Corporate Retreats

A foodie walking tour in Sonoma County is an excellent way to discover the hidden culinary gems and experience the local food culture. These tours take visitors on a journey through some of Sonoma County’s most charming neighborhoods, historic downtowns, and vibrant marketplaces, introducing them to the local food culture and the people who make it happen. With a variety of tours to choose from, visitors can tailor their experience to their interests and preferences.

Agriculture, other than grapes, has been a significant part of the county’s economy for over a century. Visitors can explore local farms and orchards, participate in farm-to-table experiences, and sample artisanal cheeses, honey, olive oil, and other locally produced food products. Curated based on your group’s preferences, timing, and farm availability; the possibilities are endless.

Our chefs always welcome our guests into the kitchen. If a relatively in-depth explanation or demonstration is desired, pls advise the chef in advance so she/he can plan accordingly to have the time and staff to see to your preferences

All our properties have commercial grade kitchens and equipment for our chefs. The St Helena property has 2 kitchens, one being a professional demonstration kitchen with adjoining classroom which is an optimal set up for a cooking class for up to 24. Cooking classes afford a great opportunity for guests to work in competitive teams while learning or perfecting a skill.

Janet, a famous chef and writer, is an excellent teacher with an unparalleled knowledge of cheese. She has written over 30 books and her writing has appeared in numerous publications including The New York Times, Saveur, and Food & Wine. Perhaps her most noteworthy experience was cooking at Chez Panise with Alice Waters in the “early years”. Teams can work in a competitive fashion if so desired.

We describe 2 popular tastings; our chefs can curate other delicacies that might be to a groups preference; please inquire.
Caviar is a highly prized delicacy. Teams can work in a competitive fashion if so desired.A caviar tasting is an opportunity to indulge in the luxurious experience of savoring the world’s finest caviar. Sparking wine or champagne pairs exquisitely
A tasting of regional olive oils is a meal and a class. Learn about the oils, flavorings, cooking and of course consuming. Caifornia olive oils range from mild and buttery to robust and peppery largely influenced by the type of olives and the region where they were grown.

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World-renowned Jay Alexander’s uniquely combines classic sleight of hand with cutting-edge technology and psychology. Known for his mind-bending mentalism routines, in which he seems to read the thoughts of audience, he is also famous for his use of technology, incorporating iPads, holograms, and other digital tools. Aware that teams are hard-working., he connects with them quickly and can customize a show to include products, brand messages and specific objectives.

A ghost story competition challenges participants to create engaging stories ranging from horror to mystery to fantasy. Typically the winner is chosen either via a designated judge or group vote. The competition is a spine-tingling affair, with entrants conjuring up terrifying tales of haunted houses, vengeful spirits, and cursed objects. This competition is a fabulous showcase to team members creative and imaginative talents.

A local historian and entertainer will educate and entertain you group form the point of view of your chosen historical figure. Since 2001 George Webber has regaled thousands with historic re-enactment walking tours of Sonoma and Napa, wine lectures, historic events, cooking shows, and more. Performing as a variety of different characters, George Webber is a living legend in Sonoma.

Our remote properties provide excellent dark skies for Star Gazing. We can arrange for an astronomy expert to lead you through the heavenly wonders above. Learn about the constellations, comets, planets and movement of the skies.

Connect with nature while developing new skills. By painting outdoors, artists become more aware of the natural world and the way that it changes throughout the day and seasons. Plein air painters must work quickly and spontaneously, often completing a painting in a single sitting. Plein air painting can be a form of meditation or mindfulness practice, helping artists to be present in the moment. Class can be out of doors or even in one of the estate living rooms with a still life arrangement

The tradition of masquerade balls dates back to medieval Europe, where they were often held as part of carnival celebrations.. Attendees are encouraged to build elaborate costumes from the treasures of our very own costume closet. The Calistoga Hideout is the perfect venue venue -historically accurate and thus a truly immersive environment evoking an experience of time travel. Specific historic characters of the Wild West can be embodied for the night. Our in house library is full of books to choose characters from. Add an extra layer of magic with live musicians and dancing. Overall, a thrilling and unforgettable experience, where the line between fantasy and reality is blurred, and anything can happen.

