We encourage our guests to take full advantage of the delights that surround us on the Russian River and in the rest of Sonoma County (with the occasional reminder that Sonoma County is slightly larger than the State of Rhode Island). We firmly believe that an ounce of preparation is worth a pound of regret that you missed something you might have enjoyed because you didn't know about it in advance. 

With that in mind, we're including first some links to pages that we believe have a something special to offer followed by a year round calendar of events that our guests have told us they consider special or especially fun.

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A simple Sonoma County informational site about the area

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The following local sites are good general information source worth checking into:

 

 

The Russian River is the West Coast’s favorite LGBT playground. This string of offbeat river villages attracts thousands of LGBT visitors every year for a wide range of activities and fun.

Click above to visit the site.

 

• Frank Howard Allen Russian River: An important community asset and valuable site for those contemplating a move to the Russian River
• Sebastopol Chamber of Commerce: An informative and interesting site from the nearest incorporated city.

Some local restaurants that may interest you:

Applewood Inn and Restaurant: A 4 star restaurant 2 blocks away from Creekside

Bistro des Copains: Another very good restaurant a half hour drive from Creekside

River's End Restaurant: Many of our guests enjoy this spot for the view as well as the food 12 miles from Creekside

Stumptown Brewery: Beer, Barbeque and Grill and entertainment too 3 miles from Creekside

Village Inn Restaurant: Just 4 miles west and on the river, a little touch of history

 

Some of the local attractions that might enhance your stay:

• California Carnivores: A remarkable nursery up the road.

 

• BODYTOUCH THERAPY:: Our most popular source for in-room massage. Every guest is delighted.

 

• Osmosis Enzyme Baths: A hugely popular but supremely serene alternative to mud baths.

For more specific information on outdoor activities, we recommend:

• Armstrong Woods Pack Station: Pack trips into the rugged old growth redwoods a couple of miles from the inn.

 

• Burke's Canoe Trips: Fun and exciting canoe trips through the Redwoods on the Russian River.

 

• California Rivers: Kayaking on the Russian River and Bodega Bay.

 

• Northwood Golf Course: A nine hole 36 par Alister Mackenzie designed course. Mr. Mackenzie is famous for Augusta National and Cypress Point.

 

• Rooster Run Golf Club: A good choice for a winter game.

 

• Windsor Golf Club: Enjoy Windsor's par 72 championship course.

 

Some more helpful information sources:

• Clip and Go Maps : Some interesting local route information for hikers or cyclists from the Press Democrat site.

 

 

• Paul's Weather Page: A genuinely interesting and valuable resource for the Bay Area in general and the Russian River in particular.

• Wine Country Bikes: A great source for rental bikes for those without their own. They also offer bicycle tours.

Sonoma County Bluegrass Festival, Sebastopol
for more information click here

Sonoma County Folk Festival, Santa Rosa (707.838.4857).
Graton Garden Club Semi-Annual Flower Show (707.823.3032).
Russian River Spring Fling, Guerneville (707.869.9000).
Whale Watching