Wine enthusiasts and nature lovers alike will find a great base of operations in the town of Kenwood (pop. 1,028), located in eastern Sonoma County at the north end of the picturesque Sonoma Valley.
Wine tasting — and more — is available at in-town tasting rooms or in the world-renowned wineries along the outskirts of town.
Shop for hand-made folk art, artisan wine racks, and garden and pet supplies at Swede's Feeds. You'll recognize it by the colorful metal-welded animal sculptures standing in the store's front yard: at times the metal menagerie has included a 10-foot-tall dinosaur or 12-foot-tall giraffe.Â
Explore the outdoors at nearby Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, home to miles of trails, a waterfall, and Bald Mountain. It's also home to the Robert Ferguson Observatory.
South of town, Wildwood Nursery features sculptures scattered on trails throughout five lushly-forested acres. The nursery showcases more than 250 varieties of Japanese maples, many of them rare, as well as dogwoods, ginkgos, conifers, edible plant starts, and bonsai-style beech, maple, and evergreen trees.
Kenwood offers a range of lodging options, including bed and breakfast inns, vacation rentals, and winery cottages. The Kenwood Inn & Spa, a Mediterranean villa-style resort, consistently receives awards from Conde Nast Traveler and other travel publications.
Pick up picnic supplies at the Kenwood Market. If dining out, enjoy relaxed dining at the Italian trattoria-style Café Citti, or burgers, barbecue, pizza, and other New American cuisine at Palooza Brewery & Gastropub, which features local wines and 16 micro-craft beers.Â
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Wine enthusiasts and nature lovers alike discover a great base of operations in the tiny (population around 1,000) and picturesque town of Kenwood. Perched on the northern end of California's Sonoma...
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Located at the foothills of the Mayacamas Mountains on the corner of Highway 12 and Adobe Canyon Road in Sonoma Valley, we offer daily tastings featuring Landmark’s signature wines as well as…
Palooza Gastropub and Wine Bar is a neighborhood gathering place, a relaxed and friendly environment where wonderfully flavored, thoughtfully sourced food and drinks bring friends and family…
Built in 1887, the Kenwood Depot served proudly as central Sonoma Valley’s primary railroad station from 1888 to 1934 when rail service finally gave way to the automobile. Today, the trains and even…
This enchanting home away from home is a serene idyll for a relaxing getaway. You'll feel a thousand miles away in your tasteful, wine country retreat, surrounded by natural beauty. Conveniently…
Designed with hand-crafted artistry, the Inn has the allure of a Mediterranean villa. Located amidst the vineyards, the Kenwood Inn and Spa is the premier destination for visitors seeking gracious…
Swede's Feeds Pet and Garden is a local store offering pet food and supplies, plant and garden supplies, metal art, and much, much more!
This family winery is located in the heart of Sonoma Valley, a short one-hour drive north of San Francisco. Emerging like a gothic blast from the past out of acres of rolling vineyards and pastoral…
We produce world-class stand-up comedy shows at some of the most sought-after wineries in Sonoma and Napa. Our company launched in the Sonoma Valley to sold out audiences during the "harvest/crush"…
Chateau St Jean provides an ideal setting for an elegant private event, whether you are planning an engagement or your next birthday party. Our events team is well equipped to handle virtually any…
We invite you to visit our tasting room nestled inside a historic red schoolhouse where you can experience traditional Italian-style winemaking at its finest, right in the heart of Sonoma's Valley of…