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Pet Friendly Getaway: Enjoy Napa Valley with Your Beloved Dog at Harvest Inn

Rest easy knowing that we've taken care of all the essentials for your dogs. The pet fee is included in your special rate, so there's no need to worry about any extra costs. We've also prepared pet bowls and a snug bed to ensure they feel right at home. From exploring the vineyards to lounging in our lush gardens, your dogs will have their own haven at Harvest Inn.

While your beloved pets are not permitted in the Harvest Table Restaurant, they can still join you on the al fresco patio. So you can savor a delightful meal while your furry friends soak in the fresh air and beautiful surroundings. Pack their bags and embark on an unforgettable adventure. Happy tails await at Harvest Inn!

Feasting in Wine Country: The Calistoga Harvest Table Event

The celebration begins with a lively social hour from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., setting the perfect ambiance for what lies ahead. At 6 p.m., prepare to take your seat at the iconic 1,000-foot-long table, beautifully stretching down Lincoln Avenue in Calistoga.

The event promises an impressive lineup of Calistoga’s favorite restaurants and wineries, offering an array of mouthwatering dishes and exquisite wines. Savor each delectable bite as you immerse yourself in the rich flavors and aromas of the region's finest culinary delights.

Don't miss this unforgettable evening at the Calistoga Harvest Table!

Romantic Weddings at The Harvest Inn

Surrounded by rolling vineyards and lush gardens, this hidden gem exudes rustic elegance, providing the perfect backdrop for your special day. Whether you envision an intimate ceremony or a grand affair, the Harvest Inn offers versatile spaces to accommodate your unique vision. From the moment you start planning until the last dance, our dedicated team ensures impeccable service and attention to detail. Luxurious accommodations, ranging from cozy rooms to spacious suites, await you and your guests, designed with comfort and elegance in mind. Indulge in the spa, take in the breathtaking views by the pool, and savor the gourmet delights crafted by our renowned farm-to-table culinary team. At the Harvest Inn, your dream wedding unfolds amidst the sun-soaked vineyards and the majestic Mayacamas Mountains, creating lasting memories of love's bountiful harvest.

Wildflowers in Bloom

Another great spot to see wildflowers is the Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park, which has a short nature trail that winds through a meadow filled with a variety of flowers, including California poppies and blue-eyed grass. Additionally, the Bothe-Napa Valley State Park has several trails that meander through oak woodlands and chaparral, with wildflowers such as Indian warrior, lupine, and checker lilies.
As for wineries, some of the best places to see wildflowers in bloom are at vineyards that practice sustainable farming techniques. The Frog's Leap Winery, for example, uses biodynamic farming methods that promote biodiversity and soil health, which in turn supports a variety of wildflowers and pollinators. The Conn Creek Winery, which is Napa Green certified, has a small but lovely garden filled with flowers and native plants that attract a variety of bees and butterflies.

A Bird’s-Eye View of Napa Valley

Located less than 15 minutes by car from the Harvest Inn, the launch site is convenient, and the views are exquisite. Unlike other balloon ride companies that pack up to 24 people in one balloon basket, Napa Valley Aloft limits the number of passengers to 12, ensuring a more comfortable ride. In addition, all balloon operators have extensive flight experience and are FAA certified, guaranteeing that your flight will be both safe and enjoyable. Communal flights seat 8 – 12 passengers per balloon; private flights for 2 or more are also available. All flights last approximately one hour. Afterwards, you can savor the post-flight mimosa brunch with your pilot and fellow passengers, or continue on to another adventure in our enchanted and enchanting valley.

Learn From Master Chefs at the Culinary Institute of America

Occasionally, guests will ask whether our expert culinary staff also offers cooking lessons. While we do not provide this service, the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) at Copia, located in nearby Napa, offers a variety of one-day classes and multi-day Boot Camps to teach you the many tricks of a master chef’s trade. Whether you want to elevate your baking skills to the next level, add some scrumptious vegetarian options to your repertoire, or serve up an unforgettable series of small plates at your next big party, CIA at Copia has a course that’s right for you. For more details, see the CIA at Copia official website.

