Thursday, May 22, 2008

Bodega Bay Restaurant

For Villa guests who want to venture to the town of Bodega Bay, we often recommend lunch at the Sandpiper Restaurant, right on the water's edge. The Sandpiper has been around for 40+ years, serving locals and visitors great -- and fresh -- seafood, such as: smoked salmon quesidilla, pesto salmon, fried oysters, and much, much more. The Sandpiper's signature dish, though, is it's clam chowder, and if you want, you can even buy a "Please don't eat the chowder" t-shirt (cause then they run out!!!). Enjoy!

Monday, May 12, 2008

Winery Friends of the Villa

Many people love staying at the Sonoma Coast Villa & Spa because they don't have to leave -- we have everything on site, including a wonderful restaurant, spa treatments, and pool. Many, though, do like to venture out, particularly to the nearby Sonoma County wineries which are only a short distance from us. We're happy to give you directions and suggestions.

One of favorite wineries is Balletto Estate Vineyards. This is a small, family-run winery which makes high-quality wines. Their vineyards are in the Russian River Valley designation. Again, you can enjoy Balletto wines at the Sonoma Coast Villa... or take a drive there yourself!