The Knotty Oak

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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $15,000

Packages

Prices start at $15,000

Guest capacity

Up to 100 seated guests

About this venue

The oldest house in Philo (1888), it was Anderson Valley’s first post office and stagecoach stop that decades later was the Philo Pottery Inn. During the painstaking restoration we did using nearly all salvaged materials, its secrets and history began to resurface. We were constantly discovering little finds, over (personal information protected by Zola)'s old glass bottles buried on the grounds to the headline clad 1915 newspaper lined walls in the main house. It’s been part remodel and archeological dig. Now it’s ready to host events & make fresh memories for decades to come. A few years ago we were lucky enough to add 20+ acres of open meadow lands & forest contiguous to TKO for events & glamping and built an amphitheater by Indian Creek in the woods. We can host up to 100 and have have 12 bedrooms in three fab houses, plus glamping tents. There are so many ways to utilize the property and also vintage trailers and wacky Japanese cars to get creative with. Come see for yourself and be part of its evolving history.

Seated guest capacity

1-100

Venue type

Farms, Barns, Ranches
Historic Estates, Mansions

Venue setting

Covered Outdoor
Indoor
Outdoor

8550 Highway 128, Philo, CA 95466

Our event spaces

• The Meadowcino Retreet •

Meadowcino Retreet is a gorgeous series of meadows with an all redwood cocktail bar, bar tops, power, bathrooms and plenty of parking for your event.

Picture this: a huge ten acre dreamy meadow adorned with wine barrel redwood bars, and glamping tents available to accommodate groups large and small. As sun-kissed afternoons or moonlit nights weave their magic, you'll find yourself nestled among the shadows of iconic trees. So, come sleep under the watchful eyes of wise old oaks and redwoods, and let The Meadowcino Retreet be the canvas for your event. There is space to setup camp on, a band stage, wedding site, or dining. So many options!

Guest capacity

20-100 Seated

20-100 Standing

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

• The Redwood Hidey Hole •

The Redwood Hidey Hole, a whimsical and cozy elevated nook just above Meadowcino Retreet area, where elopements and weddings become timeless tales.

Amidst the majestic redwood grove, lovebirds can exchange vows in the embrace of nature's grandeur. It’s also the perfect spot for a corporate retreat breakout area with the trees whistling their song. Like all the sites, we can setup seating types and layouts and backdrops in any way you like.

Guest capacity

20-100 Seated

20-100 Standing

• The Knotty Lookout •

Stunning redwood deck with optional cocktail trailer.

Just beside the Backside area lies the Lookout - a large and beautiful redwood deck surrounded by whimsical woodlands and an adjacent bar and vintage trailer ready for festivities and merriment.

Guest capacity

20-100 Seated

20-100 Standing

Square footage

1,600

• The Knotty Backside •

Right in TKO's backyard lays its formal & wild garden...

... where you can host your wedding or event nestled around the rustic homes in close proximity to all the comforts of our main facilities. Like all the spaces this area can be set up with any kind of seating and tables you like, in any configuration. We built a bunch of redwood slab tables and have 4 20’ long Cypress tables milled onsite. It’s a great wedding area and also good for rehearsal dinners and outdoor meetings.

Guest capacity

20-100 Seated

20-100 Standing

• The Knotty Oak Homestead •

A modern take on a historic property. The original 1888 all old-growth redwood pioneer homestead. One of the true treasures of Anderson Valley.

4 bedroom • 4 bath two story original homestead built in 1888 and modernized with quirky salvage finds and niceties like heated bathroom floors throughout. Fantastic kitchen for chef demos, dinners, wine tastings...outfitted with a 48" Viking double oven range, Viking wine fridge, a pair of Thermador fridge & freezer columns, Bosch dishwasher, GE nugget ice maker, Nespresso machine. Each of the 4 bedrooms has its own vibe and the most comfy beds and bedding. Guests love these houses!

Guest capacity

10-30 Seated

10-30 Standing

Ideal for

Other, Warm and cozy

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

• The Sugar Pine Cabin •

The 1980 proprietor’s log cabin reinvented with vintage nods & retro-throwbacks.

3 bedroom • 2 bath two story real log cabin home outfitted with old SF Opera House doors, 1932 Anderson Valley yearbooks as wallpaper, heated bathroom floors, custom curtains, mid century furniture, beautifully outfitted kitchen with Thermador 5 Star stove, vintage 1930's GE fridge, GE nugget ice maker, Nespresso machine, Frigidaire Professional Dishwasher, wine fridge. This house gets rave reviews from everyone who has stayed in it.

Guest capacity

10-20 Seated

10-20 Standing

Ideal for

Other, Warm and cozy

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

• One-of-a-kind Vintage Trailers •

Unique & Unexpected

Step back in time and embrace the charm of yesteryear with our adorable vintage camping trailers. These quaint, meticulously restored trailers capture the essence of nostalgia and adventure, providing an intimate and picturesque setting for your special day. Nestled in nature, these cute trailers offer a whimsical backdrop for exchanging vows, as a photo booth station or cocktail bar, or hey, you can also sleep in it. We are happy to move them anywhere on the property for you.

Guest capacity

2-4 Seated

2-4 Standing

• Quirky Specialty Japanese Vehicles •

Unique & Unexpected - So many fun ways to use these cars!

Add a touch of humor to your wedding day with our collection of adorable vintage Japanese import cars. These captivating JDM gems redefine the concept of unique wedding transportation, offering a delightful blend of nostalgia and giggles. Picture yourself & your partner riding in style aboard a tiny yet utterly charming Kei truck, or the Jambulance filled with loudspeakers, Firo the tiny fire truck, the Royal Saloon Hearse with its custom ‘Flasket’ cocktail bar or the way too cute tiny VW van.

Guest capacity

2-10 Seated

2-10 Standing

• Indian Creek Amphitheater •

Step into a fairytale setting at the Indian Creek Amphitheater, where you might see a pixie under the majestic canopy of the redwood forest.

The epic outdoor area offers a breathtaking backdrop for weddings, events, or movie screenings. The wine bottle staircase is perfectly lined up with the altar spot to showcase your love’s arrival and the crooked French Bench is a sassy little lovin’ up spot. The private creek access is magical with frogs, fishes, wild grapes, and native plants. At Indian Creek Amphitheater, every moment feels like a scene set in an enchanted State Park-like setting, leaving your guests in awe.

Guest capacity

20-100 Seated

20-100 Standing

Square footage

5,000

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”