Robert Lewis Stevenson: A Literary Giant in Napa Valley

Best known today as the author of the novel Treasure Island and the novella Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, Stevenson was also a prolific travel writer, frequently journeying across the globe in search of adventure. In 1880, his travels brought him here to Napa Valley, where he and his wife, then on honeymoon, spent two months living in Silverado, a deserted mining camp on Mount Saint Helena. During your stay at the Harvest Inn, we invite you to visit St. Helena’s Robert Louis Stevenson Museum, which houses the world’s most extensive publicly displayed collection of this literary giant’s manuscripts, photos, furniture, artwork, and other personal effects. The museum is open Tuesdays – Saturdays, noon – 4pm. Though admission is free, a $10 donation is encouraged.

A Chef’s Dream

For our guests who enjoy preparing their own gourmet meals at home, we recommend a trip to the Spice Islands Marketplace, just a 7-minute drive from the Harvest Inn. Spice Islands Marketplace has everything the aspiring or seasoned chef could want: cookware and bakeware, all manner of kitchen utensils and gadgets, thousands of cookbooks covering the gamut of culinary inclinations, spices you can’t find anywhere else, and much more. Spice Islands Marketplace, part of the prestigious Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, is open 10:30 am – 6 pm, Thursday – Monday. And of course, whether you’re an experienced chef or you just enjoy a good meal, you can dine seven days a week on the finest farm-to-table cuisine Napa Valley has to offer at Harvest Inn’s own Harvest Table Restaurant. We’ll save a seat for you.

Address: 2555 Main St, St Helena, CA 94574

Journey Back in Time at the Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park

Constructed over 170 years ago from coast redwood and Douglas fir, the Bale Grist Mill, with its 36-foot-tall waterwheel, is one of just two U.S. water mills still standing this side of the Mississippi River. Take a guided tour of this fascinating historic site to learn about the crucial role it played in our region’s social, cultural, and economic development, and come away with a bag of freshly ground flour perfect for baking. In addition to tours of the mill itself, you can also enjoy an invigorating one-mile hike to Bothe-Napa Valley State Park, where you’ll find a number of other bucolic walking trails and plentiful picnic facilities for an afternoon meal in the great outdoors.

Address: 3369 St Helena Hwy, St Helena, CA 94574

The One-of-a-Kind Holiday Decorations of St Helena

Now through January 2, all around town, you’ll find reclaimed wine barrels—about 200 in all—each lovingly decorated with elaborate and whimsical holiday designs by the artistically-inclined inhabitants of St Helena. Snap a selfie in front of the Wine Barrel Christmas Tree, a 30-foot illuminated art installation at the Hunt Avenue Hub; then saunter over to the 26-foot shimmering snowflake at 905 Main Street for an equally instagrammable shot. Once you’ve finished exploring the shops and restaurants of our enchanting town, come on back to the Harvest Inn. We’ll have the perfect seasonal cocktail waiting for you.

Soar Above the Valley

After a long year of tending to some of the most fertile vineyards in the United States, the harvest season brings with it a change of pace. Napa Valley becomes slower, more contemplative, a little bit more down-to-earth; and it’s the perfect time to experience it for yourself from a brand new perspective on a hot air balloon. 

The rides start early, so bring a coat to keep yourself warm. Once the balloon is inflated, you’ll rise up to 2,500 feet above the ground and be treated to sweeping, picturesque vistas as the morning sun greets a new day in the valley. Upon your return to the earth, keep exploring wine country on foot: with nearly 400 wineries to choose from, it’s not a question of if, but when.

Learn to Think Like a Chef at the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone

If, in addition to indulging in the finest food and wine Napa Valley has to offer, you’d also like to learn how to prepare exquisite meals yourself, consider taking one of the many fun and informative classes at the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone (CIAG). Though some courses at the renowned culinary school are months-long endeavors, CIAG also offers a range of one-day demonstrations and hands-on cooking classes, from artisanal bread baking, to preparing novel vegetarian meals, to breakfast and brunch favorites, to small bites for your holiday party, and many others. For a more vigorous but still compact and manageable experience, we especially recommend the three- or four-day CIA Boot Camps, designed to immerse you fully in the thrilling world of the professional chef.

Address: 2555 Main St., St. Helena, CA 94574

Visit Robert Louis Stevenson Museum

Some might wonder why a museum dedicated to the Scottish-born writer resides in the hills of Napa Valley? Stevenson spent his honeymoon in Mount St. Helena and published his two-month account of "roughing it" while living on an abandoned mine in 1833 as Silverado Squatters. Some of his most famous works are Dr. Jeckly and Mr. Hyde, A Children’s Garden of Verses, and Treasure Island.

