Took my second group of business owners here for a one night out retreat.
Last visit was in November 2004.
The rooms are excellent. I have traveled a lot and the one I stayed in was one of the very best. Everyone in the group felt the same.
However, the lights shine in and all around your villa all night, so be aware that if you wake up in the middle of the night, it will look like noon outside. Close your bathroom door and bring some clothes pins for the other curtains.
The staff is nice, but not energetic. They don't volunteer much. I opened the door for one staff member and she walked by me like the queen of England. She couldn't wait to tell her coworkers how nice it was outside, she ignored me completely. (This was in the gift shop).
The conference center is new and very nice.
The restaurant closes for breakfast at 10am and doesn't reopen for lunch until 12 noon. Word to the wise--there are not any restaurants to choose from out in the boonies. The closest one is probably 15 minutes away at 55mph.
Had dinner in the tasting room (private event). The food and service were outstanding.
Had lunch outside on the second day of the retreat, ordering off of the menu. It was very reasonable and the food was excellent. Service was the same...superb!
The wine from this winery is not very good. It will be in about 20 years, but it is harsh and underdeveloped. So, be prepared to order something from Napa if you drink.
I will stay here again. The pool and spa should be open in less than a year.
