Napa Valley’s Vineyard Refuge: Calistoga Ranch, California

Luxuriate in blissful peace at Auberge du Soleil's sister property, Calistoga Ranch in Upper Napa Valley. Tucked into a private canyon just outside the historic town of Calistoga, the luxury resort is an oasis of ancient oak groves and rolling vineyards. In such a majestic natural setting, it's only appropriate that the resort offers guests the ultimate experience of indoor and outdoor spaces. (Even the fitness facility is open-air, taking full advantage of the setting, so you can work out while gazing out over the vineyards.) For a taste of the good life, plan a summertime escape to the 46-cottage Calistoga Ranch. Settle into a lounge chair near your very own indoor-outdoor fireplace. (The free-standing guest lodges are outfitted with natural cedar interiors-- with entertainment centers, high speed Internet, and all the latest technology.) Dine at the private restaurant which celebrates the rich culture of Napa Valley wines and cuisine. Indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment at The Bathhouse, where you can also "take the waters" in the natural thermal baths which have enticed visitors for over a century.