At the Calistoga property only, we have an actual Victorian Gaming Hall. there is an elevated card playing area with multiple tables that can be combined to accommodate the exact number of players. For an all out card playing weekend, tables can be set up in the Grande Room.

Great for a rainy day adventure. Tour the quaint town of Petaluma and engage in some serious competition and showmanship at the state of the art lanes.

Ouija, Monopoly, Risk, Rummikub, Scrabble, Clue, Twister, Pictionary, Electronic Catch Phrase, and more. Pls inquire for specific games.

Located near the main house and in view from the kitchen window, this is often the source of hours of friendly competition and conversation over the course of a stay at the St Helena and Kenwood estates.

This adventure involves using a GPS device or a smartphone to navigate to specific coordinates and locate hidden containers called “geocaches” or “caches.” These typically small, waterproof containers that contain a logbook where the geocacher can sign their name and date of visit as proof of finding the cache. Some caches also contain small trinkets or toys that can be exchanged or swapped. Geocaching can be done by anyone, a great way to explore and get outdoors.

Water exercise class is fun as is floating and dreaming for hours. Each pool is different. The St Helena pool is the largest: 60 ft long vanishing edge pool is chlorine free. Because this pool is solar heated, it only is swimmable seasonally, normally too cold Nov through April. The other pools can be mechanically heated for a fee Andy time of the year.

At the Calistoga property only- a Gaming Hall with regulation size billiard table . This can be converted to a craps table if preferred. We can also arrange for professional dealers who can bring in more gambling options such as a roulette wheel and more.

There are over 400 recorded bird species in the 2 county area, many who frequent our rural properties. Spend an afternoon with an expert and discover the resplendent beauty of the avian world so often overlooked. This experience affords numerous competitive options for Team Building in nature and can be done at our St Helena property or in nearby parks

2 of our properties are located near on a ridge It is downhill all the way in both directions for the advanced rider. Some areas are rather steep on the 2 lane paved roads. Picturesque and challenging. Stop in town for lunch or a wine tasting. You can ride back up or we can arrange to collect your group and the bikes for the return.

Whatever your dream about horseback riding might be, you’ll probably find it in Sonoma County:
Cantering swiftly on a beautiful beach at sunset, waves crashing alongside, Comfortably astride a gentle horse that’s picking its way through a thick forest, the only sound a persistent woodpecker, trotting smoothly alongside a fast-moving, early-spring stream, a leisurely trail ride through neat rows of lush grapevines ending with a wine tasting. Anything is possible.

There are 100’s of city and state parks to choose from with a seemingly infinite variety of terrains and views. From redwood forests to coastal cliffs, from vineyard overlooks to the pacific ocean. We can arrange a knowledgeable local guide. Remember hiking can be combined with wine tasting, bird-watching, nature photography, etc.

The teacher comes to the property, is able to work with a diversified group and varying ranges of skill. You are welcome to confer with her prior to design a class to your specifications. We provide matts at all houses.

The trainer can come to the property & is able to work with a diversified group and varying ranges of skill. Guests are encouraged to work with the t racer prior to arrival to design a progressive set of training sessions to best meet your goals and skill. Any combination of exercise is possible. The trainers can use what is at the property to build something very unique and challenging.

Sonoma Zipline Adventures is high-flying adventure that will immerse your group in the unparalleled beauty of the world famous California Coastal Redwoods. From panoramic forest views to thrillingly deep ravines, get up close and personal with some of the tallest, and oldest, living things you’ll ever meet Everyone will end your tour with a deeper appreciation for the forest and our planet.

A nature photography class teaches the art and technique of capturing images of the natural world, including landscapes, wildlife, plants, and natural phenomena. The course covers camera basics, composition, lighting, wildlife photography, landscape photography, macro photography, and post-processing. Students also learn about the ethics of nature photography, including guidelines for minimizing impact on the environment and respecting the rights of animals and other natural subjects. The class can include hiking too exotic areas of Sonoma County including the Pacific coast.