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Slip away to Mendocino County wine country for a long weekend filled with slow mornings, cozy meals and just enough adventure to keep things interesting. This itinerary is perfect for couples or friends who love great food, peaceful landscapes and unhurried wine tasting. Expect warm hospitality, rolling hills of vines and moments that feel like a true escape.
Make your way toward Hopland at a relaxed pace, enjoying the vineyard views as you approach town. Take your time on the drive this getaway is all about easing into slower rhythms.
Arrive just in time for lunch at Stock Farm Hopland, where wood-fired dishes and local produce set the tone for a delicious weekend. Afterward, stroll next door and check into Stock Farm Inn, settling into your room’s rustic charm. Once refreshed, head to the Thatcher Hotel for a rejuvenating spa treatment sink into a massage or facial as the afternoon quiet wraps around you.
For dinner, visit Osha Thai in Hopland and enjoy fragrant curries, noodles, and bold flavors that warm you from the inside out. Return to Stock Farm Inn for a peaceful night’s rest before a full day of wine country explorations.
Start your day at the beloved Bluebird Café, a cozy community staple serving hearty scrambles, pancakes and comforting favorites. With breakfast done, head to Dancing Crow Vineyards for your first tasting sip bright wines while taking in the surrounding countryside.
Continue on to Saracina, enjoy a wine tasting in their award-winning tasting room, take a vineyard tour, bring the kids and the dogs for an easy hike, meet the friendly alpacas and goats, and more! For lunch make the short drive back into town and meet at the The Golden Pig for a satisfying farm-to-fork lunch. Afterward, wander next door to The Golden Pig Wine Shop to browse interesting bottles and local finds. Then make your way to Brutocao for another tasting and a friendly game of bocce ball in the afternoon sun.
Before dinner, head to the Thatcher Hotel and purchase a pool pass. Float, lounge or simply sip something refreshing while the day winds down. When evening settles in, head to RockSeas for a flavorful dinner with a relaxed, but polished vibe. Return to your room for a well-earned night of rest.
Ease into your final day with a simple breakfast at Café Poppy for fresh pastries and a warm latte or tea. After breakfast, check out, keeping the morning’s peaceful energy with you.
Before leaving town, make a stop at Terra Savia for an olive oil tasting and a bit of wine. Stroll the beautiful property as you learn about their organic practices, savoring your final moments in Hopland’s quiet countryside.
Head home at your own pace, carrying with you full bellies, new favorite wines, and the slow, restful rhythm of Mendocino County.
Spring and fall offer warm days, crisp evenings, and the prettiest vineyard colors. Summer is perfect for poolside lounging and long, sunlit tastings, while winter brings quiet charm, cozy meals and empty tasting rooms.
Light layers for shifting temperatures
Comfortable walking shoes for vineyards and town strolls
A swimsuit for the Thatcher Hotel pool
Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
A reusable water bottle
A tote or wine shipper for new bottles to take home
Oscar’s Place Adoption Center & Donkey Sanctuary – Visit rescued donkeys, learn their stories and enjoy sweet, gentle interactions in a peaceful ranch setting.
McNab Ridge Winery – Taste approachable, well-crafted wines with friendly hospitality and a classic Hopland feel.
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