St. Helena Road Vineyards - Wine Country Vacation Rental

"What a week!!!! It was one of the most fun vacations we've ever had! The house was such a treat to arrive at, I nearly cried - Steve and I felt so pampered by the love you put into it. This home is a true, secluded gem!"
Teresa Callinan
Riverside, CA

"What a great surprise! Booking off the internet can be "iffy". This surpassed our expectations... the grounds, seclusion and comfort of the house, made this a true retreat. In four nights, I feel like we have been gone two weeks".
Mary Lee Shipp
Webster Groves-Missouri

"We enjoyed the serenity here. What a great place to relax! All six of us enjoyed the house in so many ways - just hanging out with our dearest friends. Had a fabulous dinner at "The French Laundry" however enjoyed the other nights here, cooking and eating dinner, as great memories were created."
Cindy&Joel Beach
Rose Valley, PA

"Incredible home! Next time we'll be sure to stay longer than 48 hours!"
Darlene & Dr. Paul Fleser
Dearborn, MI

"My husband always finds great getaways and interesting vacation spots. But this time he really out did himself. What a great surprise! I can't remember a more enjoyable retreat! As people from Chicago, we found this to be an inviting, cozy, and restful stay. We will definitely be back!"
Mary & Rich Zabelski
Chicago, Ilinois

"Patty and Richard Maier, what a beautiful and perfect place to spend our time in the wine country. The Big House made us feel pampered and relaxed "up in the clouds." We can't wait to come back to the deer and llamas. The attention to detail & wonderful art were truly above and beyond our expectations. We can all honestly say that we can't think of a single thing that could have made it more perfect - you've thought of everything. Can't wait for our next trip!"
Christy & Gary Spring
Aurora, Illinois

"A slice of heaven on the mountain! I could not have imagined a better place for the end of our honeymoon! Way beyond our expectations - way, way, way beyond! It has been promised to me by my new husband that "we will come back here every year as long as the Maier's allow." Thank you so much for sharing such a spectacular retreat with so many - words cannot describe the peace and serenity your home gave to us during our first week of marriage. Our only regret is that we missed the grand tour. I promise you Richard, when we come back next fall, we will spend a day with you! See you next year! Bless you!"
Lori & Barry Fitts
Castlerock, Colorado

"You were true to your word on the web site. Paying attention to detail...every luxury and accommodation you can imagine. You made our stay "perfect"! Thank you for giving us a memorable stay. Good luck on the production of your wine!"
Rosemary & George Borowski
Jacksonville, Florida

"What a healing place. We came exhausted and are leaving refreshed. Everything we desired and wanted was here. It is hard to describe, not one thing was missing. It was the most perfect place for me and my new bride. Thanks forever."
Dawn and Phil Lamb
San Clemente, California

"Thank you so much for providing the ultimate wine country experience. It is amazing how much of yourselves you've put into the house - the vineyards - and the wine. The best part is that we cancelled dinner reservations - cutting our touring short so we could maximize our time around the house - enjoying the serene environment."
Michelle and Jeff Reynolds
Tustin, California

"What can we say? This is one of those lifetime memories making moments. We truly did not know what to expect and we were more than amazed at what a beautiful setting you have here at the "Big House". Thank you for the excellent and educating tour of your vineyards. We know it will be a huge success and look forward to appreciating the fruits of your labor. Steve and Lynn, Judy and I, both are using this getaway as our 20th Wedding Anniversary celebrations. As a bonus, Steve celebrated a birthday while we were here. We absolutely could not think of a more peaceful and beautiful setting for these celebrations. We truly hope we can return to this beautiful setting."
McCalib & Zimmerman Families
Coon Rapids, Minnesota

"Heavenly! Six days of peace, elegance, superb views and the wonderful 'Big House'. We so enjoyed all the thoughtful extras we discovered during our visit. "Watching the grapes grow" was so relaxing. Thank you for the wonderful tour. Richard is an expert tour director as well as a dedicated vintner. We wish you great success with your first bottle. We await news of the first year's wine! Thank you for your hospitality and gracious welcome!"
Nicky & Bruce Brown
Wilton, Connecticut

"We feel like our stay here has given us the opportunity to experience the 'real Sonoma"; great views, wildlife, vineyards, sunny days and many bottles of wine! We loved our tour and are in awe of what you've accomplished and plan to accomplish. Your vision contributed to one of our best vacations ever!"
Alison & Jim Clabber
Wilton, Connecticut

"As we are sitting here enjoying our last breakfast, (for this trip) our caffeine fix and the piano playing a Gershwin song, we reflect on the wonderful stay we had. Your house is a neat place that will always bring back fond memories. Barbara and I do appreciate all the time you gave us as well as the tips on the wineries to visit, restaurants to dine and Oliver's Market. You have a super house, a beautiful vineyard to gaze upon and a really splendid wine with a fine finish. If you ever get to Virginia, please come by and visit us. Thank you for your gracious hospitality, and, most of all, the memories."
Barbara & Austin Roberts
White Stone, Virginia

