
24 Hours in Glen Ellen
If you only have 24 hours to visit Sonoma County, an excellent place to spend your time is Glen Ellen, a cozy village tucked away between vineyards and valleys in the Sonoma Valley.
This sweet little town is home to some of wine country's most intriguing destination locations. From the rich history of Jack London State Historic Park, to the relaxed luxury of the Olea Hotel, you are sure to experience some of the magic of Sonoma County.
10 a.m. Hike at Jack London State Historic ParkÂ
1 p.m. Lunch
Continue your day at Jack London with a picnic lunch by the lake (Glen Ellen Village Market is a great place to pick up supplies), or for a more international hit, check out the highly rated Yeti restaurant for Nepalese and Indian food.
3 p.m. Check in at Olea HotelÂ
This boutique, family-owned hotel has a cult following for their excellent service and gourmet breakfasts. Centrally located about three minutes from the heart of Glen Ellen, Olea is a perfect spot for couples looking for a romantic getaway.
Olea's careful attention to detail is shown in amenities like complementary local wines, on-site massage, luxury linens, and a hot tub tucked away in a quiet garden. Set into an oak studded hillside and surrounded by olive trees, the look of the property is classic Glen Ellen country charm with a clean lined modern aesthetic in the rooms.
4:30 p.m. Massage at Olea
Conveniently located off the lobby area, the Asian themed massage room provides a relaxing atmosphere for visitors. Olea's massages utilize a house blend of essential oils, to aid in reducing stress and clearing the mind. Couples massage and a variety of massage styles are available on request.
6:30 p.m. Dinner at Glen Ellen StarÂ
8:30 p.m. Wine at Olea's fire pit, then a dip in the hot tub
What better way to wind down after a delicious dinner than with a glass of complementary wine by the Olea fire pit surrounded by fairy lights and olive trees? A dip in their secluded hot tub under the oaks will bring the night to a close and provide a perfectly relaxing way to end a wonderful day in Glen Ellen.