Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
800-464-6642, 707-887-3300;
www.farmhouseinn.com
;
7871 River Rd; r
$445-795; )
Think love nest. The area's premier inn has spacious rooms and cottages, styled with
cushy amenities like saunas, steam-showers and wood-burning fireplaces. Small on-site
spa and top-notch restaurant. Check in early to maximize time.
Monte Rio
Village Inn
INN
707-865-2304;
www.villageinn-ca.com
;
20822 River Blvd; r $145-235;
)
A retired concierge owns this cute, old-fashioned, 11-room inn, beneath towering trees,
right on the river. Some rooms have river views; all have fridge and microwave. No elevat-
or.
Rio Villa Beach Resort
INN
chen $149-209, without $139-189; )
Landscaping is lush at this small riverside resort with excellent sun exposure (you see red-
woods, but you're not under them). Rooms are well kept but simple (request a quiet room,
not by the road); the emphasis is on the outdoors, evident by the large riverside terrace,
outdoor fireplace and barbecues. Some air-con.
Highland Dell
INN
707-865-2300;
highlanddell.com
; 21050 River Blvd; r $109-179;
Apr-
Nov; )
Built in 1906 in grand lodge style, redone in 2007, the inn fronts right on the river. Above
the giant dining room are 12 bright, fresh-looking rooms with comfy beds. No elevator.