Camellia Inn

The Inn is located within walking distance to the town centre. The hosts were gracious and assisted us in making reservations, guiding us where to go and providing tourist information. The nightly wine and cheese was a great way to taste a few more regional wines and to meet some of the other guests.

An excellent B&B in Healdsburg. Convenient walk to downtown. This B&B has been in the family for over 30 years. Rooms were perfect and food delicious. I'd highly recommend to others.

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Thanks so much for your lovely comments. We are so happy to be celebrating our 30 year anniversary this year. Guests like you make it such a delight to be in this business. Enjoy your summer!

- Lucy Lewand (innkeeper)

I had booked the budget room, as I was traveling alone. Upon my arrival I was upgraded to the Luxury Suite. It was charming. The lovely wine tasting and cheese was nice each afternoon/ evening and the people were helpful. I will definitely return.

Our stay at the Camellia Inn was fabulous. Lucy made us feel right at home from the minute we arrived. Breakfast every morning was terrific with fresh fruit, fresh bread and smoothie shots. We left for our day of biking with homemade energy bars and returned to fresh cookies. After we washed up, there was wine and cheese. For dinner, we followed Archie's recommendations each night and we were never disappointed. Then, time for bed in an amazingly comfortable bed with super soft sheets.

We really enjoyed our stay in the Climbing Rose Studio which is part of the Camellia Inn. The room was large and airy with a wonderful "soaker" tub.At the back of the studio was a charming garden which was very private. The studio is situated near the best restaurants in Geyserville. We loved walking up the road a bit to the "Locals" Tasting centre where we had tasted great local red and white wine from the area

After exploring Napa several times, we ventured over to the Sonoma side. The inn provided the most convenient place for visiting any number of wineries including several in town. Our host were outgoing and helpful, offering advice and a willingness to make reservations. The rooms were lovely. The evening wine and cheese gave us a chance to meet some of the other guests. Breakfast was top notch. We would stay here again in a heartbeat. Thanks!

Camellia Inn is one block of the main square in Healdsburg. A great location. Within walking distance of restaurants, shops and tasting rooms. The Inn is quaint, the rooms are well maintained and decorated appropriately. The breakfast each morning home made, and the owners are available to give advice on which wineries to visit, etc. Overall, I enjoyed my stay, and definitely would stay there again.

We were fortunate enough to get the downtown apartment that is part of the Camellia Inn. It was above the most delicious French Bakery, where we could just go downstairs, pick up some breakfast goodies and enjoy them in the comfort of our apartment with morning coffee. We could walk all over central Healdsburg and shop in all the stores that were right there. We had dinner down the street at Willi's Seafood and Raw Bar... it was so good, we ate there 2 nights in a row. I would recommend this Inn highly. Lucy is very sweet and accomodating. Great if you have a group of girls for a weekend stay... could sleep 8 easily.

We stayed in the Demitasse rom which had a detached private bathroom across the hall. The tub, which dates from the 20s, iwas extra long and I enjoed taking a long, soaking bath. The room was fine and comfortable. After a long hard day of wine tasting, it was nice to come back to the Inn and have some cheese and more (!) wine set out. There were wines from wineries we hadn't visited. In the morning, the large dining table was the place for a communal breakfast (yummy) where we had a chance to trade tips with our new friends. I would recommend this place highly and already made areservation to return next year. Tamar and Scott--Chicago, Illinois

The room was very clean and nice. The staff were very helpful. The food was also very good. I would go back there anytime.

We are wine country novices and so could not believe our good fortune to end up in the charming town of Healdsburg at this wonderful B and B. It is no small feat for Lucy to maintain this beautiful Victorian home in such a pristine state. Our room was so comfortable, with its fireplace and four posted bed, and we spent more time in the room than we usually do, just to take advantage. Breakfast was not your ordinary fare, and was delicious and plentiful. We met the most lovely couples, from newlyweds in their 20's to European and S. American visitors. The wine and cheese get-togethers in the afternoon provide a wonderful opportunity to share winery recommendations and make new friends. We will definitely return.

Nice guests, beautifull setting Easy walk to town square Very accomodating owners would recommend to anyone for a relaxing atmosphere & great food too

This place is a little pricey for what it is, but it is in Wine Country. Location good and everything else met expectations.

We really enjoyed our visit! The food was great and Lucy was very helpful. We would return and recommend this as a very nice Healdsburg getaway.

