The prestigious town of Woodside is set amid huge redwoods. Woodside Store, after which the town was named, was the center of logging activity in the early 1900s. Woodside is known as a horse community and boasts many equestrian estates, as well as gorgeous mansions. You can also find some small mountain cabins on ΒΌ acre lots. The Woodside School District consists of one elementary school, which ranks in the top 10 percent of the state and is a California Distinguished School. Woodside residents enjoy countless outdoor activities including hiking and cycling. The town also features Filoli Gardens, a beautiful and famous estate, open for tours and special seasonal events.