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One Stop Shopping at Oxbow Public Market in Napa

Oxbow Public Market has been a mainstay for shopping and dining in downtown Napa since 2007. Since its opening, the market has evolved into a community gathering space that celebrates the bounty of the Napa Valley's harvest, products, and purveyors. … Read more
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Soar Over the Vines on a Napa Hot Air Balloon Ride

One of the best things to do in the Valley is soar over the vineyards on a Napa hot air balloon ride. It's a unique experience to be so high up over the vines, toasting sparkling wine, and taking in the panoramic views from 3,000 feet. A Napa hot air… Read more
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Napa Harvest Events to Look Forward to This Fall

One of the most exciting times to visit the Napa Valley is during harvest, when the grapes have ripened and the picking begins. There's a handful of Napa harvest events that we look forward to all year long. It's truly a time of celebration, especial… Read more
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Try These Great Napa Valley Breweries for Something Different

We all know that you'll find amazing wines here in the Napa Valley, but why not mix it up a little on your vacation and try some tasty brews from these Napa Valley breweries. Summer is the perfect time for a refreshing pilsner on the patio, a hoppy I… Read more
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Great Places for Wine Tasting in Napa in 2021

Wine tasting in Napa Valley is undeniably one of the best ways to spend an afternoon. Luckily, our Napa Valley Bed and Breakfast is right in the heart of where the fun begins. We're only about 10 minutes away from more than 100 wineries! This year st… Read more
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5 Reasons to Stay at Our Napa Bed and Breakfast in 2021

In these uniquely challenging times, the need to get away from it all remains as strong as ever. Luckily, Napa Valley remains as inviting a getaway destination as ever. So, too, does our Napa Bed and Breakfast ! The Candlelight Inn's warm, soothing b… Read more
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A Guide to Wine Tasting in Napa This Winter

Wine tasting in Napa is still happening, even amid current COVID-19 restrictions in California . They just have a different look., with appointment-only visits, small groups, and limited seatings. But, as any true wine lover knows, wine, like love, c… Read more
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The Best Napa Valley Wine Tours to Take This Fall

It's a great time to plan your Napa Valley wine tours! The fall season is a pleasantly warm one in the Napa Valley , one of very gradual cooling from the summer heat. Average high temperates in September stay in the eighties, and even as late as Nove… Read more
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8 Awe-Inspiring Napa Valley Bike Tours

The beautiful Napa Valley - and the many Napa Valley bike tours - are largely and happily open for business as usual. Despite the unique challenges facing the world and the hospitality industry in particular in 2020, the latest updates show that ther… Read more
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10 Things to do at the Oxbow Public Market in Napa

If you're planning to visit our Napa Valley Bed and Breakfast this spring, then you simply have to find the time to head over the Oxbow Public Market. There are a lot of great reasons to visit Napa Valley, but chief among them is the chance to sip an… Read more