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Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden
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21 reviews for Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden
OMG... Cutest little place ever. So nice to find little hidden Gem's in the Bay Area. Lovely spot to have a meditative walk or just sit and take a deep breath in.
This is a 'MUST GO" to spot in my book.
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What a gorgeous little hidden gem the Gamble Garden is! Driving through Palo Alto and needing to kill some time, I drove down Embarcadero and noticed a sign for this garden. Since I'm in the midst of wedding planning and am always intrigued by gardens, special hide-aways and the like, I pulled over and walked in.
It's free to the public, which is great. There are so few places like this and it's amazing to see so many pretty flowers, gravel walkways, fruit trees and succulents! There is also a small house on the property and part of the garden - as well as the house - can be rented out for weddings and private events.
While I'm already having my wedding at another gorgeous outdoor setting, this would be a great spot for a party/wedding of 75 guests or less.
I'm just glad I found it and can stop by whenever I'm in need of a little getaway right in the Bay Area. It's a romantic little spot too, so don't be afraid to drag your significant other along to stop and smell the roses.
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Two pairs of eyes connect, smiles begin slowly turning into beaming grins, and the way they looked at each other, it was like they didn't care that anyone else was watching.
I was lucky to discover the Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden a couple weeks ago when my friends got married here. I actually had no idea it existed in this quiet Palo Alto neighborhood. They have the most amazing weathered brick wall that I want to revisit just to take photos at. Beautiful flowers are abundant, and this awesome greenhouse that just looked phenomenal in photos.
Friends had a wedding for about 50 and the people there took care of pretty much everything. Bar area, table settings, bringing out the cake and catering. It was all very nice.
I guess this place has an extra fond place in my heart because I got to see two people I know and like so much share that "forever" look, so earnest, raw, and just nice. That's something you don't see everyday. Thanks Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden. *warm fuzzies*
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We had our wedding at Gable Garden's and it was a great venue - so many gorgeous photo opportunities. Perfect spot for a garden wedding. Please see my prior review for more details.
This update is to say - WE HIRED SUE CROSMAN FROM THE PREFERRED VENDORS LIST AND SHE DID NOT SHOW UP!!! We had no music for our wedding reception :( She had double booked the date and just didn't show (didn't even call). Please read my review of Sue Crosman if you want more details, but in short, we don't think any couple should have to go through what we did on and after our wedding day and therefore we believe she should be removed from the list.
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4/1/2009
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OMG! I am in love with this place! It's pretty much my dream garden and it's free! Usually there are only a handful of people scattered about, so you can enjoy sitting by a fountain and just chilling out in solitude. It's about 2.5 acres so the garden is bigger than it seems from the street.
They have fruit trees, veggies, beautiful flowers, a shady area, a little hut, fountains and a home you can go inside. I believe you can rent the house but I'm not certain. It's a nice place for weddings, anniversaries, and other special events. They even have little luncheons and a tea house.
I've driven by this garden thousands of times, for YEARS without ever giving it a second glance. Now that I finally have, I wonder what other great things I'm passing by because I've been too "busy" to stop and smell the roses!
Oh so pretty place that makes me feel super duper and filled with happy beauty smile *c*
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Adorable little garden, with pretty flowers and my favorite--a big bunny topiary. Walk through an archway of porcelain berries (they're so pretty--blue, purple, and green) which supposedly turn translucent later in the year.
Wouldn't be a place I'd go out of my way for, but definitely great for a quick romantic getaway and/or flower picture-taking.
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I was in a wedding last week and the ceremony took place at Gamble Gardens. Oh my goodness, it was beautiful!! If you are looking for a quaint establishment for your wedding ceremony, or you just want to walk through a beautiful garden, check this place out! The location is so picturesque and there is a sense of calm and serenity when you are there.
To walk through this garden could not be more magical. You are surrounded by gorgeous roses and bright colored spring flowers. The walking paths are great. They even have some fountains with fish.
The large house is beautiful, I found out you could rent it . I am sure it would be great for weddings or bridal showers. On the other side of the garden they have fruit and vegetable plants, Large Shade Trees and even picnic area which I always enjoy just watch out for the honey bees.
This place is great for any plant lover to stroll through or a day of discovery for the kids.
