“"If a bottle of wine was purchased at every winery within a half-hour drive of Applewood Inn, a visitor would have an impressive cellar of outstanding vintages."
- Reno Air Approach

Having fun at Applewood Inn

Applewood Inn is ideally located only minutes from the dramatic Sonoma Coast, the majestic old growth Redwoods of the Russian River Valley’s Armstrong state park in Guerneville and the outstanding Sonoma County wineries scattered along the Russian River Wine Road. In fact all of the wine country activities in both Sonoma and Napa are within easy reach. Our knowledgeable staff can map out a special wine country itinerary just for you.

Before you venture off to see the magnificent Sonoma / Russian River regions, consider some of the relaxing, inspiring ... and truly fun things one can do at Applewood Inn.

- Take a dip in to pool.
- Soak in the outdoor hot tub
- Visit the light-filled game room
- Read a book in the solarium
- Relax with a loved one in the great room
- Visit our expansive organic gardens and orchard
- Photograph the towering redwoods
- Partake of a glass of wine under the umbrella in the Mediterranean courtyard
- Listen to the soothing sounds of the splashing fountains
- Take delight in the whimsical Italian statues that accent the property

Sightseeing

Start with any of the following activities or destinations and let us guide you in creating your own personal Wine Country Dream Vacation.

Hiking beneath ancient Redwoods - Trail rides - Kicking up sand along the coast - Canoeing the Russian River - Floating high above the vineyards in a hot air balloon - Playing golf at Northwood Golf Course - Biking along county backroads with Wine Country Bikes or Life cycle adventures - Going to a movie you've been meaning to see - Catching a play at Pegasus Theater - Visiting Charlie Brown and all the Peanuts gang at the Charles Schulz Museum - Visiting one of the farms along the Sonoma County Farm Trails - Checking out galleries like the Quicksilver Mine Co. or Graton Gallery or visiting an artiist's studio and finding art at it's source.

Every season in the Russian River Valley has a wonderful outdoor food & wine or music festival. Some of our favorites are the Russian River Blues Fest in June and the Russian River Jazz Festival in September. the Russian River Food and Wine Fest occurs in October along with the Sonoma County Harvest Fair while August has Grape to Glass. In Winter the Russian River Wine Road hosts Winter Wineland and a Barrell Tasting.Whatever time of year you choose to come there's sure to be something going on that you won't want to miss.

Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve   

The serene, majestic beauty of this Grove is a living reminder of the magnificent primeval redwood forest that covered much of this area before logging operations began during the 19th century. Armstrong Redwoods preserves 805 acres of the stately and magnificent Sequoia Sempervirens, commonly known as the coast redwood. These trees stand together as a testament to the wonders of the natural world. The Grove offers solace from the hustle and bustle of daily life, offering the onlooker great inspiration and a place for quiet reflection.

SonomaCounty.org has photos, printable maps and a complete list of county parks and trails.

Wine Touring

Applewood is blessed to have as neighbors the 75+ wineries that comprise the Russian River Wine Road, winding from the Pacific Ocean and the redwoods of the Russian River Valley to the benchlands of Dry Creek Valley and the rolling hills of the Alexander Valley. An area full of history, grapes have been grown and wine has been made in northwest Sonoma County for over 130 years.

Venture just a bit further down the road and visit neighboring Napa Valley or turn North to discover the wines of Mendocino's Anderson Valley but be sure to make it back in time for dinner at the inn, a splendid end to a perfect day in the Wine Country.

Here are just some of the wineries to consider:

Russian River Valley
Acorn Winery, Belvedere Winery, Christopher Creek, Davis Bynum,   DeLoach Vineyard, Foppiano, Gary Farrell, Hartford Family, Hop Kiln Winery, Iron Horse, J Wine Co.,  Korbel Champagne Cellars, Limerick Lane, Martinelli, Porter Creek, Rabbit Ridge, Rochoili, Rodney Strong, Sunce.
Alexander Valley
 Alexander Valley Vineyard, Chateau Souverain, Clos du Bois, Fieldstone, Jordan Vineyard & Winery, Hanna Winery, Kendall-Jackson Winery, Lancaster, Silver Oak Cellars, Simi Winery, Stryker Sonoma, White Oak.
Dry Creek Valley
Alderbrook Vineyards, Armida Winery, Bella, Camellia Cellars, Everett Ridge Vineyard,  Ferrari-Carano Vineyard, Dry Creek Vineyard, Frick, J. Fritz Winery, Gopfrich Winery,Lake Sonoma, Lambert Bridge Winery, Mazzocco Vineyards, Michel-Schlumberger,Mill Creek Vineyards, Passalacqua, Preston Vineyards, Quivira Vineyards, Raymond Burr, Rodney Strong Vineyards, Seghesio Family Vineyards, Unti Vineyards, Wilson, Yoakim Bridge.
Sonoma Valley
Benziger Family Winery, Chateau St. Jean, Gundlach-Bundschu Winery, Kenwood Vineyards, Matanzas Creek, Ravenswood Winery

Click for a comprehensive list of wineries in the Sonoma/Russian River Wine Country.