Russian River Winery Tours near Fern Grove Cottages
This region is designated as a cool growing area because of fog intruding up the Russian River and its tributaries. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir made here are exceptional in their own right, but this is also sparkling wine country, where more methode champenoise is produced than anywhere else in the state. Vinyards in the region cover in excess of 8,000 acres.
A pleasant day can be spent visiting the wineries in the valley. Heading East from Guerneville, Korbel champagne winery has a tour every hour which lasts about an hour, and finishes with a free tasting. The gardens here are also beautiful. Continuing East, turn off River Road on Westside road. There are many wineries enroute. Popular with are guests are Davis Bynum, Rochioli, Mill Creek and Hopkihn. Return to Guerneville via Highway 101 and River Rd. Popular wineries on this section include Martinelli, Martini and Prati, and Topolos (also great restaurant).
Just ask Mike or Margaret for a copy of the Russian River wine road map.Mike and Margaret's Favorite Day Trips.....
Why not try our favorite Russian River valley wineries tour?
For other excursions and touring of the area, Mike and Margaret's nephew, Nicholas, created a wonderful guide so that you can explore many other areas of the Russian River with ease.Be sure to get your free copy of this guide at Fern Grove Cottages.
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This river in Northern California rises in Mendocino County and flows past Ukiah, Cloverdale and Healdsburg while paralleling Highway 101. It then heads west to flow into the Pacific along a scenic stretch of Highway 1.
Spend a day canoing down the famous Russian River. The best months for canoing are May through October. The Russian River offers spectacular sightings of great blue heron, osprey, egrets, river otters, turtles and more.
For information on canoe and kayak rentals, call Trowbridge Recreation, (707) 433-7248;
or for canoe rentals, call Burke's Canoe Trips, (707) 887-1222.
California Rivers for winery tours, Russian River Estuary Kayaking tours(707) 579-2209
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June, the Russian River Blues Festival.go to the Blues Festival Website
go to the Jazz Festival Website
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You will find many things to do in Guerneville and the surrounding areas. There are many places to see, and activities or events in which to take part. The Korbel Winery is located closest to Guerneville, where tours of the winery, brewery, and floral gardens are given daily. Many other wineries are also located within the area.
Throughout the Redwood forest area are several state parks where you can hike or wander amongst these immense giants. Our nearest and most visited park is Armstrong Woods.The Russian River has many beach areas in Guerneville, Rio Nido, Monte Rio, on to the Pacific Ocean. Take a dip or get a little sun, or enjoy activities happening along The River.
A short drive west of Guerneville is the town of Jenner and the Pacific Ocean. Sandy beaches are located along the coast north and south of Jenner where you can enjoy the sun and sea.
South of Jenner scenic Highway 1 will lead you to the towns of Bodega and Bodega Bay where Alfred Hitchcock filmed his thriller The Birds. Here you will find St.Theresa's Church and the Potter School from where the children fled from The Birds down the street.
Let us know some of your interests and we will help make your visit a most memorable one.Mike and Margaret KennettInnkeepers/Owners
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