Hidden Acres Events Reviews

Words cannot describe the love I have for this place and team. Sofia is amazing, her time and attention to detail made our wedding run smoothly. Everything from our tour to the day of and everything in between. The venue is beautiful We got married on the Bella Terra side in September. Food was amazing. Our guests won’t stop talking about the food. You won’t be disappointed with how well organized each step of the planning process is. Food tasting appointment was one of my favorites. They provided many resources and vendor suggestions. You feel like family at hidden aceres and they want your day to be special. I highly recommend booking a tour, you won’t be disappointed!

We looked at more than a dozen venues and absolutely fell in love with Hidden Acres the moment we saw it. The venue is gorgeous and such a hidden gem, plus the staff is incredible. Sal, Scott and Sofia were phenomenal and went above and beyond to ensure our wedding was magical. We greatly appreciated how flexible they were with everything and handled all of the details for us. Their all inclusive package was a life-saver, plus we got to add our own touches to the day so it didn't feel cookie-cutter at all. We loved the vendors they worked with as well and found the entire planning process to be fun and enjoyable. The food was delicious as well - everyone raved about the tri-tip shiitake mushroom, pesto chicken, charcuterie spread, bacon wrapped chicken pops, and mushroom cheese quesadillas. If you are wanting something that is surrounded by nature with a little pop of elegance, Hidden Acres is the perfect venue.

My wife and I were searching for a venue that had everything we wanted and Hidden Acres had EVERYTHING that we could have imagined. Every other venue we looked at didn't have what we wanted for except here.

Even from the beginning, we fell in love with the secluded property that has a stunning backdrop of the San Bernardino Forest. We received nothing but compliments from all of our guests and how beautiful everything was.

Sofia was EXTREMELY helpful throughout the whole process and was in constant contact with my wife and I. Everything was perfect from the DJ to the food to the flower person. Sofia gave us a list of vendors to contact for additional things we needed (DJ, flowers, Cigar Roller, Cake) and all of them knew exactly what we were looking for. Just having Hidden Acres and Sofia made planning a wedding in 6 months SO MUCH BETTER.

I recommend Hidden Acres to anyone that is looking for a venue that you don't need to hire a wedding planner for. Sofia was an amazing wedding coordinator and helped with EVERYTHING and on the day of, she had it down to a science.

My wife and I were nervous about "wedding food" but Hidden Acres had an amazing chef and the food was SOOOOOOO GOOD. We had bruschetta, wedge salad with bacon bits, Italian chicken marsala, scallop potatoes and julienne mixed greens.

Honestly it's hard to write down how perfect Hidden Acres and Sofia were, but I recommend them to all of my friends who are looking for a venue.

Hidden Acres is the most beautiful venue! The mountains and scenery were perfect. Everything went so smoothly the day of and everything was beautiful. My wedding was everything I wanted and more! The food was delicious! It was just perfect, on every level. Sofia made everything so easy, we felt no stress planning or on our big day! Everything flowed so perfectly. They have everything there to help you plan your perfect day! We're so happy that we were able to celebrate our special day with all of our family and friends at this beautiful place.

When we booked with hidden acres, we felt very good in our choice and were very happy with the venue we chose. Pretty much all inclusive, beautiful area my wife and I really loved and felt as though it was a good price point making it a good deal. A big seller we found very appealing about this venue is their security they offer. From meeting at a wedding convention, they described their security to be very professional and tell potential clients that they check in every person who pulls up to the venue on a guest list provided by the bride and groom and if persons are not on the list, they get turned away at the gate. No questions asked they will not be allowed on the property. Biggest Lie as a company which I will get in to later.

Looking back on our big day, we wish we would’ve cancelled and saved our money due to many issues with management and the ways things are done at this venue.

We unfortunately had to change the date of our wedding due to Covid. We felt it would’ve impacted our big day negatively if we stayed with our original date in 2021 so we postponed it to 2022. When we signed our contract, we were told we have one free change of date. When we decided to change the date of our wedding, we were told that we had to pay an additional 2500$ on top of our original cost. We had our wedding completely paid off by this point so we tried to negotiate a lower price or if there was any way to forgo the changes we had to implement due to this pandemic, but we were told that we had to pay because it was an out of calendar year date of change. Whatever. We paid made sure we got the additional services(photo booth) and just went on with the process. Paid in full the extra on top of what we already paid no questions asked.

