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Brannan Cottage Inn

This charming National Register of Historic Places B&B was built in 1860 by Samuel Brannan, Calistoga's founder. It features unique architecture, a wraparound porch, ornamental gardens and lawns, three "standard" and one "deluxe"... more

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"Wonderful on Wapoo Avenue"

11/13/2009

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Stayed On: 10/2009

It felt like home. The owners were so gracious. The breakfasts were delicious.

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"Romantic Honeymoon Getaway"

10/27/2009

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Stayed On: 10/2009

My wife enjoyed our honeymoon the Brennan Cottage Inn. Doug and Judy took great care of us while Pinot Grigio was a blast to have around and play some catch with. Great breakfast in the mornings and close to restaurants, the market and downtown are... read more

"Wonderful place to stay. "

10/15/2009

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Stayed On: 10/2009

Owners nice and very helpful with things to do.

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"Wonderful place to stay"

10/6/2009

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Stayed On: 10/2009

The owner is very friendly and gave us great information on local events. Great time!!

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"Better than"

9/29/2009

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Stayed On: 8/2009

Great home. Great owners.

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"A Guest at Doug's Home"

9/18/2009

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Stayed On: 8/2009

My husband and I happily ended our honeymoon at the Brannan Cottage Inn in downtown Calistoga. The location is close enough to be in town but far enough to enjoy quiet. Doug offered advice the most appealing tasting rooms and vineyards. His... read more

"A very Special Place"

9/1/2009

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Stayed On: 8/2009

I recently stayed at the Brannan Cottage Inn while traveling for work. It was such a place of respite in an otherwise busy pace. The staff were friendly and kind and the added privilege of the company of their sweet dog made being away from home so... read more

"A pleasant return after nearly 20 years."

8/26/2009

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Stayed On: 8/2009

Although it has been 19 years since last visiting Brannan Cottage, and the owners are different, it was still a wonderful experience this time too!

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"Can't beat this anywhere"

8/24/2009

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Stayed On: 8/2009

Extremely comfortably appointed room and we\'ve travelled all over the world and the hospitality here is unrivaled even in Italy. Delicious strada and fruit for breakfast in a charming setting that encourages conversation with fellow travellers. If... read more

"A dog-friendly charmer"

8/24/2009

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Stayed On: 8/2009

We had a really nice stay here -- one night so we packed it in. We had in-room massages and stayed in a suite. Nice history, casual elegance. Dogs are welcome!

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"Napa Valley wine tour vacation"

8/20/2009

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Stayed On: 8/2009

Perfect setting for travels around the Napa Valley. The Inn was quiet and delightful. Very clean and breakfasts were well thought out and tasty. Owners: friendly and helpful with details on vineyards, dining, attractions, directions. Well... read more

"very friendly and helpful owners"

8/10/2009

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Stayed On: 7/2009

The inn was charming. the staff went out of their way to accommodate us. We will definitely be back! read more

"Lovely place to stay"

8/9/2009

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Stayed On: 8/2009

Doug was a most gracious host, always willing to make recommendations and offering coupons for local wineries and restaurants. We also thoroughly enjoyed Pinot, the inn dog, and wish he had been around more :) The grounds of the inn are lovely and... read more

"Napa Visit"

6/30/2009

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Stayed On: 6/2009

We truly enjoyed our stay. Doug was great, very thoughtful. Incredibly creative breakfast selections. Great place to stay and nice atmosphere. We felt very welcome there.

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"a second string place"

6/18/2009

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Stayed On: 6/2009

the breakfasts are not currently cooked on site, which were relatively simple. Even at motel6 you can usually make your own fresh waffles these days. The rooms are very open - glass doors and big windows which can create privacy issues since this... read more

Innkeeper Response

I'm sorry that this guest did not appreciate Brannan Cottage Inn. We'll do our best to learn from his/her comments and become a better Inn. But first, a few specific responses: 1. All meals are prepared at the Inn, in our kitchen at the rear of the property. We set up the buffet at about 7:30 am each day and serve a hot entree each day from 8 to 9:30 am. We bring the hot meals directly from the kitchen to the guest, per his/her order. 2. We recently have invested a couple thousand dollars in new window coverings/treatments in response to concerns about privacy. Other guests have claimed they love the large windows and glass doors because they offer views of our patio, gardens, and lawn. 3. For the Napa Valley, we consider our rates to be "moderate"; of course, that's relative. We only wish this guest had brought these concerns to our attention during their stay so we could have clarified the facts and made an effort to respond/improve their visit to Brannan Cottage Inn.

