Wine Country Businesses

Take flight on a new adventure of hang gliding. Take lessons and fly solo or tandem to see Santa Barbara from a new vantage points.

Offering excellent value for your money, this beautiful and intimate venue (also a working farm and equestrian center) comes complete with a day-of event coordinator, flexible indoor/outdoor options, and the invaluable insight of owner Jeannette Bell.

This hotel was voted "one of the 10 Best Beaches in California” by USA Today readers. And it's no wonder why with the newly renovated, breezy décor and breathtaking ocean views.

Visit the tasting room of this small production winery to try their artfully crafted Pino Noir, Zinfandel, Syrah, and Chardonnay.

This welcoming winery, located behind its hospitality center in an old converted 1920s barn, will give you an informative and entertaining tour and a few different tasting options.

Offering gracious hospitality, Chateau Julien is open daily for drop-in wine tastings. Weddings and special events are also hosted here.

Foodshed Take Away, takes a hands-on approach to preparing whole foods; nearly everything they serve is made in house, from mayonnaise and salad dressing to breads, pastas and sauces as well as some cured meats.

A wide variety of walking and hiking trails means you can choose your difficulty level and scenery. Several lakes are available for fishing, and there are amazing views of Windsor from the foothills.

On a beautiful day, enjoy your tasting outside on the patio with views of the vineyard. The knowledgeable tasting room manager at this family winery will provide a great, informative experience.

This quaint, charming winery provides an intimate tasting experience where you may get to meet and chat with the owner if he’s not out personally tending to the grapes.

Stop by this casual watering hole to find pool tables, a jukebox and an outdoor patio. Enjoy a good time with friends and drinks at this dive bar.

Once a logging site in the '20s, this state park is home to sweeping Redwood forests and features two popular attractions: Five Finger Falls and the epicenter of the Loma Prieta Earthquake in 1989.

Shop for local goods, produce, meats and seafood, flowers and more at this farmers market that is open rain or shine, year-round.

Let the salty sea air and spectacular scenery of this coastal retreat restore your spirit. Unwind in a covered hot tub, or simply soak up the incredible gifts of nature in this pristine area. Book a suite on the hill for a romantic, kid-free getaway.

The natural beauty and historical importance of his park make it an exciting place to explore. A former Russian colony, the park features the first windmill in California, restored gun towers, and a Russian Orthodox chapel built in the early 1800's.

This hidden winery is worth a drive up the coast to Fort Ross, where higher altitude grapes give the wines a unique flavor. You'll need to leave the dogs at home, but sweeping views of the coastline and their Pintotage make this a must-visit tasting room.

This small, family owned winery tends to three unique blocks of Cabernet vines, nurtured with passion to create just the right depth of character in each wine. Tours and tastings available by appointment.