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Best Western Dry Creek Inn
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Description: This Healdsburg hotel offers newly opened Tuscan style rooms with private balcony, fireplace and jetted tub. Also available are the very spacious Vintage style rooms. Located within minutes of 50 different California wineries, making it the perfect place to stay while visiting Sonoma Wine Country. Hotel guests will receive a complimentary wine map and wine tasting coupons for nearby wineries upon check in. The Dry Creek Inn offers a free continental breakfast every morning. The rooms also include in-room movie service for guest entertainment. Our new Krug Event Center is also open with space for 183 people for special events and conferences. This is an ideal location in Healdsburg for meetings, reunions, corporate events and weddings. Other amenities include a fitness center, pool, two spas, steam room, sauna and business center. The hotel is wireless throughout. Pets are also welcome for a small daily fee!(Vintage rooms only. The hotel is also only 15 minutes from the famous River Rock Casino and conveniently located close to other local attractions such as the Alexander and Dry Creek Valleys, the Russian River and Lake Sonoma. Guests will enjoy visiting the charming town of Healdsburg where they can browse boutiques and antique shops as well as stroll through Healdsburg Square. Make a reservation today at this Sonoma Wine Country hotel in Healdsburg, California!
·From: The south. Head 10 minutes north from Santa Rosa on Highway 101. Exit at the Dry Creek Road Exit. The Best Western Dry Creek Inn is located at the southeast exchange. ·From: The north. Head 45 minutes south from Ukiah on Highway 101. Exit at the Dry Creek Road Exit. The Best Western Dry Creek Inn is located at the southeast exchange.
Amenities: AM/FM Alarm Clock, Business Center, Coffee Maker in Room, 24 Hour Front Desk, Handicapped Rooms/Facilities, Elevators, Express Checkout, Free Local Telephone Calls, Hairdryers Available, Modem Lines in Room, No Smoking Rooms/Facilities, Free Newspaper, Pets Allowed, Pool, Safe Deposit Box, Television with Cable, Restaurant
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation policies vary from hotel to hotel. Most current and accurate cancellation policies will appear on your confirmed reservation notification.
Guarantee Policy: You must use a credit card to book online.

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1 mile(s) from General Dynamics 1 mile(s) from Simi Winery 5 mile(s) from Windsor Vineyards 10 mile(s) from Agilent Tech 10 mile(s) from All Coast Forest Products 10 mile(s) from Kendall-Jackson Winery 20 mile(s) from Fetzer WineryRecreation:
10 mile(s) from River Rock CasinoNearby Cities:
5 mile(s) from Windsor 5 mile(s) from Geyserville 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa 15 mile(s) from Cloverdale 45 mile(s) from Ukiah 60 mile(s) from Sausalito 75 mile(s) from San Francisco 80 mile(s) from OaklandEducation:
15 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Junior College 20 mile(s) from Sonoma State UniversityLocal Attractions:
Within walking distance form Historic Victorians Alexander Valley 5 minutes from Antiques 5 minutes from Wineries and vineyards 5 minutes from Canoeing 5 minutes from Dry Creek Valley 5 minutes from Fitch Mountain, bicycling 5 minutes from Geyserville 5 minutes from Healdsburg Airport 5 minutes from Healdsburg Museum Antiques 5 minutes from Historic Healdsburg Plaza, shops and boutiques, artisans galleries, old time bakeries 5 minutes from Hot air balloon rides 5 minutes from Memorial Beach 5 minutes from Raven Movie Theater 5 minutes from Tayman Golf Course, 9 holes 5 minutes from Villa Chanticleer, conference facilities 5 minutes from Windsor 15 minutes from Cloverdale 15 minutes from Fish Hatchery 15 minutes from Hiking trails 15 minutes from Lake Sonoma 15 minutes from Sonoma County Airport 15 minutes from Timber Crest Farms, dried fruits and organic produce farms 15 minutes from Warm Springs Dam 15 minutes from Windsor Golf Course, 18 holes Armstrong Redwoods 40 minutes from Calistoga, mineral springs, mud baths and antiques 40 minutes from Korbel Champagne Cellars 40 minutes from Napa Valley, antiques 40 minutes from Pacific Ocean 40 minutes from Russian River Resorts 40 minutes from Russian River Valley 40 minutes from Safari West Wild Animal Reserve 40 minutes from Sonoma Coast 40 minutes from Sonoma County Wine and Visitors Center 40 minutes from Sonoma Valley 40 minutes from Sonoma Valley Inn 60 minutes from Anderson Valley 60 minutes from Bodega Bay, deep sea fishing 60 minutes from Fisherman's Wharf 60 minutes from Fort Ross 60 minutes from Giant Redwoods 60 minutes from Mendocino 60 minutes from Muir Woods 60 minutes from Sea Ranch 60 minutes from The Skunk Train 1 mile(s) from Russian River 5 mile(s) from Alexander Valley Farm 30 mile(s) from Hopeland Brewery 45 mile(s) from Sears Point Raceway 55 mile(s) from Eel River 70 mile(s) from Golden Gate BridgeLocal Attractions:
