'''St. Helena''' is in Napa Valley in the Bay Area of California.
Get in
By air
'''San Francisco International Airport (SFO)''' in San Francisco.
By car
'''From San Francisco:'''
:'''Highway 101 North''' over the Golden Gate Bridge, to Highway 37;
:'''Highway 37 East''' towards Vallejo/Napa, to Highway 121;
:'''Highway 121 North''' towards Napa to '''Highway 29 North''' to St. Helena.
Get around
St. Helena is a small town but the wineries are spread out. Driving is recommended but biking can also be fun.
'''Please do not Drink and Drive''' Even though you may not feel like you are drinking, it only takes a few wine tastings to be over the legal limit. Be safe and designate a driver or hire a taxi or limo.
'''Valley Valet taxi'''+1(707)942-9009
'''Elite Limo''' +1(707)265-8777
See
Silverado Museum. 490 Library Lane. 1 707 963-3757. ttp://www.silveradomuseum.org/. -Su Noon-4PM. The largest collection of Robert Louis Stevenson's works outside of Scotland. Eight thousand manuscripts, photos, and letters.
Do
Wine Tasting
V. Sattui. 111 White Lane. oll
free: 1-800-799-2337" email="" fax="" url="http://www.vsattui.com/" hours="Summer 9AM-6PM, winter 9AM-5PM, closed only on Christmas day." price=""> Is among the few to have free tastings. They also have a wonderful deli and picnic tables.</do>
Charles Krug Winery. 800 Main St. 1 (707) 967-2200 Toll Free: 1-888-747-5784. 0:30AM-5PM. This winery is a national historical land mark.
Heitz Cellars. 36 St. Helena Hwy.. wy 29. 1 (707) 963-3542. ttp://www.heitzcellar.com. 1AM-4:30PM. Enjoy outside seating with views of the vineyards and wine tasting of several vintages and varieties of wines.
Franciscan Oakville Estate. 178 Galleron Rd. 1 (707) 963-711 Toll Free: 1-800-529-9463. 0AM-5PM. Taste Franciscan's collection of Classic or Limited Edition wines for $15 per person.
Louis M. Martini Winery. 54 South St. Helena Hwy. wy 29. 1 (707)963-2736. ttp://www.louismartini.com. 1AM-5PM. Cabernet Sauvignon and Italian varietals.
Beringer. 000 Main St. 1 (707) 963-4812. ttp://www.beringer.com. ine Tasting: $10 3 wine flight.. Established in 1873, Beringer is the oldest winery in Napa Valley. Enjoy the history by taking the Vintage Legacy Tour at 11AM ($40) which takes you through the winery and tunnels and includes not only wine tasting but Barrel Tasting.
Whitehall Lane Winery. 563 St. Helena Hwy. wy 29. -800-963-9454. ttp://www.whitehalllane.com/. 1Am-5PM. ine Tasting: $12-25. This family owned winery specializes in Cabernets.
Spas
Health Spa Napa Valley. 030 Main Street. 1 (707) 967-8800. ttp://www.napavalleyspa.com/. essage starting at $75, Facials Starting at $120, Body Treatments starting at $120, Private Yoga $85. Relax, indulge and detox at this peaceful spa in St. Helena. Health Spa goes beyond the standard spa treatments, offering private Yoga and Pilates classes as well as fitness assessments.
Message Creations. 1 (707)968-2846. ttp://www.massagecreations.com. essage starting at $80. Let the spa come to you. Message Creations will bring you the whole spa experience anywhere with in a 45 mile radius of St. Helena.
Meadowood Wellness. 00 Meadowood Ln. 1 (808) 458-8080. reatments starting at $135. Indulge in a spa treatment and send your husband out for a game of golf. Meadowood Wellness offers spa treatments, croquest, golf, tennis, swimming and hiking.
Buy
Main Street Book Store. 315 Main St.. 01 (707) 963-1338. Main Street Book Store is a fantastic independent book store int eh heart of St. Helena with a knowledgeable owner that can help you navigate the narrow bookshelves to find the perfect book for you.
