🌿 Walking Distance (Downtown Sebastopol)

Dining

• Ramen Gaijin – Local favorite for craft ramen and izakaya-style plates

• Handline – Retro-chic seafood and tacos in a converted gas station

• Fern Bar – Botanical cocktails & inventive small plates

• Crooked Goat Brewing – Casual brewery in The Barlow with food trucks nearby

• Village Bakery – Wood-fired pizzas, baked goods, and morning coffee

Shops & Activities

• The Barlow – 12-acre marketplace with tasting rooms, boutiques, art, and live music

• Sebastopol Center for the Arts – Rotating gallery shows and community events

• Ives Park – Playground, pool, and tennis courts just a few blocks away

• Farmers Market (Sunday) – Locally grown produce, music, and artisan goods

🚗 Short Drives (10–30 min)

Dining & Wine

• Backyard (Forestville) – Seasonal, sustainable meals under the redwoods

• Willow Wood Market Cafe (Graton) – Cozy breakfast and lunch spot

• Russian River Vineyards – Great wine and an onsite restaurant

• Iron Horse Vineyards – Sparkling wines with sweeping vineyard views

Outdoor Activities

• Ragle Ranch Regional Park – Hiking trails, picnic areas, and birdwatching

• Laguna de Santa Rosa Trail – Scenic wetlands loop walk

• Joe Rodota Trail – Flat bike/hike trail through farmland

Golf

• Sebastopol Golf Course – 9-hole casual local course

• Windsor Golf Club – Championship-level 18-hole course nearby

🌊 Day Trips – Beach & Coastline (30–45 min)

• Bodega Bay – Fresh seafood, harbor views, kayaking, and hiking (don’t miss Spud Point Crab Co.)

• Doran Beach – Family-friendly beach with gentle surf, ideal for picnics

• Goat Rock Beach – Stunning views and seal watching

• Armstrong Redwoods (Guerneville) – Easy strolls among old-growth redwoods

🌅 Evenings & Experiences

• HopMonk Tavern – Live music and outdoor fire pits

• Sebastopol Cinemas – Independent and mainstream films

• Dinner & Sunset at River’s End (Jenner) – Coastal fine dining with epic views

• Barlow Night Markets or Music Events – Check seasonal schedule

🥾 Hiking Highlights

• West County Trail – Flat scenic path for easy walks or cycling

• Pomo Canyon Trail – Forest to coastal ridge views (great for active hikers)

• Taylor Mountain (Santa Rosa) – Panoramic hikes with some elevation