I did have an outstanding experience. The room was comfortable and clean. A perfect explanation was given about how to achieve the perfect room temperature for me. My hosts were friendly and informative. The location was perfect for a stroll to and through town. The yard was beautiful with all its flowers. And breakfast was very yummy! I cannot wait to go back!

Convient location, quiet room, nice gardens, good cookies & tea - cheese & wine, friendly staff & fellow customers.

The rooms were very pleasant. The breakfast was out of this world and the afternoon wine hospitality hour was generous. Perfect location near downtown and restaurants with off street parking. It doesn’t get any better than a stay at the Camellia Inn.

We had a lovely 4 night stay at this cozy B&B, close to the center of town. We loved that we could walk to all of the shops and restaurants. The rooms were larger than we expected and the bed sheets are amazing. Breakfasts are delicious and we love the wine and cheese hour and the cookies every day. We would definitely come back again!

Very relaxing B&B close to town. We love the Downtown Bakery but Lucy makes it impossible to go there as her breakfasts are outstanding. A great spot we always go back to the

We have stayed here before and enjoyed it.This time around was a little less interesting. The breakfast was a little underwhelming. We opted to skip breakfast Sunday morning and went somewhere in town. The staff is friendly but did not get the service or attention we got last time we were here. It is a charming old Victorian house that needs a bit of work. I would stay here again.

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Thanks so much for your helpful feedback. Looks like I need to do a lot more staff training! I was on vacation during your visit this time and I apologize that your experience was not better than your last visit. I have reviewed everything with my relief innkeeper and be assured that the quality of our breakfast and guest service is our highest priority. With an old house we're constantly trying to keep up with maintenance so any specifics would be helpful as well. Please let me know when you visit again and thanks for saying that you would do so. Every guest is important but our returning guests are very special to us. Again thanks for your comments! We really appreciate knowing how we can improve.

- Lucy Lewand (innkeeper)

I loved staying at the Camellia Inn and walking to dinner. Very hospitable and lovely rooms.

Camellia Inn is well run, warm, friendly and convenient. We enjoyed our stay there and would certainly return. We loved it and recommend it.

I recently stayed here in their "budget room" and had a fabulous stay. The decor was inviting and the service was excellent. The location is prime and overall I would stay here again when I am in the area next time!!

I enjoyed my stay at the Climbing Rose Studio. The location was great - within walking distance to several good restaurants, a corner market and of course wine tasting storefronts. It was clean, private and had all the key amenities.

The building and rooms are well appointed and the breakfast each morning is great. The breakfast is serve yourself with lots of choices. It is an easy walk to many nearby restaurants and the inn keeper, Lucy is wonderful and knowledgeable about local restaurants and wine venues.

A delightful Victorian Inn with all the comforts of home. Walking distance to downtown Healdsburg was a real plus! The Inn keepers took great care of us!

We stayed two nights in a lovely king room. It was perfect. The ambiance, the help from Lucy, the food, the room - everything was lovely and comfortable. We could not have asked for more. My husband and I will definitely return.

Wonderful location close to downtown. Lucy is a lovely lady and very helpful with making recommendations and reservations. Quite expensive but most places are in Healdsburg.

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Thank you so much for your kind comments. Healdsburg is a very pricey destination. Our rates are the least expensive for rooms within walking distance of the town plaza. With breakfast, afternoon snacks, wine and cheese reception - we try to remain moderate for the area. We really appreciate the feedback.

- Lucy Lewand (innkeeper)

Lovely B&B, comfortable, you can park once and walk the rest of the weekend as town is steps away. Great breakfast and wines in the evening, very friendly owners. Definitely will return.

We had a fantastic time at the Camillia Inn and have wonderful memories of our two days spend there with the beautiful breakfasts that we took poolside and the scent of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies wafting through the house before tea time. The amenities were more than ample, the room and bathroom very clean and the owners were so kind and accommodating. We will recommend this sweet little B&B to anyone who passes through Healdsburg, as it is also located so centrally, just a 3 minute walk into town and in a beautiful neighborhood that is perfect for scenic morning jogs.

Lucy, the innkeeper, besides doing all the things you want and expect from a top B&B, deftly does more. Somehow, she fosters great interactions among guests that wouldn't happen without her. Also, she is THE expert on the area and is an incredible resource for all things Healdsburg. We were there mostly for wine tasting and she gave us passes for free tastings. It's pretty much impossible to not love Healdsburg, but a stay art Camellia makes it even better.

