Everyone in Sonoma and Napa know about The Grape Leaf Inn. This twelve-bedroom b&B has great accommodations, a delicious breakfast rivaling anything you could order at a breakfast/brunch place, great amenities (with Aveda soaps, shampoos and conditioner), very welcoming and a friendly, full-service staff. GUESTROOM- THE CHARDONNAY (5/5): The room was SO cute-- it was in the gables of the house and featured two rooms (the bedroom and a little "livingroom / sitting" area with a small bed, couch and chairs.) and a bathroom with two sinks and a spa / hot tub. The best part about this guestroom was the skylight. You could pull down the windows from the slanted gables and let Sonoma's sunlight spill into the room. It was so great to wake up, open the skylight, soak in the fresh air (away from all the noise and pollutants from the city) and watch the clouds float above the house. SO peaceful and quaint. I loved the hot tub too. I wish the bathroom had skylight windows (or even a TV). http://www.grapeleafinn.com/rooms_chardonnay.html LOCATION: The Grape Leaf Inn is really close to Downtown, so it was really easy to walk to great places to eat and hang out. The location can't be beat! Love it. There's plenty of parking as well. LOGISTICS: You get two keys when you check into your room: one for the room and one for the house. The house is really big-- 12 bedrooms. During the evening, the house is super quiet (it's a little errie because the house is so big and you can hear all the little creaks) and the innkeeper shuts off all the light. It's an open door policy, so you can still wander the house, the kitchen and the little rooms and study areas that aren't occupied. When I was downstairs at night, I had to turn on all the lights to the rooms (and shut them off after I left, of course). BREAKFAST (5/5): We started off with a tropical fruit dish (cantaloupe, watermelon, melons, berries) and a "double-shot" of fresh mango with some bubbly. We drank our OJ and coffee in cute "Grape Leaf Inn" mugs and moved onto our next dish: a salmon, french toast panini with an egg baked in a small ramekin and nestled in freshly grated Parmesan cheese and herbs and grilled salt and pepper pineapple slices. The little sauce bowls of chili lime sauce and hollandaise sauce were perfect complements to the panini. NOT DOG FRIENDLY: This place would be even more fantastic if it were dog friendly. Maybe something to consider... :P DECOR / FEEL: The owners who decorated the Inn and added their personal touches (e.g., books, certificates, wedding photos) did a great job! The stained glass windows, the beautiful furniture and all the little things made this place a pleasure to stay at. I loved it! read more

A potentially important caveat: we stayed at the Grape Leaf Inn this weekend through a deal on Jetsetter which made the room rates about $268 (with tax). I'm not sure that had anything to do with our experience, but I wanted to state that at the outset. I must confess to being a bit baffled by the glowing reviews of this place. I suppose if you are a B&B person, the Grape Leaf Inn would fit the bill. I personally wasn't impressed. We checked in and were given the Sangiovese room which is RIGHT behind the reception area. Once we closed our door and realized it made zero difference in sound transmission, we asked to move rooms. Unfortunately the Inn was full so they couldn't move us but assured us the Sangiovese is one of their most frequently requested rooms. I remain uncertain as to why that is given that its placement means you can hear everything going on in the Inn (reception staff, people coming in late at night, water running in the rooms above, people gathering in the morning, etc) and have very little privacy. Lesson learned: for privacy, stay in a hotel, not a house. We looked forward to the wine tasting in the speakeasy but we all (my fiancee and I were there with another couple) found the wines, made by the owner, truly terrible. As in, we took a sip, grimaced and had to set the glass down. The owner took the guys into his private cellar but they were frustrated that he wouldn't sell them anything--including bottles listed on their "for sale" list. When we came home from dinner (around 8:45pm), we took some wine into one of the side living rooms. However, after a few minutes, a couple came in and headed to their room which was right off that space and indicated that they would try not to make too much noise. Needless to say, we vacated immediately, but it just underscored the lack of privacy. Not everyone is looking for that, of course, but if you are, this isn't the place for you. After a fitful night of sleep, I woke up hoping breakfast would redeem things and then we'd be on our way. It was pretty much inedible, and this is from 4 people, at least 3 of which eat just about anything. The mango starter had unripened mangoes and the main course featured a cold crepe filled with an overly rich/sweet mound of cream and bananas, a bland (actually, bad) sausage and a bizarre gorgonzola creme brulee. I don't think anyone took more than a bite or two. Breakfast finished with strawberries in balsamic dressing and pound cake. Why the balsamic? Strawberries are lovely, especially for breakfast! No need to drown them in balsamic! I think perhaps the cook was overly ambitious or tried to make this meal more fancy/upscale than necessary, with pretty bad results. Toast, some basic eggs and fruit would have been much more appealing. We certainly enjoyed ourselves in Healdsburg, but that had far more to do with great weather, an excellent dinner at Barndiva and wonderful company. I won't be returning to Grape Leaf Inn. read more

