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10 best winery hotels in the United States
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What's better than a quick day trip into wine country for a tasting or two? A full-fledged wine country getaway! These 10 hotels from across the country, nominated by a panel of wine industry experts and voted as the best by our readers, provide a perfect place to relax over a glass of wine after a day of wine touring and tasting.
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No. 10: SummerWood Inn - Paso Robles, California
The SummerWood Inn sits amid the rolling hills and vineyards of Paso Robles. Guests enjoy amenities like a welcome bottle of SummerWood wine, seasonal appetizers with wine each evening, late evening dessert and coffee, turndown service with house-made caramels, and made-to-order breakfast. Each room has a fireplace and private balcony or patio.
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No. 9: South Coast Winery Resort and Spa - Temecula, California
Enjoy this resort’s luxurious villa and suite accommodations, with amenities including complimentary Wi-Fi, soothing hot tubs, incredible views of the vineyards, fireplaces, granite bathrooms, upgraded bath amenities and much more. Dine at the Vineyard Rose Restaurant, enjoy a massage or facial at the Grapeseed Spa or relax by the pool. The Happy Hound program provides a warm welcome to your canine friends as well.
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No. 8: The Farmhouse at Veritas - Afton, Virginia
The Farmhouse at Veritas is a bed and breakfast in the heart of the Monticello American Viticultural Area. Guests staying in one of the six rooms enjoy a daily breakfast made to order with a glass of Veritas sparkling wine, an evening wine hour with small hors d’oeuvres and a complimentary bottle of wine in each room.
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No. 7: Atticus Hotel - McMinnville, Oregon
Situated in downtown McMinnville in the heart of Oregon’s wine country, Atticus Hotel welcomes guests with inviting amenities like fireplaces in each room, locally sourced teas and coffees, king-size beds and lots of local art on the walls. From this base, guests have more than 200 area wineries and tasting rooms to explore.
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No. 6: Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa - Johnson City, Texas
Guests at the Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa in Texas Hill Country stay in villas just steps from the vineyard. Amenities include electric fireplaces, individual patios and two 55-inch flat-screen TVs, as well as easy access to the Old 290 Restaurant & Brewery and Carter Creek tasting room.
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No. 5: Hotel Cheval - Paso Robles, California
Hotel Cheval, a luxury boutique hotel in Paso Robles, comprises 16 rooms just off the historic town square. Guests enjoy special touches, like a s’mores butler, library candy bar and gourmet breakfast.
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No. 4: Hotel Walloon - Walloon Lake, Michigan
This boutique hotel in Northern Michigan features just 32 guest rooms in a lakeside setting that’ll make you feel like you’re stepping back into the early 20th century. Nearby Walloon Lake Winery is one of many options in the Petoskey Wine Region.
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No. 3: Allegretto Vineyard Resort - Paso Robles, California
Allegretto Vineyard's 171 European-inspired rooms and suites reflect the natural beauty of the grounds and offer comfortable accommodations and modern conveniences. Many rooms have a terrazza with incredible views of the vineyard, pool and piazza. Some rooms also include fireplaces, patios and balconies. Accommodations are pet-friendly, and the resort also has a fitness center and on-site restaurant.
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No. 2: Inn at Black Star Farms - Suttons Bay, Michigan
The Inn at Black Star Farms puts guests in the heart of the Traverse Wine Coast, with easy access to wineries and tasting rooms on the Old Mission and Leelanau Wine Trails. Each stay includes a daily breakfast, nightly hospitality hour with wine and small bites, a bottle of house wine and an exclusive barrel room tasting.
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No. 1: Château Chantal - Traverse City, Michigan
Chateau Chantal, located just north of Traverse City, Michigan, combines a vineyard and winery with luxurious B&B lodging. All suites and rooms have exceptional views of vineyards or Grand Traverse Bay, many with private patios or balconies, and several that offer wet bars and whirlpool tubs. The inn’s amenities include fireplaces and sitting areas, plus an exceptional breakfast.
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