A beautiful location - very short walk to the Healdsburg square. The rooms are gorgeous, beds comfortable. Wine & cheese by the pool in the early evening. Lucy & her husband make you feel right at home. Breakfasts are hu-yuge and tasty!

My husband and I were guests at the Camellia Inn about 20 years ago. Our return visit brought back fond memories. We love the setting, the staff, the breakfasts and the location. Close to shops and restaurants but quiet and serene. We will definitely stay here again and I hope it won't be 20 years before we return.

I have to preface my comments but saying that this was the very first B&B my husband and I ever stayed in. With that said, the Camellia Inn was nice but just wasn't our taste. The room we booked was exactly as pictured and clean but had a window A/C unit (which is unsettling for us Texans) and was down the hall from the (private) bath. While we knew the bathroom was not en suite when we booked, it is a bit further than we expected (note: our room did have two robes for our use). Additionally, there is only one TV and we found that the furniture in the living areas was uncomfortable for lounging. Checking in was a bit confusing (there's no "front desk") and the other residents were much older than us (we are in our 30s). However, breakfast was good and is served from 8-10am and the property is close enough to Healdsburg to walk with no problems. Overall, the Camellia Inn is a nice place to stay (if you love B&Bs you will most likely love this one, too) however, we have discovered that we prefer a more traditional hotel while vacationing.

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Thanks so much for your honest feedback. As you said, Bed & Breakfasts aren't for everyone. It's interesting about our demographic mix of clients. We usually have guests of all ages but every once in awhile we'll have a majority of older guests or a majority of younger! Your comments about confusion and comfort I'm taking to heart and to my husband. I'm going to see what we can do to improve on both levels. Sounds like we probably won't be seeing you again but please come back to the area as there is so much here to enjoy. Your thoughtful critique is much appreciated.

- Lucy Lewand (innkeeper)

We stayed at Camellia for our honeymoon. It was a beautiful inn with great service and food. We really enjoyed our stay in Healdsburg. What a beautiful town!

After staying here for the second time, we were again very pleased and hated to leave. Bountiful breakfasts, wine and cheese by the pool, and most of all, a very gracious innkeeper made for a perfect stay. We will be back!

We found our hostess efficient, pleasant, generous and knowledgeable. While we are from Sonoma County, just 30 miles down the highway, we learned much about the Healdsburg/Dry Creek/Alexander Valley area from her. We hope to soon find a reason to return.

Stay at Camellia Inn was fantastic. Accommodation is luxurious and comfortable - Lucy has a very lovely home and really goes out of her way to ensure your the best stay possible. Location is excellent - very close to town and the great restaurants and bars but on a quiet street so not noisy. Definitely recommend and will stay again.

Lucy was very helpful with planning our Sonoma winery tour. Very appreciative of the room upgrade.

We stayed in the two bedroom apartment in downtown Healdsburg, and it was delightful! This accomodation does not include breakfast. But, it does include a full, well-equiped kitchen. We went to the Safeway (within walking distance) and bought food, then cooked breakfast in for ourselves each day, and packed a cooler of lunch food for picnics at nearby wineries. Great spot for families with older children (ours are in their mid-20s so could legally drink wine.) There is sleeping for 8-9 people (although comfortable for only 5-6, since there are only two bedrooms and one bathroom. The common living area is great for card-playing and movie-watching, as well as eating together. Fun to go out to dinner and shopping and wine tastings within walking distance. Nice French cafe immediately below.

I stayed in the apartment on Healdsburg Avenue. So, I cannot rate the service or food at the Inn. The apartment was wonderful, in an ideal location. It was roomy and perfect for my family, including my two young sons.

Hospitality, helpfulness, guidance and suggestions exceeded our expectations. Lucy and staff were extremely gracious. We would stay there again.

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Thanks so much for your kind words. We've just had the most amazing guests these last few weeks! Harvest will be starting soon so we'll all be busy and excited for the next couple months. Please come back for another visit soon.

- Lucy (innkeeper)

I recommend enjoying some coffee (or wine) near the quiet fish pond at the front.

We stayed for one evening and it was very pleasant. The bedding was wonderful! We would recommend it.

We loved our time at the Camellia Inn. Lucy was incredibly kind and accommodating, the Inn itself was cozy and well furnished and the location was perfect. We would definitely go back!

Stayed in budget room. A little on the small side for me and my SO but it was very comfortable and clean. The inn keepers were both extremely friendly. Would definitely recommend!