This place has *beautiful* rooms. We stayed in the Chardonnay Room, which is a small suite, with a king size bed under the gables of the house. There's a small stained glass window above the headboard. Everything in the suite seemed to have a personal touch, from the wallpaper to the small antique side tables. Each room has it's own unique feel. The bathroom had rectangular jacuzzi tub, which was really nice to have. While it says "two person", it's a bit cramped with two. Maybe two petite women would be comfortable, but with me and my 6'4" boyfriend, it was slightly small. Still nice to have, though! We never used the couch... It was valentine's day weekend... we were in bed a lot... ahem. Moving on! Where was I? It was a beautiful couch... A gorgeous room over all. Service was wonderful. It's run by a lovely couple, and they have a gentleman who is available, and awake at night, should you have any questions. He helped me find a cork screw in the kitchen at about 11pm! The community areas are great too. Many couches, hot chocolate at all hours, and tons of board games. My only complaint was this: The breakfast... It's considered a bed and breakfast. While the breakfast was certainly beyond a "continental breakfast" I could not consider it wholesome, or nutritious. It was something like a very sweet berry cobbler, where the topping was a bunch of scones. Then there were the individual yogurts, much like the ones you would put in a kids lunch. But they were not the healthy ones. They were the super sugary, corn startchy ones. They did have good orange juice, granola, a great tea selection, and coffee in a dispenser. So I suppose you could say it was a "homemade" breakfast. The homemade part being the scone cobbler. But it didn't cut it for me. For $275 - $350 per night, I expected far better food. So, over all, I really wonderful place to stay. I might be back, but first I'm going to see if I can find a place with real breakfast. When those places are fully booked, I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. read more

High expectations that were generally met - but the (high) price tag means I probably won't be back. A friend's wedding at Trentadue coincided with my birthday - so we decided to splurge on a little B&B night away in Healdsburg. I found Grape Leaf Inn through Jetsetter and was excited to be spending less ~$250 for a night in Healdsburg. When we arrived, we found out we had been upgraded to a night in the Mouse House (normally $600/night). Fantastic! (The only downside would've been if I'd been anticipating walking to/from downtown Healdsburg for dinner/drinking.... but luckily that wasn't the reason we booked here.) The Mouse House and the other cottages are located several miles north from the main Grape Leaf Inn. Tucked away on their private vineyard are three little cottages -- an amazing private escape. The Mouse House was a single room cottage decorated warmly and made me wish we could've spent more than a night there. Two negatives: 1) There was no shade on the "front door" and at night, I felt rather uncomfortable that anyone could look in.... granted, this only allowed peeping toms to look into the little kitchen-area hallway and closet area. But still, an oversight that should be fixed. 2) When we headed back after midnight from my friend's wedding - we had to use our iPhone flashlight app to make our way from the driveway to the door. I would've otherwise likely broken an ankle maneuvering the path in my high heels. We missed the highly acclaimed breakfast (they only offer it in a 1-hour time window) - I wish they could've had a "to-go" option for latecomers. Overall, a nice getaway -- but for that regular price of $600, I could get a night at the Four Seasons in Maui! read more

Stayed here for a weekend with my boyfriend after grabbing a livingsocial deal. This place is amazing! The building is recently renovated but retains its quaint vibe. Our room (Gamay Rose) was on the first floor, but only one other couple was staying at the inn, so it was quiet all weekend. The room had a king size bed, cable TV, and jetted tub. The inn had little delights like wine and cheese hour from 4-6pm and the hidden speakeasy behind the bookcase, but location is probably the greatest thing about this place - it's literally 2 blocks from downtown! Also free tastings at all of the Wilson Artisan wineries if you stay here. Service here was great as well - check in, daily housekeeping, and breakfast. Breakfast was amazing both mornings. Fresh orange and grapefruit juice - as good as it gets! Would definitely stay again. read more

