Guests who visit Sonoma are often eager to take a trip to Napa as well. Windhaven Cottage’s location makes that easily accessible. Windhaven is approximately 20 minutes from the downtown Napa.
While Napa is well known for its wines, known also for its wines, historic Sonoma has a unique small town charm. Tuesday nights during late spring, summer and early fall, Sonoma features a farmers market with food trucks, produce, wine and music. Friday’s Farmers Market (9-noon) is a produce delight. The best way to get acquainted with the City of Sonoma, in the heart of Sonoma County is through it’s wines. Visit the many tasting room and partake of a wine flight. The culinary scene in Sonoma far exceeds what anyone might expect from a small town. World-class restaurants dot the Sonoma Plaza and nearby. Summer brings many fun outdoor events to the Sonoma Plaza. Beyond food and wine, visit our variety of local shops, museums and bookstore. A more immersive dive into Sonoma’s past will be rewarding for history buffs or fans of Old West Culture. The centerpiece of town, Sonoma Plaza, is still anchored by the northern most Franciscan mission in California, and is the birthplace of the California State Bear Flag.