1 mile(s) from Russian River, swimming, fishing and water recreation 10 mile(s) from Wineries, over 50 wineries within 20 minutes of the hotel 12 mile(s) from Lake Sonoma, swimming, fishing and water recreation Armstrong Redwoods 40 minutes from Calistoga, mineral springs, mud baths and antiques 40 minutes from Korbel Champagne Cellars 40 minutes from Napa Valley, antiques 40 minutes from Pacific Ocean 40 minutes from Russian River Resorts 40 minutes from Russian River Valley 40 minutes from Safari West Wild Animal Reserve 40 minutes from Sonoma Coast 40 minutes from Sonoma County Wine and Visitors Center 40 minutes from Sonoma Valley 40 minutes from Sonoma Valley Inn 60 minutes from Anderson Valley 60 minutes from Bodega Bay, deep sea fishing 60 minutes from Fisherman's Wharf 60 minutes from Fort Ross 60 minutes from Giant Redwoods 60 minutes from Mendocino 60 minutes from Muir Woods 60 minutes from Sea Ranch 60 minutes from The Skunk Train 1 mile(s) from Russian River 5 mile(s) from Alexander Valley Farm 30 mile(s) from Hopeland Brewery 45 mile(s) from Sears Point Raceway 55 mile(s) from Eel River 70 mile(s) from Golden Gate BridgeLocal Attractions:
1 mile(s) from Russian River, swimming, fishing and water recreation 10 mile(s) from Wineries, over 50 wineries within 20 minutes of the hotel 12 mile(s) from Lake Sonoma, swimming, fishing and water recreation Armstrong Redwoods 40 minutes from Calistoga, mineral springs, mud baths and antiques 40 minutes from Korbel Champagne Cellars 40 minutes from Napa Valley, antiques 40 minutes from Pacific Ocean 40 minutes from Russian River Resorts 40 minutes from Russian River Valley 40 minutes from Safari West Wild Animal Reserve 40 minutes from Sonoma Coast 40 minutes from Sonoma County Wine and Visitors Center 40 minutes from Sonoma Valley 40 minutes from Sonoma Valley Inn 60 minutes from Anderson Valley 60 minutes from Bodega Bay, deep sea fishing 60 minutes from Fisherman's Wharf 60 minutes from Fort Ross 60 minutes from Giant Redwoods 60 minutes from Mendocino 60 minutes from Muir Woods 60 minutes from Sea Ranch 60 minutes from The Skunk Train 1 mile(s) from Russian River 5 mile(s) from Alexander Valley Farm 30 mile(s) from Hopeland Brewery 45 mile(s) from Sears Point Raceway 55 mile(s) from Eel River 70 mile(s) from Golden Gate BridgeShopping:
1 mile(s) from Healdsburg Plaza, downtown Healdsburg Boutique and Antique Shops - nice shopping Area 6 mile(s) from Wal-mart 6 mile(s) from Home Depot 6 mile(s) from Office Depot 15 mile(s) from Coddingtown, major shopping mall 15 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Plaza, major shopping mallShopping:
1 mile(s) from Healdsburg Plaza, downtown Healdsburg Boutique and Antique Shops - nice shopping Area 6 mile(s) from Wal-mart 6 mile(s) from Home Depot 6 mile(s) from Office Depot 15 mile(s) from Coddingtown, major shopping mall 15 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Plaza, major shopping mallCorporate Locations:
1 mile(s) from Simi Winery 5 mile(s) from Windsor Vineyards 10 mile(s) from Agilent Tech 10 mile(s) from All Coast Forest Products 10 mile(s) from Kendall-Jackson Winery 20 mile(s) from Fetzer WineryCorporate Locations:
1 mile(s) from Simi Winery 5 mile(s) from Windsor Vineyards 10 mile(s) from Agilent Tech 10 mile(s) from All Coast Forest Products 10 mile(s) from Kendall-Jackson Winery 20 mile(s) from Fetzer WineryCorporate Locations:
5 mile(s) from Windsor Vineyards 10 mile(s) from Agilent Tech 10 mile(s) from All Coast Forest Products 10 mile(s) from Kendall-Jackson Winery 20 mile(s) from Fetzer WineryRecreation:
10 mile(s) from River Rock CasinoRecreation:
10 mile(s) from River Rock CasinoNearby Cities:
5 mile(s) from Windsor 5 mile(s) from Geyserville 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa 15 mile(s) from Cloverdale 45 mile(s) from Ukiah 60 mile(s) from Sausalito 75 mile(s) from San Francisco 80 mile(s) from OaklandNearby Cities:
