My husband Rich and I are very low key, easy going folks. We will be able to direct you to the best restaurants and winery visits as we have lived here for 29 years.
School:
St. Hubert's Catholic High School For Girls, San Francisco State University, Cabrillo College
We stayed with Kathleen and Rich for two nights during our California roadtrip in July and couldn’t have made a better choice for accommodation in Napa!
We got prompt replies from Rich to all our inquiries before our trip which was nice.
The house was about 10 min away from the center of Napa in a quiet and nice neighborhood. The guest bedroom upstairs was cosy and quiet and the bed was super-comfortable. We also had our own bathroom which was bright and nicely decorated. We had... More »
Kath and Rich are wonderful hosts. We had many emails prior to our visit so by the time we got there we felt as if we knew Kath and Rich, buy the time we left we felt as though we had been staying with old friends. Rich had arranged a wine tasting for us which we enjoyed and both he and Kath gave us some information on places to eat which we probably wouldn't have found ourselves. We enjoyed some great conversations over a glass of wine or two. Our room was comfortable and spotless and I... More »
Our time at Richard's and Kathleen's place could not have been better. The room is more than perfect, we felt perfectly taken care of - and Richard's legendary breakfast lives up to its reputation. We did not want to leave and will hopefully return!
I checked in late and left early--was busy at a wedding in Napa--but Kathleen and Rich kept in touch and worked with my schedule. They made me feel very comfortable and let me rest. And did I!
Slept beautifully. Room is comfortable and quiet. I'd go back again!
We stayed two days in June in Kathleen and Richard’s house and we really enjoyed. Richard was unbelievable helpful: he made appointments for us in wineries and took care of our dinner reservation at Cole’s (you MUST eat there!). The room is nicely decorated and the house has an amazing location in a lovely neighborhood and with a stunning view from the terrace. Kathleen and Richard are very welcoming and warm hosts – we definitely would go there again.
What a wonderful stay! Kathleen and Rich were great and made us feel like family. We got to see Napa and really benefited from their suggestions as to wineries to visit. Here is a tip - Go to the restaurants that Rich recommends. He was dead on perfect with his suggestions for each one that we tried! Thanks Kathleen and Rich - see you next time. Tony and Maura
dear rich and kathleen, thank you so much for such a wonderful stay! you are both so warm and kind and helpful!! the location is just great and the neighborhood is beautiful. we will always highly recommend your lovely home to other travelers! hugs, ananda and jeff
Totally awesome first experience with Airbnb. If all Airbnb hosts are like Kathleen and Rich, I would never stay at a regular bnb again! They served us wine when we arrived, cooked us gourmet breakfast, set us up with a free wine tasting, and helped with restaurant recommendations. They thought of everything - even chilled water bottles to take with us so we wouldn't get dehydrated while wine tasting. Very thoughtful hosts and enjoyable to hang out with, too. A++!
We couldn't have asked for nicer and more welcoming hosts than Rich and his wife Kathleen. Rich prepared delicious breakfast for us each morning and even offered to pick us up at night from downtown Napa if we were unable to drive home. It felt more like visiting family than staying with strangers. Apart from their hospitality and warmth, Rich is also very knowledgable about the area having lived there for 30 something years. He set us up with some complimentary tasting through some of his... More »
This my second stay with Kathleen and Rich (I told them I'd be back!) and my friend Randi's introduction to airbnb. The room was quiet and comfortable and the hospitality as warm and gracious as before (we like to joke that we're the old people on the airbnb circuit). Our only disappointment was that we slept until noon, by which time Rich had given up on serving us his usual hearty breakfast.
Kathleen and Rich were amazing hosts. They were very welcoming, friendly and extremely helpful with recommendations. They will make you feel right at home and their house is beautiful and in a great location. I would recommend this place to anyone who is looking to have an amazing time in Napa and meet some wonderful people.
This was the first time we used airbnb and it was simply amazing. Prior to booking a reservation, Rich and Kathleen happily helped us plan our trip and what sights and restaurants to check out. They have a beautiful home just minutes from downtown Napa and they will treat you better than a 5 star hotel. Rich (kathleen was out and was not feeling well) helped us get reservations at Cole's chopshop and hooked us up with a free wine tasting. He also served us wine (even left some on the counter... More »
It was amazing. Thanks to Kathleen and Richard, our stay in Napa was even more enjoyable than we expected. Definitely would love to stay with them again. The room was perfect, location was just where we wanted it to be (not busy, but easy enough of a short drive), and the hosts were amazing. They made us feel perfectly at home! Would recommend to anyone who wants a relaxed and well rounded Napa experience!
