Looking for very nice accomodations in Sonoma Valley for romantic weekend wine touring. Prefer room with balcony or garden, in the country or very quiet. Spa is not a requirement. Hate big chains. Any comments on the following: MacArthurs Place, Sonoma Mission Inn, Madrona Manor, Vintners Inn, and other suggestions? Thanks!

Here's a vote for Vintner's Inn! It is in a perfect location for touring...right off the 101, but still seems like a million miles away.

We've been there several times and have loved it. Request a room that overlooks the vineyards (many of them do). We preferred first floor, but not everyone does. No spa, but they do have a hot tub area that is simple/nice.

Also, John Ash is a fabulous restaurant.

Have a great time.

Sonoma Mission Inn is very nice. The grounds are well kept and very pretty. The Inn also offers a lot of amenities. Have not experienced the others to compare, but would recommend this as a romantic getaway.

Loved Madrona Manor (have not stayed there for a while). It is a wonderful house that belonged to a wealthy businessman from San Francisco. Has been beautifully converted. Family owned (or was at the time we stayed)and the food was marvelous. Small dining room, at that time, and guests were considered for reservations first. Would highly recommend it, if it has not changed.

Joanne

My vote would be for Madrona Manor. It is in Healdsburg and not real close to the other two.MM feels like country. SMI feels like an upscale resort. They are both great...but different.Welcome!

Another vote for Madrona Manor! Very charming ,wonderful food, and great staff.

We stayed at Applewood Inn and loved it. It is in Guerneville.

My husband & I stayed at the Gaige House Inn several year ago & it was fantastic. Everything was beautiful - rooms, linens, breakfast, pool &gardens. I know it has changed hands since then but I have read good reviews.

We stayed at Sonoma Mission Inn and would not recommend it - pricey, unaccommodating staff, too many people (which made it hard to relax). I agree with the other poster though, the grounds are beautiful. The rooms are fair for their price and the spa is OK; I've seen better. I would recommend staying elsewhere. Have a great time.