5 mile(s) from Windsor 5 mile(s) from Geyserville 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa 15 mile(s) from Cloverdale 45 mile(s) from Ukiah 60 mile(s) from Sausalito 75 mile(s) from San Francisco 80 mile(s) from OaklandNearby Cities:
12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa 15 mile(s) from Burbank 60 mile(s) from Ukiah 70 mile(s) from San Francisco 75 mile(s) from Sausalito 80 mile(s) from OaklandNearby Cities:
12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa 15 mile(s) from Burbank 60 mile(s) from Ukiah 70 mile(s) from San Francisco 75 mile(s) from Sausalito 80 mile(s) from OaklandNearby Cities:
12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa 15 mile(s) from Burbank 60 mile(s) from Ukiah 70 mile(s) from San Francisco 75 mile(s) from Sausalito 80 mile(s) from OaklandTransportation:
10 mile(s) from Sonoma County Airport 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Airport 75 mile(s) from Oakland International 75 mile(s) from San Francisco International 75 mile(s) from Oakland International AirportsTransportation:
10 mile(s) from Sonoma County Airport 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Airport 75 mile(s) from Oakland International 75 mile(s) from San Francisco International 75 mile(s) from Oakland International AirportsTransportation:
10 mile(s) from Sonoma County Airport 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Airport 15 mile(s) from Luther Burbank Airport 75 mile(s) from San Francisco International 75 mile(s) from Oakland International AirportsTransportation:
10 mile(s) from Sonoma County Airport 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Airport 15 mile(s) from Luther Burbank Airport 75 mile(s) from San Francisco International 75 mile(s) from Oakland International AirportsEducation:
15 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Junior College 20 mile(s) from Sonoma State UniversityEducation:
15 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Junior College 20 mile(s) from Sonoma State UniversityHealdsburg Plaza: Sitting at the foot of Fitch Mountain, Healdsburg was first settled by forty-niner Harmon Heald. The focus of this beautiful quaint town is the Healdsburg Plaza, it is surrounded by world class restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, book stores, clothing stores, café, bakery and deli. This is an ideal place to spend the day or an afternoon combined with wine tasting. Unique shops surround the plaza, with plenty of lawn space and benches for picnicking or for you to simply relax. If you come on Sunday afternoon you'll be in for a treat, for there are musical concerts, art shows and fiestas. Surrounding the plaza are many winery-tasting rooms. These are directions to a few: On Center Street is the Windsor Vineyard tasting room, where you can taste limited edition wines not available to shops or supermarkets. On Hayden Street is the White Oak Vineyard tasting room. And off Healdsburg Avenue is Kendell Jackson Winery, delightful food sampling and special wine tasting. Healdsburg Plaza: Sitting at the foot of Fitch Mountain, Healdsburg was first settled by forty-niner Harmon Heald. The focus of this beautiful quaint town is the Healdsburg Plaza, it is surrounded by world class restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, book stores, clothing stores, café, bakery and deli. This is an ideal place to spend the day or an afternoon combined with wine tasting. Unique shops surround the plaza, with plenty of lawn space and benches for picnicking or for you to simply relax. If you come on Sunday afternoon you'll be in for a treat, for there are musical concerts, art shows and fiestas. Surrounding the plaza are many winery-tasting rooms. These are directions to a few: On Center Street is the Windsor Vineyard tasting room, where you can taste limited edition wines not available to shops or supermarkets. On Hayden Street is the White Oak Vineyard tasting room. And off Healdsburg Avenue is Kendell Jackson Winery, delightful food sampling and special wine tasting. Alexander Valley: The town of Healdsburg is nestled between the Dry Creek and Alexander Valleys. Alexander Valley is a lush valley of about 10,000 acres with most of the wineries along Highway 128. This valley is comparable to the Bordeaux region of France, and produces about one-third of the county's grapes. A variety of grapes do well here, but it is best known for Cabernet and Chardonnay. Many of the wineries have picnic facilities