Harvest in the Russian River Valley

Some say Sonoma County, with towns like Healdsburg, Sebastopol, Glen Ellen and Sonoma, is the mellow little sister to big-brother Napa. There's something about the slower pace—and soothing, dynamite wines—that makes us agree. However, our heart really lies in the Russian River Valley of Sonoma. The Russian River valley is a bucolic mixture of grape vines, apple tree's, redwoods and of course the river. Running its way all the way to the pacific ocean, the Russian River is a playground for families looking to escape the summer heat and a peaceful haven bordered by orchards, farms and vineyards. Attracted 140 years ago by the world's premier redwood groves, first loggers and then travelers came to see the ancient forests then called Big Bottom. Today, the Russian River area is a vacation destination offering fine restaurants, wineries and activities. The Russian River is made up of small eclectic hamlets and towns.

There are a bunch of small hotels and B&B's in the Valley but these are three of our favorites.

Farmhouse Inn
7871 River Rd.
Forestville, California
www.farmhouseinn.com
800/464-6642 or 707/887-3300

Tim n Tony's Treehouse.
21 Acre Mountain Hideway
Forestville, California
707/887-9531
www.timntony.com

The Sebastopol Inn
6751 Sebastopol Ave.
Sebastopol, CA
800/653-1082
www.sebastopolinn.com

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