Mt. Woodson Castle Reviews
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4.9 out of 5 rating
90 reviews
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Tracy C. Sent on 09/02/2024The wedding of our dreams!
Wow, where to even begin! The moment my husband and I finished our tour of Mt. Woodson Castle, we knew this had to be our wedding venue. The castle itself is gorgeous and such a cool historical place to get married. The grounds are so well maintained--the oak trees, flowers and other natural foliage created such a beautiful and romantic environment for our outdoor spring wedding. It’s one of those places where if you wanted to, you could get away with very minimal decor and/or florals because the property has so much natural beauty just on its own.
The most appealing part of getting married here second to the actual location is the amazing team and resources that come with it! Mt. Woodson comes with a full service catering team and bar services (Personal Touch Dining), a day-of coordinator, organized rehearsal, venue manger support every step of the way with a production meeting to coordinate all the fine details, rentals, a room filled with complimentary decor you can use for your wedding day, lawn games for guests, etc. It was such an easy choice for someone like me who wanted choices and control over many aspects of my wedding, but appreciated how organized and painless Mt. Woodson made many aspects of the planning process by offering them in one place.
I would like to personally recognize Kelsey and Sophia (Mt. Woodson’s venue sales manager and event producer) for being so awesome and assisting me in planning this wedding via the multitude of emails/questions I sent their way! They were always prompt, kind, and extremely helpful. I never felt like I was being a nuisance and knowing I had an approachable team to reach out to was incredibly important to me. :-). I would also like to thank Kaitlyn for being the true MVP as my assigned day-of-coordinator and absolutely KILLING IT with her leadership, organizational skills, and attention to detail. She placed (and packed up!) all of my decor, organized basically every moment of the day, and made sure our wedding was as beautiful and perfect as we could have ever hoped for. You are a gem, Kaitlyn.Mt. Woodson Castle's reply:
Tracy! Thank you so much for leaving your kind words, we enjoyed working with you so much! Best of luck to you and Nate! xoxo -
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Mackenzie C. Sent on 12/30/2024Mt. Woodson Helped Me Plan My Perfect Wedding!
I was so impressed with the team at Mt. Woodson and all of their help throughout our planning process! I didn't have a wedding planner and I truly felt I didn't need one - Sophia, Kelsey and our day-of coordinators were so responsive and really walked me through the entire process from start to finish.
Mt. Woodson is naturally beautiful and we loved our ceremony under the oak trees and reception on the large patio! Having a lot of time for dancing during our reception was really important to us and Mt. Woodson was very accommodating and helped us to extend and maximize our reception time and space by moving the party indoors as it got later.
I thought that our wedding (June 2024) was perfect and I would recommend Mt. Woodson to anyone! :) -
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Brent Sent on 09/03/2024Perfection!
Our wedding couldn't have been more perfect! The venue was incredibly beautiful, and the personal touch dining team was simply amazing. They were so informative and helpful as we were planning everything and when the week of came, they were very communicative and responsive. On the day of our wedding, they took care of us, and everything! Everything went so smoothly and according to plan. The food was excellent! Thank you to all involved!Mt. Woodson Castle's reply:
Thank You for the great review, Brent! You and Clarissa were a joy to work with. Wishing you both the absolute best! xoxo -
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Ashlee B. Sent on 09/05/2024Loved Our Wedding at Mt. Woodson Castle
Our experience with this venue was amazing to say the least. We started off working with Peyton then we worked with Kelsey and Sophia who were incredible! They were very responsive and so so kind. They kept us up to date as we got closer to the wedding and answered any questions I had in a very timely manner. The venue was beautiful and the food was so tasty as well. My husband and I absolutely enjoyed our time at the venue and working with everyone. And our day-of coordinator Sam was the best hands down! She was on top of everything for us making sure the rehearsal went smooth, answered any questions we had, and always made sure we were good on our wedding day. I'm so thankful to have been able to work with everyone at Mt. Woodson and Personal Touch Dining. I wish I could do it all over again to relive our wedding day!!Mt. Woodson Castle's reply:
Thank you for your sweet review, Ashlee! We are so glad that you enjoyed your experience with us! We hope you and Steven are soaking up married life! xoxo -
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Samantha E. Sent on 09/21/2024
Perfect day
Mt. Woodson castlemade our wedding day perfect with flawless service and charm!Mt. Woodson Castle's reply:
Thank you for sharing your awesome experience with us, Samantha! We loved working with you and are so happy that everything turned out amazing! Best of luck to you and Phil. xoxo -
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Polina G. Sent on 06/12/2024Making Dreams Come True
Mt. Woodson Castle was a dream come true for my husband and I. This historical castle provided us with such an unforgettable fairytale-like wedding, and we are eternally grateful to the staff who made this possible! Kelsey, Sophia, and Kaitlyn worked hard with my husband and me to plan and coordinate everything to be "just right". They dealt expertly and kindly with my struggles as a DIY wedding planner, and helped ease the process along the way.