so don't miss Jimtown Grocery for your picnic supplies and local produce. For a special treat, Sommer Vineyards has Saturday afternoon concerts during the summer season, call for times. At the eastern end of the Alexander Valley is the little known Knights Valley, which leads into the Napa Valley. Alexander Valley: The town of Healdsburg is nestled between the Dry Creek and Alexander Valleys. Alexander Valley is a lush valley of about 10,000 acres with most of the wineries along Highway 128. This valley is comparable to the Bordeaux region of France, and produces about one-third of the county's grapes. A variety of grapes do well here, but it is best known for Cabernet and Chardonnay. Many of the wineries have picnic facilities so don't miss Jimtown Grocery for your picnic supplies and local produce. For a special treat, Sommer Vineyards has Saturday afternoon concerts during the summer season, call for times. At the eastern end of the Alexander Valley is the little known Knights Valley, which leads into the Napa Valley. Dry Creek Valley: This valley stretches west along the Dry Creek, 16 miles long and 2 miles wide, and is best known for its Zinfandels. This grape was originally planted in the 1860's, and has brought the Dry Creek Valley world recognition as a premier wine-growing region not only for its Zinfandels, but Cabernets, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlots, Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc. There are some exciting new and rediscovered traditional grapes emerging from the Dry Creek Valley such as Syrah, Cinsault, Viognier, San Giovese and Barbera. For additional information and a great map, ask for the Russian River Wine Road Map.Dry Creek Valley: This valley stretches west along the Dry Creek, 16 miles long and 2 miles wide, and is best known for its Zinfandels. This grape was originally planted in the 1860's, and has brought the Dry Creek Valley world recognition as a premier wine-growing region not only for its Zinfandels, but Cabernets, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlots, Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc. There are some exciting new and rediscovered traditional grapes emerging from the Dry Creek Valley such as Syrah, Cinsault, Viognier, San Giovese and Barbera. For additional information and a great map, ask for the Russian River Wine Road Map.Dry Creek Valley: This valley stretches west along the Dry Creek, 16 miles long and 2 miles wide, and is best known for its Zinfandels. This grape was originally planted in the 1860's, and has brought the Dry Creek Valley world recognition as a premier wine-growing region not only for its Zinfandels, but Cabernets, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlots, Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc. There are some exciting new and rediscovered traditional grapes emerging from the Dry Creek Valley such as Syrah, Cinsault, Viognier, San Giovese and Barbera. For additional information and a great map, ask for the Russian River Wine Road Map.Lake Sonoma: Don't forget Lake Sonoma and the Warm Springs Dam at the west end of the Dry Creek Valley. The dam is a spectacular structure completed in 1983. Opened all year is the Fish Hatchery and Visitor Center, staffed with a ranger for any questions you might have on the special exhibits and audiovisual programs. The marina with boat rentals and picnic area should not be missed. Lake Sonoma: Don't forget Lake Sonoma and the Warm Springs Dam at the west end of the Dry Creek Valley. The dam is a spectacular structure completed in 1983. Opened all year is the Fish Hatchery and Visitor Center, staffed with a ranger for any questions you might have on the special exhibits and audiovisual programs. The marina with boat rentals and picnic area should not be missed. Guerneville/Armstrong Redwoods, Wineries: Heading a little south and west you enter the Russian River wine-growing region best known for its sparkling wines, the home of World famous Korbel. Moving west along River Road you come to the second stop sign in Guerneville. Turn right on Armstrong Woods Road to go to the Redwoods. There is a small entrance fee to drive into the park, but we recommend parking in the lot and walking. You really need to stand beside the 350-foot trees, the oldest of which is 1,400 years old. Picnic tables are available in the woods and horseback riding and camping are available at Austin Creek State Recreation Area above the park. After leaving the park, you