The Carneros Inn

When visiting the Northern Californian wine region, it's difficult to know where to stay. An intimate B&B or a luxurious spa hotel? Napa or Sonoma? For those who want the best of all worlds, this inn is ideal. It's situated on an estate of vineyards and apple orchards in the Carneros winegrowing district, equidistant from the area's two main wine countries, and although it has 86 accommodations, each is its own individual cottage. Style is contemporary, making great use of large windows and natural light, and privacy is a priority — along with a patio and garden, every cottage has a secluded al fresco shower. There's also a café and wine bar, croquet lawn and, sigh, a divine full-service spa.