Next comes final detail. Everything was gone over and all details for our wedding day where documented in further writing for reference. Come our wedding day, it seems as though everything we had gone over on final detail day was completely disregarded and ignored. We were asked when we would like the bar open on our wedding day for our guests to start enjoying drinks. We asked for drinks to start being served at 4pm, an hour before our ceremony start time. Come day of, no drinks were served to any guest before ceremony, including myself, until our day of coordinator, Cortney(who was amazing to my wife and I), got on top of things after my best man and I were denied a drink and I asked her what’s going on? Next issue is going through your contract, you’ll be told that the first round of drinks will be on the venues tab for both bridal parties. As I ordered my drink I asked if my groomsman can now have their beers as it should be on the house and I got told I don’t know let me ask. Therefore I had to run back to cortney to get another issue handled. This was the first of many things that I had to ask Courtney for help with during our wedding instead of just enjoying my time and the company of our loved ones

Last MAJOR issue, coming back to the topic of security, which is now bringing me to sadly write this review as my wife and I will never forget what happened cause it completely took over the entire wedding. We discovered our card box (full of memories we will never get to look back on and money) was gone. My wife and I both got on the phone to call all 100 guest that attended (also the security miss counted our guest and said we had an 85 count found out he didn’t check in everyone) and notify each person what had happened and that we were waiting for video footage. We were told twice that there was security camera footage( the venues camera system, and a separate system which only the owner had access to) to which they back tracked and told us oh we’re sorry they’re not working or they were never turned on. There was never any footage due to power outage so heads up if you book that they are negligent in making sure it’s operating again after the outage which seems to happen very often.The security provided by the venue was promised to keep us safe and he did not. He allowed a young man to come on the property, not a worker or a part of our guest list, during the time the box went missing. We questioned his vehicle and why he was there and it was just brushed off and he wasn’t even a concern to the manager cause he was the boyfriend to her daughter, and when we questioned why he was on the property, the security staff stated, “he comes all the time, he’s no worry.” As if breaking our contract meant nothing to them. My wife never once pointed the finger at the venue staff following the disappearance of our card box with money but they seemed to be okay with pointing theirs during every conversation saying “we can vouch for our staff. Are you sure it wasn’t someone who was apart of your wedding?” Every opportunity they had when we tried gathering information about the box missing was a chance for them to blame our family and friends. It’s very sad how they conducted business handling this as they broke contract by also allowing another group of unwelcome guest to stay on the property during our event and didn’t disclose it to us. I think letting people besides our guest was very distasteful of security and the owners they broke their promise and put my guest in danger. We don’t care who did it but the venue did not hold their promise and were not of help to provide us information like our family was able to. The security was able to remember guest by name and who drove what car but they couldn’t even provide us with any detail of a guest leaving with a rather decent sized white box

We had an amazing wedding. The location is so beautiful. The area around was shaded and kept it cool even with the high summer temperatures in July. The Chef was amazing everyone loved the food! it was so tasty, we opted for a buffet serving and it went by so fast everyone was severed with plenty of food in a timely manner. The bar was a hit, the bar tender was so helpful she went above an beyond to help us even with bustling my dress multiple times. The DJ was very energetic she got everyone involved and made the environment fun. The photo booth was a big hit so fun only BIG down side to that was the Wi-Fi was not connected and only received two pictures I emailed the phot booth person twice and still the pictures were not updated. The cake was ok it would be nice to go with another vendor but it is included in the package and even if you go with another vendor you still have to pay them the same price. The florist they recommend is truly amazing she does amazing job and does it from the heart! I would highly recommend this venue that staff is so amazing I would suggest getting married there and doing the reception there I was disappointed I didn't do both there.

Hidden Acres is just stunning, beautiful views from every angle, it was definitely the perfect place to host our outdoor wedding. The nature aspect provides countless photograph opportunities (we also had our engagement shoot here!) and gives you a more private atmosphere than your typical ballroom. It's a little bit of a drive up the mountain but it's completely worth it. None of our guests had issues with the drive or the lack of cell phone reception.

Another big pro is they have all-inclusive packages which are a huge help during the planning process. Their food and cake selections are very tasty to say the least! Our guests always rave about the entrees when reminiscing about the wedding. They also have a handy preferred vendor list for anything not included in your package.

Their staff is amazing! Sofia and her team are very helpful throughout the planning process and are great with communication. We had a couple of last minute changes the day of due to the weather, but Sofia and Deanna made everything go very smoothly! I couldn't have asked for a more perfect wedding.

Hidden Acres is just breathtaking, beautiful views from every angle, it was definitely the perfect place to host our outdoor wedding. The nature aspect provides countless photograph opportunities (we also had our engagement shoot here!) and gives you a more private atmosphere than your typical ballroom. It's a little bit of a drive up the mountain but it's completely worth it. None of our guests had issues with the drive or the lack of cell phone reception.

Another big pro is they have all-inclusive packages which are a huge help during the planning process. Their food and cake selections are very tasty to say the least! Our guests always rave about the entrees when reminiscing about the wedding. They also have a handy preferred vendor list for anything not included in your package.

Their staff is amazing! Sofia and her team are very helpful throughout the planning process and are great with communication. We had a couple of last minute changes the day of due to the weather, but Sofia and Deanna made everything go very smoothly! I couldn't have asked for a more perfect wedding.