This venue's communication, kindness, professionalism, and overall dedication to each wedding is unmatched. It was a pleasure to work with them and celebrate my big day with them, and if the idea is ever feasible in the future, I would absolutely go back to this venue to celebrate an anniversary!Mt. Woodson Castle's reply:
Thank you so much for your kind words, Polina! You looked absolutely beautiful in that dress! We are so glad that everything turned out so amazing. Wishing you and Eddie the best! xoxo -
Precious G. Sent on 09/21/2024
My Dream Wedding 💕
I had an amazing experience with Mt.Woodson Castle. My husband and I got married there back in December 2023 and everyone is still talking about the amazing site, views and food at Mt.Woodson Castle. They have such amazing staff and would highly recommend booking here!Mt. Woodson Castle's reply:
Thank you, Precious! Your event turned our beautifully! We appreciate your kind words and hope you are enjoying life! xoxo -
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Kyle H. Sent on 08/31/2023Perfect Wedding Venue!
Our experience with Mt. Woodson Castle and the Personal Touch Dining Staff was absolutely amazing. We had a very specific vision in mind for our wedding and Peyton, Kelsey, and Sam all helped pull it together for us. They were very attentive when we had questions, returning our emails promptly. We had a food tasting, production meeting, and a rehearsal walkthrough to make sure everything went off without a hitch. The wedding day itself was perfect! Sam, our day of coordinator, pulled out all the stops to make sure my wife and I had everything we needed. Our guests were truly amazed at the production level, everyone told us how beautiful the venue was. We highly recommend this venue for couples who want to create the perfect wedding experience. A big thank you to everyone at Personal Touch Dining and Mt. Woodson Castle who helped make our day so special.Mt. Woodson Castle's reply:
Thanks again Kyle for this wonderful feedback, we really appreciate it. So thrilled to hear your special day and full planning process with us went off without a hitch. We loved working with you both. -
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Carly Sent on 06/21/2023Venue and Catering
This place is beautiful! We had our reservations when we looked on Google Maps and saw the golf course nearby, but it is a gorgeous venue with plenty of outdoor space. Our wedding was simply magical. We added some extra lighting through their preferred vendor that really made the reception area special. The venue partners with Personal Touch Dining for catering, and the food was incredible without having an outrageous price tag. They were very responsive to questions and were there to assist in making our vision a reality.
Downsides: Stairs can be tricky for older guests, they did not have a scale diagram of the reception space which caused a lot of unnecessary back and forth during the planning process to get it right, the 10PM cutoff time and lack of initiative in some planning aspects.Mt. Woodson Castle's reply:
Thank you Carly! These photos are so stunning. It was truly a magical day. We appreciate your feedback. -
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Sarah H. Sent on 07/20/2023
Mt. Woodson Castle is AMAZINGGGG!
