We first met Astrid when we called for avails and found her so welcoming, helpful and charming to…read moresuggest the great sites of the area to take in besides Yosemite park -- prior to that conversation the only site on our itinerary. We arrived to Sonora by way of Ebbetts Pass, winding down through crystal alpine lakes, faerytale meadows and boulders and forests that speak in quiet and ancient tongues. The pass opened upon amber grasses contrasted against lovely sagey-colored trees and verdant yet rugged vineyards. It turns out the Victorian-inspired Barretta Gardens is overseen with a care as golden as the hue of sepia-colored days gone past and motherlodes once legendary for their bounty. Yet breakfasts are as simple, elegant and memorable as any contemporary B&B can boast. The proprietors Astrid and Daniel run an inn as refreshing as the Moroccan mint tea set out every afternoon to greet us from a hot day exploring Gold Country. We found Barretta Gardens flexible and welcoming to our two boys as well. Our only suggestion is that if they choose to turn off each room's A/C while guests are away for the day that they would turn it back on in anticipation for their return in the evening. Baretta Gardens B&B is a rare treasure I hope more visitors to the area will mine for years more to come.

Had the most amazing stay at Barrett's Gardens. My husband and I booked a 2 night stay and wished…read morewe could of stayed longer. The owner a Swedish women made us feel at home. The gourmet breakfast served was the icing on the cake. Joy her assistant was also such a pleasure. The property is tastefully decorated and located in the perfect spot. We brought our boat at aka "ship" and were amazed over the amazing lakes in the general vicinity. We are definitely go back there again! Thanks so much for your hospitality!

I have been coming to Knowles Hill for years, and each time, it has been an absolutely delightful…read moreexperience. We have stayed in all of the rooms, and all are wonderful in their own styles. The owners are extremely friendly and helpful and have been extremely accommodating whenever we bring our kiddos. The place is always BEAUTIFULLY and seasonally decorated. As lovely as the "Bed" part of the stay is, the "Breakfast" feels like the star of the show! You can let the innkeepers know about any dietary restrictions, but as an omnivore, every dish they serve is AMAZING, both aesthetically and culinarily. This place is magical, and I will take any opportunity I can to visit.

The accommodations are always so special at this historic Inn. The Inn Keepers are very special…read morepeople who treat every guest like family; while taking care of every detail as it were a luxurious hotel. Every room has a story and named after a historical figure that has stayed at the Inn. Our favorite room is the Herbert Hoover room overlooking the mountains because it has a feel of a "treehouse" refuge. Rhonda's amazing gourmet breakfasts make this place worth coming back again and again. She manages to make special meals even when catering to food allergies. Very grateful to have found this little gem hidden in Sonora.

An older building made over into a remodel Inn. They call it a 3 level building but looks and feels…read morelike 2. Booked our last minute stay through booking.com. Check in was a breeze as everything processed correctly through the 3rd party. We were provided 2 keys to our room. No continental breakfast provided. There is a nice cozy pool located in the rear of the upper level which was nice to use for a couple of hours, with a few tables and chairs set up. Room was accommodated with a microwave, frig and coffee maker. Our room had ALL decaf coffee . No laundry bags provided. This is more of a motel style set up with your room doors all facing outside, no indoor hallways to block some of the outside noise. Luckily though, we had a decent and quiet stay with check out being at 11.

an older motel next to an abandoned motel/building next door...small parking lot, but didn't have…read moreany issues finding a spot...3 floors, no elevators (not seen) and outdoor stairs to upper floors...arrived around dinner time, but no staff in the check-in area...waited and walked around to activate the door sensors...hoping staff would hear the noise and come out...some wait and staff coming out to check us in...staff was pleasant and friendly...key card provided and given directions to a 3rd floor room...had an interesting neighbor with doors always kept wide open with a baby...entered the room and finding little dark...very basic motel layout with vanity and sink open to the room towards the back next to the closet...toilet and bath/shower room with a door...the room was a bit shaby...an odd puddle of liquid on the floor...grabbed a roll of toilet paper to wipe it off...noticed the paper turn completely black...while there weren't any crumbs or trash on the floor, the floor was really dirty...wipe lightly with tissue and it was black...beds were made and sheets clean...not the most comfortable bed...the room was for 4 people, but there were hardly any towels...had to go down to request and staff kindly brought up some towels...not a lot of choices for motels in this area...close to sonora downtown...besides the dirty floors, the room ended up being okay for a night for folks just passing through town...

We chose the Gunn House because we wanted to experience a piece of Gold Rush history during our…read moreYosemite trip. Despite the mixed reviews, we decided to give this historic 1850 inn a chance. Unfortunately, our experience was disappointing. We stayed in Room 14, which was advertised as having a queen bed, but it was actually a full-size bed. The room itself was very small, and while it contained beautiful antique furnishings, it felt neglected rather than charming. The window air conditioner was outdated and awkwardly installed, the shower barely drained, the toilet paper holder had been poorly glued back onto the wall, and the towel bar repeatedly fell off. The old wall heater also appeared outdated enough to raise safety concerns. Outside, the disappointment continued. The swimming pool was green, the grounds felt unkempt, and the property overall looked dirty and cluttered. Instead of feeling like a treasured historic inn, it felt like a place that has been left to slowly deteriorate. What makes this especially sad is the incredible potential this property still has. After returning to our room, I looked into the history of the Gunn House and found photos and information from the previous owners. It was evident they had intentionally preserved the hotel's historic character and created a warm, inviting atmosphere. Since the ownership changed around 2017, it appears that only the bare minimum has been done to maintain the property. Many of the photos currently used online seem to reflect the inn during its better years rather than its present condition. The Gunn House deserves better. It is a historic treasure with rich Gold Rush heritage, and it should be restored by owners who are passionate about preserving its legacy. With proper investment, thoughtful restoration, and professionals experienced in historic properties, this inn could once again become one of Sonora's crown jewels. Instead, it currently feels like a neglected landmark waiting for someone to bring it back to life. I genuinely hope that happens one day, because beneath the grime and deferred maintenance, you can still see glimpses of the beautiful hotel the Gunn House once was.

