Activités uniques à Napa Valley

We'll start with a tour of the sanctuary where you'll meet a variety of rescued farm animals. We'll share their stories of resilience and healing and talk a bit more about the industries they come from. You'll love meeting our animal ambassadors and may be surprised at what you learn, since we so rarely see the animals in our food system. Join us afterwards at our picnic tables in the field for a glass of local wine and a vegan cheese and charcuterie platter. (Note: The platter contains nuts and gluten unless otherwise requested. Please inform us of any allergies when you make your booking so we can be sure to provide suitable options. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be served.) The Experience will last approximately 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Please be mindful that as a sanctuary for rescued animals, our priority is the physical and emotional well being of the rescued animals who call Charlie's Acres home. Our loved animal residents are completely free and always have a choice as to whether or not they want to interact with visitors. They will reside at the sanctuary for the rest of their lives, where we'll have the honor of taking care of them. Other things to note: Learn more about what to expect and find answers to frequently asked questions: https://charliesacres.org/faq.html

While at my tea table we will guide you through a tasting expedition. You will have a unique opportunity to taste the vast and ancient world of tea, become familiar with whole-leaf artisan varietals and their growing processes, learn how to develop your taste buds and expertly steep tea at home. We will begin our 2-hour workshop by tasting a variety of specialty White, Green, Oolong, Black, and Pu-erhs teas. As we taste each tea we'll explain what defines each category, share fun stories from visiting these farms in the east, and talk about the health benefits of each tea. Enjoy the presentation as each tea is prepared with mindfulness and precision, using specialty pots and tea tools in the traditional ways of the Chinese Tea Ceremony. Questions are always welcome and you will also have a chance to practice pouring tea for yourself, or friends and family. Guests have been enjoying this workshop as a casual outing and also as a corporate team building event! Other things to note Come share this experience and feel the joys of tea!

At Meadowcroft Wines, learn about the art and science of winemaking by blending and bottling your very own bottle of wine. We’ll start with a stroll through the beautifully manicured gardens of Cornerstone Sonoma and an idyllic vineyard for a firsthand look at the vines. As we walk the rows, We’ll share why the iconic Sonoma Valley is the perfect place to winegrapes. Then, we’ll sit to create unique blends from wines that have been aged in separate barrels to craft your own red blend using Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec Petit Verdot and/or Cabernet Franc to place your own signature style into a Bordeaux based red blend. Each person will hand-cork their own bottle of wine and take it home to share. No previous wine experience is necessary - perfect for all levels of wine experience and interest. Other things to note: You'll blending will be guided by one of our knowledgeable team members. Bring comfortable shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and a camera. The tour starts at 10am sharp! *Please inquire for large parties or corporate groups by contacting us through the Airbnb site.

After being introduced to the space and to each other, I will provide a quick demonstration on the wheel with a small amount of clay. Afterwards, each guest will be allowed time to create a piece on the wheel from beginning to end with personal instruction and assistance from me. Guests are welcome to make anything they would like to on the wheel! Cup, bowl, vase, dish, etc. (Please Read)The firing of pottery is a long process that is separate from the time we spend on the wheel. Each piece requires a two day long firing process in a kiln, and I hand glaze each piece. I offer kiln services out of my personal studio if you have interest in having your piece fired for a *small fee that is not due the day of the experience.* I do not include this in the price of the experience because some guests do not wish to keep their piece. Wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting some clay on. Clay will wash out, but you may not want to go out right after. The time noted on the experience, 2 hours, is generally descriptive of a 2 person experience which encompasses the majority of my bookings. In general, the experience is 1 hour per person. If there are 3 or 4 people in the booking, likely the experience will extend the 2 hour session time, and if there is 1 person in the booking it will be closer to an hour.

Join us for a day at the sanctuary and meet a variety of rescued farmed animals. We'll share their stories of resilience and healing and also talk about the industries they come from. You'll love meeting our animal ambassadors and may be surprised at what you learn since we so rarely see the animals in our food system. The Experience will last approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Please be mindful that, as a sanctuary for rescued animals, our priority is the physical and emotional wellbeing of the animals who call Charlie's Acres home. Our animal residents are completely free and always have a choice whether or not they interact with visitors. They will reside at the sanctuary for the rest of their lives, where we'll have the honor of taking care of them. **Families with young kids are strongly encouraged to book a private group to better allow us to adjust the pacing and content of the tour.** We operate under current Sonoma County COVID-19 safety guidelines, and protocol is subject to change. Tours are available in French or Spanish by request. Note that we do not allow visitors to bring dogs onto the premises. The only exception is service dogs required to assist with a disability; in that case, please contact us to arrange a private tour. Don't see a time that works for you? Feel free to contact us to schedule an alternative time.

