Sonoma Chalet Bed & Breakfast

Run don’t walk away from this run down and dirty inn. We were shown accommodations and were shocked the state of disrepair this small inn was in The stove shown on the website is not for use. (it has been disconnected) why is it there? The quaint festa ware is just dusty bric a brac. To many other in town choices in sonoma. Stay at the cottage inn and spa where we finally ended up

Great place, friendly owner and I would go again!

You may initially be concerned that their phone isn’t often answered, or that you haven’t received a reply to your email as quickly as you’re used to these days, but everything will be ok! The owner is great and very welcoming, which doesn’t translate well over the phone if you call. This place is great, and we will definitely be back. Having private cottages is a fantastic idea for a B&B if you want to have your space, but they also have a main house if that’s your style. The cottage we had was clean, well appointed, and beautifully rustic. The bed was very comfortable, the breakfast was tasty, and the whole property is set back far enough from the neighborhood that it’s easy to feel like you’re somewhere else entirely. Couldn’t be happier with our stay here.

Sonoma Chalet is a charming place to stay in Sonoma, but only if you embrace its quirks. This was my first bed and breakfast experience, and although it’s totally different from staying at a chain style hotel like Holiday Inn, I appreciated it and enjoyed it.
The booking experience was totally new to me. Joe is the owner of the place. He is a sweet older white gentleman that can be warm and welcoming, but you may not know that without meeting him. I noticed during the initial interactions with him, he preferred phone calls over emails, and he would only respond to emails late at night, and it may take him more than a day to get back to your emails, but don’t take offense to that because he does get around to it. There is a 10 day cancellation policy, and I think there is a $ 10 cancellation charge. Also, he requires a two day stay if you come in over the weekend.
To be honest Sonoma Chalet was not my first choice. To begin, it’s quiet a bit further from the town square then many other places. It’s by means within close walking distance. But to be fair, those other places were fully booked when I looked, and they were also much more expensive. Although I did not come across any other places in my research that required a two night stay on the weekends, the total price of a two night stay at Sonoma Chalet actually is not much more than a 1 night at many of the other places. However, this is a problem if you don’t plan on staying two nights. I felt sort of forced to stay two nights because of this policy, but fortunately for me and my gf we happened to have the time, and we ended up really enjoying our stay, so in a way, I guess we were glad that we were forced to stay longer:)
We stayed at the Sophie’s room. This is one of two rooms on the first floor of the big house. It has a shared bathroom with the other room across the hall. Beware that the walls are pretty thin, and you could hear every movement out in the hall, and vice versa. The décor is very dated, and Joe basically kept a lot of the original details from the last occupants of the property. It felt a little bit like walking into your grandmother’s house. However, everything was clean and working. And thankfully the mattress was pretty comfortable to sleep on as well.
Every morning Joe made this lovely breakfast. It had fresh fruits, warm pastries. Coffee, tea, and juice are available for the asking. And you can help yourself to cereal and hard boiled eggs as well. It wasn’t anything fancy, but everything was fresh and tasted good. And Joe served it personally with a warm smile, and he was always ready to engage in a pleasant conversations with his guests, who were equally well behaved and pleasant themselves.
I must also commend Joe for the complementary wine tasting card. It gave you free wine tasting to something like 20 wineries in Sonoma. We used the card and really enjoyed a couple of them. Also, Joe takes great care of the many types of flowers and plants he has around the property, and they really show up fabulously on photos!
So give this place a try and find out for yourself. I think you’d be glad you did!

You cannot beat having your own cottage! I could not have picked a better place to stay for the wedding weekend. I’ve stayed at a couple bed-​and-​breakfast and I think I prefer this way. It is a more private way of doing it. The cottages are far enough apart, where you don’t have to worry about being super quiet when you come in and out. The staff is very accommodating and friendly. We stayed in Sarah’s cottage, which has a loft, a front porch and a side porch. You can also request to have your breakfast brought to you on and enjoy it on the side porch. Super cool! I really enjoyed the breakfast in the morning and the coffee was crazy good. If you’re looking for more of a casual and private B and B experience, this is definatly the way to go. Also, my girlfriend fell in love with the cottage and that was well worth it. I will be back again.

