We have traveled to Sonoma County and Healdsburg many times in the past and always loved coming…read morehere... This place seals the deal! Cynthia runs a very beautiful place with great service and accommodations and top-of-the-line everything. Five stars all day long.

We stayed the night at Bella Villa which offers a genuine Italian experience, set against a…read morestunning backdrop of cypress trees. Tesia provided a warm welcome, showcasing exceptional attentiveness to our needs. We had unrestricted access to the property which included a lavish living room with a fireplace, a gourmet kitchen, dining room and an outdoor jacuzzi. We had the house to ourselves. Our bedroom was elegantly decorated featuring a fireplace and a beautiful four poster bedroom. Utterly romantic! Wish we had stayed longer as it was a perfect experience.

What a wonderful stay. I and my friends recommend Bella Luna for a lovely stay in Healdsburg. Thank…read moreyou to the thorough and professional owners.

Loved our stay at this charming inn, which is walking distance to downtown Healdsburg! Daniel is a…read morevery welcoming host who made many suggestions for dinner, and even hooked me up with an ice pack for my sore knee! Our very spacious room, named Amber, was immaculate and the owners thought of everything from having plenty of towel racks, a wall mounted blow dryer, conveniently located charging outlets, toilet separate from vanity area, well placed nightlights, pool towels, comfy beds & linens (Slept like a baby!) as well as the beautiful landscape surrounding the inviting pool! Also liked all of the decor including the Hawaiian shirt prints and decorative sunflower & waterlily art tiles in our room! Also, have to mention the eggs Benedict at the Costeaux French Bakery!! So delicious!! Best breakfast!! Yum!! We will definitely come back and stay longer next time to explore the downtown shops and restaurants or just relax and hang out at the gorgeous grounds of the Bella Luna! Thank you Daniel for our amazing stay at Bella Luna Inn!!

We stayed for three nights at the Grape Leaf Inn. I honestly can't think of much that could have…read moreimproved our stay. From start to finish, it was lovely. And I thank them. The staff was attentive and caring about the details. Breakfast was beautiful every morning! There were cookies every afternoon, and there was always a bottle of wine if you wanted it. The location of this inn is very close to downtown so you don't need a car. I will return for another stay!

This review is based on the price point I paid ($189) for one night. If I paid the normal rate…read more($300) I would've been more disappointed. This Inn is walking distance to downtown which is what drew us to this location. Ve was our host and she was very nice and gave us a short tour around the place. I was confused because we were told we could use the heated pool and then, when we went to go use it, there were multiple signs saying it's closed. The walls are thin, you can hear everything occurring in the hallway. Our room needed love. There was lots of dust build up, the television was extremely small, and the bed frame was very flimsy. The mattress was also quite hard and it was difficult to sleep throughout the night. I was looking forward to the speakeasy but it was closed throughout our stay. I'm not sure if it's closed for good or just wasn't open when I was there. There was no information given about it. We went out and came back to the Inn around 8 pm, there was an empty bottle of wine and dirty glasses sitting around the entrance area. I'm not sure if that was due to available tastings at the Inn or if someone just left it out because we were not informed of tasting offerings at the Inn. Breakfast was served between 8-10 and it was soggy French toast, warm yogurt and room temperature orange juice. All in all, I would not stay here again and I would choose to stay farther away at a nicer place.

My boyfriend and I visited the Honor Mansion on a Sunday, for a quick getaway to Healdsburg (we…read morelive in Sonoma County). While we aren't traditional "B&B" types with flowerly and overly feminine designs, we opened our minds up after reading all about the amazing experiences people have had at the Honor Mansion. Upon arrival at the Mansion we were greeted by Lupita, who is the manager of the property. She was extremely professional, extremely welcoming, and made our experience so special. The main Mansion is really lovely and had touches of traditional B&Bs (a parlor, a breakfast room, DVDs to borrow and a fireplace for chatting, rooms upstairs) with a modern, contemporary Victorian style. We stayed in Vineyard Suite #1, which is located in an annex near the main Mansion. The suite was exceptional. From the bedding (I think it was the most comfortable bed I have slept in and I travel for a living) to the bath tubs (TWO, count them TWO tubs - one a soaking tub inside and the other outside is a jacuzzi). A fireplace, big TV (we didn't even use!), wet bar (brandy anyone?), a beautiful huge shower that is big enough for a small family to live in, and a lovely, private back patio (again, jacuzzi tub). They anticipate every amenity and need you may have - and they do a great job at it. Wine was waiting for us in our room, but we instead enjoyed a glass of Dutcher Crossing offered at our welcome with Lupita. They also have appetizers in the evening in the Mansion. We walked downtown to Healdsburg for dinner at Valette, and took a cab back. Tea was delivered to our door in the morning with delicious homemade biscotti. After a relaxing wake up, we wandered to the Mansion for an exceptional breakfast. They have different specials each day - this day it was a Southwestern style omelette with cheddar biscuits (with a hint of jalapeno!). We also nibbled on fresh fruit and pastries. They can bring breakfast to your suite, but we loved the cozy breakfast nook and chatting with the friendly staff. Oh, and I forgot - MIMOSAS! They have the longest list I have ever seen of mimosas! We tried the mimosa of the month - pomegranate. It was high quality sparkling and the flavor was so great. You get two complimentary per guest, so enjoy. We walked the grounds and wished we had more time for bocce and warmer weather for the pool - pool side massage? Yes, please! We loved it so much we bought a gift certificate for my parents. Let's just say - if they don't use it, we will! An exceptional, romantic experience for fans of tradition and fans of the modern.

