Bella Villa Messina is an ideal base of operations for touring the wineries of Dry Creek and Alexander Valley. Its located centrally on a wonderful property with great panoramic views, and gives you quick access to some of the best wineries in the area. Its also a close jaunt to the center of Healdsberg, which is a beautiful town with... More

Set atop the Dry Creek and Alexander Valley, the villa is filled with antiques. The owner, Jerry, is a hoot and VERY knowledgeable about the area. All recommendations were right-on. Rooms were very comfortable...(any road noise can be easily blocked by turning their small fan on) A very memorable visit!

Our weekend stay at Bella Villa Messina was truly delightful, thanks to the warm hospitality of Jerry and Harold. The Sake room was very comfortable with a nice view. The breakfasts prepared by Jerry were delicious. We also enjoyed the luscious fresh fruit, Harold's home-baked bread and the late afternoon wine and cheese. Jerry is very knowledgeable about the area... More

We are not as a rule big on bed and breakfasts, but we are big on Bella Villa Messina and will stay there again when we go to Healdsburg and Sonoma Country. We got to stay in the Burgundy room and loved it. Jerry’s outgoing personality and knowledge of the area and recommendations for restaurants and wineries was spot on.... More

We had a wonderful opportunity to experience the beauty, serenity and hospitality of California's wine country at Bella Villa Messina. The house is lovely, the room was large and very comfortable, the hosts welcoming and caring and the food and wine were abundant and of the highest quality. The location is very accessible, yet seated on a quite hilltop overlooking... More

I can't say enough god things about our visit this past march. We spent three nights in a lovely room, the burgundy. Comfy, luxurious and well situated. Jerry and Harold were wonderful hosts. Jerry's breakfasts are delicious and I now have maple cured bacon from Costco in my fridge... Jerry planned out our days, including meals . Everyone knows Jerry... More

My wife and I were first-time travelers to Sonoma County this year, and truly benefitted from all of Jerry's knowledge and recommendations! We had three days to spend in Healdsburg before starting the next leg of our trip, and Jerry listened to what our tastes/wants were, and recommended so many great ideas for what sites/wineries/restaurants to visit! And what else... More

Very nice little, tasteful accomodation at the center of three wine valleys of Sonoma. The interior of the villa reflects the delicate and special taste of the hospitable owners. It immediately gave us a very warm and familiar feeling. We loved the wonderful breakfast and the get-together with cheese and wine in the afternoon. The villa is situated on a... More

Beautiful surroundings, great ambiance, VERY helpful staff, especially Jerry. So accomodating. I would DEFINITELY return! The rrom was lovely and the bathroom enormous! We enjoyed the freshly baked bread in the morning abd the coffee was DIVINE.