We will bike on our local country roads while enjoying stops in vineyards, walking through 160 year old wine caves and even, during the harvest season, we enjoy tasting the grapes and testing the sugar levels. All our experiences are geared towards each small group's needs and wants. We will enjoy a private lunch at one of the wineries, a behind the scenes cheese tasting and more. The wineries we pick are diverse and the route is designed to show our guests what Sonoma has to offer. Other things to note Our locally guided experience includes the lunch, waters, and the behind the scenes cheese tasting and tour but does NOT include the tasting fees which typically run between $35-45 average per winery.

First things first... Your driver will arrive to pick up the group at the address you provide upon booking your experience with a splash of sparkling wine for everyone to toast before embarking on your adventure in wine country. A basket of light snacks will be available for your group to enjoy in between winery visits as well as plenty of water to stay hydrated. Now, it’s off to the wineries! Typically, we will visit 2-3 wineries (based upon timing and location of Airbnb), one stop either offering a food and wine pairing or a picnic lunch. o Picnic Lunch option o If you choose the picnic lunch option, you do have the flexibility to choose a casual picnic lunch or a more elaborate offering. The cost of food is dependent on your meal choices. o A menu will be provided for you to choose from. We will place the order, pickup, and set up the picnic at the winery with dinnerware and some fun décor for the table. A few things to remember.... o Wineries do require reservations be made in advance and will require a credit card. o You will receive an itinerary prior to the date of your experience with a brief description of each winery you will visit. Sit back and relax.... After the last winery visit your driver will make sure you are back at your vacation home safe and sound. We look forward to welcoming you to Wine Country!!

Create a unique painting inspired by the region while relaxing & enjoying fine wine or the beverage of your choice! This is not your ordinary “Paint & Sip” with a generic painting & cheap materials; it’s not paint by numbers, either. This is a small, intimate group creating original paintings with personalized attention by a kind local professional artist & teacher in an extraordinary setting. No experience or talent required. You will have all the materials, step by step instruction, feedback, & encouragement to layer by layer, complete a work of art small enough to slip into your suitcase. It’s fun & interesting, too! You will take home a finished, easy to frame 8”x10” painting, new skills & a wonderful memory of your time in Napa or Sonoma. You will forever see painting, life, & the world around you differently! This is the ultimate “Paint & Sip” experience. It's got heart, soul and a sense of place in California’s premier wine region. A perfect pairing for wine lovers, also suitable for non-drinkers and mixed groups. Together we will make a memory as well as a lasting memento that will bring you back every time you see it. Great for groups & celebrations! Executive teams, start ups, bachelorette parties, families and friends all love the beautiful harmony of working on the same project but in everyone’s individual way. It’s amazing to see what everyone creates!

We'll visit a combination of restaurants and tasting rooms (4 sit-down stops in total). Everything we eat is grown in beautiful Sonoma, and we'll pair (mostly) local wine at each and every stop. You will learn and taste 5 different varietals - a half of a glass each for at least a total of 2.5 glasses of wine over the course of three hours. We'll share insight as to why different types of wine and food pair so well together, discuss chefs, biodynamic farming, films, and purveyors. We'll cover Sonoma's role in California history as we walk by relevant landmarks. If we have time, we sample organic olive oil and check out leather goods between our restaurants for complimentary samples. We land in a boutique tasting room where we enjoy generous pours of small batch red varietals with local, artisanal chocolate. Our tours are not scripted, but rather customized to what is most interesting to our guests, so we encourage you to let us know when we meet and greet. Our guides are local, passionate and dedicated to ensuring your experience is memorable. **Our experience is a new type of wine-walking tour with delicious, "crave-able" food from top restaurants in Sonoma's concentrated plaza. We'll give you great take-aways on wine, tasting interesting varietals and teaching sommelier tricks for while you are tasting with us and others later in your trip.

Experience a private tour of the world famous wineries of Napa and Sonoma YOUR WAY. We offer a refreshing alternative to the overpriced, generic tours that limit where you can go and when. We'll pick you up wherever you are staying including places up to 90 minutes outside of Napa and Sonoma. Partner with us to create a unique and memorable day you are certain to cherish. We'll help with recommendations for amazing wineries, breath taking scenery, geological wonders, cultural experiences, shopping and yummy lunch spots. You will be responsible for booking the tastings and payment. The 5 hour tour provides enough time for tastings at 2-3 wineries as well as a stop for lunch. You can modify the pick-up time and extend the tour for $75/hr If you need service for outside of Napa and Sonoma, let us know and we'll provide you with pricing. We're looking forward to being a part of a special day with your friends, family or loved one. Your time in the Wine Country is certain to become a wonderful experience you’ll talk about for years to come!