might want to stop at The Burl Shop outside the park for just the right Redwood gift. Duncans Mills, an old logging town, is now a village with a population of about 100 people. A great place to pick up picnic supplies from the deli and visit the gift stores. This is about 8 miles from Guerneville. Guerneville/Armstrong Redwoods, Wineries: Heading a little south and west you enter the Russian River wine-growing region best known for its sparkling wines, the home of World famous Korbel. Moving west along River Road you come to the second stop sign in Guerneville. Turn right on Armstrong Woods Road to go to the Redwoods. There is a small entrance fee to drive into the park, but we recommend parking in the lot and walking. You really need to stand beside the 350-foot trees, the oldest of which is 1,400 years old. Picnic tables are available in the woods and horseback riding and camping are available at Austin Creek State Recreation Area above the park. After leaving the park, you might want to stop at The Burl Shop outside the park for just the right Redwood gift. Duncans Mills, an old logging town, is now a village with a population of about 100 people. A great place to pick up picnic supplies from the deli and visit the gift stores. This is about 8 miles from Guerneville. Jenner: Sonoma coast: A small fishing village at the mouth of the Russian River. A colony of harbor seals are often seen sunning at the mouth of the river. Directions are to take Highway 116 to the ocean's edge, about 4 ½ miles. Then you may choose to continue up Highway 1 to Fort Ross, about 12 miles over windy roads, or return to the Bridgehaven Bridge and cross the Russian River and drive south on Highway 1 to Bodega Bay. Jenner: Sonoma coast: A small fishing village at the mouth of the Russian River. A colony of harbor seals are often seen sunning at the mouth of the river. Directions are to take Highway 116 to the ocean's edge, about 4 ½ miles. Then you may choose to continue up Highway 1 to Fort Ross, about 12 miles over windy roads, or return to the Bridgehaven Bridge and cross the Russian River and drive south on Highway 1 to Bodega Bay. Fort Ross: A Russian trading post and fort established in 1812, it has been restored to a museum and visitor's center. It was the largest Russian presence this far south in the United States. This is now a state park and has a per car fee. Allow 1 hour to visit the fort and about 2 hours driving time to get there. Fort Ross: A Russian trading post and fort established in 1812, it has been restored to a museum and visitor's center. It was the largest Russian presence this far south in the United States. This is now a state park and has a per car fee. Allow 1 hour to visit the fort and about 2 hours driving time to get there. Bodega Bay: A fishing village discovered by the Spanish in 1775 and settled by Russian fur hunters in 1809. During certain times of the year it's a great spot to whale watch or go deep-sea fishing. Good seafood restaurants can be found at the Tides Wharf or Lucas Wharf. Numerous state beaches are available to the public en route or at Doren State Park in Bodega Bay. The Hitchcock film entitled The Birds was filmed in Bodega Bay.Bodega Bay: A fishing village discovered by the Spanish in 1775 and settled by Russian fur hunters in 1809. During certain times of the year it's a great spot to whale watch or go deep-sea fishing. Good seafood restaurants can be found at the Tides Wharf or Lucas Wharf. Numerous state beaches are available to the public en route or at Doren State Park in Bodega Bay. The Hitchcock film entitled The Birds was filmed in Bodega Bay.Bodega Bay: A fishing village discovered by the Spanish in 1775 and settled by Russian fur hunters in 1809. During certain times of the year it's a great spot to whale watch or go deep-sea fishing. Good seafood restaurants can be found at the Tides Wharf or Lucas Wharf. Numerous state beaches are available to the public en route or at Doren State Park in Bodega Bay. The Hitchcock film entitled The Birds was filmed in Bodega Bay.Napa Valley Adventure: Your adventure will take you through some beautiful countryside and some of the best grape-growing regions in the world. You will pass into the Alexander Valley grape and wine area and then through scenic Knights Valley to the Napa Valley. Napa Valley Adventure: Your adventure will take you through some beautiful countryside and some of the best grape-growing regions in the world. You will pass into the Alexander Valley