Chateau de VIE

I’ll start by saying that, just as I did, you’ll probably be able to get a much better stay in Calistoga in another property for a fraction of the price. Despite property descriptions and their website, I did not witness anything luxury about this place, apart from the diner. I was at the property for only a couple of hours but that was more than enough. -Photos are a bit deceiving - everything in real life is a lot smaller, especially the pool and bathrooms. I sat down on the toilet and my knees were bumping against the bathroom door. Pool size was not fit for the amount of guests the property can accommodate and looks twice as big in the photos. -No sound isolation whatsoever. You can hear people sneeze/talk/get changed in the rooms next to yours, no sense of privacy whatsoever. To add to this disaster, each room is operated by a PIN code rather than a key. In our case, rather than showing or handing us the PIN, the host just said the PIN out loud for us to try out from the hallway - the implication being that other people probably heard it and our room was essentially unlocked for everybody. I had more privacy when I lived in student halls at uni than at this ‘’luxury’’ chateau. -I had a query about our reservation where we initially wanted to stay an extra night at the property, however, it was near impossible to get hold of the property - 3 contact numbers, 2 email addresses and Booking messaging system later, we finally received a 1-sentence response via Booking messenger with the property completely misunderstanding our request and providing the wrong advice which completely paralysed our options when it came to our time in Napa valley. Their attempt to remedy the situation was a bottle of wine - which we explained we’re unlikely to be able to accept as we’re due to catch a flight back and our luggage was already full. No other offers or solutions to rectify the poor customer experience. Overall, not worth the money, especially considering the service.

While we visited only in winter, it is a very nice hotel, it has its own vineyards and beautiful views of the mountains, and is close to town, where the shops are restaurants are located. People are very nice, breakfast is good. I wish to come back in summer or early autumn, thr vineyard must be georgeous then. It is a bit pricey, but everything is expensive in Nappa I guess. I wish the jacuzzi was working, it would have been nice to look at the vineyard

Very special and unique place to stay in Calistoga. Nelva cooked for us amazing breakfast. We had a local wine and a cheese platter by the pool to toast our anniversary. The Chateau remind us being in France. We enjoyed our stay in this romantic place.

This bed and breakfast was a hidden gem that absolutely made my stay in Napa! It’s tucked away from the road into a beautiful vineyard with an amazing view of the mountains. The service was unmatched — with coffee outside my room in the morning, drinks in the fridge outside, and text access to the manager! The breakfast was served by the manager on the patio, with a view of the mountains, and lovely music — an experience that made me feel like I couldn’t possibly be in California anymore. The rooms were spotless and the bed so comfortable, I did not want to get up. I had such an incredible time at this quiet retreat. I can’t wait to go back!

We had a relaxing and special time at Chateau Du Vie. Peter was the perfect host being helpful and providing great local knowledge whilst overseeing a quiet and private retreat from the hubbub of the region. The breakfasts prepared by Phillipe were delicious too. Rooms are comfortable and cool in the Californian heat. The setting for the house is quite perfect- lots of cooling green garden under the canopy of some mature trees over looking the tiny vineyard. Thank you we had a memorable time.

We attended a wedding in Calistoga and stayed in the Carriage House room at Chateau de Vie. Peter met us in the darling bed and breakfast house where we did not have to sign in or do any paperwork. He showed us the hot tub and pool in the gorgeous French-style gardens and then to our room. We had a private deck, table and chairs that looked out onto two acres of vineyards, where we could sit and enjoy our wine and cheese plate that was brought to us. Breakfasts are amazing! Felipe created delicious meals each morning that I have never had while staying in a four star hotel. It is one of a kind, peaceful, charming, unique and beautiful place to stay in Calistoga! The state park is up the road for forest hikes with babbling creeks. Lovely!