The Russian River vacation region has some Santa Rosa beach condos that are perfect for your next vacation. As part of California's Sonoma County wine country that is north of San Francisco, this area experiences the ideal climate and setting not only for flavorful grapes to thrive, but for tall redwood trees and other agricultural produce to grow as well. There is plenty to discover at Santa Rosa's farmer's market, and the city's downtown area, its lakes and the rolling vineyards are among the popular destinations. From your Santa Rosa condo, you can take a drive to any or all of these notable wineries:
St. Francis Winery & Vineyards
St. Francis Winery & Vineyards has its rows of grapes planted on gently-curved slopes with the mountains as its backdrop. Reminiscent of the designs of the mission churches, it can be an ideal setting for a romantic wedding or a quiet afternoon of wine tasting. The Zinfandels have a tasting category of their own, so it might be worth to bring home a bottle or two of these. This winery's resident chef can also whip up some excellent food pairings to the wines so you can appreciate them better. Other seasonal offerings include tours of their production area, opportunities to chat with the winemakers and group tasting.
Paradise Ridge Winery
Not far from your beach condo is the Paradise Ridge Winery; while it might be closer to the city than the other wineries, you leave the city behind the moment you enter its hillside location. You will be greeted by colorful sculptures and artwork, part of the Marijke's Grove, which adds a unique and interesting touch to this vineyard. Also a popular venue for weddings, Paradise Ridge boasts of particularly mesmerizing views when the sun sets. Visitors are encouraged to explore the vicinity on foot and bring food along for a picnic to pair with some of their wines.
Kendall Jackson Winery
Combining ecological consciousness with wine making, this 14,000-acre vineyard sits on the sides of the mountains north of Santa Rosa. With most of their environmentally-friendly programs in place such as the energy-efficient lighting, tree planting and water conservation, Kendall Jackson Winery strives to sustain the ecological balance of their lands for generations to come. They also have wine-tastings so visitors can distinguish the subtle aromas and flavors of their mountain grown grapes. You can even enjoy these wines while strolling along their themed gardens.
Other Wineries
At St. Helena Road, Santa Rosa, you can also schedule a visit at Fisher Vineyards. Arbios Cellars on Mission Boulevard is proud of its Alexander Valley Cabernet. Still another is the Carlisle Winery and Vineyards, which cultivates Zinfandels and Red Rhone grapes.
Let your journey to Wine Country begin with a visit to Vamoose.com. Choosing is easy when you narrow down the options according to the amenities and price range that you want for yourbeach condo. From there, you can then choose your ideal rental near the wineries you plan to visit.