After reading the owner comment, I feel the need to point out that we had (GASP!) a smoker among…read moreus. He was visiting our beautiful state from New Mexico. He never smoked inside. I was pregnant and very sensitive to secondhand smoke. I would never sit (sleep) inside with someone smoking. It was raining all weekend and I was inside most of the weekend hanging out or sleeping. No wine tasting for me! My husband wanted the option of internet access since it was raining the whole weekend and we would be spending a lot of time indoors. The owner had been parked smack dab in the middle of our first dinner and no closer to gaining us Internet access after several hours and some house guests felt funny having a stranger in the dining room/living room among this tight knit group of friends so one member of our group took it upon herself to ask her to leave. No internet and no on-line poker for hubby all weekend, much to his dismay!

This place is lovely, but the owners are horrible! We stayed on the same weekend (with the same…read moregroup -- full disclosure) as Tracy A. Great accommodations for a group of our size (12 couples, I think) in two lovely houses with major amenities. So we had communal meals with everyone in the large house, cooked dinner both nights we were there. Evidently this was considered "a party" by the owner, who did ding the group for part of the deposit. Frankly... I think she was just cranky because she spent a couple of hours there on Friday night trying to get internet access to work (unsuccessfully). It's really too bad that we will NEVER go there again. As I said lovely, but be careful if you accidentally break one of the RULES by mistake!

My wife and I had always talked about how one year, we would like to go out to northern Sonoma with…read moresome friends and rent a house in a vineyard. This was the year it happened. Pezzi King has a guest house on the estate overlooking the working winery. The house has 4 king bedrooms, each with its own bath. (One of the bathrooms is across the hall from its room.) And each bedroom has a door opening to the outside with tables and chairs nearby. This worked out great as it allowed 4 couples to go on the vacation. We were together but each had our own space if we wanted it. There was satellite TV hooked up in each bedroom, but no TV in the main common area. Come winter, the fireplace would be nice. The weather was beautiful so we spent most of our time on the deck looking over the vineyards and winery. Two nights we grilled out on the deck's BBQ. There is a full gourmet kitchen if you would rather cook inside; almost overkill for breakfast. There is a hot tub which was used a couple of evenings after dinner. The drive up the mountain to the house after dark can be a little nerve rattling due to some of the hairpin curves. Biggest issue was that the house wi-fi was spotty at best. Most days we couldn't even connect. All in all, we had a good time and made lots of great memories.

This place is ethereal. My friends and I rented Riverstone Ranch this past weekend for a birthday…read moreand were completely blown away. The estate is located on the banks of Russian River and only a pleasant 20 minute walk away from Downtown Healdsburg. We arrived after dark to find our friends around the fire pit enjoying some incredible barbeque. I was pretty impressed even with my first walk through of the property in the dark! There are a series of elegantly themed cottages surrounding a main Queen Anne Style home. Whoever decorated this place is a genius. Every corner has a unique detail to discover! There is a rooster house with all kinds of adorable pieces and an Oak house with a tree through the kitchen! The spread out cottages allowed for privacy and serenity. I've never slept better! In the morning, I woke up surrounded by the electric colors of fall. I also noticed that the estate was surrounded by all kinds of colorful fruit trees and vegetation. None of us wanted to leave! Sweet sweet escape. It only took us an hour to get back to San Francisco! I can't wait to go back!

Not cheap, but spectacular! The owners have spared no expense in remodeling, and it shows; a great…read morelocation overlooking the river, with all the amenities. We had 19 of my extended family staying there for a wedding, but with multiple buildings, there was room to spread out so we weren't always in each other's hair. And with a heated pool, ping-pong table, (gas) fire pit, horseshoes, grill, patio+decks (plus frisbee golf in the works), there's something for everyone to do. Truly a wonderful getaway and special treat for my sister's wedding weekend. My two small tips for the owners: 1) buy a few pool toys like noodles and inner tubes, and 2) put a small fence around the frog pond so kids can't fall in.

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.

I can't say enough amazing things about this bed and breakfast. The owner and her family make this…read moreexperience everything you would want wine country to look and feel like. The grounds of the property are extremely beautiful and full of picturesque flowers and gardens. The rooms are spacious, perfectly decorated, not a speck of dirt and equipped with everything you need from toiletries to a mini-fridge and even some freshly baked cookies/hand written note to go along with check-in. The star of the show (if you don't count just the beauty of this place) is the breakfast offered each morning. You're greeted by some of the friendliest people and provided an over the top experience to start your day. Fresh coffee, yogurt, juices, breads, scones and a full meal are provided for you each AM. All these fresh and delicious items are served on stylish china to add a little something extra to the experience. The location is exactly in between the town and the wineries. Nothing was more than a ten minute drive away and you only need to take one road to get there. We throughly enjoyed our time here and plan to bring back friends and family to this hidden gem in Healdsburg!

We recently enjoyed our second stay at the Belle de Jour Inn; and it did not disappoint. The new…read moreowners are charming, and truly made us feel welcome. Some smart improvements have been made, and they certainly displayed wonderful Covid safety precautions. The Morning Hill Room is a delightful and cozy room which we highly recommend. The hosts had homemade cookies and a personalized note to welcome us to the room. The breakfasts (and the gracious company of the hosts) were wonderful. We will not hesitate to stay here again when we are near Healdsburg.

I had to Yelp this awesome place because we wouldn't have found it searching all the usual channels…read morefor B&Bs in Sonoma/Russian River (i.e. Farmhouse Inn, Healdsburg Inn, etc.). This place is a fabulous hidden gem about ten minutes from downtown Healdsburg and only a few minutes from nearby wineries. The cottage is situated at the end of a long driveway, overlooking rolling hills that you'll find in this part of Sonoma. It's a clean and comfortable home converted from an old barn, where the owners now live. And they've done an amazing job updating the one-bedroom with a new bath, modern appliances, a large flat screen tv, and even a mini-kitchen stocked with local croissants, jams, and organic teas... But what got me is that unlike so many wine country B&Bs that look cute online and end up feeling corporate in person, the place doesn't feel contrived or pretentious at all -- it's relaxing, romantic, and rustic (how's that for alliteration) in a very real way, which is exactly how a weekend in wine country should be done. Also, gotta love how spacious and warm the place is, even in November (our favorite time to do wine country...). It was just two of us this weekend, but the place could easily host up to 6 with the two queen-sized futons in the living room mean. If you're able to, check out the cute gardens full of local produce all around the home and if you're lucky, you may meet the most awesome Yellow Lab ever. Did I mention the owners even make their own organic honey -- how sweet is that?

I definitely reiterate the sentiments from the first reviewer. This place is a find!…read more It's the perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of city life - relaxed, quiet, and quaint. Whether you're asleep in the ridiculously comfortable bed, munching on croissant and jam on the breakfast patio, or meandering through the adjacent gardens, this is a serene base for a Sonoma getaway. The cottage has the amenities and space to host a family or pair of couples for a week-long vacation, but it's convenient location and reasonable price are also perfect for a couple just looking to spend a weekend wine tasting and enjoying idyllic "downtown" Healdsburg. As for dinner, don't miss Willi's in town!