The one-room museum houses a collection of over 9,000 items, including first editions and rarely seen manuscript pages of Stevenson’s works. Look upon the desk where he wrote his most celebrated masterpieces while exploring childhood letters, drawings, toys, and books from his private library. The environment is warm and welcoming and appeals to fans and curious visitors. Complete your homage to the author with a hike to nearby Robert Louis Stevenson State Park and take note of Napa Valley’s iconic highway sign: “Wine is Bottled Poetry,” which is derived from a Stevenson work.

Honor Earth Day in Napa Valley

Visit one of the ten cleanup sites starting at 9:00 am to contribute to the wellness of the world. We are proud to be from Napa and love the nature that surrounds our beautiful vineyards and home.

Each site has a dedicated captain and area of responsibility. We are cleaning up all of Napa — the peaks, the valleys, the creeks, and the streets. Pick an area that works best for you and your crew and the cleanup site will have buckets, gloves, and bags available. Don your sunscreen and a pair of close-toed shoes and get ready to become one with our community. There is no better feeling than pitching in for a good cause and knowing your hands helped build a better tomorrow.

We kindly ask that each participant registers in advance online so that we are sure to follow Napa County’s COVID-19 gathering guidelines.

Bring Your Love to St. Helena

Our spacious Vineyard View and Harvest Inn Rooms provide the perfect escape — with cozy fireplaces, private patios, and thoughtful features like outdoor hot tubs, plush bathrobes, and spa-inspired amenities — all overlooking the gardens, fountains, and beautifully landscaped grounds or the Whitehall Lane Leonardini Family Vineyards.

Cruise through the nearby vineyards by bike or enjoy a romantic meal at Harvest Table, featuring two alfresco dining terraces. Want to stay cozy in the comforts of your accommodations? Gourmet in-room dining is just a phone call away. End your day with a couples massage and a locally-grown bottle of California’s finest wine while watching the sun go down. Leave Napa Valley feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and even more in love than before you arrived.

Celebrate the Holiday Season in St. Helena

From the Holiday Wine Barrel Tour, featuring 80 decked-out wine barrels placed strategically around town, to a 26-foot giant snowflake glistening on Main Street, it’s easy to find some fun! This year’s theme is “St. Helena, your Winter Wine Country Home for the Holidays”, and it’s sure to be a great time for all ages.

Additional holiday highlights include St. Helena’s wintery Wall of Lights, with a falling snowflake photo op, a traditional town square holiday tree, live street music, and more! There’s even an opportunity to recreate delicious holiday recipes alongside some of Napa’s top chefs, streaming live on IGTV. Or better yet, allow us to do the cooking and cleaning for you at our very own restaurant, Harvest Table. No matter how you choose to celebrate, we wish you a happy and healthy holiday season!

A Wedding Amongst the Vineyards

Imagine walking down a perfectly manicured lawn up to a gazebo draped in flowers with the Mayacamas Mountains in the background. Or taking your first dance together in a beautiful vineyard view room, surrounded by family and friends. The natural beauty of our St. Helena wedding venues makes it easy to create unforgettable memories.

Harvest Inn weddings can be as intimate, majestic, romantic, or refined as the couple desires. Basically, if you can dream it, we can do it. Let us set the scene for the beginning of the rest of your lives. From our expert culinary team to our talented event planners, we only provide the finest service and look forward to helping you pin down every glorious detail.

Napa Valley Aloft Balloon Rides

Established forty years ago, Napa Valley Aloft is a family-owned organization that has earned its place as one of the finest balloon operators in the region. Even better, NVA is based in the charming V-Marketplace of Yountville, just a quick 15-minute drive from the Harvest Inn. With the friendly, professional staff of NVA, not only will you be treated to one of the safest and most thrilling experiences of your life, but you’ll also have clear views of the sublime landscape below. Browse and book one of their award-winning flight options here and get ready to fly.

Address: 6525 Washington St, Yountville, CA 94599

Essence of Travel: Bringing Back the Road Trip

Embark on an adventure that leads to your North Bay Area Wine Country, and experience a getaway where the journey is truly part of the destination.