Okay, so I'm the only girl in the country who wasn't thrilled with California wine tours -- but this trip changed my mind completely. It was my third (and very best!) trip to wine country. We loved Healdsburg and The Camellia Inn made the experience even better. The Inn itself is located 2 blocks from the charming town square which is filled with notable restaurants, shops and wineries. What sets it apart from the competition is the professional and dedicated work of the owners. We enjoyed our "history" lesson with Ray and Lucy's AMAZING cullinary treasures -- she brings new meaning to the word "breakfast!" Complete with a beautiful pool where wine is served at 5:30 sharp -- we couldn't have asked for anything more. Both Hubby & I agree "We'll be back!"

A fabulous B&B run by a lovely family. We stayed for 3 nights over a holiday weekend and the Inn could not have been more friendly or welcoming. Well appointed, comfortable rooms, a delicious breakfast and afternoon wine all added to the experience. Would definitely recommend and hope to return soon.

Everything met or exceeded our expectations. Staff was friendly and helpful.

Awesome visit. excellent service, Lucy and her husband were awesome, Breakfast every day was excellent. They offered great suggestions for dinner. We are still talking about it. As a matter of fact, it's Saturday night and we are reliving our trip. WE loved it. thank you for share that wonderful bed and breakfast.

We stayed one night at Camelia Inn for a mini getaway. The place was lovely and charming. We had a great stay and enjoyed the breakfast. Lucy, the innkeeper was a delight to be around with.

Healdsburg is our go-to destination when we want a respite near home and we've tried several B&Bs over the past 20 years. We've stayed at Camellia Inn twice, and absolutely love it. Lucy, the innkeeper, is the perfect hostess and always makes us feel comfortable. The food and coffee are delicious. The proximity to Healdsburg Square can't be beat. We look forward to our next stay!

This was the perfect spot for our Russian River wine experience. Lucy is very modest about her inn and her cooking abilities; they both are actually outstanding. We loved the relaxed atmosphere for her breakfast buffets; folks had a great time sharing their experiences from the day before and Lucy helped all of us a great deal in planning our day and offering tips and vouchers for winery tastings. She really knows the area. Enjoyable wine and cheeses around the pool in the late afternoon/evening, too. Right in town, it was a joy to walk to dinner and take in the small-town atmosphere of Healdsburg. (We just wish we had been there on a Tues. night to take in the music in the park.) We booked the smaller room with the bathroom down the hall (for our use only, not shared). The room was absolutely perfect for two; a great way to save a some money. And the window air conditioner was a godsend on our stay; it was 95 degrees both days. We recommend Camellia Inn without hesitation. (and Lucy, thanks for all the Jelly Belly candies; I certainly had my share...)

We spend three nights at Camellia Inn in Healdsburg. Lucy, the innkeeper, couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful with winery passes, restaurant reservations, and a wealth of local contacts and information. The inn is within walking distance of wonderful restaurants. We will return!

Lucy and husband were amazing hosts! Wine and cheese in the evening by the pool. The breakfast was wonderful. A truly wonderful experience. We will be back!

I just stayed 6 nights at Camellia Inn. It is in a residential setting, only 1.5 blocks from restaurants, shops and the main downtown part of Healdsburg. The rooms and photos on the web site are very accurate. There is nice pool in the rear of the house with several tables and chairs. The best assets that Camilla Inn have is Lucy and Archie. They have been doing this a long time, and know the perfect balance of being there when you need them and letting you feel like it is your home away from home. Their advice on restaurants and everything else was accurate, and exactly what I was looking for. It was so wonderful to come back from a long day and have their wonderful wine and cheese set out for us. It was nice to sit out by the pool, have some wine and talk with the other guests. Camellia Inn is a great value. Naturally I will stay there on my next visit.

The inn is within walking distance of the town square, but the immediate neighborhood is very quiet--which was great for a good night's rest. The house itself is delightful, especially if you're interested in historic architecture. And the breakfast did exceed expectations! It offers a little bit of everything and was very good. I would definitely go back for another stay.

We stayed at one of the Inn's two-bedroom apartments right off the main square in Healdsburg (only a few blocks from the Inn). The location was fantastic--the apartment is accessed by an unassuming door right next to a French bakery, which meant it was only steps from all there is to do downtown. Once inside, it was completely private and felt like a true home-away-from-home, with all of the conveniences you could need (full kitchen, well-sized and appointed bedrooms, great living room area with board games, DVDs, etc.). We found the rates to be a great value and probably one of the best deals for downtown Healdsburg. We intend to go back again in the next few months!

