12 Unique Inns and Bed and Breakfasts in Sonoma Wine Country

From intimate, secluded settings to resort-style amenities or fantastic proximity to wineries, restaurants, and more, these unique inns and B&Bs are perfect for a one-of-a-kind Sonoma Wine Country getaway.

1. Inn at the Tides, Bodega Bay

An elegant, rustic lodge with secluded surroundings, sweeping views of Bodega Bay, and close proximity to the Pacific Ocean are what you’ll experience at the Inn at the Tides. Here, guests can explore the Sonoma Coast, including renowned beaches, hiking trails, world-class wineries, sport-fishing, whale-watching, and more. Enjoy the heated swimming pool, spa, fitness center, in-room massages, a complimentary bottle of wine, and dining across the street at Tides Wharf Restaurant.

2. Gaige House, Glen Ellen

Vintage yet contemporary, with a modern Asian flair, Gaige House is a unique blend of traditional B&B and luxury resort. Its secluded setting along Calabaza Creek is accented with rock gardens and hammocks shaded by ancient oaks. The B&B boasts 23 private rooms, including eight new Zen Suites with granite soaking tubs and Japanese gardens, perfect for en-suite spa treatments. Guests are also treated to a complimentary, three-course breakfast every morning.

3. Kenwood Inn and Spa, Kenwood

Kenwood Inn and Spa is truly a Sonoma County gem. Hidden away in the fabled Valley of the Moon, you’ll discover a lavish 29-room resort with a luxurious spa, sparkling pool, two hot tubs, and a sensational breakfast. Each room is different, yet all offer posh retreats. This Mediterranean-style property has a castle-like ambiance and a fireplace sitting area. The spa offers a comprehensive menu of face and body treatments, some of which can be enjoyed poolside or in your guest room.

4. Farmhouse Inn, Forestville

Built in 1870, this hideaway is situated on a serene 10-acre wooded estate in Sonoma County’s famous Russian River Valley. The Farmhouse Inn is a charming, romantic property that offers guests a unique Sonoma Wine Country experience with a seasonally inspired spa, farm-fresh dining at the award-winning Farmhouse Restaurant, opportunities with local wineries, and nightly wine hours on the inn’s gracious lawn.

5. Inn at Occidental, Occidental

Surrounded by English gardens and framed by towering redwoods, the pet-friendly Inn at Occidental offers spacious rooms and a laid-back atmosphere. With 16 guest rooms and a two-bedroom cottage, this graceful clapboard mansion is larger than a typical B&B, but just as cozy. Discover antiques, art, and tastefully themed rooms like the Safari suite. Outdoors, you’ll find expansive open spaces, hiking trails, and a seasonal swimming pool.

6. Kenwood Oaks Guest House, Kenwood

This chill, locally owned property is just a short drive from all the restaurants, wineries, and outdoor recreation. Kenwood Oaks Guest House is pet-friendly and has boarding available onsite, so you can go out and explore while your pups are taken care of. As a Sonoma Valley Green Business, this place prioritizes sustainability with 33 solar panels providing renewable energy to the property.

7. Olea Hotel, Glen Ellen

On a large hillside overlooking the Sonoma Valley sits the Olea Hotel. This elegant boutique hotel is an adult-only retreat that attracts wine enthusiasts from all over thanks to its close proximity to many wineries. The property is surrounded by oak and olive trees and features luxury cottages, bright guestrooms, a serene terrace, a stylish pool, a gourmet breakfast, and spa services. Revel in amenities like heated bathroom floors and complimentary slippers.  

8. The Gables Wine Country Inn, Santa Rosa

An elegantly restored Gothic Victorian, The Gables Wine Country Inn is a premier luxury inn offering a relaxed country experience, with 12-foot ceilings, large guest rooms, and an exceptional breakfast. It’s the perfect home base for your Sonoma Wine Country adventures, whether that’s wine tasting, hiking among the redwoods, floating the Russian River, visiting the coast, or biking the vineyards. Each guest receives a Wine Passport, which provides complimentary wine tastings at over 100 Sonoma County wineries.

9. Beltane Ranch Bed & Breakfast, Glen Ellen

Tucked on a hillside overlooking the Sonoma Valley, this historical 1892 ranch house and its accompanying cottages are situated in an Eden of gardens and vineyards. Walking trails lead past grazing horses and cattle, through the ranch’s winery estate, olive orchards, and the produce gardens that supply the kitchen for each morning’s breakfast. Choose from five bedrooms in the main house or a cozy cottage, all with private entrances, bathrooms, and patios. Prepare to love the décor, which spotlights family antiques and original artwork.

10. Elim Grove Cottage B&B, Cazadero

A true hidden gem, you’ll find these cottages tucked along Austin Creek underneath majestic, towering redwoods. The inn’s five private cottages are nestled in a charming compound overlooking the gardens of the scrumptious on-site bakery, from which Mark and Elizabeth Weiss send out a mouthwatering array of fresh-baked breads, muffins, cinnamon rolls, buttermilk blueberry scones, and so much more.

11. Sonoma Creek Inn, Sonoma

The country-chic Sonoma Creek Inn provides budget-friendly accommodations without sacrificing style, amenities, or convenience. The inn is located just a few miles north of the Sonoma Plaza, which is teeming with restaurants, boutiques, and wine bars. Guests can enjoy free wine tastings at area wineries, coffee at the garden courtyard, a chess game on the front porch, or a walk on nearby trails (the inn is pet-friendly).

12. Ocean Cove Lodge Bar & Grill, Jenner

Perched on a towering cliff, Ocean Cove Lodge Bar & Grill is a small retreat tucked under ancient redwoods. Located just minutes from state parks, sandy beaches, and ocean coves, the lodge is an ideal getaway for those wanting to experience the soothing solitude of Sonoma Wine Country’s northern coast. The inn features updated amenities, and the coveted upstairs rooms have private sun decks, hot tubs, and spectacular ocean vistas. The onsite Ocean Cove Bar & Grill serves elevated bar food with a stunning view.

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Written by Sonoma Insider Carey Sweet