Couldn't wait to get home to write a review. Bed was so comfy (obviously most important when sleeping somewhere!) I was there on business and could only stay one night which was a bummer. But honestly, best experience. The overall atmosphere was amazing, so welcoming and friendly. The breakfast was to DIE FOR and the chef beamed his love for his creations. The entire staff I had minimal interactions with but the one I did were amazing. This is such a unique place to stay and I can't wait to make another trip up! It was my first night away from the family in a long time so I headed to the Ravens Film center (walking distance) and saw a movie. They have limited titles showing but who cares. Either way I'll be counting down days until I can go up there and actually enjoy the whole stay. Good job you guys! read more

We've stayed at the Grape Leaf Inn twice now and I know we'll be back again and again. The first time we went for a weekend away in Healdsburg and the second was for our wedding earlier this month. Veronica, the innkeeper and all the staff were so kind to us. The hotel is beautiful - the perfect mix of an old beautiful building that's been remodeled with new furnishings (I wish I could steal the bed and bring it home with me). Their breakfast is delicious as is their happy hour - A winery comes to pour their wines and they put out a beautiful charcuterie plate in the lounge. In the basement they have an amazing little speakeasy where you can bring your own bottle of wine and relax at the end of the night. The Grape Leaf is such a special spot and we can't wait to return. read more

Do not leave without playing in the speakeasy! I decided to treat the Frenchie to a weekend in the Healdsburg wine country to show him that we have it just as good. Unfortunately, I've spent too much time with toe curling Medoc and Bordeaux, so everything we tasted was so harsh and too young by comparison. Richard and Kay were very sweet and accommodating and the room was great full of nice touches. The jacuzzi itself was to blame for my not seeing much of the town. read more

We really enjoyed our stay in the Grape Leaf Inn. We came here to celebrate our two years anniversary and enjoy the wine road barrel tasting event. The inn is positioned perfectly and just a good distance away from the Healdsburg Ave and the plaza area to be private and close at the same time. We stayed in the Merlot room (which is one of the higher end ones) and it was wonderful. The room design is very unique, two skylight windows just over the bed to watch the beautiful sky after you wake up, very large and easy to use hot tub and what seemed to be a potential great breakfast that we missed. Recommended for a young couple on a romantic getaway read more

My husband and I had a really nice time "getting away" at the Grape Leaf Inn this past weekend. So much so, that I was inspired to finally "yelp" instead of reading everyone else's "yelps". We were greeted warmly upon arrival and made to feel at home by one of the gracious owners, Richard. As an added bonus, we enjoyed freshly baked (and delicious, mmm... ) chocolate chip cookies while we checked in. The public area of the inn was spacious and elegant; it felt like entering someone's beloved Victorian mansion instead of an inn. Our room was clean and comfortable, with a gas fireplace and huge jacuzzi tub for two. And all rooms are unique (we stayed in the "Viogner"). The inn is a large, renovated, 1800's era Victorian. The style of the room reflects this with it's antique light fixtures and period appropriate decoration, but all the amenities were quite modern. It was quiet at night for peaceful sleeping, and there was a comfy, cozy king sized bed for curling up and reading. We went to Healdsburg to drink wine and eat well, and the Grape Leaf Inn helped us out with this by being very conveniently located close to the square and the wine trails. And speaking of eating the included breakfast was amazing. We started off with fresh mixed berries in a balsamic reduction with a goat cheese lemon souffle, moved on to a french toast panini filled with smoked salmon and gruyere and a chili-lime dipping sauce, a side of sea-salt-sprinkled grilled pineapple, and a dessert of homemade strawberry ice cream. Yum! All in all, a great experience, and highly recommended if you are looking for an upscale but unpretentious inn in Healdsburg. read more

Our wedding party and parents stayed here last Sept and it was a wonderful experience. Ve, who runs the front desk, is an absolute treasure. A groomsmen forgot his pants (oops!) and she was kind enough to find it so we could come get it. But no, she actually drove it up to the wedding venue, along with the bride's shoes!! She was so kind and we felt like she was part of the family by the end of the weekend. The food was delicious for our buffet brunch for 80, the rooms were beautifully appointed, and I can't imagine a better situation. We can't wait to return for our anniversary. read more