Outstanding host/owner Lucy makes everyone feel welcome. The rooms are first rate and the location means you can walk to everything you need to get to. And the biking in the area is the some of the best we have ever done. We rented bikes from Wine Country Bikes and they set us up with self guided tours that were the best.

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Thanks for your comments. It is definitely biking time here in Wine Country. We have such great routes based from Healdsburg. We attempt to give the best service and amenities we can provide at a price that is reasonable for Healdsburg. Hope you'll come back again soon.

- Lucy Lewand (innkeeper)

My room was quite spacious. My sister, who paid more for her room, had a very small crowded room.

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First of all, we loved having you and your family with us. Our rates are based on the amenities in the rooms, ie. whirlpool tubs, fireplaces, etc. Your sister was booked into our whirlpool tub queen room which was originally the home's kitchen in 1869! We actually upgraded you to a larger queen that we most recently had put a whirlpool tub in. We always try to upgrade a group's organizer if we can (hint to those of you that love to work on a trip's details). Healdsburg is an expensive destination (like most of the wine country) and we try to keep our rates moderate for the area. Thanks for the feedback - it always helps us to be on our toes!

- Lucy Lewand (innkeeper)

We had a wonderful stay at the Camellia Inn. We stayed in the "budget room", because as you can probably imagine, we were on a budget. It exceeded our needs in so many ways. The room was bright & sunny. On the small side & the bathroom is large but down a short hallway. To our surprise it honestly did not impact our stay in a negative away at all. The Inn itself is beautiful and very large-lots of sitting areas to spread out in if needed. There's a TV room & free wireless. Walking distance to beautiful downtown Healdsburg where there are countless delicious restaurant options. Lucy was wonderful-so helpful with planning our days filled with wine tastings, biking & dining. We loved the delicious breakfasts she created each morning, as well as the wine and cheese hour after a fun day out in the vineyards and the town. It was very clean (and I'm a clean nut). The bed sheets were so soft and comfortable. I would absolutely recommend this Inn to someone else and hope to return in the near future!

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We loved having you with us! For years we talked about turning the Demitasse room (budget room) into a spacious bath for the queen room next door. Healdsburg has just gotten so expensive that we decided to keep the room at a very reasonable price ($139, even the motels are more). This allows guests who are on a tight budget or those visitors that prefer to spend their $$ on wine or dinner to still have a room walking distance to the plaza. Yes the room is small but most people are out touring all day and enjoy the value the budget room provides. Hope to have you and your husband back again soon.

- Lucy Lewand (innkeeper)

The picture doesn't do this old Inn justice, the grounds and interior are beautiful and full of memories. Guests were happy and many returnees. Easy place to stay, so close to the plaza, yet quiet.

I strongly recommend the Camellia Inn, which is charming and just two blocks from everything you need in town.

Our stay at Camellia Inn was a great experience, and we've been to many. We look forward to going back.

This was a GREAT location for all things Healdsburg! The lodging was fine...really no issues but the furnishings are dated but comfortable. We would stay here again but would look to see if there is better first. Lucy was really nice and helpful. BTW we ate at Madrona Manor...WHAT A DINING EXPERIENCE! SIMPLY DELIGHTFUL. Spoonbar was just ok but SCOPA (I think that was the name...on the square) was REALLY great! Share the dishes and have fun!

We enjoyed our stay and the ease of walking to dinner and around town. The parking, refrigerator and maps were a nice touch.

I stayed at one of the downtown apartments, not in the Inn. The apartment was spacious and in a great location...just steps from everything on the square. It wasn't decorated as quaintly as the inn, but it was nice to have a kitchen to make coffee, store leftovers, etc. My one complaint is the beds were not very comfortable. Luckily I was getting a massage the next day, so that helped, but could not have slept there more than 2 nights. (My friends had the same complaint.)

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Thanks so much for your comments. We regularly monitor and purchase new mattresses and have not had any complaints. I will look into which apartment you were staying in and of course order replacements if needed. We want our guests to enjoy Healdsburg and a good night's sleep helps that endeavor!

