Reviews

of our Hilltop Hacienda Weddings

““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!"

- Rebecca
Married Summer 2023

“Between booking and the wedding, we enjoyed several fun events like the wedding overview day and the details meeting. The overview day was a blast--meeting vendors, sampling the food we'd enjoy on our wedding day, and exploring all the beautiful spaces Kennolyn has to offer. The bridal area was lovely for getting ready, the groomsmen had a fantastic time in the groom's suite, and the ceremony and reception spaces were perfect.”
- Mackenzie
Married Summer 2024

“After a couple months of frustration, we ended up stumbling upon Kennolyn Hilltop Hacienda and when we saw it for the first time, it honestly took our breath away. Covered in hacienda tile and overlooking the ocean, it felt just like our favorite place. A little Santa Barbara replica in the Santa Cruz mountains, perfection!"
- Nikki
Married Spring 2022

"We had our wedding at Kennolyn Hilltop Hacienda this summer and we were completely thrilled with the experience from start to finish. The staff was so responsive - our coordinator Elyse even answered our email on a holiday. It was the most beautiful day we could have possibly imagined.”
- Katelyn
Married Summer 2024

"We got married at the Hilltop Hacienda & it was a lovely venue! I did not hire an outside planner, & in the year leading up to the wedding Elyse & team were so helpful answering all of my questions. Thank you for a magical day!”
- Elina
Married Summer 2023

“Had my dream wedding here, my bridal house is spacious, the wedding site and reception site are beautifully decorated. The staff were helpful. Best pick for wedding venue!”
- Grace
Married Fall 2018

“The value includes an secure site surrounded by unparalleled and endless beauty, a hacienda, a courtyard, a terrace, an expansive lawn area, a redwood grove, the Casa and Casita, an event coordinator who is as good (if not better) than a topnotch wedding planner - along with her equally incredible supervisor and colleague, a "Sound in Motion" DJ (excellent), fantastic food and wine, sweetheart table and lovers' seat, guest tables, linens, chairs, china, etc. , heaters, fireplace, fountains, sun canopies, guest parasols, bistro lighting, multiple arbors, dessert serving dishes! Most of all, what you will receive is a Kennolyn Team who is as committed as you are to making your Wedding Day a Dream Come True!”
- Kenneth
Married Fall 2023

“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.”
- Emily
Married Fall 2024

“Kennolyn was the most magical place to have our wedding. The staff were phenomenal and supportive. Our guests were well taken care of and everything went smoothly! Highly recommended and you will have an amazing experience if you go with Kennolyn for your big day!”
- Casey
Married Spring 2024

“Wedding here was lovely, staff super helpful & efficient, food excellent. Views of Redwoods and sunset over the ocean. Perfect.”- Allison, Mother of the Bride
Daughter Married Spring 2025

“We could not be happier with Kennolyn! The venue is absolutely stunning and every bit as beautiful as it appears online. The staff are all wonderful and they made the entire process flow seamlessly. Our wedding was a dream, and six months later we are still getting comments from guests about how beautiful it was and how much they enjoyed the day. We look back on the whole process- planning, preparing, and the day itself- with fondness and joy, and we are so grateful for the Kennolyn team for making it such a breeze. If you are considering having your wedding here, do it! We would do it all over again in a heartbeat”.- Emily
Married September 2024

“Getting married at Kennolyn was our dream come true. Kennolyn was the first venue we toured, and we ended up cancelling our tours for other venues because we knew it was the one. The views here are stunning. You can see the ocean from the hacienda, and are surrounded by Santa Cruz redwood beauty. Our guests had so many wonderful things to say about how gorgeous it was! But the setting was not even the best part of Kennolyn. Their staff is top notch. Our coordinator was Deirdre, and she was so great to work with. She was super communicative and accommodating, and provided regular check-ins to make sure we were prepared for wedding day. On the day of our wedding, she made everything go off without a hitch. From pinning my dress for me when the bustle broke, to tracking down guests, and even going out of her way to drop off the leftover cake that we'd forgotten to a local bridesmaid--we were so appreciative! We had a guest with a few unique dietary restrictions at our wedding, and Deirdre made sure to communicate that to the cook beforehand to ensure there were options she could eat. The cook even took the time to speak with our guest at her table, and provided her with a separate dish to accommodate her needs. Those small details made all the difference for us. We also loved the food, and were stoked that Kennolyn had so many decorations that we were able to borrow so that we didn't need to provide much ourselves. We definitely recommend this venue for anyone who wants a picture-perfect Santa Cruz wedding!”

_Rachel
Married August 2024