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Absolutely gorgeous place. Definitely the first place I've rated a 5 out of all the places I've been to. Though it's not a restaurant, it's still worthy of high praise. My parents found this place by accident last time they were Palo Alto and we went today to take a family day out. We took lots of pictures and I enjoyed the sunflowers a great deal. They're my favorite flowers and the place gives the book, The Secret Garden a run for its money. Okay that was exaggerating, but it definitely felt like the modern day "secret garden".
It's completely open to the public and it's taken care of by volunteers (from what I've read from other reviews). Take anyone with you or just yourself for a relaxing day.
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This garden is a hidden gem in Palo Alto, and a must-see if you're in the area. It is truly a beautiful place. Spacious, well maintained, and free. A great place to take a stroll, take pictures, or simply just to relax.
Bring your camera! :)
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I don't know who Elizabeth Gamble was but, a wonderful gift to the community was left in her name. My children and I have enjoyed picnics and walks in this wonderful place. Both my kids have always been taken with the large bunny topiary and the play hut made of branches as well as the coi pond. We've also attended the Nutcracker puppet show, a very well run event that kept my extraordinarily active little ones focused and attentive during the entire performance.
One event I really hope will be brought back is story time in the Rose Garden. In the past a Palo Alto Librarian has read stories in the Gamble Rose Garden at twilight twice during the summer. This is a great opportunity for a picnic and/or a relaxing wind down before bedtime. I'm assuming the library staff has not had time for this activity due to the major renovations at the Children's Library and all of the logistics around that in the past year. I really hope they bring this back! Regardless, visit this gem and peruse the calendar to find excuses to go back again and again. This is a wonderful place!
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I went on the tour of homes called "Harmony in Design". There was a great variety of garden types designed by professionals. At one house, I wondered why we were touring as the house had a garden that was basically a walkway around the house. Wow! When we got to the back of the home, there was a wonderful little zen area for sitting out and watching the sky and at the next turn there was a seating area with water fountains and candles. The next house had several types of gardens that fit well with the Victorian house. It was a wonderful tour and I can't wait until their next house tour.
Gamble Garden is the one of the few free entrance gardens in Bay Area that is very well maintained, and very involved in the community. It is located in the tree lined community of palo alto, with neighborhood homes all have well maintained yards.
Their spring time has got to be the favorite outings amongst garden lovers. I missed their cherry blossom, which was spectacular when I went last year. But the wisteria blooming is also very impressive. Check out the pics attached.
Really pretty when all of the flowers are in bloom. Bunny topiary is pretty awesome. Lawn bowling field on the other side of the garden.
nice chill place. There are so many flowers here. Nothing really special, except for the bunny shaped tree. that was cute. There are a few water fountains around. I took my mom here for mothers day outing. There's a parking lot in front of the garden that is kind of hidden, so we parked on the street. We wanted to use the restroom, but they were locked..My mom liked the place because of the shady areas there. There are picnic tables and chairs all around the garden.
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Went walking all around downtown Palo Alto and came across this place with the Boyfriend and Dog. We explored the place for a couple of hours, taking photos and looking at the strawberries, carrots, and other flowers. We found some plants that probably weren't suppose to be there. The place is like a hidden garden that has a huge variety of flowers, fruits, and vegetables. I can't wait to go back another weekend!
Maintained by volunteers and funded with donations, the Elizabeth F. Gamble Estate Garden Center can be found tucked away in a residential neighborhood near Stanford University off Embarcadero Rd in Palo Alto. The 2.5 acre estate was built in 1902 by a Procter & Gamble family member. They have a nice collection of Herbs, Perennials, Roses, Magnolia trees, a newly built greenhouse. They also rent their facilities for weddings. I wish I had had enough money back when I got married to reserve this spot. It's beautiful there. If you are in the Palo Alto area, make sure to stop by this special place. Spring and Summer are the best times to see everything in bloom.
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A wonderful place of serenity and beauty and growth, perfect for quiet contemplation or a heart-to-heart conversation. Go with someone you love--or go alone and think about those that you love.
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This is a beautiful little gem of a working botanical garden right in the middle of impossibly picturesque Palo Alto. It's relaxing just to walk thru the different beds and see the various stages of plant life, depending on the season. Huge topiary rabbit at the back of the garden, near the shed, plus there's a room where they have Japanese tea ceremonies. The Gamble house has a nice rose garden with a boxwood fence.
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Lots of beautiful plants and flowers and open to the public. There's even a handy small parking lot. A fun way to spend some time on a sunny day.
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