Probably the nicest place I've stayed at in wine country. We really enjoyed our stay at the Honor…read moreMansion. We loved the relaxed feel of this cute and homey B&B. Each room is a little different, we had the garden suite. It had it's own private driveway, many different outdoor seating areas and an outdoor jacuzzi. The room itself was very cozy. Breakfast is served every morning and there was wine and cheese each evening. Every staff member was very helpful and went out of their way to ensure we had a great stay. DVDs for your room, passes to the local gym or wineries, they had it all. The grounds are gorgeous and we took time to walk around in the grass and play bocce and try our luck on the putting green. So much fun. We had a wonderful stay here and it will be part of the plans when we return to the area, highly recommended.

As the owner of a San Francisco food review company, I believe a truly exceptional dining…read moreexperience begins long before the first bite. It starts with the reservation--the very first interaction with a restaurant. When I choose a fine dining experience, I want every touchpoint to feel special from beginning to end. Eliza, the reservation specialist at SingleThread, delivered exactly that. Her warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail made me feel like a VIP from our first conversation to our last interaction. Bravo to SingleThread for preserving something increasingly rare in the hospitality world: genuine human connection, thoughtful service, and a warm, personal touch. -- Manifestin4Life.com Ashley Rutberg

Tucked away in the quiet town of Healdsburg, SingleThread delivers the kind of experience that…read moreimmediately reminds you why it stands among California's three Michelin star destinations. From the very beginning of the meal, there was a clear sense of precision, elegance, and intention. The opening presentation was stunning, filled with an assortment of beautifully composed small bites featuring oyster, mushroom, sea bream, and a variety of other seasonal ingredients. Each bite felt delicate yet purposeful, showcasing both technical refinement and remarkable balance. One of the most memorable dishes of the evening was the bluefin tuna moriawase paired with strawberries. Normally, fruit in savory dishes tends to feel distracting or overly sweet to me, but the execution here was exceptional. The chefs managed to create a harmony between sweetness, tartness, acidity, and umami that elevated the tuna rather than overshadowing it. It was a dish that felt thoughtful, restrained, and incredibly well composed. The consistency throughout the progression of the menu was equally impressive. Course after course arrived with meticulous presentation and a strong sense of identity. Every dish felt polished and intentional, balancing visual artistry with flavors that were equally compelling. There was never a moment where the meal lost momentum, and the pacing allowed each course to feel distinct while still contributing to a cohesive experience. That said, there was one course that completely missed the mark for our group. The milk and honey dessert, which resembled a sponge cake topped with a whipped goat cheese foam, was overwhelmingly pungent and difficult to approach as a dessert course. The intensity of the goat cheese dominated every other component, to the point where it felt less like a composed dessert and more like being punched by a goat farm. Looking around the dining room, it seemed we were not alone in our reaction. Interestingly, when we mentioned that this was the only dish we did not enjoy, we were told, "if at least 1 out of 10 guests enjoy it, we consider it a win." It was certainly an unexpected response, especially given how polished and thoughtful the rest of the experience had been. Even with that misstep, the overall meal was exceptional. SingleThread succeeds in delivering a dining experience that feels elegant, immersive, and deeply personal. Between the artistry of the presentations, the balance of flavors, and the technical execution across the menu, it remains one of the most impressive three Michelin star experiences in California.