grape and wine area and then through scenic Knights Valley to the Napa Valley. Calistoga: As you move along Highway 128, you will be heading for the town Calistoga, which is at the northern end of the Napa Valley. If wineries are not your primary interest, you might try a mud bath or soak in the mineral hot springs that are offered in Calistoga. En route to Napa, stop at the St. Helena Factory Outlet. It has many unique stores. About ¼ mile beyond on the left is the Hurd Candle Factory, where you can watch beeswax candles being made and decorated. This is also the location of Freemark Abbey Winery.Calistoga: As you move along Highway 128, you will be heading for the town Calistoga, which is at the northern end of the Napa Valley. If wineries are not your primary interest, you might try a mud bath or soak in the mineral hot springs that are offered in Calistoga. En route to Napa, stop at the St. Helena Factory Outlet. It has many unique stores. About ¼ mile beyond on the left is the Hurd Candle Factory, where you can watch beeswax candles being made and decorated. This is also the location of Freemark Abbey Winery.Calistoga: As you move along Highway 128, you will be heading for the town Calistoga, which is at the northern end of the Napa Valley. If wineries are not your primary interest, you might try a mud bath or soak in the mineral hot springs that are offered in Calistoga. En route to Napa, stop at the St. Helena Factory Outlet. It has many unique stores. About ¼ mile beyond on the left is the Hurd Candle Factory, where you can watch beeswax candles being made and decorated. This is also the location of Freemark Abbey Winery.Healdsburg Area Family Fun Activities:
Parks/Picnics: Giorgi Park with tennis courts and a super playground and Veterans Memorial Beach Park, with swimming, beach, playground and picnic area. Hiking/Bicycling: Lake Sonoma and Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve, in Guerneville. Map at Healdsburg Chamber office. Canoeing: Trowbridge canoe trips down the Russian River. Short and long trips available. Waterworks: Windsor Waterworks waterslides.Healdsburg Area Family Fun Activities:
Parks/Picnics: Giorgi Park with tennis courts and a super playground and Veterans Memorial Beach Park, with swimming, beach, playground and picnic area. Hiking/Bicycling: Lake Sonoma and Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve, in Guerneville. Map at Healdsburg Chamber office. Canoeing: Trowbridge canoe trips down the Russian River. Short and long trips available. Waterworks: Windsor Waterworks waterslides.Healdsburg Area Family Fun Activities:
Parks/Picnics: Giorgi Park with tennis courts and a super playground and Veterans Memorial Beach Park, with swimming, beach, playground and picnic area. Hiking/Bicycling: Lake Sonoma and Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve, in Guerneville. Map at Healdsburg Chamber office. Canoeing: Trowbridge canoe trips down the Russian River. Short and long trips available. Waterworks: Windsor Waterworks waterslides.Healdsburg Area Family Fun Activities:
Parks/Picnics: Giorgi Park with tennis courts and a super playground and Veterans Memorial Beach Park, with swimming, beach, playground and picnic area. Hiking/Bicycling: Lake Sonoma and Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve, in Guerneville. Map at Healdsburg Chamber office. Canoeing: Trowbridge canoe trips down the Russian River. Short and long trips available. Waterworks: Windsor Waterworks waterslides.Healdsburg Plaza: Sitting at the foot of Fitch Mountain, Healdsburg was first settled by forty-niner Harmon Heald. The focus of this beautiful quaint town is the Healdsburg Plaza, it is surrounded by world class restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, book stores, clothing stores, café, bakery and deli. This is an ideal place to spend the day or an afternoon combined with wine tasting. Unique shops surround the plaza, with plenty of lawn space and benches for picnicking or for you to simply relax. If you come on Sunday afternoon you'll be in for a treat, for there are musical concerts, art shows and fiestas. Surrounding the plaza are many winery-tasting rooms. These are directions to a few: On Center Street is the Windsor Vineyard tasting room, where you can taste limited edition wines not available to shops or supermarkets. On Hayden Street is the White Oak Vineyard tasting room. And off Healdsburg Avenue is Kendell Jackson Winery, delightful food sampling and special wine