We invite you to experience the romantic charm and "warm and enthusiastic hospitality" of our 1872 Victorian bed and breakfast inn. In this perfect location... right in the center of the finest wineries of Napa Valley ... You can walk to fine and casual dining, historic Beringer Vineyards... and unique shopping in beautiful and quaint downtown St. Helena.

Our goal is to offer you the finest combination of luxury, hospitality and history garnished with our famous mouth-watering full gourmet champagne breakfasts and the premium wines and cheeses that we serve each evening. Crystal decanters of Port are in each guestroom for a nightcap if you should want one.

Tasting wines and touring some of the oldest and most prestigious wineries is just the beginning... dining... ballooning... bicycling... massage for two? We are happy to be your own personal concierge.
Ambrose Bierce defined comfort as "a state of mind produced by the contemplation of a neighbor's uneasiness." Yet the curmudgeon philosopher managed to live in comfortable serenity despite the equally pleasurable lifestyles of his fellow wine country residents. Guests at his St. Helena home will experience these same comforts today.

Each evening enjoy the company of others while we serve premium wines and cheeses... review our complete collection of restaurant menus or just watch the world go by... cuddle up next to our giant Redwood tree on our covered balcony... or with classical music as your background enjoy the parlor...
Awaken to the aroma of the inn's own blend of coffee... that is just a start as breakfast is an event every day. For you we serve a full gourmet champagne breakfast complete with Eggs Benedict, Belgian Waffles, or stuffed French toast; fresh fruits; our home-baked breads and croissants; a selection of premium teas, coffee, fresh juice and champagne of course!

Guest Rooms

Welcome to Ambrose Bierce House, we would love to have you as our guests!
We have JUST completed a ceiling to floor remodel of the entire inn; all in soft yellows and rose. Dreamy lace invites the sunshine quietly into each romantic guestroom. Each is stunningly charming and has its own distinct personality with all of your comforts in mind; fine linens, luxurious private bathrooms, satellite television, and carefully selected antiques. After dining find quality port in a crystal decanter in your room or step downstairs to our hot tub in a secluded private courtyard area. Reflect on the day and enjoy each other or use therapy jets to soften tight muscles…before a fabulous wine country slumber.

Amenities

• Air conditioning
• Satellite TV
• Private Bathrooms
• Jacuzzi Tubs
• Fireplaces
• 2 Suites
• Balcony/Deck
• Parlor

Directions

Scenic Route: 1 hour, 30 minutes

• Take 101 over the Golden Gate Bridge to Novato.
• Take 37 to 121 to 29.
• St. Helena is 18 miles North from the junction of 121 and 29.

Faster Route: 1 hour 15 minutes

• Take the Bay Bridge 80 East.
• Exit 37 to 29.
• At town of Napa follow signs for Calistoga and Highway 29.

Traffic

• Both routes are subject to heavy commute traffic.
• Tune in to AM 740 KCBS for traffic reports.