It was okay. The room was large and comfortable. Nit-picky…read morestuff: Every 10 minutes or so, there was the sound of a motor starting up and running for about another 10 minutes or so. It sounded like a large refrigerator condenser running, but not the one in our room. It was quite loud. This went on 24/7 and was very disturbing. Don't know what it was but it frustrated us immensely. Also, we try to be conscious of not having our room cleaned every day, so we asked for every other day, which in the time we stayed there worked out to be only once. They made the bed and left towels. They did not clean or replace the water glasses we used or the coffee cups and did not refill the coffee creamers in the room. The patio was lovely, but the chairs they had to sit on are torture devices. Metal bands for the seat were so uncomfortable. We had to take small pillows from the room to sit on. I'm sure we're not the first. Would we stay there again? No.

Only the good things about calderwood inn…read more The common areas of the inn are very cute and comfortable. Every afternoon there are freshly baked cookies and a bottle of wine for the guests to share. There is a beautiful front porch with comfortable furniture and it's very inviting. When we arrived we met our "inmates", who were sitting on the front porch partaking of the afternoon wine. We started talking and ended up having wonderful conversation with them every time we were together, which was in the afternoon and at breakfast. This was very special and doesn't happen as easily at hotels. The breakfast menu was posted several days in advance, and if you wanted to make an alteration, you needed to let the staff know. One morning they were supposed to serve breakfast burritos, which are not my favorite. I let them know and they served me an alternative which was perfectly adequate and enjoyable. I appreciated that. The Calderwood Inn is very close to downtown Healdsburg, and there is a wonderful walking path that leads you right to town. Easily accessible and quite nice. There is also Big John's market nearby. In case you're starved! You can easily walk over to Big John's and get anything on planet Earth. There is plenty of parking at calderwood inn and that's a plus. If I were to stay at Calderwood Inn again, I would definitely choose my room, and not leave it up to the innkeeper. Overall, a memorable stay.

Lovely place for an upscale lunch with beautiful views! The service is lovely and food - really…read moregood. I don't normally like trout but decide to give it a try... so glad I did! definitely recommended. Prices are a bit high however it seems to be the norm nowadays, worth it for quality of food, service and atmosphere.

The Ruse is a quaint boutique hotel not too far from the center of town. We had a lovely cottage…read morethat was perfectly decorated and the bed was big and dreamy. Great linens and very comfortable. A breakfast is included each day. We had lovely fresh fruit, yogurt and shakshuka. The tomato sauce was so delicious I dream of it! It tasted like they had just picked the tomatoes off the vine. The property has a pool, hot tub, bocce ball and even its own putting green. All the staff were friendly and helpful. Easy access to the freeway for a day of wine tasting. We did not use the concierge but it is a great amenity to have. Would recommend the inn to anyone looking for an elevated stay in Healdsburg!

My husband and I recently stayed here for 2 nights for our anniversary and loved it. Our room was…read moregreat and the Inn is the cutest. The breakfast service and food was incredible and we loved having our coffee delivered earlier (and then more coffee at breakfast time). The wine happy hour with lots of wine options and our own veggie and dips platter was delicious and fun too. We met other great guests and loved our stay. We'd also walk to downtown for meals and exploring which was a great walk and most of the exercise I got on this vacation... While we were there and planning our next trip back, we heard that they're unfortunately closing for 6+ months in 2025 since they have new owners. I really hope the same charm and all the special detail comes back to this spot when they re-open (and hope they're not closed for long!)!

The River Belle Inn is an incredible gem located next to the Russian River. It has beautiful suites…read morethat overlook the river as well as garden view suites. We stayed in the Alexander Valley Suite to celebrate our wedding anniversary. It has a large tub in the room that comfortably fits two and overlooks the romantic fireplace. It also has a comfortable king sized bed. Definitely a perfect room for a special occasion. A full breakfast is offered every morning and you get to select where to dine, such as the River Room (recommended), the dining room, garden patio, or even in your room. The menu selection is extensive and generous. Every evening there is a happy hour with a great selection of local wine and a snack platter that is delightful! They also serve warm chocolate chip cookies. This is an incredible to meet new people. Each night we had stimulating conversation with guests who traveled far and wide. We were late for dinner both nights because of the great discussions we had. Briana was the manager on site and she is incredible! She needs to teach a master class on hospitality. She thought of everything and was so warm and accommodating. We had a special and memorable time. The River Belle Inn goes above and beyond to create an experience you will remember and talk about for awhile. Looking forward to our next visit to River Belle Inn.