My fiance and I had the most pleasant stay at the charming Grape Lead Inn during our quick visit to Healdsburg. I am so happy that I found such a lovely bed and breakfast to spend the night at right in the center of downtown Healdsburg! From the gourmet prepared breakfast to our adorable Victorian style suite we couldn't of asked for a better stay. I would highly recommend the Grape Leaf Inn to all of my family and friends and I am already planning my next visit. Thank you to the entire staff especially Oce and Tim for a wonderful stay! read more

These the the things I look for when I want to stay at a B&B: 1. Decor - the place HAS to feel clean and classy 2. Breakfast - has to be unique and delicious 3. Massage - has to have couple massages 4. Service - has to be friendly and attentive This place fulfilled all my requirements!!! I stayed at one of the bigger rooms and it was really nice, it felt really clean and it comes with a nice bottle of wine. We had 3 courses of breakfast every morning and it was very tasty and I loved the presentation. We also got the couple's massage in the wine cellar and that was the highlight of my day!!! There are few few things that can be improved but we LOVED the owners so much, I will leave it got. It's a MUST go place when you want to stay at Headlsberg. read more

We had a great stay at the Grape Leaf Inn for our anniversary! Delicious breakfasts on a spacious wraparound porch overlooking their gorgeous garden. Beautiful swimming pool area had comfy relaxing chaise lounges with umbrellas, & the swim spa was kept at a perfect 92 degrees :) We loved being able to borrow their bikes/helmets to tour Healdsburg and bike past some wineries. The staff was friendly and helpful. Overall fantastic place to stay!:) read more

Our group of friends- couples and singles - recently enjoyed our first gathering in more than a year at this charming B & B and it couldn't have been lovelier. Comfortable and well-appointed rooms in a beautiful setting within easy walking distance from downtown Healdsburg. Breakfast was delicious and they were very accommodating of gluten free dietary restrictions . Look forward to visiting again soon! Nancy L. read more

I Just spent a wonderful 3 days with my husband and 2 grown daughters to celebrate my 70th birthday. We stayed in the Mourvedre and Rousanne bedrooms. Both had deep tubs and fireplaces. Very warm and cozy. The breakfast every morning was the best I've ever had in a bed and breakfast. Fresh juice, cutup fruit, perfect bacon and french toast, made with Bread from Cousteaux Bakery and eggs cooked a different way everyday. All the people that worked for The Grape Leaf Inn were most helpful, from reservations, arrival times and check-outs, and the kitchen and housekeeping staff made us feel welcome and had their own personal touches. The locations was good too, just a 2 block walk to the Healdsburg Square. read more

We were here in early May, to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. What a gem of an inn! V, the hostess, was so warm and welcoming. Our room was the Cabernet Sauvignon, located on the 2nd floor. The room was small and had pitched ceilings which made walking around the room a little awkward for my husband, but it was adorably appointed and charming. A warning: the shower was a combo shower/hot tub and as a result you had to essentially "climb in" to take a shower. This would not be good for someone older. If you arrive between 4-6, there is a nice wine tasting with delicious wines and hors d'oeuvres. A nice way to kick-off the weekend. The following morning, breakfast was AMAZING with freshly squeezed orange and grapefruit juices, a yogurt/granola/fruit bowl, a choice between a savory or sweet entree and a freshly baked item. (Coffee, tea, etc. also available.) Our food was divine, as was the nice young man who took great pride in its preparation. I looked forward to it each morning! We chose to spend the day riding a tandem bike we rented from Wine Country Bikes, located a 20 minute walk away. (Highly recommend this locally owned business - they were awesome!) Since the Inn is owned by Wilson Winery, we had the perk of free wine tastings at their various locations. We made it a point to hit 3 of them: Mazzocco (enjoy your wine tasting in the garden - so lovely!), Wilson (beautiful views, nice but somewhat inattentive staff) and Pezzi King (wouldn't make a special trip to this one, but it was next to the bike shop). Lots of wine tasting adds up, so the free tastings offered by Wilson Wineries was a nice treat and we enjoyed it. The inn was located within walking distance to the town square and had lots of street parking in addition to the lot on the property. We enjoyed strolling through the neighborhood and relaxing in Healdsburg. Would definitely recommend the Grape Leaf Inn and look forward to coming back one day! read more

