So excited!! My husband and I just booked our first vacation since our honeymoon over 4.5 years ago! I decided two days ago that I needed a vacation, and I needed a vacation NOW! I will be working an insane amount of events (almost every weekend) from September 25 – December 25. On a whim I made an executive decision to book a romantic getaway for the two of us. We will be sojourning to Napa Valley at the end of the month.
Unbeknownst to me, Fall is peak season in wine country. I am such a novice. Apparently, September is “crush” season. I scoured the internet and to my dismay found almost all of the cute, scenic Bed and Breakfasts were sold out through December. However, Lady Luck shined her glow upon me and I found one available suite in the heart of Napa Valley in the quaint town of St. Helena. We will be staying at the Ink House Bed and Breakfast; in the Vineyard Suite!
I am so excited! I have never stayed at a b&b before and am not sure what to expect. Enthralled by all things historical, here is a tidbit of info on the Ink House.:
“Built in 1884, by Theron H. Ink, this grand and historic landmark home is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Here at his "Helios Ranch", Ink, a true pioneer, lived with his wife and children and presided over many Napa Valley ventures. This Italianate Victorian style home offers two first floor parlors, with antiques, fireplace, circa 1870 pump organ, crystal chandeliers and original stained glass. The estate sits on four acres of grand lawns, gardens, a petite sirah vineyard, olive orchards, and an 1884 barn and carriage house as well.
The guest bedrooms are situated on the second floor, each room offering a distinctive view of the vineyards, Victorian gardens and trees that were here long before the house was even built. A small parlor is also located on this floor. Each room has a queen or king sized bed and private full bathroom ensuite and are decorated in period French, English, American, Georgian, Eastlake and Italian antiques and family heirlooms. All rooms are centrally air conditioned and heated for comfort. Throughout the house, you will find a collection of distinctive original art. The house is full of wonderful antiques, collectibles and heirloom pieces that the Innkeepers hope all will enjoy. This is a home to be lived in, so each guest is encouraged to be comfortable and enjoy all the house has to offer.
At the top of the house, high above the tree tops, you may relax and make yourself comfortable in the most distinctive architectural feature of the Inn, which is a glass enclosed observatory perched 50 feet above the valley floor. Guests are able to enjoy a 360 degree sweeping panoramic vista of the surrounding vineyards and hillsides. Scottish stained glass windows enhance the 12 x 20 foot observatory where you may read, sip wine, nap, watch the sunset or the hot air balloons float by in the early morning.”
Sounds amazing! Can’t wait to share tales from our adventure! Since this is our first trip to Napa Valley, we will gladly accept advice and tips on where to eat, what vineyards to tour, and things to see/do.
http://www.inkhouse.com/
Unbeknownst to me, Fall is peak season in wine country. I am such a novice. Apparently, September is “crush” season. I scoured the internet and to my dismay found almost all of the cute, scenic Bed and Breakfasts were sold out through December. However, Lady Luck shined her glow upon me and I found one available suite in the heart of Napa Valley in the quaint town of St. Helena. We will be staying at the Ink House Bed and Breakfast; in the Vineyard Suite!
I am so excited! I have never stayed at a b&b before and am not sure what to expect. Enthralled by all things historical, here is a tidbit of info on the Ink House.:
“Built in 1884, by Theron H. Ink, this grand and historic landmark home is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Here at his "Helios Ranch", Ink, a true pioneer, lived with his wife and children and presided over many Napa Valley ventures. This Italianate Victorian style home offers two first floor parlors, with antiques, fireplace, circa 1870 pump organ, crystal chandeliers and original stained glass. The estate sits on four acres of grand lawns, gardens, a petite sirah vineyard, olive orchards, and an 1884 barn and carriage house as well.
The guest bedrooms are situated on the second floor, each room offering a distinctive view of the vineyards, Victorian gardens and trees that were here long before the house was even built. A small parlor is also located on this floor. Each room has a queen or king sized bed and private full bathroom ensuite and are decorated in period French, English, American, Georgian, Eastlake and Italian antiques and family heirlooms. All rooms are centrally air conditioned and heated for comfort. Throughout the house, you will find a collection of distinctive original art. The house is full of wonderful antiques, collectibles and heirloom pieces that the Innkeepers hope all will enjoy. This is a home to be lived in, so each guest is encouraged to be comfortable and enjoy all the house has to offer.
At the top of the house, high above the tree tops, you may relax and make yourself comfortable in the most distinctive architectural feature of the Inn, which is a glass enclosed observatory perched 50 feet above the valley floor. Guests are able to enjoy a 360 degree sweeping panoramic vista of the surrounding vineyards and hillsides. Scottish stained glass windows enhance the 12 x 20 foot observatory where you may read, sip wine, nap, watch the sunset or the hot air balloons float by in the early morning.”
Sounds amazing! Can’t wait to share tales from our adventure! Since this is our first trip to Napa Valley, we will gladly accept advice and tips on where to eat, what vineyards to tour, and things to see/do.
http://www.inkhouse.com/
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