Vibe
Winding gravel paths connect twenty restored Victorian farm buildings across six garden acres dotted with firepits and century-old trees.
“Restored farmstead retreat”
Valets transport bags quickly and give detailed walk-throughs; spa massages plus heated pool and whirlpool.
Spa has seven treatment rooms, steam rooms, an outdoor whirlpool, relaxation lounge, and estate-grown botanical scrubs.
Linen wallcoverings, bleached oak flooring, and custom outdoor furnishings across twenty restored farmhouse buildings.
Set on six garden acres in Sonoma, a short walk from historic Sonoma Plaza.
“Nearly every aspect of the updated historic property is custom, and each amenity is meticulously curated to nurture elegant comfort, well-being and freedom from stress.”
Rooms
Interiors pair bleached oak floors with linen wallcoverings, while select cottages add wood-burning fireplaces and private outdoor showers.
“Set on a historic 19th-century estate with lush gardens and century-old trees, this hotel is just a short walk from Sonoma's Plaza.”
Wellness
The garden spa offers steam rooms and botanical scrubs incorporating estate-grown herbs, alongside a heated outdoor pool and whirlpool.
Backstory
Founded in 1869 as a prominent family vineyard and working ranch, the estate was reinvented as a boutique retreat.
Eat & drink
Layla serves Mediterranean dishes beside garden fountains, while The Porch pours morning coffee and The Bar mixes evening cocktails.
The neighborhood
Historic Sonoma Plaza sits four blocks away, easily reached on foot or via the hotel's complimentary electric bikes.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.