Sonoma Orchid Inn
12850 River Road, Guerneville, CA 95446

• Go direct to website: sonomaorchidinn.com
• Room Rates: $149-245; Number of Rooms: 10
• Reservations: 707-869-4466; 888-877-4466
• Email: innkeeper@sonomaorchidinn.com
• Innkeepers: Dana Murphy and Brian Siewert

DESCRIPTION
The historic Sonoma Orchid Inn, a fully restored and elegantly furnished 1906 farmhouse has all the modern amenities: private baths, wireless high-speed internet, state-of-the-art hot tub, fireplaces and a guest-kitchen available 24 hours a day. The beautifully decorated living room, that doubles as a meeting space, has wall-of-glass views onto coastal oaks and towering redwoods on the inn's two and half acres. The living room and guest-kitchen are truly for the guests' use, so relax and unwind, play cards on the oak table, or read a book on one of the overstuffed chairs while enjoying fresh-baked cookies from the kitchen. Chill a bottle of wine in the guest-kitchen fridge and use the glasses, plates, silver and trays to build yourself a picnic for the picnic-table past the barn in the shade of the coastal oaks. Minutes from fine dining and the urban scene, come home to our country inn.

The inn has ten guest rooms; each with private baths, beautifully furnished. The décor boasts a flair for pleasing colors and textures. Luxury linens and special touches make each room special and relaxing. The fireplace in the farmhouse's great room is cozy and warm on a cool day and the shade of oaks and redwoods makes even hot days pleasant. Signature red chairs dot the grounds for leisurely renewal time and communing in the fresh air.

CUISINE
Spark the start of a terrific day with a Sonoma Orchid Inn breakfast inspired by seasonally fresh local ingredients prepared featuring fresh eggs and produce from the inn's chickens and garden. Relaxation, family-style dining and slow food make our breakfasts fulfilling. Whether you hunger for a nice awakening jolt from your first sip of freshly brewed coffee or tea, the sweet and savory tastes of hot morning fare, a quiet but nourishing start to the morning, or the company and conversation of interesting tablemates, you'll always leave the breakfast table satisfied.

Dana and Brian are available anytime to help sketch out your day for local destinations, explorations and activities sure to make you rave. Ask about our planned itineraries catered to your interests.

ACCOMMODATIONS
One part historic Russian River Valley farmhouse with great structural bones, one part picture-perfect getaway setting, our country
bed-and-breakfast inn has ten stylishly comfortable and eclectic guest rooms. The main house has six guest rooms on three levels. Just steps away from the main house, the cottage has four spacious rooms, each with its own private entrance, two with gas fireplaces. All rooms have private bath, hair dryers and wireless Internet. Most rooms have satellite TV, VCR & DVD and some have Tivo as well. The inn has a large library of videos to enjoy as well as HBO and more.

AWARDS AND ASSOCIATIONS
Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce, American Historic Inns, California Association of Bed and Breakfast Inn, Professional Association of International Innkeepers, Russian River Chamber of Commerce, Russian River Wine Road, Russian River Inns

SPECIAL FEATURES
• Our guest service extends far beyond excellent breakfasts and comfortable beds. If you need dinner recommendations or reservations, tips on hikes or biking, or the perfect little local winery that's a not-to-be-missed gem, Brian and Dana are here to help make your stay in the Russian River Valley's Wine Country and Sonoma County the best it can be. Guests can also expect to be welcomed by Brian and Dana's two Border Terriers, Saffron & Coriander - Saffy and Cori - and by their large Siamese cat, Shannon (after Shannon, Ireland; one of our favorite cities).

• The main house, built by Louis E. Ridenhour, celebrated its 100th birthday in 2006. The property has been a bed-and-breakfast inn since 1977. The Ridenhour family from Missouri homesteaded 944 acres on both sides of the Russian River in the mid-19th century, and planted the land mostly with hops and general produce.

• A Class Act: Gourmet Breakfast, Guest Kitchen, 24-Hour Coffee/Tea, Complementary water and Juice, Afternoon Baked Treats, Caterer onsite, Iron & Ironing board, Living Room with Fireplace, Jacuzzi/Hot Tub, Wireless Internet, Children & Pets Welcome, Off-Street Parking. Perfect for the office retreat or girlfriend's get-away. Knitting, bridge and other events held here often.