A great starting place to map out your journey is Visit California’s Road Trip Republic, which outlines incredible routes for road trips around the state, with itineraries suitable for anywhere from 1-10 days. Regardless of your starting point, a trip through the Napa Valley should be high on your list for the scenery, outdoor recreation, plentiful world-class dining and wine tasting options, in tandem with ample opportunities to social distance the intended way, naturally.

Road tripping through the Napa Valley Wine Country should definitely include St. Helena in the heart of Napa Valley. Two well-known routes lay on opposite sides of the valley with Harvest Inn, St. Helena Napa Valley sitting on the HWY 29 on the East side of the valley at 1 Main Street, St Helena and the other being “Napa Valley’s Silverado Trail” on the West taking you from Napa to Calistoga on both routes and both equally deserving of a slow roll.  A fun article highlighting the history of HWY 29 can be found in the archives of the Napa Valley Register titled “Napa County has red-letter traffic history dates.” The HWY 29 takes one through the principal towns of Napa County including American Canyon in the South, Napa, Yountville, St. Helena, and ending in Calistoga in the North.

Most visitors to Napa Valley come from the South and our Harvest Inn recommendation is to enjoy the journey coming North by visiting the stops along the way.  A stop on this route at the Oakville Grocery is not to be missed. Touted as the oldest continuously operating grocery store in the State, it is a treat for a bite, a sip or a place to get out and stretch your legs as you prepare to cross the road to take a photo at one of the most iconic photo spots in the world; the Welcome to Napa Valley sign. Once you get to the heart of Napa Valley, you will not want to leave. With 150 wineries within 3 miles like Hall, Whitehall Lane, Merryvale and the historic Louis Martini across the road, why would you! For a better way to learn why Harvest Inn leaves you with a “let’s never leave” feeling, take a tour of our property with a glass of wine from the comfort of your own home now or get acquainted with our town of St. Helena, neighbors and local activities to better plan how to fill your cup and your days!

The Silverado Trail on the East side has a rich history dating back to the gold-rush days which helped welcome settlers to our area who came to strike it rich and while not making a mint on gold or silver, miners discovered a rich agricultural land ripe for exploration and decided to call it home. A great place to learn more about this storied route can be found in this article from National Geographic titled “Road Trip: Silverado Trail.” Heading North on the Silverado Trail starts in the town of Napa and a stop at the indoor farmer’s market called The Oxbow Public Market is high on Harvest Inn’s list of to-dos when in this part of the valley. The Oxbow epitomizes chic, local and rustic all in one location!  

The longer “Winding Through Wine Country” route featured in Road Trip Republic itinerary includes Sonoma, the Anderson Valley, and the Mendocino coast. Extend a Wine Country road trip by exploring Marin County or Monterey Bay, and a little escape suddenly becomes a grand adventure.

Let the open road lead you to relaxation. Pick a route or craft your own, and we’ll look forward to hosting you during your journey.

Premiere Napa Valley: An Annual Gathering of the Wine Industry Elite

Participants will have the chance to purchase exclusive, one-of-a-kind vintages at the PNV auction, and with over 225 Napa Valley vintners in attendance, the opportunity to network and share viticulture expertise is second-to-none. Festivities are not restricted to the weekend, however. The week leading up to Premiere Napa Valley will abound with gourmet dinners and wine tastings at restaurants throughout the valley. The Harvest Inn is pleased to announce that we will be hosting six journalists during the Premiere as well as a women’s winemakers tasting in our Vineyard View Room on Friday, February 21.

Jingle All the Way to Christmas at Napa Valley’s Winter Wonderland Roller Rink

This holiday season, the Church of 8 Wheels comes to St. Helena’s own Lyman Park, where you and your family can enjoy St. Helena Jingle All the Way – Napa Valley’s Winter Wonderland Roller Rink, an out-of-this-world roller skating experience with dazzling light displays, killer music, ice igloos, and the perfect glass of wine or cup of hot cocoa to sip by the fire. Now through December 29, the Winter Wonderland Roller Rink will be open for fun every Thursday and Friday from 4 – 8 P.M. and Saturday and Sunday from noon – 8 P.M. Each day at the rink will feature a different selection of mouthwatering culinary delights, wine, and musical entertainment. The Grinch, Santa, and various characters from Disney’s Frozen will also make appearances on select days. As an added bonus, you can take St. Helena’s first-ever Holiday Winter Trolley from the door of the Harvest Inn, through charming downtown St. Helena, all the way to the Winter Wonderland Roller Rink. For full details of St. Helena Jingle All the Way, see the official website here.