- Doug Cook (innkeeper/owner)

"Enjoyed Brannan Cottage"

5/22/2009

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Stayed On: 5/2009

The Inn is quiet & conveniently located. The room was somewhat small, but very comfortable, clean, and quiet. The gardens are beautiful. Doug & Judy made us feel welcome and provided alot of information about local restaurants, various... read more

"lovely historic landmark"

3/19/2009

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Stayed On: 3/2009

The innkeepers make you feel very welcome and comfortable. They have updated information and coupons for local sites. Very clean, very cozy. read more

"Very homey"

3/11/2009

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Stayed On: 2/2009

Service was great. Doug and Judy were very accommodating and had great recommendations and coupons for wineries and restaurants. Breakfast was great, and the room was very comfy. read more

"hostory with down home hospitality"

2/17/2009

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Stayed On: 2/2009

We stayed here over President's Day long weekend. Doug was the ever gracious host who gave us plenty of wet weather options. The breakfast served was delicious! The lodge's location is supurb and within walking distance to downtoan Calistoga

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"place to return over and over"

1/14/2009

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Stayed On: 12/2008

A breath of fresh air, warming service and breakfast to die for. A great place to stay for a weekend or extended stays. Great in the winter time-curling up by the fire with a glass of wine. A place to remember and return! read more

"great getaway"

1/14/2009

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Stayed On: 1/2009

Very nice, appointed suite, cheerful, cozy, nice big bathroom and private. Management/owners are kind and helpful. Yummy breakfast with blueberry pancakes. read more

"No problems"

1/7/2009

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Stayed On: 12/2008

Hosts are very concerned about your stay and want to make sure you are happy. They have a wealth of knowledge about the area and are happy to share if asked, otherwise they don't bother you and respect your privacy. Bed a little squeaky and no... read more

"The Best at Brannan "

11/4/2008

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Stayed On: 10/2008

Home away from Home! I can't wait to go back! read more

"Great first time experience"

10/30/2008

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Stayed On: 10/2008

Having never stayed at a B&B before we were a little unsure of what to expect but it far exceeded our expectations. Doug and Judy were phenomenal hosts, the town was great, the room was perfect and all of the people staying there were very... read more

"Brannan"

10/29/2008

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Stayed On: 10/2008

excellent food, very friendly, beautiful rooms. read more

"we'll be back again"

10/27/2008

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Stayed On: 10/2008

Innkeepers very friendly and helpful with suggestions of places to eat and things to do. Very accommodating. Rooms clean and comfortable. Breakfast very delicious. Overall and excellent experience and highly recommended. read more

"Calistoga B&B"

10/10/2008

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Stayed On: 9/2008

Small, clean rooms; convenient location; hard-working owners; good breakfast; nice meet & greet hosted by Inn

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"Wine Country Charm"

10/10/2008

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Stayed On: 9/2008

Brannan Cottage was a charming Inn in a charming town. Room was cheerful, clean, and comfortable (though not large). Innkeepers were very friendly and helpful. Food was delicious and plentiful.

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"Simply the Best"

10/3/2008

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Stayed On: 9/2008

Like many of the other reviewers, I can't say enough nice things about the Brannan Cottage Inn. This was our first visit to the Napa Valley and I can honestly say that I would not have wanted to stay anywhere else. We loved the town of Calistoga... read more

"Just what we needed."

9/27/2008

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Stayed On: 9/2008

With perfect hosts, fantastic weather and in a great little town, Brannon Cottage Inn was just the place to be on our Californian tour. Two days weren't enough to soak up all the delights! Thanks again to Doug and Judy for their warm welcome.

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"Brannan Cottage Inn"

9/15/2008

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Stayed On: 8/2008

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

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"Relaxing vacation..."

8/20/2008

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Stayed On: 7/2008

Tennis before breakfast, nice meal in the cool garden, exploring vinyards during the day (massage or lounge with a book to recover after wine tasting). Friendly people, quiet nights, our type of vacation.

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"We'll Be Back!"

8/19/2008

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Stayed On: 8/2008

We can't imagine a better place to stay! Judy greeted us warmly upon arrival & showed us the most wonderfully decorated, very clean, comfortable & air conditioned rooms (It was very hot outside). The breakfasts were plentiful &... read more

"Perfect Calistoga Experience"

8/5/2008

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Stayed On: 7/2008

This is a very pleasasnt and comfortable B&B as befits the wine country. Doug and Judy and their staff are gracious hosts and also directed us to some excellent small wineries.