We stayed at the Grape Leaf Inn for 2 nights for our anniversary. It was a wonderful B&B. We checked in late and they had an envelope waiting for us outside so that we could get into our rooms without bothering anyone. The breakfasts were AMAZING! Some B&B's don't put a lot of effort into the breakfast, the Grape Leaf goes above and beyond. The breakfast was a 3 course affair with scrumptious homemade smoothies, french toast, a salmon/egg panini that was to die for and other items. The coffee was terrific, the OJ very good. I loved chatting with the other guests in the morning while my husband went for his morning run. The evening wine tasting was also a terrific bonus. It was held in this amazing wine cellar (or speakeasy as they call it) hidden by a very nifty bookshelf door. Richard was fun to talk to and knew a lot about the wines he was pouring. After our 27 mile bike ride earlier in the day, it was nice to have a few sips of some good wine before our dinner plans. The staff was very friendly, and it is apparent that the owners put a lot of effort into restoring the house and making it homey but not too folksy. They let us keep our expensive road bikes in their garage since we couldn't fit them in our room and didn't want to leave them on the car. It was a clean, comfortable room (though we were in one of the smaller ones). They even put chocolate covered strawberries in our room with a card wishing us a happy anniversary. Overall, it was an outstanding stay. We would definitely stay there again - its close proximity to the town square make it super convenient. We went during high season (October), so it was a little more expensive than I would have thought, (especially for their cheapest room), but we did get a lot for that money. read more

Grape Leaf Inn is a charming B&B within walking distance from downtown Healdsburg. Great location and the Inn is very cozy. My boyfriend and I came after a long days work on Friday and we were greeted with a warm welcome letter as we had missed the normal check-in time (5-6pm). Our Sauvignon Blanc room was small facing Johnson St. The bathroom was especially tiny. I would have preferred a room with a larger bathroom so I could spread all my toiletries out, but it was ok. (I mean how much time are you going to spend in the bathroom?) Bed was extra fluffy and comfortable. Breakfast was very filling. I'm a yogurt, fruit, and granola kind of girl and the 3 course breakfasts were almost overwhelming. Lots of fat and sugar as some of the other reviewers had mentioned. I think the heavy breakfasts are a good way to start a day of wine tastings, but my preference would be to have a hot breakfast buffet. I was really looking forward to the wine tasting in the Speakeasy, but they weren't having one that weekend. Instead, they left us a bottle of wine in our room, but I was still disappointed that they canceled the wine hour. Our concierge was really helpful and set up a great tour at Michel-Schumberger Winery which we really enjoyed. I would definitely stay at the Grape Leaf Inn again because of the location and overall charm, but given the price I think I'll have to wait for a deal. read more

This place is a little slice of heaven. Great service mixed with an incredibly cozy and peaceful vibe. Well done.

Lovely lovely getaway in the wine country. Wonderful extras like wine, a speak easy and warm cookies! read more

Yoka the innkeeper was extremely accommodating and kept fresh flowers everywhere. That is a little lost on me, but made my significant other extremely pleased. Breakfasts were wonderful and the speakeasy through the hidden bookcase door was a hoot and not to be missed. I was skeptical of the family of vineyards associated with the Inn, but when we finally made it to Wilson, Pezzi King, and Mazzocco each was better than the last and truly standouts from our tasting experiences. The Zins at Mazzocco were wonderful, rich jammy... I want more. We will stay here again at our next chance. read more

My wife and I have been coming to Healdsburg for a while and I for a number of years before that. I have seen the town undergo some real changes as it went from a sleepy out of the way locale with some cool wineries to a destination with even more wineries and a plethora of outstanding restaurants. With popularity comes increase in prices, and at times a decrease in quality. This is NOT the case with the lovely Grape Leaf Inn. Some hotels, boutique hotels and B&B's in this part of the state are outrageously expensive. The Grape Leaf Inn is quite reasonable. What's more the location is close to the center of town but on a quiet street that allows for a good nights sleep. The Inn is a charming Queen Anne style structure with all required modern 21st century conveniences. Except the WiFi which is substandard. However, since we came to get away from the day to day distractions that require us to be plugged in, the slow WiFi was simply not an issue for us. Breakfasts were made to order and top notch. I find it impossible not to over eat in Sonoma. Wine tastings in the afternoon and a fabulous speak easy bar with hidden door in a book case make this a fun place to stay. A sweet place to hideaway for a weekend or to use as a base to explore the area. Thumbs up, we will be back. read more