We'll start with a tour of the sanctuary where you'll meet a variety of rescued farm animals. We'll share their stories of resilience and healing and talk a bit more about the industries they come from. You'll love meeting our animal ambassadors and may be surprised at what you learn, since we so rarely see the animals in our food system. Join us afterwards at our picnic tables in the field for a glass of local wine and a vegan cheese and charcuterie platter. (Note: The platter contains nuts and gluten unless otherwise requested. Please inform us of any allergies when you make your booking so we can be sure to provide suitable options. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be served.) The Experience will last approximately 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Please be mindful that as a sanctuary for rescued animals, our priority is the physical and emotional well being of the rescued animals who call Charlie's Acres home. Our loved animal residents are completely free and always have a choice as to whether or not they want to interact with visitors. They will reside at the sanctuary for the rest of their lives, where we'll have the honor of taking care of them. Other things to note: Learn more about what to expect and find answers to frequently asked questions: https://charliesacres.org/faq.html

Create a unique painting inspired by the region while relaxing & enjoying fine wine or the beverage of your choice! This is not your ordinary “Paint & Sip” with a generic painting & cheap materials; it’s not paint by numbers, either. This is a small, intimate group creating original paintings with personalized attention by a kind local professional artist & teacher in an extraordinary setting. No experience or talent required. You will have all the materials, step by step instruction, feedback, & encouragement to layer by layer, complete a work of art small enough to slip into your suitcase. It’s fun & interesting, too! You will take home a finished, easy to frame 8”x10” painting, new skills & a wonderful memory of your time in Napa or Sonoma. You will forever see painting, life, & the world around you differently! This is the ultimate “Paint & Sip” experience. It's got heart, soul and a sense of place in California’s premier wine region. A perfect pairing for wine lovers, also suitable for non-drinkers and mixed groups. Together we will make a memory as well as a lasting memento that will bring you back every time you see it. Great for groups & celebrations! Executive teams, start ups, bachelorette parties, families and friends all love the beautiful harmony of working on the same project but in everyone’s individual way. It’s amazing to see what everyone creates!

The Epicurean Connection is offering private hands on cheesemaking class with award winning Cheesemaker/Chef Sheana Davis & Wine Educator/Cheesemaker Ben Sessions. Class included hands on cheesemaking class, a cheese cloth, cheese ladle, cheese recipe card and cheese trail map, artisan cheese tasting and complimentary Rose. The guests will make a 2-3# Creme de Ricotta wheel of cheese and or flavor the Creme de Ricotta from our Spice Bar. Please bring a cooler to take-home your cheeses. Class is hosted by award winning cheesemaker Sheana Davis & Ben Sessions, The Epicurean Connection. Class is 90 minutes. . Thank you, Sheana Davis & Ben Sessions

While at my tea table we will guide you through a tasting expedition. You will have a unique opportunity to taste the vast and ancient world of tea, become familiar with whole-leaf artisan varietals and their growing processes, learn how to develop your taste buds and expertly steep tea at home. We will begin our 2-hour workshop by tasting a variety of specialty White, Green, Oolong, Black, and Pu-erhs teas. As we taste each tea we'll explain what defines each category, share fun stories from visiting these farms in the east, and talk about the health benefits of each tea. Enjoy the presentation as each tea is prepared with mindfulness and precision, using specialty pots and tea tools in the traditional ways of the Chinese Tea Ceremony. Questions are always welcome and you will also have a chance to practice pouring tea for yourself, or friends and family. Guests have been enjoying this workshop as a casual outing and also as a corporate team building event! Other things to note Come share this experience and feel the joys of tea!

At Meadowcroft Wines, learn about the art and science of winemaking by blending and bottling your very own bottle of wine. We’ll start with a stroll through the beautifully manicured gardens of Cornerstone Sonoma and an idyllic vineyard for a firsthand look at the vines. As we walk the rows, We’ll share why the iconic Sonoma Valley is the perfect place to winegrapes. Then, we’ll sit to create unique blends from wines that have been aged in separate barrels to craft your own red blend using Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec Petit Verdot and/or Cabernet Franc to place your own signature style into a Bordeaux based red blend. Each person will hand-cork their own bottle of wine and take it home to share. No previous wine experience is necessary - perfect for all levels of wine experience and interest. Other things to note: You'll blending will be guided by one of our knowledgeable team members. Bring comfortable shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and a camera. The tour starts at 10am sharp! *Please inquire for large parties or corporate groups by contacting us through the Airbnb site.

