Kennolyn – Hilltop Hacienda and Stone Creek Village

We got married on 5/20/23 at Kennolyn's Stone Creek Village and if we could live the weekend over and over again we could. Our wedding was beyond our wildest dreams! Everything far exceeded our expectations. We met through working at a summer camp so when we came across Camp Kennolyn we knew we had to check it out. We fell in love immediately when we toured the venue. The grounds are breathtaking. There's nothing like the redwoods and you are surrounded by them at Kennolyn. The ceremony space is magical! The staff, especially Elyse & Dierdra, were helpful every step of the way, always patiently answering our many questions. I wish I could thank every single person who worked the weekend of our wedding because they were all incredible, friendly, and helped make sure the weekend went off without a hitch. The "all-inclusive" nature made planning a breeze, we did not have to worry about DJ, catering, lighting, bartenders, or renting tables/tablecloths/plates/silverware, etc. Absolutely everything was perfect!

The guest experience is so special and we got a lot of compliments from our guests. We had 85 people staying on-site over the wedding weekend and every single person has talked about how much fun they had and how it was the best wedding they have ever attended. The cabins were cozy and it was so fun to have all our friends and family with us all weekend. Aside from the wedding, there are so many activities available for guests including tennis courts, a pool, basketball, corn hole, volleyball, and more! Additionally, Kennolyn provides a TON of the equipment for said activities at no extra cost.

We also received compliments on the food! The food was great all weekend! My cousin, who happens to be a chef, commented that it was some of the best rehearsal dinner food he had ever had. Guests had many compliments on the wedding reception meal. They have options for late-night bites which I highly recommend. The Mac & Cheese bar is to die for!

I also love how they took care of myself and my husband and our bridal party before the wedding. They set the groomsmen up with beverages in the museum and delivered champagne and lunch to the bridesmaids.

Kennolyn's Stone Creek Village is a magical place. There truly is something special about it and the people who work there. I hope someday I can go back as a guest!

We could not be happier with our experience at Kennolyn Hilltop Hacienda! From start to finish, everything about this venue made our wedding day feel effortless and magical. We wanted a casual yet beautiful setting, and the stunning scenery here was everything we had hoped for and more.

The wedding coordinators were the biggest contributors to our wedding day's success. They guided us through every single step of the planning process, making it feel smooth and stress-free. We booked far in advance and they were constantly touching base and there to answer every and any question. Our day-of coordinator was an absolute gem too, ensuring that everything ran seamlessly so we could relax and fully enjoy the day.

One of our favorite features of the venue was the charming courtyard. It created the perfect intimate space for our loved ones to mingle during cocktail hour, get cozy during first dances, and ultimately dance the night away. It was exactly the atmosphere we had envisioned. Not to mention, the DJ (Sound in Motion) that the venue provided read the room perfectly and was not only an amazing MC, but flawlessly catered to our guest's vibe.

Our guests were also blown away by the venue’s beauty. We had countless people telling us throughout the night, "How did you find this place?" and "The drive up here was absolutely gorgeous."—a true testament to how breathtaking it is.

I was never someone who dreamed of their wedding day. Working with Kennolyn though, my mindset completely changed. We had so much fun planning as they brought amazing energy and motivation to the process. Choosing Kennolyn was one of the best decisions of our lives. No exaggerations!

If you’re looking for a venue with gorgeous scenery, a relaxed vibe, and an incredible team to bring your vision to life, choose Kennolyn Hilltop Hacienda.

I wholeheartedly recommend Kennolyn Hilltop Hacienda! I was married on 5/20/23 with the Spring Promo package, and I was so happy with the experience.

The venue is gorgeous, and it was the perfect place for my outdoor wedding. There is a redwood grove or great lawn facing distant views of the Pacific Ocean that are both beautiful options for a ceremony. The patio facing the lawn is perfect for dinner, and the indoor courtyard is stunning and great for cocktails and dancing. We didn't use the Hacienda itself much except for guests who wanted to sit by the fire (it's a good backup plan for inclement weather). The bridal house is amazing and accommodates many people for getting ready (multiple rooms and bathrooms, living/dining areas, with a gorgeous patio with the same amazing views out to the ocean). There is also a separate Casita with a bathroom for the groom's party to get ready. There are so many beautiful natural and architectural places for photographs as well. The landscaping is beautiful, so you don't need to spend money on many extra florals. Weddings have exclusive use of the venue, which makes it really private and intimate.

