Mt. Woodson Castle - Ramona, California

Tracy Price

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. <3. Thank you Mt. Woodson!

Ashlee Doboe

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!!

Polina G

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. The food was great, the bartender and day-of-coordinator were so amazing, the rooms were detailed and stylish, and the venue space is just to die for! It was a pleasure to celebrate my big day at Mt Woodson Castle, and if the idea is ever feasible in the future, I would absolutely go back to this venue to celebrate an anniversary!

Jennifer & David

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! 🙂

Caroline Courtney

I recently had the most enchanting wedding at the picturesque Mt. Woodson Castle, a fairytale-like venue that provided the perfect backdrop for our special day. The entire event was flawlessly hosted and catered by the exceptional team at Personal Touch Dining. Their unwavering professionalism, support, and expert guidance were invaluable throughout the entire wedding planning process, making it an unforgettable experience. I owe a huge thank you to the amazing wedding planners, Kelsey, Sophia, and Kaitlyn, whose dedication and attention to detail made every moment truly magical.

From the moment I set foot on the property, I was captivated by the timeless beauty of Mt. Woodson Castle, and our guests were equally impressed. The venue's ambiance and charm made it an unforgettable setting for our celebration. As for the food and drinks – they were simply divine! Personal Touch Dining's culinary offerings exceeded all expectations, delighting our guests with every bite and sip. Their recommended vendors, who were equally exceptional, ensured a seamless and professional event, adding to the overall magic of the day.

I cannot recommend Mt. Woodson Castle and Personal Touch Dining enough for your wedding. Their commitment to excellence and attention to detail not only made our day perfect but also alleviated so much stress throughout the planning process. Trust me, choosing this venue will be one of the best decisions you make for your special day. I am endlessly grateful for the exceptional service and support they provided.

Brent

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!

Luzye Photography

I had been waiting to photograph a wedding there, and it finally happened last week! I had "Google scouted" the castle, but the venue and spaces were even more beautiful in person, almost magical, especially after dusk. The castle is huge and full of photographic gems, which made for the perfect setting for my client's wedding day. Aside from the aesthetics, I appreciated the onsite parking, prompt service, and helpful staff. The contracted coordination and catering company (Personal Touch Dining) takes pride in what they do and delivers exceptional service. I will be recommending this venue to future clients who may be looking for an enchanted oak forest and gorgeous architecture for their wedding backdrops.

Thank you, Dani, for being such a genuinely caring and skilled coordinator!

Janae Price

The wedding reception was beautiful. I loved roaming through the castle walls peaking into different rooms. This location has a very unique setup for the wedding party. It was pretty awesome inside of the castle and outside. It was nice having something to do while we waited for festivities to begin.