Weekend in Sonoma + My First Vlog!

Pat and I had the opportunity to spend a weekend in Sonoma to celebrate our one year anniversary! Even though we live so close, it was my first time checking out this charming little wine country town.

Read more and watch me embarrass myself on video after the jump!

I currently have what can only be labeled as a fresh flower obsession. I blame Instagram, as it’s always blowing up with pictures of gorgeous blooms and bouquets. Although huge bouquets of fresh peonies aren’t currently in our budget, I have started picking up a little bouquet at the farmer’s market every week just to have something fresh and colorful to brighten up our living room.

Sonoma is overflowing with fresh flowers, especially roses. I basically spent the entire time we were in Sonoma being completely overwhelmed by the variety of gorgeous blooms in almost every yard we walked by. I even convinced Pat to take some time to stop and smell the roses.

We also took our bikes with us on the trip and did a wine country bike ride. I promise to share photos and details from the ride in a future post!

We stayed at The Lodge at Sonoma, which was absolutely lovely. I was impressed by how the staff went out of their way to make us feel like we were at a home away from home. All the details were perfect, even the snacks with a personalized welcome note.

Even before we arrived, I was able to use the designated reservation line to talk to a real human to make our reservation. As soon as we walked in the door, we were greeted by the staff by name. Sonoma was great but I feel like we just scratched the surface. I can’t wait to go back and explore more!

Sonoma City Guide

Stay Here

The Lodge at Sonoma
1325 Broadway, Sonoma, CA 95476
(707) 935-6600
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/sfols-the-lodge-at-sonoma-renaissance-resort-and-spa/

Eat Here

El Dorado Kitchen
405 1st St W
Sonoma, CA 95476
(707) 996-3030
http://www.eldoradosonoma.com/

Sunflower Caffe
421 First Street West,
Sonoma, CA 95476
(707) 996-6645 –
http://www.sonomasunflower.com/

Do This

Sonoma Valley Bike Tour
1254 Broadway
Sonoma, CA 95476
(707) 996-2453
http://sonomavalleybiketours.com/

Scribe Winery
2300 Napa Rd
Sonoma, CA 95476
(707) 939-1858
http://www.scribewinery.com/