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This Sonoma County Resort Will Debut $15-Plus Million Transformation in 2025

by Katie Skrzek

Dec 30, 2024

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Vintners Resort in Sonoma County, California, will debut its phased, $15-plus million transformation in 2025. Set on a 92-acre working vineyard, the resort’s renovation includes newly redesigned accommodations, lobby upgrades, and refreshed meeting and event space, as well as a new name.

 

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“We are transforming Vintners Resort with a very specific vision of wine country elegance that will allow our guests to instantly unwind and savor the tastefully redesigned interiors which seamlessly integrate with the breathtaking picturesque vineyard setting,” said Brian Sommer, general manager, Vintners Resort. “Our guests will embark on personalized and curated Wine Country experiences and then return to luxury accommodations, chef inspired culinary delights and bespoke beverage amenities.”

 

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The first phase of the transformation debut will feature the expansion of its resort pool with cabanas, day beds, a hot tub, fire pit and full-service pool bar. In spring 2025, the refreshed lobby will debut with a living tree under the lobby skylight, a morning coffee bar and evening wine lounge. New meeting and event space will bring the property total to 12,000 square feet, with indoor and outdoor space, as well as a full-property buyout option. New executive chef Sergio Howland will offer a completely new farm-to-table menu and chef experiences reflecting the local terroir.

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