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your travels take you to California's Napa Valley, consider
a stopover at Fanny's, a cozy, casual bed-and-breakfast
housed in, a 1915 Craftsman bungalow. Just a short walk
from the center of Calistoga, the inn puts visitors close
to shopping, restaurants, and day spas that capitalize on
the area's therapeutic mineral springs and mud baths. With
just a couple of guest rooms, Fanny's has an intimate atmosphere
and plenty of personal comforts, including plump down comforters,
cushioned window seats, and private baths. Although guests
often choose to do nothing more strenuous than swing in
the inn's cedar-shaded hammock, those so inclined can also
picnic amid the redwoods at Bothe Napa Valley State Park,
walk the paths at nearby Petrified Forest, visit California's
Old Faithful Geyser (it erupts every 40 minutes), take a
restorative soak in Indian Springs Resort's mineral pool,
and/or hit the wine trail in search of the perfect zinfandel
or chardonnay. Room rates start at $120 and include a full
breakfast; (707) 942-9491. -- Monica Michael Willis
The Official Guide to American Historical
Inns
Deborah Edwards Sakach
Circa 1915. In a shingled Craftsman-cottage style, painted forest green
and red, this inn offers an inviting shaded porch with swing, rockers
and spots for dining. Inside, comfortable interiors include over-stuffed
chairs, a fireplace, library and upstairs guest rooms with plank floors
and window seats. The innkeeper, a former restaurateur, provides a full
breakfast and knowledgeable touring suggestions.
Wine Country, California’s Napa
and Sonoma Valleys
John Doerper
This simple, quiet, craftsman cottage, painted wine red, is a quiet retreat
just a couple of blocks off Calistoga’s busy main street. It was
built in 1915, with a full-length front porch (to accommodate rocking
chairs and cats, of course), and is about as quiet as any place in this
spa town can get. All bedrooms have private baths and window seats. The
Living room and dining room are spacious, allowing for extra privacy.
The sumptuous breakfast alone is worth the stay. Besides, owner/innkeeper
Deanna Higgins knows the valley, its wineries, and vintners very well
and is ever willing to help plan forays into the hidden nooks and crannies
of the Valley. To top it off, she’s a good hiking trail guide as
well.