Heaven & Earth. 371 Main St. 01 (707) 963-1124. High quality cosmetics, beauty supplies and skin care to keep the spa treatment low well after you trip.
Diva Perfume. 309 Main St.. 01 (707) 963-4057. Exclusive European perfumes and fantastic clothing.
Eat
Taylor's Automatic Refresher. 33 Main Street. 1 (707) 963-3486. ttp://www.taylorsrefresher.com. aily 10:30AM-9PM.. Good, cheap food! American style drive in with 50 decor and great burgers.
Terra Restaurant. 345 Railroad Av.. 1 (707) 963-8931. ttp://www.terrarestaurant.com/. inner Mon-Wed. Romantic restaurant with an excellent chef offering a range of innovative dishes.
Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant. 555 Main Street. 1(707)967-1010. ttp://www.ciachef.edu/restaurants. Su?Th: 11:30AM?9PM, F,Sa: 11:30AM?10PM. ntrees $20-$30. Restaurant at the Culinary Institute of America offering a fantastic four course meal and impeccable service.Reservations suggested.
Drink
'''Silverado Brewing Company''', 3020 St. Helena Hwy., Phone: ''+1 707'' 967-9876, [http://www.silveradobrewingcompany.com]. That's right, "home-brewed" ales and stout.
Silo's Wine Bar & Jazz Club. 30 Main St.. 1 (707) 251-5583. ues. 4PM-7PM, Wed-Thurs 4PM-7PM, Fri-Sat 4PM-12PM. Sit back and relax to the sounds of local jazz musicians with a glass of wine in your hand. Silo offers desserts named after famous artist and art pieces such as The David and The Picasso, wine by the bottle, glass or flight (three 2oz tasters). Desserts $9, Flights $10 - $15.
Sleep
El Bonita Motel. 95 Main St. oll Free +1 (800) 541-3285. 99-190 Nov - March, $125-269 March - May, $145-289 May - Nov. This budget motel is a good way to save a few dollars while enjoying the wine country. Their rooms are basic but the pool and hot tub are a treat after a day of wine tasting. El Bonita would be ideal for those traveling with children, rent a "Homestead" room and enjoy the kitchenette.
Harvest Inn. ne Main Street. 1 (800) 950-8466. ww.harvestinn.com. 125-359 Off Season, $419-529 High Season. An English Tudor lodge with beautifully decorated rooms, serieen gardens and a luxurious spa. Most rooms with fireplaces.
Hotel St. Helena. 309 Main St. 1(707)963-4388. ttp://www.hotelsthelena.net/. Reminiscent of old fashion boarding houses. Some rooms have private baths while others share a bathroom down the hall. Call for prices.
The Inn at South Bridge. 020 Main St. 1 (707)967-9400. tarting at $225. Luxurious rooms with views.
Meadowood Resort. 00 Meadowood Lane. oll free: +1 800-458-8080. ttp://www.meadowood.com/lodging/. uites: $350-3,125 depending on season and size. 85 Cottages, suites and lodges forming an exclusive get away with its own gulf course and spa.
Vineyard Country Inn. 01 Main St. 1(707)963-1000. ttp://www.vineyardcountryinn.com/. ooms: $185-325. A beautiful estate home with cottages in the back, offering 21 suites, swimming pool, jacuzzi and breakfast.
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'''Wine Country Inn''', 1152 Lodi Lane, Phone: ''+1 707'' 963-7077, [http://www.winecountryinn.com/]. Perched on a knoll overlooking manicured vineyards, the Wine Country Inn is a romantic B&B offering 24 guestrooms and five luxury cottages.
White Sulphur Spring Resort. 100 White Sulpur Springs Rd. 1(707)963-8588. ttp://www.whitesulphursprings.com/. Rural setting west of town along tree-shaded road. Only takes reservations for participants in the Hoffman Process.
Ink House. 575 St. Helena Highway. wy 29 . ttp://www.ila-chateau.com/inkhouse/. This 1884 historic landmark hotel combines Victorian elegance and modern facilities in the midst of the Napa Valley's world famous wine growing region. Seven guest bedrooms from $179 + tax. No restaurant, but gourmet breakfast included.
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