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Links to Places and People We Like

Osmosis Applewood Inn Living Room bodegabay.com geyserville.com diavola geyserville inn

Recommended Restaurants

Catelli's Restaurant Catelli’s Restaurant
Local family owned. Downtown Geyserville
Diavola Restaurant Diavola Pizzaria • Salumeria
The perfect stop before or after tasting wine at Locals. They are right next door.
Flying Goat Coffee Flying Goat Coffee
Best Coffee Ever
H2Hotel Spoonbar h2hotel spoonbar
Best cocktail around
Mateo's Cocina Latina Mateo’s Cocina Latina
In a delicious mix of cultures, the Yucatán-born chef Mateo Granados celebrates rigorously sourced local and sustainable Sonoma ingredients infused with the vibrant regional flavors of his homeland, crafted with classic French finesse, and sparked with playful spirit. Mateo’s Cocina Latina’s garden patio is perfect for group celebrations, large to small.
Sazon Restaraunt, Santa Rosa, California Sazon
Best Peruvian food I have had in quite some time. Sazon strives to bring the most authentic representation of Peruvian culture through their culinary creation of Peruvian dishes. Your own little piece of South America right in Santa Rosa.
Willi'l Seafood and Raw Bar Willi’s Seafood and Raw Bar
Best Calamari and small plates
   

Real Estate

North County Properties Wine County Properties
acshivers-sfr.yourkwagent.com
I specialize in Northern California wine country properties.
   

Places to Stay

Applewood Inn Applewood Inn, Restaurant & Spa
This “Inn for Lovers” is located upon a knoll in the Russian River Valley. Sheltered by towering redwoods and surrounded by fruit orchards and gardens, this romantic enclave offers couples a secluded and peaceful refuge to unwind, relax, re-connect and re-ignite their passion.
Chateau de Vie Bed and Breakfast and Vineyards Chateau de Vie – An idyllic getaway in the vineyards
This is one of my favorite places to recommend in Wine Country. Beautiful, tranquil, tiny and in the middle of the vineyards. Carolyn – Owner Locals Tasting Room
Geyserville Inn Geyserville Inn
It's not surprising that wine connoisseurs are among our most popular guests. With over 70 wineries within a 15 mile radius of the Geyserville Inn, there's no shortage of places to explore in the area. In addition to wineries, the inn is located a few miles from historic downtown Healdsburg and Lake Sonoma.
Grape Leaf Inn Bed & Breakfast Grape Leaf Inn
A luxuriously restored Queen Anne Victorian located in Healdsburg, in the heart of the California Wine Country, only an hour from the Golden Gate Bridge, Sonoma County’s Grape Leaf Inn has been welcoming guests for over two decades.
Healdsburg Country Cabin Healdsburg Country Cabin
This spacious Healdsburg Country Cabin is located in beautiful Dry Creek Valley surrounded by over 250 acres of vineyards and beautiful green hillsides. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the wine country.
Hotel Healdsburg Hotel Healdsburg
The Hotel is set on the western edge of Healdsburg's historic town plaza, and guest can enjoy some of the world's finest vineyards, restaurants, and shops within minutes of the front steps.
No Name Resort No Name Resort
Ideally located in the heart of the Northern California wine country, our 1200 sq. ft. luxury vacation rental is surrounded by great views, vineyards and redwood forests and just minutes from the wineries. No Name Resort is a secluded and romantic vacation spot nestled in the rolling hills of the beautiful Alexander Valley in Healdsburg.
Old Crocker Inn Old Crocker Inn
Nestled in the hills above the town of Cloverdale in Sonoma County, overlooking the Alexander Valley and the Russian River, the Old Crocker Inn offer's guests a secluded setting for a quick getaway or extended vacation.
   

Things to Do

Wine Road - Northern Sonoma County Wine Road
Events and resources for all things wine in northern Sonoma county.
Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary, Freestone California
Osmosis Day Spa and Sanctuary
Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary
This peaceful sanctuary is known for the Cedar Enzyme Bath, a rejuvenating heat treatment from Japan, as well as their truly stunning, authentic meditation garden. Also available are a variety of 75-minute massage modalities performed by expert practitioners. Leaders in the green spa community, Osmosis features an array of organic facials, skin care, and waxing services.
   

Touring the Area

Beau Wine Tours Beau Wine Tours
Beau Wine Tours & Limousine Service, is the perfect solution for a great wine tasting day in Sonoma County! Enjoy the company of a knowledgeable local wine tour guide at the wheel, sit back and relax, and take advantage of the most elegant and safest method to enjoy our outstanding Sonoma Wine Tours.
Out in the Vineyard Out in the Vineyard
Out In The Vineyard is an experiential Wine Country Tour and Event company promoting positive LGBT lifestyles and offering exclusive, luxury itineraries and events to the discriminating gay and lesbian traveler and our friends.
   

Other Useful Links

Bodegabay.com BodegaBay.com
Your best source to discover Bodega Bay and the Sonoma coast. Learn what the local’s know…what to do, where to stay, best dining, galleries, and current events. Be sure to click on the videos to get a flavor of the area.
geyserville.com Geyserville.com
After you visit Locals, you'll want to explore the other choice finds in Geyserville. Videos highlight some of the best secrets in town, and a thorough listing of lodging, dining, and activities are showcased.
onesizeride onesizeride
Nice people, fun transportation. Be safe while you taste
Natalie MacLean Nat Decants FREE Newsletter
Wine picks, articles and humor from Natalie MacLean, recently named the World's Best Drink Writer at the World Food Media Awards in Australia. There are no ads and all e-mail addresses are kept confidential. To sign up, visit www.nataliemaclean.com.
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Check out the only publication dedicated to Western Pinot Noir -- news, wine reviews, travel and menus designed for Pinot. If you're passionate about Pinot, this is the newsletter for you!
P.S. I Love You P.S. I Love You
A Petite Sirah Advocacy Organization — To promote, educate, and legitimize Petite Sirah as a noble varietal, with a special emphasis on its California terroir uniqueness.
Sonoma County Events Calendar Sonoma County Events Calendar
Find something to do in Sonoma County
WLTV Wine Library TV
Gary and I are changing the wine world!.
wine tasting dictionary Wine Tasting Dictionary
Your guide to demystifying the wine tasting language.
   

Causes We Support

The Living Room of Santa Rosa The Living Room of Santa Rosa
The women of The Living Room are welcomed into a safe and comfortable environment and are provided with information on temporary supportive social services available to them and their children.
   
featured wineries
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