I had the most beautiful wedding Sofia and Francesca are very attentive took care of us always answered our questions Sofia was my day of coordinator she was amazing made me and my husband feel extra special I can't thank them enough Sofia made me feel worry free the venue is beautiful the food was amazing all the preferred vendors we chose were amazing and helpful. We booked 2 years in advance everything went smoothly. I highly recommend

Wow! Let me just say that what I’m about say does not justify this place.
I had my wedding July 21, 2019 and it was such a memorable day which is all to the help of the staff at hidden acres. Sophia and Deanna are very very amazing people. They make your special day stress free and cater to you like no other.

In my case I actually showed up first rather than my future husband, and right when I arrived they made sure my future husband was no where near me until I walk down the aisle. The venue I selected was called belle terra, I fell in love with this venue and how much greenery was surrounding the area.
At the time I arrived I headed to my bridal room where there was mimosas and sandwiches available for myself and my bridemaids.
Through out my whole wedding I had no stress of any kind everything was handled by the staff at hidden acres.
If I could give more stars I would because this venue is amazing! All my guest mentioned how beautiful my wedding was and how the FOOD was amazing, which typically is always a dilemma at weddings. Some of my guest even got up for seconds and some even took food to go.
If I could do it again I would, with hidden acres! Thank you so much.
If your a new bride I extremely recommend you to go to this venue! You will definitely love it as much as your guest. Some of my guest want to get married here which says a lot about the location. You will not regret it! I mean it!

Hidden Acres is the most beautiful venue. It is a hidden gem in the Inland Empire. I just had my wedding last weekend for 260+ people. It is a rustic dream wedding.

Pros:
- Staff is responsive over email and phone.
- Bartenders are super nice and open to suggestions.
- Easy to decorate because the venue is naturally beautiful on its own.
- They are really flexible.
- Easy to get whatever rentals you need.

Cons:
- No WIFI or cell service; but I didn't mind that guests were off their phones the whole time.

A huge thank you to the staff of Hidden Acres!! My daughter’s wedding last weekend was everything we dreamed of and more. I couldn’t have asked for better people to plan a wedding with; Cindy is fabulous and went above and beyond to make sure everything was beautiful. Sophia, Francesca and Deanna made sure our every need and detail was taken care of the day of and made my daughter feel as special as she looked beautiful on her dream wedding day. Matt, the bartender, went out of his way to serve our guests and ensure it was an event to remember!! I would highly recommend Hidden Acres; you won’t find a nicer group of people to bring your dream to life.

My husband and I just got married this past weekend at Hidden Acres (Bella Terra) side and we both were just amazed with the reception, customer service they provide and everything in general! The venue leaves you speechless when you first see it. Sofia is truly an amazing person to work with and very communicative! Bianca my wedding coordinator was very sweet and would accommodate all of our needs the day of the wedding! Seriously mega pleased with everything. All of our guests loves the venue and even with no reception, it’s an amazing place to get married. we truly had our perfect wedding and couldn’t be any more happier with have chosen Hidden Acres. Trust when I say, you’ll be very pleased to choose this place :)

Stop right now because you have just found the perfect venue for your big day!

My wife and I fell in love with Hidden Acres from the very beginning; I know this a big decision and it can be nerve wracking trying to find "THEE PLACE" to host your wedding, but we've been there and done that - take it from us, this place is magical.

Now I know what you're thinking, I can't just pick a place based on one review from a stranger, but we are very cautious people, too, and we don't like to jump into things without giving it some thought first. We also don't like to throw away our money, so we researched numerous venues after our first walkthrough, but it felt like God just kept leading us back to where we began, Hidden Acres.

Other venues didn't live up to the hype. They would disqualify themselves from our short list by providing poor customer service, failing to communicate or offering little value for the money they were demanding - one was even going under renovation during our wedding date. Besides all that, though, we just knew deep down we were always meant to get married at Hidden Acres.

We finally decided to pull the trigger and we signed our contract in early February. We were able to customize a plan that worked for our budget and Hidden Acres provided us with a payment schedule that we could afford.

Twelve months of planning came to fruition on January 20th 2019 and it was a night my wife and I will never forget. We have received so much praise from our guests in regards to the venue, the food (people actually got up to get seconds, and we've been to plenty of weddings,now, we know wedding food typically isn't very good), the decor, the staff, and especially our day of coordinator, Sofia.

Honestly, Sofia is worth her weight in gold. She went way above and beyond to make our wedding special and as stress free as humanly possible. She was such a pleasure to work with - we were confident that with Sofia backing us up, we could cut loose and enjoy ourselves. Please, do yourself a favor and make an appointment to tour the property, you won't regret it. Remember to tell them Paul & Kandice sent you!

