The rural retreat has 27 acres of vineyards and 850 olive trees with a wonderful Carriage Housedisplaying 20 antique carriages. Carriage rides are available. Our Bed & Breakfast is completely separate from the owners living quarters, but we are always available for tours and special events when needed. We have excellent WiFi connectivity throughout the property for those who still need to stay “connected”. The tastefully decorated rooms of the bed and breakfast inn are most comfortable with views of the vineyards, hills, stream and woods. Stay in one of the beautifully appointed rooms in the main house or the unique Studio apartment at the main house atop the winding vineyard road. Thebreakfasts are a delight. After breakfast try Grape Ed 101!
The Carriage collection of the Smyths started in the early 1990s in Orange County. The Smyths like the history and elegance of horse drawn carriages. After securing their first of several vehicles they purchased a pair of Morgan horses. (So much for “the horse before the cart” theory!) The strong desire to get back to the “farm” became a reality when they bought the scenic 100-acre Ranch near Paso Robles. Thus “Carriage Vineyards” was created. In the winter of 1999, plans were developed for the vineyard and supporting facilities. 22,000 vines were planted on 27 acres with varieties including Grenache, Syrah, Viognier, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Also 850 olive trees! Many improvements have been made, including an environmentally friendly 20,000 watt solar system.
As the vines have grown, so have other projects including a Bed and Breakfast with a connected 2400 square foot carriage house. Visitors can enjoy the miles of roads through the vineyards, orchards and pastures or take a stroll through the gardens.
100% Olive Oil
• All natural and sustainably farmed.
• Cold pressed & unfiltered.
• Hand harvested and crafted.
• Environmentally friendly bottle that is TRULY recyclable.
• Handy size – full volume.
• Unbreakable with resealable screw cap & drip resistant drizzle spout.
• Protects precious oil from damaging light.
• Bottle has a food sealed liner.
• Fits great in a gift basket.
Gourmet Flavored Champagne Vinegar.
Made with hand selected organic fruit and herbs.
• Environmentally friendly bottle that is TRULY recyclable.
• Handy size – full volume.
• Unbreakable with resealable screw cap & drip resistant drizzle spout.
• Protects precious vinegar from damaging light.
• Bottle has a food sealed liner.
• Fits great in a gift basket. Made with champagne, vinegar and pure cane sugar. (Non-alcoholic) Mix with Carriage Estates Extra Virgin Olive Oil and enjoy an enhanced flavor!
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DAVID RASMUSSEN – ECLECTIC TOUR
Whether you are a first time visitor or a sophisticated collector, Eclectic Tour will design an experience that will astound your senses!
Whenever people decide to visit the Wine Country, they will inevitably receive many suggestions of "must see" wineries from friends or family. If you have been on a wine tour of the Napa Valley before, you may have visited only the more commercial wineries dotted along Highway 29. And, if your visit was during the high season months of August through early November, the crowds can be quite daunting!
Your Guides
Meet David & Rhoni Rasmussen
How important is your tour guide?
Research shows that eighty percent of guests feel that their guide is the most important factor in their tour. At Eclectic Tour, we take great pride in providing you with an excellent personal guide. Team Eclectic draws from a variety of professional, knowledgeable tour guides to insure that your experience is unsurpassed. The owners, David and Rhoni Rasmussen, are long-time residents of the Napa Valley. Both are hospitality professionals and entrepreneurs.
Meet Morgan Rasmussen...
As a native Californian, Morgan is inherently interested in all things North Bay and the Wine Country in particular. Working in hospitality from the age of 15, and later in the wine industry, has garnered her an abundance of wine knowledge, in addition to the ability to enhance the experience of all those who tour with her. Morgan has spent a year teaching English in Europe, is widely traveled and holds a degree in Art History from UC Davis. Her love for people, as well as her amazing wit and personality is truly an asset to our small family business. We take great pride in having her as an integral part of Eclectic Tour.
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