Indulge in Film, Food, and Wine at the Napa Valley Film Festival

Interspersed with the film screenings themselves is a thrilling array of other events, including industry mixers, lavish dinners, parties, panel discussions, and more. The Festival Gala is one of the most highly-anticipated Napa Valley parties of the year. As an attendee, you’ll have the chance to strut along the red carpet, mingle with celebrities, and indulge in the outstanding culinary and viticultural creations of over 50 local wineries and restaurants. The Vintner Circle Dinners, another elite feature of the festival, bring together VIP guests with filmmakers and other acclaimed film industry professionals at one of 20 exclusive Vintner Circle wineries, including St. Helena’s own Revana Estate Vineyard, for a decadent multi-course feast prepared by award-winning Napa Valley chefs and their dedicated culinary teams. The Napa Valley Film Festival takes place from November 13 – 17 at various locations across Napa, Yountville, Calistoga, and St. Helena.

The V Foundation Wine Celebration’s “Rock the V” Party for Cancer Research

This multi-day extravaganza, which brings together the region’s leading culinary and viticultural experts for an unparalleled celebration of gourmet food and fine wine, has raised more than $108 million for cancer research over the last two decades. If you’ll be visiting Napa Valley on Friday, August 2, we hope to see you at the “Rock the V” Party, where, from 6:30 – 11 P.M., you’ll have the opportunity to chat with top food and wine professionals, sample delicious gourmet creations and prized varietals, and take part in a wine auction showcasing customized wine blends from Napa Valley’s elite winemakers. As if that weren’t enough, Con Brio, the acclaimed seven-piece Bay Area band headed by charismatic frontman Ziek McCarter, will be belting out a sensational mix of soul, psych-rock, and R&B that will keep the adrenaline pumping well into the night as revelers dance beneath the stars. The fun will then continue after hours at the underground Silent Disco.

The “Rock the V” Party will take place on Friday, August 2, from 6:30 – 11 P.M. at the Estate of Yountville, 6481 Washington Street, Yountville, CA 94599.

The Garden Dinner Series: A Farm-to-Table Celebration

Each installment of the Garden Dinner Series will feature a unique, innovative menu that draws on locally-sourced ingredients, many culled from Harvest Inn’s own vegetable, herb, and edible flower gardens. In addition to a multi-course meal, craft cocktails, and exclusive wine pairings, guests of the Garden Dinner Series will enjoy a guided tour of Harvest Inn’s stunning grounds and culinary gardens. Executive Chef Chris Kurth, Director of Food and Beverage Shawn Hyer, and other acclaimed food, wine, and horticulture professionals will be on hand to chat and answer any questions you might have about cultivating a culinary garden and preparing exquisite farm-to-table meals. For the inaugural dinner, which will take place the evening of Thursday, June 6, Harvest Inn will partner with TATE winery, St. Helena. Located less than a mile from our hotel, TATE produces small-batch, handcrafted wines under the direction of renowned winemaker David Tate, long celebrated for his role as general manager of Barnett Vineyards. The inaugural dinner will be a family-style feast featuring an array of delicacies, including roast leg of lamb in hay, alongside curried yogurt, mostarda, and pickled vegetables straight from Harvest Inn’s extensive gardens. The cost is $125 per guest. To make a reservation, please call 707-968-5835 or email Steve Gaebe at sgaebe@harvestinn.com.

From Luscious Grapes to Gorgeous Galleries: The Rene di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art

Then, after decades producing some of the finest grapes in the region, di Rosa transformed his vineyard into the site of a now internationally renowned contemporary art center. During your visit to the di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art, you’ll marvel at galleries exhibiting cutting-edge work from the mid-twentieth century to today by some of the best artists of Northern California, including Paul Kos, Lynn Hershman Leeson, Viola Frey, Jay de Feo, Bruce Conner, Robert Arneson, and many others. You’ll also have the opportunity to stroll through the bucolic natural surroundings, which feature a crystalline 35-acre lake complemented by an extensive sculpture garden.

Address: 5200 Sonoma Hwy, Napa, CA 94559