My husband and I made several attempts to book a stay here for our one year wedding anniversary. We first tried to call over 2 weeks prior to the date we wanted to stay, left a message and also an email. We got a call back however their call went to voicemail. From then on it was a game of phone tag trying to get a response from the owners. After calling 6 times, and sending 3 emails we finally got a call 2 days before we had originally wanted to book our stay to be told they had no availability. When I spoke with the gentleman who called me, he was quite rude and made me feel like it was my fault that we hadn’t been able to get ahold of each other. The conversation ended with me feeling very disappointed. This place looked like it was everything and more of a quite, peaceful, and beautiful place to spend a restful time which is everything I had hoped, unfortunately now I will not get to experience. I would possibly try again for another vacation, but now I have a bitter taste in my mouth by the lack of customer service and rude interaction with the owner.

I stayed in Laura’s Cottage in May 2013 with a friend while in town for a wedding. Nearly everything else in Sonoma was booked that weekend, but I managed to find two available cottages at this sweet little place, directly through its website. The cottage was $ 225 a night – about half the cost of any available hotel room (seriously). My friend picked Laura’s Cottage because it was nearest to the hot tub, har har har.
This place has tons of charm and homey touches, like a fireplace, hardwood floor, old stove, etc. The walls were painted bright turquoise, which was odd, but I appreciated the room’s non-​sterility. The cottage was plenty big enough for the two of us. The breakfast was good, not as much hot stuff as other B&B’s I’ve been to, but still a decent variety. This apple turnover thing I had – OHMYGOSH – it was the best pastry I’ve had all year!
Other than breakfast and check-​in, the only interaction we had with the owners while we were there was when we left a voicemail on Saturday afternoon asking if they had an iron. (We drove around to three drycleaners, who apparently weren’t permitted to steam/​press clothes on Saturdays. Uhh…) When we returned from our day of winetasting, voila! An iron and board were waiting for us in our room.
Oh! And I can’t forget to mention the winetasting card that gave us free tastings at 25−30ish area wineries. MONEY! (Château St. Jean and Kunde were my favorites, taste– and ambiance-​wise, of those we visited. Just ‘sayin.) I think SC is part of a co-​op/​network of B&B’s in Sonoma that gives out those golden tickets – er, cards – to its guests.
Lastly, the area was very quiet, set back from any roads, yet it was less than a five-​minute cab ride to Sonoma Square. I’d definitely recommend SC if you want a peaceful, restful weekend away from the busyness of life.

Stayed in the Farm View Room. Wow, what a view! This room was on the top floor of the main house. Very large with two balconies & a private bath. Quaint place, very old fashioned with lots of antiques and collectibles everywhere. This is what a B&B should be. 5 minute drive from town, set way back off the main street so it’s nice and secluded. Joe, the owner, was super nice. Breakfast on the deck (fresh fruit and rolls) on vintage Fiestaware and depression glass. Fantastic. My only complaint was there was no wifi. But then again, who needs wifi in a place like that?
Notes: No TV, but you won’t want one. Floors are a little creaky but that adds to the charm. Our room was clean as a whistle, the bathroom was new but matched the antique décor, and view was fantastic. Highly recommended.

The best B&B I’ve ever stayed at. Highly recommend & the breakfast in the morning was perfect. It was like we were at our own house it was so comfortable I wanted to move in & never leave. We stayed in Sarah’s cottage the view of the grassy hills & umbrella trees were amazing you could sit all day on the huge porch & watch the eagles fly. If you want a relaxing time or want to drink a lot lol this is the place. The town square is practically in walking distance 2! Where there is plenty of wine tastings & great food. You must go 2 the Sonoma cheese factory it’s amazing: wine cheese BBQ sandwiches fudge & gelato need I say more :)

Stayed in the main chalet with my sister. Wow what a great deal for the Sonoma area! The property is set back a little and the buildings are old. I was worried about some of the problems that usually accompany old buildings — running out of hot water, blowing a circuit with the hairdryer, but everything worked fine! The floors and doors are a little creaky, so you can hear the other guests coming and going, but I’m a city girl so I can sleep through anything. No wi-​fi, but that forced me to check out local cafes, so I’m cool with that.
We shared a bathroom with another unit, but had access to a shared sitting room and our own private balcony. Both are great for wrapping up in a blanket and having a glass of wine.
Joe, the proprietor with the Fred Rodgers voice, is a fantastic host. Great advice and recommendations for the area. He serves breakfast on the patio off the kitchen. Great views of wild turkeys and deer grazing on the hill. Tons of fresh fruit and breakfast pastries served on fiesta ware. The coffee was hot and plentiful.
If I went back to Sonoma, I would not stay anywhere else.

