Wineries, Pubs & Restaurants
Sonoma County is home to 60,000 acres of vineyards and plentiful local and exciting restaurants. It’s an ethereal escape packed with things to do, wineries and top-rated Sonoma restaurants that can’t all be seen in just one, two, or even one-hundred visits. Sonoma wineries and restaurants really sell the region for culinary enthusiasts. You can’t go a block without stumbling upon a gorgeous and unique eatery featuring seafood, sandwiches, fine dining, or something else entirely.
Wineries
Sonoma County has some of the finest and most acclaimed wine in the world. There’s a winery suitable for every visitor’s style and knowledge.
A. RAFANELLI WINERY
4685 W. Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
707.433.1385
Website:
https://www.arafanelliwinery.com/
Tastings by appointment
ALEXANDER VALLEY VINEYARDS
8644 CA-128, Healdsburg
707.433.7209
Website:
http://www.avvwine.com/
COPAIN WINES
7800 Eastside Road, Healdsburg
707.836.8822
Website:
https://www.copainwines.com/
GUSTAFSON VINEYARD
34 North St, Healdsburg
707.433.2371
Website:
https://www.gfvineyard.com/
HARTFORD FAMILY WINERY
331 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg
707.887.8031
Website:
https://www.hartfordwines.com/
JORDAN WINERY
1474 Alexander Valley Rd, Healdsburg
707.431.5250
Website:
https://www.jordanwinery.com/
Tastings by appointment
MUELLER WINERY
118 North St, Healdsburg
707.473.8086
Website:
http://www.muellerwine.com/
PASSALACQUA WINERY
3805 Lambert Bridge Road, Healdsburg
877.825.5547
Website:
https://passalacquawinery.com/
Tastings by appointment
RODNEY STRONG
11455 Old Redwood Hwy, Healdsburg
707.431.1533
Website:
http://www.rodneystrong.com/
SAPPHIRE HILL WINERY
55 Front Street, Healdsburg
707.431.1888
Website:
https://www.sapphirehill.com/
Discount on wine and food pairing
VML WINERY
4035 Westside Road, Healdsburg
707.431.4404
Website:
http://www.vmlwine.com
WILLIAMSON WINES
134 Matheson St, Healdsburg
707.433.1500
Website:
https://williamsonwines.com/
Breweries & Beer Pubs
Is craft beer more your style?
HenHouse Brewing Company
Santa Rosa, CA
Website:
https://www.henhousebrewing.com/
Fogbelt Brewing Company
Santa Rosa, CA
Website:
https://www.fogbeltbrewing.com/
Restaurants
Dining options vary tremendously depending on what you may be seeking. You may find an acclaimed fine dining experience by the water or a local cafe with fish sandwiches and fries on an outdoor patio. There’s a little piece of something for everyone when it comes to the best Sonoma restaurants.
Recreation & Touring
The nature of Sonoma County is vibrant, diverse and fascinating. Known for its spectacle of redwoods and intricate trails, you are never short of places to visit and natural sights to see. Sonoma County encompasses Santa Rosa, and stretches up along California’s breathtaking coastline, offering a plethora of outdoor activities to keep you occupied during any visit. Find natural activities and tour attractions that will open up new vacation possibilities for you- and every one lucky enough to come along.
Sonoma County Hiking Trails
Sonoma County has some of the most impressive and varied hiking in the world. Any particular Sonoma County hiking trail could include waterfalls, rich slopes, massive rocks, dense redwood passageways, and water views. Dense foliage and staggering backdrops create captivating trails for eager adventurers…
The trails are typically divided by difficulty, with easy, moderate, and challenging designations. Ragle Ranch, Santa Rose Creek, and Spring Lake all feature wide pathways, well-marked trailheads, and calmly flat surfaces. Moderate trails expose hikers to some uneven terrain and tighter paths.
Shiloh Ranch is one of the most popular, with additional trails in Helen Putnam and the stunning North Sonoma Mountains.
Taylor Mountain Regional Park is considered the de-facto hiking area for an added challenge. The park contains 1,100 acres of oak woodlands and creeks, with various levels of elevation to test your endurance.
You can also venture into some of the highest-challenge trails by exploring the intricate paths of Shiloh Mountain. It’s a rich escape, with weaving trails and steep slopes throughout the most assuredly-magical places in Sonoma County.
Outdoor Tours
While you can go it alone, outdoor recreation is often best explored on a guided tour. Tours bring added life to the many magical trails and parks of the county…
The Glen Allen Green Tour invites the eco-conscious to expand their knowledge of the natural community in Northern California. The tour ventures through the Jack London State Historic Park along with the beautiful Quarryhill Botanical Garden and ends at the Benzinger Family Winery.