- Lucy Lewand (innkeeper)

My girlfriend and I recently spent two nights in Healdsburg at the Camellia Inn. The place was perfect because of its easy walk to the restaurants and bars downtown and it's proximity to the Russian River and Dry Creek vineyards. But the best part of the stay was Lucy, the innkeeper, who was super friendly, very knowledgeable about the surrounding vineyards and dining, and even helped us ship wine back to our home state. I would certainly recommend this inn.

The Inn is a block from the Square and within walking distance of all the restaurants and shops you'd need to visit while in Healdsburg. The Dining Room and other areas of the Inn are nicely decorated and maintained well. The Tower Room we stayed in was fantastic, nice decor and well-appointed bathroom - including a jetted two-person soaking tub. Fantastic!

We enjoyed our stay at the Camellia Inn. It was our first B&B, and it was a very pleasant experience. Rooms were comfortable, great service, 2 blocks from the square, and the food was enjoyable. I would come back

My husband and I were referred to stay at Camellia during the Sonoma leg of our honeymoon, and we could not have been happier. It was our first B&B experience, and we enjoyed everything about it! The room and bathroom were fabulous - very clean, and the bed was very comfortable. The innkeeper serves wine and cheese every evening at 5:30pm and a wonderful breakfast array every morning. We truly had an amazing experience, would recommend, and will more than likely stay at the inn again in the future!

We stayed in the Budget Room which was a great deal! The B&B was very nice and the owners are extremely friendly. We enjoyed the wine and cheese reception in the evening and the breakfast in the morning. Good experience and would recommend. The location is also very close to the quaint square of Healdsburg.

Our stay at the Camellia Inn was relaxing and wonderful in every way. I highly recommend it for a restful, indulgent weekend in California's wine country.

I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to the Inn. Even though I booked one of the smaller rooms in the inn, I never felt cramped or uncomfortable. The food at the inn was terrific and it's location made it easy to walk to all of the shops and restaurants in Healdsburg. I will definitely stay there the next time I visit wine country.

I came to spend the weekend at the Camelia Inn with my best friend for a girl's wine weekend and chose the Camelia Inn. What a great decision! The room was very comfortable with a private bathroom and a nice view. Lucy, the owner, was quite welcoming and propared a delicious breakfast each morning with both hot and cold options. She was also really knowledgable about the area and surrounding wineries and even provided us with a few free-tasting passes. Located just two blocks from the main square it was very easy to walk to local shops and restaurants. The inn does has a great looking pool even though we did not use it; January isn't swimming weather in Healdsburg.

Lucy and Archie went above and beyond to make my stay comfortable. I appreciate the extra time they took to assist me, especially as a solo traveler. I'd recommend this charming inn to my friends and family!

Camellia Inn is a fantastic B&B with exceptionally friendly service and charming accommodations. My boyfriend and I went during December and despite chilly, somewhat rainy weather, we had a wonderful time largely due to Lucy's awesome establishment and her friendly staff. Camellia Inn is quaint and friendly and within walking distance of "town" which is perfect when you're really taking advantage of all the delicious wines. Highly recommend!

This B&B was an outstanding find !! Perfect location in town walking distance to restaurants, shops, wine tasting and etc. The house itself is fabulous, design, decor, furnishings and ambiance. Lucy is an excellent host, pleast to be around and have a conversion with and her baked treats that she makes daily are to die for as well as daily special unique breakfasts. We look forward to our next stay there. J Guevara

Close to downtown with good parking. Very easy to walk to good restaurants and shops in the area. Easy access to other area attractions.

We had stayed at the Camellia Inn many years ago and it was a joy to return! We loved the room, service and wonderful breakfast.

My husband and I just spent a wonderful weekend at The Camellia Inn. The home itself is an intact home from the Victorian era that is completely decorated with antiques and art from that period. They served tea and cookies, wine and cheese in the large inviting drawing room. The breakfast was delicious. Especially appreciated was the room upgrade that they offered us with no extra charge, which they said they always do when available, and the warm conversation and guidance about the area and restaurants. The hosts have a long history with the inn which shows. We lived in England for many years and this was just like being in the English (or Scottish!) countryside. We can't wait to go back!

What a lovely friendly inn, gorgeous period house kept in the manner it deserves. Lucy and Archie, thanks - we shall make sure our friends know about your inn. Gary & Karen

This is the second stay we had and it was better than the first. We will definitely make this an annual vacation.