tasting. Alexander Valley: The town of Healdsburg is nestled between the Dry Creek and Alexander Valleys. Alexander Valley is a lush valley of about 10,000 acres with most of the wineries along Highway 128. This valley is comparable to the Bordeaux region of France, and produces about one-third of the county's grapes. A variety of grapes do well here, but it is best known for Cabernet and Chardonnay. Many of the wineries have picnic facilities so don't miss Jimtown Grocery for your picnic supplies and local produce. For a special treat, Sommer Vineyards has Saturday afternoon concerts during the summer season, call for times. At the eastern end of the Alexander Valley is the little known Knights Valley, which leads into the Napa Valley. Dry Creek Valley: This valley stretches west along the Dry Creek, 16 miles long and 2 miles wide, and is best known for its Zinfandels. This grape was originally planted in the 1860's, and has brought the Dry Creek Valley world recognition as a premier wine-growing region not only for its Zinfandels, but Cabernets, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlots, Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc. There are some exciting new and rediscovered traditional grapes emerging from the Dry Creek Valley such as Syrah, Cinsault, Viognier, San Giovese and Barbera. For additional information and a great map, ask for the Russian River Wine Road Map.Lake Sonoma: Don't forget Lake Sonoma and the Warm Springs Dam at the west end of the Dry Creek Valley. The dam is a spectacular structure completed in 1983. Opened all year is the Fish Hatchery and Visitor Center, staffed with a ranger for any questions you might have on the special exhibits and audiovisual programs. The marina with boat rentals and picnic area should not be missed. Guerneville/Armstrong Redwoods, Wineries: Heading a little south and west you enter the Russian River wine-growing region best known for its sparkling wines, the home of World famous Korbel. Moving west along River Road you come to the second stop sign in Guerneville. Turn right on Armstrong Woods Road to go to the Redwoods. There is a small entrance fee to drive into the park, but we recommend parking in the lot and walking. You really need to stand beside the 350-foot trees, the oldest of which is 1,400 years old. Picnic tables are available in the woods and horseback riding and camping are available at Austin Creek State Recreation Area above the park. After leaving the park, you might want to stop at The Burl Shop outside the park for just the right Redwood gift. Duncans Mills, an old logging town, is now a village with a population of about 100 people. A great place to pick up picnic supplies from the deli and visit the gift stores. This is about 8 miles from Guerneville. Jenner: Sonoma coast: A small fishing village at the mouth of the Russian River. A colony of harbor seals are often seen sunning at the mouth of the river. Directions are to take Highway 116 to the ocean's edge, about 4 ½ miles. Then you may choose to continue up Highway 1 to Fort Ross, about 12 miles over windy roads, or return to the Bridgehaven Bridge and cross the Russian River and drive south on Highway 1 to Bodega Bay. Fort Ross: A Russian trading post and fort established in 1812, it has been restored to a museum and visitor's center. It was the largest Russian presence this far south in the United States. This is now a state park and has a per car fee. Allow 1 hour to visit the fort and about 2 hours driving time to get there. Local Attractions:
1 mile(s) from Russian River, swimming, fishing and water recreation 5 mile(s) from Alexander Valley 10 mile(s) from Wineries, over 50 wineries within 20 minutes of the hotel 12 mile(s) from Lake Sonoma, swimming, fishing and water recreation 30 mile(s) from Hopeland Brewery 45 mile(s) from Infinion Raceway 55 mile(s) from Eel River 70 mile(s) from Golden Gate Bridge 40 minutes from Calistoga, mineral springs, mud baths and antiques 40 minutes from Korbel Champagne Cellars 40 minutes from Napa Valley, antiques 40 minutes from Pacific Ocean 40 minutes from Russian River Resorts 40 minutes from Russian River Valley 40 minutes from Safari West Wild Animal Reserve 40 minutes from Sonoma Coast 40 minutes from Sonoma County Wine and Visitors Center 40 minutes from Sonoma Valley 40 minutes from Sonoma Valley Inn 60 minutes from Anderson Valley 60 minutes from Bodega Bay, deep sea fishing 60 minutes from Fisherman's Wharf 60 minutes from Fort Ross 60 minutes