We made a reservation very last minute at the Grape Leaf Inn and not only did they give us an awesome deal but they treated us like gold. Our room was gorgeous (Syrah) and every detail from the awesome Speakeasy in the basement to the breakfast we were served out on the deck was fabulous. There was easy parking, wifi, tv's, comfortable beds and the list goes on and on. When we arrived, they were so kind to give us a map and some recommendations for what to do in town. The walk was only about 5 minutes to the square and did not disappoint. I would stay here again and again and recommend to anyone that asked about Healdsburg!! read more

Was never a fan of B & B's until someone dared me to try GLI. Outstanding stay. Room was comfortable and super clean with character. Sitting area with the day's wine tasting was a great place to meet other guests from around the world. Jessica, the Manager, was a true professional and guided me to the best restaurants, diners and dives. They even lent me a bike to roll to town and back. Highly recommended. read more

Got away for a last minute birthday surprise to the Grape Leaf Inn. LOVED our stay here!! Our room - Chardonnay - was on the top floor and was a delightful attic dormer type of room - super cozy, with a great bathroom with huge tub and a nice sitting area and wonderful views over the town from the windows. I felt like I was in a small French village! The breakfast the next morning was SENSATIONAL!! The chef was very engaging and visited each table to recite the menu which was extensive with a variety of crepes and waffles, (with gluten free options) and eggs and bacon - which we chose and they were done perfectly and with a lot of care and attention to detail. YEAH Grape Leaf!! Very much appreciated your hospitality! read more

Thank you Yelp! Only after my negative review did I receive credit for the purchased gift certificate. I stand by my review and will not return to the Grape Leaf Inn. read more

This is without a doubt my favourite B&B in the area. The owners are hands on, gracious and full of superb recommendations. The breakfasts are tasty, nourishing, plentiful and sustaining (important for a full day of wine tasting). They also have great wine tastings in the evenings (down in the wine cellar - entered in by opening up the bookcase/door that hides the entrance). Sometimes they have the tastings hosted by a local winery which I have always found educational and entertaining. It is walking distance to all of the fantastic restuarants in down town Healdsburg. Just don't book this for Barrel tasting weekend (the first weekend in march - the best event up there) because I have not booked for all of my friends yet! read more

I came here for my 30th birthday, and what a treat it was. The bathtub deserves special mention: it was the biggest Jacuzzi tub I have ever seen (including Vegas!) and had jets everywhere you would want a jet (and nowhere you wouldn't-- equally key). Stumbling distance to Zin (and oh, there was some stumbling) and to many of the tasting rooms in town. But mostly...Richard knows how to pour. By the time I left the complimentary tasting (of some of the best wine I had all day), this nearly-30-yr-old might as well have been 21, if you know what I mean. Kate left lavender tension relief salve on the pillows, chocolate on the nightstand, and a fabulous fizzer for the tub. I would love to move into the Grape Leaf; the weekend went by way too fast. read more