It was a pleasure working with Sofia alot is included in the package which means less stress.
beautiful location but there is a shoting range not to far so we did hear gun shots during the ceremony
perfect for all who love the outdoor theme

Hidden acres was the perfect venue for our big day. We got married on the bella terra side after struggling to figure out which side to choose. The whole property is beautiful and either side you choose will be perfect. Not only is the venue beautiful but the staff are Amazing and took so much pressure off of us. Francesca and Sofia are fun and sweet and they accommodated our needs throughout the entire process. The vendors they use and suggest are also amazing! The DJ played perfect music, the chef made excellent food, my flowers were beautiful and vibrant and our photographer...the most beautiful photos! We received so many compliments on the venue and everything that came with it. We recommend this venue to everyone.

We had our wedding at Hidden Acres on 8/19/18. It was a beautiful day. We were married on the Bella Terra side. Our guests could not stop commenting on how beautiful the venue was. The ceremony was intimate with the sun setting behind the mountains and our reception was magical with romantic lighting surrounding the dance floor. Hidden Acres also works with great vendors that made our day complete with a DJ that got our crowd dancing, a cake that we wish we could eat every day, and flowers that accented the already gorgeous venue. Sofia did an excellent job coordinating and organizing the day with us and we felt like the venue represented us very well. We highly recommend this venue if you are looking for an affordable outside venue. This venue is a real hidden gem.

Hidden Acres was the most perfect place for our wedding. We're an outdoorsy couple, so this place's natural and rustic feel were perfect for us (we were on the Lakeside part of the venue; there are 2 locations to choose from). Hidden Acres is tucked back in the San Bernardino Mountains just a little bit, and it's so peaceful and away from all the madness of the city. Sofia and Francesca are so professional and on top of it, so everything went smoothly. I couldn't have asked for a better wedding venue and event coordinators!

Hidden Acres was everything we wanted in a venue and more!

We were looking for a beautiful outdoor venue surrounded by nature where we could dance the night away under string lights and Hidden Acres did not disappoint. We were married here last month and our guests raved about how beautiful the venue was, how delicious the food was, and how great the whole evening went! Francesca did an amazing job coordinating the event and was always there to answer questions and provide guidance from start to finish. Everything came together exactly as we imagine!

The venue includes your delicious food, beautiful flowers, amazing cake, and DJ...saving you time and money and reducing the stress of planning and coordinating vendors. There are two beautiful sites to choose from and we got married on the Bella Terra side where everything was recently renovated and picture perfect.

I honestly can't say enough good things about Hidden Acres and Francesca! You need to book your wedding here!!

Hidden Acres is the most amazing venue! A true hidden gem! The place is just gorgeous with such an amazing setting. We looked for over a year before we found Hidden Acres. The staff and the attention to detail that they brought to the table was bar none. This coupled with the beauty of the place allowed us to have the perfect wedding. I would highly recommend Hidden Acres. You can tell that they love what they do and they do it well!

Hidden Acres is truly a hidden gem,

October 15, 2017
After visiting a handful of venues that were either way over priced (hidden fees) or not anywhere near aesthetically what their photos showed, my husband and I were getting so discouraged till one day we literally googled "hidden wedding venues" and Hidden Acres popped up!

After touring the venue, we were able to have a great discussion about budget and expectations with Francesca. She was so honest and accommodating and assured us she would take care of us during this time. We felt so comfortable with her and were so excited to book with Hidden.

Hidden Acres was a perfect balance of included services, and DIY freedom. To top it off the food there is insanely good; we had such a hard time nailing down food options because they all tasted so good!

2 months before our wedding my mom had a heart attack and was scheduled for a long recovery in the hospital. We weren't sure till the day before if she was even going to be able to attend our wedding, but amidst this unfortunate situation we knew things would go smoothly on our big day. Francesca even texted occasionally to check-in on my mom and see how we were doing, and helped figure out a wifi option for face-time with my mom at the hospital.

There were a few scheduling issues, but Francesca ( or Sophia the manager) would always be prompt to call us, and figure out a solution, and also work with our schedules.

Long story short, Francesca and all the staff we encountered at Hidden Acres were so friendly, easy to approach with questions & concerns, and so sweet.

Thank-You for helping make our dream wedding into something obtainable.

Sincerely,
Stephanie

Hidden Acres in Summary
Great Value
Delicious Food
Friendly & Helpful Staff
Beautiful Grounds
Included services
DIY opportunities

I was married here in October 2016. I was one of the first weddings there after this company had taken over the venue after much fiasco from the previous owner. And let me tell you, these ladies did a phenomenal job! Everybody was in awe of our wedding! They upgraded many decorations for us to give me my dream wedding! They went above and beyond expectations! We got married on the lakeside of the venue. They’ve upgraded and done so much in just the year they’ve taken over. I highly recommend this venue if you’re looking for an outdoor wedding!