This stop exceeded expectations. Larry and Chris are wonderful hosts who've clearly poured their…read morehearts into this tennis-themed inn. Chris made two days of delicious breakfasts using fruit from her garden. Grateful to have found this place--they even set up a pickleball net for us to play.

We had a great stay. Chris and Larry made check-in and check-out super easy, the room was exactly…read moreas expected, and the view was gorgeous!

We first met Astrid when we called for avails and found her so welcoming, helpful and charming to…read moresuggest the great sites of the area to take in besides Yosemite park -- prior to that conversation the only site on our itinerary. We arrived to Sonora by way of Ebbetts Pass, winding down through crystal alpine lakes, faerytale meadows and boulders and forests that speak in quiet and ancient tongues. The pass opened upon amber grasses contrasted against lovely sagey-colored trees and verdant yet rugged vineyards. It turns out the Victorian-inspired Barretta Gardens is overseen with a care as golden as the hue of sepia-colored days gone past and motherlodes once legendary for their bounty. Yet breakfasts are as simple, elegant and memorable as any contemporary B&B can boast. The proprietors Astrid and Daniel run an inn as refreshing as the Moroccan mint tea set out every afternoon to greet us from a hot day exploring Gold Country. We found Barretta Gardens flexible and welcoming to our two boys as well. Our only suggestion is that if they choose to turn off each room's A/C while guests are away for the day that they would turn it back on in anticipation for their return in the evening. Baretta Gardens B&B is a rare treasure I hope more visitors to the area will mine for years more to come.

Had the most amazing stay at Barrett's Gardens. My husband and I booked a 2 night stay and wished…read morewe could of stayed longer. The owner a Swedish women made us feel at home. The gourmet breakfast served was the icing on the cake. Joy her assistant was also such a pleasure. The property is tastefully decorated and located in the perfect spot. We brought our boat at aka "ship" and were amazed over the amazing lakes in the general vicinity. We are definitely go back there again! Thanks so much for your hospitality!

Thank you Sam for such an enjoyable stay!…read more We loved this bed and breakfast and can't wait to visit again. The house is beautiful and the rooms are as well, with a big comfy bed. Sam made us feel right at home and we loved chatting with her when we checked in Great breakfast in the morning with coffee/juice and the grounds are a great place to take a morning walk. Absolutely recommend to anyone visiting the area or even if you live in the area to experience history in a beautiful house!

This was our first ever stay at a B&B and Sam made it an absolute excellent stay. The rooms were…read moreclean and comfy. Sam made us feel right at home. Served us a delicious breakfast and told us amazing stories. Location is perfect for enjoying all the activities in Columbia.

My stay here was perfect. The space was warm, cozy, quiet, and affordable. I slept the best while…read moreat Garden Gate compared to any other spots on my 3 week trip. Gloria is incredibly kind, warm, and has a great sense of humor. I will definitely be staying here again next time I visit. Convenient location and the space sits back off the road for reduced sound. Nice place, great stay!

Garden Gate is a fantastic oasis in the heart of Merced! It's ideally located between the Amtrak…read morestation and downtown's Coffee Bandits coffeehouse (the best coffee and atmosphere in town) and just a short walk to either one. Accommodations are in an amply sized cottage behind the main house, across a lovely, lushly planted garden patio. It's clean, quiet, and private. Gloria is a wonderful host; I really enjoyed talking with her, and she made check-in and check-out seamless. I highly recommend Garden Gate for your stay in Merced!

I cannot express how amazing the Purple Orchid is--along with its incredible staff and owners. We…read morehad our wedding here in September, and the entire weekend was truly magical. Having our bridal party stay at the venue and being able to host all of our wedding events in one place made it the most seamless and unforgettable experience. We absolutely could not have done it without Taylor. She was supportive, organized, and genuinely invested in making our day perfect. If you're looking for the best wedding venue in the Bay, look no further. Our guests still talk about how beautiful the venue and hotel are, and how wonderful and welcoming the entire Purple Orchid team was. It was everything we hoped for and more.

This place is quiet! We felt like we were the only ones staying there. They let you order…read morebreakfast the day before and you can have it delivered to the pool area. The room was as pictured and clean, the only downside was shower water pressure is low around 7am. Wasn't an issue at night so maybe too many people showering at once? Otherwise everything was perfect

I had a great experience staying here and honestly don't understand why this place doesn't have…read morebetter reviews. From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded expectations. Rena was incredibly accommodating, helpful, and genuinely friendly. She went out of her way to make sure we were taken care of and gave us some great recommendations that made our stay even better. The room was very clean and well-kept, which made it easy to relax and enjoy our time. Overall, the service and experience were top-notch. I will absolutely be staying here again the next time I'm in town. And pet fee is only $10!

Rooms are dirty, had to wait for check in person was unavailable for long period..had problem with…read morenail sticking up between bathroom and sink area and also the strip at door had multiple nails poking up. Told persi but msintainve never came. Ended up cutting food on one in bathroom.. rooms aren't good blanket and bedspread had nmburn holes the towels are stained ...just not pleasant stay

My husband and I stayed in the Cedar room for two nights this week. Our room was clean and cozy and…read morehad a fridge, fireplace (controlled by thermostat), jacuzzi tub, robes, CD player, TV (with direct TV), and private back porch. There was also coffee in the room and a full coffee/tea bar in the dining area. The facility had a library den full of interesting titles, puzzles, and games. We LOVED the breakfasts. The menu included many choices: french toast, waffle, omelet, potatoes, veggies, eggs to order, bacon, toast, english muffin and fruit. The portions were extremely generous! The staff were all great including owner Michael who was very attentive to questions we had. We've also stayed at another of his properties (The Victoria Inn) which was also lovely. We definitely plan to be back and I can hardly wait! While we were in the area we ate at Jesus' Restaurant (Mexican across the street), Firewood (delicious pizza), and coffee at Aria. We also enjoyed hard cider at Indigeny Reserve! I definitely recommend staying at the Dunbar!

We got married here!…read more Shopping for venues can get discouraging with food and beverage minimums, extra charges and back-to-back weekend weddings where they kick you out the next day. This place is a cozy, green oasis in one of the cutest towns in America, and the value is incredible. They let us have the run of the place for the whole weekend while we hosted and set up. The staff made it feel like home -- such kind and lovely people. Breakfast for our wedding party was included. Anything we asked for, they made it happen, and we were able to control every aspect of the event: bar, catering, etc. Another perk I didn't anticipate was a 360 view of the venue from the bridal suite, which allowed me to keep an eye on everything while I was getting ready. The suite is basically an apartment, with a full kitchen we were able to cater our rehearsal dinner out of. Most of our guests were able to stay the weekend and walk to the venue from their hotels (they make it easy with their sister hotel the Victoria Inn and associated rentals). Our wedding was a dream that we're sad to wake up from. If this place calls to you, do not hesitate to book.

Another amazing restaurant in Sutter Creek. Reservations highly recommended. Crafty cocktails and…read morefantastic starters. We enjoyed the Brussels sprouts immensely. The short rib was fantastic as well. Service was hop to it fast and provided great service and suggestions for our meal. So happy we learned out this restaurant in Sutter Creek. Locals shared this is an excellent restaurant and I agree. Well worth the visit.

Our stay was amazing. Chris was great and accommodating with booking. Jay was so kind and gracious…read more I borrowed a picnic blanket to enjoy a performance in Volcano. The grounds and landscaping were magnificent. It is a must to enjoy the smell of Gardenias while relaxing on the vintage lawn chairs. If you want to impress with the beautiful girl in your life, be sure to find the hammock. The room was so fun with art and comfort. Thank you.