My boyfriend and I snagged a Groupon Getaway deal, and came here to celebrate our first anniversary. We had a really great experience so I apologize in advance because I'm going to gush about it (at length!): The minute we drove up, we were stunned by how gorgeous the house was. The gardens are beautiful and the large Victorian is painted in very tasteful purple and tan, blending nicely into a very pretty residential neighborhood just blocks from downtown Healdsburg. We checked in just before 6pm and were greeting by Tiffany, who gave us the tour. What I liked instantly is that they have a huge selection of herbal teas that they keep out in the dining room 24/7, with plenty of sugar and hot water. I took full advantage! They also have a fridge where you can keep anything you buy that needs to stay cold, like the many great local cheeses! They often have a fire going in their incredibly cozy living room, and we spent a lot of time down there, cuddled up on the couch under one of many available blankets. Since we stayed on a Sunday/Monday/Tuesday, the inn was pretty empty and it was nice to feel like we had the place to ourselves most evenings. We shared a breakfast table with some really lovely people and had great conversations, which I guess is the appeal of a B&B! We've never done anything like it, but it was definitely a perk to branch out and meet new people. However, we really only saw the owners, Richard and Kae, in passing. They're not really around on slower days, but it would have been nice to get to know them as other guests have. We were in the Cabernet Sauvignon room, which we picked specifically for the two-person jacuzzi tub (which I'd say we spent 60% of our time in Healdsburg soaking in!). Our complimentary bottle of wine was waiting for us, and they have wineglasses downstairs for you to use whenever you want. The room was very cozy, but the ceilings were pretty low and the bed takes up most of the walkable floor space. There is a mirror covering the slanted ceiling in the bathroom which is meant to make it seem larger, but it is actually kind of disorienting and my boyfriend hit his head a few times. Still, the view of the mountains (through the branches of a beautiful flowering tree from bed or while you look through the shower skylight) is breathtaking at sun-up. My favorite aspect was the journals on the night stand. They have journals for guests to leave little notes about their stay, as well as the date and where they're from. There was a brand new journal for our room, and we were really excited to be the first to write in it! I'm not sure everyone thinks to poke around so they miss out on these unique little additions to the room, but there is lots of cute, fun, personal touches around that you shouldn't miss. Also, the breakfast was delicious! I liked that they always included some sort of fresh fruit amuse bouche, as well as both sweet and savory components. My favorite was the roasted pear with honey glaze and goat cheese! My little gripes (accounting for the missing 5th star): - We couldn't control the temperature in our room, but we were in the attic and it got unbearably hot. However, the windows didn't open at all. If each room isn't going to have it's own temp control, it would be nice if we could at least crack a window. I hate waking up feeling sweaty! - The breakfasts were TOO large. Each morning, not a single person at our table could finish theirs. I know the idea is to bulk up on carbs pre-wine tasting, but it felt wasteful. I wish I'd been able to communicate with the staff (none of the servers spoke English) so I could let them know that I'd like smaller portions. I didn't like seeing all that food get thrown away. - There was also some confusion over recycling. Although there are notes in the room about conserving water, towels, and using environmentally friendly products, the entire staff looked at us like aliens when we asked where we could find the recycling bin for empty bottles. We had to go out back to the large blue bin, and I have a hunch that the empty water bottles we left in our room were just thrown away. Again, those are our personal preferences but it seemed sort of two-faced for them to go on about water pollution/conservation but not have recycling bins for guests (especially in wine country, where we're blowing through wine bottles like crazy). Overall, we still had a very incredible experience. Although we never went down to the Speakeasy, my boyfriend was jazzed up like a little kid when he saw one of the staff open the bookcase door. I wish they did tastings during the week, but I understand that it's probably not worth it when the inn is almost empty. I'm not sure if we could afford to come back at their regular rate, but Richard and Kae do a great job of making you feel at home, and Healdsburg is a gorgeous town. Definitely worth visiting at least once! read more

Such a beautiful place with great character & well done. The place is very clean, the decor is vibrant, and fits the beautiful surrounding it occupies. I love how every room had its own name associated with the different types of wine available. We stayed in the Merlot room & it was very pleasing to the eyes. Only stayed one night & my only regret is not taking a bath in that epic bathtub. Everyone there was super friendly & helpful too. 5/5 for sure. read more

This is a wonderful place for a romantic getaway. We stayed in the Chardonnay room, which was private, beautiful and luxurious. The amenities include a private jacuzzi (which is every bit as fantastic as it sounds), and an entry room that served as our changing room and the place to store our luggage without cluttering the beautiful bedroom. The bedroom is picture-perfect and a delightful place to wake up in the morning. The king sized bed is under two skylights and a stained glass window. Breakfast here is really good. We had dinner at Cyrus at the night before, and our cozy breakfast in front of the fireplace was the perfect transition back from the world of michelin-stars. My favorite course was the first: a fresh berry salad with a lovely balsamic/honey sauce and slices of blood oranges on the side. Also, the owners and staff are delightful and did everything to make our stay as enjoyable as possible. As soon as we arrived, they popped cookies in the oven so we would be able to enjoy a freshly baked batch. When we came downstairs for breakfast at the last possible minute the following morning, they still cooked and served us a wonderful meal. And when we were running late before checkout, they gave us an extra hour so we wouldn't have to rush. This is a lovely place. I hope we can come back here to celebrate another special occasion. read more

