HEALDSBURG VACATION RENTALS, CALIFORNIA

Nestled in the wonderland of magnificent wineries flourishing across the lush valleys and the Russian River flowing lazily through, Healdsburg, in the Sonoma County of California, is a recreational paradise to soothe the nerves, tone the body and rejuvenate the mind. Healdsburg is perhaps the only place on earth where you can access the ocean, the vineyards and the spectacular redwoods within a few miles from each other. The scenic town with its old world charm and comfortable accommodations such as Healdsburg vacation rentals and Healdsburg apartment rentals offers a world class experience in sight-seeing, shopping, dining and outdoor activities.  

The rental rates for Healdsburg vacation rentals and lodges can vary depending on standard of the accommodation. Most of the time, the vacation rental tariffs exclude 9% occupancy tax, 100 to 120 dollars as cleaning/laundry fee and 30 dollars as non-refundable reservation fee. Permission for pets and smoking must be sought in advance from the vacation rental owners. Please book your Healdsburg apartment rentals and Healdsburg lodging rentals in advance, as season between the months of January to November is the busiest. A discount of 20% may be offered during the lean months.

Healdsburg features rich cultural opportunities for residents and visitors alike and a Healdsburg lodge or a Healdsburg vacation rental home is just the right excuse to explore the myriad attractions. The natural beauty of the area inspires sculptors, artists, photographers, and artisans. Many fine visual and performing artists make their homes here. These exhibits find a place of honor in many of its art galleries and museums, which serve as sights and attractions of this region.

• Healdsburg Museum
• The Depot Park Museum
• Sonoma Valley Museum of Art
• Sonoma State Historic Park

Healdsburg area is blessed with attractive wineries that dot the spectacular mountains and valleys. Step out from the confines of your Healdsburg vacation rental to explore the agricultural farms owned by families and specialty growers that produce wonderful local foods and wines. The Russian River flows through the town and you can enjoy activities such as beach activities such as swimming, canoeing and kayaking all the way to the Pacific Coast.

• Sonoma Train Town
• Vintage Aircraft Company
• Fishing
• Wineries & Breweries

For those planning on a golf vacation can hire a Healdsburg apartment rental or a Healdsburg lodge and play at some of the most challenging golf course in and around Healdsburg. However there are three golf courses that are in the immediate vicinity of the city.

• Tayman Park Golf Course
• Windsor Golf Club
• Mayacama Golf Course

Healdsburg is the wine center of the Sonoma County. Its history and culture are woven around its agriculture and especially wineries and vineyards. Almost all its biggest holiday festivities, street fairs and music festivals are centered around its unique wineries that give it a very special place on the map of the United States.

• Napa Valley Mustard Festival
• Wine Festivals
• Sonoma Valley Film Festival
• Music in the Vineyards
• Music Festival for Mental Health
• Yountville Annual Festival of Lights

Whether you prefer to dine within the cozy confines of your Healdsburg vacation rentalsor prefer dining out, Healdsburg offers you plenty of dining options to choose from. The ZIN Restaurant and Wine Bar is a very popular dining destination for wine lovers due to its amazing wine options complimented with the seasonal foods produced in the organic gardens. The menu includes Jeff's Maple Roast Turkey with Drunken Cranberry Sauce, besides the slow cooked dishes such as Slow Braised California Lamb Shank with White Beans and Bacon. If you are passionate about Thai food, you must visit Lotus Thai Restaurant. It features the best Thai Cuisine in the Sonoma County. Start with one of the tantalizing appetizers that include Prawn marinated in white wine, garlic, pepper; cilantro wrapped in rice paper and deep fried, served with sweet & sour sauce; marinated chicken shish- kabob with Satay spice served with peanut sauce.

Oakville Grocery, situated on the southeast corner of the Healdsburg Plaza, features many gourmet dishes, sandwiches and wines. Apart from the delicious food, the Bear Republic Brewing Company with its breezy patio, attractive brew bar and roomy multilevel dining room, offers a laid back live music and refreshing fun. You and your entire family can enjoy its burgers, sandwiches including an exceptional portobello mushroom sandwich, salads, pastas, BRBC fries with garlic and Parmesan and the rightly renowned Red Rocket Ale made on site. Then there is the Bistro Ralph, an upscale bistro and wine bar, which features classic bistro fare with Californian flavor for the gourmet food diners with special tastes. The small yet diverse menu changes every week according to the season and local farms supplies. Those who prefer to stay out late can visit the nearby River Rock Casino, which has 1,600 state of the art slot machines and 16 tables featuring Pai Gow Poker, Three Card Poker and Blackjack. The rules governing the casino are very liberal. 

Visits to one of the most scenic tourist destinations is incomplete without shopping for some exquisite memorabilia or a vintage bottle of wine to take back home. You can choose from an exceptional diversity of handcrafted country items, modern art and antiques, freshly roasted coffee beans, scrumptious chocolates, and Sonoma County cheeses and spices, as well as special wine packages. Walk around the plaza in this quaint village and look around the family owned trendier specialty boutique clothing shops, hand crafted jewelry stores, bookstores, fine furniture stores and unique art galleries for exquisitely carved French armories. Visit Jimtown Stores for eclectic range of American antiques, old-fashioned toys, and candies. For some great ethnic items from Asia and Africa, visit Baksheesh, a veritable treasure home of handicrafts items such as Home decor, jewelry, personal accessories, musical instruments, planters, toys & games, nativities, and ornaments.

The peak season is summer. The rates of the Healdsburg vacation rentals, Healdsburg apartment rentals and Healdsburg lodges are high and advance bookings are recommended to get a rental of your choice. Spring and Fall months are also getting increasingly popular for the splendid riot of colors that engulf the city and more so during Fall when the vineyards are mesmerizing and spectacular with yellows, oranges, crimsons and greens filling up the hillside. Summer month reservations fill up quickly, so advance bookings are strongly recommended. Winter is a great time to escape the crowds and spend memorable moments with friends or family in your own riverside hideaway.

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The Sonoma County Airport is 15 minutes from Healdsburg and there is even a city-owned airport for private aircrafts nearby. A municipal bus runs six days a week and country bus service is also available through Greyhound Lines and Amtrak. If you are driving down you can reach Healdsburg by the State Highway 10, which runs along the western edge of town. There’s even an Airporter bus that operates as a shuttle between Healdsburg and San Francisco and Oakland airports.