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  CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO OUR BLOG CAST We know, we know - Pumpkin Spice everything is popular right now, and rightly so! But we want to fall back (catch our pun?) on an autumn season classic that will be perfect for yourself or any small gathering you have between now and the end of the holiday season. The basics to every great spiced apple cider begins with legit - you guessed it, apple cider! Now, you think it’s that simple, it’s apple cider - therefore it’...

  CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO OUR BLOG CAST   Harvest season in Napa Valley, usually between the months of August through October, has always been peak tourist season. The valley is filled with the unique smell of fermenting grapes on thousands of acres of vineyards, the breezes have begun to kick up the shift from summer to fall as a kiss of multi-colored beauty stretches across the valley floor, and above all, endless activities and events launch us into a ch...

  CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO OUR BLOG CAST   Perhaps one of the bigger questions we ask ourselves as our local areas slowly reopen is, “are we really safe to travel?”. It is a fair question, and one that will have different answers. Your health, where you live, and where you want to go all play a factor in determining if you are ready and able to take that much needed getaway. It is no longer a simple decision. Here we have a brief interview with recent Inn on Randolph gues...

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO OUR BLOG CAST Travel is going to look just a tad different in a post-COVID-19 world, and that calls for a bit of creativity. We won’t have the same sort of contact with each other, our interactions with entertainment venues will be limited, and the typical hotel experience will feel different. But that doesn’t mean we cannot adapt and still reap the benefits of a well-planned vacation, and a great vacation begins with options. Lucky for yo...

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO OUR BLOG CAST Hello, everyone! We at the Inn on Randolph are happy to announce the revival of our blog! Now we bet you’re thinking, ‘your crisis is that you have re-started a blog?’ That’s funny, but no, that isn’t it. Though we would love to revive our blog with gusto on how much we love what we do, and the area we are in, we simply cannot ignore the current state of existence - which is forming a response to a crisis; more specifically, th...

Host your Next Event at the Inn Napa Valley is a place that is known for its excellence. From the wine to the food to the landscape to the hospitality, Napa offers the best experience to its visitor. We, as the Inn on Randolph, are so excited and proud to be a part of that experience, and we hope that from the minute a guest walks through our doors the taste of excellence is welcomed and received. Most of the guests that we host here at the Inn are here to relax and unwind, and we are happy to ...

Located in historical downtown Napa, but feeling more like a country retreat, the property's meandering paths, fragrant blooms and tranquil water features provide a stunning backdrop for your wedding day.  Whether you are looking for an intimate elopement between just the two of you, or you are looking to invite family and friends, we have the perfect place for your special day. We have had the honor of being a part of beautiful ceremonies here on property, and we would love to be a p...

The gorgeous Mediterranean climate of the Napa Valley provides us with perfect weather to grow a lot of our produce. Each season, our lemon tree can be depended upon to produce the most delicious Meyer lemons. We often use the juice of the lemons in our famous lemon ricotta pancakes, (recipe found in our cookbook!), but we decided to give lemon bars a shot this time around. There’s nothing quite like having a fresh and colorful lemon bar on a rainy day (or any other day)! Be sure to share...

Day 1: Whether you are taking a road trip to Napa, or catching a flight to a nearby airport, the Inn is the perfect place to end after a long day of travelling. Once you arrive at the Inn, our gracious Innkeeping staff will give you a brief tour of our property and get you well acclimated to the cottage or room that you chose. You can stay and relax in your room or on our property, or you can venture the few blocks to Downtown Napa to begin your wine and culinary adventure.  If you decide...

We are honored to be partnering with a local yoga instructor to provide our guests with a one-of-a-kind experience during their stay. Whether you are looking for beginner yoga or advanced yoga poses, private yoga is curated to specifically fit your needs.  Private sessions can be held in our Cabernet Room or Private Gardens, weather permitting. Carolena will plan an experience that will leave your mind, body, and soul refreshed and rejuvenated. Classes can be booked directly with Car...

Napa Valley is a diverse microclimate of rivers, mountains, and vineyards that will leave you speechless. Who says there has to be just one way of taking in everything that Napa has to offer? Below you will find a list of our favorite ways to see Napa, which include balloons, bikes, and much more! Vehicle Visiting the wineries by car is by far the most traditional way of getting around, and hiring someone to do the driving is always the safest and most enjoyable option. We partner w...

Skyline Park Skyline Park. Located only a few miles from the Inn on Randolph, Skyline Park is the most diverse of the south Napa trails. More than 850 acres and 25 miles of terrain provide guests a bit of everything from hiking, biking to horseback riding. And a variety of trails means anyone, from novice hikers to advanced trekkers, can find their perfect path. Trails meander through the shade of trees and open onto vistas of the valley. One of our favorites is The Ridge Trail. With fabulous v...

Gluten Free- A term that has become synonymous with fad diets, unnecessary packaging, and misunderstanding of the severe health issues that surround gluten sensitivity and celiac disease. Regardless of how you feel about the term, having a Gluten Free diet is a very important part of many people’s lives. At the Inn on Randolph, we make sure that our Inn is 100% gluten free for many reasons-YOU being the most important. We want every person to experience the wonderful hospitality of the Na...

The Inn on Randolph is located in the heart of Downtown Napa. Situated in a residential area, the Inn is just walking distance from Main Street, which has some wonderful choices for food and wine. With so many choices when it comes to tasting rooms, we have tried to help narrow it down to some of our favorites. Below we have listed our top 10 Tasting Room experiences in Downtown Napa. What makes a tasting room so special, as opposed to a winery, is the fact that the wine is often not available ...

The Napa Valley spans thirty miles from North to South, and is five miles across at it’s widest point. There are over 100 different soil variations, and those represent over half of the world’s soil orders. We may be a small region, but we sure are mighty when it comes to variety, topography, and geographical location. There is a reason why such wonderful wine is made within such a small area.  Although most of the popular wineries are a bit of a drive from the Inn, y...

Palmaz Vineyards and Italics Grapegrowers The Napa Valley spans thirty miles from North to South, and is five miles across at it’s widest point. There are over 100 different soil variations, and those represent over half of the world’s soil orders. We may be a small region, but we sure are mighty when it comes to variety, topography, and geographical location. There is a reason why such wonderful wine is made within such a small area.  Although most of the popular wi...

With some of the best and most expressive land, Hess Collection stands on the top of Mount Veeder. You enter the property alongside a fishpond that is surrounded by their garden space. The tasting room is in the original distillery, and you are surrounded by the same limestone that the mountain is made from. You taste through your choice of wine flight that represents the diversity and uniqueness of the Hess Collection. You can take a tour of the art collection curated by Donald Hess. The art th...

Who doesn't want to come home to freshly baked chocolate chip cookies? Our guests get just that when they return to the Inn with our homemade and delicious cookies awaiting them in dining room. Someone recently asked us how many cookies we bake each week. Well, the answer to that varies, but the moral is the same: our cookies are a popular item around here! Our chef worked hard to create the perfect cookie that is both gluten free and fantastic. A lovely guest brought it to our attention t...