Luther Burbank Home and Gardens is a majestic celebration of the long life of world-renowned horticulturist, Luther Burbank. Visit his home and take a drop in guided tour of the famous Carriage House and gardens for a fascinating educational look at Burbank’s horticulture contributions. See the different areas of the gardens which feature roses, ornamental grasses, medicinal herbs, and many unusual plants.
More Outdoor Activities
This just barely touches the natural attractions of Sonoma. There’s no end to the many outdoor wine country things to do. After exploring the many wineries, you can continue your vacation adventures with fascinating outdoor activities for the whole family. The area is known for some stunning whale watching, and it is one of the only places in the world where this is feasible. Stand up paddleboarding, ziplining, scuba diving, canoeing, and horseback riding help round out the many enthralling outdoor possibilities. For Hiking/walking, we would recommend Armstrong woods in Guerneville; it is a stunning redwood filled state park. River’s Edge is a great place to rent Kayaks for a day on the river. A wonderful day of fun in the sun!
Our Recommendations
Contact us to make your vacation getaway especially wonderful. Soak in the sights of Sonoma County and return back to your very own luxurious vacation home. With our rentals, you have access to the pristine and stunning outdoors of Sonoma at all times. Look out your window or walk out to your patio or spacious outdoor recreation area, admire the views, and take in all the wonder and beauty of Northern California.
MEMORIAL BEACH
Swimming and picnicking
13839 Old Redwood Hwy, Healdsburg
Website:
https://parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov/Visit/Healdsburg-Veterans-Memorial-Beach/
RIVER’S EDGE
Canoe and Kayak River Trips
1 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg
707.433.7247
Website:
https://riversedgekayakandcanoe.com/
SPOKE FOLK CYCLERY
Bicycle shop and rentals
201 Center St, Healdsburg
707.433.7171
Website:
http://www.spokefolk.com/
Family Fun
Wine country in Northern California is not all about wine. You don’t have to look very hard to find a wild and incredible world of possibilities. From museums to arcades, family eateries and parks, Sonoma County is filled with things to do and see as you explore every little nook and cranny it has to offer.
What makes Sonoma County such a riveting and rewarding vacation getaway for the whole family? Take it to the coast and back with the below things to do and sights to see.
Places to Visit
You can’t go wrong dipping into the nature and digging around at some of the grandest sights in California. Sonoma County has plenty to see as you appreciate the brilliant nature.
MEMORIAL BEACH
Swimming and picnicking
13839 Old Redwood Hwy, Healdsburg
Website:
https://parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov/Visit/Healdsburg-Veterans-Memorial-Beach/
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Free Tuesday Concerts (in season)
Healdsburg Plaza
Website:
https://www.ci.healdsburg.ca.us/335/Summer-Concert-Series
Attractions You Can’t Miss!
A refreshing museum or special local spot hides at every turn. Below are just a few family friendly attractions to get you started on your long vacation list of things to do.
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF SONOMA COUNTY
The kids deserve a little break from the vineyards. If they behave, you can treat them to this rambunctious museum and park. They can play in the coral, create bubbles, go fishing, jump around in the play treehouse, and build towers with blocks. It’s one of the county’s greatest family attractions.
PACIFIC COAST AIR MUSEUM
Children (as well the young at heart) will have a blast at one of the state’s most exhilarating air museums. Fighter jets, helicopters, World War II classics, various military vehicles, and more can be seen close-up and even entered into. The museum is a must-see for any young kid looking to blast-off.
There are many things to do with the whole family. Contact us for more possible activities right outside any of our vacation rentals.
Things to Do
Northern California is the ideal vacation escape. The urban density and attractions of the Bay area mixed with the vibrant culture, varied dining, and breathtaking sights create the most inspiring vacation backdrop.
If you’re staying local and need to head out for some groceries or to see the sites, we’ve got some tips for you below.
DRY CREEK GENERAL
3495 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg
707.433.4171
Website:
http://www.drycreekgeneralstore1881.com/
HEALDSBURG FARMER’S MARKET
Saturday 9am – 12pm and Wednesday 4pm – 6 pm (in season)
Healdsburg Plaza
Website:
http://www.healdsburgfarmersmarket.org/
OAKVILLE GROCERY
124 Matheson St, Healdsburg
707.433.3200
Website:
https://www.oakvillegrocery.com/
SHELTON’S NATURAL FOODS
428 Center St, Healdsburg
707.431.0530
Website:
http://www.sheltonsmarket.com/
HEALDSBURG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND VISITOR CENTER
217 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg
707.433.6935
Website:
https://www.healdsburg.com/
Preferred Partners
Northern California is the ideal vacation escape. The urban density and attractions of the Bay area mixed with the vibrant culture, varied dining, and breathtaking sights create the most inspiring vacation backdrop.
Wine Country Tours
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