My husband and I recently celebrated our anniversary with a trip to Wine Country. We had spent our honeymoon in Healdsburgh at an outstanding B&B but this time we wanted to be within walking distance of the square. Camellia Inn has a fabulous location and we were able to walk to all restaurants, shops, etc. The inn is much more "rustic" than I had expected because I missed the fact that in-room TVs were NOT listed on the room features. We were just really surprised since we didn't see this noted anywhere on the website. Our room had a "fireplace" but it was really just a fake gas type heater looking thing, so that was disappointing. The jet tub was huge but we never used it. All in all, I would consider this an average place with above average location and breakfast. It is communal dining with no options to sit by yourselves, so if you aren't into that, I would find another place. There were many people at the Inn who obviously come back year after year. Maybe I was just spoiled with some of the other options in Healdsburgh.

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Thanks so much for your comments! The downside to being in this business for 30 years is that sometimes we're a little slow on the latest trends - TV's in the rooms. We've considered this issue over and over in the last couple years. For now we've decided to upgrade our common television room and keep the guest rooms "unplugged" except for CD/MP3 players & WiFi. We have recently refreshed our web page and added some content indicating our TV free guest rooms. Our "gas fireplaces" are used for heat and do have flames but I can totally understand a desire for a wood burning effect. We are not allowed to burn wood within the city of Healdsburg but have nice wood fireplaces at our out of town cottages. For those folks who would prefer dining not at the communal table we are happy to provide trays for self-service that you can take to enjoy in your own room. I am so sorry you were disappointed with our inn. We try to keep our rates moderate for Healdsburg and luckily there are many nice places to stay in our town. We want our guests to be happy and comfortable so we apologize that we weren't able to meet your needs. Thanks for trying us and for your constructive feedback. We can always be better!

- Lucy (innkeeper)

The innkeeper, Lucy, is a well informed resource for touring Sonoma and her dad, Ray, adds the local color. We look forward to returning on our next trip to northern California.

Came in a couple of days early for the Russian River wine event. Always like Healdsburg. Decided to try the Camellia Inn and was very pleased with the accommodations. The room was comfortable and breakfast was great. Also very convenient to town.

Camellia Inn, while quite pricey does have a great location. It's an old house on beautiful grounds with a pool. The king rooms were well located for us--two couples traveling together as they were located upstairs separately from the rest of the rooms. Breakfast was good and the owner gave good directions to the wineries and restaurants. If you love bed and breakfasts, this is an ideal getaway spot when in Healdsburg, but it is quite pricey.

Our stay at the Camellia Inn was the perfect weekend getaway. The room was attractive, spotless and well stocked. Lots of thoughtful touches like freshly baked cookies and cofee/tea available any time. Breakfast was much more than toast and coffee and the company of the other guests truly enjoyable. It was our first visit but it won't be our last.

The property and the innkeeper could not hve been nicer. Also served a nice breakfast and the property was a short walk to the town square.

We recently spent 3 nights at the Inn and used it as our home base for exploring the wineries in the Russian River Valley, Dry Creek Valley, and Alexander Valley. Lucy was a fantastic hostess and very knowledgeable. We really enjoyed the wine and cheese parties around the pool each evening and the fantastic breakfasts! Our room was very comforatable and clean. We are already planning our return trip to the area and will definitely visit Lucy and her team again!

We rented the cottage near the Russian River...about 5 mins from downtown. We loved it! The beds were comfy and I was in the hot tub every night! The robes were a nice touch and everything was very clean. (less clorine in the hot tub would be advisable).

The Innkeeper is simply amazing. The place is spotless, of an easy going pace, the breakfast is delious, hearty and pretty darn healthy! Lucy has an amazing knowledge of the area and is very willing to share and help you plan an amazing stay while in her care! Highly recommend!!!

Owners Lucy & Archie couldn't do more for us. Their Inn is simply charming. Food and service outstanding. Since we were from out of state they both had great tips for us to explore the area. They offer some fantastic connections and recommendations for tours and nearby retaurants &wineries. They also made several reservations for dinner and tours. If we ever go back west to the Sonoma/Napa area again ,our stay at the Camelia is a definite. Arlene & Bob New Jersey

we spent two nights at the Camellia Inn and enjoyed it immensely. We had the "budget room," which was very small, but comfortable and sufficient. The Inn itself is gorgeous, and the breakfasts, wine & cheese, and other snacks were wonderful. Overall an excellent experience and we'd highly recommend the Inn to others.

Every summer my sister and I escape to the Camellia Inn and this is our 3rd year. Lucy and staff are wonderful, the breakfasts are the best, located a block from the square, the best pool in town and we always meet the nicest people staying there as well. Highly recommend it!

