Planning for your arrival: La Belle Époque has gained an exemplary reputation for custom designed visits to the Napa Valley. We truly understand what a "great vacation" is. Over the past 25 years, we have stayed at dozens of bed and breakfast inns world-over. Our love for this intimate type of inn - and personal service - inspires us to take the best of all that we had experienced and weave this magic into each guest's experience of the Napa Valley. We guide you as to the best activities, wineries, dining and shopping ... based on your desires and preferences. When calling to book your stay, please ask for our assistance in making all of your arrangements and reservations. It is our pleasure to ensure an extraordinary Napa Valley Experience for you and your loved ones. Derek & Roxann

Guest Recommendations

California Wine Tours: Nothing quite compares to a custom limousine tour of the beautiful Napa Valley. California Wine Tours' Limousines will pick you up at La Belle Epoque and guide you to some of California's finest wineries. Here are two recommendations:

*Beau Wine Tours and Limousine Service
Enjoy a custom limousine wine tour of the Northern California Wine Country
(707) 257-0887; beaulimousine.com

*Platypus Tours
Visit some of the most beautiful wineries and tastiest wines in Napa Valley. (707) 253-2723; platypustours.com

Vintners Collective is the first of it's kind in Napa Valley, a multi-winery tasting room that is home to twenty of the most experienced and talented winemakers in the Valley.

Napa River Adventures Guided Cruises: Napa River Adventures guided river cruises are aboard our luxurious, electric-motor launches, which comfortably seat up to 11 passengers. Seating is limousine-style and the wrap-around windows provide panoramic views from every seat. Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic, beverages and snacks to enjoy during their Napa river cruise.

Chardonnay Golf Club: Ranked as one of the "Top 10" private courses in Northern California. Former host site of the Northern California Open Championship, the 1993 2nd Stage PGA Tour Qualifying Tournament, the 1995, 1998 and 2001 U.S. Open Championship local qualifying, the Northern California PGA Pro/Assistants Championship and numerous California State Tour events.

Napa Valley Balloon Rides: See the Napa Valley from an unforgettably spectacular prospective. Let the breeze usher you along the corridors of grape vines and between the mountains of one of the most magnificent valleys on earth. Your adventure begins at the crack of dawn when the winds are gentle and the light from the rising sun makes the valley shine like a jewel. (Ask about special pricing exclusive to La Belle Epoque guests.)

Enjoying yourself is easy in the Napa Valley!

Within walking distance is the famous Napa Valley Wine Train and Copia: The American Museum for Wine, Food and The Arts - located on the Napa River. Also within walking distance are many fine cafes, shops, restaurants, art galleries, and other points of interest.

Many cultural activities take place in the Napa Valley throughout the year such as concerts by the Napa Valley Symphony, Robert Mondavi Musical Festival, world-renowned chamber music, dances and operatic performances at Jarvis Conservatory and other local festivals.Of special note is the Napa Valley Opera House. Enjoy a performance or concert at the newly renovated and stunning opera house located downtown Napa. Click here for a compehensive calendar of events.