Rich was a fantastic host! Prior to my trip, he helped me plan some fun activities and provided great suggestions for restaurants and wineries. When my boyfriend and I arrived later in the evening than planned Rich had stayed up to greet us and we got a little time to visit over some excellent wine. Overall it was a wonderful weekend in Napa to which our hosts only added to the experience. Only downside was not getting to meet Kathleen and having limited time to chat with Rich and enjoy the... More »
we had a very good time visiting napa valley this easter. Rich has been very nice and helpful from our first airbnb com to our departure. he offered us a complimentary wine tasting and many very good recommandations. he has a very good sens of hospitality and we felt welcome. the place is very charming and close to napa downtown. thanks to kathleen and rich.
This was the first time we used AIRBNB, I was planning a surprise trip for my husband's 50th. Rich and Kathleen were so accomodating, as I couldn't make concrete plans until I had finalised details with my husband's boss.
Their home is so beautiful and they are the best hosts you could possibly wish to have.
The breakfast was huge, which we needed to start our wine tatsing experience in Napa.
They are a fabulous couple and I hope to come back and stay in their beautiful home in the... More »
Absolutely fantastic!
The room was immaculate and cozy and the location is both restful and central to all spots in the valley-- but that's not the best part!
We were Napa newbies and our hosts gave really great tips on where to go and what to see. Rich was born to be a host and all the hype about his breakfast skills are well deserved!
I highly recommend to anybody visiting Napa, especially those new to the area looking for some good pointers.
Rich and Kathleen are very considerate, generous, helpful and hospitable. We felt very welcomed and comfortable in their home and very much enjoyed our stay with them.
Rich and Kathleen were amazing hosts. Rich helped us figure out places to go, even though it was the storming over much of our trip. He also made us a nice and simple breakfast the first morning and his airbnb-famous huge breakfast on our last morning...it was absolutely amazing.
Thanks for being so welcoming on our trip. We'll definitely recommend friends to connect with you on future trips up to Napa.
We really could not have asked for better hosts. From the amazing winery and restaurant recommendations to the great conversation to Rich's sinful breakfast......we had a great weekend. Highly recommended. We'll definitely stay with them again on our next trip to Napa.
We were lucky with weather, and all our short stay was superb in Napa valley. Rich and Kathleen are very friendly and interesting to talk with and they got a bunch of nice suggestions what to do in Napa!
Thanks for wine tasting and delicious breakfast ;-)
Rich, Kathleen, and Frank (their lovely goat) were the most amazing hosts. My friend Lizz and I spent a night in their beautiful home, where Rich fed us wine, sent us to the best restaurant in town, and introduced us to a very charming wine conisseur who coordinated a Napa tour to some beautiful and tasty wineries. Rich also made us breakfast, eggs scrambled with dill and cheese and the most delicious bacon. We will definitely be back the next time we find ourselves in wine country and would... More »
We couldn't have asked for a more perfect "girls weekend" than a two-night stay with Kathy and Rich. Before our trip, Rich had been great about getting in touch and making recommendations about wineries and restaurants. We hit some transportation hurdles when coming into SF and so were a few hours delayed getting up to Napa. Rich stayed up to welcome us with a glass of wine, some cheese, and great conversation. The next day we were off on our Napa Wine Tasting. Rich is the... More »
Kathleen and her husband Rich were are the sweetest hosts we could have stayed with. Our communication and arrival was really smooth and very comfortable right from the start. They have a very well kept and comfortable home. It felt as if I was staying with my own family. They were very polite and fun to talk to. They provided us with a lot of valuable about the area. One of the vineyards that Rich directed us to turned out to be our favorite ever. Rich even made us an amazing Sunday brunch.... More »
Kathleen and Rich are the friendliest people and the most wonderful hosts. I needed a last-minute place to stay in Napa for a work conference and my friend recommended airbnb. I am very pleased with my first time experience. Kathleen responded promptly to my e-mails, and made me feel welcome when I arrived. Unfortunately, because I was in Napa for work I had to leave early in the morning and return late at night. Kathleen and Rich were very accommodating about my schedule, making sure I had... More »
Kathleen and Rich were our first experience with the AirBnB community and we cannot wait for the next one. They were both such gracious and amazing hosts that we felt right at home. They have a beautiful home in a great location and really know the area (as they mention they've lived there for 29 years). While we didn't know much about Napa before arriving, they shared their experiences with us, as well as some great recommendations for wineries and restaurants in the area. Rich was even able... More »
My boyfriend and I had such a nice stay at the Montgomery's. Our room was cozy with a comfortable bed. Kathleen and Rich have a beautiful home with a fantastic backyard - we were very sorry we couldn't stay longer to enjoy it and the fantastic breakfast Rich was prepared to cook for us. Above all, Rich Kathleen and Rich were incredibly gracious hosts, who had wonderful tips for seeing the area and offered to put themselves out in a number of ways to make our stay even more pleasant. We... More »
Not only Richard and Kathleen have been warm and charming hosts (excellent breakfast!) but they let us harvest their fig tree! Richard again, thanks so much for your local recommandations, wineries and restaurants included... This is exaclty what we like about AirbNb: meet local and gentle people and appreciate the way they love their region!