from Giant Redwoods 60 minutes from Mendocino 60 minutes from Muir Woods 60 minutes from Sea Ranch 60 minutes from The Skunk TrainLocal Attractions: Within walking distance from: Delis and cafés Historic victorians 5 minutes from: Alexander Valley Antiques Wineries and vineyards Canoeing Dry Creek Valley Fitch Mountain, bicycling Geyserville Healdsburg Airport Healdsburg Museum Antiques Historic Healdsburg Plaza, shops and boutiques, artisans galleries, old time bakeries Hot air balloon rides Memorial Beach Raven Movie Theater Tayman Golf Course, 9 holes Villa Chanticleer, conference facilities Windsor 15 minutes from: Cloverdale Fish Hatchery Hiking trails Lake Sonoma Sonoma County Airport Timber Crest Farms, dried fruits and organic produce farms Warm Springs Dam Windsor Golf Course, 18 holes 40 minutes from: Armstrong Redwoods Calistoga, mineral springs, mud baths and antiques Korbel Champagne Cellars Napa Valley, antiques Occidental, old world family style Italian restaurants Pacific Ocean Russian River Resorts Russian River Valley Safari West Wild Animal Reserve Sonoma Coast Sonoma County Wine and Visitors Center Sonoma Valley Sonoma Valley Inn 60 minutes from: Anderson Valley Bodega Bay, deep sea fishing Fisherman's Wharf Fort Ross Giant Redwoods Mendocino Muir Woods Oakland Airport San Francisco San Francisco Airport Sausalito Sea Ranch The Skunk Train 1 mile from Russian River 5 miles from Alexander Valley Farm 30 miles from Hopeland Brewery 45 miles from Sears Point Raceway 55 miles from Eel River 60 miles from Ukiah 70 miles from Golden Gate BridgeBodega Bay: A fishing village discovered by the Spanish in 1775 and settled by Russian fur hunters in 1809. During certain times of the year it's a great spot to whale watch or go deep-sea fishing. Good seafood restaurants can be found at the Tides Wharf or Lucas Wharf. Numerous state beaches are available to the public en route or at Doren State Park in Bodega Bay. The Hitchcock film entitled The Birds was filmed in Bodega Bay.Shopping:
1 mile(s) from Healdsburg Plaza, downtown Healdsburg Boutique and Antique Shops - nice shopping Area 6 mile(s) from Wal-mart 6 mile(s) from Home Depot 6 mile(s) from Office Depot 15 mile(s) from Coddingtown, major shopping mall 15 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Plaza, major shopping mallNapa Valley Adventure: Your adventure will take you through some beautiful countryside and some of the best grape-growing regions in the world. You will pass into the Alexander Valley grape and wine area and then through scenic Knights Valley to the Napa Valley. Calistoga: As you move along Highway 128, you will be heading for the town Calistoga, which is at the northern end of the Napa Valley. If wineries are not your primary interest, you might try a mud bath or soak in the mineral hot springs that are offered in Calistoga. En route to Napa, stop at the St. Helena Factory Outlet. It has many unique stores. About ¼ mile beyond on the left is the Hurd Candle Factory, where you can watch beeswax candles being made and decorated. This is also the location of Freemark Abbey Winery.Healdsburg Area Family Fun Activities:
Parks/Picnics: Giorgi Park with tennis courts and a super playground and Veterans Memorial Beach Park, with swimming, beach, playground and picnic area. Hiking/Bicycling: Lake Sonoma and Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve, in Guerneville. Map at Healdsburg Chamber office. Canoeing: Trowbridge canoe trips down the Russian River. Short and long trips available. Waterworks: Windsor Waterworks waterslides.Transportation:
10 mile(s) from Sonoma County Airport 12 mile(s) from San Francisco Airport, Take Highway 101 north across Golden Gate Bridge, 60 miles North on 101 from the bridge. 10 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Airport, The airport is served by Horizon Airlines via LAX,Seatlle and Portland. Take Highway 101 North to the Dry Creek Road Exit. Approximately 10 minutes. 75 mile(s) from Oakland International 75 mile(s) from Oakland International Airports, 80 North to 580 West towards San Rafael, cross Richmond San Rafael Bridge. Then to 101 North from there it is 45 miles north to the Dry Creek Road Exit.Transportation:
10 mile(s) from Sonoma County Airport 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Airport 75 mile(s) from Oakland International 75 mile(s) from San Francisco International 75 mile(s) from Oakland International Airports
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