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"Classic Setting"

8/4/2008

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Stayed On: 7/2008

I had stayed here about nine years ago and it was really nice. So when it came time to book another trip, I didn't hesitate to come here. We had a nice, quiet, air-conditioned room (during the high 90's). Everything was better than I remembered... read more

"Delightful!"

7/28/2008

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Stayed On: 6/2008

Very pretty, well appointed rooms; nice touch, fresh flowers, lovely breakfast and very friendly service from all involved with running the B&B. Delightful sunny verandah with comfy seating for reading, lounging and eating!

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"A Trip to Remember!"

7/23/2008

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Stayed On: 7/2008

I never met Doug and Judy of Brannan Cottage Inn until late in the evening of our arrival for a two-night stay. My wife and I have enjoyed many such stays in B & Bs over the years. BCI - small yet roomy; great atmosphere and appointments;... read more

"Authentic Calistoga Charm!"

7/2/2008

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Stayed On: 6/2008

This B&B exudes charm! Breakfasts were wonderful, and the innkeepers were very helpful with advice on the area - wineries, spas, restaurants, etc.

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"Parent's First Weekend Away Fun!"

6/29/2008

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Stayed On: 5/2008

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Brannan Cottage Inn. Doug & Judy were wonderful hosts and made the stay just what we were looking for! We would highly recommend them!

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"Great B&B in Wine Country."

6/15/2008

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Stayed On: 5/2008

We were very pleased with our stay at Brannan Cottage Inn. We were very impressed by how gracious and helpful the innkeepers were. Our room was very comfortable not only in the amount of room we had, but also in the way it was decorated. The inn... read more

"Brannan Cottage Inn"

6/10/2008

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Stayed On: 5/2008

Great Breakfast with wonderful variety of fresh fruit.

"Wonderful Midweek Stay"

5/13/2008

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Stayed On: 4/2008

Doug and Judy made us feel very comfortable as soon as we walked through the front gate with many good recommendations. We had one of our most memorable stays in the Napa Valley. read more

"A delightful vacation destination!"

4/29/2008

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Stayed On: 4/2008

My boyfriend and I stayed at the Brannan Cottage Inn about a month ago and were extremely pleased with the room, the location, and Doug and Judy. When we arrived, we discovered there had been a confusion about which room we would be staying in, and... read more

"Fun times, great people!"

10/23/2007

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Stayed On: 10/2007

Provide a comfortable, relaxing atmosphere for time together, meeting new friends and exploring the wine country read more

"Beautiful Property"

10/9/2007

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Stayed On: 10/2007

The Inn was very lovely and the staff took excellent care of us. The breakfast's were heavenly

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"It was perfect"

7/5/2007

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Stayed On: 6/2007

It was a wonderful place to stay. Romantic weekend or family getaway. It was perfect.

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"Well-run B & B, with great hospitality!"

6/18/2007

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Stayed On: 5/2007

My husband and I came for a couple of days to celebrate my birthday; we were welcomed with champagne in our room! Judy and Doug were marvelous hosts; we enjoyed hearing their tips on what to do and sharing the wine/cheese hour with them. Excellent... read more

"Quick Trip"

6/11/2007

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Stayed On: 6/2007

A wonderful place to relax and unwind. If you want a place that is not too far away this is a nice place to stay at. Everyone was so kind, I don't think you will meet anyone nicer in town.

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"Feel like family"

2/14/2007

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Stayed On: 12/2005

Doug and Judy make you feel like family. This is THE place to stay in the Napa Valley and we come back year after year. It's old school B&B lodging at it's best. Can't wait for our next visit. read more

"Good value, needs a little "spiffing" up"

1/6/2007

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Stayed On: 8/2006

It's hard to find a moderately-priced B&B in Napa Valley, so this property fills a much-needed niche. The breakfast is very good indeed and the wireless Internet connection is a nice "extra." The innkeepers seem to go out of their way... read more

Innkeeper Response

Thanks for your comments. Regarding your "spiffing up" comments, we have recently been closed for about 6 weeks (11/20 to 12/29/06) to do exactly that. We have completely replaced the wrap-around porch, put on a totally new roof, and added thermostat-controlled gas fireplaces and skylights to 5 of the 6 rooms. And we've replaced window coverings in 4 of the 6 rooms too. We hope you can come back and check out our improvements, as we are again open for business.

- Doug Cook (Innkeeper/Owner)

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