You will be greeted with some specialty non-alcoholic beverages, along with some affection from our three small rescue dogs. I will teach you how to make homemade ricotta cheese in a very simple way, and then how to use that ricotta to make tartines (rustic bread toasted and spread with Ricotta and topped with your choices of things -- we take them to a whole new level with at least 25 special ingredients I create just for you) and a quick and easy version of cacio e pepe (what I call a grown-ups mac n' cheese). You will learn what to do with the whey which is leftover from making cheese. We will even pick some herbs and edible flowers from my herb garden, and learn more about those as part of this experience. Then you will sit down to eat the creations you have made. You will leave with the recipes you need to easily recreate the ricotta at home, and a new skill to share with your family and friends. Other things to note As this class centers around making ricotta cheese, if you have a dairy allergy this would not work for you. However, if you are simply lactose intolerant we CAN make this with lactose-free milk. Please let me know in advance. We have three small friendly dogs who are part of the welcoming committee. If you have a dog allergy or aversion, please understand this part of the experience cannot be changed.

You will learn all about egg cookery so you can get that pleat in your chefs hat. You will learn an amazingly easy way to boil an egg so it is easy to peel. I will teach you how to make perfect poached eggs so you can make eggs Benedict even for a party. We will make Hollandaise sauce for your Benedicts. You will learn the way to make a perfect French-style omelet, your grand achievement. You will each make your own omelet to enjoy while you are here. Most people have never eaten a properly cooked French-style omelet, let alone know how to cook one! You will get to do both!! All of these processes are ones very difficult for the average home cook to master without this kind of one-on-one training. You will leave confident and able to cook eggs the right way. Other things to note This is an active hands on cooking experience so please wear comfortable shoes. Aprons will be provided, as will written notes and recipes.Since this class is focused on eggs, it is not suitable for Vegans, but will work out fine for Vegetarians. Do let me know if you are a vegetarian or other.

Visites d'amateurs de fromage Sidecar, La Bay Area abrite certaines des meilleures fermes fromagères du pays. Nous rencontrons le centre-ville de Fairfax devant Amélie et commencerons notre voyage en side-car dans le magnifique comté de Marin pour découvrir d'incroyables fermes laitières. Nous nous arrêterons à 3-4 fermes fromagères. Un bon pique-nique local est inclus, afin que nous puissions parler et profiter des meilleurs locaux. Pour finir les visites retour à Fairfax.

The main purpose to do this course is to encourage people to have bees ( they are good, trust me) - Full basic beekeeping class and training. - Honey tasting - Explore hive, internally and externally - Learn about the honey bee life cycle - Look up honey bee queen, drone, and workers - Honey extraction( depends on the season and honey flow time ) - Learn how to start and maintain a hive in your backyard This unique hands-on experience is the best way to learn about the importance of honeybees! We will suit up and open up the hive to see how bees live, work, and produce honey. You will definitely leave with greater knowledge tt and understanding of our pollinator friends and the inner workings of a honeybee colony. - There’s no toilet onsite, you can go to the Bolinas town for that reason. It’s 2 minutes drive. - Please wear long pants,socks and close toed shoes - Please also make sure to have long pant, socks and a proper shoes. All you pay goes to Charity. Comes from the environment and goes back to the environment! ATTN: If you have a known allergy to bee, wasp, or yellow jacket venom, sadly you are prohibited from participating in this experience.

After being introduced to the space and to each other, I will provide a quick demonstration on the wheel with a small amount of clay. Afterwards, each guest will be allowed time to create a piece on the wheel from beginning to end with personal instruction and assistance from me. Guests are welcome to make anything they would like to on the wheel! Cup, bowl, vase, dish, etc. (Please Read)The firing of pottery is a long process that is separate from the time we spend on the wheel. Each piece requires a two day long firing process in a kiln, and I hand glaze each piece. I offer kiln services out of my personal studio if you have interest in having your piece fired for a *small fee that is not due the day of the experience.* I do not include this in the price of the experience because some guests do not wish to keep their piece. Wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting some clay on. Clay will wash out, but you may not want to go out right after. The time noted on the experience, 2 hours, is generally descriptive of a 2 person experience which encompasses the majority of my bookings. In general, the experience is 1 hour per person. If there are 3 or 4 people in the booking, likely the experience will extend the 2 hour session time, and if there is 1 person in the booking it will be closer to an hour.

