If you follow the two-lane Highway 116 as it winds its way through central Sonoma County’s Russian River Valley, the ribbon of roadway becomes known as Front Street for the three blocks where it bisects “downtown” Forestville (pop. 3,293).
Check out the renowned Nightingale Breads, which uses a wood-fired oven to produce fragrant European-style loaves and other baked goods. Visit the Tiny Town Café for a cup of coffee and some local conversation, or taste local vintages in Forestville’s tasting rooms and nearby wineries.
When it's time to eat, dining options in Forestville include burgers, pizza, deli delights, Italian, Mexican, and more. Just outside of town, the Michelin-starred Farmhouse Inn offers superb service, a fantastic wine list, and a seasonal farm-to-table gourmet menu.
Recreational opportunities abound. Access the Russian River at Sunset Beach River Park, Steelhead Beach Regional Park, and Mom’s Beach (aka Forestville River Access). Explore the waterway with help from Burke’s Canoe Trips, which offers canoes, kayaks, shuttle service and riverside campsites.
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Beautifully situated in Sonoma County's Russian River Valley amidst rolling hills, soaring redwood trees and lush vineyards, the tiny town of Forestville offers much to do. It's a laid-back, slow-it...
Forestville's motto is "where the river meets the redwoods," but it may as well be "where the river and the redwoods meet the vineyards." The road out of town leads directly into an empire of redwood...
Winding its way across the heart of Sonoma Wine Country, the Russian River offers a wide variety of outdoor opportunities. And whether you want to nibble on picnic fare, lie back in the sun, read a...
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Steelhead Beach is a destination for summer fun on the Russian River. Swimming, paddling, sunbathing, picnicking, and barbecuing are favorite activities here during warm months. Fishing, birding, and…
Located in the heart of enchanting Sonoma County, CA, our family owned boutique winery places an emphasis on showcasing the terroir of the region. Our small production winemaking techniques allow us…
Santa Rosa Junior College Shone Farm Winery is a premium commercial winery and educational facility in the heart of the Russian River Valley American Viticultural Area. We craft small-lot vintages…
THE GRANGE: A BOARDROOM MASQUERADING AS A BARN Introduced Summer of 2019, a brand-new designed gathering space called The Grange. Why hold a meeting when you can create an experience? Whether you are…
What could be more enjoyable than a day of wine tasting in Sonoma County? Relaxing in the back seat of the car you already have while an experienced Sonoma Wine Guides tour driver shows you the…
Whether it’s shipping wine and other souvenirs home or the need to conduct business from afar, The Service Station provides everything that’s required with friendly, knowledgeable customer service.…
Wine Country Romance. Dreaming of the charm and romance of a wine country wedding without the headache of planning it yourself? Farmhouse Inn offers a trio of Elopement packages, each featuring an…
Nightingale Breads takes great pride in creating some of the finest breads in Sonoma County. Using a traditional wood fired oven created by Alan Scott (a local oven legend) built in 2007, we make…
Whether you are planning a corporate retreat, casual gathering, or festive celebration, Russian River Vineyards offers a series of elegant, fun, and flexible event spaces for private parties. Better…