Wineries and tastings

Loxton Cellars 11466 Dunbar Rd (10 min).

Charming, unpretentious local winery known for award-winning Syrah, Zinfandel, and Port at good value from on-site Aussie winemaker Chris Loxton. Complimentary tastings + 20% off wine by mentioning you're "guests of Michael's Vacation Home" (Book online)

B.R. Cohn Winery & Olive Oil 15000 Sonoma Hwy (5 min)

This picturesque vineyard is surrounded by Sonoma Mountain and the Mayacamas Mountain range with wine and olive oil tastings. Founded by Bruce Cohn, manager of the Doobie Brothers

Gundlach Bundschu Winery 2000 Denmark St (20 min)

Stunning grounds, impressive reds, and excellent dry whites

Restaurants

Glen Ellen Star 13648 Arnold Dr (<10 min)

Culinary highlight in Glen Ellen with changing seasonal menu. Reservations recommended

The Girl & The Fig 110 W Spain St (10 min)

French-inspired cuisine with a California twist. Beautiful outdoor patio. Reservations recommended

The Swiss Hotel 18 W Spain St (10 min)

Local hangout with strong cocktails and classic food. Try their pastas, pizzas, and pork chop. Reservations available for back patio, first come first serve in the front

Salt + Stone 9900 Sonoma Hwy (<15 min)

Hidden gem in Kenwood with a beautiful outdoor seating area and impressive oyster selection. A good choice for a celebration

Coffee, pastries, and ice cream

Baker & Cook 18812 Sonoma Hwy (5 min)

Amazing coffee, brunch bites, baked goods, and delicious pastries (must try their gluten-free beignets!). Now doing dinner on weekends

Cielito Ice Cream & Coffee 205 Nino Marco Sq (3 min)

Best ice cream spot with paletas and churros

Casual bites

El Molino Central 11 Central Ave (5 min)

A must try, local's favorite for seasonal Mexican cuisine and can get busy during peak dining times. Nice back area to eat your food if you’d like to dine-in

La Bamba Taco Truck 18155 Sonoma Hwy (5 min)

Best taco truck for a quick cheap bite (not open for lunch). This is a late night spot that almost always has a line

Bars

Sigh Champagne & Sparkling Bar 120 W Napa St (10 min)

Elegant space for those who love bubbles. Trivia nights on Mondays

Murphy's Irish Pub 464 1st St E (10 min)

Great pub food, 5-7 pm happy hour, Wednesday trivia, and live music Thursday - Monday at 7 pm

HopMonk Tavern Sonoma 691 Broadway (10 min)

Ideal for beer lovers with house-brewed beers and Tuesday trivia—amazing outdoor space, especially at night

Local Landmarks

The Fairmont Mission Inn & Spa 100 Boyes Blvd (5 min)

Built on geothermal Boyes Hot Springs, offering a spa, fine dining, fire pits, and hot spring-fed pools

Sonoma Plaza 453 1st St E (10 min)

Historic square with restaurants, shops, wine tastings, and bars

Hiking

Jack London Historic Park 2400 London Ranch Rd (10 min)

National Historic Registry park with beautiful hiking trails, picnic spots, and a small museum. Final resting place of famous novelist Jack London. $10 per vehicle, 9:00-5:00pm

Bartholomew Park 1695 Castle Rd (15 min)

Beautiful grounds for picnicking and hiking overlooking vines. Gate open 10:00-4:30 pm, free entrance. On-premises winery offers tastings

North Sonoma Mountain Park 5297 Sonoma Mtn Rd (25 min)

Ideal for avid hikers with panoramic views of Sonoma County and its rolling hills. 7 am - 7 pm

Car Service

Valet of the Moon

Save money on car service by having a chauffeur drive your car and serve as your personal designated driver. Licenses and insured to drive your rental car. Contact at tours@valetofthemoon.com or (707)324-9346

Wine Tours By Santa

Similar service with personal driver as above. Leonard moonlights as Santa during the Christmas season and all other times is a personal driver with over a decade of wine tour experience. Contact at wtsanta@gmail.com or (707) 535-9175

A guide to our favorite local destinations!