The Spring Promo deal was a great value and included buffet catering/cake/dessert, alcohol package, DJ/MC, tables/chairs/etc, ceremony arbor, some florals (it was enough given the landscaping), taxes/tips. The deal is for 100 guests, and when my group ended up being half of that, Andrea (Events Manager) was so kind and tried to give us more value for the money: double the variety of passed appetizers than was initially included in the package and adding orchids (my favorite flower) to the florals. The all-inclusive nature of the package was so amazing for not having to worry about each of these things individually.

Since the catering was included and food was very important to us, I was initially nervous to sign the contract before tasting the food. My family and I were so happy on our Tasting Day when the food was excellent, and everything we tried was delicious (and I think we have pretty high standards for food)! They were also so accommodating of dietary restrictions and preferences. Since our package was a served buffet, the vegetarian/vegans were given their own plates separately. The cake and assorted dessert were also delicious (and they were willing to make a chocolate cake with vanilla buttercream frosting as we requested).

The DJ/MC (Courtney Helms) was assigned from Sound in Motion, and we got along great. He did a wonderful job too - I danced the whole night! He was also very accommodating with including French music that we compiled (my husband is French).

Finally, I cannot say enough wonderful things about Andrea (Event Manager), Elyse (Wedding Coordinator), and the entire staff! I did not have a wedding planner, and they filled the job beautifully. I was so impressed with their communication. They responded promptly and warmly to every email, line-by-line, answering all my questions for months! They were so supportive and patient, and they seemed as invested as I was in having a wonderful wedding day and making everyone happy and comfortable. I am forever grateful to them and to Kennolyn for such a magical day!

We had a fantastic 3 day wedding event at Stone Creek Village, beautifully set in the redwoods with a very reasonably priced package of accommodation and food for our 75 guests. The staff were all very helpful and flexible and did everything to help everything run smoothly for us.

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Working with Kennolyn staff was easy and they were so organized and accommodating. Our wedding day was perfect and the venue is amazing!!

We couldn't have asked for a better, more beautiful and dreamy venue in the redwoods for our wedding. We were also sold on the all-inclusiveness of the venue. We worked closely with Janine on all the details leading up to the big day - she was very responsive and always had great suggestions for making our day perfect. I also had special circumstances given I was doing my own flowers, and I needed to be able to check in to Casa de Caldwell early - Janine and the other Kennolyn staff were flexible and were able to accommodate me! Jenn and Lauren were so supportive and helpful from the time we checked in to Casa de Caldwell - they took over handling of the final wedding details, and even put together some last minute decor so my bridesmaids and I could relax! They also arranged all the decor, put the flower centerpieces out, and even helped me pull off a T-Rex encounter/first-look prank - they did an amazing job! All of the food was delicious and plentiful - we chose the buffet option for dinner and all our guests loved it and were so happy they could go back for seconds (and thirds!). All of the staff went above and beyond our expectations to make it a fun and stress-free weekend - everyone was a real joy to work with. We only had one minor issue, which really doesn't reflect on Kennolyn, but since they require using Sound in Motion for a DJ, I will mention it here - The DJ selected for us by Sound in Motion did a great job on everything up until the last 2/3 of the dance party, where he didn't stick to our selection and the funk/soul train vibe we asked for - I had to request several times throughout the evening that he play certain songs. Although our friends could tell it wasn't our type of music, everyone still had a great time so we really can't complain. It would be nice though if there were more options for DJs. That said, Kennolyn was amazing and we're so glad we chose to have our wedding there; you wont regret having yours there either!

I can't say enough about how wonderful Kennolyn and its staff are. The venue itself is so gorgeous - it overlooks the ocean and is situated in the Santa Cruz mountains surrounded by Redwoods. The staff is incredibly helpful and responsive - we worked with Janine for over a year. During that year, she would respond to our emails within 24 hours and continuously make us feel at ease. She coordinated with our vendors the day of and made sure we did not have to deal with anything the actual day of our wedding. The actual wedding went off without a hitch and was the day we both dreamed it would be. We feel incredibly lucky to have chosen such a wonderful place for our wedding!

Our wedding was at stone creek village and it was a magical weekend. Everything went brilliantly, the service was exceptional and everyone was super friendly and kind. We felt very taken care of and the space amongst the redwoods made it all more magnificent.

The staff at Kennolyn was so awesome and easy to work with! I felt like they were looking out for our best interest and helped us have a great time with family and friends. Jenn, the coordinator, is super sweet and responds quickly to any questions or concerns you might have. She and her team will take care of your wedding day wishlist and it's so nice to not have to be in charge of the set up beforehand so you can just enjoy yourselves wedding weekend! They are pros at what they do and the site is beautiful no matter what type of weather. Have fun and congrats on your marriage!