The Bear Flag Inn

The B&B is in a very nice location and has a lot of potential. It does need some TLC however and thus the reason for my rating. Breakfast was great.

The owners participate, along with other B&B owners, to put on a pasta feed the night before the marthon at the Calistoga Community Center. It felt like you were at a family gathering. We apprecitaed the fact that they did not require a 2-night stay for the marathon weekend.

Dennis, his wife, and their friends made our stay very enjoyable.

My wife and I celebrated our anniversary at the Bear Flag Inn. We enjoyed the hosts as well as the town. Great location and lovely and clean rooms. Nice grounds and wonderful persimmons to pick as an extra unexpected treat.

We stayed in the small one bedroom cottage next to the pool (separate from the main house). Cozy little space with gas fireplace. It was convenient to town where we enjoyed a mud bath spa and massage treatment. The hosts are very friendly and made excellent breakfasts. One day was eggs benedict with fresh fruit (they even had fresh persimmons from the old tree next to the house) and the following morning they had home-made waffles! We look forward to returning. Dave & Stacy

The cottage at this B&B was wonderfully quaint. The McKays are great hosts and incredible cooks. Every breakfast was beyond what I imagined; fresh fruit, waffles, eggs Benedict, orange juice, coffee. The B&B is set among a small vineyard. Sweet dogs and chickens roaming around. We loved it!!!!! And would stay there again.

We stayed two nights and had a very pleasant time. The hosts are friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was great.

The owners are very friendly but will give you your space if they sense you need it. We enjoyed discussing a number of issues with them over breakfast.

breakfast was fabulous...no coffee in room..had to go to main house....would have preferred coffee and breakfast in room or on patio....we are private people and don't like to interact on vacation....great location, however. Would be nice to have table in room or on patio for breakfast...hosts are lovely people...just a bit too much if you like privacy...bit rundown..could use a facelift....but comfy and clean....

During my stay at Bear Flag Inn . I was treated like family . The place is very comfortable . The food is Outstanding . Marge and Dennis McNay are wonderful hosts . Loved spending time with them at breakfast , and for wine in the evening . This is my favorite place to stay in Calistoga . Novato,California

Will definitely stay here again when visiting Napa Valley.

Dennis was a great host and very understanding. We had car trouble getting out their and so we were unable to stay for the first night. Given that their was a two night minimum stay for the time we booked, we were less than happy. At no obligation of Dennis but out of great customer service he discounted our weekend stay as we were unable to to make the first night. He took a hit for one night's pay but we will definitely be back to visit! Thanks Dennis.

Had a great weekend at the Bear Flag Inn. The rooms are nice, but not spectacular. But the owners are very, very friendly and kind and helpful. And the daily breakfast is spectacular! I would definitely recommend the Bear Flag.

Dennis & Marjorie made us feel like family. In fact, I know if we lived near them, we would be friends! It was very difficult to leave. This was our second stay there and will definitely not be our last! Bravo to this fabulous B & B and the incredible couple who run it!

The Bear Flag Inn is a lovely B&B, with truly charming hosts (an elderly couple with lots of nice stories), lovely rooms, and good location, just a few minutes drive from Calistoga center (close enough to be very accessible, far enough so it's a lot quieter, with a relaxed, rural feeling). They have wine and crackers every evening with their guests and make an amazing breakfast. Only downside was the bed, which was very creaky (Lovinia bedroom. Otherwise, very nice and well decorated).

We recently spent a long weekend at Bear Flag Inn. Innkeepers, Marge and Dennis, were delightful. Our room was comfortable and clean as was the inn itself. The grounds have beautiful seasonal flowers however the grass and outdoor furniture was unkept and not appealing for lounging or resting in the hammocks. The in ground pool and spa were old and did not appear clean (mildew and stains). The pool side furniture was old, faded and misplaced in rough grass/weeds and flower beds somewhat overgrown with weeds and dirt holes. It was very uninviting and a big disappointment as we had hoped to enjoy it at the end of our afternoon before heading out for the evening. The "happy hour" wine and snacks were very good and the beautifully served breakfasts were yummy. Overall a nice stay escaping our 100+ Texas heat 35 days running! The inn has great potential but needs some repairs and tweaking.

