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Farrel

from Sonoma, California, United States

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38 Reviews

School

UC Berkeley, BA Political Science
Work

Retired Marketing & Sales Executive
Groups

Wine, Skiing, Foodie, UC Berkeley, Stanford University, Tennis, Architects, University of California, Berkeley, George Washington University, Marysville Union High School
Languages

English

Convivial Sonoma wine country home

Barcelona Dr, Sonoma
- Private room
- 2 Guests
- 38 Reviews
- $95

Welcome to my home. I have lived in the town of Sonoma for 12 years and find it a happy, relaxed place to have a healthy lifestyle. I was born in Virginia but have lived most of my life in California with a couple of years in Chicago and Washington, DC. I have traveled extensively around the world and love to meet interesting people. My favorite sport is Alpine skiing. I play a little golf, kayak in San Francisco Bay, and enjoy hiking. My alma mater is UC Berkeley and and I did graduate work at George Washington University. I have been blessed with a wonderful career in marketing and sales and am now retired, trading in the urban lifestyle for the convivial lifestyle of the wine country. The simple things - - great food, great wine, great conversation, and great friends new and old - - are the makings of my happy life. I lean toward classical music and even love the opera, but jazz and popular songs are also music to my ears. In my spare time I gravitate toward gardening. And I am an avid traveler. My last few trips were to Egypt, Jordan and Morocco. My favorite island is Tahiti, and my most amazing experience was on a safari in beautiful Tanzania. The Greek Islands kept me hopping and delighted with Greek hospitality. The countries of my heart are France, Italy and Switzerland.

Sonoma is a unique small town, casual and sophisticated in subtle ways, fun to discover and welcoming to visitors. I can help you know where to go, where to eat, and all about our special wineries. I have the local maps you for you when you arrive. If you haven't had time to figure out what to do, I can help with last minute planning. Sonoma has spoiled me with handcrafted foods and farm to table cooking. My home is in a very quiet neighborhood on the West side of town near the Sonoma Mission Inn, the gateway to the Sonoma Valley where you will find wineries up Highway 12 and have easy access to everything Sonoma. No smoking, no drugs, no pets. You will find cotton or linen sheets and down pillows on your bed.

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REVIEWS

Reviews From Guests

Catherine

Staying with Farrel again was a joy. Of the course, the accommodations are beautiful and cozy. And, the location is extremely convenient for exploring all of the attractions in Sonoma Valley. But, the fact that Farrel is such a wonderful person is what makes staying with her so enjoyable. She is a true gem. Thanks so much Farrel. I will be back soon!
May 2012
Elyse

This was my first time using airbnb and I'm so glad I did after staying with Farrel! My boyfriend and I stayed at her place for our anniversary weekend in Sonoma and everything worked out wonderfully. Farrel's place is super comfy and cozy, VERY conveniently located and Farrel herself is very accomodating and super sweet. She took time to plan out our entire trip for us based on our preferences and gave awesome recommendations for things to do and places to see. Because of Farrel, we were... More »
Andy & Naomi

We made a last minute reservation with Farrel late one night and woke up the next morning to find she had already accepted us. This sums up Farrel's hospitality which was anmazing - we couldn't have asked for a more friendly or knowlegable host! The room is really nice & her house is great so all in all would highly recommend Farrel's place next time you're heading to Sonoma.
Andrew

We had a wonderful experience staying with Farrel as she was a gracious host , excellent cook, and helpful trip planner. The room was clean with a comfortable bed and en suite bathroom. Farrel gave us great advice on which vineyards to visit and local places to eat. Make sure you request breakfast for a complete experience. Overall, a perfect stay!
Catherine

I stayed with Farrel for four nights in April 2012. She is a wonderful host, both open hearted and well organized. I really enjoyed my conversations with her. Her home is beautiful and the location provides easy to access the local attractions. She is very knowledgeable about the area, and I benefitted greatly from her suggestions. The guest bedroom and private bath are very nice. I slept like a baby. Thank you Farrel. :)
Nico

Farrel is awesome, the house is comfortable, clean and well located
Jetta

My stay was amazing! Farrel was the perfect host - so knowledgeable about wine country and dining - it was wonderful connecting with a fellow foodie. I felt like I was at the home of a savvy friend with a passion for detail, stimulating conversation, and creating the perfect home environment. The little extras like the robust coffee and her homemade baked goods (biscotti and Moroccan mini-pancakes with warm honey and butter - oh my goodness!) made my stay extra special. Farrel not only... More »
Becky

Farrel is a very warm and welcoming host. She has thought of everything down to the fuzzy slippers and robe. We were so delighted to stay with her. Our bed was comfortable, the bathroom was clean, and the house beautiful. Farrel pointed us to many great spots to visit. We loved it all, but especially enjoyed the wine tour, the hiking spot, and the dinner she recommended at The Estate! Farrel also put her fancy cook skills to work and wowed us with an amazing dinner of wine, salmon,... More »
Linda

The previous reviewers did not lead us wrong. The only problem with adding our praise is if Farrel becomes so popular we can't find a date to return. Hopefully, we will return and also see her when she comes to Southern California. When you stay with her, you not only find a place to stay, but also a great friend. By the way, I don't know if anyone mentioned the sourdough waffles; they were great!
Susan

Our stay with Farrel Beddome was fantastic. Farrel's home is warm and inviting. Our bedroom and bath were lovely. The best part of our stay was the hostess. Farrel is friendly and extremely helpful. She went out of her way to get us to the best winery, to recommend an excellent restaurant. I would definitely stay with Farrel again!