Here at MacRostie Winery and Vineyards, we love wine and we love people. That’s why in the 10 years since opening our beautiful MacRostie Estate House near the charming town of Healdsburg we have been hailed as one of “The Ten Most Beautiful Wineries in California” by Condé Nast Traveler, the “Best Tasting Room in Napa and Sonoma” by San Francisco Magazine, and one of The Press Democrat’s “go-to Sonoma County spots to take out-of-town guests.”

While our love for welcoming guests always shines through, we love dogs just as much. Sure, they never buy wine, and we’re not certain that they tell their doggie friends about how much they enjoy visiting MacRostie, but when they’re here at our estate, everything seems even more carefree and fun.

Calling us dog friendly is probably an understatement. We are dog delighted, dog passionate, maybe even a little dog obsessed, which means dogs are always welcome and we treat them like the amazing furry beings they are. From fun doggie merchandise like branded puppy bandanas, personalized dog bowls (for dog regulars) and plush toys shaped like wine bottles, we are ready to host your dog (and you) at MacRostie.

“Dogs are our link to paradise. They don’t know evil or jealousy or discontent. To sit with a dog on a hillside on a glorious afternoon is to be back in Eden, where doing nothing was not boring—it was peace.”―Milan Kundera

As dog lovers, we are thrilled with how dog-friendly Sonoma County wine country has become in recent years. From dog and pet-friendly hotels to restaurants and wineries, there are many destinations where you can feel at ease visiting with your canine companion. With National Dog Month just around the corner in August, we’re highlighting a few of our favorites:

Pet-Friendly Hotels

Offering 6 acres of intimate gardens, winding flagstone paths, verdant archways, fire pits and secret nooks, the MacArthur Place Hotel and Spa will delight any dog and their owner, and happily welcomes pets of any size for a fee of $150 per pet. Another popular doggie destination is the The Lodge at Sonoma Resort, which allows 2 pets up to 75 lbs for $150 per stay. Providing an oasis of serenity within walking distance to quaint shops and world-class restaurants at the Sonoma Plaza, the Lodge at Sonoma provides dog beds, water bowls and treats for animal visitors. One of wine country’s most iconic resorts, the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn and Spa features a 40,000 square foot oasis set atop an ancient mineral hot spring and offers a variety of spa experiences. While there is no spa for animals, four-legged friends are welcome for $150 per pet, and beds, food and water bowls are provided.

Dog-friendly Restaurants

With beautiful weather and abundant patios, Sonoma County even has dog-friendly restaurants, including HopMonk Tavern, which has locations in both Sonoma and Sebastopol. With expansive biergarten patios and delicious pub fare, the outdoor seating area is great for hanging out with your dog. For a truly deluxe dining experience with your doggie, try Healdsburg’s famed farm-to-table Barndiva Restaurant. One of the fanciest places Rover will ever go, the Michelin-starred restaurant’s lush garden patio welcomes your doggo with water and biscuits. For breakfast or lunch, grab a sidewalk table at Sunflower Caffe in historic Sonoma Plaza. Or, if you’re in the mood for Mexican food, El Molino Central is a dog-friendly Mexican restaurant serving street food to Boyes Hot Springs locals and tourists alike.

Dog-Friendly Wineries and Wine Tastings

In addition to visiting MacRostie, where dogs are always welcome, there are several other nearby Healdsburg wineries where you can also bring your furry friends on leash, including Mauritson Wines, Papapietro Perry Winery and the Sip Sip Lounge at Matrix Winery, where four-legged patrons are welcome to join their parents on the patio seating area.

Wine Country Dog Parks and Trails for Dogs

Once you’ve eaten your fill, savored the best Sonoma County wines, and perhaps even had a spa treatment, it might be time for you and your dog to go for a hike or a walk, and Sonoma County wine country has tons of great options. One of our favorites is Bartholomew Park, where you can walk your leashed dog on a 3-mile trail featuring a duck pond and windmill, mature oaks, madrones, redwoods and beautiful vineyards. With a fully fenced dog park that’s perfect for off-leash play and a half-mile paved trail with picnic tables, Ernie Smith Park in Sonoma is another great spot. We also love Healdsburg’s Riverfront Regional Park, a pet-friendly destination with a redwood grove picnic area, two lakes for water activities, and scenic hiking trails including the 2.18-mile Lake Trail, circling Lake Benoist, and the half-mile Redwood Hill Trail through coast redwood trees.