We just returned from our "anniversary getaway". All I could think about is going again. This was our fourth visit to the Bear Flag Inn. The rooms are clean and well appointed. Innkeepers, Dennis and Marge welcome you into their home and make your stay memorable. A full breakfast is served every morning at 9am in the sun-room. Breakfast is really magnificent! The Inn location is conveniently located in walking distance to the downtown and minutes from wineries. Whether you are looking to lounge by the pool or tour the Napa Valley wineries you can't go wrong staying here.

This hosts were delightful -- very friendly, interesting and warm. We had a lovely time, and if we ever go back to Napa Valley, would check with them for reservations first.

we stayed in the cute little cottage next to the main house. accomodations were perfect and the hot breakfast made every morning was 5 star! highly recommend staying here!

Bear Flag Inn was in a great location, just at the North end of the Napa Valley. The accommodations were quaint, antique-filled, and private. The grounds were filled with vineyards, fruit trees and a sense of going back in time. The breakfast of waffles, bacon, coffee and juice was well-prepared. Some tips: Give customers a couple breakfast choices. Provide more in-room amenities, such as a coffee service, better TV package, etc. The owners were pleasant and worked to make our stay a positive experience, but there are too many B&B's that provide more for the money.

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To be clear, our breakfast menu changes daily, however we are not a restaurant. Coffee is available in the kitchen 24/7. Our TV connection is premuim comcast cable. Most people do not come to the wine country to watch TV, but we do make it available.

- Dennis (innkeeper)

Wonderful, quiet, great food, nice company, really enjoyed our stay. Took our bikes and rode into town, and several vineyards.

We were greeted by our cheerful Host, Dennis and immediately invited to their daily Happy Hour. It was a wonderful way to unwind after a long drive. Marge, our Hostess, joined us shortly thereafter with fresh picked cherries. We stayed in a lovely room and the only criticism was the bed squeaked with every movement making it hard to sleep soundly. However, there was ample time for napping at this quiet B&B. Breakfasts were superb. We enjoyed Happy Hour each of the 3 nights we were there & getting to know Dennis & Marge, as well as the other guests. The animals were as welcoming as their "masters". We enjoyed spending time with their dogs & Mad Max. But, the best was being able to share some time with the 9 puppies on their way to becoming K-9 Companions. We would highly recommend Bear Flag Inn & look forward to another visit.

Dennis and Marge offer the classic B&B experience. A nice room, an incredible breakfast, and unequalled hospitality. Our stay at the Bear Flag Inn was probably our most comfortable and memorable B&B stay in years.

Dennis and Marge have a wonderful place. The breakfasts are outstanding.

Dennis and Marge were wonderful! They made my stay so nice and relaxing! The breakfasts were fabulous... very quiet and peaceful. Loved staying at The Bear Flag Inn!

We had a short, one-night visit but everything was just fine. Both Marge and Dennis were very friendly, breakfast was excellent and the room was clean and roomy. The area is beautiful and the weather was good, so our overall experience was very enjoyable.

Very pleasant stay at Bea Flag Inn. Breakfasts were excellent. Hosts are very engaging and we thoroughly enjoyed meeting their friends and family - we were treated like family. The bedroom and bathroom could do with some updating, and the bed was a little under par. Overall - great weekend. Would return.

Denis and Margery are a delight. I was there for four days taking in the mud baths at the Indian Springs spa. I hadn't travelled on my own since my early twenties so this was a new experience for me. Each afternoon we'd have wine and appies and chat about the day. I loved that part. When Denis asked in his Welcome email if I had any food allergies or sensitivities I didn't think much of it. I mean aren't B&B breakfasts normally light "coffee and muffin" sort of deals? Well, I was in for a pleasant surprise. Expect a full course meal. Breakfast held me for the entire day. I'd snack on nuts avoiding having to leave the spa for lunch. That meant only one meal eaten out. Both Denis and Margery reminded me of folks back home. I feel lucky to have found them. If I go back to the area, I'll be staying at the Bear Flag Inn. Suzanne LaCombe, Vancouver, BC. P.S. Go slowly with mud baths. They churn up a lot of emotions!

Marge and Dennis were outstanding hosts and provided us with a wonderful stay! It was a bit pricey, but we were there during Labor Day weekend, so abailability was limited. We were very happy with our stay at Bear Flag Inn! The breakfast was amazing and Marge and Dennis were very accomodating!

My wife and I spent a weekend at the Bear Flag Inn and would highly recommend it! The room was nice and we loved the location - just out of town and centrally located to all the exploring we wanted to do. The breakfasts both days were mouthwatering. We've stayed at B&B's in the area many times and would rank TBF Inn at the top of the list.