We'll visit a combination of restaurants and tasting rooms (4 sit-down stops in total). Everything we eat is grown in beautiful Sonoma, and we'll pair (mostly) local wine at each and every stop. You will learn and taste 5 different varietals - a half of a glass each for at least a total of 2.5 glasses of wine over the course of three hours. We'll share insight as to why different types of wine and food pair so well together, discuss chefs, biodynamic farming, films, and purveyors. We'll cover Sonoma's role in California history as we walk by relevant landmarks. If we have time, we sample organic olive oil and check out leather goods between our restaurants for complimentary samples. We land in a boutique tasting room where we enjoy generous pours of small batch red varietals with local, artisanal chocolate. Our tours are not scripted, but rather customized to what is most interesting to our guests, so we encourage you to let us know when we meet and greet. Our guides are local, passionate and dedicated to ensuring your experience is memorable. **Our experience is a new type of wine-walking tour with delicious, "crave-able" food from top restaurants in Sonoma's concentrated plaza. We'll give you great take-aways on wine, tasting interesting varietals and teaching sommelier tricks for while you are tasting with us and others later in your trip.

Create your perfect outdoors nature experience with this gentle yoga (no mat needed), nature guided journey and solar system planet walk. Send me dates and times best for you and get ready to hike the hills together! If you don't know where to start, here's the most popular program: We’ll meet outside Robert Ferguson Observatory, tucked inside Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, that’s about 70 minutes north of San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Our time together will be 2.5 hours and we’ll cover about 2-3 miles of various terrain and ecosystems stopping along the way to enjoy yoga poses, breath work and moments of stillness, then return to the Observatory. Perfect combination of inner space (yoga) and outdoor space (nature) as we walk through a cosmic pace journey together. Looking forward to sharing my decade + of hiking, camping, and fitness programs guiding you in Sonoma County soon! Message host or find out more on susanyoga.com for building a custom outdoor program for you and/or your group! Other things to note The Astrology portion of this experience is how the planets relate to the body and through the yoga experience component of this outdoors hike do those aspects come alive. If this custom program is in a different location, the elements found in nature will be our guide for the inner yoga work.

Experience a private tour of the world famous wineries of Napa and Sonoma YOUR WAY. We offer a refreshing alternative to the overpriced, generic tours that limit where you can go and when. We'll pick you up wherever you are staying including places up to 90 minutes outside of Napa and Sonoma. Partner with us to create a unique and memorable day you are certain to cherish. We'll help with recommendations for amazing wineries, breath taking scenery, geological wonders, cultural experiences, shopping and yummy lunch spots. You will be responsible for booking the tastings and payment. The 5 hour tour provides enough time for tastings at 2-3 wineries as well as a stop for lunch. You can modify the pick-up time and extend the tour for $75/hr If you need service for outside of Napa and Sonoma, let us know and we'll provide you with pricing. We're looking forward to being a part of a special day with your friends, family or loved one. Your time in the Wine Country is certain to become a wonderful experience you’ll talk about for years to come!

Join us for a day at the sanctuary and meet a variety of rescued farmed animals. We'll share their stories of resilience and healing and also talk about the industries they come from. You'll love meeting our animal ambassadors and may be surprised at what you learn since we so rarely see the animals in our food system. The Experience will last approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Please be mindful that, as a sanctuary for rescued animals, our priority is the physical and emotional wellbeing of the animals who call Charlie's Acres home. Our animal residents are completely free and always have a choice whether or not they interact with visitors. They will reside at the sanctuary for the rest of their lives, where we'll have the honor of taking care of them. **Families with young kids are strongly encouraged to book a private group to better allow us to adjust the pacing and content of the tour.** We operate under current Sonoma County COVID-19 safety guidelines, and protocol is subject to change. Tours are available in French or Spanish by request. Note that we do not allow visitors to bring dogs onto the premises. The only exception is service dogs required to assist with a disability; in that case, please contact us to arrange a private tour. Don't see a time that works for you? Feel free to contact us to schedule an alternative time.

We will welcome you in one of our vintage VW Buses! Explore three of the best wineries in Sonoma Valley. We choose from places like Anaba, Buena Vista, Winery Sixteen 600, Gundlach or other awesome Sonoma wineries. We'll enjoy a picnic lunch at our second stop on us. We will order from Sonoma’s Best Deli on us! *Guests pay for wine tasting at each location, anticipate between $40-50 in tasting fees per person for each winery. Look for our Napa experience too. Please note that we have a 72-hour cancellation policy on all tours. https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/118276?source=p2