Call me lazy or a daddler , but I never write reviews. Even for places I love. I am writing a review for the Grape Leaf Inn because it had that much of a lasting impression on me. My fiancé and I stayed here over a year ago and will never forget our experience. Richard and Kae were wonderful hosts. The breakfast was very yummy and bath so relaxing. The best wine pour I had all weekend was with Richard in the Speakeasy. It was a wine he made. All the wines he recommended I enjoyed the most. Visit the Grape Leaf. You will love every minute! read more

The Grape Leaf Inn is truly a delightful spot. Close to town, beautifully refurbished, lovely owners, wonderful robes (bought one ), outstanding breakfast, excellent afternoon wine and cheese reception ( the goat encased in apricot bits was a huge hit). read more

Arrived late, but they have a system for late arrivals except we couldn't get the key to open the front door. Luckily another guest was in the lobby and opened the door. Lobby was unimpressive. The room decor was so disappointing. Large bed (king) but other furniture was sad with chairs that should be in a waiting room. No color whatsoever or personality to the room. Art work was pathetic. The bathroom has water damage around the tub, no glasses for water to take your meds, and you better bring an extension cord to plug in anything. They have a dispenser with body wash, shampoo, and conditioner on the shower wall. Quality of products? There was wine waiting for us, nice touch. However the empty, dirty glasses were still there when we left 3 days later. They never serviced the room, but left a laminated sheet telling this was due to covid and we could request items if we needed them. At night the room became hot and stuffy. The lady at the reception desk the next morning never asked who we were or welcomed us. The breakfast was nice with great service. The location great, but skip it. read more

My boyfriend and I stayed in the Mouse House Cottage and it was a wonderful time! This place was amazing and filled with little quirks. It was sooo romantic and the best time I have had staying away from home in a while! We will be staying there again! read more

Great place to stay for the best location in the area. Quiet and great rooms, walking distance to the great restaurants in the area. Breakfast, which is included, was fantastic on both days. Ve was the best host, the check in reception was like a party with great wine and a awesome cheese board. Highly recommend the Grape Leaf Inn!! read more

Just returned from a fabulous stay in the Gamay Rose Room at the Grape Leaf Inn. We really enjoyed our time and found it to be a comfortable place land each night. The Room: The Gamay Rose room is one of the least expensive rooms in the house. It is downstairs in the older part of the house without sitting rooms or fire places, but it more than met our needs. It was plenty large enough and had a shower to die for! We found the walls to be quite thin and could easily hear what was going on the the rooms closest to us. Location: The location was IDEAL! We would wake early each morning, and do a few miles around the gorgeous streets of Healdsburg for exercise. All of the best restaurants and coffee shops are within an easy walk of the Inn. Breakfast: Very, Very tasty. We had a Savory dish two days and a sweeter dish one. It felt like things were very local and fresh. Yummy! I only wish they had fresh coffee ready before 7:30. SpeakEasy: What an experience! You need to check it out to understand how unique it is. Inn and Inn Keepers: The Inn is very nicely decorated with beautiful Gardens. It had a little different vibe than other B & B's we have stayed in. It felt almost like you had this very large house to yourself. About the only time we saw other guests and/or the Inn Keepers were at breakfast and the speakeasy. This is not necessarily a bad thing, just a little less welcoming than some other places we have stayed. All in All, I think we would stay here again. We very much enjoyed the town of Healdsburg and all it has to offer. read more

This little bed and breakfast has an awesome breakfast. There is also a speakeasy in the basement with some Wilson wines for tasting. So if you need to get in one more tasting it is very easy to walk downstairs. However if you are tall like me, try and get a first floor room. The slanted roof is picturesque but not easy for a tall guy to get around the room. read more

I can't wait to return to this charming Inn in the middle of Sonoma wine country. Each room is beautifully furnished and one of the main reasons to even leave the bed in the morning is the fabulous breakfast served at 9. A really cool feature is the daily wine and cheese tasting owner Richard runs in his downstairs wine cellar, the Speakeasy. After all the great sips, it's a little tough making it up the stairs. Richard's wife and co-owner Kae is charming and makes one feel great. If it weren't such a terrible commute to work for me and my husband (we live in Florida), I think I would be at Grape Leaf once a month. I will keep in touch until we return because I joined the Speakeasy Wine Club-enough wine to keep me happy, but not enough to send me to Betty Ford! Judith B. read more