"We loved our time at the "big house". It was everything we expected - and much more. Beauty, comfort, tranquility - it'd hard to target one high point. Your wonderful hospitality, the tour through the vineyard, the WINE! Our Wolf coffee on the patio listening to red wing blackbirds harmonize with baritone frogs, the dogs, Teri and Abby - all make it difficult to leave - but we'll be back. Thanks for ensuring we had a wonderful vacation."
Marilee & Bob Bobrowski
Marblehead, MA

"We loved our time spent in the house and in the vineyard. The tour by Richard will always be one of my favorite birthday memories. We already know that this is only the first of many trips here. Our trip went like this; arrive in San Francisco, great food and wine; on to Yosemite, great hiking and scenic views; then on to the Grand Finale (unknown at the time); wine country and staying at St. Helena Road Vineyards, what a great place. Patty and Richard have obviously worked extremely hard and it shows."
Leah & Stuart May
Prescott, Arizona

"Well, first of all, we are the proud owners of the first case of 2003 'Roy J Maier' Cabernet Sauvignon!!! We have seen your vision grow during our visits in 2002, 2003, and 2004, and we are very happy for you and your family. We feel very much at home at our vacation get-away, and much goes to your hospitality. We not only look forward to spending some R&R time here, we also look forward to seeing you, your family, and all the cat, llamas, dogs, and wildlife here at St. Helena Road Vineyards. We'll see you for year #5!"
Liz, Molly & Larry Hersh
Huntington Beach, California

"There are times in our lives we just have to say stop - too many clients - too many everyday hassles - we just have to get away. And if you are lucky, you find a place that warms you - a place that makes everything disappear - just for a little while, but that's enough. Michael and I found that here and we thank you for giving us a home for the time we shared together. If there is a piece of heaven on earth, this is it. We will go back to our offices and all we need do is close our eyes and we will be, once again, back on 'our mountain'... Drinking coffee in the early morning, soaking in the quiet and sharing a place that is the memory of a most special time, thank you Patty and Richard for giving such a gift."
Cindy Yohe and Michael Lindsay
Beaumont, Texas

"We couldn't have picked a better place to spend our 10th Anniversary than the 'Big House'. The house is breathtaking & every detail has been tended to. After spending a week in wine country, we realize that this is the only place we could ever stay - so of course all future trips to this part of the country will be spent here! We loved the vineyard tour on the 'Gator'. After listening to Richard's enthusiastic talk about winemaking & running a vineyard, we have a new found appreciation for wine. Tom was thrilled to be able to watch the first night of harvest! Your 2003 Cab is the BEST!!!!! After visiting over 30 wineries and vineyards this week, and tasting many Cabs, NONE compare or can even stand up to the wine you have produced. We are very excited to own a case, and look forward to future vintages! Your hospitality, friendliness, and enthusiasm for vino, have made our first trip to wine country UNFORGETABLE!! Thank You!"
Michele & Tom Scarpa
Monroe Township, New Jersey

"You have together created a perfect sanctuary for us folks that lead crazy, busy lives. The beauty of the property, the glory of the golden vineyards and the coziness of the house have all helped to make this a vacation we will not forget. We had the opportunity to relax and enjoy each others company, laugh, eat and, oh yes, drink much wonderful wine. Your wine was delightful and we look forward to sharing it when we return home and remembering the wonderful time. Your Grandfather would be so proud of what you have created. Look forward to visiting again."
Betsy&Rick /Brenda&Steve
Libertyville, Illinois

"This has been the most wonderful place to stay - better than we ever imagined! The location is stunning, the house is spacious and well equipped and your welcome and hospitality (and vineyard tour) has given us a great holiday. Many, many thanks, from the English Gang."
Rosie,Clive, Mellodie, Phil
The English Gang

"Patty and Richard,
Wow! We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. We are so sad to leave, but will be back! We read through the Guest Comment books and for everyone there is so much happiness here - and we have found it too. What a wonderful place - in just a few days it already feels like home. We enjoyed having coffee and breakfast outside, watching ducks land on the pond, seeing deer graze, wine and cheese in the afternoon overlooking the mountains. We had a wonderful time on our tour with Richard and learned so much. Thanks for answering all of our questions! We loved the wine and enjoyed it on a night we chose to hang out here at the house and cook. In such a rustic setting you have provided every modern convenience! We have decided that this is our best vacation ever! Best wishes with the wine - in such a short time you have accomplished so very much - we can't imagine what is yet to come. We will be watching!"
Rhonda/Kevin Kannady
Pearland, Texas