessly to make sure everything ran smoothly. Cocktail hour and dinner were great, by the way! We felt so taken care of. They made sure we didn't miss a thing while we socialized without guests.
If anyone is interested in using the Mountain Terrace, don't hesitate! Book it! The drive to and from the venue is worth it! Our guests are still talking about how gorgeous everything was a month later.
Emily M
5.0
10/29/2014
Amazing venue! A little pricey, but worth it. Everyone is very professional and will take care of food, tables, booze and other small things like table settings. Everyone, including myself, was super happy with how beautiful everything was. :)
Nathalie A
5.0
11/13/2013
The Mountain Terrace is a beautiful venue with a gorgeous view and a wonderful team of amazing folks who want to make your wedding a dream come true. I got married there in October 2013 and it was a blast! I can't tell you how many times I thanked my lucky stars that we managed to secure a date and find the perfect location, and for so reasonable a pricetag.
We opted to have Mountain Terrace handle our catering as well, and the food was fantastic. Everyone commented on how tasty everything was, and they worked with us to create a menu that matched our tastes and worked with a few complicated dietary issues with our guests. They also handled lots of other requests with grace and professionalism, like lawn games, s'mores, signature drinks...everything you could want to make your wedding stand out.
I want to give a special shout out to Caren, who is one of the nicest vendors I worked with and an all around stand-out gal. She was so patient and so quick to respond to my many questions, and she even made sure a waiter came by and fed us so we didn't pass out during our photos. Thank you, Caren!
Elise C
4.0
10/29/2013
We had our wedding here on 8.17.13-it was a magical event. Very helpful, attentive, knowledgeable staff. Gave suggestions on how to best work with the venue. Delicious food. Guests still rave about the views and unique touches of the venue and wonderful overall atmosphere. Only complaint would be the extra fees for a dance floor, heat lamps, and required beverage packages. However, it was THE ONLY choice for us. Would use again in a heartbeat.
Tiffany S
5.0
9/16/2013
Everything about this venue is fantastic. The property and ceremony views are top notch. The amazing staff really impressed both throughout the planning process and on my wedding day. We even used the onsite catering which turned out fantastic(and I'm employed in Michelin star restaurant!) I would recommend this venue to anyone who wants a perfect day down to the last detail!
amanda m
5.0
1/23/2013
When looking for a place to hold our wedding, my husband and I searched for months. We had a really tight budget, but still had to uphold the standards our families expected of us. Further, a lot of vendors wouldn't even let us consider having an outdoor wedding in January (apparently its rainy this time of year). But not mountain Terrace. Caren was perfect, answering all my emails quickly and efficiently. She worked with our strange requests and was more than happy to allow or friends to do most of the set up. She helped us design the order of our reception, and allowed us not to have alcohol, even though it is usually a requirement to have a cash bar at least.
Aside from just the great service, the location is perfect. Look at pictures, I cannot even begin to describe it. Thank you Mountain Terrace!!
Jen S
5.0
1/09/2013
My husband and I got married in November 2012. We are from out of town and found this venue online. When we first walked in, it took our breath away and we knew immediately that this was the place! Because it was planned from a distance, there was a lot of emailing back and forth between us and Caren (coordinator). She was supremely helpful in answering all of them and really kept us on track. When we visited the venue in March for a tasting, the staff was very friendly and helpful. The chef, Kacie, was very willing to accommodate a few of our vegan guests and they really enjoyed their meals. Other staff members also offered creative and fun ways to spice up our wedding - like renting a fire pit and roasting s'mores during the reception! Our wedding day went off without a hitch. We hired Caren to be our day-off coordinator and I am so glad that we did! She took care of everything and not once did I worry about something going wrong. It took such a weight off of our shoulders to have her there. Beautiful location, amazing staff and a perfect wedding day!
Brian S
5.0
12/27/2012
This was the only wedding venue that my wife said that she liked, and we saw a lot of different venues. It is very majestic, and a great place for a mountain wedding without going to Tahoe. There is some nickle-and-diming, but if you ask lots of questions upfront about costs before you sign, there shouldn't be any surprises.
Kristin D
4.0
10/16/2012
The mountain terrace was an amazing venue. The view is beautiful and the staff was very n They are pretty flexible and a lot less expensive compared to other venues in the area. The only restriction that was bothersome to us was no amplified music outdoors due to noise regulations in woodside. Ceremony music must be acoustic and toasts during dinner may not be accompanied with a microphone. We chose to use an outside caterer and pay a fee since our caterer through a friend was not on there preferred list. The "brides room" at the venue is quite small so we chose to get ready elsewhere. All in all t was a wonderful outdoor/indoor venue and we had a wonderful time there.
Lauren M
5.0
10/02/2012
I picked this venue because I wanted a ceremony and reception site together. I wanted something outdoors and beautiful, and this fit all that. Everything looked wonderful inside and out, during the day and the evening.
The wedding coordinator and head bartender were my go to ladies and were wonderful to work with. Many of my guests commented that this was the most beautiful and perfect venue they have been to.
While the ride up to the site is spectacular, through the trees and winding roads, it is a LONG one, but was very enjoyable. Most of my guests were coming from the midwest so I think they really enjoyed it. There are also only a couple ways to get there and since there ended up being an accident on the highway, I got very lucky that the guests using the shuttle weren't too late.
The county/city has an ordinance that no amplification can be used outside so this means live musicians for the ceremony (which is more beautiful anyway) and practice projecting voices for any outside toasts.
Also, wear the shoes you will be wearing at the wedding to the rehearsal!! The grass gets watered frequently and standing for over 20 minutes with heals poking through grass is not fun. But, if they didn't water frequently, the venue wouldn't be as beautiful.
All in all, it was wonderful. They have their own caterers and tables, chairs, linens, you can rent the dance floor, heat lamps, etc. from them. (After the ceremony, dinner, alcohol, and everything else, money adds up. But it was extremely convenient to use ONE vendor for everything)
Mike B
4.0
9/14/2012
My wife and I chose the Mountain Terrace for our wedding and reception venue because of the amazing lawn behind the building. It's huge! Adirondack chairs, tall trees, lush grass, and a two-level wood deck make the area irresistible. Denise and Caren are a joy to work with. Both are incredibly responsive and pay great attention to detail. We went with in-house catering and thought the food was great: rosemary chicken, mashed potatoes, salad, and jade rice. Passed appetizers were delicious as well. Absolutely love the bar inside. Service throughout the evening was prompt and pleasant. Be sure to warn your guests of the long and windy road up to the venue.