We had a wonderful experience during our stay in the Healdsburg area for a friends wedding. The room, service and value was great. The egg casserole and almond croissant was really good.

My recent visit was short but sweet. The inn continues to meet high expectations with great ambiance, service, and more than adequately sized beds and rooms. Don't miss this place if you go to Healdsburg.

After a business trip my husband and I met in San Francisco and headed north to Russian River wine country. Camellia Inn in Healdsburg is ideally located for venturing out to the Alexander and Russian River valleys or for staying put and enjoying the Healdsburg offerings. Our accommodations were great and Lucy and staff made sure that we had everything we needed. they had good suggestions for local offerings and even assisted with our Friday night dinner reservations at a local restaurant that was within walking distance of the Inn. The fact that they reached out a few days before we arrived to see if we needed reservations was especially thoughtful and it ensured our ability to get into the restaurant of our choice. Breakfast was delicious with something for every taste; the fresh baked bread and croissants were outstanding. We will definitely stay at Camellia when we travel this way again.

We spent a wonderful two nights. The Inn is on a quiet street but just two short blocks to the Healdsburg Plaza, the hub or shopping, restaurants, etc. A surprising plus was how much we enjoyed talking to other guests from around the U.S. and abroad at breakfast and for wine before dinner.

Love this place. Rooms are comfy, quiet and nicely appointed. We celebrated our 10th Wedding Anniversary here and enjoyed every minute. Breakfasts were tasty. We spent the days exploring Healdsburg and the surrounding area - wine tasting of course.

Our stay at the Camellia Inn was all we hoped for and more as we were needing a respite from our busy lives. Everyone, the staff and the other guests were so nice and friendly, the food was outstanding,(esp. the cookies every afternoon!), the bed comfortable, the location perfect for our dalily bike riding, and the atmophere, charming.

we had a wonderful 3 nights at this charming b & b. accomadations were great and the staff was superb and attented to our every request. Healdsburg is a charming place w/lots of great restaurants. Looking forwarding to another visis. Wine tasting was superb.

Stayed for a couple days last month. Couldn't have had a nicer time. Beautiful rooms, reasonable prices... wine and cheese with Loretta in the evening. The perfect b&b.

We stayed at the Camellia Inn for three nights just before Thanksgiving 2008. The room was very well appointed with a comfortable queen size four poster bed, tiled shower and ample storage for our clothes. The room also had a gas fireplace which we used to heat up the room since it was about 50 degrees at night! It worked very well and added ambience. The rest of the house was elegantly decorated but not overdone as many Victorian B&Bs can tend to be. The living/front rooms were open for guests and were used in the evening wine and cheese tastings. There was a TV room downstairs but no TVs in the rooms (which we prefer). We were able to park our rented tandem bike in the garage and there was plenty of off-street parking for guests' cars. The pool looked lovely although it was closed for the season in November. The service was outstanding. Lucy asked every guest what their plans were for the evening and the next day and promptly suggested and arranged dining reservations, tasting reservations, etc. She even knew which restaurants had the best hamburgers in town and who was open on a Monday night for dinner. We had many questions and concerns about driving directions, hours of operation, and practical matters and Lucy always had an answer or a solution. The service, in a word, was outstanding. The morning breakfast buffet was very well balanced. There was fresh bread for toast, fresh fruit, juice, yogurt, cereals, coffee, and tea. Every day there was a new smoothie and a freshly made and delicious breakfast entree. We enjoyed almond croissants with huevos rancheros one morning. There was something to satisfy every taste and appetite and lighter healthier options as well.

Quiet residential street, yet a short walk to the great restaurants and shops of downtown Healdsburg. Lucy and her staff are helpful and welcoming, the common areas inviting, and the guest rooms comfortable and reasonably priced for this expensive area. Enjoyed the flexibility of the buffet-style breakfast. Having a convenient desk and free wi-fi was fantastic.

Of all the B&B's we have stayed at this one definitely ranks the highest on service and attention to detail. Lucy is the best innkeeper we have ever had. And, top that off with a beautiful B&B and a great location and you have a real winner!

We love the Camellia Inn. The Innkeeper, Lucy Lewand, is extremely helpful in booking reservations at wineries and restaurants. She gets us discounted wine tasting at local wineries. The family produes award-winning wines which are complimentary every evening with cheese and crackers. The breakfasts are excellent. The rooms are charming and comfortable.