Sarah’s cottage was available and it was perfect for the love, wine, and privacy of the stay. Well suited for a long weekend where you want to forget work and just make a lazy nest where drinking coffee and napping with your beloved are the activities on the daily agenda
The grounds were spectacular as was the service. Attentive but not intrusive, which was greatly appreciated.
We also had the good fortune of meeting another couple who graciousness and knowledge of wine provided a few well picked cases to go home with us.
Will be back as I want to experience the other little cottages. Brooklyn likes her small places with the girl.

What a great place! Joe, the owner and host, was working in his flower garden upon our arrival. His gracious and friendly demeanor immediately made my wife and I feel right at home. We spent our 25^th anniversary in the Farmhouse Suite and we were quite impressed. It was large and filled with interesting curiosities. It also had two balconies with beautiful views of the hillside. Breakfast was just as wonderful as Joe played the consummate host serving hot coffee, fresh fruit, warm croissants and danish. Our short stay could not have been more perfect. We are already looking forward to our next stay. Highly recommended!!!

We had an amazing time staying at Sara’s Cottage. Perfectly private and secluded from the other cottages and rooms. While it might seem a little pricey, it was completely worth it for us. Breakfast was always great, and you can take it back to your room with you. The room came with complimentary wine tastings to about 20 wineries and vineyards! So that definitely saves you money right there! Joe and Sammy were a delight to talk to and Joe gave great advice on which places to hit up first!
If you’re looking for zero distractions and seclusion, this is the place for you. If you’re someone dependent on Wi-​Fi, don’t stay here, or get a smart phone. I had great reception!
Sara’s cottage had a little kitchen. We didn’t use the oven, but we did go to the main house to use their microwave once. The Jacuzzi was great, we found it unoccupied every time we wanted to use it.
We spent a LOT of time on the side porch, drinking and enjoying the view. If you stay here you will have to drive places, unless you have the time to walk. But while in Sonoma, in general, you’ll have to drive to the wineries or get a car service.
Hope this helps!!!

This was a wonderful place to go away to for a night with my boyfriend for his 30^th birthday weekend.
It’s conveniently located relative to Sonoma Square, but still has the feel of being far-​off into the country. There’s a hot tub to enjoy in addition to variously placed jars of complimentary candy. We stayed in the Mural Room — expect a fancy chandelier, décor not unlike what your grandmother had, and even a creepy doll perched in the closet. Breakfast was great and we had a nice chat with the other two couples staying. The owner and his daughter were pleasant, personable, and accommodating.
The only thing is that the doors and floors are rather creaky and, depending on which room you stay in, you may have to share a bathroom with one of the other rooms. Our room in particular had no television, which was fine by us, but could be an annoyance for others. Otherwise, this place is a total charm and I would definitely recommend it to others.

This bnb is a must! It’s quiet and charming — as everyone says — and away from the commotion of everything else (especially being that there are only 6 – 8 reservations). We were in Sonoma for a wedding and wine tasting, and I am glad we found this gem away from everyone else. The breakfast is amazing… Living in NYC, it was awesome being treated to fruits and pastries on the deck overlooking nature. Joe, the innkeeper, is so friendly and accessible for any questions. Great deal, too. i HIGHLY SUGGEST!

Easy to find (when you follow THEIR website directions), owners filled with hospitality, charm, and warmth.
My boyfriend and I spent Valentine’s weekend here together — UHMAZING!
I was still in the middle of my post foot surgery battle with 4 blood clots in my left leg and so I couldn’t walk on my own and had level 5+ pain constantly. We were going to cancel our trip altogether but decided that if the place was handicap friendly we wanted and needed this getaway! So we called them & off we went to Sonoma.
The bad news for the physically handicapped (on wheels only) is that there aren’t any wheelchair ramps. This place has been around for ages and I’m not sure if they had encountered many of my kind. They were SO accommodating though! Willing to do whatever it tkes to figure out how to get us there and make it work. I got help up and down the 3 steps into our cottage that we had reserved. Sara’s Cottage was SOOOOO perfect for us. Ofcourse I had to be difficult and choose the cottage that was the most secluded of them all. hee hee
It was just the two of us and it was divine! We got a full tour of the property. I should say — Zak — got a full tour while I waited on my scooter.
It’s a gravel parking lot and then natural dirt paths to each cottage. If you are using crutches or a wheelchair (and have a ramp you can bring) then I highly recommend this place. Because of my disability they offered to bring us our breakfast (included with our stay!!).
Beautiful pastries & fruit both mornings. I gotta admit, Im a midwestern girl. I had my hearts desire of homemade biscuits and gravy or Banana pancakes… but I was so impressed with their sweet set up for us that I quickly forgot I was disappointed. haha
See my photos to get a feel of what we experienced. It was truly a wonderful weekend.
Reading the titles of the enclectic book collection in the cottage, playing a game of chess while enjoying a bottle of wine… breakfast on the patio looking out into the meadow… listening to the doves coo. showering in an old fashioned claw tub with the windows open wide to wine country…
Oh, Sara! We just love staying in your cottage! Thank you for the hospitality!
Now that I’m back to my normal hoppity self I’m ready to return to the Chalet again so I can tromp around the property and check things out!