Our wedding experience at Mt. Woodson Castle was nothing short of extraordinary, and we are absolutely thrilled to give this venue a glowing 5-star review! From the stunning oak tree site for the wedding ceremony to the exceptional service provided by the Personal Touch Dining staff, everything was simply perfect. Peyton, our Sales Manger and Day of Coordinator, was an absolute gem to work with. From our first meeting to the last dance, she made the entire wedding planning process a breeze. Peyton's warm and friendly demeanor put us at ease right away, and we instantly knew we were in good hands. She took the time to listen to our vision for the day and offered valuable insights and suggestions that elevated our wedding to the next level. Peyton's attention to detail and organizational skills were truly impressive. She flawlessly coordinated with all our vendors and ensured that every aspect of our wedding day was executed with precision. She went above and beyond to accommodate any last-minute changes or additions we wanted to make. The Mt. Woodson Castle itself was a fairytale venue that exuded charm and history. The picturesque castle provided a stunning backdrop for our reception, and the well-maintained grounds and gardens added to the overall beauty of the setting. Our guests were in awe of the venue's unique charm, and many remarked that it felt like stepping into a storybook. We cannot recommend this venue enough for couples looking to create an unforgettable wedding experience! Thank you to Peyton and the Personal Touch Dining team on creating such an unforgettable day! :)Mt. Woodson Castle's reply:
Thank you, Sarah! Your wedding was flawless and so much fun. I had the best time working with you both. Congratulations again!
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Kara R. Sent on 12/08/2022Best day ever!
Our wedding day at the Mt. Woodson Castle was everything we could have dreamt of and more. It truly was magical and perfect in everyway and the teams at both Personal Touch Dining and the Mt. Woodson Castle were amazing to work with. Peyton was the Sales Manager who helped my fiancé along in our journey and she always was so helpful, quick to respond and helped make the planning process as easy as possible. The Day-Of Coordinator, Kelsey, was such a gem and truly had such a fun, energetic vibe that made the entire day that much better!
The food was INCREDIBLE. And when I say incredible, I mean it... I promise you that it's not like your typical wedding food that is sometimes lukewarm and not visually appealing. This food looked and tasted SO SO GOOD. Plus, there were leftovers to take home at the end of the night so my new hubby and I didn't have to cook the next day, which was just such a nice touch.
I could go on and on about how amazing our day was here, but just to sum the entire review up - SAY YES TO THE CASTLE! I promise you won't regret it.Mt. Woodson Castle's reply:
Hi Kara! Thank you so much for leaving such great feedback about your experience with us at the Castle, and for sharing these stunning photos! So glad it was a dream come true. :) We loved being able to celebrate with you!
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Jennifer P. Sent on 10/14/2022
We had the most Magical Wedding at the Castle!
Mt. Woodson Castle and Personal Touch Dining made our wedding day extra special! Just as my husband and I did, our guests fell in love with the Castle as it is a beautiful and unique hidden Gem. The food was so delicious and using Amy Closet's for extra decor was so convenient!
We worked with Peyton and Brooke for the planning and Kelsey did an amazing job executing our rehearsal and wedding day. Peyton and Brooke were very response to all my questions and made the process simple and stress free. They both offered great advice from helping with the timeline, decor and made sure I was happy with everything.
For our rehearsal and wedding day, Kelsey was beyond amazing. She was friendly, organized and made sure everything was running smoothly. It felt like she as part of our wedding party as she just fit in perfectly with our group of friends/family.
For me, I have zero wedding regrets and that has everything to do with Mt. Woodson Castle and Personal Touch Dining and the entire team! I highly recommend celebrating any occasion here! :)Mt. Woodson Castle's reply:
Thank you so much for sharing these incredible photos, and sharing insight into your stress-free process with us. So glad we were able to execute the wedding of your dreams. Cheers! -
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Madison M. Sent on 08/11/2022Dream venue!