Pros: the bed was comfortable and the shower was hot enough…read more Cons: it's a 167 year old building. The oldest in Sonora. With that said the funk didn't out weigh the oldness and worn down condition of the place. Too many steep steps and uneven walking paths. I don't recommend it to anyone with mobility issues.

My first time experiencing a bed and breakfast and Kim has set the bar SO high. I HIGHLY recommend…read morea stay here at the Bradford Place Inn and Gardens. I pride myself in leaving factual yelp reviews so here I go. -Location is PERFECTLY a short block away from the hustle bustle of the Main Street for coffee, bagels, meals, shopping, or maybe even a scoop of ice cream -Check in/out process was so warm and hospitable -We stayed in the Prospector Room because we were traveling with our dog, so took value in the private patio. Our room was cozy and spotless. Thankful for the AC unit as we visited on a hot weekend. Our dog enjoyed relaxing in the shaded patio. Our bed was comfy, more on the soft than firm, but did not hurt my back whatsoever. -OMG THE BREAKFAST. Kim is an UH-mazing cook. Perfect portion, flavor, not too heavy/complex, but certainly delicious. I am glad to have visited Sonora, but not sure if I'd make it an annual trip, to replace it with Lake Tahoe, Yosemite, or Napa. Nothing terrible happened, but I didn't have my socks knocked off either. Maybe it was the hot weather...not sure! If you plan on visiting Gold Country, do stay at the Bradford Place Inn and Gardens! We will.

We found this hidden treasure on Yelp and glad we stayed here. It's located about one-half block…read morefrom the Main Street of Sonora (Tourist area). Kim (Owner) was so wonderful, sweet and very accommodating to my wife's dietary needs etc., when preparing our delicious breakfasts. Each day, our breakfast was prepared fresh, warm and delicious. Breakfast (forgot to take a picture, too good to wait) included a protein, fresh fruit, warm pastries, ice water, orange juice and coffee. Just the right amount to get your day off to a good start... We loved this old Victorian home, it's beautiful. Some rooms, like ours, have a private patio area connected to your room. Very relaxing... Although, we don't have any pets, this place is "pet friendly". Next time, we're in the area, we'll be staying here again. Kim is such a gracious hostess and good person. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND you staying here... I found this place to be very reasonable, relaxing, beautiful and includes a delicious breakfast, compared to a typical "no tell motel"!!!

This was a cute place. I came up in June for a friend's wedding, and the venue was pretty great for…read morea wedding. California had that insane heat wave then, so it reached 100+ degrees that day. Despite that, the fans inside the chapel did an ok job keeping people cool. Since I'm only about two, two and a half hours away from Sonora, I chose to go home after the wedding and reception, so I can't speak to the accommodations here. Keep in mind that if you're coming here for a wedding, the closest food options in Downtown Sonora are 15-20 minutes away by car, and these roads are winding and hilly, so keep that in mind.

I was just calling to get pricing on using them as a venue. Their website was not working on my…read morephone. The woman who answered was condescending and rude, talking to me as if I was a child and not worth their time. She proceeded to slowly explain to me how to see the prices, despite me telling her several times the website was not displaying the prices on my end. After her cold tone and reluctance to talk (despite the website encouraging to call) I hung up. She then proceeded to call me back from a different number, with an even more cruel tone. I hung up right away, but that is no way to talk to a potential client!

The stay was comfortable. Rooms were clean and so was the property from what we experienced. I…read moreappreciated the 24/7 tea and espresso machine in the lobby that I took advantage of every morning and evening. Breakfast was a nice touch nothing fancy but a decent meal before leaving to start your day away from the hotel. The only thing that bothered me was that the entrances into the halls where our room was, was open access to anyone. Like if you weren't even staying at the property you could just walk right in. Hopefully this can be upgraded to the property where you need a card to access the hall areas. Other than that we would stay here again!

This is THE place to stay! It is a CLEAN & WELL maintained hotel! Here is one of the reasons 'why';…read morethey leave a card in your room for you to fill out with ANY thing you might find that needs attention AND they welcome comments or suggestions. It's obvious to me that they take it seriously too! The room had a pod coffee maker, mini fridge, microwave, and free bottles of water. Comfortable beds and cotton (breathable) sheets. Breakfast had cheese omelettes, French toast-sticks, cereal, juice & fresh fruit. All tasty! The location is close to the freeway, but tucked away on a side street that is private. Because of that, it's much more quiet than the hotels along the Main Street in Sonora (15 minutes away). It is an hour and a half to Hetch Hetchy Dam, 15 minutes to Culver's Apple Farm in Tuolumne City, 8 minutes to Columbia and 3 miles from the BESTsourdough bread you EVER ate, from Two Acre Farms! Fantastic location. If I had 10 thumbs, I would hold them ALL up for this hotel! Truly a great stay!