I picked this place for my wife and I to stay on vacation based on Unilocal reviews and I am so glad we did. John the proprietor is very friendly and the cottage we stayed in was great (Sara’s). At first we had a little adjusting to the fact that there is no television and radio but it was so relaxing we didn’t even think twice about it from that point on. The breakfast was great with a wonderful view of the hill that the chalet is adjacent to.
It was quite easy to get around Sonoma, Napa, Yountville and Healdsburg since the Chalet is only a couple of blocks away from the main drag. For bird enthusiasts, this place is wonderful as well. We would certainly stay here again…

Very hospitable, quiet, charming cottage. We stayed in Leslie’s cottage over a holiday weekend. It’s what you imagine a bed and breakfast look like. The setting is great, so close to town but hidden on this dead end road surrounded by rolling hills.
She had a couple of passes for free wine tastings in the area. That was probably the best deal. There is a hot tub on the property. Nice way to relax at the end of a long day of wine-​tasting.
Highlights for the room: gas old style fireplace, lots of windows, waking up to birds chirping.

The Sonoma Chalet is the very definition of charming. My boyfriend and I stayed at Sara’s Cottage this past weekend and it was such a lovely experience. Joe greeted us and showed us to the cottage; he was so sweet and welcoming.
The cottage itself is very cute with lots of antiques, flowers and plants. It also came equipped with a refrigerator which was great. The room had AC and that was nice considering how hot it was during our stay; we turned it off at night however since the nights are so cool in Sonoma.
Breakfast was served between 8:30 — 9:30 a.m. and is an assortment of beautiful pastries, fruit, coffee, tea and boxed cereal. When we checked in I mentioned to Joe that I have a gluten allergy so he made sure my fruit didn’t have any granola sprinkled on it and there were also some hard-​boiled eggs that I could eat. I had also brought along my own gluten-​free oatmeal that I warmed up in the microwave in the main kitchen.
Overall we had such a wonderful experience at the Sonoma Chalet. If I had a complaint it would be that the water pressure in the shower left something to be desired and I had to do a little bit of ducking to wash my hair but those are minor annoyances when considering how wonderful everything else was.
Also, make sure you follow the directions on the confirmation card or from their Web site; Google Maps sent us to a retirement community when we were driving in. :)

After searching gazillion upon gazillion bed and breakfasts in Sonoma, I’m glad I decided with this charming place to celebrate my hubbie’s b’day. This b&b definitely has its own charm and characters. They described it as «Grandma’s house» where each room is decorated with cute antiques and collectibles.
The location was very quiet, peaceful, and it was exactly the privacy we needed, which quite surprising for both of us cause it’s located right behind this urban neighborhood. However, once you drive off the main street, it’s totally a different feeling.
The b&b has 4 rooms in the main house and 3 individual cottages. I say, go with the cottage. It would make you feel you live in this little cute house. The price is very reasonable but if you don’t want to splurge, go with Laura’s Cottage. The furniture are adorable! It even has its little kitchen. They don’t work though, just purely decoration. It’s also close to the hot tub (if ya know what I mean!) but too bad it wasn’t working when we were there.
The customer service was amazing! These two old ladies who run the b&b were super nice. Breakfast in the morning was more than we expected. They served 3 different kind of granola. They also had cereals in little box. They had hard boiled eggs and they would bring fresh fruits, home made fruits salad, and pastries (they were okay)
I totally recommend this place for a romantic get-​away! One thing though, DO NOT follow instructions from mapquest as we were lost for quite a while! Take driving directions from the website and you will be fine.