Mt Woodson was the first venue we looked at and we instantly knew it was the venue for us! We loved how unique it was and the history of the building. The pictures online don't do the history justice! We especillay loved the hand painted astrology room. All of the ceremony & reception spaces were amazing but we fell in love with the oak trees and the lower lawn for the reception. Another great part about the venue is how inclusive it is. The coordinators were so helpful in finding vendors for the things we wanted (marquee letters, specific arch, etc). The coordinators were very commmunicative leading up to the day and were happy to help answer all our questions! The provided lists of suggested vendors and that helped us so much since we aren't from the area! They also offer a lot of items from "Amys Closet" which has table numbers, card boxes etc. It was great to have access to these for our day. The day went pretty smoothly and we feel so thankful we found Mt Woodson as our wedding venue. All of our guests really loved it as well, we are not local to San Diego so it was a bit of a drive for some guests, but they all said it was very worth it and loved it as much as we did! I am so glad we got married at Mt Woodson and will have this special memory at this venue for the rest of our lives! I would definitely reccomend this for couples looking for a unique, affordable, all inclusive venue option!Mt. Woodson Castle's reply:
These photos are so stunning! Thanks so much for sharing. I am so glad we were able to host you and your guests at the Castle, and that it made your dream wedding come to life. We appreciate you! -
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Caitlyn Sent on 11/08/2022The best day
My husband and I were so happy with how our wedding day went. We had the best time and loved the venue. It is so beautiful, and the staff was extremely helpful along the way. We loved our day of coordinator Kelsey. Peyton was also extremely helpful with planning our special day. There were no issues throughout the day. Everything went perfectly!Mt. Woodson Castle's reply:
Hi Caitlyn! Thank you for your kind review. We loved working with you and are so glad to hear it was the perfect day! We loved working with you both! -
Loren C. Sent on 05/25/2022
Absolutely amazing experience
This is truly a hidden gem! My husband and I toured over 10 different venues before coming across Mt. Woodson and boy we’re we blown away as soon as we walked up. After officially signing the contract, Peyton and Brooke made everything else so easy to make my princess day come true. I am still in awe of how smoothly my wedding day went. I can not recommended this wedding venue enough, from the staff, to the beauty of the actual venue.Mt. Woodson Castle's reply:
Your wedding was absolutely beautiful and working with you to plan your Big Day was amazing :) Thank you for the lovely review, we really appreciate it! - Brooke & Peyton -
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Erin F. Sent on 10/07/2022Amazing, Magical, Beautiful, and Perfect!
Mt. Woodson is literally the best venue out there in inland San Diego. Peyton and her Team made everything smooth, fun, and and absolutely drop dead gorgeous! The food is to die for, the bridal suite is spacious and so pretty. The fact that your guests can wander the the different rooms in the castle makes this place so fun and unique for a wedding. When the sun sets between the trees it is so serene and provides the best lighting for pictures. Desert options are literally endless through Personal Touch Dining. There are so many options to choose from in different categories when planning your wedding here. It’s truly a magical experience. If you’re looking for a classy, rustic, and princess wedding vibe, this is your venue. My husband and I reminisce on our wedding day every day.Mt. Woodson Castle's reply:
Oh my goodness these photos are so stunning! Thank you for sharing them. Thanks again for celebrating your special day with us and leaving such great feedback!
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Rebecca Y. Sent on 02/01/2022
Lovely outdoor wedding
We loved our wedding here! Back in 2019 we planned our wedding for January 2021. Then the pandemic hit and we postponed it by one year. It was super easy and quick.
Leading up to the wedding Peyton, & Brooke were super helpful. They answered the questions we had, and put up with a lot of last minute changes that came about from the omicron surge (lots of last minute cancellations due to the surge).
the dress rehearsal was quick and easy too.
Then the long awaited big day! We've been waiting for this day for 2 years! the entire day went so smoothly. We didn't have to worry about anything. Peyton set up all the decor beautifully, and we loved seeing our guest book laid out. The reception went smoothly and all the guests commented on how beautiful it was. It really was! We loved the gorgeous trees and mountains!
The only slightly less positive thing is that I thought the food could've been better. It tasted great at the tasting, but the day of some of the items lacked flavor (namely the veggies and steak).
Other than that, we loved this venue and felt like it was the wedding of our dreams!Mt. Woodson Castle's reply:
Hi Rebecca! Thank you again for celebrating with us at the Castle! It was a gorgeous event. I enjoyed working with you both throughout the planning process, and bringing your event to life. I can't wait to see the photos!
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