5 thumbs up...
I needed a room in the North Bay on short notice; not only did Kathleen and Rich make room for me at the last minute, but they also were splendid hosts. They're happy to share their knowledge of the area, and Rich whips up a mean breakfast. I'll be back!
We had a fantastic time with Kathleen and Rich. They were the best Air B&B hosts we've encountered so far. They were extremely friendly, thoughtful, and generous. They pour great CA wines and are familiar with the great dining and drinking establishments nearby. Their home is very clean, and it really does have the fantastic view shown in the pictures! We just loved waking up to a view like that. Plus, they have a pet goat! We had the pleasure of feeding him twice and just loved it. This was... More »
We had a wonderful 2 night stay with Rich and Kathleen as part of our honeymoon trip to California. They were unceasingly generous and sorted out absolutely top vineyards for us to go to and made us dinner reservations before we arrived. They were extremely kind and helped us get to and from central Napa on one evening for an amazing meal, recommended by Rich. They went out of their way to make every aspect of our stay with them unreal and a home away from home, which we so appreciated. We... More »
We had a fantastic time staying with the Montgomery family. They have a lovely house, located in a quiet neighbourhood a short drive some downtown Napa. We were made to feel very welcome and could not have been given more help in arranging our trip. The Montgomerys gave us fantastic recommendations for wineries and places to eat, making our time in Napa very enjoyable. We would strongly recommend staying here as a base for visiting Napa.
Had the best time! Felt like we were visiting close family and I hope to return again! Highly recommend people to stay with Kathleen and Rich if you're in the area.
My wife and I had a great stay at the Wine Country Time! bnb. Everything is just like the pictures, if not better. Their house is clean, organized, well located and the hosts are delightful. They really take their time to turn your stay into a memorable visit. We came not knowing much about which vineyards we should visit and they directed us to the best places to go. Rich and Kath are simply the best!!! We felt like it was a relative's home and we strong recommend their BNB. Adriano & Brianna.
Richard and Kathleen make us feel at home from the start. The home and bedroom were lovely and with our own adjacent bathroom we had a lot of privacy. Richard provided a wealth of information both prior and during our stay along with a lovely breakfast. This is also a great location for exploring the California "wine country". I wish we could have stayed longer.
What a find! Not only for the gorgeous house with wonderful views from the back garden (also includes pet goat), but for Rich & Kathleen who are the world's most generous hosts. They're the kind of people who make you feel instantly at home and although we only stayed with them for two nights, it feels like we've known them for years. Rich gave us some really good tips on places to eat (definitely try Cole's Chop House for quality steak) and helped get us into the best wine tastings. If... More »
Rich and Kathleen went above and beyond my expectations. While I only had a night to stay with them, their sincere warmth made me wish I had a week. They are both very knowledgeable about the wineries and eateries in the area and make you truly feel at home during your entire stay. I had a lovely time in Napa thanks to Rich and Kathleen.
Rich and Kathleen are the loveliest people. They are both so friendly, warm and so, so knowledgeable about the area. Our few days in Napa were a real treat - Rich would cook us gourmet breakfasts and they were both so helpful in wonderful suggestions about the area - where to eat, the different wineries. Most of all, we loved their conversation, good humour and Rich is a legend in the area!! The house is lovely and the garden is beautiful. We were lucky enough to pick some delicious figs... More »
Kathleen and Rich are extremely gracious hosts. As soon as we arrived, not only had they prepared for us directions to Hess Winery, they even helped us plan out where to go for dinner. Their place is fantastic and homey with a spectacular view of a beautiful vineyard not far from their backyard. We felt extremely welcomed into their household and breakfast was beyond anything I had ever imagined. If you have a love for eating and/or drinking fine wines, this is the place to stay. I will... More »
